West Beach parkrun runs along the beautiful coastline then inland along the Torrens River. It sits between the more famous beachside suburbs of Glenelg and Henley and if you’re looking for a great crowd, beautiful scenery and a swimming beach, this is parkrun you should visit. There are horses in the paddocks between the…
The Canning River Regional Park covers both sides of the Canning River, Perth’s second main river, which joins the Swan River Estuary through its South-Eastern suburbs. Canning River parkrun (CRp) is a circular course that takes in many of the park’s natural features. But we are getting ahead of ourselves. CRp opens an Event…
Panania is a beautiful aboriginal word meaning sun rising in the east and shining on the hills. The course starts at the ‘Field of Dreams Reserve’, so already from its name, Panania parkrun is setting expectations high. And it doesn’t disappoint. Panania is located in Sydney’s South West, in the Canterbury-Bankstown area. Like many suburbs…
Parkville parkrun takes place in Princes Park, just 3.5km north of Melbourne’s CBD. A short tram ride from the Melbourne CBD or potentially walkable if you’re feeling enthusiastic, so it’s super easy for visitors to get to. Princes Park dates back to 1873 when it was reserved as parkland to be kept “for…
Known as one of the hardest but most scenic events in Australia, Shellharbour parkrun is held in the picturesque Reflections Killalea Reserve, where you will also find two of Australia’s premier surfing beaches – Mystics and The Farm. Located within the suburb of Shell Cove, the Killalea Reserve was named after Edward Killalea, a dairy…
In February 2019, a huge monsoonal rain lead to flooding in the Townsville and Burdekin region. Lives were lost, houses were ruined and thousands of families lost all of their belongings. Many families were displaced living in hotels or in lounge rooms of friends and loved ones as their homes were inhospitable. Riverway parkrun (along…
Blackbutt parkrun is located in an amazing bushland setting in the middle of Newcastle – a Nature Reserve that is managed by Newcastle City Council rangers, who have been a great support to since launching in August 2013. The Reserve has excellent facilities, with two separate children’s playgrounds, native animal and bird enclosure and…
It’s always sunny at Inverloch, sometimes the sun is above the clouds though. In close proximity to Melbourne, the town has a welcoming, friendly vibe, with great beaches, shops and restaurants. Visiting parkrun is a great excuse to make a weekend at this small seaside village. Located approximately 150kms south-east of Melbourne in South…
A hidden gem north of Brisbane, Maryborough parkrun is not as well known as a tourist destination but there are many things to see and do after you have finished this friendly parkrun! Maryborough is located on the beautiful Fraser Coast, approximately 3 hours drive north of Brisbane. Famous for being the birthplace…
Is Galston parkrun the most scenic parkrun in Sydney? The course passes gardens, lakes, bridges and birdlife, which helps distract from the hills! The course is 3 laps of Fagan Park, starting and finishing near the playground at the top of the park. The 2nd lap has an extra detour at the bottom to make…
