Moranbah Australia Day Triathlon

Looking for your next race ......

You guessed it….we’re doing a Triathlon!!

This has been on Matt’s event wish list for many years so we are excited to see it come to life.

Like most thing we do, we want it to be more than just a Triathlon. It’s a community event. A chance come together, give something new a go and create some memories.

Keep an eye out for more details - we have some exciting things planned!

Wondering what event you could try next in the Mackay, Isaac and Whitsunday region? If you have never tried trail running or experienced an ultra give this a go. ActiV8 Adventures 5 part "off the beaten track" Trail Run Series in Mackay kicks off with the New Moon Ultra on Saturday 21 March. Choose from 1 lap, 6 laps (half ultra), 12 laps (ultra). Starting at 6pm each lap is 6.7km and re-starts for all athletes on the hour every hour until the 12 lap at 5am. Run through the night or register for 6 laps and see how many you can physically do. Watch the ultra pro's in action, gather your ideas and experience from this one to come back in 2027 and go one better. This is an event like no other, come and see it in action at Mackay's Rowallan Park. Register now 👉https://www.tri-activ8.com.au/new-moon-ultra

𝗢𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝟲 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗴𝗼! This was one of our most popular runs last year. Last weekend's NEW MOON Training Event saw more than 70 runners unite to try out the 6.7km looping distance 3 times across 3 hours - the camaraderie and joy was high. Our ActiV8 Adventures team loved every minute of it!

If you have never been to a backyard ultra DO NOT miss your opportunity to be a part of this special community of trail runners.

Register now: https://www.tri-activ8.com.au/new-moon-ultra

You choose the distance and we will see you on the start line on Saturday 21 March at 6pm: 1 lap, 6 laps or 12 laps.

Results!

🏆 WHAT A DAY TO TRI! 🏊🚴🏃

We witnessed incredible battles and world-class sportsmanship today at the Moranbah Australia Day Triathlon 2026.

A massive thank you to Isaac Regional Council for making this event possible. To all the community clubs whose members were out here working hard to earn funds for equipment and resources - your effort is what makes this region great! Thank you! 🤝

A huge shout-out to the 30 kids who smashed it today, and our 60 Sprint Distance competitors who made it the most popular event on the program! 🚀

OUR 2026 PODIUMS:

Sprint Distance Triathlon
Females:
🥇 Jody Walker
🥈 Kelly Chappell
🥉 Ella Chappell

Males:
🥇 Jared Havemann
🥈 Kyle Booth
🥉 Paul Formosa

Enticer Distance Triathlon
Females:
🥇 Abi Preston
🥈 Jana Wright
🥉 Krystelle Kelly

Males:
🥇 Eli Flanagan (corrected)
🥈 Isaac Hammer
🥉 Oliver Preston

Team Triathlon
🥇 No Train All Pain
🥈 The Flana-cans
🥉 Moranbah Bulldogs

Mini Kids Triathlon
Females:
🥇 Ivy Chalmers
🥈 Pippah Cross
🥉 Bronte Lake

Males:
🥇 Hayden Hammer
🥈 Jax Tomba
🥉 Alex Wakerley

Mini Kids Aquathlon (Females)
🥇 Katie Mclennan | 🥈 Taylor Chalmers | 🥉 Audrey Day

Multi-Sport Winners
Aquabike (Female): 🥇 Tina Daniel
Duathlon (Female): 🥇 Tracey Preston
Duathlon (Male): 🥇 Aaron Daniel

Congratulations to every single athlete who "tested the waters" and took on the challenge today. You’ve started 2026 with a massive achievement!

📸 Stay tuned! We’ll be uploading the full photo gallery soon. Tag yourself and your mates in the comments below!

Deanne Woods Photography

🌙 𝗦𝗘𝗘 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗔𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗥𝗧 𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘! 🏊🚴🏃

The bikes are tuned, the pool is ready, and the BBQ is prepped! We are officially hours away from the Moranbah Australia Day Triathlon 2026.

To make sure your morning is as smooth as our new flat bike course, here is your final race-morning reminder:

⏰ Essential Timings:

6:00 AM: Check-in & Registration opens (Compulsory for all athletes!)

6:20 AM: Compulsory Race Briefing at the Pool Grandstand.

6:20 AM: Transition Closes - all bikes must be racked by this time!

6:30 AM: Mini Kids hit the water!

6:40 AM: Sprint Distance and all other races to follow!

🎒 One Last Gear Check:

[ ] Helmet: Clasp works and it's ready to go.

[ ] Shoes: Fully enclosed (No Crocs or thongs for the bike or run!).

[ ] Nutrition: Eat your carbs early and bring your bike hydration.

[ ] Protection: Sunscreen on and mosquito spray packed! 🦟

Get some rest, Moranbah! We can't wait to see you bright and early to kick off the first race of 2026. Let’s make those finish line feels legendary!