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Full Moon Ultra
Organiser: Tri-Activ8
The Full Moon Ultra is a unique trail running event and part of the Off The Beaten Track Trail Run Series held near Mackay, Queensland. Event Date: Sunday, 5 October 2025 Runners begin at 6:00 PM, tackling a challenging 6 km loop every hour on the hour. Participants can choose between a 6-lap (36 km) or 12-lap (72 km) ultra...
Captain's Crossing - The Gong
Organiser: Tri-Activ8
Captain’s Crossing – The Gong, held on Sunday, 5 October 2025, is a highlight of the Off The Beaten Track Trail Run Series near Mackay, Queensland. Participants can choose from three challenging distances: 6km, 12km, or 24km, all winding through the scenic Mia Mia State Forest. The course offers a variety of technical terrain, featuring a steep initial climb, fast...
Macedon Trail Runs
Organiser: TrailsPlus
The Macedon Trail Runs on Sunday, 5 October 2025, form part of the prestigious Trailsplus Mountain Trail Series in Victoria. Held at Mount Macedon, one of the highest peaks in the scenic Macedon Ranges located approximately 70 km north-east of Melbourne, this event offers runners a unique opportunity to experience breathtaking mountain trails featuring challenging ascents and descents. The course...
The JLF Trek: VIC
The JLF Trek: VIC takes place on Sunday, 5 October 2025, in Daylesford, Victoria, Australia. This endurance event invites participants to explore the scenic Goldfields Track and Hepburn Springs region, offering distance options of approximately 70km, 32km, or 24km. Designed to challenge you both physically and mentally, the JLF Trek requires a medium to high level of fitness. With proper...
Barossa Run
Organiser: GoodRunnings
The GoodRunnings Barossa Run takes place on Sunday, 5 October 2025, in Lyndoch, South Australia, along the scenic Lyndoch section of the Barossa Walking Trail, also known as the Jack Bobridge Trail. This event features an ‘out and back, looped’ course with each loop measuring 21.1km. The route begins in Lyndoch, follows the Barossa Walking Trail to St Hallett Winery,...
Devonport Triathlon Festival
Organiser: Atlas Events
The Devonport Triathlon Festival, held from 13 to 15 March 2026 at Mersey Bluff, Devonport, Tasmania, is one of Australia's longest-standing and most prestigious triathlon events, first established in 1985. Since its inception, the festival has grown into a prominent fixture on the Australian sporting calendar, attracting elite athletes, para-triathletes, and age group competitors from around the world. The 2026...
Coombabah Trail Run
The Coombabah Trail Run returns on Sunday, 5 October 2025, offering two scenic distances of 4.8 km and 11.2 km through the beautiful Coombabah Lakes Conservation Area on the Gold Coast, Queensland. Both routes follow a single loop within the reserve, providing a unique trail experience surrounded by natural landscapes. The race starts and finishes at the main entrance of...
Coastal Pathway Ultra
Organiser: Everyday Lions Events
The Coastal Pathway Ultra is an exciting new running event debuting on the North West Coast of Tasmania on Sunday, 5 October 2025. The centerpiece is a challenging 64km ultramarathon along the scenic Coastal Pathway track, taking participants on an out-and-back route from Latrobe to Ulverstone and back. This ultramarathon can be completed solo or as part of a relay...
BTC Duathlon Series 2025 - Race 3
Organiser: Bunbury Tri Club
The BTC Duathlon Series 2025 – Race 3, hosted by Bunbury Tri Club, takes place on Sunday, 5 October 2025 at the scenic Karrargup Nature Reserve in Leschenault, WA. This event marks the final race in a three-part duathlon series, with all races held at this picturesque location. The competition offers three race distances, each featuring a run-bike-run format. The...
Brisbane Road Runners Race: 5K, 10K, 15K & 20K
The Brisbane Road Runners Club invites you to participate in their race on Sunday, 5 October 2025, featuring 5 km, 10 km, 15 km, and 20 km distances. This event is part of a regular series held every second Sunday throughout the year, offering distances suitable for all fitness levels and abilities. Races start and finish at the South Brisbane...
Athletics Victoria XCR 8: St Anne's Ekiden Relay
Organiser: Athletics Victoria
The Athletics Victoria XCR Ekiden Relay at St Anne's Winery in Myrniong is a premier team relay event featuring six distinct legs, each varying in distance from 4.2 km to 8.6 km and identified by different colors. Located about an hour west of Melbourne's CBD, the scenic venue offers participants a unique opportunity to compete in a challenging relay race...
Mountain bike skills for adults (intermediate) - Free Event
Organiser: Cycling Brisbane
Sunday, October 5, 2025, 9:30 – 11am For riders that can ride single trail but needs help with their basic skills, cornering and obstacles.Presented as part of Council's Cycling Brisbane program. Venue: Gap Creek Reserve Picnic Area Venue address: Gap Creek Reserve Picnic Area, Gap Creek Road, Mt Coot-tha Venue type: Park Parent event: Cycling Brisbane Primary event type: Active and healthy Event type: Fitness & well-being, Free,...
Mountain bike skills for adults (beginner) - Free Event
Organiser: Cycling Brisbane
Sunday, October 5, 2025, 9:30 – 11am For riders that want to work on basic skill, have been off-road once or twice or want to get into mountain biking.Presented as part of Council's Cycling Brisbane program. Venue: Gap Creek Reserve Picnic Area Venue address: Gap Creek Reserve Picnic Area, Gap Creek Road, Mt Coot-tha Venue type: Park Parent event: Cycling Brisbane Primary event type: Active and healthy...
Mountain bike skills for adults (advanced - drops and jumps) - Free Event
Organiser: Cycling Brisbane
Sunday, October 5, 2025, 11:15am – 12:15pm For high intermediate to advanced riders that ride mountain bike single trail regularly and want to improve their jumping skills. Presented as part of Council's Cycling Brisbane program. Venue: Gap Creek Reserve Picnic Area Venue address: Gap Creek Reserve Picnic Area, Gap Creek Road, Mt Coot-tha Venue type: Park Parent event: Cycling Brisbane Primary event type: Active and healthy Event type: Fitness...
Sri Chinmoy 10km & 4km Fun Run
Organiser: Sri Chinmoy Canberra
The Sri Chinmoy 10km & 4km Fun Run is a bi-annual lakeside running and walking event held in Canberra, with the next race scheduled for Monday, 6 October 2025 at Acton Park, Canberra, ACT. Since 1984, the Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team has organised these popular 10km and 4km Fun Runs along the scenic, signposted Sri Chinmoy Recreational Running Course. The...
Sri Chinmoy Brisbane - King's Birthday Run
Organiser: Sri Chinmoy Brisbane
Sri Chinmoy Brisbane - King's Birthday Run Date: Monday, 6 October 2025 Location: Bayside Park, Manly, Brisbane, QLD, Australia Important Notice: The event scheduled for 6 October 2025 has been cancelled. Experience the scenic and fast courses along the Wynnum foreshore bike paths, extending into Elanora Park. The run offers four distance options to suit all participants: Kids 2.5km: A...
Mt Ainslie Run Up & Power Walk
The Mt Ainslie Run Up & Power Walk takes place on Tuesday, 7 October 2025 at Remembrance Park, Canberra, ACT. This free event, organised by the Australian Mountain Running Association, is part of a regular monthly series held on the first Tuesday of every month. Participants can choose to run or power walk a challenging 2.2 km course that ascends...
Corporate Cup Adelaide CBD: Round 6
The Corporate Cup Adelaide CBD: Round 6 takes place on Wednesday, 8 October 2025 at Karrawirra Park, Adelaide, SA. This event is part of the renowned Corporate Cup Series, offering participants the choice of a 2.2km, 4.5km, or 7.2km run/walk. It welcomes both individual competitors and teams of 5 to 7 members. Designed to promote health, wellbeing, and team spirit...
The Science of Self-Realization & Liberation (Biyome)
Organiser: BIYOME by Celia Roberts
Liberation, in many spiritual traditions, means freedom from physical, mental, and spiritual limitations, often described as breaking free from the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth (samsara). This workshop explores how self-realisation and liberation can be achieved through meditation, mindfulness, and higher spiritual practices.Drawing from Dr. Lisa Miller’s research in The Awakened Brain, participants will learn about five shared traits...
Swimrun Australia: Sydney North
Swimrun Australia’s Sydney North event returns on 11 October 2025, featuring a stunning harbour course from Clontarf Reserve to Manly Beach in the heart of Sydney’s Northern Beaches. This dynamic adventure race combines multiple trail running and open-water swimming segments into one continuous course without transitions or gear changes. Participants run in their swimwear and swim with their shoes on,...
Max Adventure Race Series: Blue Mountains
Organiser: Maximum Adventure
The Max Adventure Race Series in the Blue Mountains, NSW, on Saturday, 11 October 2025, offers an exciting introduction to the dynamic sport of adventure racing. Teams of two will compete in fast-paced, non-stop races that combine three core disciplines—mountain biking, trail running, and kayaking—requiring participants to switch between them multiple times. The event duration ranges from two to six...
Kilometres 4 Kids
Join us on Saturday, 11 October 2025 in Bowen Hills, QLD for Kilometres 4 Kids (K4K), an annual fundraising event supporting Mimi's House in Brisbane. Choose to run or walk one of three distances: 21km, 10km, or 5km. This event is perfect for participants of all ages and fitness levels—bring your family and friends for an enjoyable day outdoors. Mimi's...
Spartan Woodfordia Trifecta Weekend
Organiser: Spartan Australia, NZ and Fiji
The Spartan Trifecta Weekend is coming to Woodfordia, QLD from 10 to 12 October 2025.Spartan is the global leader in obstacle course racing (OCR). This event includes 5km, 15km and 21km races as well as a Kid's race. There is also a 4hr Hurricane Heat endurance event to test your physical and mental toughness.Entrants will be challenged with hill climbs...
Learn to maintain your bike for women (basic) - Free Event
Organiser: Cycling Brisbane
Saturday, October 11, 2025, 7:30 – 9:30am This popular course will teach you how to change a tyre and keep your bike rolling with basic maintenance tips that will save you money. Come with or without your bike. Presented as part of Council's Cycling Brisbane program. Venue: Bill Brown Sports Reserve (includes Hidden World Playground), Fitzgibbon Venue address: Bill Brown Sports Reserve, 411 Roghan Road,...
Learn to maintain your bike for women (intermediate) - Free Event
Organiser: Cycling Brisbane
Saturday, October 11, 2025, 9:30 – 11:30am This workshop is for people who already know the basics, and want to go the next step in looking after their own bike. The workshop will cover tasks such as replacing brake blocks, tightening cables and adjusting gears.Note: If you don't already know the basics of bike maintenance, please book into one of our basic...
Total Recon Adventure Race
Organiser: MMI events
The Total Recon Adventure Race, held from 1 to 2 November 2025 at the Fleurieu Peninsula, Victor Harbor, South Australia, is a premier team-based endurance challenge. Teams of two or four navigate, trek, run, mountain bike, and kayak through one of South Australia's most scenic adventure playgrounds using map and compass skills. Participants can choose from multiple course options: a...
The Amazons Australia
The Amazons Australia, taking place from 4 to 10 July 2026 in Mission Beach, Cassowary Coast, Queensland, is the Adventure Racing World Series' premier all-women’s stage adventure race. Set in the stunning tropical landscapes of North Queensland, this challenging event features teams of two women competing across multiple disciplines, including trekking, mountain biking, paddling, navigation, and surprise mystery challenges designed...
The Amazons Australia
The Amazons Australia returns for its second edition from 4 to 10 July 2026 as an Adventure Racing World Series all-women’s stage race held in the stunning Cassowary Coast region of Tropical North Queensland. Teams of two women will undertake a demanding 3-day adventure race, combining trekking, navigation, mountain biking, paddling, and surprise challenges designed to test endurance, teamwork, and...
Sutherland 10 Miler
Organiser: Sutherland District Athletics Club
The Sutherland 10 Miler, hosted by the Sutherland District Athletics Club (SDAC), will take place on Sunday, 12 October 2025 at the iconic Lady Carrington Drive in Audley, Royal National Park, NSW. Runners will experience a scenic and challenging 10-mile course through the heart of the park, offering both a rewarding and picturesque route. In addition to the main 10-mile...
Run Ratalang
Run Ratalang is a 12-hour overnight endurance trail race held from 31 January to 1 February 2026 in Port Elliot, South Australia. The event features solo and team formats, with participants running multiple laps of a scenic 5.275 km loop along the Ratalang/Basham Beach coastal trail. The course follows a smooth, mostly flat trail heading west from the start line...
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Badminton Social - Clayton South - Intermediate+ Weekdays (everyday) 4pm to 5pm [$10] Weekends 3pm-5pm [$15]
Venue: Pro Fit Badminton, Whiteside Road, Clayton South VIC, Australia
Time: Weekdays (everyday) 4pm to 5pm [$10] Weekends 3pm-5pm [$15]
Cost: $10 per hour or $15 for two hours (only weekends)
Shuttles: Included
Not more than 6 ppl per court
RSVP only, No Walk-ins
Red Hill Rail Trail parkrun - Red Hill South - Mornington Peninsula Shire
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
About Red Hill Rail Trail parkrun
Red Hill Rail Trail parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against...
Darwin City Business District Heart Foundation Walk
Walking Speed: Medium pace
Frequency: Weekly
Dog Friendly: Yes
Pram Friendly: Yes
When you have found a Heart Foundation Walking group that suits you best, click through to the website to learn more and complete the registration form. You can contact the Walk Organiser of your chosen group with any questions regarding the group.
Please Note:
The image provided is a generic image and not an actual representation of the group. Some information such as age group and gender of group may not be accurate. We recommend contacting the organiser if you...
Chevron Renaissance Walking Group
Walking Speed: Medium pace
Frequency: Weekly
Dog Friendly: Yes
Pram Friendly: Yes
When you have found a Heart Foundation Walking group that suits you best, click through to the website to learn more and complete the registration form. You can contact the Walk Organiser of your chosen group with any questions regarding the group.
Please Note:
The image provided is a generic image and not an actual representation of the group. Some information such as age group and gender of group may not be accurate. We recommend contacting the organiser if...
Campus Walkers
Walking Speed: Medium pace
Frequency: Weekly
Dog Friendly: No
Pram Friendly: No
When you have found a Heart Foundation Walking group that suits you best, click through to the website to learn more and complete the registration form. You can contact the Walk Organiser of your chosen group with any questions regarding the group.
Please Note:
The image provided is a generic image and not an actual representation of the group. Some information such as age group and gender of group may not be accurate. We recommend contacting the organiser if...
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Events in Australia
Social events like marathons, family events, fun runs, and triathlons can bring people together, promote healthy living, and serve as a way to give back to the community.
Marathons, for example, often attract thousands of participants and can have a significant economic impact on the host city or town. They can also raise awareness and funds for charitable causes. Additionally, marathons can promote healthy living and serve as a goal for people to work towards in terms of physical fitness.
Family events can bring communities together and provide a sense of belonging and connection for families and children. They can also serve as a way to showcase local businesses.
Fun runs can be a way to raise funds for charities and non-profit organizations. They can also provide an accessible and low-pressure way for people to participate in physical activity.
Triathlons can be a great way to challenge oneself both physically and mentally and also promote healthy living. They also can be a social event as people come together to compete and support each other.