Childhood cancer is not simply adult cancer in a child, they are often different in their causes, the way they grow and spread, and how they respond to treatment. In Australia, more than 1000 children and adolescents are diagnosed with cancer each year. Cancer…

When Bonnie was only two weeks old, her parents and doctor noticed that her vision was not tracking the way it should and she was referred to an ophthalmologist and connected with Vision Australia.  Bonnie was diagnosed with oculomotor apraxia, a neurological disorder…

“I've done a lot of independent travel, especially to third-world countries. But it wasn't until I was back in my hometown surrounded by friends and family that I felt feel so lost and so anxious – I couldn’t understand why. Meet Paige, a 29-year…

Taneille Brann, 39, is travelling all the way from Darwin to Melbourne this October to fulfill a goal she set herself ten years ago after giving birth to her firstborn son eight weeks early – to run a marathon before she turns 40! When Taneille saw…

Running for a charity is one of the primary ways to GUARANTEE your spot in the Nike Melbourne Marathon and Nike Half Marathon. We now have more charity opportunities available!  We are excited to announce nine new charity options for you to run with heart for.…

The Nike Half Marathon has officially reached general capacity! With two events already at capacity we are so excited for a massive 2024 #melbmara, and we want to make sure you have a chance to secure a spot on course! The Waitlist for the…

We have been overwhelmed with applications for our 2024 Nike Melbourne Marathon Pacer Program, and the application window is now closed. We will be reviewing all applications but please note only successful applicants will be contacted.

Run For A Cause at the Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival! Sign up a Charity Runner for our Platinum Charity Partner, Running for Premature Babies, and commit to raising $2,000 or more in return for a GUARANTEED and FREE entry into the event of your…

Year after year, Australia's Premier Marathon Festival the Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival is growing more and more popular. 2023 saw record breaking numbers with 4 race categories selling out well before Race Day. The 2024 event went on sale at the end…

Year after year, Australia’s Premier Marathon Festival continues to grow more and more popular.  The 2024 event is no different with the 42.195km Nike Melbourne Marathon reaching general allocation capacity in under 48 hours. To be the first to know when registration opportunities become…

The Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival is returning Sunday, 13th October 2024  Registrations for 2024 will open 2PM Wednesday 29th November! Don't miss out on being a part of Australia's Premier Marathon Event!

At the 2023 Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival, all medals were created by badges and medals in collaborations with plastic bank using recycled materials. For every medal presented at this years #melbmara two plastic bottles were prevented from entering our oceans! We are proud to…