On September 15, the 2024 Sydney Marathon once again presented a spectacular scene – more than 40,000 runners from all over the world participated in this internationally renowned marathon event. The Sydney Branch of CCCA has been organizing members to participate in the Sydney Marathon running event for more than ten years. This year, it organized more than 450 people from member organizations to participate in the competition. Ye Wei, Counselor of the Economic and Commercial Office of the Chinese Consulate General in Sydney, Li Mang, President of CCCA Sydney Branch and Sydney Branch of Bank of China, leaders and representatives of executive committee, the representative of main sponsor of the event – UnionPay International South Pacific Branch & SAIC Australia Pty Ltd, and secretariat staff participated in the running event.
Counselor Ye Wei said that he was grateful to CCCA Sydney branch for actively organizing the annual marathon running event, and also thanked the member units for their strong support for this year’s event. He hoped that everyone would ensure safety during the event and run with style. Secretary-General Chen Min hosted the speech session and organized a group photo.
Amid the rhythmic cheers of the organizers, the members and the participants started running together! Everyone took steps forward together, leaving behind beautiful figures of sweating and striving on the beautiful Sydney Bridge and the side of the Opera House.
The Sydney branch has participated in running festival activities for many years in a row. The successful holding of this event has enriched the spare time life of Sydney branch members, further promoted communication and interaction among members, and reflected the unity and cohesion of the champer family.