Canberra Marathon


Canberra Times Marathon Festival is an annual marathon held in the city of Canberra, Australia. The marathon, which was established in 1976, is said to be the oldest city marathon in Australia. It takes place early in April and comprises five races: 5 km race on a Saturday, and the 10km, half marathon, marathon and ultramarathon on the following day.

Course

The marathon starts at Telopea Park School in the suburb of Manuka, within sight of Parliament House. The route starts with a 10 km lap around the old and new Parliament buildings and other major government buildings. This is followed by a double lap crossing Lake Burley Griffin and along Parkes Way out towards the Glenloch interchange, which is in close proximity to the Telstra Tower landmark.

Event details

The ultra marathon allows those who have entered into the race to "go beyond the marathon" and compete in a 50 km event. Once participants have completed the marathon, they are recorded as a marathon finisher and are eligible to complete the 50 km race. Runners who complete 10 Canberra marathons are given the honorary title of Griffin, in reference to Lake Burley Griffin, which is at the centre of the marathon and the city of Canberra.
Under the Australian Running Festival, the event works to fundraise approximately $200,000 for over 250 charities in 2018. Individuals or teams may participate in the event and work towards fundraising money for their charity of choice; with some teams such as 'Team Beyond Blue' raising $25,099. Individuals or teams that are participating in the event contribute a donation as part of their entry and may also work towards accumulating sponsors.

Results

The winners of the marathon every year are listed below, alongside their times.
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