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17th SRF, November 14-15, 2026
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New chapter, same origins.

Stromlo Running Festival (SRF) is entering a new chapter, with its origins, values, and community focus remaining firmly unchanged. Race Hub Australia has now come on board as the festival’s owner-directors, with ownership transferring immediately. The outgoing ownership team, co-founder Robert de Castella, Mel and Steve Bingley, remain closely involved and will continue providing support to ensure a smooth transition and the continued success of SRF.

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University of Canberra return with Recovery Hub

A highlight for many participants will be the return of the UC Recovery Hub on event day. This crowd favourite, led by UC physiotherapy students and supervised by experienced teachers, offers free post-run support to help runners recover, recharge, and celebrate their achievements.

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Sweat, beets and running through walls: Academics and a legend drop ‘pure gold’ at Stromlo Winter Summit

When you’ve hit the 30 km mark of a 42 km run, you’re deep in the hurt locker and questioning your life decisions, how do you push through?Australian former world champion marathon runner and Stromlo Running Festival (SRF) founder Rob de Castella had some ideas, alongside academics from the University of Canberra.

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SRF Summit | Building a Resilient Running Body

Announcing the inaugural SRF Summit on July 24 presented in partnership with the University of Canberra. Themed "Building a Resilient Running Body," this FREE event is for runners of all abilities, offering practical, evidence-based insights on nutrition, heat acclimation, and injury prevention.

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University of Canberra | Official Education Partner

SRF is thrilled to announce its newest partnership with the University of Canberra, marking it as the event’s official Education Partner. This collaboration brings together two pillars of the Canberra community that are dedicated to excellence, and promoting health and wellness.

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A new marathon for Canberra

Brace yourselves, Canberra! The inaugural SRF Marathon is set to debut this November, replacing the beloved 50km ultra-marathon which has been retired due to civil works and operational challenges.

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2024 Canberra Day Appeal Fun Run

Celebrate Canberra Day during Enlighten Festival and support your community by joining in the Canberra Day Appeal Fun Run on Monday 11 March, proudly supported by SRF.

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Take the leap on our 15th anniversary

SRF makes it's grand return on November 16-17, marking an incredible 15 years of trail running and community celebration in the Nation's Capital! To add an extra leap of excitement, registration opens on the rare and special leap day, Thursday, February 29, 2024.

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Riotact | returns in 2023

The Stromlo Running Festival (SRF) is excited to announce that Riotact as part of Region Group will be returning as a major partner for the 2023 event. This marks the third event in a row that the two organisations have joined forces to provide an outstanding experience for participants and spectators alike.

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Riotact | 2022 Major Partner

Stromlo Running Festival are proud to announce Capital region news organisation Riotact, as part of Region Group, as a Major Partner for the 13th event to be held on 19-20 November 2022.

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