Family day at Maldon

The classic three legged race – just some of the fun to be had at this year's RACE YA Family Fun Day in Maldon. Photo: Jade Jungwirth

The ‘RACE YA’ Family Fun Day Asthma Australia fundraiser will return to Maldon’s Bill Woodfull Reserve on Easter Sunday April 20.

This year’s event coincides with the Maldon Easter Fair celebrations.

The fundraiser is held in memory of Maldon teen Ned Cameron, 14, who died suddenly of an acute asthma attack in 2016.

Ned’s mum Kristy Lang-O’Connell initiated the event seven years ago to honour his memory, raise funds for Asthma Australia, increase education about the condition and encourage families to spend previous time together.

More than $100,000 has been raised in Ned’s honour over the past six years through donations and RACE YA family fun days.

There will be heaps to do from running races, to tug-a-war, face painting, gumboot toss, nail drive, the egg toss and much more.

There will also be a silent auction, a raffle, a vintage car display, motorbike rides, food and drinks and of course an Easter Egg hunt!

Get along and enjoy a good old-fashioned family day out on from 11am to 3pm. Entry is $5. All profits and donations go directly to Asthma Australia. If you can make it donations can also be made to the RACE YA account – BSB: 633000 Account: 165 285 826. All contributions big and small are greatly appreciated.