With “such an incredible” turnout at the 2024 Hume Fun Run/Walk, the decision has been made to hold the event again this year.

Hume Pack-N-Cool organised a free fun run/walk for the Katikati community to give back to those that have supported it over the years and to mark is 40-year milestone.

The turnout was incredible: a sea of blue took to the streets to run or walk the 5km and 10km event.

“For 40 years, the local community has supported Hume and we want to continue this event to ensure that we celebrate and give back to the special people of the local community,” said CEO Simon Bowker

So, the Hume Fun Run/Walk is back by popular demand for 2025.

On July 5, (no matter what the winter weather brings) more than 400 participants, of all ages and abilities, will choose to dress up in blue and enjoy the free community, family-friendly event.

Hume wants this to be about getting out with the local community and giving it a go, it is also a great school holiday activity for the kids.

Entries are open for 5km and 10km run/walks. Both courses will utilise the scenic George Vesey Stewart Park and Kati Kaiway Reserve pathways.

The 10km will follow a new route that runs along Beach Rd and does a loop of the Tamawhariua Reserve/Foreshore walkway. Participants will enjoy passing by kiwifruit orchards and of course the Hume Pack-N-Cool site where they’ll be greeted by cheering supporters.

The fun run/walk had a “incredible” turnout last year. Photo / Supplied

Participants are asked to bring a koha/donation to support the local Katikati Foodbank.

“The foodbank can only function because of the amazing generosity of people in our local community and your efforts are part of this,” said a Katikati Foodbank representative.

At least $1000 per week is spent to keep the shed stocked, with approximately three quarters through monetary donations, the rest through donations of groceries and produce.

The foodbank averages around 30 food parcels a week, feeding about 92 people from all walks of life in Katikati.

So, lace up those shoes, start your training and register for free here: https://www.humepack.co.nz/fun-run