Member for Bathurst, Paul Toole has urged locals and visitors alike not to miss the event.
“The Lithgow Flash Gift is Australia’s richest sprint race for women. An iconic event that epitomises the Australian spirit, The Lithgow Flash Gift has built a reputation as a drawcard attraction for our community,” Mr Toole said.
“I urge everyone not to miss this spectacular event, which reflects the unique character of our area and attracts visitors to both participate and to explore our beautiful region.”
A professional athletics carnival, the Lithgow Flash Gift is named for Lithgow-born Mrs Marjorie Jackson-Nelson – ‘The Lithgow Flash’— who, during an illustrious athletic career won two Olympic gold medals (Helsinki 1952) and seven Commonwealth Games gold medals.
The event will see athletes from across Australia competing under a handicap system that provides an even chance for all competitors of winning. The feature race of the day will be the Centennial Coal Lithgow Flash Gift for women, an event attracting some of the fastest sprinters in Australia.
Minister for Tourism and Major Events, George Souris said: “The NSW Government, through Destination NSW, is proud to support the Lithgow Flash Gift as part of the Regional Flagship Events Program. Earlier this year, the event received $10,000 from the program and was successfully selected from 109 Expressions of Interest from across the State.
“Last year, the event drew an estimated 2,905 visitors and contributed an economic impact of over $161,000 to the local economy.”
Destination NSW CEO, Sandra Chipchase said: “Visitors and competitors to the Lithgow Flash Gift are also encouraged to explore the Lithgow region with its scenic attractions, including Hassan’s Wall, Lithgow State Mine Heritage Park, Berghofer’s Pass, Esbank House and Museum as well as the diverse and rich lifestyle offerings of this beautiful area.”
For more information, please visit: www.lithgow.com/flashgift
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