Resources
How to timekeep at parkrun
Timekeeping at parkrun is a super simple volunteer role that’s actually heaps of fun. As this short video shows, it’s so much fun that you can even make some fairy bread whilst you’re doing it!
How to barcode scan at parkrun
Barcode scanning is a fun volunteer role that anyone can try. This short video shows just how easy it is — even if you’re blindfolded!
Colin Thorne — 100 not out!
Colin Thorne started parkrunning at the age of 93. This video captures the moment he completed his 175th parkrun, the week after his 100th birthday! Colin shares his secret of a long and happy life and explains why parkrun is his favourite time of the week.
New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) — What is parkrun?
This video uses New Zealand Sign Language to explain what parkrun is and how you can get involved.
New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) — First Timers Welcome
This video uses New Zealand Sign Language to show what a First Timers Welcome at parkrun looks like.
Diabetes Alliance Program Plus
parkrun Australia has collaborated on an innovative program in the Hunter and New England Local Health District called the Diabetes Alliance Program Plus.
Specialist teams travel to communities to see patients with diabetes alongside their General Practice team, improving access to specialist knowledge and supporting collaboration between health professionals.
The specialists and GP teams support each other to give people with diabetes the best care available to manage their condition, particularly in rural areas
This pioneering initiative is the latest way that parkrun Australia is working with the health sector to facilitate patient referrals to parkrun.
parkrun - Something Different
Getting your steps up feels amazing. It just feels different at parkrun.
Incident Reporting
As part of the Run Director Project, we have developed a short 5-minute training video to support your event delivery focusing on the incident reporting process. This video helps clarify what constitutes an incident and explains how reporting helps identify safety improvements for the entire community.
It also covers essential steps for managing injuries, using the critical incident line, and logging factual reports through the Event Management System. Please watch this video to ensure you feel confident and supported in keeping our events safe and thriving.