PAINTED UP: Jenna Meyer (left) and Vanessa Pohlner’s outfits took on much brighter appearances by the time they finished yesterday’s Color Vibe 5km fun run at the Toowoomba Showgrounds. Nev Madsen
BRIGHT hues of powdered colour were blasted over thousands of eager runners for Toowoomba's first Color Vibe 5km fun run.
The party atmosphere drew more than 5000 people to the Toowoomba Showgrounds yesterday.
Their morning efforts were for a good cause, with funds raised destined to help drought-stricken Queensland farmers.
Toowoomba woman Rachelle Beneke and fellow runner Sharlene Wilkin said they wanted to support a good cause while enjoying the fun atmosphere of the run.
"I did the neon run earlier in the year and this is so much better," Ms Beneke said
"I'm having an absolute ball.
"We are childcare workers so why not just get in and get messy."
Peggy McMillan made a trip in from Dalby for the run.
"We are just here with some friends here from Toowoomba just to support the cause and have fun," she said.
"We think it's a great family day."
Bree Hoolihan (centre) is smashed with colour bombs during her run.
She said the atmosphere while lining up for the start of the run was great.
"It's a very good party mood."
Global Care Toowoomba volunteer Melissa Pedler said the charity would distribute the funds raised to people struggling on the land.
"We just want to be able to offer people hope in some capacity," Miss Pedler said.
"Whether it is financial aid or in some (other) capacity we just want to support them."
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