- What time does the event finish?
- What time does each race start?
- When do entries close?
- What is the entry fee for 2010?
- What roads will be closed?
- Where can I pick up my race number?
- What if I lose my race number?
- Are bikes/skateboards/rollerblades permitted in the event?
- What should I wear?
- Where can I park?
- Can I catch public transport to the event?
- Where is the start and finish line?
- I have sent my entry in but haven’t heard anything - has my entry been accepted?
- I have received my event information kit but not my merchandise?
- What will the entry show on my credit card?
- What happens on the main stage?
- How long will it take to walk?
- What age categories are there for the runners?
- Are there any food vendors?
- Do you get a trophy?
- Will I be timed?
- Can I change the event I am in?
- What time will the aerobic warm-up start?
- Where can I leave my bag?
- Where will the toilets be?
- Where will the first-aid stations be located?
- Where will the drink stations be?
- Will there be massage available?
- Where do you pick up the MDC medallion and other event goodies?
- Where can I find out my results?
- Can I get a tribute placard if I didn’t order one?
- I have a toddler, do they have to pay?
- Will there be children’s entertainment?
- Are dogs permitted at the event?
What time does the event finish?
The event usually finishes around 11.00am, but many people stay around and enjoy a picnic lunch.
What time does each race start?
4km run
START: 8.00am
DIRECTION: Clockwise
LAPS: One lap
7.2km run
START: 8.30am
DIRECTION:Clockwise
LAPS: 1 lap
4km walk
START: 9.00am
DIRECTION: Clockwise
LAPS: 1 lap from Elder Park to the Weir, to the University Footbridge and back to Elder Park
7.2km walk
START: 9.00am
DIRECTION:Clockwise
LAPS: 1 lap from Elder Park to the Weir, to the Hackney Road Bridge, cross over and then back to Elder Park.
Prams start 10mins after each event and must walk in single file to allow walkers and runners to pass with safety.
- ·Enter by post or online by 30 April, to have your event information kit mailed to you
- ·On Line Entries Close on 5 May at 5pm. You need to pick up your event information kit from the office or on the day at the event (arrive early to save congestion)
- ·Up to 7 May: (8.30am - 5.00pm) enter in person at State Association House, 73 Wakefield Street Adelaide and you will receive your event information kit
- ·Saturday 8 May: Enter at Elder Park between 1.00pm - 3.00pm (Late fee applies) Runners last chance to enter for timing bib.
- ·Sunday 9 May: Enter at Elder Park between 6.30am - 9.00am (Late fee applies) Runners cannot enter – WALKERS ONLY
What is the entry fee for 2010?
Early bird (up to Friday 7th May 2010)
Adult - $22
Child under 16 - $12
Student / Health Care Card holder - $17
Family: 2 adults and up to 4 children (under 16 years of age) - $50
Family: 1 adult and up to 4 children (under 16 years of age) - $34
Additional child - $8
Late / On the day (Saturday 8th May / Sunday 9th May – walkers only)
Adult - $27
Child under 16 - $15
Student / Health Care Card holder - $22
Family: 2 adults and up to 4 children (under 16 years of age) - $62
Family: 1 adult and up to 4 children (under 16 years of age) - $42
Additional child - $10
No roads will be closed as the event will be held on the Linear Path route around the Torrens River.
Where can I pick up my race number?
Numbers will be posted to you if your entry is received by 30 April. After that you can pick them up from the office at 73 Wakefield Street (between 8.00am-5.00pm Monday-Friday) or on Saturday at Elder Park from 1 – 3pm or on the morning from 6.30am from the Numbers Pick-Up marquee located at Elder Park.
What if I lose my race number?
You can pick-up another race number from Number Pick-Up on the morning of the event. All participants must wear a race number. Anyone without a race number will not be permitted to start the event.
Walkers - normal street clothes and a comfortable pair of shoes. Runners - comfortable running gear and shoes.
Parking is available at the Parade Ground or Southern Park - SACA grounds. If parking on the street, please adhere to parking times, as fines will be enforced. No parking allowed on Elder Park at all.
Can I catch public transport to the event?
Train - check train timetables
Tram - you will need to walk from North Terrace to Elder Park.
Where is the start and finish line?
The start line is located at Elder Park off King William Road - City.
I have sent my entry in but haven’t heard anything - has my entry been accepted?
Race kits will be sent 4-6 weeks prior to the event. If you are concerned please call the Event Hotline on (08) 8232 1847.
I have received my event information kit but not my merchandise?
Event information kits and event merchandise are sent separately. Merchandise is sent from interstate. If you have not received your event merchandise before the event you can pick it up on the day.
What will the entry show on my credit card?
If you enter by mail your credit card statement will show “Life Leisure Events Management Inc”.
If you enter online your credit card will show “Women in Super”.
What happens on the main stage?
A number of delegates, celebrities and sponsors will be giving brief talks on the main stage. The main stage will also be used for the memorial minute silence and warm-up aerobics. There will also be entertainment, spot prizes and raffle draw.
9.15am -4km runner presentations
9.15am - 7.2km runner presentations
11.00am - team presentations
How long will it take to walk?
4km - about 45-55 minutes
7.2km - about 80-120 minutes
What age categories are there for runners?
Categories:
u/10, 10 –14,15-19,20-24, 25-29, 30-34,35-39,40-44,45-49, 50-54,55-59,60-64,65-69,70-74,75-79,80+
Coffee carts, Rotary Sausage Sizzle, food vendors
Presentations will include trophies and prizes for placegetters (1st, 2nd, 3rd) of the running events, along with lots of random spot prizes for participants of all events. All competitors will receive a medallion and other items in their showbag. Age category winner medals will be posted in the mail two weeks after the event.
We are only timing the runners in both the 4km and the 7.2km runs. The walkers are not being timed.
Can I change the event I am in?
Yes, only before the event not on the day. Contact the office or go into the office and bring your initial race number with you and it will be exchanged for your new event. You cannot change on the day.
What time will the aerobic warm-up start?
The aerobic warm up will commence at 7:40am for all runners and 8.45 am for all walkers, in front of the main stage.
There is a Baggage Area to leave your clothing at the side of the ‘Life. Be in it.’ caravan. Please don’t leave any valuables in it.
The toilets are located north on Elder Park.. Other toilets are available at the Kiosk and en-route at the Weir and at Jolley’s Boat House.
Where will the first-aid stations be located?
First aid stations will be located at Elder Park and at water stations en route.
Where will the drink stations be?
Water is provided at three drink stations, one at the start/finish area and two on the course (Uni Bridge and Hackney Bridge).
Will there be massage available?
Free pre and post event massage will be available at the assembly area.
Where do you pick up the MDC medallion and other event goodies?
Once you have completed your event you can collect your Mothers Day Classic medallion, showbag and event goodies, kindly donated by the sponsors on site.
Where can I find out my results?
Results will be available for the Adelaide event on the website www.motherdayclassic.org on Monday 10 May at 5pm. Remember, only runners are being timed.
Can I get a tribute placard if I didn’t order one?
Yes, you can pick up your tribute placard on the event day.
Will there be children’s entertainment?
Yes there will be a bouncy castle, life games, face painters and clowns.
I have a toddler, do they have to pay?
Children under 4 are not required to pay the entry fee, however it is a fundraising event and money raised does go towards breast cancer research.
Are bikes/skateboards/rollerblades permitted in the event?
No, for safety reasons, bikes/skateboards/rollerblades are not allowed.
Are dogs permitted in the event?
No, for safety reasons, DOGS are not allowed – please do not bring your pet.
