Marsdens Law Group Fisher’s Ghost Fun Run
Next date: Sunday, 10 November 2024 | 08:00 AM
to 12:00 PM
Dust off those running shoes!
Are you a competitive runner, or just wanting to enjoy a fun jog with family and friends?
Sign up for the casual 5km course - minimum age is 7 years old.
Or for the more competitive runners, the 10km course is the one for you - you'll need to be 12 years or above on race day.
Walkers and prams are welcome to participate over either distance.
Online and in-person registrations - now closed
Online and in-person registrations at Council's admin building have now closed.
Late registrations will be accepted on the day (Sunday 10 November 2024) at Western Sydney University between 6.30-7.30am.
Late Entry Registration Costs
- $55.50 - Adults (16 yrs and above)
- $43.00 - Child (7-15 yrs)
Payment accepted: via Eftpos only - No cash payments will be accepted on the day
SPECIAL PROMOTION - Boost Juice promotional offer - for all registered participants
Boost Juice Campbelltown Mall are offering a one-off promotion for all registered race participants who purchase an original sized drink in the Campbelltown Mall store only on Sunday 10 November be given a half price discount.
Just present your race bib in store on the Sunday ONLY following the race to the friendly staff at Boost Juice Campbelltown Mall to receive your drink at half price.
Terms and Conditions
The course
Our gradual 5km and 10km incline course(PDF, 3MB) weaves around the Western Sydney University and TAFE NSW Campbelltown campuses, with scenic views of the city and surrounding hills.
Key Details
Time |
5km and 10km Fun Run |
6:30am to 7:35am |
Registration and race bib pickup |
7.45am |
Stretching and warm up session |
8am |
Race start time
Start/Finish Line
In front of the School of Medicine Building
Western Sydney University Campus
Off Goldsmith and David Pilgrim Avenue,
Campbelltown |
9:40am approx |
Barrel draw prizes |
10am |
Course cut off time - you've got 2 hrs to complete the race |
10 - 12pm |
Line honours, medals and prizes |
How to enter
In-person and online registrations have now closed but don't worry you can still register on the day of the event.
Late Entry Registration Costs
$55.50 - Adults (16 yrs and above)
$43.00 - Child (7-15 yrs)
Payment accepted: via Eftpos only - No cash payments will be accepted on the day
- No team registrations will be permitted on the day
- Don't forget each person who enters automatically goes into the barrel draw to win some cool prizes
- Please ensure you have read the Fisher's Ghost Fun Run - Event Rules and Conditions.
Please ensure you have read the Fisher's Ghost Fun Run - Event Rules and Conditions.
Registering as a team:
Enter yourself and create your team name then notify other members.
As other team members register online, they can search the team name from the drop down menu, select the team you wish to join, and proceed with registration as normal.
Teams:
- Must have a minimum of 4 team members, and online registration only
- Can comprise of both males and females
- School team participants must be from the same Primary or High School to be eligible to race together as a team
- Teachers and parents can't be part of a school team, however you can enter as an 'Open Team'.
Getting ready to race
What to bring?
Strollers
Strollers/Pram walkers are welcome to participate.
Baggage
Free secure baggage minding will be provided next to the registration area.
Water stations
Please bring your own water bottle with you. On course and finish line water stations are available.
Refreshments
Food and drinks will be available to purchase on the day from our food and beverage vendors.
Child minding
There will be no child minding available on the day. Kids are welcome to spectate with accompanying supervision.
And remember to be sun safe and bring your hat and sunscreen.
Race bibs pickup
Bring your E-Ticket and a valid identity card to collect your race bib and FREE t-shirt on:
Location
Courtyard area
Western Sydney University Campus
School of Medicine Building
Off Goldsmith and David Pilgrim Avenue, Campbelltown.
Your race bib has:
- Timing chips are attached which are used to record your time
- The race bib must be securely tied to the front of your race t-shirt/singlet attire
- Don't forget your race bib on the day, as there is a charge for replacement bibs.
Runners and walkers getting ready to race
Join us at the race muster area
- Enter Western Sydney University Campus in front of the School of Medicine Building, off Goldsmith and David Pilgrim Avenue, Campbelltown
- Listen out for the announcement to head to the start line
- The race starts at 8am
- Walkers are welcome to participate in either event, but there is a cut off time of two hours, as the course needs to be completed by 10am.
Need to pick up your race bib?
- Follow the signs to the race bib collection area, where you'll need your E-Ticket and a valid identity card to collect your bib number.
Just decided to race on the day
- Head on over to the registration table, to complete a late entry form
- Late entries on the day are $55.50 for adults, and $43 for children accepted via Eftpos only no cash
- You'll then be issued with your race bib and FREE t-shirt.
Wet weather
- If there is heavy rain on or close to the race day - we'll send you a text message and posts on social media and update our event page if the race is postponed or cancelled.
- If the event is cancelled, you will receive a full refund.
First Aiders
- Will be on course and if you need any assistance please do not hesitate to ask for help.
COVID Safety
Please remain vigilant and still adhere to the COVID safe rules and if you are feeling unwell please stay home.
If you are feeling unwell and unable to attend the race, please advise the event organiser via email events@campbelltown.nsw.gov.au as soon as you can.
Results
Race results from 10am
Listen out for the announcement as medals and prizes are presented in the courtyard for age and team category winners.
Download your certificates
All entrants who complete the event can download your finisher's certificate from the Official Results Website by typing in your race bib number or full name.
Race results online
Following the race at approx. 10am, participants can view your Race results on The Timing Guys website.
Age Category - Line honours and prizes
Medals, trophies and prizes are awarded to the outright 1st, 2nd and 3rd male and female place getters for both distances, and in each age category who are the first across the line.
Outright winners and place getters are not eligible for an age category trophy.
5km line honours
- 1st male and female - $75 each
- 2nd male and female - $50 each
- 3rd male and female - $30 each
10km line honours
- 1st male and female - $100 each
- 2nd male and female - $75 each
- 3rd male and female - $50 each
Fun Run Age Category
(Male/Female line honours - 1st, 2nd and 3rd placegetters)
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5km race |
10km race |
7 to 9 years |
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10 to 11 years |
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12 to 15 years |
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16 to 19 years |
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20 to 29 years |
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30 to 39 years |
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40 to 49 years |
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50 to 59 years |
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60 to 69 years |
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70 years and over |
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See also Event rules and conditions.
Team category - Line honours and prizes
The combined times of the first four members of the team to cross the finish line are used to determine the fastest team result.
5km team prizes
- Largest Primary School Team - $100
- Largest High School Team - $100
- Largest Corporate Team - $100
- Largest Open Team - $100
- Largest Fitness team - $100
- Fastest Primary School Team - Plaque for 1st, 2nd and 3rd
- Fastest High School Team - Plaque for 1st, 2nd and 3rd
- Fastest Corporate - Plaque for 1st, 2nd and 3rd
- Fastest Open - Plaque for 1st, 2nd and 3rd
- Fastest Fitness Team - Plaque for 1st, 2nd and 3rd
10km team prizes
- Fastest Corporate - Plaque for 1st, 2nd and 3rd
- Fastest Open - Plaque for 1st, 2nd and 3rd
- Fastest Fitness Team - Plaque for 1st, 2nd and 3rd
Fun Run Team Category
(Minimum four team members / can be mixed teams) |
5km race |
10km race |
Primary School Team - 7 to 12 years |
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High School Team - 13 to 18 years |
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Corporate Team - Business and Commercial companies |
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Open Team - Non-commercial and community groups |
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Fitness Groups |
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See also Team competition rules.
Barrel draw prizes - around 9:40am
All race entrants will automatically be entered into the barrel draw, for some cool prizes donated by our race sponsors.
At approximately 9:40am, we'll draw barrel prizes and make announcements for where you can come and collect your prize. If you have already left the event, we'll contact you within two weeks via phone or email to make arrangements to collect your prize.
Photos
We'll share photos of the race on our Events in Campbelltown Facebook page following the event.
Stalls on the day
Returning to the event this year will see a variety of health and wellness stalls. These include:
- Campbelltown Chiropractic Centre -Campbelltown Chiropractic Centre will be offering complimentary chiropractic, massage, posture checks and refreshments to the Fishers Ghost Fun Run runners. Ankle and knee braces and support will be available at extra cost.
- Leisure Services - Mini circuit including hurdles, ladder and rower as well as agility training for the kids
- The Athletes Foot
- One Door Mental Health
Barrel draw prizes
Hang around following the race for your chance to win some amazing prizes. Don't worry, all bib numbers automatically go into the draw so participants don't need to do anything expect be there on the day to accept your prize.
Check out the list of prizes up for grabs so far:
Sponsorship opportunities
Fisher's Ghost Fun Run takes place every November and attracts up to 1000 participants who take part in the 5km and 10km race that's held within the scenic grounds of Western Sydney University, Campbelltown Campus.
The Fun Run is advertised and promoted in conjunction with the Festival of Fisher's Ghost and includes other exclusive advertising options.
Interested in becoming a sponsor of the Fisher's Ghost Fun Run 2024? Check out Annual Community Events Partnership and Sponsorship Opportunities page for our Annual Events Sponsorship Prospectus 2024/25.
When
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Sunday, 10 November 2024 | 08:00 AM
- 12:00 PM
Location
Enter Western Sydney University Campus in front of the School of Medicine Building, off Goldsmith and David Pilgrim Avenue, Campbelltown
Western Sydney University Campbelltown Campus & Campbelltown TAFE, Narellan Rd, Campbelltown, 2560, View Map
-34.0696866674925, 150.79325700187374
Narellan Rd ,
Campbelltown 2560
Western Sydney University Campbelltown Campus & Campbelltown TAFE
Narellan Rd ,
Campbelltown 2560
Marsdens Law Group Fisher’s Ghost Fun Run
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