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the course
This memorable event starts at The Strand and offers a great chance for you to run or walk in support of an amazing cause, it is an experience not to be missed! The course takes in historic landmarks such as the Jezzine Barracks, Jezzine House, Townsville Customs House, and ANZAC Memorial Park, as well as scenic sights such as Kissing Point Boardwalk and the Rockpools.
| TIME | DETAIL | LOCATION |
| FRIDAY 4 APRIL | ||
|
9:00am – 1:00pm |
Early Race Pack Collection | Lavarack Barracks Gymnasium (ARMY ONLY) |
| SATURDAY 5 APRIL | ||
|
10:00am – 3:00pm |
Race Pack Collection | Jezzine Barracks |
| TIME | DETAIL | LOCATION |
| SUNDAY 6 APRIL | ||
|
5:00am |
Race Village Opens |
Jezzine Barracks |
|
6:30am* |
Starters Gun Fire – 10km |
Jezzine Barracks |
|
7:30am* |
Starters Gun Fire – 5km |
Jezzine Barracks |
|
10:00am |
Race Village Closes |
Jezzine Barracks |
*Subject to change pending final approval from stakeholders.
Whilst the emphasis is on participation, Run Army will present some prizes for overall winners.
On the day there will be the Run Army Shield for Overall First Place Male and First Place Female in the 10km Run, as well as podium medals for the Overall First, Second and Third Male and Female for the 5km, 10km and Wheelchair events.
The online results will have the following age categories in each gender available to see how you stack up against others.
U8, 8-10, 11-14, 15-17, 18-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85+
Your official result will be available for viewing as the race unfolds with live tracking of your progress on course. Your race number includes a special timing chip that will record your personal finish time. Overall finish line positions and times will be calculated on gun finish time for overall winners and personal chip finish time for all age category placings.
Incredible day and organised so well! Fantastic vibe! Can’t wait for 2025 event.
Run Army is a fun run promoting resilience, teamwork and endurance.
We invite the community to join us in recognising the ANZAC spirit and push themselves physically and mentally alongside current serving soldiers, and our First Responders from the Queensland Police, Queensland Ambulance and Queensland Fire and Emergency Services.
Run Army participants will run and walk 5km or 10km around Townsville CBD.
Participants will be able to choose a charity beneficiary, with $5 from their entry donated to their chosen service.
All entrants in the 10km Run/Walk and 5km Run/Walk Brisbane or Townsville events will receive timing, a free Event T-Shirt, and a medal at the finish line.
Run Army is an individual event, but you’re more than welcome to enter as a group with friends and family! Group entries are now available on the website.
Can’t make it to Townsville? Join us virtually!
Check out the Virtual event HERE.
Yes, the course is open to people of all ages. Children in prams can participate for free. (Children in prams will not be provided a T-Shirt or race bib unless they are a registered participant).
A sizing chart will be available at the time of booking. Please check the sizing chart online before registering.
There will be limited capacity on event weekend for swaps and changes, please chat with the team at registration.
Please ensure you are aware of all road closures and changed traffic conditions in place for the event. We recommend you plan to arrive at least 1.5hrs before your race start time.
There is limited storage onsite for your belongings. Your race number will include a tear off tag complete with your race number identification. Bring this with you and affix to your bag whilst you hit the streets of Townsville.
Note: Whilst all care is taken, baggage storage is utilised at your own risk. We take no responsibility for lost items and recommend leaving valuables at home.
If the event is cancelled due to COVID-19 restrictions or extreme weather you will be notified via email and/or SMS. Please note, as per the T&Cs, we will use reasonable efforts to minimise the cost to you, but entry fees and other costs will not be refunded.
Wet weather
In the event of wet weather, changes may be made to the course to ensure participant safety and in the event of extreme weather conditions the event may be cancelled.
Due to the charitable donation as part of your registration to the Run Army event, we would prefer not to provide refunds.
However we understand things happen, so in the case you do require a refund the following policy will apply:
I accept if I withdraw I will provide a request in writing to runarmy@nxsports.org and agree to the following calculations, knowing that a portion of my Fee has already been used to establish, market, and operate the Event:
Let’s stand united in our commitment to those who stand on the front lines for us every day.
Legacy North Queensland, Queensland Police Legacy, Firefighters Cancer Foundation Australia, Queensland Ambulance Service Legacy Scheme, SES Queensland Gift Fund & Surf Life Saving Queensland Foundation are the beneficiaries of funds raised from Townsville’s Run Army events.
