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Pasifika Festival Charity Walk
Join us on Saturday, 6 December 2025, at Banjo Paterson Park in Lynbrook, Melbourne for the Pasifika Festival Charity Walk. Participants can select from a scenic 1km walk or a more challenging 5km circuit along the Maribyrnong River. As part of the Melbourne Pasifika Festival, this event celebrates Polynesian culture through vibrant traditional food stalls, arts and crafts, children’s activities,...
Ballarat Christmas Fun Run
Organiser: Ballarat Run Club
The Ballarat Christmas Fun Run is a relaxed community running event designed to give people a chance to connect, have some fun (Christmas-related dress-ups encouraged!), support two great causes and be active amid the hectic month of December. Run, walk or stroll across accessible distances in our 3.2km, 7km, 10km and 13km (as well as the Micro Marathon for little ones!). The Ballarat Christmas Fun Run aims to raise crucial funds...
Black Mountain Run Up & Power Walk
The Black Mountain Run Up & Power Walk on Tuesday, 16 December 2025 is part of a monthly series held on the third Tuesday of each month in Canberra, ACT. This free event, organised by the Australian Mountain Running Association, features a 2.6 km run or power walk starting from Clunies Ross Street, Acton, and finishing at the summit of...
Black Mountain Run Up & Power Walk
The Black Mountain Run Up & Power Walk takes place on Tuesday, 20 January 2026, as part of a monthly series held on the third Tuesday of each month. This free 2.6 km event is organised by the Australian Mountain Running Association and welcomes runners and walkers of all levels. The course begins at the car park entrance on Clunies...
Mt Ainslie Run Up & Power Walk
The Mt Ainslie Run Up & Power Walk takes place on Tuesday, 3 February 2026 at Remembrance Park, Canberra, ACT, behind the Australian War Memorial. This challenging 2.2 km event features a 240-meter elevation gain and offers participants the choice to run or power walk up Mt Ainslie. The course begins at Remembrance Park on Treloar Crescent in Campbell and...
Run for Respect
Organiser: Carlton Football Club
Join the Carlton Football Club and the wider Carlton community to Run for Respect!The Run for Respect is a fun run event supporting the awareness and fundraising efforts of the Carlton Football Club's flagship community initiative Carlton Respects.The run will again cater for all ages and abilities, this time with a Junior Dash of 400m being introduced, along with the...
Black Mountain Run Up & Power Walk
The Black Mountain Run Up & Power Walk will take place on Tuesday, 17 February 2026, as part of a monthly series held on the third Tuesday of each month. This free 2.6 km event starts at the car park entrance on Clunies Ross Street, Acton, Canberra, and finishes at the summit of Black Mountain, with an elevation gain of...
Cardinia Fun Run & Walk
Join us on Sunday, 1 March 2026 for the Cardinia Fun Run & Walk at Deep Creek Reserve, Pakenham, Victoria. Experience a scenic route that winds through beautiful wetlands adjacent to the golf course and the award-winning park. Choose the distance that suits you: a 5km or 10km run/walk, or try the new 2.5km Kids' Colour Run designed especially for...
Mt Ainslie Run Up & Power Walk
The Mt Ainslie Run Up & Power Walk takes place on Tuesday, 3 March 2026, starting from Remembrance Park on Treloar Crescent, Campbell, Canberra, behind the Australian War Memorial. This free event is part of a monthly series held on the first Tuesday of each month and is organised by the Australian Mountain Running Association. Participants can choose to run...
Great Illawarra Walk
The Great Illawarra Walk is an annual fundraising event held on Saturday, 14 March 2026, featuring a scenic 40km walk from Shellharbour Village to The Headlands Hotel Austinmer in New South Wales. Participants can choose to complete the full distance or walk a shorter segment according to their comfort level. The walk commences at 7:00 AM from Bean Roasted Espresso...
Bluff 2 Boat Ramp Run/Walk
Organiser: Everyday Lions Events
Join the Bluff 2 Boat Ramp Run/Walk on Sunday, 15 March 2026, in Devonport, Tasmania, featuring a fast, certified AIMS out-and-back road course that showcases the New Living City. Starting and finishing beneath the Elevated Walkway, this family-friendly event offers multiple distances: a Kids' 500m, 1.5km, 5km, and 10km run/walk. Designed for participants of all ages and abilities, it provides...
Black Mountain Run Up & Power Walk
The Black Mountain Run Up & Power Walk takes place on Tuesday, 17 March 2026, in Canberra, ACT. This free event, organised by the Australian Mountain Running Association, is part of a monthly series held on the third Tuesday of each month. Participants tackle a 2.6 km course starting from Clunies Ross Street, Acton, and finishing at the summit of...
Black Mountain Run Up & Power Walk
The Black Mountain Run Up & Power Walk takes place on Tuesday, 21 April 2026, as part of a monthly series held on the third Tuesday of each month. This free 2.6 km event starts at the car park entrance on Clunies Ross Street, Acton, Canberra, and finishes at the summit of Black Mountain, with an elevation gain of 236...
RUN THE TAN 2026
Organiser: RUN THE TAN
The Run The Tan annual showcase charity event is back on 26 April 2026 at the iconic Tan Track in Melbourne.There will be 5 key race events - a public fun run event open to everyone and 4 feature events with top elite athletes, celebrities challenge, emergency service workers and battle of the schools all trying to beat the record...
Angela Taylor Memorial Run/Walk
The Angela Taylor Memorial Run/Walk on Sunday, 3 May 2026, is a 5km run/walk and team event or a 10km run, held to commemorate Angela Rose Taylor, who died as a result of the 1986 Russell Street bombing. Started in 1989, the Angela Taylor Memorial Run/Walk is a community event open to individual runners and walkers of all ages and...
Mt Ainslie Run Up & Power Walk
The Mt Ainslie Run Up & Power Walk in Canberra will take place on Tuesday, 5 May 2026, starting from Remembrance Park on Treloar Crescent in Campbell, behind the Australian War Memorial. This event features a 2.2km course with a challenging 240m elevation gain, suitable for both runners and power walkers of all levels. There is no entry fee—participants can...
Black Mountain Run Up & Power Walk
The Black Mountain Run Up & Power Walk takes place on Tuesday, 19 May 2026, in Canberra, ACT. This free event is part of a monthly series held on the third Tuesday of each month, organised by the Australian Mountain Running Association. Participants can choose to run or power walk a challenging 2.6-kilometre course starting from Clunies Ross Street, Acton,...
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...
Black Mountain Run Up & Power Walk
The Black Mountain Run Up & Power Walk takes place on Tuesday, 16 June 2026 in Canberra, ACT, Australia. This free event, organised by the Australian Mountain Running Association, is part of a monthly series held on the third Tuesday of each month. Participants can choose to run or power walk a 2.6 km route starting from Clunies Ross Street,...
REDDY Fun Run/Walk
Join us on Sunday, 21 June 2026, for the annual REDDY Fun Run/Walk at Pelican Park, Clontarf, QLD, Australia. Choose from a 5km or 10km fun run/walk, or challenge yourself with a Half Marathon along the scenic Redcliffe Peninsula waterfront pathways. The Half Marathon turnaround point is at Scarborough. The event starts and finishes at Pelican Park, offering participants stunning...
Run Prix
Organiser: Big Long Run Pty Ltd
Run Prix: Sun 20th Sept 2026.Enter Now!This is record setting territory. The full GP circuit is closed down. The traffic islands are removed for the day, and the racing is on smooth flat bitumen. Loop course. No hairpin turns. No off-roading. No gravel. No grass. No compromises.Half Marathon, 10km and 5km. All AIMS certified measurement too. So no wondering if...
Walk for Prems: Melbourne CBD
Join us on Monday, 26 October 2026, for Walk for Prems: Melbourne CBD, a 4km social walk starting at Stapley Pavilion, Kings Domain, Melbourne, VIC. This family-friendly event supports Life’s Little Treasures Foundation, raising essential funds to assist families with premature and sick babies. Enjoy a scenic walk along The Tan Track in the Royal Botanic Gardens, followed by a...
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Mandaean Women's Walking Group
Walking Speed: Medium pace
Frequency: Weekly
Dog Friendly: No
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.
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Walking in Australia
Participating in a walking event can be a great way to stay active, challenge yourself, and give back to the community. Walking events, also known as walkathons or charity walks, are organized for a variety of causes and organizations, and offer a great opportunity for people of all ages and abilities to participate.
Popular distances for walking events include the 5K (3.1 miles), 10K (6.2 miles) and Half marathon (13.1 miles) walks. These distances provide an achievable goal for many people, while also offering a significant physical challenge.
When participating in a walking event, it's important to prepare properly. This includes ensuring that you have comfortable shoes that are broken in and appropriate clothing for the weather conditions. It's also important to stay hydrated throughout the event, and to fuel your body with the right foods before and during the walk.
Before starting any training program for a walking event, it is always recommended to consult with a doctor, especially if you have a pre-existing medical condition or haven't exercised in a while. A doctor can help you to determine if you're ready for an event, and can provide guidance on how to train safely and effectively.
Many walking events are also organized as fundraisers for charitable organizations, giving participants the opportunity to contribute to a good cause while also challenging themselves physically. This can be a great way to feel a sense of accomplishment and purpose, knowing that your participation is helping to make a positive impact in the world.