Surf Coast Trek6 April 2019 - Aireys Inlet to Torquay, VictoriaThe Surf Coast Trek takes trekkers through a diverse range of landscapes including cliff scenery, scenic Ironbark bushland, and long sandy beaches. The event brings together fitness, fun and fundraising for the Kids Plus Foundation and the Give Where You Live Foundation. For more information and registration go to http://www.surfcoasttrek.com.au/

Hiking Expo 2019 14 April 2019 - Belair National Park, South AustraliaAn expo to celebrate the start of the South Australian bushwalking season. With the arrival of cooler autumn weather, hiking is an ideal outdoor activity. South Australia’s bushwalking clubs and Walking SA are coming together to celebrate the occasion with a unique day in Belair National Park.

The Bloody Long Walk16 June 2019 Sunshine Coast14 July 2019 Brisbane28 July 2019 Newcastle28 August 2019 Melbourne8 September 2019 Sydney North22 September 2019 Perth13 October 2019 Canberra3 November 2019 Adelaide10 November 2019 Sydney East35 kilometres of huffing, puffing and laughing out loud. It’ll be a challenge, but it’s a bloody great time! For more information and registration go to bloodylongwalk.com.au

Oxfam Trailwalker Australia21-23 June 2019 Brisbane - Mount Glorious to Mount Coot-Tha23–25 August 2019- Sydney - The Hawkesbury to the HarbourOxfam Trailwalker is Australia's original charity team endurance event. Teams of four walk 100 kilometres or 50–55 kilometres of bush trail in under 24, 36 or 48 hours to tackle poverty.For more information and registration go to trailwalker.oxfam.org.au/

5 Lands Walk22 June 2019, New South WalesThe 5 Lands Walk is a day-long festival along 10 kilometres of spectacular coastline. The 5 Lands Walk is a cultural, physical, spiritual and fun event brought to you as a gift from many of the communities of the NSW Central Coast. For more information and registration go to 5landswalk.com.au/

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