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Parkview Residents’ Association hosted its first spring run and walk at Parkview Golf Club

Parkview residents walked a 2.5 km circular route with the option to go around twice to get to 5km, at the Parkview Golf Club.

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Asanda Matlhare 1 minute read

The Parkview Residents’ Association (PRA) and the community welcomed spring with a 5km run and walk on September 1 at the Parkview Golf Club. The Parkview Residents’ Association’s Spring Run and Walk was attended by more than 300 residents, some pushing prams and others with their dogs.

Nicola Southgate and Tyra Penn. Photo: Asanda Matlhare

The association’s chair Philanie Jooste said this was this was their first spring run and walk and would become an annual event in the future. “It is not often that locals get the opportunity to explore this treasured green space,” said Jooste. “The lovely spring weather played along and participants walked a 2.5 km circular route with the option to go around twice to get to 5km. Most participants walked, connected with friends and neighbours, and appreciated nature, but there were also a few runners.”

Constant and Liane Nel. Photo: Asanda Matlhare

Jooste added funds raised through the event would go towards upgrading and maintaining the local parks and communal gardens and keeping Parkview and Greenside East’s streets tidy. She expressed her delight with the turnout and extended her appreciation to Parkview Golf Club for hosting the run, the event sponsor, Dial a Nerd, and Pam Golding Properties, who provided water and registration assistance.

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Runner Monica Mnisi who completed the 5km run said she enjoyed keeping fit.

Andre and Amber Madsen. Photo: Asanda Matlhare

“This morning I completed a 21km race and wanted to end off my afternoon with a 5km race. I enjoy running activities that keep me healthy and fit,” she added.