PEOPLE from all across the Riverina region came together in Junee on Saturday in support of a little girl's big fight.
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The Magic for Molly event was the idea of Junee Remax director Jenna Pollard, hoping to raise support and funds for the Halliburton family who recently received news no family wants to hear.
Four-year-old Molly Halliburton was diagnosed with leukaemia, causing the Junee family to move to Sydney in order to be closer to the medical services needed.
The fundraising event kicked off from 10am at the Laurie Daley Oval and ran through to the late afternoon, offering food, live music, market stalls, arts and crafts and a show and shine.
One of hundreds in attendance, Chrissy Pratt, said she was was thrilled to show her support for the Halliburtons.
"We know the Halliburton family and are only too happy to come in and support them, just like the rest of Junee is doing," she said.
"It's certainly a big crowd and everyone is doing such an amazing job to show their support and get involved."
Molly's grandmother Pam Halliburton couldn't stop smiling on the day, overwhelmed by the community's generosity.
"It's just incredible," she said.
"It's such a beautiful day and the vibes are wonderful, everyone is enjoying themselves which I'm so pleased about."
A touch carnival also played a role in fundraising on the day, with the light-hearted competition getting families of all ages out on the field.
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"It's a nice family day out, my sister in law Jenna Pollard has helped put on the day out here which is lovely, so we came over and played touch on the Remax team," she said.
"It was great fun to play with the kids and get involved."
The Wagga Local Rapid Relief Team also backed the cause, selling thousands of hot meals and drinks on the day.
The group's leader Rohan Lindqvist said they were thrilled to lend a hand to the deserving family.
"We are so grateful for the opportunity to come to Junee to support this family in our community doing it tough," he said.
"In times of crisis, there's nothing more important than helping each other.
"The thing that makes the Riverina so special is no matter the town, we always band together to support one of our own in a time of crisis."
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