Press Release - Gold Coast Airport Marathon - 3/18/19

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

           Australia Fair to advance Gold Coast Marathon volunteers

The Gold Coast Marathon has today announced Australia Fair as the naming 
rights' sponsor of the event's volunteer program with a three-year 
agreement.

Events Management Queensland CEO Cameron Hart said the partnership with the 
iconic Southport shopping centre is a boon for the event which is as 
well-known for its smiling, friendly volunteers as it is for its fast, flat 
course.

"The support of Australia Fair will provide a significant boost to the 
all-important volunteer program which is crucial to the successful running 
of this event," Mr Hart said.

"Participants often credit our volunteers with contributing to their 
enjoyment of the Gold Coast Marathon, so it's appropriate that they are 
supported by a shopping centre which also generates much pleasure to both 
locals and visitors to the region."

Australia Fair General Manager Ramon Otten said the partnership is an 
exciting opportunity to showcase the many features of the landmark shopping 
centre that, like the marathon, is a Gold Coast institution.

"The partnership with the Gold Coast Marathon is not only a chance for us 
to be involved in a major Australian sporting event but also to assist the 
1,000 volunteers in continuing their great work in the community," Mr Otten 
said.

"Given the centre's proximity to the race precinct at Broadwater Parklands, 
volunteers, participants and supporters alike can explore over 200 stores 
on their way to and from the start and finish lines."

The Gold Coast Marathon is a major highlight on the Queensland event 
calendar and is set to attract 28,000 runners from more than 50 countries.

Over 1,000 volunteers will be recruited for the successful running of the 
event, with volunteer applications opening today at 
goldcoastmarathon.com.au/community/volunteering

The two-day program of the 41st annual event will be held on the weekend of 
6 - 7 July 2019 and entries are open at goldcoastmarathon.com.au

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