Maldon’s annual Shopping Spree has been a highlight on the social calendar for locals and visitors for the past 20 years. The fun-filled event, held on the last Thursday in November, raises much needed funds for the local primary school while supporting local retailers in the lead up to Christmas.
“We are very proud to be part of this unique event,” said Debra Watson Maldon Primary School Business Manager.
At the beginning of the night shoppers receive a bag containing goodies and vouchers providing discounts from local retailers, including a complimentary glass of bubbles at the Maldon Hotel.
The ‘Barrow Boys’ (usually a couple of local footballers) stroll the street with a wheelbarrow full of drinks, keeping shoppers glasses full as they roam the historic township, with the festive sound of music performed by the Maldon Brass Band in the background.
The fun filled night would not be complete without the huge raffle filled with prizes from all participating retailers and other local suppliers. Drawn at the Maldon Hotel, shoppers often enjoy a meal as they wait with anticipation for their lucky number to be drawn.
“We had many different raffle prize winners this year,” Debra said. “Including one very lucky table of school mums who won a whole bunch of prizes”.
This year’s Shopping Spree Fundraiser included 20 local retailers welcoming over 125 shoppers through their doors successfully raising $2,300 for Maldon Primary School.
“A huge Thank you to Megan Walmsley for coordinating the event,” Debra said. “And thank you to the Maldon and District Community Bank for their support of the event.”