Celebrating 5 years
2016
COMPETITOR GUIDE
This iconic community run festival raises funds for more than 90 charities and this year we’re making it a million dollars back to charity to help people in need.
SEVEN QUEENSLAND IS A FOUNDATION PARTNER OF THE 7 SUNSHINE COAST MARATHON AND WITH THE EVENT NOW IN ITS FIFTH YEAR, WE’RE THRILLED YOU’VE JOINED US IN 2016 FOR THIS FANTASTIC COMMUNITY RUN FESTIVAL.
As a foundation partner of this community event, Seven Queensland has made a considerable investment and commitment to ensure the 7 Sunshine Coast Marathon’s future success.
Whether you’re here to set a new personal best or you’re participating in one of the run events because you enjoy the fun of the day, the fact is you’re with us on this journey and that’s what counts. The 7 Sunshine Coast Marathon attracts more than 10,000 competitors and spectators to the scenic Alexandra Headland course each year. It’s a must-attend event for Sunshine Coast locals but is also extremely popular with people from all over south-east Queensland
and our regional city centres of Cairns, Townsville, Mackay, central Queensland, Wide Bay, Toowoomba and the Gold Coast. Such is the calibre of the event we receive a large influx of interstate visitors and elite overseas athletes who are attracted to the world fast-paced course.
We hope you have a fantastic day out on the course and whether you’re participating or spectating, we thank you for joining us for the 7 Sunshine Coast Marathon in 2016. BEN ROBERTS-SMITH VC MG GENERAL MANAGER SEVEN BRISBANE I REGIONAL QUEENSLAND
WELCOME RUNNERS
IT’S AN HONOUR TO CELEBRATE FIVE YEARS OF THE 7 SUNSHINE COAST MARATHON.
It doesn’t seem that long ago that we started planning our first event in 2012. The momentum the event has gained and the support it has received from the Sunshine Coast community has been overwhelming. As a Sunshine Coast local it makes me particularly proud to see runners from Australia and overseas take part each year, setting themselves health and fitness goals and supporting charity and community groups in the process. When we started in 2012 we set ourselves an ambitious goal to raise $1 million for charity within five years.
This year we will reach this target, immeasurably changing and improving countless lives for the better in the process. From a simple idea that stemmed from a love of running and a desire to give back to the community, we always hoped this would become an iconic event for everyone. Thank you for your ongoing support, without runners, volunteers and sponsors this would never have become one of Australia’s favourite running events. I’m already looking forward to the next five years.
7 Sunshine Coast Marathon event director Jason Crowther (left) with Rockers for Knockers organiser and breast cancer survivor Ruth D’Hennin.
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Atlas Multisports managing director Jason Crowther and two close friends, themselves handy runners Gary Binet and Greg Biggs, were in Las Vegas in 2011 for the city’s famous Vegas Rock n Roll Marathon, a heady, music-filled, nighttime run that takes over the main strip. Its atmosphere, energy and dedication to raise funds for charity, inspired the trio to create a similar event on the Sunshine Coast. Binet and Biggs, McDonalds licensees, recognised an opportunity to raise serious funds and awareness for Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC), which provides much-needed accommodation and support for Sunshine Coast families of sick children who travel to Brisbane for treatment. In less than 12 months the first 7 Sunshine Coast Marathon took place at Alexandra Headlands with almost 5000 runners turning out for the perfect winter’s day. “It was an incredibly successful first event, the whole place was buzzing and we knew we had created something that the community could support and be proud of,” Crowther says.
ONE NIGHT IN VEGAS IT WAS A LIFECHANGING TRIP TO LAS VEGAS IN 2011 THAT INSPIRED THE FIRST 7 SUNSHINE COAST MARATHON FIVE YEARS AGO.
In the past five years the event has grown and improvements made so runners keep returning and its status as one of Australia’s favourite events continues. Course tweaks have been ongoing to ease congestion and retain atmosphere, while keeping it flat, fast and scenic.
Everyone“ deserves the right to feel like a rockstar when they cross the finish line. “ New additions such as on course entertainment and the rockstar finish chute have been well received and were always part of the Crowther’s long-term plan. “The biggest thing I took out of Vegas was that you have got to have entertainment – every mile had a band belting out rock’n roll,’’ Crowther says.
Sunshine Coast residents and local franchisees Tim Banks, Randy Birmingham and Gary Binet.
“It’s a lot easier and enjoyable running a marathon if you have something to take your mind off it.’’ Sunshine Coast companies and organisations will be responsible for the entertainment at each aid station and Hot 91.1FM will be providing a “Marathon Mashup” with music, bands and DJs every few kilometres along the course. The signature purple and green pompoms of the award-winning dance and acrobatic group, the Sunshine Coast Cheerleaders, will again line the red carpet to bring runners home. “This has always been, and always will be, a Sunshine Coast community event,” Crowther says. “Yes we offer incentives for elite runners but it’s the mum and dads, the new runners, the beginners, the people who didn’t they could do it, the runners ticking off their bucketlist that we want to encourage. “Everyone deserves the right to feel like a rockstar when they cross the finish line. Every finish is a major accomplishment and worth celebrating.” Taiwan’s Dale Huang enjoys the on course support for his 104th marathon in 2013 (top) and Kenyan Andrew Kimanthi crosses the line in the marathon (bottom)..
MARATHON MILESTONES
2012
First event held from Alex Surf Club attracted 5000 runners across five events.
2013
Taiwan’s Ching-Te (Dale) Huang celebrates his 364th marathon (104 in 104 weeks) enjoying the crowds and the winter sunshine.
2014
Kenyan athlete Andrew Kimanthi is the event’s first international marathon runner, breaking the tape in 2.20.32
2015
Rockers for Knockers becomes the event’s largest team, with more than 250 members raising more than $30,000.
2016
We aim to #makeitamillion in fundraising to be shared among more than 70 local charities.
MAKE IT A
MILLION HERE’S CHEERS TO ALL THOSE WHO ARE USING THEIR RUNNING ACHIEVEMENTS TO RAISE MUCH NEEDED FUNDS AND AWARENESS FOR THEIR FAVOURITE CAUSE. WHETHER IT’S ANIMAL WELFARE, BREAST CANCER, YOUTH SERVICES OR ASSISTING DISADVANTAGED CHILDREN; YOU CAN RUN AND RAISE MONEY FOR WHATEVER IT IS YOU’RE MOST PASSIONATE ABOUT.
When the 7 Sunshine Coast Marathon began in 2012 the goal was to raise $1 million in fundraising for local community groups and charities within five years. Taking into account entries and Everyday Hero donations to date this event and its participants have worked together to raise $905,078. We’re confident with your help we’ll reach $1 million on August 21. Funds raised have been shared among 70 different charity and community groups including our two major beneficiaries Ronald McDonald House South East Queensland and Westpac Foundation.
TOP FUNDRAISERS 2016 NO.
NAME
AMOUNT*
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Jason and Tammy Berther
$5200.00
2.
Kent Wain
$4,522.65
3.
Matt Punter
$2,154.64
4.
Roy Bourke
$1,886.50
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Lisa Usher
$1,668.25
6.
Jodie Atkins
$1,417.50
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Skye Anderson
$1,375.00
8.
Greg Biggs
$1,210.00
9.
Bec Francis
$922.25
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Craig Alexander
$860.20
*Current at time of publication.
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MARATHON
A FAMILY FUNDAY
There’s no excuse for leaving the family behind during the 7 Sunshine Coast Marathon with a whole area dedicated to Family Fun.
Prams are welcome and picnic blankets are mandatory in preparation for a family weekend that celebrates community involvement, health and fitness. Don’t miss the Free Friday Night Movie, on August 19 starting at 6pm from the Race Precinct, in front of the Alex Skate Park. Enjoy animated adventure-comedy Rio, chosen in celebration of the 2016 Olympic Games. Sunday’s lineup includes a visit from 2018 Commonwealth Games mascot Borobi, Ronald McDonald, music, face painting, pony rides, food and much more. See the events timetable for the full weekend schedule. 2018 Commonwealth Games mascot Borobi will be cheering on runners as they cross the line for the 5th annual 7 Sunshine Coast Marathon on Sunday August 21.
MAPS & START ZONES
The 5km, 10km, 21.1km and 42.2km events each have recommended start zones. Zones will be clearly marked and we ask that runners start in the zone that best reflects the time they will take to run the distance. This system helps stronger runners have clear passage while protecting other runners from being trampled. Please respect each runner and choose your start position that best reflects your ability.
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need it most Backing local Queensland not-for-profits Nundah Community Enterprises in North Brisbane was established to provide meaningful employment for people living with mental health issues and intellectual disabilities.
Nundah Community Enterprises is proudly supported by Westpac Foundation through our Community Grants program which provides grants up to $10,000 to local,
We currently train and engage more than 20 people in meaningful work opportunities through our two businesses: Espresso Train Café & Catering and NCEC Parks & Maintenance. The people we support have struggled to find their place in the current economic structure. They’re keen to work, but due to their learning pace employers are often unwilling to support them.” Richard Warner, Nundah Community Enterprises Coordinator said.
big (or small) ideas. We focus on supporting organisations who are providing educational opportunities, employment pathways or improvements in the quality of life of those who need it most in our local communities. 100% of the funds raised during the Sunshine Coast Marathon in support of Westpac Foundation will go towards our 2017 Community Grants for Queensland organisations like Nundah Community Enterprises. For more information on Westpac Foundation’s Community Grants and the organisations we support, visit: westpacfoundation.org.au
MOOLOOLABA CLOSURES 5am-7:15am
• Brisbane Road – Amarina Ave to Foote St* • Brisbane Road – Foote S. to Mooloolaba Esp • Mooloolaba Esp – Brisbane Rd to Buderim Mooloolaba Rd • Beach Tce *Emergency vehicles and local traffic access to Foote Street and Parkyn Pde.
ALEXANDRA HEADLAND CLOSURES 4am-1pm
ROAD CLOSURES
MAROOCHYDORE CLOSURES 5am-8:45am
• Bradman Avenue – Yinni St to O’Connor St* • Duporth Avenue – Ball St to O’Connor St.**
5am-11:30am
THE 7 SUNSHINE COAST MARATHON & COMMUNITY RUN FESTIVAL COMMITTEE WOULD LIKE TO THANK ALL RESIDENTS AND BUSINESSES IN ADVANCE FOR THEIR SUPPORT OF THIS EVENT. FOR MORE INFORMATION Event Hotline: +61 (07) 5445 1711 Email: info@atlasmultisports.com.au
• Alexandra Parade – Buderim Rd to Okinja Rd* *A slip lane is available on Alexandra Pde from Pacific Tce to Okinja Rd travelling north to Maroochydore. Note this is a slip lane at 40km/hour. • Boolarong Cres • Alexandra Pde – Okinja Rd to Sixth Ave (South bound only)
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• 5th Ave – Melrose Pde to Beach Pde • Melrose Pde – Sixth Ave to Fifth Ave • Beach Pde – Fifth Ave to Sixth Ave • Kingsford Smith Pde – Fifth Ave to Sixth Ave
• Duporth Ave** – The Esplanade (Cotton Tree) to Ball St. • Ocean Street – Roundabout to Duporth Ave • Picnic Point Esplanade *A detour is in place via Broadwater Ave. **A slip lane is available on Duporth 5am-12pm • 6th Av – Aerodrome Rd to Memorial Ave from Beach Rd to Ball St travelling north.Note this is a slip lane Ave • Melrose Parade – Sixth Ave to at 40km/hour. Alexandra Pde Course Management • Memorial Av – King St to Alex Pde The course will be manned by • Beach Pde – Sixth Ave to Alexandra QLD Police and a specialist road Pde management company, along with • Kingsford Smith Pde – Sixth Ave to volunteers. Road closures and Alex Pde detours will be in clearly shown; • Alexandra Pde please follow all directions given by • Cotton Tree Pde the event management team. • The Esplanade, Cotton Tree
THE NEED FOR SPEED THE STAGE IS SET FOR SOME RED HOT RACING ON SUNDAY AUGUST 21, AS AUSTRALIA’S LEADING DISTANCE RUNNERS DESCEND ON THE SUNSHINE COAST FOR ITS SPEED AND ATMOSPHERE.
Samuel Woldeamanuel who holds the current course record and a personal best time of 2hrs08mins. His competition includes Melbourne ultra marathoner Dion Finocchiaro, who came second in 2015, Barry Keen and leading Brisbane half marathon specialist Jonathan Peters.
This year’s 7 Sunshine Coast Marathon has attracted the strongest elite field to date. Vying for pride, race records and a share in more than $7000 of prize money will be national and international runners in the 10km, 21.1km and 42.2km events.
In the half marathon Isaias Beyn, who went 63 minutes over 21.1km at Noosa in May, will have plenty of company with Brisbane teacher Clay Dawson, who is vying for honours in the Queensland Masters Athletics Championships and Sunshine Coast professional triathlete Dave Dellow.
Toeing the marathon start line will be last year’s winner Ethiopian
The women’s 10km, half and full marathon fields are just as hot
HOW TO
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HAPPY LOOK FOR INNOVATION PODIATRY IN THE RACE PRECINCT FROM 5AM ON SUNDAY AUGUST 21 FOR YOUR PRE-RACE STRAPPING AND POST-RACE INJURY AND BLISTER CARE.
Picking the correct pair of running shoes isn’t a matter of getting whatever your friend or foe is wearing or opting for your favourite colour combination. Running shoe trends come and go just like the latest fashion. But whether you like or loathe what’s currently available, you’re best off asking for advice and getting properly fitted by the experts according to Innovation Podiatry owner Vanessa Ng. “The most common problem we see in the injury tent after a big event is runners with ill-fitting or worn out shoes,” Vanessa says. “Runners need to get fitted on suitability and not necessarily by us but also by the footwear specialist who sells the shoes.” Having worked as a podiatrist for 12 years,
with three-time marathon winner and brand new mum Roxie Fraser returning to her hometown race to face Brisbane’s long distance specialist and coach Clare Geraghty. Fresh from impressive back-to-back City to Surf wins in Sydney will be Cassie Fien in the half marathon, against Brisbane’s Emily Donker and TV star Dani Byrnes. Czech professional triathlete Radka Vodickova is expected to lead a strong field in the 10km as several multisport athletes sharpen put the finishing touches on their Half Ironman 70.3 World Championship preparations, being held on the Sunshine Coast on September 4.
Vanessa says the current footwear trends were “extreme” ranging from the minimalist shoe to the heavily cushioned runner. Vanessa says it’s crucial to take into account running technique, terrain and distance when shopping for new shoes. “The most common injuries we see as a result of incorrect footwear are heel pain, shin splints and burning at the ball of the foot,” she says. “A shearing, burning sensation at the joint of the foot can be caused by running in the wrong shoes. Swelling in the joint can lead to bursitis and overloading in one area can result in some serious pain. Spending money on high quality and appropriate shoes now will save you in the long run by reducing the chance of injury.”
RUNNING IS BETTER TOGETHER
The Caboolture Special School (bottom) will again have more than 40 staff and students taking part in the 7Â Sunshine Coast Marathon.
More teams than ever have registered for the 7 Sunshine Coast Marathon across all five distances.
assistance of Cricks Auto Group for the Cindy Mackenzie Breast Cancer Foundation.
Dozens of schools, businesses, running groups and fundraising teams will take part across all events on Sunday August 21.
Two of the largest school teams on course this year will be the children and their teachers from Pacific Lutheran College in Caloundra and the Caboolture Special School, who will be decked out in school colours and are neck and neck with more than 40 runners each.
Halcyon, who know all too well that age is just a number, return as one of the largest teams again. The boisterous group from the Sunshine Coast’s three Over 50s lifestyle communities will rival Rockers for Knockers, who last year fielded more than 250 runners while raising more than $30,000 with the
Teams are in the running for the largest team and biggest fundraiser. You can spot the team tents lining the course on Sunday August 21, be sure to give your favourites extra encouragement.
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LIVING LEGENDS THEY HAVE EARNED THEMSELVES NICKNAMES SUCH AS “BONKERS” AND PRIDE THEMSELVES ON PUSHING THEIR BODIES TO THE ABSOLUTE LIMIT, MEET THE 16 RUNNERS WHO RETURN EACH YEAR FOR 42.2KM.
Cumming of Caloundra live locally and take pride in their “backyard” community event, others such as Michael Booth, who is more than halfway to his goal of running 100 marathons, travel 2500km from Tasmania each year lured back to the winter warmth, atmosphere and world class organisation. The only female among them Between them they have pounded enough pavements is Cassie “Bonkers” Smith, to circumnavigate the globe a Brisbane runner who took up the sport in 2005, quickly several times over. They are part of an exclusive progressing to marathons in 2006. These days 42.2km is group of elite runners, not necessarily in terms of speed, little more than a warm up, as she prefers the mental but most definitely when it and physical challenge of comes to achievements. ultra marathons, having These are the 16 runners, completed several 6-hour, the 7 Sunshine Coast 12-hour, 24-hour and 48-hour Marathoners, a group of events. living legends who have completed all five of the Marathoner Peter Wilkinson 42.2km events since the (right) is one of 17 runners who inaugural race in 2012. will run their fifth 7 Sunshine Coast Marathon on Sunday. Some such as Peter
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MARATHON EFFORT Brett Hall Cade Bonar Cassie Smith Colin Broad David Cannings David Sanders Gregory Busse James Johnston John Stanley Matthew Klibbe Michael Booth Peter Cumming Peter Wilkinson Ross Newth Roy Bourke Trevor Allen
GLOBALLY ALL EYES MAY BE ON RIO DE JANEIRO THIS MONTH BUT ACCORDING TO COUNCILLOR JASON OPRAY THE SUNSHINE COAST IS ENJOYING IT’S OWN GOLDEN YEAR TOO. Overseeing the region’s Economic Tourism, Events and Sport portfolios, Cr OPray has long trumpeted the Sunshine Coast’s virtues as the ideal location for major events.
their friends or family all because they came here for a marathon, triathlon or major event,” Cr OPray says. “I want to personally invite all the participants of the Sunshine Coast Marathon to come back, bring their family and friends, and enjoy everything the beautiful region has to offer.”
UPCOMING EVENTS 4 September
Ironman 70.3 World
In 2016 his dedication to the cause Championships has paid off with more than 60 major 30 September to 3 October events on the calendar bringing a healthy $105 million to the economy, Caloundra Music Festival well up on the average contribution of 8 to 15 October $73 million to $75 million each year. “It’s our Olympic year, the world is coming to the Sunshine Coast. It may seem like the peak with several one off events but already we have more booked in for 2017 than we did in 2015,” he says.
Australasian Police and Emergency Services Games 20 to 23 October
Wanderlust
SUNNY COAST FACTS
“The bar has shifted in all the right directions. We are the event capital of • regional Australia and it is events like the 7 Sunshine Coast Marathon that I’m particularly proud of because it’s • an annual event that keeps growing year on year, maintaining momentum for the tourism industry.” Without a major stadium, events or conference centre, the Sunshine Coast • maximises it’s “natural amphitheatre”, utilising it’s beaches, hinterland, home grown produce and family attractions. • “These events are our greatest commercial for the Sunshine Coast, people come from all over Australia and the world and in the next couple of years they’ll come back and bring
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More than 8.5 million visitors from Australia and overseas travel to the Sunshine Coast each year. The Sunshine Coast will host 60 major sporting, music and lifestyle events in 2016, estimated to contribute about $100 million to the region’s economy. 2016 events will attract 150,000 participants along with supporters from more than 40 countries. Sunshine Coast tourism generates more than $2.5 billion annually for the region and contributes 17% to the region’s economic. The tourism industry generates more than 35,000 jobs. SOURCE: Visit Sunshine Coast
READY SET RACE
number to have your time recorded and acknowledged as a competitor. We are unable to provide replacement race numbers if you forget to bring it on race day.
RACE NUMBER INSTRUCTIONS 1. Your race number must be clearly visible on the front of your shirt. Do not cover it with a jacket, running belt, water bottle etc. START TIMES 2. Your race number must be pinned Arrive at the race precinct with at least an hour before your race start to on all four corners. Do not fold, bend find a park, walk to the race precinct, or wrinkle it. drop your belongings at the bag tent, 3. Do not try and peel off the timing chip, which is attached to the back of go to the toilet, warm up and find your race number. your start zone. 4. There is a tear-off tag at the bottom of your race number to be 6am - Channel 7 Marathon attached to your belongings being 6.20am - McDonalds Half Marathon left at the baggage tent. 9am - Westpac 10km 5. Please detail any medical 10.15am - Love and Partners 5km conditions that may affect you during 11am - QLD Government 2km the event on the reverse of your race number along with emergency LATE REGISTRATIONS contact details. Online entries close 5pm, Thursday August 18. Late registrations can be 6. Your race number does made in person on Friday August 19 NOT need to be returned and Saturday August 20 at the Event after the race. Expo. PUBLIC TRANSPORT All buses within the TRANSFERRING A REGISTRATION Alexandra Headland and Step-by-step instructions can be Maroochydore area will be found under FAQs on the website redirected between 4am and 1pm on Sunday, August 21. Services will Please note: There are no race day operate, with small changes. For registrations on August 21. more information please visit www. sunbus.com.au RACE PACKS Each person must collect their own RACE DAY PARKING race pack. Please provide proof of Parking for the event is available registration or confirmation of entry if picking up a race pack for a friend directly opposite the event precinct on Mari St, Alexandra Headlands. and have identification ready. Access to Mari St can be gained from a left turn from Pacific Terrace on Race packs can be collected from Alexandra Parade and following a the Event Expo, Alex Surf Club, Alexandra Headland on Friday August slip lane especially designed for this 19 and Saturday August 20. See the event. A gold coin donation is asked for upon entering, with all proceeds event timetable for opening and closing times. There is NO race pack going directly to the Alexandra Headland Surf Life Saving Club. collection on Sunday August 21.
Q. Can I transfer my entry to someone else? A. Yes. Our Activeworks system allows transfers of entry to other people. Please see the information desk at registration with the original entry confirmation. All transfers incur a $10 transfer fee. Q. Can I transfer my distance? A. Yes. This can be done by logging into your ‘my events’ page found on your confirmation or by emailing info@atlasmultisports.com.au. All transfers incur a $10 transfer fee. Q. Will there be pace runners? A. Marathon Paces: 3:00, 3:15, 3:30, 3:45, 4:00, 4:15, 4:30. Half Marathon Paces: 1:24, 1:30, 1:45, 2:00, 2:15 Q. Can I run with a pram? A. Yes, you are welcome to run with a pram in any of the distances, however we please ask out of courtesy to other runners to please start at the back.
FAQS
RACE NUMBERS All runners must wear their allocated race number during their event. Your race number has a ChronoTrack B-Tag attached to it, which is your timing device for the event. Each bib has a coloured panel that corresponds with your event and race distance. You must wear your race
RESULTS Live tracking will be offered for the first time in 2016. Link will be posted on our Facebook page. PHOTOS Marathon Photos will be taking more than 3000 photos on the day available on the website asap.
Q. Can I run with headphones? A. Yes you are welcome to run with headphones, but please be mindful of volunteers, police and ambulance and other runners. Q. When can I collect my bib and race pack? A. Please find all registration information here. Please note there is NO bib and race pack pickup on Sunday August 21.
Q. Do I need to enter if I am running with my child? A. Yes all persons participating need to register. If you are already entered in an alternative distance and would like to accompany your child you do not need to enter again. Please collect an arm band from information. Q. Can I walk my event? A. Yes you are welcome to walk your chosen event, roads will reopen at 12pm and all participants must be finished by then.
Event
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Sunday August 14 Brisbane Registration
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EVENT PROGRAM 2016
InTraining, 33 Park Road, Milton
Friday August 15 Media Launch
10am
Alex Surf Club, Bluff Bar
Event Expo Opens
1pm
Event Precinct, Alex Surf Club
Registration Opens
1pm
Event Precinct, Alex Surf Club
Cricks Quick 1000 Rego Opens
4pm
Event Precinct, Alex Surf Club
Cricks Quick 1000
5pm
Event Precinct, Alex Surf Club
Family Movie Night
6pm
Event Precinct, Alex Surf Club
Registration Closes
7pm
Event Precinct, Alex Surf Club
Event Expo Closes
7pm
Event Precinct, Alex Surf Club
Saturday August 21 Event Expo Opens
10am
Event Precinct, Alex Surf Club
Registration Opens
11am
Event Precinct, Alex Surf Club
Registration Closes
4pm
Event Precinct, Alex Surf Club
Event Expo Closes
5pm
Event Precinct, Alex Surf Club
Sunday August 21 VIP Area Opens
5.30am
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Event Opening
5.45am
Start line
Gubbi Gubbi Performance
5.45am
Start line
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6am
Event Precinct, Alex Surf Club
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6am
Event Precinct, Alex Surf Club
6am
Start line
6.20am
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Australian Anthem
8.55am
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Westpac 10km Start
9am
Start line
10.15am
Start line
10.55am
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11am
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Presentations
After each event
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Final Runners
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Finish line
Family Fun Closes
1pm
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Event Closes
1pm
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Channel 7 Marathon Start McDonalds Half Marathon Start
Love & Partners 5km Start Ronald McDonald Warmup QLD Government 2km Start
SPONSOR ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 2016
Celebrating 5 years
EVENT ORGANISERS