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ASICS Runaway Noosa Marathon
Organiser: IRONMAN
The ASICS Runaway Noosa Marathon on Saturday, 23 May 2026, features a unique multi-lap course that starts and finishes in the vibrant heart of Noosa Heads, Queensland. Runners can choose from four race distances: the full marathon, half marathon, 10km run, and 5km fun run/walk, catering to all levels from beginners to seasoned athletes. Set against the stunning backdrop of...
Magnetic Island Two Bays Trail Run
Organiser: Outer Limits Adventure Fitness
The Magnetic Island Two Bays Trail Run on Saturday, 23 May 2026 is a scenic trail running event that takes participants across Magnetic Island, Queensland, from Nelly Bay to Arcadia Bay. Convenient ferry services from Townsville offer timings that ensure runners arrive punctually at the start line near the ferry terminal at Magnetic Island State School in Nelly Bay. The...
Bayside Run Festival
The Bayside Run Festival on Sunday, 24 May 2026, is Sydney’s premier community running event, showcasing one of Australia’s most scenic coastal routes. This festival offers a range of race distances to suit all levels, including a 63km Ultra, 42.2km Marathon, 21.1km Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, and a 2km Dash. All races take place along the picturesque foreshore, passing through...
Woodlands Trail Run
Organiser: TrailsPlus
The Woodlands Trail Run takes place on Sunday, 24 May 2026, within the beautiful Woodlands Historic Park in Greenvale, Victoria. This unique event is set on the grounds of Living Legends, a sanctuary dedicated to retired champion racehorses. Participants can enjoy running scenic trails that wind through peaceful woodlands beneath the international flight path, offering occasional glimpses of planes landing...
Trails and Tails Port Macquarie
Organiser: Coastal Track and Trail Runners
Join the Trails and Tails event on Sunday, 24 May 2026, a dog-friendly trail run set in the scenic Cairncross State Forest near Port Macquarie on NSW’s Mid North Coast. Choose from four distances to suit your fitness and experience level: 21km (3 laps), 14km (2 laps), 7km (1 lap), or a beginner-friendly 4km course. The 7km loop features approximately...
The Great Train Race
Organiser: Everyday Lions Events
The Great Train Race takes place on Sunday, 24 May 2026, in Devonport, Tasmania, offering a unique and exciting event for participants of all ages and abilities. Choose from multiple distances ranging from a 400m kids’ race to a challenging 7km course, ensuring there is something for everyone. Participants race alongside the historic Don River Railway steam train, starting at...
South Bremer Trails
Organiser: MMI events
Join us on Sunday, 24 May 2026, for the South Bremer Trails, a scenic trail running event set in the pristine Langhorne Creek Wine Region of South Australia. Choose from three challenging distances: a Half Marathon (21.1 km), 15 km, and 8 km, all featuring varied terrain across dirt roads and sandy tracks. For younger participants, the Kids' Dash offers...
SMC Road Race 9
The SMC Road Race Series, organised monthly by the Sydney Marathon Clinic from September to May, presents its next event on Sunday, 24 May 2026. This professionally timed road race offers three distance options: 5km, 10km, and Half Marathon (21.1km). The start and finish lines are located at Long Street Park, Smithfield, Sydney, NSW. Participation is open to all runners;...
Salisbury.RUN
Join us on Sunday, 24 May 2026, for Salisbury.RUN, a popular and family-friendly running festival set in the picturesque Carisbrooke Park Reserve, Salisbury, South Australia. Experience scenic routes featuring tree-lined tracks, trails, and creek beds as you choose from four distances: the challenging half marathon (21.1 km), the 10 km, the 5 km, or the 2 km fun run. Participate...
HBF Run for a Reason
The HBF Run for a Reason returns on Sunday, 24 May 2026, in the vibrant heart of Perth, Western Australia. Participants can choose from three distances: 3km, 12km, and a Half Marathon (21km), each offering a unique and engaging running or walking experience. All courses commence at the corner of Hay Street and William Street, right in Perth’s central business...
Southern Rail Trail Running Festival
Organiser: Elite Energy Event Management
The inaugural Southern Rail Trail Running Festival will take place on Saturday, 30 May 2026, set in the picturesque South Gippsland Region, Victoria, Australia. Runners will traverse the scenic Great Southern Rail Trail, winding through lush forests, rolling farmland, and quaint towns, all framed by stunning views of Wilsons Promontory. The festival offers a variety of distances to suit every...
Max Adventure Race: Sydney
Organiser: Maximum Adventure
The Max Adventure Race: Sydney, held at Royal National Park, NSW, on 30 May 2026, offers an exciting introduction to the dynamic sport of adventure racing. Teams of two will compete in a fast-paced, multi-discipline race that challenges participants to transition seamlessly between mountain biking, trail running, and kayaking multiple times throughout the event. This continuous race lasts between 2...
Run McLaren Vale
Organiser: Great Southern Runs
Run McLaren Vale on Sunday 31 May 2026 is a scenic road run through McLaren Vale’s vineyards with panoramic views of the Southern Mount Lofty Ranges and the Fleurieu Coast. Racenet events are centred in McLaren Vale township and offer a Half Marathon, 10 km and 5 km course that follow smooth, sealed roads winding among the vines and winery...
Memory Walk & Jog: Newcastle
Memory Walk & Jog: Newcastle Date: Sunday, 31 May 2026 Location: Griffith Park, Newcastle, NSW, Australia Join us for Memory Walk & Jog: Newcastle—a vibrant, family-friendly event at Griffith Park on Sunday, 31 May 2026. Whether you walk or run, you’ll be part of a community united in the fight against dementia, all while enjoying a morning of fitness and...
TreX Sunshine Coast
Organiser: In2Adventure
The TreX Sunshine Coast MultiSport Festival returns on Sunday, 31 May 2026, hosted at the scenic Ewen Maddock Dam in Landsborough, Queensland. This premier off-road event features challenging Cross Triathlon, Cross Duathlon, and AquaBike races set against the lush backdrop of the Sunshine Coast hinterland. Participants will swim in the protected waters of Ewen Maddock Dam before tackling fast-flowing single-track...
McLaren Vale Marathon
Organiser: Great Southern Runs
The McLaren Vale Marathon takes place on Sunday, 31 May 2026, offering a scenic run through the vineyards set against the stunning Southern Mount Lofty Ranges. Located in the heart of McLaren Vale, South Australia, the event features four certified distances—all run entirely on sealed roads—providing runners with spectacular views of the Mount Lofty Ranges and the Fleurieu Coast. Race...
Lindfield Fun Run
The annual Lindfield Fun Run will take place on Sunday, 31 May 2026 in Roseville, Sydney, NSW. This popular community event, organised by the Rotary Club of Ku-ring-gai, offers a range of distances to suit all participants, including a 10km run, a 5km run/walk, and a 2km run/walk. The 5km course is officially measured and certified, while the 10km run...
Launceston Running Festival
Organiser: Epic Events Management
The McGrath Launceston Running Festival is one of Tasmania’s premier running events, returning on Sunday, 31 May 2026. This festival offers a variety of distances to suit all ages and abilities, including a fast, flat road Half Marathon, 10 km run, as well as 5 km and 1-mile run/walk options. Race headquarters are located at Riverbend Park and the Peppers...
Griffith Sport Logan Fun Run
Organiser: Griffith University Sport
Join us on Sunday, 31 May 2026, for the Griffith Sport Logan Fun Run at Griffith University Logan in Meadowbrook, QLD. Experience the excitement of the returning Colour Fun Run alongside the classic 5km and 10km runs. Both the 5km and 10km routes showcase the most picturesque areas of Griffith University Logan and Riverdale Park, ideal for runners and walkers...
Mt Ainslie Run Up & Power Walk
The Mt Ainslie Run Up & Power Walk in Canberra takes place on Tuesday, 2 June 2026, starting from Remembrance Park in Campbell, behind the Australian War Memorial. This event features a challenging 2.2 km course with an elevation gain of 240 meters, offering participants the opportunity to run or power walk up Mt Ainslie. Organised by the Australian Mountain...
Coffs Backyard Ultra
Organiser: Coffs Trail Runners
The Coffs Backyard Ultra on Saturday, 6 June 2026 invites runners of all levels—from first-timers to seasoned ultra athletes—to test their endurance and mental toughness. Participants must complete a 6.706 km lap every hour, on the hour, continuing until only one runner remains. The course follows the picturesque Coffs Creek Walkway, featuring approximately 82% shaded gravel paths, 10% boardwalk, and...
Wollongong Running Festival
The Wollongong Running Festival, the largest running event in Wollongong, takes place annually on the first Sunday of June, with the next edition scheduled for Sunday, 7 June 2026. Participants can choose from four distances: a scenic Half Marathon featuring a two-loop course, a 10km run showcasing Wollongong’s highlights, a 5km run, or a 2km Kids Fun Run. All races...
Run Fest South West Rocks
The Run Fest South West Rocks takes place on Sunday, 7 June 2026, offering a range of race distances including Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, 3km, and a dedicated Kids' race. All races start and finish at Trial Bay, with courses showcasing the breathtaking scenery of the South West Rocks Foreshore area. The Marathon and Half Marathon commence simultaneously, with...
Rosebud Running Festival
Organiser: Event People
The Rosebud Running Festival returns to the Mornington Peninsula on Sunday, 7 June 2026, featuring a Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, and a Kids' 1km run. Runners will enjoy scenic courses along the foreshore Bay Trail, with stunning views of Port Phillip Bay as their backdrop. The 5km and 10km events follow out-and-back routes between Rosebud and McCrae. Half Marathon...
Pub to Pelican Marathon
Join the Pub to Pelican Marathon on Sunday, 7 June 2026, for a spectacular race along Victoria’s scenic High Country Rail Trail, spanning from Koetong to Tallangatta. Choose from multiple race distances to suit all levels: a full 42km marathon, a 21.1km half marathon, a 10km run, or a family-friendly 3km event. The marathon begins at the historic Koetong Hotel,...
Mildura Riverfront Marathon Festival
The Mildura Riverfront Marathon Festival returns on Sunday, 7 June 2026 in Mildura, Victoria, featuring a scenic course along the banks of the mighty River Murray. This inclusive event offers distances for all ages and abilities, including a Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, and a 2km Kids' Dash designed for children under 12 years. In addition, there is a dedicated...
Maitland River Run
Organiser: H Events
Experience the scenic Maitland River Run on Sunday, 7 June 2026, featuring a picturesque 4km course along the Hunter River Foreshore behind the Maitland Levee precinct. The race begins and ends at the state-of-the-art Maitland Regional Athletics Centre, offering a safe and welcoming environment for all participants. Participants can choose to run or walk distances of 4km (1 lap), 8km...
Mackay Marina Run
Organiser: Mackay Road Runners
The BMA Mackay Marina Run, held on Sunday, 7 June 2026, offers a variety of race distances including a Half Marathon (21.1km), 10km and 5km fun runs, and a 3km Kids Dash designed for young runners. Taking place annually on the first Sunday in June, the event features a scenic, flat, and fast course that starts at the Mackay Marina...
Brisbane Marathon Festival
Organiser: Atlas Events
The Eva Air Brisbane Marathon Festival on Sunday, 7 June 2026, offers a variety of race distances including a full marathon, half marathon, 10km run, 5km run, and a 2km kids’ fun run. The marathon features a scenic two-lap course showcasing Brisbane’s highlights such as the City Centre, the full closure of the Story Bridge, Kangaroo Point Cliffs, and New...
Charity Fun Run
Organiser: IRONMAN
The 5km Charity Fun Run on Friday, 12 June 2026 is a vibrant community event held as part of the IRONMAN Cairns weekend. Taking place on the Friday morning of race week at Esplanade Lagoon, Cairns, QLD, Australia, this fun run offers a perfect blend of light exercise and festive atmosphere. Participants will enjoy a scenic 5km route along the...
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The Man Walk - Brighton - 7:00 am, Friday
Location: Meet at Green Point Cenotaph, Brighton VIC, a scenic spot near the Bay Trail with stunning views of Port Phillip Bay and the Melbourne skyline.[1][3]
What to expect: A judgement-free environment to walk, talk, and support fellow men in a healthy, regular routine—no pressure, just positive camaraderie.[2]
About The Man Walk: This national initiative promotes men's mental health through community walks, backed by partners like Toll Group and NSW Government funding.[2]
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Centennial Park 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.
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Doreen Run Club
Walk, jog, run or just stand and cheer... whatever you feel like you can do, everyone is welcome to join us :)
Date: Every Friday
Time: 5:30pm-6:30pm (ideal arrival 10-mins prior)
Location: Laurimar Primary School outdoor courts - meet under the sheltered area
Cost: FREE! Optional $10 Hydration Electrolyte shot and High-Protein Iced Choc available (see below)
What will the session look like?
5:20pm - Sign-in + Hydrate
5:30pm - Welcome + Warm-Up
5:45pm - Guided Run, Jog, Walk on the outdoor courts,...
CENTRAL COAST VOLLEYBALL CLUB
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Juniors programs for young athletes building foundational skills and confidence.Adult divisions for continued play and fitness.Social and recreational sessions ideal for fun, casual enjoyment.High-performance training for competitive athletes aiming to excel.Competitive teams participating in tournaments and leagues.Structured training sessions focused on technique, strategy, and growth.Whether you're starting out or pursuing elite levels, join our community to...
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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.