Galston parkrun

Parramatta Race Series 2026 - Race 2

12th July 2026

We're excited to announce that Race 2 of the Parramatta Race Series will take place on Sunday, 12 July 2026, at our temporary location of Silverwater Park.

Taking in the beautiful surroundings of the Newington Armory along the Parramatta River between Silverwater Park and the Newington Nature Reserve, choose from a Half Marathon, 10 km, 5 km, or 2 km distance. All courses are flat and run adjacent to the Parramatta River – making it the perfect course for a personal best or marking the first race for beginners.

All event finishers will receive a new 2026 Parramatta Race themed medal, post-race snack, sponsor giveaways, and a finisher certificate.

Saturday Orienteering Series

Castle Hill Showground and Fred Caterson Reserve

Ready to explore Sydney’s parks and urban bushland in a whole new way?

Whether you’re a confident navigator or just curious about giving orienteering a go, the Saturday Orienteering Series is your weekly chance to get outdoors, discover hidden pockets of nature, and build your skills one map at a time.

How you take part is entirely up to you:

• Head out solo and enjoy the challenge of finding the cleanest, smartest route

• Team up with friends for a shared adventure

• Or wander the course with family and make it a relaxed weekend outing

New to orienteering? Perfect. Each event includes clear maps, beginner‑friendly courses, and friendly guidance to help you get started. Just arrive in comfortable activewear and bring a sense of curiosity.

Saturdays become fresh air, gentle (or fast) exploration, and the fun of navigating through parks, reserves, and pockets of urban bushland you may never have noticed before.

Come along, get moving, and discover something new.

Meeting point - near the George Bell Hall and public toilets at Castle Hill Showground, 131Z Showground Rd, Castle Hill NSW 2154 (access is from Doran Drive)

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Start Window: 9:30am to 11am (start any time within this window)

Courses: Warm Up (recommended starting course for beginners), Short Line, Long Line, and Score. If you're not sure which one is best, we can work it out on the day! If you want more, entrants are also welcome to run multiple courses on the day.

SPORTident timing is used for all courses. If you do not own a SPORTident card, please hire one when entering.

Normal entry fees:

Adults - $18 (members -15%)

School Students - $15 (members -15%)

(a $2 late fee applies if entering after midday on Thursday before the event)

Timing card hire - $4 per entrant

Prices include GST and merchant fees.

Orienteering club members can claim the member discount through the use of the promo code "ONSW" at the checkout.

Experience the thrill of the Manly Dam Trails with our 8km looping course. Traverse along the water’s edge, soaking in the stunning views, before descending back down and crossing the Manly Dam Bridge. For anyone contemplating giving trail running a go this is a great place to start with a challenging but achievable course.

Event details and schedule

We have three entry categories, following the Manly Dam loop clockwise around the lake finishing over the Manly Dam Bridge.

8km - Lap 1

16km - Lap 2

24km - Lap 3

Saturday Orienteering Series

Lane Cove North

Ready to explore Sydney’s parks and urban bushland in a whole new way?

Whether you’re a confident navigator or just curious about giving orienteering a go, the Saturday Orienteering Series is your weekly chance to get outdoors, discover hidden pockets of nature, and build your skills one map at a time.

How you take part is entirely up to you:

• Head out solo and enjoy the challenge of finding the cleanest, smartest route

• Team up with friends for a shared adventure

• Or wander the course with family and make it a relaxed weekend outing

New to orienteering? Perfect. Each event includes clear maps, beginner‑friendly courses, and friendly guidance to help you get started. Just arrive in comfortable activewear and bring a sense of curiosity.

Saturdays become fresh air, gentle (or fast) exploration, and the fun of navigating through parks, reserves, and pockets of urban bushland you may never have noticed before.

Come along, get moving, and discover something new.

Meeting point - TBC

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Start Window: 9:30am to 11am (start any time within this window)

Courses: Warm Up (recommended starting course for beginners), Short Line, Long Line, and Score. If you're not sure which one is best, we can work it out on the day! If you want more, entrants are also welcome to run multiple courses on the day.

SPORTident timing is used for all courses. If you do not own a SPORTident card, please hire one when entering.

Normal entry fees:

Adults - $18 (members -15%)

School Students - $15 (members -15%)

(a $2 late fee applies if entering after midday on Thursday before the event)

Timing card hire - $4 per entrant

Prices include GST and merchant fees.

Orienteering club members can claim the member discount through the use of the promo code "ONSW" at the checkout.

Saturday Orienteering Series

Vision Valley (Pymble Ladies' College experiential learning campus)

Ready to explore Sydney’s parks and urban bushland in a whole new way?

Whether you’re a confident navigator or just curious about giving orienteering a go, the Saturday Orienteering Series is your weekly chance to get outdoors, discover hidden pockets of nature, and build your skills one map at a time.

How you take part is entirely up to you:

• Head out solo and enjoy the challenge of finding the cleanest, smartest route

• Team up with friends for a shared adventure

• Or wander the course with family and make it a relaxed weekend outing

New to orienteering? Perfect. Each event includes clear maps, beginner‑friendly courses, and friendly guidance to help you get started. Just arrive in comfortable activewear and bring a sense of curiosity.

Saturdays become fresh air, gentle (or fast) exploration, and the fun of navigating through parks, reserves, and pockets of urban bushland you may never have noticed before.

Come along, get moving, and discover something new.

Meeting point - Vision Valley, 7 Vision Valley Rd, Arcadia, NSw, 2159

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Start Window: 9:30am to 11am (start any time within this window)

Courses: Warm Up (recommended starting course for beginners), Short Line, Long Line, and Score. If you're not sure which one is best, we can work it out on the day! If you want more, entrants are also welcome to run multiple courses on the day.

SPORTident timing is used for all courses. If you do not own a SPORTident card, please hire one when entering.

Normal entry fees:

Adults - $18 (members -15%)

School Students - $15 (members -15%)

(a $2 late fee applies if entering after midday on Thursday before the event)

Timing card hire - $4 per entrant

Prices include GST and merchant fees.

Orienteering club members can claim the member discount through the use of the promo code "ONSW" at the checkout.