I was revisiting an old post about the best
running events in Australia (in my opinion),
so here is a revised list of the runs I would like to do or have loved. I enjoy
both road and trail but I avoid hardcore trails (and crowds). I’m sure Buffalo
Stampede, Surfcoast Century, Wonderland, etc. would make the cut for someone
else. And there are many I’ve left out like Sharpy’s Beer Run, Devilbend and Run for the Young
that I loved and have a special place in my heart. But this is where my list
stands today (maybe that will change).
I have a goal to run a marathon in every
state/territory in Australia, so I still need to research and decide on
Tasmania, NSW, SA, WA and NT! (All suggestions welcome.) So here's my
unfinished list:
Road
events;
1. Canberra
Marathon (ACT) – this was my first marathon in 2014 and I loved it! I’ve
also run the half marathon in 2016. I’d love to go back to run the 50km.
2. Great
Ocean Road (VIC) – I ran the marathon in 2015, half marathon in 2016 and
ultra marathon in 2017. The Great Ocean Road is a spectacular and famously
scenic road. If you participate in this event, make sure you stay for the
weekend.
3. Sunshine
Coast Marathon (QLD) – this has been on my bucket list for years. I was
supposed to run it last month but due to an injury, I only ran a section of
it. The Sunshine Coast is one of my
favourite places I've ever been to (and lived in)!
4. Melbourne
Marathon (VIC) – Although this is a crowded run, I’m from Melbourne and
this is where I hold my PB so I should include it. It’s a fast, flat course and
attracts many international runners. It shows off the best of Melbourne.
5. Wings
for Life World Run (VIC) – I’m an ambassador for Wings for Life World Run.
There are a few reasons why I chose this run; the cause – 100% of your entry
fee goes towards spinal cord research (which I’m passionate about) and it’s run
simultaneously all over the world. In Melbourne, it takes place at night
(creating an unique atmosphere).
6. City
2 Surf (NSW) – I ran this years ago and although it’s a very big and busy
event, it was so much fun! Atmosphere is crazy! It’s 14km but a challenging, Australian
run.
Trail
events;
1. Two
Bays trail run (VIC) – I ran 28km in 2014, I volunteered in 2016 and I ran
56km in 2017! It has a great atmosphere and community spirit. I'd recommend you run this event at least
once.
2. Marysville
Marathon (VIC) – I ran this in 2016 and it was one of my most memorable and
meaningful runs.
3. Trailsplus
You Yangs 30km (VIC) – I’ve run this a few times but still need to break 3
hours! One day I will be healthy enough to give it my best!
5. Great
Train Race (Puffing Billy) (VIC) – I’ve run this a few times over the
years. It’s the race against the train! Awesome, hilly run and great
atmosphere. An iconic run, not to be missed :-)
6. Ultra-Trail
Australia (UTA) (NSW) – I haven’t participated in this run yet but it’s on
my bucket list in some capacity!
Road/trail;
1. Portsea
Twilight (VIC) – we run this every year and it's one of my favourite runs.
It's short, scenic, hilly and fun :-)
A few other runs I’m interested in (and would love
to hear about);
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