Rotary Kids Fun Run With Puffing Billy

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We appreciate the wonderful support!!

Robert Gordon Australia is proud to support the Rotary Kids Fun Run With Puffing Billy, raising funds for the Angliss Hospital Children’s Ward.

It’s a great community day and we’re grateful to the Rotary volunteers who make it all happen.

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🙏 A Heartfelt Thank You! 🙏

What would we have done without the tireless Rotary crew? Their unwavering smiles and dedication carried us through a very long day! We are so grateful for their hard work and commitment.

A huge thank you also goes out to all the wonderful friends who supported the event. Many of you return year after year to help us pull this day together, and your support means the world to us!

Together, we create amazing memories and make a difference in our community. Thank you all! ❤️🤝

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Meanwhile fun was had around the grounds with stall holders and activities ....

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Green Run Images

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Red Run Images

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Yellow Run Images

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Blue Run Images

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Orange Run Images

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Purple Run Images

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🏆🎉 And the Winners Are... drum roll🎉🏆

Let’s give a huge round of applause to our amazing run winners in each age group! They braved the cold, the showers, and the puddles to outpace Puffing Billy and everyone else in the field! 🌧️🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Here are our champions:

💜 Purple (3-4 yrs) sponsored by Bendigo Bank
🏅 Boy – Brodie Powell
🏅 Girl – Ayla Sadler

🟠 Orange (5-6 yrs) sponsored by That's Right Bookkeeping
🏅 Boy – Dillan Schulz
🏅 Girl – Emmersyn Paull

🔵 Blue (7 yrs) sponsored by Puffing Billy Railway
🏅 Boy – Charlie Brimble
🏅 Girl – Airlie Ramage

💛 Yellow (8 yrs) sponsored by Robert Gordon Pottery
🏅 Boy – Arlo Jeschonek
🏅 Girl – Cecilia McDowell

And congratulations to a member of the local police force too!!!

🔴 Red (9-10 yrs) sponsored by the Rotary Club of Emerald & District
🏅 Boy – Rainer Karalis
🏅 Girl – Alma Hislop

🟢 Green Run (11-12 yrs) sponsored by Barry Plant Emerald
🏅 Boy – Connor Glidden
🏅 Girl – Heidi Philipp

Congratulations to all the winners! Your determination and spirit truly shine! 🌟🙌


Puffing Billy Railway Rotary Club of Emerald & District Eastern Health

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🎉👏 Congratulations to Our Young Fundraising Champions! 🌟

We are thrilled to shine a spotlight on some remarkable young fundraisers who are truly making a difference!

Yesterday at the Rotary Kids Fun Run with Puffing Billy, we had the pleasure of recognising the incredible efforts of 5 outstanding champions and their supportive families and friends.

Here are their amazing contributions:

✨ Yathu - $1,439
✨ Hamish - $1,148
✨ Aubrey - $650
✨ Amity - $351
✨ Jackson - $265

Prizes and plaques of appreciation were presented by Artist, Tess Dawson and Director of Fundraising at Eastern Health, Veronica Lyons.

A huge shout out also to Inara, Lachlan, Tistan, and Charlotte for their fantastic efforts as well!

Your dedication and hard work inspire us all. Keep shining and making a difference! 🌈❤️



Puffing Billy Railway Eastern Health Rotary Club of Emerald & District

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🎉 A Huge Thank You to Our Amazing Community! 🌧️✨

We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who braved the rain to volunteer, support, sponsor, and participate in our recent event! Despite the showers, we dodged most of them and created a wonderful atmosphere together!

While we’re still counting the grand total raised for Angliss Hospital, we were thrilled to have Veronica Lyons (Director of Eastern Health Foundation), Christine LaMotte (Program Director), mural artist Tess Dawson, Sarah Bartels from the community fundraising team, and many dedicated volunteers joining us to make the day special.

🌟 A special shoutout to our incredible sponsors—your support made this event possible! And of course, a big thank you to the Puffing Billy Railway team for providing a fantastic venue and keeping the energy high throughout the day. 🌈🚂

Most importantly, a huge round of applause for all the little runners who braved the cold and rain to run for those less fortunate! You are all champions in our eyes! 🙌❤️



Rotary Club of Emerald & District Puffing Billy Railway Eastern Health