There's plenty happening throughout the year at Mackay Road Runners.
Our calendar includes weekend races, social runs, championship events, midweek training and major running events throughout Mackay and the surrounding region.
Check this page regularly and follow the club on Facebook for any last-minute changes to locations or start times.
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The main Mackay Road Runners season runs from approximately February to October.
Throughout the season you'll find:
Running doesn't stop when the formal season finishes.
The club regularly holds more relaxed social runs and activities during the warmer months.
Check the calendar for current dates once the feed is connected.
Can't make the weekend run?
Regular midweek sessions give members another opportunity to train and run socially.
SOCIAL
A relaxed club run with no championship or handicap points attached.
SCR
Everyone starts together – members accrue handicap points.
HC
Runners start at different times based on their allocated handicap. Members accrue handicap points.
CC
A scratch start designated race that contributes towards the Mackay Road Runners Club Open and Age Championship – members accrue handicap points.
Wednesdays · 5:30pm
Looking for a midweek running session in Mackay?
Join Mackay Road Runners at the Mackay Aquatic and Recreation Complex (“ARC”).
When: Wednesday, 5:30pm
Where: Mackay Aquatic and Recreation Complex, 193 Boundary Road, Ooralea
Sessions are suitable for different running abilities and can include speed, endurance and general fitness work.
Beginners are welcome.
A fee is payable to the ARC by each participant for use of the facility.
Please note that the fee is subject to change by Mackay Regional Council (“MRC”).
Throughout the season
Throughout the season, members can take part in several club competitions.
Selected events on the Mackay Road Runners calendar are designated as Club Championship races. Members earn points based on eligible race performances throughout the season.
Members can also compete against runners within their age category.
Handicap races give runners of different speeds the chance to compete more evenly. Instead of everyone starting together, runners are given different start times based on previous performances. The goal is simple: bring everyone closer together at the finish.
Championship points stay hidden during the official running season. Winners are announced at presentation night.
Age grading helps runners compare performances across different age groups. Rather than looking only at finish time, age grading considers age when measuring the performance. It’s another way for members to track progress and compare results across the club.
Client review: current championship rules and the age-grading system used are awaiting confirmation.
Find your next run
Join Mackay Road Runners and become part of a welcoming local running community for all ages, abilities and experience levels.
