- I have sent my entry in but haven’t heard anything - has my entry been accepted?
- Can I change the event I am in?
- What if I lose my race number or timing piece?
- Will I be timed?
- I have received my race kit but not my merchandise
- What will the entry show on my credit card?
- Can I catch public transport to the event?
- What should I wear?
- What happens on the main stage?
- How long will it take to walk the course?
- Can I bring my pet dog to walk the course with me?
- Can I ride my bike alongside my friend who is running?
- Can I bring my pram?
- I have a toddler, do they have to pay?
- What time does the event finish?
- Do you get a trophy?
- Can I pick up my showbag before I walk or run?
- 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?
- Where do you pick up the MDC medallion and other event goodies?
- Where can I find out my results?
- Can I get a tribute card if I didn’t order one?
- Are there any food vendors?
- What charity do the proceeds go to?
- If I cannot attend the event can I get a refund?
I have sent my entry in but haven’t heard anything - has my entry been accepted?
Race kits will commence to be sent out 4-6 weeks prior to the event. If you are concerned, call the Event Hotline on 1300 762 241.
Can I change the event I am in?
Yes, but you must email the event organisers at mdc_c@ausrun.com.au . If you decide to change your event on the day, please go to the number pick-up marquee so they can record the change.
Changing from walk to run
It is imperative you let us know. Please go to the number pick-up marquee so they can record the change and issue you with a new event number and timing piece.
$3 will also be charged for your timing piece (all runners must be timed).
Changing from run to walk
Please go to the number pick-up marquee so they can record the change. You will keep the same race number but will need to hand back your timing piece.
Changing distances only
Run – You must let us know so we can update our records. You will retain the same race number.
Walk – No need to advise us; just make sure you depart at the correct walk start time.
What if I lose my race number or timing piece?
You can collect another race number from the number pick-up marquee on the morning of the event for an additional fee. Runners will also be charged an additional fee for their timing piece. All participants must wear a race number. Anyone without a race number will not be permitted to start the event.
We are only timing the runners in both the 5km and the10km runs. The walkers are not being timed.
I have received my race kit but not my merchandise.
Race kits and event merchandise are sent separately. 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?
Your credit card statement will show the transaction as ‘WIS Mothers Day Clc’.
Can I catch public transport to the event?
Please visit the Action website for more details.
Walkers - Normal street clothes and a comfortable pair of shoes.
Runners - Comfortable running gear and shoes.
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 of silence and warm-up aerobics.
How long will it take to walk the courses?
5km - about 55 to 75 minutes
10km - about 110 to 140 minutes
Can I bring my pet dog to walk the course with me?
No. For safety reasons, animals are not permitted on the course.
Can I ride my bike alongside my friend who is running?
No. For safety reasons, bikes and rollerblades are prohibited on the course.
Prams are permitted but entrants who bring along a pram will be required to start at the rear of their group.
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.
What time does the event finish?
The event usually finishes around noon, but many people stay around and enjoy a picnic lunch.
Presentations will include trophies and prizes for male and female place getters (1st, 2nd & 3rd) in the running events. All competitors will receive a medallion in their showbag.
Age category winners’ medals will be posted in the mail two weeks after the event.
Spot prizes will be randomly handed out to participants at the event.
Can I pick up my showbag before I walk or run?
Participants can only collect their showbag after they have completed their walk or run.
There is a Cloak Room marquee to leave your clothing at Commonwealth Park. Please do not leave any valuables in it.
Toilets will be located at the assembly area.
Where will the first-aid stations be located?
First-aid stations will be located at the finish line and on the course.
Where will the drink stations be?
Water is provided at 3 drink stations: two on the course and one at the finish line.
Where do you pick up the MDC medallion and other event goodies?
Once you have completed your event, please return to the assembly area to collect your Mother’s Day Classic medallion, showbag and event goodies, kindly donated by our sponsors.
Where can I find out my results?
Results will be available for the Canberra event on the Mother’s Day Classic website on Tuesday 11 May 2010 at 5.00pm. Remember, only runners will be timed.
Can I get a tribute card if I didn’t order one?
Yes, you can pick up your tribute card on event day. You can also download one from the website.
There will be coffee carts and a sausage sizzle.
What charity do the proceeds go to?
All proceeds from the event go to the National Breast Cancer Foundation.
Any donations of more than $2 are tax deductible (entry fee is not a donation).
If I cannot attend the event can I get a refund?
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer refunds for the event.
