Record entries raise vital funds in Darrel Chapman run

A RECORD number of competitors turned out to help raise thousands of dollar for sick children with nearly 1000 people competing in the annual Darrel Chapman Fun Run in Lismore.

The event attracted 800 early registrations with additional entries for its signature 10km and 21km runs.

Peter King took out the men’s 21km run in a time of one hour, 17 minutes and 46 seconds, while Jacob Dwane won the 10km event in 36 minutes and four seconds.

Larissa Whitton won the women’s 21km in a time of one hour, 32 minutes and 57 seconds, with Amber Curtis the 10km winner coming in at 43 minutes and 40 seconds.

The event has been running for more than 30 years and supported by naming rights sponsors National Australia Bank Lismore and the Northern Rivers branch of the Lord’s Taverners.

All funds raised go to Our Kids, the charity that raises funds to help support children with special needs and chronic illness in the Northern Rivers.

Our Kids Fundraising Coordinator Rebekka Battista said the funds will go towards purchasing a GlideScope CORE System for Byron Central Hospital’s Emergency Department

“It is a vital airway visualisation system offering high-definition image quality for intubation,”Ms Battista said.

“The paediatric blades provide a clear view of a child’s airway, enhancing treatment and supporting teaching techniques.

“This equipment will be an invaluable asset for babies and children in the Byron Shire who need urgent care.”