2014 McDonald's Townsville Running Festival Race Guide

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WELCOME TO THE MCDONALD’S TOWNSVILLE RUNNING FESTIVAL MINISTER’S MESSAGE

Welcome to the Townsville Running Festival – another great Townsville North Queensland experience on the State’s dynamic and growing events calendar.

Tourism is one of the four pillars of the Queensland economy. A key theme of the recently launched Destination Success 20-year plan for Queensland tourism is to identify and promote iconic experiences throughout Queensland’s many destinations.

By working hand-in-hand through an industry-government partnership, we have a plan to secure the long term future of Queensland’s tourism industry.

The government is proud to support the Townsville Running Festival through Tourism and Events Queensland, recognising the importance of events in driving visitors to regional areas and showcasing Queensland’s destination experiences.

Events like this are not only a source of community pride, they also bring social and economic benefit to the host community and will assist us to reach our goal to double annual overnight visitor expenditure from $15 billion to $30 billion by 2020.

The Townsville Running Festival is supported through Tourism and Events Queensland’s Regional Development Program, which to date has invested more than $23.5 million across 1,091 Queensland events.

I would like to thank the local community, volunteers and event organisers for their terrific efforts in delivering this event for Townsville North Queensland.

The Hon. Jann Stuckey Queensland Minister for Tourism, Major Events, Small Business and the Commonwealth Games

COMMITTEE MEMBERS

The McDonald’s® Townsville Running Festival is organised by: Tony Hockings

Running Festival Chair Person

Tony Gordon Antony Daamen Brian Armit John Simmons Lisa Budd Brendan Carter Kevin Thomas Ian Frazer Col Taylor Monique Flores Geoff Stanton Dee Flynn-Pittar Mad Maggies Promotions Harshmellow Media + Design

Townsville Road Runners President Treasurer Race Director Site Manager Committee Member Tourism Representative Water Stops Water Stops & Marathon Mates Water Stops Volunteer Coordinator First Aid Coordinator Merchandise Coordinator Event management Public Relations & Graphic Design

Townsville has a long and proud history of hosting a vibrant running festival in the middle of the tropical winter.

Initiated in 1999, the McDonald’s® Townsville Running Festival was Australia’s first event that brought together courses of various lengths, and runners of diverse ability in the one program to create an official ‘festival’. With just 315 competitors lining the streets in that first year, word of Townsville’s friendly local runners and stunning course has spread and we now have almost 3,000 runners join us on the first Sunday of August each year.

With the starting pistol firing before the sun rises, runners in the Tony Ireland Holden Townsville Marathon are privy to some of the most spectacularly lit views of Townsville’s historic city centre and the seemingly endless stretch of sand and glistening Coral Sea that run side by side with the course.

As the sun comes up and the morning’s first rays of light start to bounce off the rocky face of iconic Castle Hill the pitter-patter of marathoners’ feet is joined by a stampede of runners in shorter events including the Queensland Country Health Fund Half Marathon, The Athlete’s Foot 10K Classic, The Townsville Bulletin Adult 5K Fun Run and Walk, The McDonald’s Junior 5K Fun Run and Walk, and this year, the brand new Townsville Airport 2.5K Hero Run. The McDonald’s® Townsville Running Festival provides a direct economic boost to the community, while promoting awareness and education on fitness, nutrition and healthy lifestyles– all of which contribute to fostering a strong and vibrant community.

Raising money for charity and community groups in the region has always been an immense goal of the Festival.

There is a large focus on Ronald McDonald House Charities and its work for families who need it most. Illness, uncertainty and fear can have a devastating affect on families. The Townsville Airport 2.5K Hero Run allows competitors, individuals or a team, to choose their own community group or local cause. Runners can get active and make an impact by increasing awareness of important issues.

word of Townsville’s friendly local runners and stunning course has spread

TOWNSVILLE MARATHON 10 YEAR CLUB The 10 Year Club has been formed to recognise those runners who have completed 10 Townsville Marathons. Each member inducted to the Club is given a personalised race number, polo shirt and certificate with finishing details.

Current 10 Year Club members are: NO: 42001

Tony Felesina

NO of Tsv Marathons: 13

NO: 42002

David Cannings

NO of Tsv Marathons: 11 NO: 42003

Geoff Stanton

NO of Tsv Marathons: 10 NO: 42004

Rodney Rutherford NO of Tsv Marathons: 10

For a complete list of all runners to finish a Townsville Marathon visit

www.townsvillerunningfestival.com BRIEF HISTORY

From a humble starting field of 10 runners on 23 September 1973, theTony Ireland Holden Townsville Marathon is now the 2nd oldest marathon in Australia. This event is owned and run by Townsville Road Runners Inc – an event run by runners for runners.

BE PART OF A HALF MARATHON SERIES

NO: 42005

Paul Crouch-Chivers NO of Tsv Marathons: 10

GET 25% OF BROOKS FOOTWEAR

When you present your McDonald’s Townsville Running Festival race entry to The Athlete’s Foot in the Event Area or in store at Castletown or Willows.

Discount applies to Recommended Retail Price. Proof of Race Entry must be presented to claim this offer.

QLD Masters Half Marathon Championships In 2014 the QLD Masters Half Marathon Championships are incorporated into the McDonald’s Townsville Running Festival. Masters runners from throughout QLD are welcome to compete.

ANQ Half Marathon Series This inaugural series is being conducted in 2014 by Athletics North Queensland. It is a points-based series incorporating the half marathon races in the Burdekin, Mackay, Airlie Beach, Townsville and Cairns regions.

IMPORTANT THINGS TO NOTE RESULTS

The provisional results for each race will be posted on a notice board in the Event Arena as they become available on Sunday morning.

Final race results will be posted on the McDonald’s Townsville Running Festival website and printed in the Townsville Bulletin on Monday, 4 August, 2014.

RACE PHOTOS

Supersport Images are once again the official photographic partner of the McDonald’s Townsville Running Festival and will have team members on course shooting all of the action. Your official images will be available for purchase post-event. You will receive an email from Supersport Images with a direct link to all identifiable photos of you from the day.

SOCIAL MEDIA

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MOISTURE MANAGEMENT TEMPERATURE CONTROL

ANTI-ODOUR / ANTIMICROBIAL EXCLUSIVE TO EVOLUTION

ANATOMICAL DESIGN

PADDED PROTECTION ARCH SUPPORT AIRFLOW SEAMLESS TECHNOLOGY

DESIGNED BY PODIATRISTS 30 DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE

BEFORE THE RACE REGISTRATION & RACE NUMBER COLLECTION

You must pick up your race number, which is in your race pack, at the Tobruk Pool on the Strand between 11am and 4pm on Saturday, 2 August, 2014 (the day before the event). *IMPORTANT NOTE: Late entries and race changes will only be accepted on Saturday, 2 August between 11am and 4pm.

RACE START TIMES AND ASSEMBLY

It is recommended you get to the Race Precinct one hour before your race starts and to the start area at least 20 minutes before the gun goes. If you are not at the start area when the gun is fired, you may not be allowed to start.

TIME 5.30am 7.10am 7.45am 8.45am 9.00am 9.05am

RACE Tony Ireland Holden Townsville Marathon Queensland Country Health Fund Half Marathon The Athlete’s Foot 10K Classic Townsville Airport 2.5K Hero Run/Walk McDonald’s Junior 5K Fun Run/Walk Townsille Bulletin Adult 5K Fun Run/Walk

ASSEMBLY AREA On The Strand, facing Ross Creek On The Strand, facing Ross Creek On The Strand, facing Ross Creek On The Strand, facing The Rockpool On The Strand, facing The Rockpool On The Strand, facing The Rockpool

RACE NUMBERS

New this year TEAR-OFF STRIP

It is compulsory to wear your race number in your race.

A timing device is attached to your number. This device can be checked on a timing mat located at registration on Saturday. Attach your race number with pins provided – do not fold, bend or wrinkle your race number.

A tear-off strip is attached to your race number to be used as identification at bag drop.

For identification purposes wear your race number facing forward. We urge you to complete the medical details on the rear of your race number. Race numbers are colour coded per race. You are entitled to keep your race number and timing tag as a souvenir. Many runners are now competing in events in honour or in memory of someone. All race numbers this year have a space to write a name if you wish. Remember no race number means no race time.

BAG DROP

RACE BRIEFING

RACE SINGLETS

This year we have introduced race briefings on registration day. Join our Race Director at 12pm or 2pm on Saturday, 2 August in front of The Athlete’s Foot marquee to get the low down on your race.

A Bag Drop tent will be located in the corner of the race assembly area, on the grass in front of Tobruk Pool. A tear-off bag identification tag is attached to your race number.

Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K Runners Early Bird registrants will receive a race singlet in their correct size when they collect their race packs on Saturday, August 2. Normal registrants will receive a singlet coupon from the Merchandise Stand. Correct sizes are not guaranteed; first-in, best-dressed. Late registrants (those who register on Saturday, August 2) are not guaranteed a singlet, but may collect a left-over one on Sunday.

Hero Run All competitors will receive a Townsville Airport Hero Run Visor and souvenir bag.

65 UNITE FOR HERO RUN IN SISTERS’ MEMORY Fundraising in the Townsville Airport 2.5K Hero Run appeals to many people, including the 65-strong ‘Team Harling.’

Members are flying in to Townsville from across Australia to participate in various Festival events, in memory of sisters Debbie Harling and Katrina Searle.

You don’t have to be faster than a speeding bullet to take part.

Get your friends together, put on your capes and masks and take part in the inaugural Townsville Airport 2.5K Hero Run to raise money for a local cause or community group your choice.

YOU CAN FUNDRAISE FOR: •

Your School

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Your Sporting team

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Your Community group; or

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Your nominated charity

IT’S EASY: 1 Register your team or oganisation online 2 Receive your electronic fundraising pack 3 Start fundraising

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Debbie, 50, died from a cardiac arrest in 2012, while Katrina, 45, was lost to Bipolar Disorder this year; but not before the sisters inspired those around them with their courage and determination. Among the team are Katrina’s husband Steve and her two children; Katrina and Debbie’s brother, sister, and 71-year-old mother; and many friends and relatives.

Dallas Bell, who’s been coordinating Team Harling, said both sisters were independent and lived every day with purpose.

“Debbie’s blood clots lead to her having both legs amputated and living in a wheelchair in her late 30s,” said Dallas.

Debbie remained independent, finding work and taking up wheelchair basketball. Katrina showed the same determination, doing everything that she could and not letting anything stop her. Mrs Bell says the sisters remain an inspiration to everyone.

Team Harling will run in singlets with a verse dedicated to the ladies, and after the race will release balloons in tribute.

“While most of us will be running 2.5km or 5km, I’ll be taking on the half marathon. I know it’s going to be physically taxing, but if Deb could live her last years in a wheelchair and Trina with Bipolar without complaint, a two-hour run should be easy by comparison,” Dallas said.

BEFORE THE RACE EVENT ARENA

This is the grassed area behind Tobruk Pool – it includes the finish line, event administration, water tent, food, first aid, massages, spectator seating, presentation stage and more.

Access to the Event Arena will be from the waterfall end of Tobruk Pool as the Strand promenade will be closed at the Water Park toilet block and Mariners Drive from 5am on Sunday, 3 August. All pedestrian traffic will be directed onto the footpath around Tobruk Pool from 5am to 12pm.

There will be no need for competitors to access the Event Arena prior to race starts and access will be restricted.

TOILETS

Portable toilets will be available adjacent to the Race Assembly Area and Bag Drop tents. On course – public toilets are available at Strand Park (next to Picnic Bay SLSC) and the Rockpool; and portable toilets near Seagulls, Rowes Bay (opp Caravan Park) and at 3 Mile Creek.

TRAVEL AND PARKING

Best vehicle access to the Festival is via North Ward. Both lanes of The Strand will be closed from 5am until 10.30am.

Do not try to access the area from Flinders Street.

Best parking options are in North Ward including the parking station in Leichardt Street.

Allow extra time to travel, park and walk to the event. We suggest you plan to arrive at the event one hour prior to race start to allow plenty of time to warm up and get to the assembly area.

ROAD SAFETY

Runners will have to share some areas of the Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K courses with traffic. Traffic will be controlled by Police and Traffic Controllers. Please obey any Police instructions. Run on the left hand side of the course or as directed by the race marshals stationed on each corner.

The 5K and 2.5K courses are traffic free.

ROAD CLOSURES

For the safety of our runners the following road closures will be in place on 3 August, 2014: ROAD Sir Leslie Theiss Drive Entertainment Drive Upper Wickham Street The Strand Howitt Street Mitchell Street Isley Street Cook Street The Esplanade Ryan Street Primrose Street Heatley’s Parade Cape Pallarenda Road

DETAILS Kerbside lanes closed from 5am to 8.30am Kerbside lanes closed from 5am to 8.30am Closed from Finders Street to the Strand from5am to 8.30am Both lanes closed to traffic from 5am to 10.30am Closed from The Strand to Rose Street from 5am to 10am Closed from Howitt Street to Islay Street from 5am to 10am Closed from Mitchell Street to Cook Street from 5am to 10am Closed from Howitt Street to The Esplanade from 5am to 10am Closed from Cook Street to Ryan Street from 5am to 10am Closed from The Esplanade to Primrose Street from 5am to 10am Closed from Ryan Street to Heatleys Parade from 5am to 10am Inbound lane closed from 6.30am to 10am Inbound lane closed to north of Maskell Street from 6.30am to 10am

SUPER MUM READY TO RUN This year, the brand new Townsville Airport 2.5K Hero Run has opened the McDonald’s® Townsville Running Festival up to people of all ages, including children in prams and runners as young as five for the first time.

Townsville parents Kerrie and Todd Hinschen have entered the event and will be running with their 17 month old son Harley wheeled along in front of them.

“I started running after Harley was born, and completed a 10km run when he was six months old,” Mrs Hinschen said.

“This will be the first event I have entered with the pram, but I’ve had practise running around Riverside Gardens with Harley and my husband to prepare for the Hero Run.” President of the Townsville Road Runners, Tony Gordon, said adding the Townsville Airport Hero Run to the Festival has been a big step towards making the event even more inclusive and community-minded.

“We’re always on the look out for ways to make fitness more accessible to everyone and the Hero Run means that we can finally open the Festival up to new mums and engage children in active living from a very young age. Adding a kid-and pram-friendly event means families can all run in the Festival together, and choose any local organisation to raise money for in the process.”

The possibility of fundraising for a charity appealed to the Hinschens, who will donate funds they raise to ACT for Kids.

“ACT for Kids has been close to our hearts for some time – for Harley’s first birthday, we asked people to make a donation to them instead of giving Harley birthday presents,” Mrs Hinschen said.

“We’re thinking of becoming foster carers down the track, so we admire the work that ACT for Kids does and want to be able to contribute to them in some way.”

Adding a kid-and pram-friendly event means families can all run in the Festival together

YOU’RE INVITED TO RUN TOWNSVILLE AND EXPLORE THE REGION If you’re attending this year’s McDonald’s Townsville Running Festival as a visitor to our fair city, we’re sure you’ll find our tropical winter and relaxed way of life provide a diverse array of ways to unwind after your run.

Townsville North Queensland’s exotic collection of destinations and attractions is enough to spark anyone’s curiosity. Discover reef and islands, outback and wetlands, rivers and rainforest, history and heritage – all within a short drive of one of Australia’s most bustling cities. Wander, ramble, peer and unearth, and you’ll leave with something more precious than gold: the feeling of being alive.

www.townsvillenorthqueensland.com.au Magnetic Jet Adrenalin Jet Ski Tours offers a 90min “Top End” Tour ($170) or 3hr “Around the Island” ($360) on LUXURY craft. Two people per ski, breathtaking scenery, wildlife encounters, all equipment included.

www.facebook.com/AdrenalinJetSkiTours Billabong Sanctuary is Australia’s Best Interactive Wildlife Experience, where you can hold a koala, cuddle a wombat, wrap a python around you – It is all about close up encounters.

Support the North Queensland Cowboys as they take on the Gold Coast Titans at 1300SMILES Stadium on 1-4 August, 2014 (TBC). For tickets, go to:

www.cowboys.com.au Reef HQ Aquarium is the World’s Largest Living Coral Reef Aquarium and provides the most outstanding Great Barrier Reef Aquarium experience through education, inspiration and entertainment.

www.billabongsanctuary.com.au

www.reefHQ.com.au

SeaLink is your ticket to Paradise – Magnetic Island, just 20 minutes from main land Townsville. With up to 18 services daily, accommodation, day tours, transport, activities and packages, SeaLink is your one-stop shop.

City Oasis Inn is the official accommodation partner of the McDonald’s Townsville Running Festival and the team will do all they can to ensure you have a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

www.sealinkqld.com.au

www.cityoasis.com.au/

DURING THE RACE RACE POLICIES • Animals of any description are not allowed to accompany a competitor.

• Personal assistance to any competitor is not allowed.

• Jogging strollers and prams are only allowed in the 2.5K Hero Run, starting at the rear.

• Roller blades, skates or skate boards are not permitted in any race.

• Disputes should be directed to Event Administration within 30 minutes of finishing.

• Walkers can enter all races except the Marathon.

MEDICAL

St John’s Ambulance and Queensland Ambulance Service will provide medical services. The major medical facility is located near the finish line, behind Tobruk Pool. St John’s Ambulance also has mobile services around the course. If you have a medical problem on course, advise a marshal (located on each corner) or water stop attendant.

DRINK STOPS (DS1, DS2 ETC)

Drink stops are located at approximately 5K intervals along the course. Drink stops have Special drinks, Powerade electrolyte drink and water (in that order).

Vaseline and sunscreen are located around the course.

SPECIAL DRINKS

Your special drinks can be left at Registration on Saturday, 2 August or up until 5.15am Sunday, 3 August.

Please place your drinks – marked with your race number and the Drink Stop (DS) number – in the boxes provided. Drink Stops (DS1, DS2 etc) are marked on the course maps provided.

WATER STOPS (WS1, WS2, ETC)

RACE ETIQUETTE

Please be mindful of the following points in the interests of safety and a fair go for all competitors: • The use of iPods and earphones is discouraged: or, if you need music, leave one earpiece out.

• Position yourself on the start line relative to your ability, this makes for a safer and more efficient start for everyone. If you are walking in a race, position yourself at the rear • Always run on the left hand side of the lane in the direction of travel, this allows faster runners (particularly marathoners finishing along The Strand during the 5K) room to pass • Do not form a roadblock across the lane • Do not suddenly change direction or stop, especially at the start • Do not get frustrated with the lack of speed at the start, take it easy • Always obey the directions of race officials and emergency services personnel

New this year PACE RUNNERS This year we are introducing ‘Official Pacers’ to the McDonald’s Townsville Running Festival. Look for them on course in their marked race singlets.

THEY ARE: PACE GROUP Half Marathon 10K Classic

NAME Simon O’Regan Ian Frazer Mark Buccholz Michael Harding

TIME 1.30 1.45 45 min 50 min

Water stops are located at every 2.5K (approx.) along the course. These stops are stocked with water only.

Pace Runners will be introduced to runners at each Race Briefing

AFTER THE RACE

CUT OFF TIMES

Roads will reopen from 10am and runners will be directed onto footpaths. Water stops will begin to close but supplies will be left out for finishers to use. Official timing and finish chutes will begin to close at 12pm

PROVISIONAL TIMING AND RESULTS

Provisional results will be displayed on boards near Event Administration during the morning. If you have a query, please direct it to Event Administration.

ANYTHING ELSE

If you pull out of an event, advise Event Administration.

Wear sun safe clothing that is appropriate for your finishing time. Pay particular attention to hydration.

POWERADE RECOVERY TENT

As you cross the finish line, you’ll be given a finisher’s medallion and ushered into the Powerade Water Tent.

Please take refreshment and pass through the tent to ease congestion for incoming runners. Access is restricted once you have passed through.

LAMBERTS RECOVERY AREA

Take your time to recover and refresh with fresh fruit at the Lamberts Recovery area.

FOOD AND BEVERAGES

In keeping with tradition, Townsville Road Runners will provide free tea and coffee to all competitors.

AFTER THE RACE

POST-RACE SHOWERS

You are welcome to use the showers at Tobruk Pool after your run. Access is via the gate next to the outside kiosk

MASSAGES

Massages will be available on the outside lawn area near the pool fence.

PRESENTATION

Presentations will begin at the Presentation stage from 9.30am.

New this year

RACE CERTIFICATE A Finisher’s certificate – bearing your name, placing, and times – will be available as a free download after the race. Please visit TimingWizards.com.au for your certificate.

RESULTS LIFTOUT

The Townsville Bulletin will publish a results liftout with full results, stories and photos on Monday, 4 August, 2014.

THE ATHLETE’S FOOT AND BROOKS CHILL OUT LOUNGE

Get the red carpet treatment when you finish your race. Relax in the bean bags, load up on refreshments and enter our photo competition for your chance to win a Brooks pack valued at $500.

New this year

FINISHER’S MEDAL This year your Finisher’s Medal can be personalised with your name, Townsville Running Festival event and finishing time after the race.

For $10 we’ll send you an engraved plate bearing your race details to stick on your medallion. Plus for every plate purchased, $1 will be donated to Ronald McDonald House Charities.

Order your plate at www.townsvillerunningfestival.com

PRESENTATION MEDAL PRESENTATIONS

Presentations of prize money and noteworthy achievements will begin in the Event Area at 9.30am

PRESENTATIONS WILL BE MADE IN THE FOLLOWING ORDER: • Opening speeches and random prize draws • Tony Ireland Holden Townsville Marathon • 10 Year Club Presentation • Queensland Country Health Fund Half Marathon • The Athlete’s Foot 10K Classic • The Townsville Bulletin Chosen Ones • Townsville Bulletin and McDonald’s 5K Fun Run/ Walks • Townsville Airport 2.5K Hero Run

CATEGORIES:

Marathon, Half Marathon and 10km (male and female) 18 – 29, 30 – 39, 40 – 49, 50 – 59, 60 - 64, 65 - 69, 70 - 74, 75 plus Big Person Trophy (marathon only) over 86kg - weighed in at registration.

Trophies for 1st, 2nd and 3rd will be presented to overall winners in each race and 1st only to age category winners. There are no age trophies in the Adult 5km Run/Walk.

A “Big Person” Trophy will be presented to the first marathon competitor to finish the race weighing over 86kg (weight recorded at registration on Saturday).

Trophies and prizes must be collected at the post race presentation.

CASH PRIZES will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd male and female in the Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K Classic and the 5K Junior Fun Run/ Walk; as well as for course records in all races.

PLACE 1st 2nd 3rd PLACE 1st 2nd 3rd PLACE 1st 2nd 3rd

5km Junior Fun Run (male and female) 9 - 11, 12 – 13, 14 – 15, 16 – 17 years 5km Walkers and adults are non-competitive

CURRENT COURSE RECORDS MARATHON Male Oswald Kahuryzi Female Hisae Yoshimatsu HALF MARATHON Male Gemechu Woyecha Female Krishna Stanton 10K CLASSIC Male Thomas Briggs Female Joanne Crackett 5K JUNIOR Male Bini James Female IsisFlynn-Pittar

PRIZE MONEY

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2010 2012

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2013 2011

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MARATHON MALE & FEMALE NEW COURSE REC. $3,000 $1,000 $1,500 $750 HALF MARATHON MALE & FEMALE NEW COURSE REC. $1,500 $700 $750 $450 10K CLASSIC MALE & FEMALE NEW COURSE REC. $1,000 $500 $500 $300 5K JUNIOR MALE & FEMALE NEW COURSE REC. $250 $200 $150 $100 -

Note: Only Juniors aged 17 years and under are eligible for prize money and trophies in the Fun Run. Adults are welcome, but non-competitive.

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ESPECIALLY FOR MARATHONERS A Big Welcome to the Tony Ireland Townsville Marathoners!

With not long to go to the 2014 Tony Ireland Townsville Marathon it is time to recover from any niggling injuries and strengthen for the big day. Unfortunately this year we are not holding a Friday night dinner but we hope to re-introduce the dinner next year.

Registration is on Saturday 2nd August in the event arena behind Tobruk Pool starting at 11am until 4pm

RACE DAY SUNDAY 3RD AUGUST

Please note: The Tony Ireland Townsville Marathon will start at 5.30am. Please assemble for the start of the race at 5.20am. This year, we will start on the road in front of the Tobruk Pool, North Ward to avoid running on the dark footpath before sunrise.

CLIMATE

It is expected to be dry (which is typical for this time of the year) and approximately 11-15oC at the start of the race. By late morning the day should warm to the mid-20s. We will have a closer prediction of the race day temperature throughout the week. If it is warm please remember to stay hydrated with electrolytes, avoid over hydration and consider wearing a hat.

WHERE TO PARK

Marathoners can park directly in front/beside Tobruk Pool; from Gelatissimo to the Waterfall on far side of The Strand; and towards the Rockpool on both sides opposite St Patricks College.

Please keep clear from the Waterfall to the Fryer Street roundabout on the Castle Hill side of this block, as this

will be the starting area for other races. Parked cars can not be moved before 9am. The Strand and Howitt Street will close before the Marathon begins, so access to The Strand must be prior to 5am.

Special drinks can be left at the registration on Saturday, August 2 between 11am until 4pm or on Sunday 3rd up until 5.10am. The drink used at the drink station is Powerade.

Toilets can be located in and outside Tobruk Pool prior to the start of the Marathon. Change rooms/toilets are also located inside Tobruk Pool.

The Marathon Course is 2 x 10.5k loops plus 1 x 21.1k loop. The latter is the Half Marathon course which starts at 7.10am. See maps on the website as well as large maps at registration on Saturday. We will have someone stationed at those maps on Saturday to answer any questions. Most of the course is divided by cones – please stay to the left.

K Markers – all marks are located on signs about 1 metre high on the left hand side of the course in the running direction. Marathon marks are blue. Half Marathon marks are yellow and marks common to both courses are blue/yellow.

Have a great run and enjoy the day. I expect the breakfast partiers to again be on The Esplanade at Rowes Bay. They offer good encouragement as you run past the party several times!

Post-race Massage will be available for $1 per minute and if you don’t want a deep tissue massage it may be wise to remind the masseur first.

The Post-race Party will be heldat the Watermark on The Strand from 2pm. We will see you there if you are ready to party after the run or just have a quiet drink to celebrate the day.

Happy Running Geoff Stanton On behalf of the TRF Committee

HYDRATION FOR MARATHONERS How important is hydration to a marathoner’s safety and performance?

Staying properly hydrated is important during marathon racing for both safety and performance.

Hydration status in marathon runners depends on the balance between sweat losses and fluid replacement. Dehydration occurs when fluid losses are not adequately replaced and its risk can be increased by: • Warm, humid conditions • Male Gender • Fitness level • Acclimitazation • Running Pace Keeping the body properly hydrated improves marathon safety and performance by maintaining blood valume and cardiovascular function.

Dehydration decrases blood volume, increases heart rate and impedes heat loss, causing marathoners to slow their pace and drop out of the race.

It is also possible for runners to drink too much fluid, which can result in a potentially fatal condition called exercise-associated hypnotremia (EAH). EAH often occurs in slower marathoners, as they have the greatest opportunity to intake fluid faster than they’re losing it.

Balancing fluid intake and loss is the fluid replacement goal for a safe and efficient marathon. It’s important to determine your individual fluid needs, as they will differ from runner to runner.

WHAT IS EAH AND WHY IS IT DANGEROUS?

EAH is defined as a blood sodium concentration less than 135 mmol/L. The sodium in sports drink may delay the onset of EAH, but drinking too much sports drink can still result in it. Fluid overload dilutes the blood’s sodium concentration and if the kidneys do not clear the excess water the brain can swell. Significant brain swelling can be fatal.

WHAT ARE THE SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EAH?

Syptoms begin to appear when serum sodium levels fall below 135 mmol/L and water begins to flow into the body cells.

Early symptoms of EAH include weight gain, puffiness, nausea, increasing headache, vomiting and ‘just not feeling right’. More serious symptoms can include confusion, irritability or seizures.

If left untreated EAH can lead to serious brain swelling, lung, congestion, coma and death.

It can take time for EAH symptoms to appear, so be aware of these symptoms for a few hours after each race and avoid drinking large amounts of fluid until you are urinating normally.

WHAT ARE THE SIGNS OF DEHYDRATION?

Signs and symptoms of dehydration can include headache. Thirst, dizziness, nausea, muscle cramps, weakness, abnormal chills, thick saliva, irritability and fatigue.

HOW CAN I AVOID DEHYDRATION?

The best way to avoid dehydration is to drink enough fluid to minimise weight loss during the race, but avoid over-drinking and weight-gain. In faster runners, thirst can lag behind and be a late indicator that dehydration has begun, In slower runners, thirst is a timely indicator that you should begin to replace your fluids.

HOW DO I KNOW HOW MUCH TO DRINK?

To determine your unique fluid needs, estimate your sweat rate by weighing yourself naked and then running for 1 hour in the same conditions you expect for race day. Do not drink during this run. At the end of the run, towel off and weigh yourself naked again. The differences in weight (ounces) is about your hourly sweat rate and no more than that should be replaced in each hour of your race.

Eg. If you’ve lost 12oz during your run, you’ll need to drink no more 4oz every 20 minutes during your race to maintain fluid balance.

You should also weigh yourself periodically before and after training runs to assess your weight loss or gain during a marathon. Approximately

2% weight loss during a marathon represents optimal hydration in most runners; and drinking at 15 to 20 minute intervals during a run should sustain this. If you find you have gained weight after a training run or race, it is a clear indication that your fluid intake was too high. If you have lost more than 2% of your pre-race body weight you may need to be drinking more.

If you are running at a slow pace (generally >4hrs for a marathon) and you do not know your sweat rate, you should drink each time you feel thirsty to avoid both EAH and dehydration.

On those occasions you know you’ll be sweating heavily, drink 10-20oz of fluid about one hour before your run to help you start with adequate fluid levels.

HOW CAN I AVOID DEHYDRATION AND EAH?

• Learn your unique hydration needs.

Fluid needs vary widely, so listen to your own body ad react accordingly.

• Try to match fluid intake to just below weight loss. Get to know how much body weight you lose during a long run and drink just less than this during the race.

• Know that a little weight loss during a run is good. During a marathon you should lose 2-3pounds. If you do not lose weight you are seven times more likely to get EAH. • Do not overdrink.

• If you’re feeling the heat, slow your pace. More fluid will not directly cool you down.

• If you are a slow runner drink only when you are thirsty.

• Keep your urine a pale colour like lemonade. An apple juice colour indicates too little fluid, while clear urine indicates too much.

• Recognise the warning signs of dehydration and EAH • If you are not feeling well during or after a race and simple changes do not make you feel better, seek medical attention immediately.

TOWNSVILLE, THESE ARE YOUR

CHOSEN ONES The gutsy men and women pictured have answered the challenge to train for this year’s McDonald’s® Townsville Running Fes val on Sunday, August 3, 2014 to raise much needed funds and awareness for the work Ronald McDonald House Chari es do for seriously ill children and their families.

They hope to raise $20,000 for Townsville’s Ronald McDonald House, but they can’t do it alone.

You can help by dona ng to your favourite Chosen One in one of the following ways: 1 Online at www.townsvillerunningfes val.com.au 2 By calling 4751 6607 and reques ng a dona on form 3 Making a dona on when you register for any event in the Townsville Running Fes val.

Follow the Chosen Ones’ progress at /townsvillerunningfest or visit the fund-trackers at any Townsville McDonald’s store.

ON COURSE ENTERTAINMENT A great feature of the McDonald’s® Townsville Running Festival is the entertainment on offer. We’ve rounded up a diverse array of musicians and local characters to build a vibrant atmosphere for spectators as they wait to cheer on their friends and family who are running.

If you’re looking to roll out a picnic blanket alongside one of our great entertainers, we recommend the following locations: LOCATION 3 Mile Bridge, Pallarenda Road Golf Club, Pallarenda Road Soroptimist Park The Party House, The Esplanade The Rock Pool, The Strand The Watermark, The Strand Juliette’s, The Strand Finish Lie, The Strand The Pier

PERFORMER Townsville Car Audio Excellence Townsville Car Audio Excellence Mystery entertainer John Hubbard’s Annual Marathon Brekky Brass Band Mystery Entertainer DJ Scottie Drummers Townsville Car Audio Excellence

TIMES 7.00am – 10.00am 7.00am – 10.00am 7.00am – 9.30am 5.30am – 10.30am 5.30am – 10.30am 5.30am – 10.30am 5.30am – 10.30am 5.30am – 10.30am 7.00am – 8.00am

Hot FM will also be broadcasting live from the event area from 5.30am.

THANKS TO OUR VOLUNTEERS The McDonald’s Townsville Running Festival wouldn’t be possible without the wonderful support of many volunteers who give generously of their time across the weekend and behind the scenes.

Our sincere thanks goes to the following groups, for their valuable contribution in 2014: Picnic Bay Surf Lifesaving, Coast Guard, Hermit Park Scouts, Rats of Tobruk, Townsville Sailing Club, Soldier On, Mates 4 Mates, Townsville Road Runners.

EXPERIENCE SAILING The Townsville Sailing Club is giving kids an opportunity to experience sailing in collaboration with the Townsville Running Festival!

Try sailing in a safe, fun environment with experienced sailors nearby to lend a hand!

Perfect for kids up to 12 years to have a go at sailing in a small boat before committing to a Discover Sailing Course with the Townsville Sailing Club. You will find us down on the beach on Saturday and Sunday during the Running Festival.

IT’S EASY TO REGISTER ON LINE BY GOING TO: http://www.yachtingaustralia.com.au/event.asp?ID=66071

It’s a fun activity – give it a go!

I hope that the get up will raise a lot of eyebrows and cause people to start talking more about PTSD

ARMOURED RUN FOR LOST SOLDIER

“There’s still a big stigma surrounding PTSD and mental health, not just in the Defence Force but in the general public as well, with soldiers worried that seeking help with PTSD may prevent career progression,” said Corporal Heilbronn.

The palm-lined streets of Townsville are the last place you would expect to see a soldier running in full body armour, but that is exactly how Corporal Brian Heilbronn will spend his morning on August 3, 2014.

“Because I’ve had my own issues with PTSD, it was hard to come to terms with the fact that Captain McKay had suffered more than I had. It was a bit of a shock; he was the first person I’ve known directly who has taken their life.

Corporal Heilbronn will run the annual Tony Ireland Holden Marathon in 10kg of body armour in memory of his former Commander Paul McKay and to raise funds and awareness for Soldier On.

“At the Townsville Running Festival I’ll be wearing my tiered body armour system, which is the ensemble we wear in training and on operations, and is basically body armour and webbing in one,” said Corporal Heilbronn.

In January 2014 the body of Captain Paul McKay, an Afghanistan veteran, was found in the mountains of New York State. Captain McKay – who had been diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) from his time serving Australia – had been missing for two weeks.

“I hope that the get-up will raise a lot of eyebrows and cause people to start talking more about PTSD and how the community and organisations like Soldier On can help ease returning soldiers through their transitions from deployment.”

Corporal Heilbronn served with Captain McKay when he was his Platoon Commander in 2010.

“Soldier On is the link between the community and returning service personnel. They enhance rehabilitation, inspire service men and women to overcome obstacles in their day-to-day lives either physically or mentally, and enable them to live fulfilling and rewarding lives.”

“I worked with Captain McKay for a year, deploying with him to Malaysia on a training exercise. In early 2011 he was deployed to Afghanistan where on his return home he was diagnosed with PTSD. That was a psychological battle that he lost when he took his life last year.”

Corporal Heilbronn will run the full 42.2km marathon as part of the McDonald’s® Townsville Running Festival in combat body armour to help draw attention to the issues that face serving soldiers when they return from overseas deployments.

“I’d be happy to hit my $5,000 goal for Soldier On, but would love to raise even more for them,” Corporal Heilbronn said.

To donate to Corporal Heilbronn’s fundraising efforts, go to http://run.gofundraise.com.au/page/HeilbronnB

Tony Ireland Holden

TOWNSVILLE

MARATHON Course

REDUCED PARKING ON THE STRAND

Please use the following streets for parking: Mitchell, Oxley, Fryer or Leichardt Streets Inbound lane of Pallarenda Road closed to traffic 6.30–10am

2 x CITY LOOPS (2 x 10.549km) plus 1 x PALLARENDA LOOP (1 x 21.098km) Star ng me: 5.30am City Loop (Quarter Marathon) Pallarenda Loop

RETURN LEG of the City Loop will run on the Seaward lane of The Strand un l the Gregory Street round about. From the round about, join the Strand Promenade to finish.

DRINK STOPS

Special drinks & water Primrose Street closed to traffic 5–10am Howitt Street up to Rose Street closed to traffic 5–10am

WATER STOPS

Both lanes of The Strand closed to traffic 5–10am

On-course entertainment

Starting Time: 5.30am

McDonald’s® Townsville Running Festival

Queensland Country Health Fund

TOWNSVILLE

HALF MARATHON REDUCED PARKING ON THE STRAND

Please use the following streets for parking: Mitchell, Oxley, Fryer or Leichardt Streets Inbound lane of Pallarenda Road closed to traffic 6.30–10am

1 x PALLARENDA LOOP (1 x 21.098km) Star ng me: 7.10am Pallarenda Loop

RETURN LEG of the City Loop will run on the Seaward lane of The Strand un l the Gregory Street round about. From the round about, join the Strand Promenade to finish.

DRINK STOPS

Special drinks & water Primrose Street closed to traffic 5–10am

WATER STOPS

Course

Howi Street up to Rose Street closed to traffic 5–10am Both lanes of The Strand closed to traffic 5–10am

On-course entertainment

Starting Time: 7.10am

McDonald’s Townsville Running Festival ®

The Athlete’s Foot

10k CLASSIC

Course

1 x 10km LOOP

10 KM LOOP

Ryan Street

Star ng me: 7.45am

Primrose Street closed to traffic 5–10am Howi Street up to Rose Street closed to traffic 8.30–10am

DRINK STOPS Special drinks & water

Seaward lane of The Strand closed to traffic 5–10am

RETURN LEG of the City Loop will run on the Seaward lane of The Strand un l the Gregory Street round about. From the round about, join the Strand Promenade to finish.

WATER STOPS

REDUCED PARKING ON THE STRAND

On-course entertainment

Starting Time: 7.45am

Please use the following streets for parking: Mitchell, Oxley, Fryer or Leichardt Streets

McDonald’s Townsville Running Festival ®

® ®

5k FUN RUN/WALK Townsville Bulle n 5k Adult Fun Run/Walk McDonald’s® 5k Junior Fun Run/Walk

Course

Primrose Street closed to traffic 5–10am Howitt Street up to Rose Street closed to traffic 5–10am Both lanes of The Strand closed to traffic 5–10am

DRINK STOPS

On-course entertainment

Junior Start: 9.00am Adult Start: 9.05am

RETURN LEG of the City Loop will run on the Seaward lane of The Strand un l the Gregory Street round about. From the round about, join the Strand Promenade to finish.

REDUCED PARKING ON THE STRAND

Please use the following streets for parking: Mitchell, Oxley, Fryer or Leichardt Streets

1 x 5 km LOOP Juniors Start: 9.00am Adults Start: 9.05am

We’re bringing the team!

McDonald’s Townsville Running Festival ®

2.5K TOWNSVILLE AIRPORT HERO RUN Course

1 x 2.5 km LOOP Primrose Street closed to traffic 5–10am Howitt Street up to Rose Street closed to traffic 5–10am Both lanes of The Strand closed to traffic 5–10am

DRINK STOPS

The return leg of the Hero Run will be along the Promenade back to Tobruk Pool

REDUCED PARKING ON THE STRAND

On-course entertainment

Please use the following streets for parking: Mitchell, Oxley, Fryer or Leichardt Streets

Starting Time: 8.45am

Star ng me: 8.45am

RUNNING TOWNSVILLE FOR 40 YEARS A message from the Townsville Road Runners Come along to Townsville Road Runners.

We’re a friendly, social group that loves to run along paths, roads, trails and cross country. Our runs are sometimes long, sometimes short, sometimes up hills, sometimes flat – we like variety, and you don’t need to be an elite runner to join in the fun. We offer opportunities for runners of all abilities, including beginners’ classes for runners just starting out, junior races for the younger ones and regular fun runs.

Our Saturday runs are open to all – whether you’d like to run against the clock, run against yourself or have a leisurely jog and a post-run cuppa with friends.

Becoming a Townsville Road Runners member is as easy as showing up to one of our Saturday club runs and speaking to one of the volunteers on the registration desk.

We hope to see you soon.

Townsville Road Runners.

Save the Date

The 2015 McDonald’s Townsville Running Festival will be held on SUNDAY, 2 AUGUST 2015.

Keep up to date with all of our news at www.townsvillerunningfestival.com

THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS:

OFFICIAL AFTER PARTY The Watermark Hotel, The Strand.

Sunday, 3rd of August 2014.

From 12pm to late.

PRIZE DRAWS WILL BE HELD THROUGHOUT THE AFTERNOON BASED ON YOUR RACE NUMBER