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Hundreds of hardy locals turned out on beautiful recent east Auckland day to take part in the Rotary Club of Howick’s popular annual Fun Walk and Run.
Club secretary Ian Fox says the Howick community spirit was alive and well at the event, which got under way on Stockade Hill at 9am on March 16.
Competitors had three courses to choose from, offering them the chance to cover a distance of 5.9km, 6.9km or 8.1km.
The entry fee was $15 for adults and $6 for children with all proceeds going to the Howick Volunteer Coastguard.
“Runners and walkers aged from babies in strollers to a 79-year-old all joined in one of the events,” Fox says.
“The primary school team event was won once again by Shelley Park School for the eight consecutive year. Somerville Intermediate School won the intermediate event.
“Thank you to all who participated and especially our generous sponsors, enabling us to give away over $4000 in spot prizes.”
Fox says it was a fun day in the sun for all involved and it was great to see so many families filling the bank on Stockade Hill.
“In terms of numbers it’s hard to estimate but it was enough to fill the hill.
“We had great support from members of the Howick Volunteer Coastguard on the day.
“It had a wonderful community and family atmosphere.”
To see more photos from the Fun Walk and Run, go online here.
