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Granddad to run marathons in Bravehearts fundraiser to fight child sexual abuse

Peter Mahoney says he has participated in the marathon event four times before. (ABC Ballarat: Lexie Jeuniewic)

A Ballarat grandfather of 11 is preparing to tackle what has been described as Australia's mightiest marathon, all to help children impacted by sexual abuse.

Peter Mahoney will lace up his runners in Perth on June 26 and set off on child protection organisation Bravehearts' 777 Marathon.

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