The much loved NAB Darrel Chapman Fun Run is on Sunday, 27 August 2023.

option to donate through this process as well,” Rebekka said.

Our Kids, NBN, Lismore City Council and the Lord’s Taverners organise this iconic family event that brings the community together in the heart of Lismore.

The NAB Darrel Chapman Fun Run consists of three major events on the day: the Lord’s Taverners 10km, the Master’s Games Half Marathon for our keen runners, or the Our Kids 4km for the whole family.

The Our Kids 4km is free, with the option to purchase a shirt to wear on the day when registering online.

The Lord’s Taverners 10km run is $50 to pre-register, or $70 on the day. The Master’s Games Half Marathon is $70 with pre-registration, or $90 on the day.

Entrants in both the

10km and 21km events receive a free shirt with pre-registration.

The Our Kids 4km is a great event where you can gather your friends, bring your prams, dress up, and walk or run. For those unable to be present on the day, the Southern Cross University Virtual Marathon is a great way to get involved. The Virtual Event can be completed between 21-27 August by either walking, running, cycling or even swimming.

Lismore Mayor, Steve Krieg, said he was excited about the return of the Darrel Chapman Fun Run.

“This has always been a great event for a very worthy cause. I am looking forward to taking part this year and encourage everyone to do the same or come along and cheer for those who are either running or walking,” Mr Krieg said.

“It promises to be a fun day out.

“My congratulations to Our Kids and the organisers, and I thank the Lismore Master’s Games for coming on board as a sponsor this year.”

Rebekka Battista, Our Kids Fundraising Coordinator, said the event was a great chance to bring people together.

“This is such a great event for Lismore; it brings the community together and raises vital funds to help local kids who need medical care. We do ask everyone to register to ensure all participants are accounted for on the course. There is also an

Part of the Darrel Chapman Fun Run is the NAB Team Challenge. If you are a business, community group, a school or group of friends, you can register as a team. The team with which raises the most funds is awarded a trophy.

To register, head to www.darrelchapman. com

If you have any questions regarding the event, call the Our Kids offce, during business hours, on 6620 2705.

About Darrel Chapman Darrel Chapman, husband, father, and distinguished academic and sporting legend, lost his battle with cancer in October 1992. Having been both a keen sportsperson and respected sports administrator, Darrel was a much loved and highly regarded member of the Australian sporting community. Schooled at St. John’s College, Woodlawn near Lismore, Darrel played Rugby League for Australia and captained South Sydney before becoming NSW Assistant Director of Sport. He also established the Human Movement Science and Sport Management program at Southern Cross University. His legacy lives on through this event.

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