2026 5K SCADaddle for Research

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Join SCAD Research Inc in various cities across Australia or walk, skip, or run 5kms in your neighbourhood anywhere in Australia in October to raise much-needed funds for SCAD Medical Research!

Registration and donations are tax deductible in Australia, and registered adults can receive free swag PLUS all money raised goes to much-needed medical research to BEAT SCAD Heart Attacks.

SCAD Research Inc has donated over $146k (AUD) to the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute and Mayo Clinic SCAD Study to support their work identifying the most effective ways to diagnose, treat and ultimately prevent SCAD Heart Attacks.

SCAD (Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection) is an uncommon emergency heart condition that occurs when a tear forms in one of the blood vessels in the heart, causing a heart attack or sudden death. SCAD heart attacks typically occur in people with no standard risk factors for heart attack, the average age of patients is just 42 and 80% of sufferers are women.

Run Pick of the Month - Great Ocean Road Running Festival

Run the road like no other in May, 2026 at the Great Ocean Road Running Festival, presented by Melrose.

Join thousands of runners and walkers for an unforgettable weekend along the iconic Great Ocean Road—one of Victoria’s most breathtaking coastal stretches.

With a distance for everyone, from the 1.5 km Kids Gallop and the SriLankan Airlines 6 km Run to the legendary Melrose 44 km Great Ocean Road Marathon and the ultimate challenge of the 60 km Ultra Marathon, you can choose your adventure.

Whether you’re aiming for a personal best, conquering your first event, or simply soaking in those stunning ocean views, don’t miss out.

Registrations are open now, but with limited spots available, you’ll need to get in quick!

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