- What time does the event finish?
- What time does each race start?
- When do entries close?
- What roads will be closed?
- How do I get my race kit?
- 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 & finish line?
- I have sent my entry in but haven’t heard anything - has my entry been accepted?
- I have received my race 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?
- Are there prizes for winning?
- 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?
- 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?
What time does the event finish?
The event usually finishes around 11am, but many people stay around and enjoy a picnic lunch.
What time does each race start?
4km run
START: 7:45am
COURSE: Beautiful scenic course looping back along the Brisbane River
8km run
START: 8:00am
COURSE: An extension of the 4km course following the Brisbane River along Riverside Drive to West End before turning and following the river home.
4km and 8km walkers
START: 8:10am
COURSE: Following the same course as the 4km and 8km runs
- Enter prior to 5pm Friday 23 April 2010 to qualify for the Early Bird entry fee..
- Enter before 5pm Wednesday 28 April 2010 and your event information kit will be posted to you. If you enter after this date your event information kit will be available for collection from the race venue either Saturday 8 May between 2:00pm - 5:00pm or race morning from 6:00am
- Enter at the venue on event weekend with an additional race day fee, $10 on Saturday $15 on Race Day.
- Pre-event entries close by mail 5pm Wednesday 28 April, 2010 or via online 5pm Thursday 6 May 2010.
*Closures are pending approval by Department of Main Roads, Queensland Police, South Bank Corporation and Brisbane City Council.
Sunday 9 May 2010
Road Closures covering the course(s) will be implemented for the duration of the event (5:30am – 9:30am Sunday 9 May). There will be some vehicles on the course – event personnel and local access traffic.
Normal road rules apply. Follow directions of Police, event staff and course marshals at all times.
Road Closure and event information can be confirmed by telephoning USM Events on ph (07) 3868 2444.
Enter prior to 5pm Wednesday 28 April 2010 to qualify to have your race kit mailed to you.
Enter after 5pm Wednesday 28 April 20010 your event information kit will be available for collection from the race venue either Saturday 8 May between 2:00pm - 5:00pm or race morning from 6:00am.
What if I lose my race number?
You can pick-up another race number from the Help Desk in the registration tent either on Saturday 8 May 2:00pm-5:00pm or on the morning of the event 6:00am-7:30am. All participants must wear a race number. Anyone without a race number will not be permitted to start the event.
Are bikes/skateboards/rollerblades permitted in the event?
No, for safety reasons, bikes/skateboards/rollerblades are not allowed.
Walkers - normal street clothes and a comfortable pair of shoes. Runners - comfortable running gear and shoes.
Parking is available at South Bank from 5:30am on event morning to accommodate competitors. It is accessible via Little Stanley Street and is at a small charge. If you choose to park on the street please obey all parking restrictions as per normal.
Can I catch public transport to the event?
TRAIN
Catch a citytrain to South Brisbane train station. Simply cross Grey St from South Brisbane train station to get to South Bank Cultural Forecourt. Trains start arriving at South Brisbane station from 5:43am from the city.
BUS
Catch the 199 Bus from the City. Buses start arriving from 5:58am.
Further information is available from www.transinfo.com.au.
Where is the start & finish line?
The start line is located on Grey St, opposite the South Brisbane Train Station. The finish line is located in the Cultural Forecourt at South Bank.
I have sent my entry in but haven’t heard anything - has my entry been accepted?
Race kits will commence being sent 4-6 weeks prior to the event. If you are concerned, email USM Events brisbane@usmevents.com.au or call (07) 3868 2444.
I have received my race kit but not my merchandise?
Event information kits and event merchandise are sent separately. If you have any queries with your merchandise order please contact the national office.
What will the entry show on my credit card?
If you enter by mail your credit card statement will show “WIS Mothers Day Clc”.
If you enter online your credit card statement will show “WIS Mothers Day Clc”.
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.
Presentations will commence on the stage at approx 10am.
How long will it take to walk?
4km - about 45 to 55 minutes
8km - about 90 to 120 minutes
What age categories are there for the runners?
U15, U18, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
Coffee carts, Sausage Sizzle & South Bank food venues.
Presentations will include product prizes supplied by one of our generous sponsors for the first male and female in each category of the running events, along with lots of random spot prizes for participants of all events.
All competitors will receive a medallion in their show bag.
We are only timing the runners in both the 4.5km and the 8km runs who enter prior to event day (on the day entries will not receive a timing band). The walkers are not being timed. All runners will have to pay a $3 timing chip fee.
Can I change the event I am in?
Yes, but please advise the help desk located in the registration tent and we will record the change. This is for competitor safety as well as ensuring you receive correct times if competing in the running events. You will retain the same event number if you’re only changing your distance. If you’re changing between a run or walk then you will then you will need to be reissued with a new event number.
What time will the aerobic warm-up start?
An aerobics warm up will be provided before each of the four waves. This will take place on the presentation stage near the start line. The aerobic warm up will commence at 7:30am for all runners and 8:00am for all walkers.
A Gear Tent will be located next the Registration Tent. We do not accept responsibility for lost or stolen items, please do not put valuables in to storage. You will need your event chest number to reclaim your clothing after you have finished your event.
Additional portable toilets will be positioned around the start/finish lines.
Where will the first-aid stations be located?
Medical personnel will be at the finish and on the course. Please notify a marshal or event personnel if you have any difficulties or see another participant having difficulty.
Where will the drink stations be?
Two drink stations will be positioned along the Mother’s Day Classic course. Each of the water stations will be double sided. The 4.5km walkers and runners will have two opportunities to collect water, the 8km runners and walkers will have four oppotunities to collect water.
Free post event massage will be available at the event arena in Southbank Cultural Forecourt.
Where do you pick up the MDC medallion and other event goodies?
As you come through the finish line you will be directed into the recovery area where you will find fruit and water to refresh after your event. Also in this area will be your event showbag, Mothers Day Classic medallion and goodies kindly donated by our sponsors.
Where can I find out my results?
Results will be available for the Gold Coast event on the website www.mothersdayclassic.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 from the registration tent or create your own card online at www.mothersdayclassic.org and print it out to wear on the day.
