Good Company Initiatives
CityLink is working with communities to deliver initiatives that help minimise environmental impacts and to give back to the communities in which CityLink operates. These initiatives include:
2010 Run for the Kids - Over $1M to the Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal
It was a picturesque day on Sunday March 14, 2010 when 30,000 runners and walkers from all over Melbourne – some joining in from interstate - flooded Central Melbourne with their enthusiasm and colour for the yearly Herald Sun|CityLink Run for the Kids charity event.
This year, an incredible $1,001,631 was raised for the Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal with Transurban CEO, Chris Lynch, generously donating $50,000 on the day, rounding up the figure to a total of $1,050,000.
CityLink would like to say a HUGE thank you to all runners, walkers, and volunteers for their support. Without your generosity the event would not be what it is today!
For more details to participate in next year's fun run and for this year's post-event information, visit www.runforthekids.com.au
Commonwealth Games
CityLink was an Official Provider for the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games.
CityLink waived tolls for the Melbourne 2006 Official Vehicle fleet. This allowed organisers, officials and especially the athletes to get to their training and competition venues quickly and ready to perform at their peak.
For the public, there were toll-free periods of travel on sections of CityLink when ceremonies and events required the closure of other roads.
CityLink School Support Program
CityLink currently provides funding to each of the 10 schools within 600 metres of CityLink. The funds are intended to support school programs that build the self-esteem and well-being of children. Some programs funded include:
- Bike education, bike camp and human relations/social skills programs
- A 'You Can Do It' program to build confidence, persistence, organisation and social skills in children
- Supporting a 10-week buddies and peer support program targeting years 3 and 4
- Providing a Breakfast Program for those who might miss breakfast at home
- Providing assistance to ensure optimum participation in school excursions and camps
General CityLink community sponsorships
A pool of funds is allocated every year to support a range of community sponsorships under the CityLink brand. The sponsorships are intended to support programs that enhance or protect the environment in which CityLink operates, or contribute to the amenity, economic development or well-being of one of our neighbouring communities. Sponsorships include local festivals, environmental programs and community arts initiatives.