ARE YOU READY? Blood Buddy Memel to Newcastle Walk promises great fun

The Vlam Panelbeaters Blood Buddy Memel to Newcastle Event is on its way, and Newcastle is waiting in anticipation.

This year marks the 24th time the event takes place, and around 1 000 walkers from across South Africa are expected to take participate.

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The event began in 1994 when a group of matric boys went camping.

“I remember we started the walk with a small group of friends. We were lucky enough to get James Small on board in those days and we managed to raise a few Rand for the community. Today we are very proud of how far we’ve come,” recalled co-organiser, Johan Pieters.

In the past, the Memel to Newcastle Event has grabbed the attention of celebrities including David Vlok, Bruce Fordyce and Henry Honiball.

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And while many residents used the walk as a platform to raise funds and awareness for their own charities and causes, Pieters said this was all in the spirit of the event, which continued to grow in strength and popularity.

“The best part about the Vlam Panelbeaters Blood Buddy Memel to Newcastle Event is that we are able to raise thousands of Rand for local charities each year,” Pieters said.

This year’s event takes place on Women’s Day (August 9) and everyone is invited to join the fun.

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While entries are effectively closed, organisers have made a special arrangement for late entries – visit www.memelwalk.co.za and don’t miss out!

For more information contact Johan or Christo on 083 375 5883 or 034 318 1888.

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