Question 1

Is there a minimum age to participate?

Accepted Answer

Runners must be at least 15 years old on race day to participate in the long course Participants in the short course must be at least 12 years old on race day, unless accompanied by an adult.

Question 2

Should I wear road or trail shoes?

Accepted Answer

Long Course: With 5 km of roads, the long course is definitely better suited to road running shoes. The trails for the remaining 14 km are mostly wide, hard-packed fire tracks so nothing too technical out there for you to negotiate! Short Course: The short course is run on wide, hard-packed vehicle tracks – nothing too muddy or slippery – so we would recommend road shoes, especially if weather is dry leading in to race day.

Question 3

What are the course cutoff times?

Accepted Answer

All courses close to runners at 11:00am with presentations following soon afterwards.

Question 4

Is the course suitable for wheelchairs or prams?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately the long course is not suitable for prams or wheelchairs due to the hilly terrain and rough rail surfaces. The short course is run over groomed trails so is suitable for prams or wheelchairs, but there are still a few hills to negotiate. Check the elevation profile here so you can decide if it is right for you – https://mypongaloop.com.au/events/short/ The kids dash is on a flat, groomed path so is definitely suitable for both wheelchairs and prams.

Question 5

Can I walk?

Accepted Answer

You can run, jog or walk any of the distances as long as you can finish within the designated cutoff time – by 11:00 am.

Question 6

Can I run/walk with my child in the Kids' Dash?

Accepted Answer

Yes, of course you can. Parents and older siblings are welcome to run or walk with and encourage their little champions along the course! There is no need for buddy runners to register – it’s all for fun 🙂

Question 7

Can I wear headphones?

Accepted Answer

Wearing of headphones is strongly discouraged. Enjoy the serenity of the course, the birdsong or conversation with your fellow runners. If you do choose to wear headphones, please have your music at a low volume or use just one earpiece so that you can still hear any vehicles or safety instructions from our course marshals. If you miss a turn or marshals’ instructions because you are wearing headphones, that is on you.

Question 8

Can I run with a dog?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately not as dogs are not permitted in the grounds of Myponga Reservoir, with the exception of assistance dogs. Please let us know if you are planning to run or walk with an assistance dog so we can notify SA Water in advance.

Question 9

Why do I have to pay extra for a medal (and engraving)?

Accepted Answer

We understand that some runners treasure their finisher medals whilst others prefer to keep entry fees to a minimum. Medals and engraving are an optional purchase at Great Southern Runs events to give every runner the choice.

Question 10

Can I transfer to a different distance after I have entered?

Accepted Answer

Of course. If you wish to change race distance after you have registered, simply email your request to [email protected] or see us in person at the bib collection on race morning. If you transfer to a longer distance event you will be required to pay the additional entry fee applicable at the time of transfer. If you transfer to a shorter distance event more than 4 weeks before race day you will receive a refund of the difference between your original entry fee and the entry fee for your new distance at the time of transfer. If you transfer to a shorter distance event within 4 weeks of race day the difference in entry fees will not be refunded

Question 11

Can I still register after online entries have closed?

Accepted Answer

Online race entries close at midnight on the Thursday before race day. Unless sold out prior, you may register in person on race morning. In person entries are subect to the following additional fees: Long Course – $20 Short Course – $10 Kids’ Dash – no fee

Question 12

Can I transfer my entry to another runner?

Accepted Answer

No – transfers are not permitted as all runners are required to complete their details (including emergency contact info) and accept the event participation waiver through our online registration system. If you are unable to participate you can request a refund up to 4 weeks before race (or up to 1 week before race day if you purchased Diamond Cover with your race entry). Click here to view our full cancellation policy.

Question 13

What is your refund policy?

Accepted Answer

Basic refund insurance is included with all race entries, allowing you to receive a refund of race entry & extras (less a 20% admin fee) up to 4 weeks before race day for any reason – no questions asked. After this time, all income is committed to delivering the event and refunds/credits are not available unless you have taken out Diamond Cover Insurance. Click here to view our full refund policy.

Question 14

What is Diamond Cover?

Accepted Answer

Diamond Cover is an additional insurance option to give you greater protection should you need to withdraw from an event with less than 4 weeks to go until race day. For a small premium, you will be eligible for a full refund up to one week before race day with no further admin fees. Click here for more information.

Question 15

When will my race pack be posted?

Accepted Answer

If you selected the postage option, your race pack (containing your bib and any merch you bought) will be posted to you approximately 3 weeks prior to race day to allow plenty of time for delivery.

Question 16

What happens if I don't receive my race bib in the post?

Accepted Answer

If you selected the postage option and your race pack does not arrive before race day, come and see our team at bib collection on race morning and they can organise a replacement race bib for you.

Question 17

When can I collect my race pack from The Running Company?

Accepted Answer

If you selected The Running Company pick up option, your race pack (containing your bib and any merch you bought) will ready for you to collect from Saturday 16 to Friday 29 May 2026. The Running Company – 278 Unley Road, Hyde Park, AdelaideThe Running Company – 39 Beach Road, Christies Beach If you do not pick up your race pack from The Running Company by Friday 29 May it will be available to pick up on race morning instead. Race packs will not be available to collect from The Running Company on Saturday 30 May.

Question 18

What happens if I lose or forget to bring my race bib?

Accepted Answer

Please see our team at bib collection on race weekend to arrange a replacement bib. Replacement bibs are subject to a $20 replacement bib fee.

Question 19

How do I update my registration details (email, emergency contact, etc.) ?

Accepted Answer

Click the link at the top of your registration confirmation email to update your details. Alternatively, you can email your new details to [email protected]

Question 20

Is there a bag drop?

Accepted Answer

Race bib collection, bag drop, refreshments, massage, etc will be located in the fenced paddock adjacent to the Myponga Reservoir Reserve on Hansen Street. The bag drop tent will not be manned during the event so please leave any valuable items locked safely in your car or with your supporters.

Question 21

Where will I find my race result?

Accepted Answer

A link to results can be found at https://mypongaloop.com.au/results/ or via the QR code on the back of your race bib for you and your supporters to check your race result as soon as you cross the finish line. Any timing discrepancies should be emailed to [email protected] immediately. Results will be made final on Wednesday after race day.

Question 22

How does the electronic timing work?

Accepted Answer

Electronic transponder timing services will be provided by Event Strategies to ensure accurate and quick publishing of race results. You will allocated a race number bib and it has an electronic timing tag on the back linked to you and the event you have entered. Before you start you must notify our team at Bib Collection if any of your entry information needs changing e.g. you are changing race distance. Do not use someone else’s number bib as this will produce false results for everyone. Attach the bib at WAIST HEIGHT (NOT chest!) to the OUTSIDE FRONT of whatever you will be wearing. Do not bend or fold the tag or tamper with it. If there are several starts for different events, make sure you start at the correct time. Your time and number will be recorded when you pass through timing points provided your race number bib is visible. Covering it with a nutrition belt, clothing or anything else including your hands as you operate a watch will prevent it recording, so your bib must be LOWER than all of these. Race number bibs are your keepsake of the event & do not need to be returned. Please notify Timing Officials at the finish line:a) and do not pass through the finish timing point if you cut the course short (for example by skipping a lap, or taking a shortcut), as we may inadvertently think you have won the race.b) if you pull out of your race before finishing and pass through the finish timing point. c) if you lose your race number bib during the race. You can find your results at this link within a few minutes of you finishing: https://mypongaloop.com.au/results/ or via the QR code on the back of your race bib. All results will be “Provisional” until 6pm on the Wednesday after your race, after which they will be “Final”. Queries must be emailed to [email protected] before this time.

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