SHIRE AQUATHON

KEY TIMINGS

7:20am- 7:45am- Transition Open- SHIRE Aquathon (750m Swim/4km Run)
7:50am- Event Briefing- SHIRE Aquathon (750m Swim/4km Run)
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8:10am- Event Start- SHIRE Aquathon (750m Swim/4km Run)- Individuals & Teams

NOTE: Full event schedule is available HERE
 
COURSE DETAILS
 

750M SWIM LEG (2x375m laps)-  Starting in the water, participants will swim in the calm, flat and stunning waters of Silver Beach, Kurnell, exiting the water at the end of their second lap to head up to transition on the grass next to the footpath.
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4KM RUN COURSE (1x4km lap)- The flat and fast course travels along the Kurnell Foreshore path, boasting spectacular water views and will finish in Bonna Point Reserve (same finish line as the fun run events).
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Teams will change over their timing chip from swimmer to runner in the transition area.
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​View the Run Course Map HERE


ABILITY

 

• The  SHIRE Aquathon is a unique multisport challenge that is suitable for ALL levels, including walkers. We cater for multisport enthusiasts through to first timers.

• There will be NO course cut off time.

 
WHAT TO BRING 

• Swim Cap (you MUST wear a swim cap, please make sure you bring your own- the brighter the colour, the better!)

• Goggles

• Swim suit or triathlon suit

• Running vest/top (torso must be covered on the run course)

• Wetsuit (only permitted if the water temperature allows- see AUS Triathlon competition rules HERE)

• Towel

• Running shoes with lock laces

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TIMING CHIP COLLECTION

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• Timing chips must be strapped to your LEFT ankle for the duration of the event.

• Timing chip collection will be available on the day from the bib/chip collection area (next to the Bonna Point Reserve playground) from 5:45am.

• Please aim to arrive 60 minutes prior to the scheduled start time of your event to allow for parking and timing chip collection

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AGE CATEGORIES
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Age Groups (male & female): 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+, Male Team, Female Team, Mixed Team (age as at 31st December 2026).
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NOTE: You must be a minimum of 15 years of age (as at 31st December 2026) to win a category prize in the SHIRE Aquathlon

 
FINISHER MEDAL & PRIZES
 

• All finishers will receive a Finisher Medal

• Shire Aquathlon placegetter medals will be awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in each age category (male & female). ​

ENTRY FEES
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

WATER SAFETY
Water safety will be provided on the swim course by Cronulla Surf Life Saving Club. To find out more about Cronulla SLSC's activities, please CLICK HERE
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EVENT RULES
​The SHIRE Aquathon is an AUS Triathlon sanctioned event and will be conducted under AUS Triathlon Competition Rules (available HERE) to ensure safety, fairness and enjoyment for all participants.
 
RESULTS

• Full results for all participants will be available from https://www.multisportaustralia.com.au/ as soon as they are finalised after the completion of the event.

• Reporting a Result Error: If you believe that a result is missing or is incorrect, please report it as soon as possible at the event to Multisport Australia staff. If noticed after the event, you can report it via the “Report An Error” link at the bottom of the relevant results page on https://www.multisportaustralia.com.au

 
​​​​WHAT YOU GET FOR YOUR ENTRY

• Finisher medal for all Aquathlon participants

• Scenic, flat and fast course with spectacular water views!

• Great event atmosphere with music playing happy beats and event commentary

• Chance to win a lucky draw prize

• Downloadable personalised finisher certificate

• Chance to win Age Group Podium Prizes

• Chip Timing and Results on Race Day

• Safe and professionally managed event

• Support from our awesome volunteers

• Opportunity to be part of an event which gives back to a worthy cause

• Water station on course and at the finish line

• Bragging rights & stories to tell

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OTHER DETAILS
 

Please familiarise yourself with the General Event Information, which is available HERE
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