The Norsewood and Takapau Lions clubs have announced that a joint decision has been made to withdraw from hosting the Norsewood to Takapau FUN Challenge in 2018 and the foreseeable future.
The clubs had enjoyed running the event over the years, said a spokesperson, and would like to thank everyone in the community for the support shown for the event and the clubs themselves.
Both clubs feel that it is time to take a step back and will be looking to hand over the event to any interested groups to continue what has been, during its 12-year history, a very successful event.
What started out as a social get-together between the neighbouring clubs quickly developed into an annual fundraiser and lasting partnership, enabling them to raise and distribute funds within their local communities of about $20,000.
The Lions clubs were committed to continuing their work in supporting the community, said their spokesperson, and would now be looking at new ventures.
Expressions of interest are welcomed from any interested parties to continue the event in the Lions' absence. For more information or to register interest, contact Takapau Lions Club member Murray Hayes at m.hayes@hotmail.co.nz