3 running events in Townsville, Queensland

This unique Transplant Australia event is a great way to connect with other transplant recipients, people waiting for a transplant and their families in a supportive environment. A great opportunity to build sporting skills, learn and participate in physical activity that is all inclusive.

Join us to learn at our education session, hear of the experience of others who have had a transplant, show our respect and care at the Donate Life Remembrance Service, refine your abilities, get expert guidance, and enjoy the journey of learning and growth through sport.

Event details and schedule

We are so excited to meet with you and provide events over what will be a great weekend to connect with others. We encourage you to participate in as much as you can over a weekend of diverse activities. This will be an all-inclusive event with an encouraging atmosphere.

Itinerary:

Friday 12th June

9:30am-11am - Connect & Education Session

Meet at the Goanna Room, Level 2 Acute Block, Townsville Hospital. Morning Tea included. Come and hear the experience of others who have faced dialysis and transplant, learn about supports that exist, Transplant Australia and living well after a transplant.

Saturday 13th June

9:45am meet for a 10:00am - Lighthouse Park, Palmer street, Townsville (Meet for a catch up over a light morning tea, prior to walking to the Yacht Club on the Marina for the Donate Life Remembrance Service). Followed by lunch (at own cost).

2:00pm-4:00pm - Townsville Sports Precinct. A time of enjoying warm ups, coaching and multisports in a family friendly all abilities environment.

5:00pm-7:30pm - Lawn Bowls & a BBQ dinner at Cutheringa Bowls Club

Sunday 14th June

9:00am-11:00am - Walk & Talk - an opportunity for exercise, meeting other transplant recipients and people on dialysis) whilst sharing in good conversation and a cuppa.

Meet at Strand Park Carpark, Townsville

Please Note:

• If you would like to apply for an accommodation subsidy (accommodation organised at your own extra expense and discretion), please feel free to contact us.

Join us for a fully supported, non-competitive trekking adventure on the stunning Magnetic Island!

Choose from 5km, 12km, 18km, or 25km routes, and experience the island’s breathtaking beauty as you explore at your own pace. Rally your friends and create unforgettable memories together in this tropical paradise

But that's not all – it's our 10th birthday and we are having a party! After the trek, kick back and enjoy the Afterglow: Beats and Eats event at Nomads.

Don’t miss out on the ultimate trekkin’ good time!

Our event charity partner is Fuel for Schools

Entry fees include

Fully supported walk across Magnetic Island

Entry into the Afterglow : Beats and Eats party

High quality performance event tee

On course fruit and hydration stations thanks to Woolworths

Chartered Bus transfer after the event from Nomads to the Nelly Bay Ferry terminal

On course professional photography

Bag transfer from the start line to the finish line

Discount travel with Sealink passenger ferry

Accommodation deals with Best of Magnetic