A big thank you to everyone who helped to make this day worth every effort – the volunteers, the participants and also all those who just came along to cheer everyone on. We could not have done it without you, especially at a time when the Palestinians in Gaza are coming under repeated bombardments.

A special thank you to Phil Monsour for coming all the way from Brisbane to personally perform his moving songs from his new CD “The Ghosts of Deir Yassin”. Those who didn’t have the chance to hear him on the day, can watch his video at the following link-
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_vJR3yss04M

The money raised – a total of $9,000 – is going to go to Gaza. We are currently investigating the most needy project through the Palestinian Red Crescent Society  and/or Union Aid Abroad-APHEDA and will inform you all through this website once a decision is made.

People can still donate money through our website by clicking on the following link.

We hope that everyone who participated enjoyed the day and that those who ran and walked will keep training for next year’s event. Perhaps there might even be people inspired by the good feelings of camaraderie, balmy weather and gorgeous surroundings to try the run or walk themselves next year. 

We would love to see this event grow bigger and better and we are depending on you to help us make it happen. Please spread the word to family and friends. It is a small, but nevertheless, significant way we can all help to raise awareness of Palestinian human rights and hopefully see them also run free one day very soon.