FAQs

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Do I need to run?

No, you can walk your 5km too! It’s completely up to you and based on your fitness level if you want to walk or run this 5km event. If you have been thinking about running maybe now's the time to start training. 

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Can only women participate?

We welcome participants of all genders, ages, backgrounds and levels of fitness. The Women’s 5km is all about raising vital funds for Cancer Council Tasmania to reduce the incidence and impact of cancer on any Tasmanian. Do it for your mum, sister, aunt, step-mum, grandma, colleague, best friend... All Of Us Against Cancer.

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Is there an age limit to participate?

No - if you can walk or run or be pushed in pram or wheel chair, you are welcome to join in! Please note that in accordance with legislation, there are restrictions around fundraising. Please review the T&Cs for more details.

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Can I volunteer at the Women's 5km?

Yes! We have plenty of volunteer positions to fill. Please click here to submit your interest. 
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When is the event in 2026?

The physical event is on Sunday 13 September starting at 9.30am, setting out from Launceston's City Park.  

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What is the walk/run route for the Launceston event?

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Can I get merchandise?  

Limited Women's 5km Merchandise is available via our SHOP.
All orders are posted to the buyer, collection isn't an option. 
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My company is keen to support - can they become a sponsor?

Yes! We welcome new sponsors - please contact our  Event Manager, Zoe Vandervelde (zvandervelde@cancertas.org.au) for further information.

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Can I bring my dog to the event in Launceston?

Unfortunately no dogs are allowed at the Women's 5km Walk/Run phyiscal event in Launceston.
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Do I have to be in Tasmania to participate?

No, if you are interstate or overseas, you are still welcome to join in our virtual 5km walk/run.

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Do I have to join as a team?

You can register as a team or an individual. You create your team after you have purcahsed your ticket/s in the "Next Steps" following  registration. 

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Do I have to register my training kilometres?

No, however we do encourage you to keep track of your training and fundraising on your Women's 5km online dashboard. 

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Can I read the Terms & Conditions before I register?

Yes, these are available here.

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What is the ticket fee?

2025 Ticket Pricing

Ticket Type
Launch
Early Bird
Standard
Last Minute
Day Of
Adult
$35
$40 $50 $55 $60
Concession/Student $25 $30 $40 $45 $50
Youth (9-19) $25 $30 $40 $45 $50
Child (5-8) $10 $15 $20 $25 $30
Infant - FREE
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00

Virtual registration gives you a FREE fundraising page - virtual entrants must complete their 5km in a location and time anytime in 2025 (except at the physical event). 
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Are there any concessions on the registration fee?

Yes there will be. See ticket prices FAQs for more details. Anyone needing a carer's registration for the 2025 event please get in touch with Event Coordinator Sophie Avnell at savnell@cancertas.org.au

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