You must pick up your race number, which is in your race pack, at Jezzine Barracks on the Strand between 11am and 4pm on Saturday, 3rd August, 2019 (the day before the event).
Corporates and Teams can pick up from Jezzine Barracks race precinct on the Friday between 12pm and 1:30pm for ease of distribution should you wish.
*IMPORTANT NOTE: Late entries will be accepted on the day and are still done so via the website link and must be in before 3pm on Saturday, 3rd August.
It is compulsory to wear your race number in your race. A timing device is attached to your number. This device can be checked on a timing mat located at registration on Saturday. Attach your race number with pins provided – do not fold, bend or wrinkle your race number. For identification purposes wear your race number facing forward. We urge you to complete the medical details on the rear of your race number. Race numbers are colour coded per race. You are entitled to keep your race number and timing tag as a souvenir. Many runners are now competing in events in honour or in memory of someone. All race numbers this year have a space to write a name if you wish. Remember no race number means no race time.
A Bag Drop tent will be located near the race assembly area, on the grass in Jezzine Barracks. A tear-off bag identification tag is attached to your race number.
Race briefings will be conducted on registration day. Join our Race Director between 12pm and 2pm on Saturday, 3rd August at Race HQ to get the low down on your race.
First 50 of each race group. Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K Classic entrants are guaranteed a limited edition race singlet. 5K Adult, 5K Junior and 2.5K Hero Run entrants are guaranteed a Head Buff.
Normal Entry Fee occurs after the first 50 volume discount is consumed. Sizing cannot be guaranteed for Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K Classic, allocations will be in first in, best dressed.
Late Entry: No singlets/head buffs — dependent on numbers
Portable toilets will be available adjacent to the Race Assembly Area and Bag Drop tents. On course, public toilets are available at the Rock Pool, Strand Park (next to Picnic Bay SLSC), the Waterpark on the Strand, Rowes Bay (opposite Caravan Park) and at 3 Mile Creek.
Runners will have to share some areas of the Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K courses with traffic. Traffic will be controlled by Police and Traffic Controllers. Please obey any Police instructions.
Run on the left hand side of the course or as directed by the race marshals stationed on each corner. The 5K and 2.5K courses are traffic free.
Best parking options are in Rowes Bay with access via Howitt Street and in North Ward via Landsborough Street. Marathoners can access early parking in Cook Street prior to 5:30am. There will be limited parking in Isley Street. Course roads will be closed from 5:30am.
Please do not park across driveways. Allow extra time to travel, park and walk to the event. We suggest you plan to arrive at the event one hour prior to race start to allow plenty of time to secure bags, warm up and get to the assembly area.
There will be designated pedestrian crossing points in Mitchell and Isley Streets for access into the event precinct.
ROAD | DETAILS |
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Sir Leslie Theiss Drive | Kerbside lanes closed from 5am to 8.30am |
Entertainment Drive | Kerbside lanes closed from 5am to 8.30am |
Upper Wickham Street | Closed from Flinders Street to the Strand from 5am to 9am |
The Strand | Both lanes closed to traffic from 5am to 10.30am |
Howitt Street | Closed from The Strand to Rose Street from 5am to 10.30am |
Mitchell Street | Closed from Howitt Street to Isley Street from 5am to 10.30am |
Isley Street | Closed from Mitchell Street to Cook Street from 5am to 10.30am |
Cook Street | Closed from Howitt Street to The Esplanade from 5am to 10.30am |
The Esplanade | Closed from Cook Street to Ryan Street from 5am to 10.30am |
Ryan Street | Closed from The Esplanade to Primrose Street from 5am to 10.30am |
Primrose Street | Closed from Ryan Street to Heatleys Parade from 5am to 10.30am |
Heatleys Parade | Inbound lane closed from 6.30am to 10.30am |
Cape Pallarenda Road | Inbound lane closed from 6.30am to 10.30am |
Animals of any description are not allowed to accompany a competitor.
Personal assistance to any competitor is not allowed.
Jogging strollers and prams are only allowed in the 2.5K Hero Run, starting at the rear.
Roller blades, skates or skate boards are not permitted in any race.
Disputes should be directed to Event Administration within 30 minutes of finishing.
Walkers can enter all races except the Marathon.
Each year we look to have pacers across the major races — see below our amazing pacers for 2018
Marathon
John Nuttall — 4 Hours 15mins
Half Marathon
10Km
Mr Paramedic and Queensland Ambulance Service will provide medical services. The major medical facility is located near the finish line. Mr Paramedic also has mobile services around the course. If you have a medical problem on course, advise a marshal (located on each corner) or water stop attendant.
Drink stops are located at approximately 5km intervals along the course. Drink stops have Special drinks, Powerade electrolyte drink and water (in that order).
Sunscreen is available in the Festival Area
See maps for details.
Your special drinks can be left at Registration on Saturday, 3rd August or up until 5.15am Sunday, 4th August. Please place your drinks – marked with your race number and the Drink Stop (DS) number – in the boxes provided. Drink Stops (DS1, DS2 etc) are marked on the course maps provided.
Water stops are located at every 2.5km (approx.) along the course. These stops are stocked with water only. See maps for details.
Please be mindful of the following points in the interests of safety and a fair go for all competitors:
Roads will reopen from 10.30am and runners will be directed onto footpaths in order to finish.
The marathon cut-off time is 12 noon. Official timing and finish chutes will close from 12pm.
Provisional results will be displayed via the website or the APP. If you have a query, please direct it to Event Administration.
As you cross the finish line, you’ll pass through the hydration area to then collect your finisher medal from the respective race distance tent. Please take refreshment and pass through the tent to ease congestion for incoming runners. Access is restricted once you have passed through.
Take your time to recover and refresh with fresh fruit at the COLES Recovery area.
There is plenty of great food and beverages available from our festival partners located in the festival area.
If you pull out of an event, advise Event Administration. Wear sun safe clothing that is appropriate for your finishing time. Pay particular attention to hydration.
Massages will be available after the race in the Expo area.
Presentations will begin at the presentation stage from 9:30am
The Townsville Bulletin will publish a results liftout with full results, stories and photos on Monday, 5th August,2019. Online results will also be made available post event at www.townsvillerunningfestival.com
The live results will be publised in the online RESULT system thanks to RACE RESULTS/ Check the website link to access. Age group variables are also shown in your race view. Final race results will be posted on the Townsville Running Festival website after the Race and printed in the Townsville Bulletin.
(Please Note, These are subject to change).
** Note times are only a guide and may be impacted by disputes or pace of running field. These will be done as top 3 are avialable post finish.
All age categories are taken as age on the day of the event.
Minimum ages apply. Marathon minimum age is 18 years old. Half Marathon minimum age is 15 years old, however conditions do apply. Please contact admin@townsvillerunningfestival.com for more information. 10K Classic minimum age is 15 years old.
Marathon, Half Marathon and 10km (male and female)
15 – 17, 18 – 29, 30 – 39, 40 – 49, 50 – 59, 60 – 64, 65 – 69, 70 –74, 75 plus
SHOWN IN RACE RESULTS ONINE
5km Junior Fun Run (male and female)
9 – 11, 12 – 13, 14 – 15, 16 – 17 years
5km Walkers and adults are non-competitive
Trophies for 1st, 2nd and 3rd will be presented to overall winners in each race and 1st only to age category winners. There are no age trophies in the Adult 5km Run/Walk. Trophies and prizes must be collected at the post-race presentation. All prize money winners will be contacted post race for bank details.
Cash prizes will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd male and female in the Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K Classic and the 5K Junior Fun Run/ Walk; as well as for course records in all races.
Marathon | |||
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Male | Benjamin Ashkettle | 2:22:49 | 2014 |
Female | Hisae Yoshimatsu | 2:40:52 | 2012 |
Half Marathon | |||
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Male | Gemechu Woyecha | 1:06:24 | 2005 |
Female | Krishna Stanton | 1:17:43 | 2003 |
10K CLASSIC | |||
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Male | Rorey Hunter | 0:29:48 | 2018 |
Female | Tamara Carvolth | 0:36:04 | 2015 |
JUNIOR 5K | |||
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Male | Bini James | 0:15:53 | 2011 |
Female | Clio Ozanne-Jaques | 0:17:45 | 2016 |
PLACE | MALE & FEMALE | NEW COURSE REC. |
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1st | $3,000 | $1,000 |
2nd | $1,500 | – |
3rd | $750 | – |
PLACE | MALE & FEMALE | NEW COURSE REC. |
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1st | $1,500 | $700 |
2nd | $750 | – |
3rd | $450 | – |
PLACE | MALE & FEMALE | NEW COURSE REC. |
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1st | $1,000 | $500 |
2nd | $500 | – |
3rd | $300 | – |
PLACE | MALE & FEMALE | NEW COURSE REC. |
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1st | $250 | $200 |
2nd | $150 | – |
3rd | $100 | – |
Note: Only Juniors aged 17 years and under are eligible for prize money and trophies in the Fun Run. Adults are welcome, but non-competitive.