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On your marks…Get set…GO! The 2024 BMA Mackay Marina Run was officially launched on the 1st of March with organisers predicting over 3,500 participants to be involved.
Coming up to its 16th year, the annual run is widely regarded as Queensland’s most scenic running event with a flat, fast course set against spectacular sub-tropical scenery.
Event Director, Tim Magoffin advised the run had become a signature event on the national running event calendar.
“The BMA Mackay Marina Run offers a unique event with runners able to enjoy our flat, fast course set within a scenic sub-tropical location,” he said.
With an increase in popularity each year, Tim advised this year’s race will also be marketed internationally, with free registration being offered to international runners.
“The national appeal of our event has definitely grown,” he added.
“People are recognising what a great precursor we are for the Gold Coast Marathon and that’s presented a wonderful opportunity for tourism in our region.
“To leverage that, we’re making a concerted push into the international market, particularly with our neighbours in New Zealand.
“Every year we have an ambassador from the leukemia foundation, from a family or individual that’s been through treatment, and this year we have Hayden Lee,” Tim added.
Hayden Lee was diagnosed with Leukemia on the 1st of March eight years ago and underwent treatment as a three-year-old for a period of nine months. As he grew older, he continued his treatment in Mackay.
After years of fighting leukaemia, a recent five-year check-up at the doctors, declared Hayden to be officially cancer free!
BMA representative, Linda Murray says, “This event is really important to us, we love our community and we love being a part of it.”
“Our long-term partnership underlies our commitment to fostering thriving communities that provide economic, social and healthy outcomes,” added BMA Asset President Adam Lancey.
Mr Lancey will be one of the 3,500 runners expected to take part in the event.
“I’m looking forward to participating for the first time, I’ve heard a lot about it. I’m aiming for the half-marathon.
“We’ll also be competing in the Corporate Challenge and will have our team on hand to warmly welcome and support runners on the day.”
The BMA Mackay Marina Run will take place on 2 June and includes a 21.1km half marathon, 10 and 5km, a 3km junior dash and the popular 5km Corporate Challenge.
Early Bird Registrations will close 13th March.
To find out more, visit www.mackaymarinarun.com
Caption 1: Tim Magoffin with young Hero, Hayden Lee
Caption 2: BMA Mackay Marina Run sponsor representatives for 2024
