Townsville Riverside Garden Paths Run
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Description
Organiser: Townsville Road Runners
The Townsville Road Runners present the Riverside Garden Paths Run on Saturday, 20 September 2025. Participants can choose between two scenic distances: 7.5 km and 4.7 km.
Both courses start and finish at Pioneer Park, located within the Riverway Amphitheatre in Thuringowa, Queensland. This event offers a great opportunity to enjoy a well-organized run along picturesque riverside paths.
Distances:
Short: 4.7K
Long: 7.5K
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