Take Me Back!

During a recent Palm Creek parkrun, an observant participant noticed an out-of-place sight of an abandoned Woolworths trolley sitting quietly beneath the trees. Abandoned dangerously close to the waterway, it risked becoming part of the local litter problem. But rather than simply jogging past, this thoughtful parkrunner made the decision to step in and do something about it.

With a spirit of community and care, the parkrunner veered off course, retrieved the rogue trolley, and brought it along for the remainder of their run. In a light-hearted twist, the trolley even crossed the parkrun finish line, much to the amusement of onlookers. Together, the pair rattled off down the road on foot and returned the wayward cart safely, snugly with its other trolley companions in the collection ranks.

It was a simple act, but it made a difference. These everyday gestures of kindness and responsibility help protect our parks, keep our waterways clean, and inspire others to do the same. Palm Creek is a more beautiful place thanks to small actions like this. One parkrunner, one trolley, and one moment of care to keep our green spaces healthy and clean.

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