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Run for the kids 2008
Sunday March 30th, 2008
Location: Linlithgow avenue, just west of Alexandra Avenue.
14.1km and 5.7km course
www.runforthekids.com.au
Welcome to the third staging of the Herald Sun/CityLink Run for the Kids!
You will notice we've made some changes for the 2008 event, including adding extra distance to the short course course and some minor 'tweaks' to the long course.
The short course now does a scenic loop around the Yarra River via Birrarung Marr and Federation Square, before heading around the Botanic Gardens.
These changes are necessary to create an enjoyable race for all, and to ensure the event minimises the impact on Melbourne's normal Sunday morning activities.
The 2008 event will be capped once again at 30,000 participants, so make sure you register early to avoid disappointment.
Event Start time is 8.30am
The 2008 Herald Sun/CityLink Run for the Kids long course incorporates all of the unique features that have made it a landmark event and gives participants access to normally off-limit roads.
The race village and start/finish area are in Kings Domain once again, eliminating many transportation issues and making it easier for family and friends who are not competing to be part of the fun and closer to the action.
We thank CityLink once again for its outstanding support in giving competitors access to both Bolte Bridge and Domain Tunnel.
The race starts at Kings Domain in Linlithgow Avenue, right next to the Myer Music Bowl, heads over Swan Street Bridge, into Batman Avenue and through the Domain Tunnel. Coming off Bolte Bridge with its million dollar views, runners travel back into the city via Harbour Esplanade, cross the river again at Spencer Street, turn left into Yarra Promenade with Crown Entertainment Complex on one side and the Yarra on the other, then down St Kilda Road via Flinders Street, past the Arts Centre and back to Linlithgow Avenue.
5.76km course
Event Start time is 9.00am
A shorter 5.76km scenic course is also available to allow those participants who do not feel comfortable about running or jogging 14.14km but wish to be involved in the event and play a significant part in raising money for the Royal Children's Hospital Good Friday Appeal.
The short course does a circuit of the Yarra River via Birrarung Marr and Federation Square, and then a circuit of the Botanic Gardens along the Tan and Birdwood Avenue. The run starts and ends in Linlithgow Avenue, at exactly the same location as the longer run.
There are five water stations on the 14.14km course and one on the 5.76km. If you need electrolyte-based or specific drinks, you need to carry them with you. Water stations are located at the start, near the 3km, 6km, 9km and 12km marks of the 14.14km course and near the 3km mark of the 5.76km event. Water is also available at the finish.
Toilets
Emergency toilets are located at the 3km, 6km 9km and 12km water stations of the long course, at the 3km water station of the short course, and at the start line. There are also toilets at the finish.
First aid
First aid stations are located at the start, near the 3km, 6km, 9km and 12km marks of the 14.14km course and near the 3km mark of the 5.76km event. First aid assistance is also available at the finish.
The start line for both events is in Linlithgow Avenue, just west of Alexandra Avenue.
All participants are advised to plan ahead and get to the event at least 45 minutes before to the start of their event. If you are coming by car, please note road closures. There is limited parking in the immediate vicinity and you will need to allow time to walk to the start line.
You are strongly advised to use public transport where timetables allow you to arrive in time for the start. You can check train timetables at http://www.metlinkmelbourne.com.au
At this stage of preparations, Connex are considering the scheduling of earlier trains to allow competitors to get to the start with plenty of time to spare. Watch the website for further announcements.
Finish line
The finish line for both events is located in Linlithgow Avenue, the long course at the northern end and the short course at the southern end. Times are electronically recorded as participants cross the finish line.
From the finish, participants will be able to collect a drink of water, move into the Herald Sun/CityLink Run for the Kids Village and relax, retrieve baggage and enjoy the entertainment.
Baggage
The baggage area will be separated into colour zones according to the starting zone you have selected. We encourage you to store your clothing as early as possible. The baggage marquees will close and be made secure 10 minutes before each race start.
On the day
Long course: closes at 8.20am
Short course: closes at 8.50am
The organisers will not be responsible for lost items and you are advised to keep any money or important items with you at all times.
All checked bags must be collected by 12noon on race day.
14.14km start area
Located at Kings Domain in Linlithgow Avenue. Race starts at 8.30am.
Toilets are located in the start/finish area.
A range of activities will take place at the start to get you warmed up for your race.
There will be three zone areas for differing standards of participants:
Blue zone
For active runners who can complete 10km in under 50 minutes. These participants will have a blue race number and should assemble at the start line in Linlithgow Avenue and in the blue zone located immediately behind the start line.
Note: there will be an area at the front of the Blue Zone for elite runners to assemble.
Yellow zone
For semi-active or casual runners and joggers. These participants will have a yellow race number and should assemble in the yellow zone in Queen Victoria Gardens.
Red zone
For joggers and walkers who can complete 10km in a time of between 75 minutes and two hours. These participants will have a red race number and should assemble in the red zone located behind the yellow zone in Queen Victoria Gardens.
If you are unable to meet this estimated time for 10km, we strongly advise you to join in the fun and take on the 5.76km challenge. This will prevent any disappointment at failing to meet the Westgate Freeway cut-off time of 10.00am, approximately 6km into the course.
Late Starters
If you are entered in the long course race and arrive after the last person has crossed the start line, you will be able to compete only in the short course race.
5.76km start area
Located at Kings Domain in Linlithgow Avenue. Race starts at 9.00am.
Toilets are located in the finish village and at the start line.
There will be two zone areas for differing standards of participants:
Green zone
For active and semi-active runners and joggers. This group will receive a green number and should assemble in the designated green zone in Queen Victoria Gardens no later than 8.45am in readiness for a 9.00am start. If you intend walking please do not join this group as you will impede and inconvenience the progress of runners.
White zone
For walkers and very slow joggers. These participants will have a white race number and should assemble in the designated white zone in Queen Victoria Gardens behind the green zone no later than 8.45am for a 9.00am start.
www.runforthekids.com.au
You will notice we've made some changes for the 2008 event, including adding extra distance to the short course course and some minor 'tweaks' to the long course.
The short course now does a scenic loop around the Yarra River via Birrarung Marr and Federation Square, before heading around the Botanic Gardens.
These changes are necessary to create an enjoyable race for all, and to ensure the event minimises the impact on Melbourne's normal Sunday morning activities.
The 2008 event will be capped once again at 30,000 participants, so make sure you register early to avoid disappointment.
Course details
14.14km courseEvent Start time is 8.30am
The 2008 Herald Sun/CityLink Run for the Kids long course incorporates all of the unique features that have made it a landmark event and gives participants access to normally off-limit roads.
The race village and start/finish area are in Kings Domain once again, eliminating many transportation issues and making it easier for family and friends who are not competing to be part of the fun and closer to the action.
We thank CityLink once again for its outstanding support in giving competitors access to both Bolte Bridge and Domain Tunnel.
The race starts at Kings Domain in Linlithgow Avenue, right next to the Myer Music Bowl, heads over Swan Street Bridge, into Batman Avenue and through the Domain Tunnel. Coming off Bolte Bridge with its million dollar views, runners travel back into the city via Harbour Esplanade, cross the river again at Spencer Street, turn left into Yarra Promenade with Crown Entertainment Complex on one side and the Yarra on the other, then down St Kilda Road via Flinders Street, past the Arts Centre and back to Linlithgow Avenue.
5.76km course
Event Start time is 9.00am
A shorter 5.76km scenic course is also available to allow those participants who do not feel comfortable about running or jogging 14.14km but wish to be involved in the event and play a significant part in raising money for the Royal Children's Hospital Good Friday Appeal.
The short course does a circuit of the Yarra River via Birrarung Marr and Federation Square, and then a circuit of the Botanic Gardens along the Tan and Birdwood Avenue. The run starts and ends in Linlithgow Avenue, at exactly the same location as the longer run.
Amenities
Water stationsThere are five water stations on the 14.14km course and one on the 5.76km. If you need electrolyte-based or specific drinks, you need to carry them with you. Water stations are located at the start, near the 3km, 6km, 9km and 12km marks of the 14.14km course and near the 3km mark of the 5.76km event. Water is also available at the finish.
Toilets
Emergency toilets are located at the 3km, 6km 9km and 12km water stations of the long course, at the 3km water station of the short course, and at the start line. There are also toilets at the finish.
First aid
First aid stations are located at the start, near the 3km, 6km, 9km and 12km marks of the 14.14km course and near the 3km mark of the 5.76km event. First aid assistance is also available at the finish.
General Info
Start lineThe start line for both events is in Linlithgow Avenue, just west of Alexandra Avenue.
All participants are advised to plan ahead and get to the event at least 45 minutes before to the start of their event. If you are coming by car, please note road closures. There is limited parking in the immediate vicinity and you will need to allow time to walk to the start line.
You are strongly advised to use public transport where timetables allow you to arrive in time for the start. You can check train timetables at http://www.metlinkmelbourne.com.au
At this stage of preparations, Connex are considering the scheduling of earlier trains to allow competitors to get to the start with plenty of time to spare. Watch the website for further announcements.
Finish line
The finish line for both events is located in Linlithgow Avenue, the long course at the northern end and the short course at the southern end. Times are electronically recorded as participants cross the finish line.
From the finish, participants will be able to collect a drink of water, move into the Herald Sun/CityLink Run for the Kids Village and relax, retrieve baggage and enjoy the entertainment.
Baggage
The baggage area will be separated into colour zones according to the starting zone you have selected. We encourage you to store your clothing as early as possible. The baggage marquees will close and be made secure 10 minutes before each race start.
On the day
Long course: closes at 8.20am
Short course: closes at 8.50am
The organisers will not be responsible for lost items and you are advised to keep any money or important items with you at all times.
All checked bags must be collected by 12noon on race day.
14.14km start area
Located at Kings Domain in Linlithgow Avenue. Race starts at 8.30am.
Toilets are located in the start/finish area.
A range of activities will take place at the start to get you warmed up for your race.
There will be three zone areas for differing standards of participants:
Blue zone
For active runners who can complete 10km in under 50 minutes. These participants will have a blue race number and should assemble at the start line in Linlithgow Avenue and in the blue zone located immediately behind the start line.
Note: there will be an area at the front of the Blue Zone for elite runners to assemble.
Yellow zone
For semi-active or casual runners and joggers. These participants will have a yellow race number and should assemble in the yellow zone in Queen Victoria Gardens.
Red zone
For joggers and walkers who can complete 10km in a time of between 75 minutes and two hours. These participants will have a red race number and should assemble in the red zone located behind the yellow zone in Queen Victoria Gardens.
If you are unable to meet this estimated time for 10km, we strongly advise you to join in the fun and take on the 5.76km challenge. This will prevent any disappointment at failing to meet the Westgate Freeway cut-off time of 10.00am, approximately 6km into the course.
Late Starters
If you are entered in the long course race and arrive after the last person has crossed the start line, you will be able to compete only in the short course race.
5.76km start area
Located at Kings Domain in Linlithgow Avenue. Race starts at 9.00am.
Toilets are located in the finish village and at the start line.
There will be two zone areas for differing standards of participants:
Green zone
For active and semi-active runners and joggers. This group will receive a green number and should assemble in the designated green zone in Queen Victoria Gardens no later than 8.45am in readiness for a 9.00am start. If you intend walking please do not join this group as you will impede and inconvenience the progress of runners.
White zone
For walkers and very slow joggers. These participants will have a white race number and should assemble in the designated white zone in Queen Victoria Gardens behind the green zone no later than 8.45am for a 9.00am start.
www.runforthekids.com.au
