By Hollie Harris
WARM sunshine and light spring breezes greeted last Sunday’s racegoers at the 13th annual Noosa Billy Cart Grand Prix, but it was the clash of the ‘pollies’ that drew the crowd.
The atmosphere at Noosa Christian College was energetic, and the Hon Peter Wellington MP and Noosa mayor Tony Wellington opened the event, but once the helmets went on and the flag was raised, the competition kicked off.
Both elected officials participated in a race to kick start the event, and Peter Wellington took home the trophy.
Sponsored by Cooroy Community Bank branch of Bendigo Bank, the event was held to raise funds for the Noosa Christian College.
Races for all ages ran throughout the day, and the kids surely slept well after a lot of pushing.
When not racing, students were kept busy, happy and entertained by the carnival atmosphere – fairy floss, camels, face painting, balloon twisting, a mechanical bull and various inflatable activities.
The Noosa Billy Cart Grand Prix has gone from strength to strength in recent years, and is proud to be an attraction that draws even interstate visitors to the Sunshine Coast.
