Follow the spectacular O’Keefe Rail Trail near Heathcote, as it weaves its way through bushland, open fields, farms and past Lake Eppalock.
The O’Keefe Challenge is more than just a race, fun run or bike ride – it celebrates fitness, nature and the community spirit of the Heathcote and Bendigo region, in Central Victoria.
At Dementia Alliance, who are exploring how to improve the design and delivery of innovative dementia care services, with a focus on rural and regional solutions.
The Dementia Alliance believes everyone should have the opportunity to age in place, and hold a firm belief that community is the antidote to institutional care.
Running Events
Come and choose your challenge!
Our signature event: the 42.2km Marathon, presented by Mandalay Resources, a point-to-point Half Marathon, presented by Fosterville Gold Mine, a 10km Fun Run, 5km fun run / walk, a 1km Kids Dash, and a 500 metre junior superhero dash.
Relay Events
Our 42.2km Ekiden Relay
All you need is SIX relay team members, and they share the legs to cover the 42.2km marathon distance.
The Ekiden Relay starts at the same time and the follows the 42.2km Marathon course, which begins and finishes in Heathcote.
It’s perfect for community groups, sporting clubs, work mates or friends.
The 21.1km Mini-Eki Relay starts at the same time and the follows the Half Marathon course, which begins in Knowsley and finishes in Heathcote.
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