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Palm Cove Mother’s Day Classic

Posted on April 5, 2014 by Sophie Tabouel

 

For the first time Palm Cove will hold the Mother’s Day Classic which is a major Australian event held annually in order to raise money for breast cancer research.

Be part of this local community event that is supporting a great cause – the combat against breast cancer! Come along and watch on or participate in the fun run and walk event that is taking place in Palm cove, Cairns.

History of the Mother’s Day Classic

Women in Super organize one of Australia’s major fun run and walk events – the Mother’s Day Classic. This rapidly growing popular community event donates all proceeds to breast cancer research. With 135,000 participants nationally, the not-for profit organisation raised 5 million dollars last year and close to 20 million has been raised since it’s inception in 1998. Many walked in support or memory of a loved one. This heart touching event not only attracts individuals and families moved by breast cancer, it also attracts families celebrating mother’s day, schools and community teams, as well as media personalities and celebrities. This event has also attracted some major sponsors, many being finance and superannuation industries, including ME Bank. The organisation have many volunteers, however it is in continual need of sponsors and supporters to assist in making their dream come true – the cure for breast cancer. To support this great cause, please Click Here.

When and where

On Sunday the 11^th of May, 2014 the Palm Cove Mother’s Day Classic is taking place. Whether you are staying in Palm Cove or if you would like to visit the charmed little seaside town and join in on the action, why not make a day of it, pack a beach bag and start the day by participating or spectating in the event. Here, you can have yourself a nice lunch at one of the many restaurants and relax on the beach under a shady tree, whilst making the most of what the village has to offer. This event is for the whole family, whilst bringing together a community of people fighting for the same cause.

The Course

The 4 Kilometre walk and run will begin at the Jetty on Williams Esplanade, Palm Cove at 7am. The course will take place through parkland and along the beach. Firstly, participants will head south on Williams Esplanade, along the beach before turning right on to Veivers Road. They will then take a left on to Triton Road, before entering Argentea parkland. Participants will then pop out on the Palm Cove beach for a straight stretch back to the Jetty, the finish line.

Registration

Registration starts at 6.15am on the day or alternatively sign up online (opens on Sunday the 30^th of March) Click Here, Get in quick as registration closes on Wednesday the 7^th of May. After you have registered you will receive an email with your fundraising url. If you are not sure how to set up your fundraising page or if your friends need help filling it in, please Click Here.

About the day

Complete a tribute card to wear on the day in memory of a loved one or for words of encouragement for someone undergoing treatment, Click Here. The theme for this event is pink so bring your pink coloured hats, T-shirts, leggings, wigs, face-paint, head- bands and anything else that you can think of! To add to the excitement, there will be a few stalls selling roses and flowers for Mother’s Day, along with soaps, lotions and creams, so bring along some cash. Palm Cove is lined with a variety of cafes and restaurants so you will be able to purchase yourself some lunch or a coffee to enjoy while spectating. There will also be a bunch of prizes on the day!

Cost to participate

Adult – $20

Student / Health Card holder – $12

Child (16 years and under) – $10

Family (2 adults and up to 4 children) – $50

Family (1 adult and up to 4 children) – $30

Getting to Palm Cove

From Cairns

For self-drivers, head north along the Captain Cook Highway, approximately 30 minutes from the city. Take the 3^rd turn-off into Palm Cove, down Warren Street, before taking a left on to Cedar road. Follow the road down to Williams Esplanade. Turn left and you will see the Jetty and the events registration desk.

From Port Douglas

Head out of Port Douglas on to Davidson Street, which joins on to the Port Douglas road. Turn left on to the Captain Cook Highway and follow the scenic coastal road, until you see the Palm Cove turn off (Warren Street). Take a left on to Cedar Road, before entering Williams Esplanade. Turn left again and you will see the jetty and registration desk.

For more information on Palm Cove, please Click Here.

If you are interested in staying in Palm Cove, please Click Here for a list of accommodation.

For accommodation, tours or car hire options please call the Cairns Holiday Specialists on (07) 4059 59 59 for some great deals.

For further information on this event please Click Here or contact:

Bedelia Paukovits

e: bpaukovits@vtown.com.au

p: 0438 553 995

Francetta Bridle

e: fbridle@gmail.com

Author: Madeleine – A Cairns Holiday Specialist