Question 1

What is the official logo of the event

Accepted Answer

The Run for Freedom logo represents all women and children finding freedom from domestic violence.  The variation of colours depict the amazing transformation that women have when they find their freedom, freedom the be themselves, in a safe place and discover their own way through love, laughter, good nutrition, fitness and a wonderful social network.
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Question 2

How much does the run cost?

Accepted Answer

The Run for Freedom event costs $37.00.

Question 3

What distance is the run?

Accepted Answer

The run has one 5km course which is suitable for most fitness levels and ages.  The course is predominately flat terrain.

Question 4

How does the Women's Legal Service benefit from the event?

Accepted Answer

All funds made from the Run for Freedom go toward the fundraising efforts of Suanne Lowery who is taking part in the Women's Legal Service, Dancing CEO's charity event. The Women’s Legal Service provides free legal and welfare help to Queensland women and their children who experience domestic violence. Last year alone they provided support to over 11,000 women and with them 17, 000 children affected by violence. However, resource constraints mean that 50% of calls for help continue to go unanswered which is why events like these help lower these statistics.

Question 5

What time does the Run for Freedom commence?

Accepted Answer

The fun run will commence in stages, the first being 8am.  Participants are asked to arrive at least 20min prior to their start time.  As all participants will run the same course, a staggared start will allow for even distribution of participants.

Question 6

Is the event timed?

Accepted Answer

The Run for Freedom is not a timed event, however all participants will receive a race bib which is required to participate in the event.

Question 7

Can I walk the event?

Accepted Answer

Yes, participants can walk the 5km event.

Question 8

What do I wear?

Accepted Answer

Participants are required to wear suitable exercise clothes and trainers and are encouraged to wear sun protection.  All participants will receive a Run for Freedom cap which they can wear on the day.

Question 9

Do I bring water?

Accepted Answer

Water stations will be available on the course and at the finish line, participants are also encouraged to bring their own water if required.

Question 10

How do I get to the start line?

Accepted Answer

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The start line is to the right of Preston Road Car Park.  There is limited parking available at this location.  Parking for the event is located in the car park at Meadowlands Road Picnic Ground and the car park at Preston Road at the softball fields. Please ensure you arrive 20min prior to your start time on the day (you may need to take into account extra walking time from your parking area).

Question 11

Where is parking?

Accepted Answer

Parking for the event is located in the car park at Meadowlands Road Picnic Ground and the car park at Preston Road at the softball fields. Please ensure you arrive 20min prior to your start time on the day (you may need to take into account extra walking time from your parking area).  Participants are to ensure if they park where they need to cross a road that they use the propper crossings.
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Question 12

Course track

Accepted Answer

The image below depicts the 5km track that will be used on the day of the event.
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