30th Greatest Train Race launched
Kees Taljaard Stadium will be the new relay and finish area at Rotary's 30th Greatest Train Race, which takes place on 20 August 2016, it was announced at the official launch of the event at the Middelburg Chamber auditorium in Walter Sisulu street.
This will be a major change from the traditional end point at the Steve Tshwete Municipal Buildings where it’s been for the 29 previous editions.
Speaking at the event, Chairperson of the organising committee Chantel Bekker said: “It takes time, determination and hard work to get where we want to be, to make a difference in someone else’s life”.
She then announced the committee members and commended them on their willingness and effort.
Speaking on behalf of Glencore, Stanley Joubert said that ‘Glencore is extremely proud to be the main sponsor and the driving force behind the event’ and would remain committed to their sponsorship.
David Grant, Governor of Rotary District 9400, congratulated the Rotary Clubs of Witbank, Cycad and Middelburg for their determination for pulling this event off for the last 29 years and wished them all the best for the 30th event.
• The Greatest Train Race will take place on 20 August 2016. The race will be bigger and better than before. A few changes have been made. The Long distance runners will start at 06:00 at the Train Station in eMalahleni and they will then run an official 32 km race. There is also a 15 km race option which will start from the Hillside Station turn off near La Rochelle at 06:00.
• The relay will move to the Kees Taljaard stadium in Middelburg. There will be one change over point for all 5 team members with a 4.9 km circle route. There will also be a 4.9 km fun run starting from Kees Taljaard Stadium.
• Enter your teams or enter as an individual before 1st August. More info available at www.gtr.co.za.
