Ponsonby Revellers The Highlight In Unique Half-Marathon Night Walk

Ponsonby’s famous strip did itself proud on Saturday night, cheering on more than 2,500 people taking part in a unique night-time walk through the streets of Auckland.


“Ponsonby really embraced the walkers with cheers of encouragement, people were coming out of restaurants to clap as they walked past creating a great buzz for all involved,” said organiser Mel Lloyd. The majority were kitted out in tutus, neon lights, fluro glasses and even fairy rings. For many it was a celebration of a loved one, for others it was to celebrate survival, and succeeding in beating cancer. Others were partaking as a fun way to exercise with friends and work teams.

Walkers wore a bib on their back, with a dedication for the person they were a walking star for, and reading those brought home just how important the funds we raised are and gave walkers an added inspiration.

“We had large work teams through to friends, couples and individuals. We’re really proud that every dollar they raised will go to the Cancer Society and Look Good Feel Better, two amazing charities doing incredible work providing support to patients and funding much-needed research for treatments and cures,” Lloyd says. “Ponsonby is a real hub for Saturday nightlife and we are really grateful to everyone who took time to make the walk really special.”

www.walkingstars.org.nz