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COASTREK SYDNEY 2024
Organiser: Coastrek
This May join Coastrek, Australia’s most iconic hiking challenge and walk 50km, 30km or the Twilight 20km along Sydney's spectacular Northern Beaches, proudly supporting the Heart Foundation. Experience a stunning coastal route, offering scenic views, wild rocky headlands, beautiful nature trails and the golden sands of Sydney.
Coastrek Sydney 2024
Organiser: Coastrek
TAKE A WALK ON THE WILD SIDE!This May join Coastrek, Australia’s most iconic hiking challenge and walk 50km, 30km or the Twilight 20km along Sydney's spectacular Northern Beaches. Experience this stunning stretch of coastline, offering amazing scenic views, wild rocky headlands, gorgeous trails in nature and the golden sands of Sydney’s world-renowned beaches.Get ready to put your heart into it...
Coastrek Mornington Peninsula 2024
Organiser: Coastrek
Coastrek is Australia’s most iconic hiking challenge and our Mornington Peninsula location is our most popular. Our second ever location, the Mornington Peninsula route journeys along some of the prettiest and most rugged coastal trails in the world. Be a part of our charity fundraiser and fall in love with fitness when you hike 50km, 30km or 20km from Cape Schanck...
2024 Brisbane Kokoda Challenge
Organiser: Kokoda Youth Foundation
The Kokoda Challenge is back in Brisbane for another year of life-changing adventure through the beautiful D'Aguilar National Park! Starting from Brookfield, just 30-minutes from the CBD, teams will tackle 18, 30 or 48km distances, testing their limits and push their own physical and mental endurance. But that’s not all; teams will also raise funds for the Kokoda Youth Foundation, an...
Coastrek Sunshine Coast 2024
Organiser: Coastrek
TAKE A WALK ON THE WILD SIDE!This July join Coastrek, Australia’s most iconic hiking challenge and walk 50km, 30km or the Twilight 20km along Queensland's spectacular Sunshine Coast with its glorious ocean vistas, rocky bays and amazing wildlife. Explore beautiful white sand beaches, picture perfect coastal trails and jaw-dropping views of the sparkling Sunshine Coast.Experience the Sunshine Coast like never...
Coastrek Fleurieu Peninsula 2024
Organiser: Coastrek
TAKE A WALK ON THE WILD SIDE!This September join Coastrek, Australia’s most iconic hiking challenge and walk 35km or 20km along Adelaide's stunning Fleurieu Peninsula, home to some of South Australia's finest coastal, scenic and culinary experiences. Explore beautiful beaches, secret trails through national parks and jaw-dropping views of rugged South Australia.Adventure along the stunning coastline and join thousands of...
Coastrek Margaret River 2024
Organiser: Coastrek
AKE A WALK ON THE WILD SIDE!This October join Coastrek, Australia’s most iconic hiking challenge and walk 35km or 20km along Margaret River's spectacular coastline and the lush forest scenery of the famous Cape to Cape track. From beautiful bays to rugged cliffs, whale-watching and wildflowers, this is our wildest Coastrek yet.Explore the fascinating geology of cliffs, caves, headlands and...
WomenCan Trek Cradle Mountain Tasmania
Organiser: ANZGOG WomenCan
The WomenCan Cradle Mountain Trek from 4 to 7 November 2024 is a four-day 40km adventure fundraising towards vital research for women with gynaecological cancer.You can expect the days to vary from easy exploration walks to day-long hikes over rough terrain. You should be able to walk comfortably for 6–8 hours over consecutive days.Experience the powerful beauty of Cradle Mountain...
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Jeune Park parkrun - Beaudesert - Scenic Rim
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 Jeune Park parkrun
Jeune Park parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other runners, but a 5k timed...
Chaotic Energy Social Walk Walking Group
Walking Speed: Slow 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...
Move Keilor East Leisure Centre Walking Group
Walking Speed: Slow pace
Frequency: Fortnightly
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...
Kids Tennis Classes @ Ardrossan Tennis Club
Hot Shots Tennis: Fun Kids Classes and Tennis Lessons
Hot Shots Tennis is a fun way for children aged 3-10+ years old to play and learn tennis. Each Stage provides the right equipment and court size for kids to play tennis at their ability and interest. Games and activities are designed with our Play to Learn philosophy which recognizes the importance of play, appropriate challenge, and learning new skills.
The benefits of the program go beyond learning tennis to also promote life skills such as building positive...
Kids Tennis Classes @ Tarlee Tennis Club
Hot Shots Tennis: Fun Kids Classes and Tennis Lessons
Hot Shots Tennis is a fun way for children aged 3-10+ years old to play and learn tennis. Each Stage provides the right equipment and court size for kids to play tennis at their ability and interest. Games and activities are designed with our Play to Learn philosophy which recognizes the importance of play, appropriate challenge, and learning new skills.
The benefits of the program go beyond learning tennis to also promote life skills such as building positive friendships, working with others, problem-solving,...
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Hiking in Australia
Hiking events, also known as trail races or endurance hikes, involve completing a course on foot over rugged, natural terrain, typically in a mountainous or wilderness setting. They vary in distance and difficulty, from short, easy hikes to multi-day, backpacking expeditions.
Participating in a hiking event requires proper preparation and training, including physical conditioning and experience with hiking and backpacking. It is important to have the appropriate gear, such as hiking boots, a backpack, and appropriate clothing and camping gear for overnight hikes. It is also important to be aware of the weather conditions, elevation changes and the trail conditions, and to have a good understanding of the trail map, and the route to follow.
As with running events, it is highly recommended to consult a doctor before starting any training program, especially if you have a pre-existing medical condition or have not hiked before.
Many hiking events also serve as fundraisers for charitable organizations, giving participants the opportunity to contribute to a good cause while also challenging themselves physically and mentally.
It is important to note that hiking events can be physically demanding, and hikers should be prepared with the right gear, knowledge, and experience to complete the hike safely, and to be aware of the risks and hazards that can be encountered on the trail.