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Canberra Marathon 2012

Posted on Feb 29, 2012 in Events, Running

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.

Sydney Morning Herald Half Marathon 2012

Posted on Feb 29, 2012 in Events, Running

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.

My First Adventure Race – Cams Wharf 2012

Posted on Feb 10, 2012 in Adventure Race, Featured, Videos

On Feb 4th 2012, Team Misdirected took part in their first Adventure Race, the Kathmandu Adventure Race at Cams Wharf. Read their story and watch the video!

2012 Sun Run – Sydney’s New Summer Fun Run

Posted on Nov 30, 2011 in Events, Running

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.

Feb 2012 – Kathmandu Central Coast Adventure Series

Posted on Nov 30, 2011 in Events, Running

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.

2012 Australia Day Aquathon

Posted on Nov 30, 2011 in Events, Running, Wollongong

Australia Day morning means one thing at Wollongong and that's 'splash n dash' time... Signup for the 2012 Wollongong Australia Day Aquathon.

Move For Mark

Posted on Sep 30, 2011 in Events, Running, Wollongong

Mark Scott well known local athlete was involved in a very serious accident whilst training on Saturday the 18th of June. We are hoping that the motivation and determination that makes him a great athlete and coach will shine through and help him to recover. On November 13th 2011 there will be a special event at Stuart Park, North Wollongong to help support & raise funds to assist with marks care.

Fitzroy Falls Marathon 2011

Posted on Sep 26, 2011 in Events, Running

If you're a runner looking for a challenge, then the Fitzroy Falls marathon is for you. This is because this event is difficult. To date, only 10 males have bettered 3 hours in the years the race has been running; and only 6 females have bettered 3hrs and 30minutes.

Ultramarathon Mishap in Western Australia

Posted on Sep 6, 2011 in News, Running

Last a weekend, there was a mishap in a 100km ultramarathon event in Western Australia's Kimberley region. Two women, who were participating in the ultramarathon suffered burns to 80% of their body. One of them, Turia Pitt, is from Ulladulla on the NSW south coast.

Rebel Sport Run4Fun – Nov 6 2011

Posted on Aug 31, 2011 in Events, Running

Don’t miss the third annual Rebel Sport Run4Fun presented by The Sun-Herald, on Sunday November 6 at Sydney Olympic Park. The 10km course is designed to suit everyone from beginners to experienced runners with a spectacular finish inside the stadium. Supporting the leading children’s hospitals in NSW, entrants are encouraged to raise vital funds to help sick children across the state.