Australia finished second in the Backyard Ultra World Team Championship at Kembla Grange, south of Sydney, with 1069 yards. The United States won with 1120 yards, and Belgium took bronze. Dan Camac was the last Australian standing, completing 87 laps. Traralgon Harriers then tackled a hot run and walk course in the bushland north of Toongabbie, where Sav Mavrofridis and Karen Graham were the quickest finishers. The club's next event is a Halloween dress-up run at the Railway Reservoir Reserve in Traralgon.
Australian runners are competing in the Backyard Ultra World Team Championship at Kembla Grange in New South Wales. Each athlete must complete a 6.7-kilometre loop every hour until only one runner remains, with the event lasting beyond four days. Jonathan Ash and Brandon Lee Gretch both withdrew after injuries, while Phil Gore is sidelined this year. Dan Camac was the last Australian left, completing his 87th lap, and the Australian team recorded a combined 1,069 laps.
A 16-year-old from Capel in Western Australia has completed a 660km run along the Gibb River Road in the state's far north. Lochlan Gilbert ran about 50km a day over 14 days, starting early and resting in the midday heat. He suffered suspected stress fractures and heat stroke along the way. He crossed the finish line where the road meets the Derby Highway, having raised more than $23,000 for homelessness. He returned to high school after the run.
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Perth Airport’s Aviation Rescue and Firefighting team will attempt a 24-hour treadmill relay at the Telethon Family Festival. Around 20 firefighters will walk continuously while wearing heavy uniforms and breathing apparatus. The event will take place at RAC Arena’s Challenge Yourself Hub on October 17 and 18, allowing the public to witness the crew’s endurance test. The team aims to raise funds for Telethon, inspired by the resilience of sick children they support.
