 Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the course of the 5km fun run / walk
The event will commence at the Eagle Street Pier staging area (near Cha Cha Char & Il Centro Restaurants), go down the stairs to the boardwalk, along the boardwalk to the Botanical Gardens, through the Botanical Gardens to the Goodwill Bridge, left onto the Goodwill Bridge, across the Goodwill Bridge, left off the Goodwill Bridge and then a kilometre along the Kangaroo Cliffs boardwalk to the turnaround point and then return back to the Eagle Street Pier staging area for presentation of prizes.
 2. What are the timelines
4.45pm registration desk opens
5.20pm registration desk closes
safety briefing
5.30pm runners start (individuals / corporate teams)
5.35pm walkers start (individuals / corporate teams)
6.30pm presentation of prizes and random draw
3. How much does it cost
The cost is:
$25 per individual with $5 discount if completed registration form is received prior to close of business on November 7
$90 per corporate team with $20 discount if completed registration form received prior to close of business on November 7
4. Will entry fees be refunded
Entry fees are not refundable, even if the event is cancelled due to flood, cyclone, torrential rain, fire or other ‘acts of God’.
5. Can I get refund if I can’t attend?
Under the terms and conditions of entry, there are no refunds or transfers.
However, if you can provide the Fun Run Administrators with a medical certificate (if you are sick or injured) you can obtain a partial refund. There is a $10 administration fee charged for every refund. Please fax through your medical certificate to 07 3357 6988 with your phone number and you will be contacted accordingly.
6. Parking
Paid parking is available at the various city car parking sites in the Eagle Street Pier surround areas.
7. What are the prizes?
1st female / male walker 1st female / male runner 1st 2 corporate teams
8. How can I enter?
ONLINE: You can enter online through our secure Online Entry System – just click the icon at www.lungfoundation.com.au
MAIL: post your completed entry form to The Australian Lung Foundation, PO Box 847, Lutwyche. Qld 4030
FAX: fax your completed entry form to 07 3357 6988
9. Can I change my category?
Yes you can change your category from runner to walker or vice versa if you email
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by November 24 2008
10. How do I get an invoice/receipt?
Email
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with your details for an invoice to be mailed to you.
11. Is there a bag compound?
Yes, you will have a luggage tag in your event race bag which will have the same number as your race number. It will be your responsibility to attach the luggage tag to your bag before handing your bag back to the registration desk. Your bag will be stored behind the registration desk and the area will be under supervision insofar as the registration desk will be manned. However, The Australian Lung Foundation takes no responsibility for any bags or belongings that are left with the registration desk and you are advised not to leave any valuables!
12. Are pets allowed?
No – except if required for medical conditions.
13. Are prams allowed?
Prams/stroller/pushers are permitted to race however, you must be aware of the other runners and walkers around you!
14. Can I enter on the day?
Yes, entries will be taken on the day for individual entrants and will close at 5.15pm. However there will be an extra charge of $10 per entry. There will be no entries taken on the day for corporate teams.
15. Can someone who hasn’t entered just join in with me?
No, each person taking part in the Fun Run / Walk must be entered in the system.
16. What is in my event pack and when will I get it?
Your event pack (received when you come to the registration desk) will include your number bib and safety pins, luggage tag, t-shirt, bottle of water and promotional material. Event packs will not be sent in the mail under any circumstances.
17. Team Entry event pack collection
Each team member will have a unique race number linked to their team-mates. Each team member will need to collect their event pack from the registration desk under their own surname! Event packs will not be sent in the mail under any circumstances.
18. Can someone else pick up my race kit at registration?
Yes. They just need to line up under your surname at the registration desk and collect / sign for you.
19. When do I get my Finisher Certificate?
At the completion of the race after you cross the finish line, your Finisher Certificate will be available from the registration desk.
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