Australia Day Aquathlon - Mackay
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Australia Day Aquathlon – Pioneer Swim Centre
The Australia Day Aquathlon is a free community aquathlon held at Pioneer Swim Centre. The event combines a pool swim with flat looped runs around the centre and offers solo and team entry options across multiple age categories.
Race categories and distances:
- Mini Kids Ages 5–7: 50 m swim • 500 m run
- Mini Kids Ages 7–9: 100 m swim • 1 km run
- Mini Kids Ages 10–11: 150 m swim • 1.5 km run
- Enticer Ages 12+: 300 m swim • 2.5 km run
- Sprint Ages 13+: two 300 m swims with two 2.5 km runs
All participants must register to take part. Entries are free and open to members and non-members; team entries are available in all categories. Every finisher is invited to a free BBQ after the race.
The event promotes a relaxed and supportive atmosphere with costume encouragement and an emphasis on community. Lead-up training and support are offered, including Sunday club training sessions at Eimeo Beach, weekly swim, bike, and run squad training open to members, and membership options with Mackay Triathlon Club starting at about $3.30 per week. Entries close the Saturday before race day at 6:00 PM. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
