Easter in the Country celebrations was brighter than ever this year when PCYC Maranoa’s annual ColourXplosion Fun Run, supported by Senex, burst into action.
Held on 20 April – Easter Sunday – the event saw entrants in the PCYC ColourXplosion being showered in a vibrant kaleidoscope of colours when they took to Bassett Park in droves for the 5km fun run and walk.
All profits from the event support PCYC Maranoa’s youth programs.
Entrants were encouraged to wear fancy dress to run, walk, jog or even dance their way to the finish line. With every person who registered issued a free packet of paint powder to shower family and friends during the run, it was an event set to live up to its name.
PCYC Maranoa Club Manager Trish Brider, said this annual fundraiser is a huge help in facilitating the club’s local free programs and activities for young people.
“We love hosting this annual event for our community,” she said.
“It’s great to see our PCYC club members, our staff and volunteers, as well as young people who are new to PCYC, all having fun and supporting each other.
“We want our PCYC to continue to be a hub of activity for the community – we’ve got a lot of exciting programs on the cards to help create a safe, healthy Maranoa community through youth development.
She encouraged young people across the region to come along, have some fun and to find out more about the activities and programs PCYC has on offer – from basketball, to boxing, to learning to drive, and Emergency Services Cadets – PCYC has programs to support young people no matter where they are in life.
Senex Energy Community Relations Manager, Trevor Robertson said Senex was proud of its ongoing partnership with PCYC Maranoa and was excited to be again supporting the ColourXplosion Fun Run in 2025.
“Run, walk, jog, skip or dance to the finish line,” Trevor said.
“PCYC Maranoa delivers important services to the community, and young people seeking positive connections and support from great mentors.
“As a big part of the Roma community, we are delighted to sponsor what is one of the most popular family events in the region.”
