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Townsville Fat Dogz Hotfoot 9km 2026
- Race day
- Saturday, 26 September 2026
- Location
- Currajong, Townsville, Australia
- Distance
- 5.59 mi / 9.0 km
Townsville Fat Dogz Hotfoot 9km: 26 September 2026, 5.59 miles, from Hammet Street, Currajong, Townsville. Entry, route, a pace chart and the race-day forecast.
Townsville Fat Dogz Hotfoot 9km Race Timeline
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This is where the real training happens — building your long run and getting comfortable with 5.59-mile race-pace.
Townsville Fat Dogz Hotfoot 9km 2026: quick answers
When is Townsville Fat Dogz Hotfoot 9km 2026?
Townsville Fat Dogz Hotfoot 9km 2026 takes place on Saturday, 26 September 2026.
Where does Townsville Fat Dogz Hotfoot 9km start?
Townsville Fat Dogz Hotfoot 9km starts at Hammet Street, Currajong, Townsville. The organiser hasn't published a finish location.
How many miles is Townsville Fat Dogz Hotfoot 9km?
Townsville Fat Dogz Hotfoot 9km is 5.59 miles (9km).
Key Race Metrics & Overview
- Date
- Saturday, 26 September 2026
- Distance
- 5.59 miles / 9.0km
- Location
- Currajong, Townsville, Australia
- Start Point
- Hammet Street, Currajong, Townsville
- Surface
- Road
Not published by the organiser at the time of writing: finish point, start time, cut-off time, age requirement, tracking app. Verus records these as unconfirmed rather than estimating them — check the official race website closer to race day.
Direct Entry Summary
Not published for this event — check the official race website.
Ballot Policy
No ballot — entry is direct through Townsville Road Runners Inc..
Townsville Fat Dogz Hotfoot 9km Race Day Weather
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Townsville Fat Dogz Hotfoot 9km Route Map & Elevation Profile
Starting at Hammet Street, Currajong, Townsville. The organiser hasn't published a finish location. Total elevation gain is not published for this event, and Verus does not estimate one.
Is Townsville Fat Dogz Hotfoot 9km flat?
No official elevation figure is published for this course, so Verus doesn't state one. The organiser describes the going as: road.
Townsville Fat Dogz Hotfoot 9km Course Profile
Elevation change not published for this event.
Tap a point on the course for details.
Hammet Street, Currajong, Townsville
Start line.
Where Townsville Fat Dogz Hotfoot 9km starts and finishes
Townsville Fat Dogz Hotfoot 9km starts at Hammet Street, Currajong, Townsville. We haven't been able to place those on a map accurately enough to show one — a pin in the wrong place is worse than no pin.
These are the start and finish points, not the route. Verus doesn't hold course files for this race, and drawing a line between two pins would be a guess you might end up training on.
Full Townsville Fat Dogz Hotfoot 9km Route Breakdown
The Townsville Fat Dogz Hotfoot takes place on Hammet Street in Currajong, offering a flat and fast road course ideal for all runners. The 9km and 4km routes wind through the vibrant streets of Townsville, providing a fun and engaging challenge. With a tropical backdrop and a welcoming atmosphere, this event is perfect for both seasoned runners and newcomers to the sport.
Townsville Fat Dogz Hotfoot 9km Pace Calculator & Splits
Townsville Fat Dogz Hotfoot 9km Pace Calculator
Enter a target finish time to see your pace and projected splits.
Average pace / mile
42:56
Average pace / km
26:41
Townsville Fat Dogz Hotfoot 9km Pace Chart
Split markers calculated for standard checkpoints — no official pacers are confirmed for this event.
| Target | Pace /mi | Pace /km | 5K | Finish |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:00 | 32:12 | 20:01 | 1:40:03 | 3:00:00 |
| 3:15 | 34:53 | 21:41 | 1:48:23 | 3:15:00 |
| 3:30 | 37:34 | 23:21 | 1:56:43 | 3:30:00 |
| 3:45 | 40:15 | 25:01 | 2:05:03 | 3:45:00 |
| 4:00 | 42:56 | 26:41 | 2:13:23 | 4:00:00 |
| 4:15 | 45:37 | 28:21 | 2:21:44 | 4:15:00 |
| 4:30 | 48:18 | 30:01 | 2:30:04 | 4:30:00 |
| 4:45 | 50:59 | 31:41 | 2:38:24 | 4:45:00 |
| 5:00 | 53:40 | 33:21 | 2:46:44 | 5:00:00 |
| 5:30 | 59:02 | 36:41 | 3:03:25 | 5:30:00 |
| 6:00 | 1:04:24 | 40:01 | 3:20:05 | 6:00:00 |
| 6:30 | 1:09:46 | 43:21 | 3:36:45 | 6:30:00 |
| 7:00 | 1:15:08 | 46:41 | 3:53:26 | 7:00:00 |
Townsville Fat Dogz Hotfoot 9km Finish Time Estimator
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Estimated Townsville Fat Dogz Hotfoot 9km finish
46:36
An estimate only, based on Pete Riegel's race-time prediction formula. Real marathon performance depends on endurance, training specificity, pacing and race-day conditions — not just your speed over a shorter distance.
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Start Your Verus JourneyTownsville Fat Dogz Hotfoot 9km Race Day Checklist
Tap items to mark off your race-day readiness.
- Race number attached, and any timing chip fitted per your race pack instructions
- Weather-appropriate kit, plus something warm and disposable to discard before the start
- A plan for reaching Hammet Street, Currajong, Townsville
- A meeting point agreed with family and friends for after the race
Training Strategy for Townsville Fat Dogz Hotfoot 9km
6-10 weeks is a solid window for a 5.59-mile race. Combine a weekly long run with threshold work so you can hold pace over the full distance.
This is a largely flat course, so most of your long runs can mirror that — flat and steady, building time on feet rather than hill strength.
Ease off mileage in the final week, keeping a couple of short, sharp race-pace efforts to stay fresh. Arrive at Hammet Street, Currajong, Townsville fresh, energized, and primed — not fit, fresh.
Lock in your target pace using the interactive splits calculator below — no official pacers are confirmed for this event, so a pace band on your watch is the more reliable option.
Test your race-day fuel and hydration plan on your long training runs, not for the first time on race day — check the Race Day Checklist below for what's actually on this course.
5.59-Mile Nutrition & Fueling Plan
A normal diet is fine. There is no need to carb-load for a race of this length.
Eat a carbohydrate-focused breakfast two to three hours before the start, and stick to something you've already tested in training rather than trying anything new.
No on-course fuel is needed at this distance for most runners — water stations are the usual provision.
A mix of carbohydrate and protein in the hour or so after finishing supports recovery.
Townsville Fat Dogz Hotfoot 9km Charity Places 2026
No formal charity-place scheme published — runners commonly fundraise for a charity of their own choosing.
Lead with your personal story — explain why the charity matters to you. Personal connection generates 3x more support than a generic link broadcast.
Share key training milestones on Instagram (first 10-miler, peak week, race week) with your fundraising link in bio. Publicly thanking donors prompts secondary gifts!
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Link your JustGiving page to Verus and show up right here alongside other Townsville Fat Dogz Hotfoot 9km fundraisers — goal, progress and story, all in one place.
Add Your Fundraiser to VerusTownsville Fat Dogz Hotfoot 9km Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know for race weekend.
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Race details independently compiled and fact-checked by Tommo against the official Townsville Fat Dogz Hotfoot 9km site , last verified August 2026. Always confirm official timings and policies directly prior to race day.