The Marathon Project

Indigenous women shine in Canberra

13th May 2013

The six female members of the 2013 Indigenous Marathon Project squad have returned home after a successful first camp at the Australian Institute of Sport in Canberra. Lisa Bloxsome from Nowra, Evelyna Dhamarrandji from Elcho Island, Georgia Gleeson from Queanbeyan, …

Ready, Set, Go at Amoonguna

6th May 2013

Last Wednesday saw the much anticipated opening of Rob de Castella’s SmartStart for Kids Amoonguna Fitness Trail. The 460 metre track built around the school in the small Indigenous community of Amoonguna, just outside Alice Springs, contains a number of …

Indigenous Marathon Project athlete safe in Boston

16th April 2013

Indigenous Marathon Project athlete Emma Cameron has been reunited with IMP staff members following a series of bomb blasts at the finish line of today’s Boston Marathon. The Darwin based athlete was roughly one mile from the site of the …

Indigenous athlete to realise marathon dreams in Boston

10th April 2013

After 12 months of gruelling training, Darwin athlete Emma Cameron will finally realise her marathon dreams when she lines up at the start of the Boston Marathon on Monday morning. Cameron, who was selected as part of the 2012 Indigenous …

Indigenous runners selected to inspire in New York Marathon

9th April 2013

Indigenous runners selected to inspire in New York Marathon Tuesday 9th April, 2013 A squad of 12 inspirational athletes has been selected to tackle the 2013 New York Marathon as part of the Indigenous Marathon Project. The team is: Men …

IMP finds raw talent right across the country

27th March 2013

From Sydney to Karratha, Adelaide to Tiwi Islands, and Melbourne to Darwin the Indigenous Marathon Project has wrapped up another successful national try out tour. Visiting 14 different locations over the 12 day tour, IMP staff met close to 100 …

IMP coming to a town near you – still time to apply!

6th March 2013

The Indigenous Marathon Project (IMP) national tryout tour is coming to a city or town near you this March! Come along and meet the IMP team and give yourself a chance of being part of something great – the 2013 …

Run for IMP at the world’s biggest fun run

6th March 2013

Do you want to run this year’s Sydney City2urf like royalty, all while raising much-needed funds for the Indigenous Marathon Project? Well here is your chance! This year, IMP is giving 20 lucky supporters the chance of a lifetime to …

Tokyo triumph for IMP runners

25th February 2013

Three Indigenous Marathon Project athletes have run the race of their lives to do their families, friends, communities and most of all, themselves proud, crossing the finish line of the world-famous Tokyo Marathon. Korey Summers from Alice Springs, Nat Heat …

Emma faces next challenge on the long road to Boston

14th February 2013

Darwin athlete Emma Cameron will face the biggest challenge of her running life on Sunday when she lines up at the start of the gruelling 30km event at the Stromlo Running Festival in Canberra. The 30 year old athlete was …

Tiwi Islands kick-off Deadly Fun Run Series

11th February 2013

The Tiwi Island community of Milikapiti kicked-off their 2013 Deadly Fun Run campaign on Friday, with 32 of the Island’s children taking part in the 3km and 5km events. Community members, who were responsible for creating the Tiwi Road Runners …

Want to run for IMP in 2013?

7th December 2012

It’s that time again already. We’re on the lookout for our next crop of runner to join our IMP team for 2013! Are you, or do you know, and outstanding young Indigenous man or women aged between 18 and 30 …

Donors rally to send IMP runners to Tokyo

4th December 2012

After a month of uncertainty following the dramatic last-minute cancellation of the New York Marathon, the 2012 Indigenous Marathon Project (IMP) squad’s marathon dreams are still well and truly alive, with their sights now firmly set on running the world …

IMP athletes arrive back on Australian soil

8th November 2012

A tired but enthusiastic Indigenous Marathon Project team have arrived back in Australia after a tumultuous week in New York. While the team didn’t board the plane in New York as marathon runners like they had hoped, following the cancellation …

IMP athletes to help New York recover

2nd November 2012

While Indigenous Marathon athletes preparing for the New York Marathon are understandably devastated with the news that the marathon has been cancelled, they will remain in New York to help the city get back on its feet. The eight members …

IMP athletes set to shine on the world’s biggest stage

18th October 2012

In less than a week, the 2012 New York Marathon team will arrive in the world’s biggest city to run the world’s biggest marathon – the New York Marathon! On Sunday 4th November, eight inspirational Indigenous Marathon Project athletes will …

Justin’s on the way to New York!

10th October 2012

A big congratulations to 2012 IMP squad member Justin Gaykamangu, who over the weekend ran a great race to finish in second place in the Gove Runners North half-marathon. Although Justin won the under-39 male category in a quick time …

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From remote Australia to the bright lights of New York

24th September 2012

Monday 24th September, 2012 As the sun rose over Alice Springs in the early hours of Saturday morning, nine Indigenous athletes from across the country conquered the biggest challenge of their short running careers. Korey Summers, Nat Heath, Jurgean Tabuai, …

Personal best times all round at the Blackmores Sydney Running Festival

17th September 2012

Sunday saw IMP athletes past and present tackle the annual Blackmores Sydney Running Festival, with 2012 New York Marathon finisher Charlie Maher, and 2012 squad member Korey Summers take on the half marathon, and 2011 New York Marathon finisher Nadine …

Shoe drive to help spread the love of running

10th September 2012

Do you, like many Australians, have dozens of used an unwanted running shoes lying around at home that you have no idea what to with? If so, IMP has solved the problem for you! As part of our goal to …

Korey Summers to represent Northern Territory in half-marathon champs

4th September 2012

In another first for the Indigenous Marathon Project, 2012 squad member Korey Summers has been selected to represent the Northern Territory in the Australian half-marathon championships at the Blackmore’s Sydney Running Festival next weekend. The 22 year old Alice Springs …

IMP athletes shine on a national stage

27th August 2012

Indigenous Marathon Project athletes past and present were recognised on a national stage over the weekend, with some more outstanding results recorded right across the country. In Alice Springs, 2012 New York Marathon squad member Korey Summers took to the …

City2Surf done, as runners prepare for Alice Springs

22nd August 2012

Congratulations to 2012 IMP squad member Nat Heath, who braved tough conditions to run his first Sydney City2Surf race earlier this month, finishing in a quick time of 57 minutes. Nat said he was pleased to get the tough, hilly …

IMP athletes step up for City2Surf

8th August 2012

Wednesday 8th August, 2012 Indigenous Marathon Project athletes Nat Heath and Amber Parker, both from NSW, will step up this weekend and take on the annual Sydney City2Surf – the world’s largest fun run. The pair is part of the …

Do you have what it takes to join our team?

1st August 2012

If so, you might be just the person that we are looking for. Rob de Castella’s SmartStart is seeking an Accounting and Administration Officer to join our small and terrific team of dynamic, talented, committed, fit and fun loving individuals. …

IMP and Maddocks join to tackle Indigenous health

23rd July 2012

The Indigenous Marathon Project, together with Maddocks, have formally signed a two year alliance, with the firm to provide pro-bono legal, marketing and library services to IMP, following the rapid expansion of the Project over the past 12 months. The …

Indigenous runners half way to New York

2nd July 2012

Indigenous Marathon Project athletes have shown that they are well and truly on the road to New York after achieving some outstanding results at the Gold Coast Airport Running Festival, running alongside nearly 30,000 other runners. With four athletes taking …

IMP runners rise to the challenge and tackle Gold Coast

25th June 2012

Eleven Indigenous runners will this week descend on the Gold Coast, ready to tackle the prestigious Gold Coast Airport half marathon and 10km events. The athletes, many from tiny Indigenous communities scattered across the country, are three months into their …

Yirrkala named inaugural Deadly Fun Run champion community

12th June 2012

The small community of Yirrkala in Arnhem Land, has been named the 2012 Deadly Fun Run Champion community, following the inaugural Deadly Fun Run Championships, held in Uluru over the weekend. Runners from five Indigenous communities crossed the finish line …

IMP Deadly Fun Run Championships take over Uluru

31st May 2012

The countdown is on for the inaugural Indigenous Marathon Project Deadly Fun Run Championships! In just over a week, 26 athletes ranging from ages seven to 56, and representing six Indigenous communities from across the country, will descend on Uluru …

Indigenous men put to the test in Canberra

28th May 2012

Six Indigenous men, some from the most remote communities in Australia, have survived their first training camp as members of the 2012 IMP New York Marathon squad. The five day camp held at the AIS saw the men thrown out …

Indigenous men touch down in Canberra

21st May 2012

A squad of six Indigenous men will today arrive in Canberra for their first training camp as part of the 2012 Indigenous Marathon Project New York Marathon squad. Following the success of the women’s camp last week, Korey Summer from …

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Indigenous Women Conquer AIS Camp

15th May 2012

Five Indigenous women have braved the cold Canberra winter and made it through their first training camp as part of the 2012 IMP New York Marathon squad. The girls achieved some amazing milestones during their five days in Canberra including …

Indigenous women put to the test at AIS

9th May 2012

Six young Indigenous women will today descend on Canberra for their first training camp as part of the 2012 Indigenous Marathon Project New York Marathon squad. Leaving behind the comforts of home, the six women will be faced with a …

Remote Australia represented as 2012 IMP New York Marathon Squad Announced

26th April 2012

After a nation-wide search, more than 130 applications and an exhaustive screening process, Rob de Castella and his Indigenous Marathon Project team have selected 12 Indigenous runners to be part of the IMP 2012 New York City Marathon squad. The …

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IMP Conquers Boston

17th April 2012

Two Indigenous Australians have risen to the occasion and conquered the 2012 Boston Marathon. Tegan Pigram from Derby WA and Jamie Wunungmurra from Yirrkala NT overcame many hurdles to make their way through the tough 42.195 km course. Despite testing …

The long road to Boston

11th April 2012

In less than a week, three Indigenous runners from some of the country’s most remote communities will exchange the vast Australia landscape for the streets of Boston as they tackle the 2012 Boston Marathon. Kelsey Youngblutt from Palm Island (QLD), …

2012 Try Outs CONFIRMED

9th March 2012

The National Try Outs Tour is coming to a town near you. Come meet the team and give yourself a go to be a part of something great – the 2012 Indigenous Marathon Project Squad. You don’t have to be a …

Mossman Deadly Fun Run

29th February 2012

A Queensland downpour couldn’t dampen the enthusiasm of the Mossman and surrounding community for the first 2012 Deadly Fun Run held over the weekend. Over 40 runners toed the start line, and a dozen walkers not far behind in the …

Boston Beckons

22nd February 2012

Three inspiring young Indigenous runners have climbed over Canberra’s harsh Brindabella Mountains to secure their place in the Boston Marathon. Just 2 months out from the popular event, Palm Island’s Kelsey Youngblutt, Yirrkala’s Jamie Wunungmurra and Derby’s Tegan Pigram have …

Now Recruiting 2012 Runners

17th January 2012

Try Outs Tour Adelaide Saturday 3rd March, 10:00am Murray Bridge High School Oval, Lohmann Street Murray Bridge Melbourne Suday 4th March, 10:00am Royal Botanic Gardens – Meet at the Observatory Cafe Other Locations and Dates to be Confirmed Sydney Alice …

Running to America Success

2nd December 2011

Running to America was seen in thousands of households last night, and has captured the hearts of the nation with the inspiring stories of Juan Darwin, Caleb Hart, Joseph Davies and Charlie Maher. Matt Long and the Goodoil production crew …

Donate

1st December 2011

The Indigenous Marathon Project is a completely not for profit initiative and relies on continued support from individuals and government funding for its operation. There are 2 simple ways to donate to the project: Everyday Hero’s Click Here Every dollar …

Apply for 2012

1st December 2011

Do you know an outstanding young Indigenous man or woman aged between 18 – 30? Do they have a natural running ability coupled with a strong sense of determination to undertake the training required to run a marathon with only …

Volunteer

1st December 2011

We appreciate all offers to assist the project. 2012 will see a new team of runners and as such will require extensive on the ground support from volunteers. Such as: Training partner Communications Liaison Transport / Driver Motivator Assist …

Running to America on the ABC this Thursday

28th November 2011

Thursday 1st Dec, 8:30PM ABC RUNNING TO AMERICA is a story of pure inspiration. Four young Indigenous men from the Australian outback are plucked from obscurity by marathon legend Robert de Castella to run the world’s most famous race, the …

IMp team with Mark Arbib in Central Park near finish line of NYC Marathon

NYC Marathon Results

11th November 2011

The 2011 New York City Marathon saw 47,438 runners take to the streets of New York’s five boroughs in their journey to complete one of man’s toughest challenges. The city put on a show with over 2.5 million spectators cheering …

New York Marathon Conquered

8th November 2011

11 of the IMP team did their families, their communities and most of all themselves proud when they ran and conquered the New York City Marathon today. 7 men and 4 women who were the first Indigenous women’s team to …

New York Countdown

26th October 2011

In only a matter of days 7 young indigenous men and 4 young indigenous women will be off to the Big Apple to run in the world’s most famous foot race – The New York City Marathon. At 09:40 local …

Mossman Deadly Fun Run this Sunday

13th October 2011

Mossman Deadly Fun Run Series launched this weekend, Sunday 16th of October. Nadine Hunt along with IMP staff are excited to bring the Deadly fun run series to Mossman. The event is open to all ages and abilities …

Eddie McGuire Joins the IMP Charge for Boston

12th October 2011

Inspired by Deeks work with the Indigenous Marathon Project (IMP), Eddie McGuire has signed himself up for a challenge of a lifetime – The Boston Marathon. In just six months Eddie, who admits to currently being in the worst shape …

Indigenous runners after 30km test event in Alice Springs

New York Team Announced

5th October 2011

In less than a month’s time 7 Indigenous men and 4 women will head to New York City to participate in the world’s most famous foot race – The New York City Marathon. The team gathered for one last camp …

Next Training Camp: Alice Springs

26th September 2011

27th September – 2nd October Runners are arriving in Alice this week for their final camp and to determine who will be selected for the New York team. Final components of the Certificate III in Community Rec will be delivered …

Sydney City 2 Surf

14th August 2011

The world’s largest fun run and Australia’s most iconic running event, the Sydney City to Surf staged the Indigenous Marathon Project’s third training camp over the weekend. The squad, who are vying for their spot on the team bound for …

Australian Outback Marathon

30th July 2011

From Uluru to New York City, Indigenous runners one step closer to completing the world famous marathon. Five Indigenous Marathon Project runners selected from the squad of 18 had an opportunity to run in the foreground of Australia’s most recognisable …

Gold coast half marathon camp

6th July 2011

June 30th – July 6th 2011 The 19 squad members met on the picturesque Gold Coast for their second camp and demanding half marathon. Based at the Runaway Bay Sports Super Centre the combined men and women’s camp was a …

AIS Mens Camp

12th May 2011

Friday 20th May – Wednesday 25th May 11 young men joined the team in Canberra for their first taste of long distance running based at the AIS. The guys thrived on the running and enjoyed comradery. They all applied themselves …

AIS Womens Camp

9th May 2011

Wednesday 4th May – Monday 9th May The young ladies arrived for their first camp with the Marathon Project and it didn’t take long for giggles and friendships to form. The camp gave the amatuer athletes a great insight into …

CHARLIE TOOK ON THE BOSTON MARATHON AND RAN A PERSONAL BEST!

18th April 2011

Charlie Maher departed for Boston on the 14th of April to run his second marathon. He decided to run the event just two months prior and thought it would be great to run for the local Dialysis unit in Alice …

JOSEPH DAVIES AWARDED WESTERN AUSTRALIAN YOUTH AWARD FOR RECREATE! 2010

2nd March 2011

2010 NEW YORK CITY MARATHON

9th November 2010

November 1st – November 9th 2010 From the Desert to the Big Apple, the dusty Aussie outback to New York’s bustling metropolis.. A thousand contrasts could be written; yet these four young men who arrived in New York enthusiastic and …

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