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That’s quite a climb up Mt Chincogan. Photo Michelle Lang

Organisers of the Chinny Charge were working on the route up Mt Chincogan last weekend, in preparation for this year’s run and walk. 

Preparing the track for the Chinny Charge. Photo Michelle Lang

‘It was a great day, ensuring that the track was ready for the run and walk to take place on Saturday, September 16’, said Jenelle Stanford, who has been organising the Chinny Charge since it was restarted by the Mullumbimby Chamber of Commerce in 2017. 

Enjoy the view if you walk the track up Mt Chincogan. Photo Michelle Lang

The day has three race options; they are the adult race that starts outside the Mullum Ex-Services Club and is up to the top of the mountain and back; children’s race goes to the bottom of the mountain and back; while all other participants can enjoy a leisurely stroll and enjoy the beautiful views throughout the walk. 

There are lots of prizes on offer, such as the Kevin Moran Memorial Shield, which is awarded for special effort and encouragement of others; the Reg Burns Shield is awarded to the first older female across the line; and the Dr Suresh Shield for the first older man across the line. 

All participants must be 12 years or older. 

Places are filling fast – to book, visit: www.eventwizards.com.au. 


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