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2026 Event Program Available

Jun 30, 2026

The 2026 Raffertys Coastal Run is nearly here! We are excited to welcome everyone back to beautiful Lake Macquarie.

EVENT PROGRAM & RACE BIBS
The Event Program is now available with information including the event schedule, location, parking, registration rules and aid station information.

If you missed last week’s announcement, there has been a course change to avoid an area of construction. All the details are on the event website.

Race bib numbers will be emailed to participants on Thursday 9th of July after entries close. Race bibs will be available for collection from the registration tent on both Friday evening (5:00-7:00pm) and on race morning from 7:00am. Don’t forget to bring your mandatory gear (500mL water) with you to registration.

PARKING
Event parking is available within Raffertys Resort. Overflow parking will be along Wild Duck Drive and at Wrightson Park/Cams Wharf Boat Ramp, a short stroll from Raffertys Resort and the Event Centre. Dedicated event traffic marshals will direct traffic on arrival, please follow their directions to ensure available parking space is used efficiently.

DOGS
Also please be aware that 
Raffertys Resort maintains a strict no-pets policy. Dogs and other animals are not allowed anywhere on the property to protect the local wildlife. If you bring your dog to the resort you will be asked to leave. We apologise for the inconvenience, but encourage all participants and spectators to respect the resort policy. Thank you!

VOLUNTEERS
We are still looking for a few more volunteers for the event. If you know anyone who would enjoy a fun day out cheering on the runners we have roles available at aid stations, course marshalling and the start/finish line. All volunteers will receive a free volunteer t-shirt and cap and will be provided with a snack bag to keep you going during the day. As an added bonus all volunteers are eligible for a FREE RACE ENTRY to any of our Max Adventure events.

Best of luck with your last couple of weeks of training (or tapering) and we look forward to seeing you on the start line!

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