It was a speedy day at Gillamatong Lane as crowds gathered to watch the annual Billycart Derby run by the Braidwood Lions Club. Visitors came from as far as Queanbeyan, Goulburn and Port Kembla to watch riders hurtle down the hill.
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Proceedings were opened by QPRC Administrator Tim Overall, as competitors unloaded their machines. Supporters settled on the sidelines to watch the carts go.
Under 8s began the competition, in a variety of handmade carts.
A police chase was the highlight of the afternoon. The crowd watched as a uniformed policeman rolled after Tom Clarke.
The top speed clocked down Gillamatong was an impressive 44 kilometres per hour.
Results
Under 8s
First Charlotte Sarina, Second Oliver Remollino, Local rider bonus: Oliver Remollino
8-11 Years
First Lucas Jeffries, Second Hayley-Jane Fuller, Local Rider Bonus: Annebel Clarke
12-15 Years
First Hayden Douglas, Second Lawson Harris
Women
First Danielle Clarke, Second Madeline Clarke, Local Rider Bonus: Danielle Clarke
Open
First John Abela, Second, Craig Jeffries, Local Rider Bonus: Annebel Clarke
Mai-Belle Riley Tyler won the BMX Bike.
Elspeth Kernebone
Accident brought me to journalism, but every day convinces me again that strong media is more important than ever. After a starting off as the sole reporter in a tiny NSW town, I’m loving the teeming metropolis that is Bendigo. Focussed on health, business and education. Got a tip? Email elspeth.kernebone@bendigoadvertiser.com.au.
Accident brought me to journalism, but every day convinces me again that strong media is more important than ever. After a starting off as the sole reporter in a tiny NSW town, I’m loving the teeming metropolis that is Bendigo. Focussed on health, business and education. Got a tip? Email elspeth.kernebone@bendigoadvertiser.com.au.
