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24 April, 2024

Aidan up for smelling the Toowoomba roses

The 37-year-old Brisbane-based distance running specialist Aidan Hobbs reckons age could be his secret sauce as he prepares for the Sunday 5 May ASICS Toowoomba Half Marathon. That and a solid preparation on hilly roads and cross-country courses. “Distance running is a bit of an anomaly as far as sport longevity goes,” Aidan, the 2022 Australian…

19 April, 2024

Local community blooming keen on volunteering for Toowoomba Marathon presented by Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport

The Toowoomba community is coming forward in bunches with the Garden City fielding up to 150 volunteers to support the delivery of the Toowoomba Marathon presented by Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport. Events Management Queensland CEO Ben Mannion said volunteers were the backbone to major events bringing with them enthusiasm, energy and a great attitude because they…

18 April, 2024

Elite runner excited by the challenge and layout of Toowoomba Marathon presented by Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport

For someone who has never been to Toowoomba, Tennille Ellis is about to get a good look at the place. The 39-year-old Gold Coast-based international marathoner is a stand-out entrant in the Sunday 5 May Toowoomba Marathon presented by Wellcamp Airport. And she says she’s ready and in good shape for the experience. “I’ve never…

10 April, 2024

Partner stampede for Toowoomba Marathon presented by Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport

The Toowoomba Marathon presented by Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport has attracted a stampede of event partners to support the inaugural May long weekend event including a big-name sporting brand. ASICS the true sport performance brand will take on the naming rights for the half marathon with hundreds of participants expected to stride it out on city streets…

21 March, 2024

Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport takes early line honours as presenting partner of Toowoomba Marathon

Toowoomba Region Council Mayor Geoff McDonald, Kellie Banditt, Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport General Manager and Ben Mannion – Events Management Queensland CEO The Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport has taken early line honours at the 2024 Toowoomba Marathon coming on board for three years as the major presenting partner for the Sunday 5 May event. The Toowoomba Marathon…

20 March, 2024

2024 Toowoomba Marathon Finisher Medals Revealed!

2024 Toowoomba Marathon Finisher Medals Revealed! We are thrilled to unveil the official medal designs for 2024 Toowoomba Marathon! The medal concept is an intentional nod to the region’s heritage and its country style, featuring the city’s historic floral emblem, the sweet violet. Which medal will you be wearing on 5 May 2024? If you…

31 January, 2024

2024 Toowoomba Marathon locked in for May-day long weekend

2024 Toowoomba Marathon locked in for May-day long weekend. A world class running event will pound the pavements of Toowoomba’s picturesque garden and tree lined streets with the 2024 Toowoomba Marathon locked in for Sunday 5 May 2024 with entries opening on Thursday 1 February. Managed and delivered by Events Management Queensland (EMQ) who organise…

1 January, 2024

Save The Date

Save the Date – Toowoomba Marathon set to return on 5 May 2024. Join the Toowoomba regional community and celebrate the city’s historic sights and scenery on foot and participate in the Sunday 5 May Toowoomba Marathon. With a race to suit all ages and abilities participants can choose from a marathon, half marathon, 10km,…