The article below was taken from The Advertiser Wollongong on Wednesday March 14th 2012.
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On the weekend of 3rd/4th March 2012, the Annual MS 24hr Mega Swim in Wollongong took place. It rained for the most part of the event, but that did not stop the 18 teams from completing their 24hr swim.

Photos for the event are available at: http://edwinkwan.com/events/2012-ms-24hr-mega-swim-in-wollongong/

When: 14 – 15 April 2012

http://runningfestival.com.au

More than 4,000 entrants took part in the inaugural Australian Running Festival, with 2012 set to be even bigger.

Don’t miss this spectacular course, incorporating The Canberra Times Canberra Marathon along with a Half Marathon and fun runs, the Australian Running Festival offers an event for all abilities, from serious runners to joggers, pushers and walkers.

The following runs will be held in the Nation’s Capital this April:

• Saturday, April 14, 2012 – 5km and 10km fun runs
• Sunday, April 15, 2012 – Half Marathon, Marathon and Ultra Marathon

When: 20th May 2012

http://www.smhhalfmarathon.com.au

Be part of Australia’s largest and most prestigious half marathon on Sunday, May 20; The Sydney Morning Herald Half Marathon presented by Colonial First State.

Take on the newly introduced one lap course, which will be improved from start to finish for 2012 with City2Surf style wave starts incorporated to spread out the field.

The new course has retained the best elements of the old two lap course while highlighting other great areas of Sydney, like harbourside icons the Opera House, Harbour Bridge and Pyrmont Peninsula.

The event raises much needed funds for more than 600 charities, including Breast Cancer Network Australia.

Wollongong 24 Hour Mega Swim

The Wollongong 24 Hour Mega Swim raises money for MS Australia’s Go For Gold scholarship program. This year we aim to fundraise $40,000 through team sponsorships and donations

Where: University of Wollongong Recreation & Aquatic Centre – Building 13, Northfields Ave, Wollongong NSW 2522

When: 12pm Saturday 3rd – 12pm Sunday 4th March 2012

Find out more at http://www.megaswim.com/enter-wollongong.asp

What: Sydney Morning Herald Sun Run

When: Saturday, February 4, 2012

Where: From Dee Why to Manly

http://www.sunrun.com.au/

After the success of the inaugural event we’re pleased to bring back The Sydney Morning Herald Sun Run. The fun run is held the day before the Cole Classic, on Saturday, February 4, 2012.

The spectacular course (approx 6.5km) from Dee Why to Manly showcases the best of the Northern Beaches. Starting at The Strand in Dee Why and finishing on the Steyne in Manly, with all finishers receiving a commemorative medal.

Runners, joggers and walkers are all encouraged to take up the challenge of the 2nd annual Sun Run.

The event also aims to raise much needed funds for more than 600 charities, including the Dee Why Surf Life Saving Club.

What: Coles Classic Swim

When: Sunday, February 5, 2012

Where: Manly Beach

http://www.coleclassic.com.au/

ENTRIES NOW OPEN

Dive into Australia’s largest ocean swim and secure your spot for Sunday, February 5, 2012.

Take up the challenge and join thousands of swimmers as they gather at Manly to compete in the 29th annual Sydney Morning Herald Cole Classic.

Both the 1km and 2km swims will start from Shelly and finish at Manly Beach (subject to conditions) with all finishers receiving a commemorative medal and category winners and place getters awarded the famous Cole plates.

The event also aims to raise much needed funds for more than 600 charities, including the Manly Life Saving Club.

What: Convict 100 MTB Classic

When: 5th May 2012

Where: St Albans Region ~ 105km North West of Sydney

http://www.maxadventure.com.au/convict100/

The Convict 100, one of Australia’s premier 100km marathon events will return on the 5th May 2012 for another “century of dirt”. For the first time in the event history, the Convict 100 will be staged on a Saturday giving all riders and supporters an opportunity to “properly” enjoy the St. Albans hospitality after the race.

Hot showers and live music will be available on Saturday night and if you don’t have any accommodation, just book a two man tent in the Real Insurance race village for $10. Entries for the Convict 100 open on the 1st December @ 9am and with numbers capped at 750 in the 100km event, you will have to be fast.

The Convict 100 is regarded as one of Australia’s most challenging mountain bike endurance races, consistently inspiring all entrants to push their personal boundaries.

Now in its seventh year, the course follows the historic Convict Trail through the Dharug and Yengo National Parks. The mix of fast fire trail, technical single track, rocky descents, and spectacular ridgeline views is unmatched by any other MTB event. The Convict 100 starts and finishes in the historic township of St. Albans and competitors can choose between the full “Century of Dirt” and the 50km course.

What: Kathmandu Central Coast Adventure Series

When: 4th or 5th February 2012

Where: Central Coast NSW

http://www.maxadventure.com.au/adventureseries/entry.html

The Kathmandu Adventure Series moves to the Central Coast to kick off the New Year. With a great combination of Coasteering, lake paddling, single track and bush running, this event has something for everyone and is guaranteed to leave you grinning from ear to ear.

The event is being duplicated over two days to increase the capacity of the event.

Don’t miss out on this stunning event

What: Aquathon

When: Thursday 26th January 2012

Where: Wollongong Harbour

http://www.aquathon.com.au/

Australia Day morning means one thing at Wollongong and that’s ‘splash n dash’ time…

Do it on your own, or tag team, and take on the Australia day healthy fun challenge.

Attracting near 2000 participants across the three safe and fun distances, the Australia Day Aquathon has become a ‘Australia Day tradition’ for the hundreds of individuals to families that take part each year.

It’s a simple as a ‘splash’ – swim, a ‘dash’ run, and loads of fun.

Events

• Kidz Aquafun – 200m swim + 2km run
• Short Aqua – 400m swim + 3km rum
• Long Aqua – 900m swim + 7km run