ABOUT 200 people took part in the 2015 Albie Thomas Rockdale Fun Run at Peter Depena Reserve on Sunday.
Nathan Breen was the first male across the line in the 5 kilometre run for the second year in a row. Imogen Stewart was the first female to finish.
St George District Athletics Club and Rockdale Council organised the event.
Club President Kim Delaney said it was a success.
‘‘It’s always been a fantastic community event,’’ he said.
More than $4000 was raised.
The annual run is named in honour of athlete Albie Thomas, who died in 2013.
Born at Hurstville in 1935, Mr Thomas broke world records, competed at three Olympic Games and was a dual Commonwealth Games medallist.
After his running career ended he continued to coach and work tirelessly for his beloved St George Athletic Club.
He trained many young St George athletes and was instrumental in organising the Rockdale City Community Fun Run.
The money raised from the run will go towards the Knights of St George Heart Association, which Mr Thomas also passionately supported.
