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More than 50 runners, including existing members and newcomers, turned out for the annual Rural View 5/10km event despite inclement weather. Club President Paul Tilse welcomed and thanked runners and volunteers before delivering the race briefing, outlining the course and sharing club notices.
Junior runner Isaac Hammer produced an outstanding performance in the 5km, taking line honours in 25 minutes and 50 seconds over the technical and hilly Rural View course. His younger sibling and father also completed the run. Jose Short was the first female across the line in the 5km, followed by emerging runners Gail Mackie and Rebecca Malcolm.
In the 10km event, Michael Feenaghty and Rhiann Massey were the first male and female finishers, handling the challenging terrain which included several loops through the undulating hills of the scenic rural residential suburb.
Thanks were extended to club merchandiser Jo Hughes, who organised the club’s 50th anniversary singlets, proudly worn by many runners at the event.
The club also reminded members about its 50th Anniversary celebrations, to be held at the Mantra Mackay Marina on April 11. Those wishing to attend can RSVP and purchase tickets for the two-course dinner by contacting publicity officer Janelle Tilse.
This Friday, March 6 marks the launch of the 2026 BMA Mackay Marina Run, headlined by the Mackay Airport Twilight City 5km Fun Run. The event begins and finishes at the Fish Bones on Bluewater Quay, with runners asked to arrive by 5.30pm for a 6pm start. All registrations are online, with proceeds supporting the Mackay branch of the Leukaemia Foundation.
With Mackay Road Runners heavily involved in the event, the club will instead host a social 6/10km run this Sunday at 5pm from the Mackay Surf Club in place of its usual handicap points run. Members are encouraged to check the club’s 2026 program to plan their running goals for the year.
Contributed with thanks to Janelle Tilse
– Isaac Hammer had an outstanding 5km Rural Viewrun despite the many undulating ascents and descents and strong headwinds.
– John Rae (#91) takes the lead from the scratch start over approximately 50 runners at the Rural View 5/10km.
– Tim Magoffin and Teresa Hackney enjoy the final descent in the 5km Rural View run.
– Michael Feenaghty (left) and Ryan Murray in sync in the 10km Rural View event.
– (left to right) – Craig, Rhiann, Andrew, Emily, Tahnie, Susan and Gail listen intently to the race briefing at the Rural View 5k/10k.
– Kayla Waugh enjoying the final stages of the 5km Rural View run.
– Timekeeper, Rohan Miles enjoys some downtime after the Rural View 5k/10k with Max and Ashley Miles. Photos supplied
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