Past Apex Club of Castlemaine volunteers will be out in force once again tomorrow morning, Christmas Day, visiting streets across Castlemaine and beyond with the big man in red handing out icy poles and lollies to excited youngsters.
This year marks the 87th anniversary of the beloved annual Past Apex Club of Castlemaine Santa Run, which has cemented its place in the hearts and minds of locals over the past eight decades.
The Guildford Grumpies Car Club Inc has once again donated $1500 to support the annual Santa Run, and locals are also encouraged to make a donation when the utes visit your street, avenue or court and help keep this wonderful local tradition thriving.
Past Apexian Stephen Cooper said they hoped the weather would be kinder to them in 2024.
“Christmas Day 2023 was extremely wet but we persevered, and rain, hail or shine we will be out spreading the Christmas joy again tomorrow!” he said.
In 2024, Santa and his helpers will undertake five runs across the local region. Volunteers will gather from 6.30am and hit the road from 7-7.30am on runs throughout Castlemaine and Campbells Creek, out to Chewton and Elphinstone and Guildford.
With housing estates across the region growing in size, they may be a little later than usual as they get around to everyone. Look for signage in your town for times or listen for the bells, horns and Ho, Ho, Hos!
