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Helping a cause FIRST staged in 2006 by the Pedestrian Council of Australia, the Cancer Council NSW Seven Bridges Walk is expected to attract as many as 15,0 0 0 participants this year. For the first time, Cancer Council NSW will be the naming partner for the event. Funds raised from the registration fee and donations on the day will go to the council's vital cancer research, prevention programs and support services. People wishing to make a donation can visit www.7bridgeswalk.com.au Participants can walk all, or part of, the 25km clockwise course, which crosses the seven iconic bridges of Sydney Harbour. The Cancer Council NSW Seven Bridges Walk provides an opportunity for participants to get active while enjoying some of Sydney's most spectacular views. Walkers can start and finish at any of the seven villages along the course. Once registered, they will receive their Event Passport, event map and event wristband. The event opens at Sam and closes at 5pm. It's recommended that walkers planning to cover the full course begin before noon so they can complete it by 5pm. Free special-event buses and ferries will return to their starting point any participants who don't want to cover the full walk. Walkers must present their Event Passport to access the free event buses and ferries. At each of the seven villages, participants will be able to enjoy food and refreshments as well as music and entertainment. Toilets, transport information and first aid (selfserve or provided, depending on the village) will also be available. In addition to the seven village precincts there are many quality cafes, restaurants and pubs along the course that provide an excellent place to stop and refuel. The Seven Bridges Walk also acknowledges the support of its media and corporate sponsors. They include The Sunday Telegraph, Channel Seven, Telstra, shoe manufacturer Asics, insurance group QBE and the NSW Government.