Harrier club changes its name

By Frank Neill

Waiuni Runners and Walkers will officially open its winter season on 25 March.

The club has changed its name, moving away from the Wainuiomata Harrier Club towards a running and walking group.

The club committee decided on the name change with the aim of giving people a better idea of what it does, and with a second aim of attracting new members.

“Very simply, we run and walk,” the club says.“Whether you choose to race is up to you.”

The club’s official opening will be held at 1:45pm on 25 March at its clubrooms at Richard Prouse Park, Hine Road.

The club held its first get together on 11 March.

After meeting at the clubrooms, members set out in groups, either running, jogging or walking, or a combinationof all three.

The club will also hold a get together next Saturday, 18 March.