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Blue-Mile 5 Fun Run
The Blue-Mile 5 Fun Run takes place on Monday, 26 January 2026 as part of the MMJ Aquathon series in Wollongong, NSW. This scenic and flat 5km course begins at the historic Wollongong Boat Harbour and follows the picturesque coastal Blue Mile shared path, passing landmarks such as the historic continental pools, North Beach, and the lagoon. Participants will reach...
Eastern Triathlon Series: Race 2
The Eastern Triathlon Series: Race 2 will take place on Saturday, 7 February 2026 at Heffron Park, Maroubra, NSW, Australia. This series offers a local, affordable, and inclusive triathlon experience in Sydney, welcoming participants of all levels—from beginners to seasoned athletes, whether affiliated with a club or not. All races are hosted on the Heffron Park Criterium Course, with transition...
SMC Road Race 6
The SMC Road Race Series, organised by the Sydney Marathon Clinic, takes place monthly from September through May, with the upcoming event scheduled for Sunday, 15 February 2026. This professionally timed road race offers three distance options: 5km, 10km, and Half Marathon, accommodating runners of all levels. The race starts and finishes at Long Street Park, Smithfield, Sydney, NSW. Participation...
Whale Rock Trail Run
The Whale Rock Trail Run returns on Sunday, 1 March 2026, inviting runners to explore the breathtaking trails of Pennant Hills National Park, NSW. This exciting event offers a 6.5km fun run, a 17km challenge run, and Kids’ Athletics activities, catering to participants of all ages and abilities. The 6.5km course begins with an exhilarating downhill stretch, includes refreshing creek...
Eastern Triathlon Series: Race 3
The Eastern Triathlon Series: Race 3 takes place on Sunday, 1 March 2026 at Heffron Park, Maroubra, NSW. This Sydney-based series offers an affordable, beginner-friendly triathlon experience for athletes of all levels, whether you belong to a club or are racing independently. All races are held on the Heffron Park Criterium Course, with transition areas conveniently located outside the Des...
I'm Still Standing Sydney LOS
I'm Still Standing Sydney is an ultra-endurance race held at Heffron Park, Maroubra, on 14 March 2026, following the Last One Standing (or Backyard Ultra) format. Competitors run a 6.71 km loop every hour on the hour, continuing consecutively until only one runner completes a full lap alone and is declared the winner. Each loop must be finished within one...
Raging Waters Running Festival
Organiser: Race Hub Australia
The Raging Waters Running Festival takes place on Sunday, 15 March 2026 in Prospect, Western Sydney, NSW, Australia. This exciting event offers three race distances: 10km, 5km, and a 2km Family Dash, suitable for all ages and abilities. Runners will enjoy a scenic and fast course that starts at Raging Waters Sydney, winds through beautiful nature reserves, and follows the...
BTC Junior's Triathlon
Organiser: Balmoral Triathlon Club
The Balmoral Triathlon Club proudly presents the BTC Junior's Triathlon, taking place on Sunday, 15 March 2026, at the picturesque Balmoral Beach in Mosman, Sydney, NSW. This exciting event features two race distances designed to cater to different junior age groups, ensuring a fun and inclusive experience for all young athletes. Participants will enjoy a safe, traffic-free course with a...
Explore Sydney Northern Beaches Adventure Race
Organiser: Wild & Co
Get ready for the Explore Sydney Northern Beaches Adventure Race on Saturday, 21 March 2026! This thrilling event challenges teams of two to run, kayak, mountain bike, and navigate their way through a rugged, unmarked off-road course in the scenic Northern Beaches region of NSW, Australia. Choose between the 15km half course or the 30km full course, both designed to...
6hr Adventure Race: Sydney Northern Beaches
Organiser: Wild & Co
Get ready to run, kayak, mountain bike, and navigate at the 6hr Adventure Race in Sydney's Northern Beaches, NSW, on March 21, 2026. Teams of two will collaborate, using a map and compass, to navigate an unmarked off-road course of either 15km or 30km. Collect checkpoints along the way and aim to finish before the 6-hour cutoff. The first team...
Highlands Running Festival
Organiser: Race Hub Australia
Highlands Running FestivalSunday, March 22, 2026 | Bray Field, Oxley College, Burradoo, NSW, AustraliaJoin Race Hub Australia for the inaugural Highlands Running Festival, featuring a scenic **21.1km Half Marathon**, **10km**, **5km**, and fun **2km Family Dash** along the stunning riverside paths of the Bong Bong Common Track, adjacent to the Wingecarribee River.Whether chasing a personal best or enjoying a family...
SMC Road Race 7
The SMC Road Race Series, organised by the Sydney Marathon Clinic, takes place monthly from September through May. The upcoming event will be held on Sunday, 22 March 2026. This professionally timed road race offers participants the choice of 5km, 10km, and Half Marathon distances at every event. The race start and finish lines are located at Long Street Park,...
Raw Challenge: Doyalson (March)
Join the Raw Challenge in Doyalson, NSW, on 26 March 2026 for a thrilling obstacle course experience featuring over 60 diverse and engaging obstacles across a sprawling 20-hectare site. The main course spans approximately 7.5 km and includes mud pits, rope climbs, water slides, and more, designed to test your endurance, strength, and agility in a fun and challenging environment....
Lithgow Ridgy-Didge Trail Run Festival
Organiser: Blue Mountains Fitness
The Lithgow Ridgy-Didge Trail Run Festival returns to Hassans Walls Reserve in Lithgow, NSW, on Saturday, 28 March 2026. This premier trail running event offers six challenging distances: 50km Ultra, Marathon, 30km, 22km, 10km, and 5km—all set on scenic single-track off-road trails. Additionally, there is a fun 1.6km Kids Race for children under 12. The 50km Ultra and Marathon courses...
YOHKA Kiama
Organiser: YOHKA Sports
YOHKA™ Kiama is a family-friendly festival of fitness, where adventure, community and entertainment collide.Across two massive days, athletes of all levels, spectators and kids can experience what makes YOHKA one of the most exciting new obstacle course racing (OCR) fitness events in Australia. Tackle our Long (10k) or Short (3-5k) obstacle course races, witness the intensity of the 100m Sprint...
Run2Cure Neuroblastoma Sydney
The Run2Cure Neuroblastoma Fun Run in Sydney, NSW, takes place on Sunday, 29 March 2026 at the scenic Royal Botanic Gardens and Domain. Participants can choose from a variety of distances: 21.1km half marathon, 10km, 5km, and 3km scenic run/walk events, as well as a family-friendly 1km fun walk designed for children aged five and under. The half marathon, 10km,...
Newcastle Cross Country: 1. Richley Reserve
Newcastle Cross Country Club invites runners to compete in the upcoming race at Richley Reserve, Blackbutt, on Saturday, 4 April 2026. This event is part of the Hunter Region's cross country race series in New South Wales. Participation is exclusive to club members; membership is open to all and requires online registration by midnight on the Friday before the race...
Run Wollongong
Organiser: Elite Energy Event Management
Run Wollongong returns on Saturday, 18 April 2026, featuring a range of race distances including the Wollongong Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km (Kerryn McCann 10), 5km (Fitness 5), and 2km (Turbo 2). The scenic course follows the beautiful undulating coastline of Wollongong, running along the renowned Blue Mile and Emma McKeon Promenade before extending to Bellambi. Participants will circle the iconic...
SMC Road Race 8
The SMC Road Race Series, organised by the Sydney Marathon Clinic, takes place monthly from September to May. The upcoming event will be held on Sunday, 19 April 2026. This professionally timed road race offers 5km, 10km, and Half Marathon (21.1km) distances at each event, catering to a range of runners. The start and finish lines are located at Long...
Shire Run Carnival & Aquathlon
The Shire Run Carnival & Aquathlon will be held on Saturday, 9 May 2026 at the scenic Kurnell Foreshore in Kurnell, NSW. This vibrant community event offers a festive carnival atmosphere and welcomes participants of all levels, from recreational walkers and runners to elite athletes. The course features mostly sealed paths with grassy sections at the start and finish, with...
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...
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;...
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...
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...
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...
Parklands Running Festival
Organiser: Race Hub Australia
Join us on Sunday, 14 June 2026, at Lizard Log in Western Sydney Parklands for the Parklands Running Festival, featuring a Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, and 2km Family Dash. Experience a scenic and nature-rich course that combines beautiful surroundings with a rewarding challenge, including several tough hills that test your endurance and skill. All finishers will be awarded a themed...
TCS Sydney Marathon
Organiser: pont3
Experience one of the world’s most scenic marathon courses at the TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS on Sunday, 30 August 2026 in Sydney, NSW, Australia. Note: The 2026 event date is to be confirmed. Ballot entry opens in September 2025. The Sydney Marathon is now part of the prestigious Abbott World Marathon Majors, ranking as its seventh member. The...
Ten Trails of Garigal
Ten Trails of Garigal Date: Sunday, September 6, 2026 Location: St Ives, Sydney, NSW, Australia Join us for the Ten Trails of Garigal, a unique and flexible trail running challenge set in the scenic surroundings of St Ives, Sydney. The event features a 5km trail loop with rolling terrain and winding singletrack, offering both challenge and beauty on every lap....
Suggested groups & activities in and around Woodpark NSW
Marconi Juniors (Southern Districts)
Regular training sessions tailored for kids of all skill levelsParticipation in local junior leagues and friendly matchesOpportunities for new members to join teams and play socially or competitivelyStrong focus on sportsmanship, teamwork, and community engagementMarconi Juniors welcomes all children interested in soccer and encourages families to get involved...
Marconi Stallions FC
Training sessions: The club provides regular training for men’s and women’s teams, including senior squads competing in National Premier Leagues NSW and Football NSW League One Women's divisions.Play opportunities: Members compete in state and national competitions such as the NPL NSW, Waratah Cup, and the Australian Championship as a foundation club. The club also supports youth and community engagement through competitive and social matches.Membership details: New members can join through Club Marconi, gaining access to structured training,...
Coaching at MARCONI TENNIS AND SQUASH
Key features include:
Court hire available with specific hourly rates for tennis, squash, and pickleball.Coaching services are offered, supporting players of various ages and skill levels.Onsite Pro Shop for equipment, though hours may vary.Flexible booking policies with credit vouchers for wet weather cancellations.Accessible to all genders and age groups, catering to both adults and children.
Bossley Sports Club Inc
Regular training sessions and matches for adults and kidsOpportunities for social and competitive playEasy registration and membership options for new playersGames and training held at Terone Park, Restwell RoadContact our Soccer Secretary for more details and to get involved.
BOSSLEY BEARS VOLLEYBALL CLUB
The club focuses on player development through various pathways, including:
Junior and adult teams
Social and recreational play
High-performance training
Regular competitions and tournaments
Structured training sessions to enhance skills and teamwork
BOSSLEY BEARS VOLLEYBALL CLUB fosters a supportive environment encouraging participation, skill growth, and competitive excellence for players at all levels.
Opportunities to Play: - Juniors - Adults...
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5km Running in Australia
A 5K race, also known as a 5-kilometer race, is a road running
race with a distance of approximately 3.1 miles (5 kilometers). It
is one of the most popular road race distances and is often used
as a stepping stone for people new to running or looking to
increase their distance over time gradually. In addition, many
running events, such as charity runs and community events, include
a 5K race as an option for participants. 5Ks are also popular as a
timed event for runners who try to finish it in a fast time.
Training for a 5K race typically involves gradually increasing the
distance of one's runs over time, emphasising building up
endurance and developing good running form. A typical training
plan for a 5K would involve running shorter distances at first and
gradually building up to running the entire 5 kilometres. Speed
work or interval training can also be included to improve
performance. Some runners also incorporate strength training and
stretching exercises to help prevent injuries.
Many 5K races are also organised on charity causes and are
non-competitive, participatory events. Participants often wear
costumes and walk or run the course rather than race against the
clock.