Melbournians are being encouraged to lace up for a milestone moment, with the Herald Sun/Transurban Run for the Kids celebrating its 20th anniversary this year on 29 March.
For two decades, the iconic event has brought runners, walkers and families together in support of the Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal, raising more than $24 million to help sick kids and their families across Victoria.
As part of the celebration, Transurban will once again open CityLink to the community, giving participants the rare chance to experience Melbourne’s major roads from a different perspective.
Both the 14.4km long course and the 4.7km short course include a run or walk across the Bolte Bridge, offering some of the best views in the city. Those tackling the longer course will also pass through the Domain Tunnel and along the picturesque Yarra River before finishing back in Docklands.
Promising a great course for a great cause, Run for the Kids helps fund state of the art medical equipment, family centred care programs, ground breaking research, and education and training that benefit RCH patients and staff.
Transurban CEO Michelle Jablko said the company was proud to continue its long-standing partnership with the event.
“We have been part of this event since day one, and it’s so rewarding to see the difference these funds can make for sick kids and their families,” Ms Jablko said.
“It’s a huge privilege to open up CityLink to the community for this event; we hope it creates a memorable experience for everyone who takes part.”
Whether you’re running, walking, volunteering or cheering from the sidelines, Run for the Kids is a chance to come together, enjoy Melbourne from a new angle, and help make a real difference.
Registrations are now open, with participants able to sign at www.runforthekids.com.au.
