| New South Wales Running Calendar |
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20/06/2013 20/06/2014 True NSW |
| Jun 2013 | ||
| Sat | 22 Jun | SDAC WINTER SERIES - GRAYS POINT Hosted by Sutherland District Athletics Club every Saturday afternoon. Races at same time every week - approximately same distances - this week - 1km (1.50pm), 2km (2.00pm), 3km (2.15pm), 5km (2.30pm). 4 races only this week. Start is at the southern end of Grays Point Rd, near Grays Point Primary School and runs are along service trails up through the National Park. Casual and new members of all ages/abilities, novice-elite welcome every week. Just turn up and sign up! contact: Sally Luxton. email: publicity@sutherlandathletics.com. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 23 Jun | SMC ROAD RACE Come and run the new SMC course. Each month (Oct to July) there is a half marathon, 10km and 5km. The 5km can cost well under $7 per race. For that you will get an accurately measured course, KM markers, drinks stations, electronic timing, lucky draw prizes, cash prizes, post race drinks, snacks and a presentation. All abilities and ages are welcomed. Check out our website or Facebook page for all the details you need and to see photos of past races. Enter online now to secure your place. contact: SMC Road Race Series. email: smcroadraceseries@gmail.com. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 23 Jun | 2013 COOKS RIVER FUN RUN The Cooks River Fun Run is Strathfield Council's annual fitness event open to all ages and abilities. The certified out and back course takes in the Bay to Bay Cycleway with a 5km run, 10km run or a 5km fun walk. Early bird entries close 14 June. contact: Strathfield Council. email: cooksriverfunrun@strathfield.nsw.gov.au. Visit the website for more details. Click here for an entryform. |
| Sun | 23 Jun | BROOMS HEAD 3B'S FUN RUN 10k/5k run/walk over bitumen bush and beach. contact: Ken Crampton 02 6645 3253. email: brenda.sh@bigpond.com. |
| Sat-Sun | 29-30 Jun | TOUGH BLOKE CHALLENGE From the stables of Maximum Adventure comes an off road running event that combines the challenges of cross country running, manmade and natural obstacles, water crossings, mud and some unexpected surprises. The challenge is simple, clear the obstacles and get around the course in as short a time as possible to be in the running for the coveted Tough Challenge Trophy! Running is the core discipline of the Tough Bloke Challenge but competitors should be prepared for anything... and don't expect to be clean when you come out on the other side – the taste of mud and sweat will be familiar by the end of the day. Despite the name, the event is also open to females in the "Tough Chick" category and a range of age categories, starting from 16 years of age. Men and women of all ages will enjoy this event, everyone likes to get down and dirty once in a while! It's 100% unadulterated fun, an opportunity to be a kid again. Every participant who completes the challenge will receive a finisher’s certificate and unlimited bragging rights! contact: Gary Farebrother. email: info@maxadventure.com.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sat | 29 Jun | SDAC WINTER SERIES - Hosted by Sutherland District Athletics Club every Saturday afternoon. Races at same time every week - approximately same distances - this week - 1km (1.50pm), 2km (2.00pm), 3km (2.15pm), 5km (2.30pm) & 10km (3.00pm). Park near the tennis courts in Yala Rd, Bangor. The course is in bushland with a mix of grass and road - also a tough and undulating course. Senior Scratch Championship Race. The Ron O'Meara Perpetual Trophy is awarded for best junior performance (based on handicap improvement) at the Bangor run. Handicap points apply for everyone every week. Casual and new members of all ages/abilities, novice-elite welcome every week. Just turn up and sign up! contact: Sally Luxton. email: publicity@sutherlandathletics.com. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 30 Jun | WINGELLO TRAIL CLASSIC 25km and 6km trail running races. Halfway between Sydney and Canberra. Prizemoney and sponsors' prizes. contact: Harry Summers. email: wingellotrailclassic@gmail.com. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 30 Jun | CAREFLIGHT WOODFORD TO GLENBROOK CLASSIC 2013 This year's CareFlight Woodford to Glenbrook Classic will attract over 1000 entrants to run or ride the Oaks Fire Trail through the beautiful Blue Mountains National Park from the town of Woodford down to the Euroka Clearing near Glenbrook. Covering 25km of undulating bushland, the trail is incredibly scenic and a must for keen mountain bikers and trail runners. Participants are supported the full length of the track by Rural Fire Service crews stationed along the way, providing First Aid and drinks. A CareFlight doctor and St John Ambulance volunteers will also be in support. The event will finish with a community fair-style reception in the beautiful Euroka Clearing. Families are welcome to join in the fun with activities for the kids, food stalls and displays throughout the day. Mountain bike riders start from 9am and runners start from 10am. Exact start times and transport and parking details will be advised closer to the event. Registration is just $45 for adults and $20 for juniors, which only covers the cost of conducting the event. Money raised by entrants through donations and fundraising activities helps to fund the services of CareFlight. Each entrant is asked to assist with this. Teams and individuals are welcome to enter. The registration process is online and easy to follow. contact: John Ebbott. email: events@careflight.org. Visit the website for more details. |
| Jul 2013 | ||
| Sun | 7 Jul | SHOALHAVEN KING OF THE MOUNTAIN Whether you’re a marathon specialist, a half marathon enthusiast or simply like running over mountains – then the 32km Shoalhaven King of the Mountain could be just what you're looking for. A very friendly, well organised long distance event that takes in the best sights and native sounds of the local area. Only 1.5 hours drive from Sydney, the "King" travels from the quiet rural village of Cambewarra(near Nowra - South Coast NSW) over Mt Scanzi to the historic township of Kangaroo Valley. *Transport provided from finish to the start Runners of all levels are welcome in this locally run event (since 1966). Entries taken online, via post or on the day. contact: Doug Jeffrey 0407 441 889. email: admin@kingofthemountainnowra.org.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sat | 13 Jul | SDAC WINTER SERIES - GRAYS POINT Hosted by Sutherland District Athletics Club every Saturday afternoon. Races at same time every week - approximately same distances - this week - 1km (1.50pm), 2km (2.00pm), 3km (2.15pm), 5km (2.30pm) starting at end of Grays Point Rd, near Grays Point Public School. 4 races only these last few weeks due to the impact of coinciding state events. Club members racing at state events also earn handicap points for Winter Series. Casual and new members of all ages/abilities, novice-elite welcome every week. Just turn up and sign up! contact: Sally Luxton. email: publicity@sutherlandathletics.com. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 14 Jul | SRI CHINMOY SYDNEY 2013 SERIES RACE 5 - DOLLS POINT HALF-MARATHON (21.1 KM), 10 KM & 5 KM. Peter Depena Reserve, Russell Ave, Dolls Point. Botany Bay is a beautiful place to run, while Peter Depena Reserve in Cook Park offers the ideal start/finishing point. The course also loops over the spectacular Captain Cook Bridge, affording great views over the mouth of the Georges River and beyond. Choose from the world's 3 most popular racing distances of Half-Marathon, 10 km and 5 km. Parking in car parks along Russell Ave. On-the-day registration opens at 6.45 am and closes at 7.55 am, with races starting from 8 am. contact: Prachar Stegemann. email: sydney@srichinmoyraces.org. Visit the website for more details. Click here for an entryform. |
| Sun | 14 Jul | SYDNEY TRAIL SERIES- KURINGAI WILDFLOWER GARDENS 2 Runners can run 5 or 10K through the Wildflower Gardens- all on dirt! contact: Sean Greenhill. email: info@mountainsports.com.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sat | 20 Jul | SDAC WINTER SERIES - BOTTLE FOREST, EAST HEATHCOTE Join up with Sutherland District Athletics Club and enjoy participating in our Winter Series every Saturday afternoon. Races at same time every week - approximately same distances - 1km (1.50pm), 2km (2.00pm), 3km (2.15pm), 4.6km (2.30pm) & 9.2km (3.00pm) this week at Bottle Forest, end of Bottle Forest Rd, East Heathcote. This course is undulating along National Park trails. INTERVAL START. Senior Scratch Championship race. Casual and new members of all ages/abilities, novice-elite welcome every week. Just turn up and sign up! contact: Sally Luxton. email: publicity@sutherlandathletics.com. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 21 Jul | WINERY RUNNING FESTIVAL This year's Coal and Allied Winery Running Festival in the beautiful Hunter Valley, expects to attract more than 3000 participants. The unique participant sports event has grown on the back of the interesting and picturesque course and great host venue. There are six running & walking events to choose from, catering for novice and serious participants including the Kids Marathon, 5km & 10km winery wander run/walk, half or full Marathons. The overall event draws one of the biggest spectator crowds seen at regional running events in Australia, with more than 5000 spectators expected to visit the Hunter Valley Gardens village on race day, 21 July 2013. Spectators will enjoy one of the best Running Festival venues in Australia, which adjoins 32 acres of international standard themed gardens and a tourist village brimming with cafes, restaurants and shops. The day will be a celebration of the healthy lifestyle on offer in one of Australia's most picturesque tourism areas. contact: Paul Humphreys. email: paul@hevents.com.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 21 Jul | SPORTSCO & DRW HALF MARATHON (NT) Sportsco & DRW Darwin Half Marathon at Lake Alexander - East Point Reserve starting at 6:30am The Half Marathon is part of the Road Series which also includes 5Km and 10Km Road Races. contact: Ian Fullarton. email: president@darwinrunners.com.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sat | 27 Jul | SDAC WINTER SERIES - GRAYS POINT - TEMPTATION CREEK COURSE Hosted by Sutherland District Athletics Club every Saturday afternoon. Races at same time every week - approximately same distances - this week - 1km (1.50pm), 2km (2.00pm), 3km (2.15pm), 7km (2.30pm) & 12.4km (3.00pm) starting at end of Grays Point Rd, near Grays Point Public School. The longer 7km & 12.4km back by popular demand! A very challenging hilly, rocky course. Undulating for the shorter distances. Senior Scratch Chmpionship race and Junior Club Championship race. Casual and new members of all ages/abilities, novice-elite welcome every week. Just turn up and sign up! contact: Sally Luxton. email: publicity@sutherlandathletics.com. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 28 Jul | ROSEVILLE CHASE ROTARY FUN RUN Enjoy the great views of Castle Cove bushland and Middle Harbour while running a 5km or 10km course through the streets of Castle Cove and Roseville Chase. The 10km course has some challenging hills for the more serious runners but the 5km course is suitable for families and children. Prepared yourself for the City 2 Surf with this event. Event details and registration contact: Duncan Campbell. email: duncancampbell@optusnet.com.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 28 Jul | WESTLINK M7 CITIES MARATHON The Westlink M7 Cities Marathon is again scheduled for the last Sunday in July 2013. The course is predominantly held on the Westlink M7 Shared Pathway from Prestons (Liverpool City Local Government Area) and finishes at Blacktown International Sports Park Athletics Stadium, Rooty Hill. The Marathon course is IAAF/AIMS Certified and is supported by the Marathon Relay Challenge (21.1km x 2 Runners) and the Kids Marathon Series (2.195km). Marathon & Relay race start time is 7.00am. contact: Mark Gibson (02 9839 6075) during business hours. email: mark.gibson@blacktown.nsw.gov.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 28 Jul | ALSTONVILLE WOLLONGBAR FUN RUN CHALLENGE Alstonville Elders 10km Run Summit Fitness 5km Run Summerland House Farm 1km Junior Dash Newsxpress Wollongbar 5km Walk contact: Catherine Black. email: wollongbarpc@gmail.com. Visit the website for more details. Click here for an entryform. |
| Sun | 28 Jul | JABULANI CHALLENGE JABULANI CHALLENGE Come and join us for a spectacular bush run or trail walk through the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, on Sydney's north shore. With three distances of 43km, 21km and 12km, there is an option for everyone, with the start and finish at Bobbin Head. It is a friendly and well organised family oriented event supporting a number of good causes. contact: Brad Smithers. email: jabulanitrail@gmail.com. Visit the website for more details. |
| Aug 2013 | ||
| Sat-Sun | 3-4 Aug | KATHMANDU ADVENTURE SERIES - BLUE MOUNTAINS Short, fast and fun, and suitable for anyone and everyone with a real sense of and adventure, the Kathmandu Adventure Series is designed to offer the perfect introduction to the exhilarating sport of adventure racing. Designed for teams of two, the races are fun, fast and furious with teams having to change between three core disciplines several times during the event... Mountain biking, running, trekking, and kayaking. These non-stop events will take between two to six hours to complete so there is never any time to get bored or tired - you will constantly be challenged throughout the race, physically and mentally! contact: Gary Farebrother. email: info@maxadventure.com.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sat | 3 Aug | SDAC WINTER SERIES - BOTTLE FOREST (REVERSE LOOP), EAST HEATHCOTE Join up with Sutherland District Athletics Club and enjoy participating in our Winter Series every Saturday afternoon. Races at same time every week - approximately same distances - 1km (1.50pm), 2km (2.00pm), 3km (2.15pm), 6km (2.30pm). 4 races only this week at Bottle Forest, end of Bottle Forest Rd, East Heathcote. This course is undulating along National Park trails and is run in the reverse to the courses on 7th April. Casual and new members of all ages/abilities, novice-elite welcome every week. Just turn up and sign up! contact: Sally Luxton. email: publicity@sutherlandathletics.com. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 4 Aug | BAY RUN The Bay Run is one of Sydney's favourite community fun runs. The run follows the scenic Bay Run course around Iron Cove in Sydney's Inner West. The 7km run categories include runners (individual and teams), walkers and also the very competitive *Fastest dog (and owner) in the Inner West*. There is also a 2km run for primary school children. Start / finish line at Leichhardt Oval Number 3 between Leichhardt Pool and the Le Montage Function Centre (Frazer Street, Lilyfield). Start time: 8am. The Bay Run is ideal preparation for the City to Surf or Blackmores Sydney Running Festival. Come and join us and help us celebrate our 11th year. contact: Scott Machin. email: enquiries@bayrun.com.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 4 Aug | EMU CREEK TRAIL RUN () 40/20k/10k/5k trail run on Sunday August 4th at the Emu Creek Off Road Park in the Clarence River High Country near Pretty Gully, Tabulam (NSW). Emu Creek is 2hrs inland from Byron bay, 3hrs from the Gold Coast or Coffs harbour and 3.5hrs from Brisbane. Unlimited free camping, come a day early and experience the big sky. Great location. Great trails. This is a new event run in tandem with our MTB event. Entries are Open Now. Visit the website for more details. contact: Anthony. email: events@summerofcycling.com. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sat | 10 Aug | SDAC WINTER SERIES - BUNDEENA Hosted by Sutherland District Athletics Club every Saturday afternoon. Races at same time every week - approximately same distances - this week a new course for 2013 - 1km (1.50pm), 2km (2.00pm), 3km (2.15pm), 5km (2.30pm) & 10km (3.00pm). Events will commence at the junction of Eric St and Beachcomber Parade Bundeena at the start of the Coast track. This course is a combination of fire trail, beach and road running and is a highlight of our running events for 2013. Senior Scratch Championship Race & Junior Club Championship Race. Handicap points apply for everyone every week. Casual and new members of all ages/abilities, novice-elite welcome every week. Just turn up and sign up! contact: Sally Luxton. email: publicity@sutherlandathletics.com. Visit the website for more details. |
| Fri-Sun | 16-18 Aug | CAPITAL TO COAST - 100 K - STAGED FOOTRACE Its on again! Starting once more with a (snowy?!) 10 K prologue in Canberra on Friday arvo, followed by 6 testing stages through beautiful back country on Sat/Sunday as we work our way towards Murramurang Beach and Nowra. The event is unique in that you can compete either as an individual (100K over the weekend) or in a 2 or 3 person team, sharing the 6 stages of approx. 15 K each. Whilst the team competition doesn't commence till Stage 1 on Saturday morning, team members can also have a "social" run in Friday's prologue if they wish. Entries now open. contact: Bob or Maxine. email: capitaltocoast@gmail.com. Visit the website for more details. Click here for an entryform. |
| Sat-Sun | 17-18 Aug | WAGGA WAGGA TRAIL MARATHON RUNNING WEEKEND Just one week after the City2Surf, August 17-18th 2013 is the date set for the unique Wiradjuri walking Track, Wagga Wagga Trail Marathon Running Weekend. Saturday 17th August will be the 5 km fun run and Sunday August 18th will be the cross-country trail marathon that is 95% off-road. On the day will be a marathon relay, a half marathon and a 10km run, something for all the family. Wagga Wagga Road Runners (WWRR) hosted the 5th Wagga Wagga Trail Marathon in 2012 with a big increase in runner numbers. Most runners say that running trails are so much more interesting then running around hard road. The newest 5% of the trail is a little hilly with spectacular views around the area. contact: Helen Allen. email: waggawaggamarathon@bigpond.com. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sat | 17 Aug | GO NATURAL MULTISPORT - AKUNA BAY TO APPLE TREE BAY Saturday 17th August will see the ninth year running of the popular Go Natural Multisport Challenge. The course consists of a 32km road cycle, 12km paddle (kayaks available for hire) and a 12km trail run taking in some of the best scenery in Northern Sydney. The race is an excellent opportunity to shake off those winter cobwebs and compete for over $5,000 worth of prizes. contact: Luke Wheeler. email: info@maxadventure.com.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sat | 17 Aug | SDAC WINTER SERIES - SUTHERLAND HALF MARATHON & GALA DAY, ROYAL NATIONAL PARK Hosted by Sutherland District Athletics Club, part of the Winter Series but also open to all non-members. Race distances 1k, 2k, 3k, 5k, 10k & 21.1k. All runs are along the beautiful but undulating Lady Carrington Drive in the Royal National Park. Trophies awarded to place getters in 10k & half marathon. Cash prizes for male and female winners of half marathon. Online registration available from June or just turn up on the day to register. Sausage sizzle and fabulous relaxing surroundings for a picnic with family and friends. This is a perfect half marathon for beginners and attracts athletes from novice to elite. contact: Sally Luxton. email: publicity@sutherlandathletics.com. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 18 Aug | BYRON 2 BRUNS BEACH RUN If you are looking for the most scenic run on the Northern Rivers then this is the run for you. This 10km family friendly fundraising event isn't just for runners, you can also walk the course and take in the stunning views. All funds raised go to the Brunswick Byron Athletics Club and the Brunswick SLSC. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 18 Aug | TAMWORTH TEN 40 TH YEAR RUNNING FESTIVAL Enjoy one of NSW's longest continually held running events. This year's celebration will see the event commencing in front the Town Hall and finishing at No 1 Oval. A new course mapped out and back along the picturesque tree lined King George Avenue and the Peel River will help runners achieve quick times. You can choose the Tamworth Ten, Fun Five, 4K Walk or for the first time a Half marathon. Also this year will be our first year for online registration and electronic timing. contact: Jeff Benson 02 67682420 or 0408279522. email: Jeff.Benson@bigpond.com. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 18 Aug | SYDNEY TRAIL SERIES- KURINGAI WILDFLOWER GARDENS 3 Runners can run 5 or 10K through the Wildflower Gardens - all on dirt! contact: Sean Greenhill. email: info@mountainsports.com.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sat | 24 Aug | SDAC WINTER SERIES - PRINCE EDWARD PARK, WORONORA Hosted by Sutherland District Athletics Club every Saturday afternoon. Races at same time every week - approximately same distances - this week - 1km (1.50pm), 2km (2.00pm), 3km (2.15pm), 5km (2.30pm) & 9.6km (3.00pm). Start in the park, opposite Woronora RSL, Prince Edward Park, Woronora. This is a challenging hilly course. Senior Scratch Championship Race & Junior Club Championship Race. Handicap points apply for everyone every week. Casual and new members of all ages/abilities, novice-elite welcome every week. Just turn up and sign up! FINAL HANDICAP POINT SCORE contact: Sally Luxton. email: publicity@sutherlandathletics.com. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 25 Aug | PARKINSON'S UNITY WALK&RUN Raise awareness and money to fund essential research and support services for people living with Parkinson's, their families and carers. The Parkinson's Unity Walk&Run is fast becoming one of the best known events in Sydney. With fantastic prizes on offer and a truly significant cause to benefit, make the Parkinson's Unity Walk&Run your next Sydney event of choice! contact: Karina Traill. email: crystal@parkinsonsnsw.org.au. Visit the website for more details. Click here for an entryform. |
| Sun | 25 Aug | SHEPPARTON NEWS - SHEPPARTON RUNNING FESTIVAL (VIC) Shepparton Running Festival Sunday August 25, 2013 Princess Park Shepparton Marathon, Half Marathon, 10 km, 5km and 2km run contact: Steven Trevaskis. email: travy@iprimus.com.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 25 Aug | LAKE MACQUARIE RUNNING FESTIVAL Lake Macquarie Running Festival incorporates a Half Marathon, 10.5km Fun Run, and 4km Kids Scamper. The course is relatively flat a follows the beautiful shoreline of Lake Macquarie between Warners Bay and Speers Point. A family event that promotes participation for all. Although if you are serious the Half Marathon is accredited by Athletics Australia. Come along and enjoy a great day out. contact: Anne or Kate Griffith on 0424 402 524 or 0410 474 488. email: enquiries@lakehalf.com. Visit the website for more details. Click here for an entryform. |
| Sun | 25 Aug | PUB TO PUB Northern Beaches most famous fun run, The 21st annual Pub to Pub charity fun run and walk will be held at 8am sharp on Sunday August 25 and is proudly supported by major sponsor United Resource Management (URM) and media partner - The Manly Daily. The race is a joint fundraising project by The Rotary Club of Brookvale and Newport Arms Hotel and includes a unique course with a challenging 800m sand start from the DY SLSC and travels along the back streets & spectacular beach vistas to end 13km later at Sydney's most famous pub icon, The Newport Arms Hotel. email: management@pub2pub.com.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sat | 31 Aug | MISTY MOUNTAIN TRAIL RUN 40k/20k/10k/5k trail run on Saturday August 31st at Interaction/Outward Bound a 3000 acre private property inside the Worlds 2nd largest shield Volcano (Wollumbin) Mt Warning near Uki (NSW). The Inter-action Outward bound Outdoor pursuit centre is 40mins from Byron bay, 1hr from the Gold Coast, 2hrs from Brisbane and 3hrs from Coffs harbour. Beautiful location bordering the Mebbin National park. Great camping. Great trails. This is a new event run in tandem with our MTB event. contact: Anthony. email: events@summerofcycling.com. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sep 2013 | ||
| Sun | 1 Sep | DUBBO STAMPEDE Enjoy one of NSW's most unique running festivals. Be immersed in the hospitality and warmth of a thriving rural community and seize the special opportunity to run "around the world". Whether choosing the 5.5km, 10km or 21.1km race, runners will journey past animals from all over the globe at the famous Taronga Western Plains Zoo, as well as the opportunity to follow the course of the Macquarie River as it meanders west, in the more challenging half marathon. A marathon is currently under consideration. Confirmation will be soon. contact: John Robins. email: contact@dubbostampede.com.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 1 Sep | SIDS STAMPEDE FUN RUN The SIDS Stampede is a fun run and walk event set in the beautiful Hawkesbury area. It consists of 3 events, a 10km run, a 5km run and 5km friends and family walk. The SIDS Stampede is held on Fathers Day annually. All money raised will go directly to the SIDS and Sleep Apnoea Research Department at The Children's Hospital Westmead. Our aim is to help support scientists in their search for a trigger and eventually, a cure, for these terrible problems. Time: 7.00am. Location: McQuade Park, Windsor NSW. Distance: 5km or 10km Run, 5km Family and Friends Walk contact: Brenda King. email: info@sidsstampede.com.au. Visit the website for more details. Click here for an entryform. |
| Sat | 7 Sep | COASTAL CLASSIC The Coastal Classic is a running race along the classic Coast Track from Otford to Bundeena. With 29km of trails, beaches, sand and rainforest – this race has a little bit of everything with great views to top it off! While the Royal National Park has long been used by runners, thanks to its beautiful scenery and easy access from Sydney's Southern Suburbs, there hasn't been a long trail race in the Park in recent years (apart from along Lady Carrington Drive). The Coastal Classic promises to be a great run – but it will also support a great cause by raising funds for the Royal National Park to assist with signage and trail maintenance of the Coast Track. contact: Gary Farebrother. email: info@maxadventure.com.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sat-Sat | 7 Sep-31 Aug | STRADDIE SALUTE MULTISPORT FESTIVAL (QLD) The Straddie Salute is a weekend of action on Brisbane's doorstep. With four events to choose from, whether you run, bike or swim, there's a challenge waiting for you on beautiful North Stradbroke Island. Your Options: - Straddie 1000 Ocean Swim - Straddie Stride 8km Run & Walk - Straddie Salute Offroad Triathlon: 750/18/8 (Mountain Bike) - Straddie Pure Sprint Triathlon: 750m/20/8 (Road Bike) email: events@weekendwarriorevents.com.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 8 Sep | SRI CHINMOY SYDNEY 2013 SERIES RACE 6 - COOKS RIVER 16 KM, 8 KM & 4 KM Ewen Park, Tennent Parade, Hurlstone Park. This inner-west haven follows cycle paths along both sides of the Cooks River, between Hurlstone Park and Earlwood - a tranquil, friendly and intimate course with tree-cover for most of the way. Treat yourself to something special, then reward yourself even further with a post-race pancake breakfast. Parking in car parks on Ewen Parade, only 500 metres from Hurlstone Park Station. On-the-day registration opens at 6.45 am and closes at 7.55 am, with races starting from 8 am. contact: Prachar Stegemann. email: sydney@srichinmoyraces.org. Visit the website for more details. Click here for an entryform. |
| Sun | 8 Sep | BANKSTOWN HALF MARATHON - THE HIDDEN HALF AND 5KM MAYORAL WALK/RUN INCORPORATING ATHLETICS NSW STATE The Races start and finish at the Western Districts Joggers and Harriers' Clubhouse at Lake Gillawarna- 150m west of the footbridge over Henry Lawson Drive, between Flinders Rd and Georges Cres, Georges Hall. The course, reputed to be one of the most picturesque traffic free running courses in Sydney Metro, follows pathways and trails in a park and Lake setting, providing a balanced and "honest" 21 km course with a good mix of hills and flats. The 5km course is fast and flat but it also provides for an "easy" walk/Run course for the beginner runner and family groups. If you want to try out the course come down any Saturday for our Club's Saturday Run, 7.15am you will be most welcome. Awards for outright 1st, 2nd & 3rd Female and Male with age and other categories for both races also for teams of six under 16years for Schools and other Community Groups. Special Corporate Team Prizes, Legendary Lucky Draw for all runners/walkers. contact: Joan 0413787135. email: westiesjoggers@gmail.com. Visit the website for more details. Click here for an entryform. |
| Sun | 8 Sep | CANBERRA TIMES FUN RUN (ACT) 10k fun run, 5k fun run and walk email: canberrafunrun@fairfaxmedia.com.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 8 Sep | HUSKY RUNNING FESTIVAL 21.1km Half Marathon, 5km run and 2km fun run. Now in its 4th year, this event is proving to be very popular - a flat, fast course on the scenic shores of Jervis Bay. The view is so lovely, you'll wish the race was longer! With the half marathon having an option of a two person team, as well as 2km and 5km races, there is a distance for everyone. Pack the family up and make a weekend of it! Entries more than doubled at last year's event, so don't miss out. contact: Elite Energy. email: office@eliteenergy.com.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 8 Sep | BROOKS FORSTER RUNNING FESTIVAL Forster is without doubt one of Australia's most loved and famous triathlon sporting destinations. We now offer you another reason to get away for a perfect spring weekend and visit our beautiful town in the great lakes. Surrounded by ocean and the stunning Wallis Lakes, you will make your way running over the Forster Tuncurry Bridge along both break walls where all this beauty will form an amazing backdrop to one of the most picturesque run courses you will experience. Events include:Half Marathon,10km run,5km fun run,4km walk and talk,kids 4km, and 2km contact: Peter Camilleri. email: peter@forsterrunningfestival.com.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 15 Sep | ALTRA CENTENNIAL PARK ULTRAMARATHON Centennial Park has a distinctive and special place in Australian history and culture. Officially measured, IAU bronze labelled road race (surface is crushed dirt)on a 3.54km loop. Host event for the AURA National 50km Championships 2013 contact: April Palmerlee. email: apalmerlee@yahoo.com. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 15 Sep | BYRON LIGHTHOUSE RUN A 6.7k walk or a 10k run, with all proceeds going to charity. Now in its 7th year the Byron Lighthouse Run invites you to go on a beautiful 10k run up to the lighthouse, all in aid of a good cause. contact: Brigid. email: byronrun@gmail.com. Visit the website for more details. Click here for an entryform. |
| Sun | 15 Sep | BENDIGO BANK COFFS HARBOUR RUNNING FESTIVAL The Bendigo Bank Coffs Harbour Running Festival is a community event for people of all ages and abilities and consists of a 21.1 km Half Marathon, 10 km Fun Run, 5 km Fun Run and a 3km Family Fun Run/Walk on one of the most spectacular courses in the country. Held on a bush trail on the Coffs Creek walkway, the flat, shady course is ideal for runners. The picturesque track hugs the beautiful Coffs Creek and competitors run over floating boardwalks, through swamp forests of mangrove, casuarina and paperbark trees from the centre of town to the coast and back. The event raises funds for local children's charities including Life Education Australia, Coffs Coast Autism, Camp Quality and the Early Childhood Intervention Program Coffs Harbour. Steve Moneghetti is returning as the event's ambassador and will take part in the half marathon. There are loads of great random prizes contact: Mick Maley. email: info@villagesports.com.au. Visit the website for more details. Click here for an entryform. |
| Sun | 15 Sep | COORANBONG FUN RUN Avondale School is once again hosting their annual Fun Run and Fun Day in 2013. The Fun Run consists of 1km, 3km and a 10km courses that attract all age divisions. The day is also a great family day out with food stalls, helicopter rides, vintage and model car show, equestrian events, childrens rides and much more. A great family day out in a beautiful location. contact: Bill Ward 49770200 . email: bward@avondaleschool.nsw.edu.au. Visit the website for more details. Click here for an entryform. |
| Sun | 29 Sep | SYDNEY ADVENTURE RACE Looking for Adventure? Inspired to try an amazing race style event? Teams of two combine cycling, kayaking and running (or walking), to navigate around a fun course revealed only one hour prior to race start. Teams can be male, female,mixed, parent/child, corporate, schools - as long as you've got two people aged over 8 you're set to go! With advanced options along the way for those after a harder physical challenge, the adventure challenges are created to test your fitness but still be an awesomely fun day out! email: events@iadventure.com.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 29 Sep | SARAH HILT FOUNDATION FUN RUN/WALK A 5 km fun run or walk with electronic timing. Prizes and medals for age categories. Dogs are welcome and there will also be a prize for fastest pet and person as well as fun prizes. contact: sarahhiltfoundation@hotmail.com. Visit the website for more details. |
| Oct 2013 | ||
| Sat | 5 Oct | WESTERN SYDNEY MARATHON The Western Sydney Marathon will be held at the Sydney International Regatta Centre. Online entry will open during May 2013. The event will consist of four different races to cater for all ages and abilities - Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km Lap the Lake and 5km Family Fun Run. All races will benefit from the tranquil atmosphere of the Sydney International Regatta Centre and scenic views of the Lower Blue Mountains and Penrith Lakes. The Western Sydney Marathon will be a fun and festive day out for the whole family, with music, an M.C., food stalls, a health and fitness expo, children’s games and a jumping castle. email: westernsydneymarathon@communities.nsw.gov.au. Visit the website for more details. Click here for an entryform. |
| Sat | 12 Oct | FREEDOM TRAIL RUN 40k/23k/11k/5k trail run on Saturday October 12th inside the beautiful Nightcap National Park in the Byron bay Hinterland. This trail run starts at Rummery park just past Minyon Falls. Rummery park is a camp ground right inside the national park just 40mins from Byron bay, 1.5hrs from the Gold Coast, 3hrs from Brisbane and 3hrs from Coffs harbour. Lush rainforest location. Great trails. This event is run in tandem with our MTB event. contact: Anthony. email: events@summerofcycling.com. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sat | 19 Oct | HUME & HOVELL 50/100 The walking track follows as closely as possible the historic route taken by Explorers Hume & Hovell on their 1824 expedition to Port Phillip Bay. The 100km event starts (6am) at the Henry Angel Trackhead, and finishes at Blowering Dam Power Station near Tumut. The track is a mixture of constructed walking track and fire trails. The highest point is over 1200 metres in elevation, passes scenic Buddong Falls, then the Snowy Hydro Tumut 3 Power Station, near Talbingo and then along the foreshores of Blowering Dam. The 50km event starts (12 noon) at Jounama Dam, joining the Hume & Hovell Walking Track and finishing at Blowering Dam Power Station, near Tumut. The course follows a mixture of single track and fire trails over Gurkeroo Ridge. The Blowering dam foreshore is then followed for some 30kms. contact: Peter Fitzpatrick. email: peterfitz47@bigpond.com. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sat-Sat | 19-26 Oct | 777 - 7 MARATHONS. 7 STATES. 7 DAYS (WA) Join us in supporting Bravehearts Charity on the marathon adventure of a lifetime! Meeting in Perth on Saturday Oct 19th to run our first marathon Sunday morning and finishing in Brisbane on Saturday Oct 26th. Participants are required to fundraise a minimum of $10 000 for the Bravehearts Charity and they run, fly, stay for FREE! If you are only able to join us for 1 run minimum fundraise is $1000 contact: Kate Gazzard. email: kate@centori.com.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 20 Oct | WASHPOOL 50 km trail race(also offering 25 and 9km options)in the Washpool and Gibraltar Range National Parks, east of Glen Innes and west of Grafton in north New South Wales. contact: Greg Waite . email: g_waite@optusnet.com.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 20 Oct | SRI CHINMOY SYDNEY 2013 SERIES RACE 7 - IRON COVE HALF-MARATHON, 7 KM & 4 KM RUNS. Leichhardt Park, end of Glover St, Lilyfield. When a race venue is as good as this, we just have to keep returning! Compare your times from the previous race here in March, or step up to the Half-Marathon distance. Bring family and friends to enjoy a lovely Spring morning by the Bay. Parking at the end of Glover St, Lilyfield. On-the-day registration opens at 6.45 am and closes at 7.55 am, with races starting from 8 am. Did we mention the pancake breakfast? contact: Prachar Stegemann. email: sydney@srichinmoyraces.org. Visit the website for more details. Click here for an entryform. |
| Sat | 26 Oct | RUN Y'ASS OFF - YASS RUNNING FESTIVAL 21km Half Marathon, 14km run, 5km run and 2.5km fun run. Join us on some of the most amazing trails and river runs in Australia. Festival HQ is located at River Bank Park on the banks of the Yass River. Yass is a delightful historic town, 45 minutes drive from Canberra, and just under 3 hours from Sydney. This multi-event festival has something for the whole family, so come Run Y'ass Off! If you are passionate about running and just want to have a ball while doing it, well, now you can Run Y'ass Off! contact: Elite Energy. email: office@eliteenergy.com.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 27 Oct | BURGH2BEACH 2013 8am - Burgh2Beach Charity Walk and Run - Motor Neurone Disease. Helensburgh to Stanwell Park. contact: Nathan Johnston 0405 133 859. email: nathanshoemark@burgh2beach.com.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 27 Oct | 100KM NED KELLY CHASE (VIC) Fully bitumen sealed, generally flat, hopefully fast 100km event from Wangaratta, NE Victoria along the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail to Gapsted. Then along the Snow Road to Milawa before using sealed cycling paths again from Milawa back to the start / finish at Wangaratta. Format is like a time trial with entrants trying to determine a start time that allows them to finish as close as possible to 2pm on the Sunday. Presentation and a buffet dinner (with vegetarian, GF and DF options) will take place from 4pm in Wangaratta. Entry fees have been kept extremely low as this is an event by runners, for runners. 4 x 25km relays, 50km teams and RunNBike (2 people, 1 bike) options also exist. contact: Justin & Sharon Scholz. email: justin@sharonscholz.com. Visit the website for more details. Click here for an entryform. |
| Sun | 27 Oct | MAROUBRA FUN RUN, MARKET & OKTOBERFEST Join us for the 18th annual Maroubra Fun Run, followed by a great day of Markets and Oktoberfest entertainment. Run, walk or wheel either 4km or 8km and help us raise money for our local surf club & Rotary. It's always a great day. Hope to see you there. contact: Gina Hooper. email: gina@sandshotel.com.au. Visit the website for more details. Click here for an entryform. |
| Sun | 27 Oct | TUNGAMAH LIONS CLUB TEN THOUSAND (VIC) The Tungamah Ten Thousand day incorporates foot races over 10km and 5km plus a 3km run for 15 and under and shorter distances for the youngsters. The whole aim of the day is fun, although the 10km event carries good prize money of $500 for each male and female winner, plus the "Crawford Family Sash". There is also good prize money for the other sections. Also there is veterans cycling in the form of graded criteriums, AVCC licence required. There are many heritage based activities plus novelty events. contact: Les Harrison 0357485682 or 0417301797. email: harro@mcmedia.com.au. |
| Nov 2013 | ||
| Sat-Thu | 2 Nov-3 Jan | CARCOAR CUP RUNNING FESTIVAL The Carcoar Cup Running Festival and its beautiful course offers competitors a significant personal challenge, the opportunity to make a contribution to charity and the chance to win some of the considerable amount of prizemoney on offer. Contestants race on an almost equal mixture of bitumen and dirt tracks, with rises and falls of several hundreds of metres in altitude. The weather at that time of year in Carcoar is still beautifully cool, especially in the mornings. With the opportunity to compete in a full marathon or a variety of shorter distance races as well as a short run around town for the kids, there really is something for everyone. contact: Andrew Baulch. email: andrew@carcoarcup.com.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sat-Sun | 2-3 Nov | CARCOAR CUP RUNNING FESTIVAL CARCOAR CUP RUNNING FESTIVAL The Carcoar Cup Running Festival and its beautiful course offers competitors a significant personal challenge, the opportunity to make a contribution to charity and the chance to win some of the considerable amount of prizemoney on offer. Contestants race on an almost equal mixture of bitumen and dirt tracks, with rises and falls of several hundreds of metres in altitude. The weather at that time of year in Carcoar is still beautifully cool, especially in the mornings. With the opportunity to compete in a full marathon or a variety of shorter distance races as well as a short run around town for the kids, there really is something for everyone. contact: Andrew Baulch. email: andrew@carcoarcup.com.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sat | 2 Nov | CLASSIC YASS RUNNING FESTIVAL contact: Tanya Henshaw. email: tanya.henshaw@ato.gov.au. |
| Sat | 9 Nov | GREAT NORTH WALK The Great North Walk is a 250 km walking track that runs along the coastal strip between Sydney and Newcastle in New South Wales. It was opened in the Australian Bicentennial year of 1988 and passes through some of Australia's most outstanding scenery. Both races start at Teralba on Lake Macquarie and head south. The 100km race finishes at Yarramalong in the scenic Yarramalong Valley and the 100 Mile at Patonga on spectacular Broken Bay. Although the route is primarily on foot tracks and fire-trails, it does include some minor back roads. There is more than 6,200 metres (20,000ft) of ascent (and descent) in the 100 Mile and 3,800 metres (12,500ft) of ascent in the 100 Kilometre. contact: Dave Byrnes . email: Dave Byrnes . Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 10 Nov | SRI CHINMOY SYDNEY 2013 SERIES RACE 8 - MIRAMBEENA 16 KM, 8 KM & 2 MILES. Garrison Point, Beatty Reserve, end of Beatty Parade (off Henry Lawson Dr), Mirambeena Regional Reserve, Georges Hall. If you haven't experienced the joys of running at Mirambeena, mark this down as a must do! Starting and finishing from the grassy expanse of Garrison Point, follow cycle paths through native bushland alongside Prospect Creek and around Lake Gillawarna. A few hills keep the effort honest. A run to delight body, heart and soul. Parking in car parks at the end of Beatty Parade. On-the-day registration opens at 6.45 am and closes at 7.55 am, with races starting from 8 am. contact: Prachar Stegemann. email: sydney@srichinmoyraces.org. Visit the website for more details. Click here for an entryform. |
| Sun | 17 Nov | BARE CREEK TRAIL RUN The Bare Creek Trail Run is an exciting annual trail running event held in the beautiful Garigal National Park, Northern Sydney. 6km walk/run : Appropriate for runners, walkers and families (min age 5) 10km : A fabulously fun and challenging course for the 10km runner Both courses include water crossings for extra fun. YouTube Clip link below http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TfXIht9oi8A contact: Kerry Bahlmann. email: bahlmanns@gmail.com. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sat-Sat | 30 Nov-1 Dec | MUD RUN The Mud Run is an obstacle jumping, mud crawling, hill climbing gallop around the world famous Sydney Equestrian Cross Country Course! Follow in the footsteps of Olympians on this insane course that constantly throws up surprises around every corner. You will get wet, you will get muddy, you will occasionally neigh or grunt like a horse but you will definitely earn your sugar cube at the finish. Don't forget to save some energy for the final furlong where you will meet some unexpected surprises..... contact: Min Petkovic. email: info@maxadventure.com.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Dec 2013 | ||
| Sun | 1 Dec | BALMAIN FUN RUN Now in its 5th year, the Balmain Fun Run provides a choice of a 2 kms, 5 kms or 10 kms run/walk around beautiful, traffic free Callan Park. The 2 kms event is restricted to primary school children. Starting and finishing at King George Park next to Iron Cove Bridge, Rozelle. Parking in Manning Street and other local streets. contact: John Dawlings 0422 819 468. email: balmainfunrun@hotmail.com. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 15 Dec | SRI CHINMOY SYDNEY 2013 SERIES RACE 9 - IRON COVE 14 KM, 7 KM & 4 KM RUNS. Leichhardt Park, end of Glover St, Lilyfield. With the Christmas party season upon us, it's as well to reward the body and spirit with what they really love best: an enlivening morning run in uplifting surrounds and the best company! Celebrate the year's achievements in the best possible way. It's nice to win, and achieve personal best times – but the real victory is in turning up and participating. Parking at the end of Glover St, Lilyfield. On-the-day registration opens at 6.45 am and closes at 7.55 am, with races starting from 8 am. contact: Prachar Stegemann. email: sydney@srichinmoyraces.org. Visit the website for more details. Click here for an entryform. |
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