The runners were a little wet after their run. Their times were recorded by local mayors. Photo / Leanne Warr
The runners were a little wet after their run. Their times were recorded by local mayors. Photo / Leanne Warr
What does it take to win a race against former All Black Richie McCaw?
Having some knowledge of the terrain might be a start, which might be what helped a team from Pūkaha Mount Bruce National Wildlife Centre win in the eight-kilometre relay.
It was raining and cold, but thatdidn’t deter the runners.
Four teams took part in the race, which marketing manager George Hewitt says was done for the first time this year.
The teams had to do two laps of the 4km Loop Track, with each member passing a baton to the next member.
Each runner in the relay had to hand over a 'baton' in the race. The team from Pūkaha won. Photo / Leanne Warr
The centre, located 10km south of Eketāhuna, normally holds an open day for the public once a year, and this time they decided to do something a little different.
The race included teams representing Tararua District, Wairarapa, Pūkaha and Westpac, which also contributed a donation of $5000 for conservation.
Richie McCaw was happy to come along and participate. Photo / Leanne Warr
Richie, who is Westpac’s ambassador, was happy to come along to participate in the race.
