FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS When is it? Saturday 18 October 2014, with the race starting at 3pm. The gates to the festival zone will open at 1.30pm. Where is it? Centennial Park, Sydney (The Church Grounds – the corner of Grand and Parkes Drive. Close to the Randwick Gates) How do I get there? You will be sent a map with your runner information pack before the event including all the public transport links. How long is it? It's a 5k course through the beautiful surroundings of Centennial Park How do I sign up? Registering is really easy, visit www.raceforthekids.com.au click sign up and follow the steps. How much does it cost? The registration fee is: • adult – $47 • child (under 16) – $21.50 • infant (4 years and under) – free How long will it take? You can walk, jog or run. Whether you want to finish in a fast time or take a stroll with your friends, it can take anywhere between 15 minutes to over an hour. There is plenty happening at the event site and so there is no rush to complete the course in a specified time. Can we enter as a team? Yes! Entering as a team is an exciting way of taking part, why not get some friendly competition going? When do I get my complimentary t-shirt? Your Karbon technical race t-shirt will be available to you, along with your event day information pack to be picked up from St Leonards or the City before the race, or at the event on Race Day. Can I wear a sponsor’s t-shirt? Yes. You might find that you’ll be able to raise a lot more money if you wear your company's t-shirt or even fancy dress. If it helps to raise more funds, and it’s safe to run in it, then please feel free. Is there other entertainment on the day? Ab-so-lutely! As well as the run itself there will be plenty of other entertainment for the whole family to enjoy – music, arts and crafts, Captain Starlights, children’s entertainers, jumping castles, face painting, fun giveaways, yummy food and a bar (food and drink at own cost). So you can relax by the Duck Pond as the sun sets in beautiful Centennial Park keeping an eye on the kids as they enjoy the entertainment. Do I have to fundraise? We do not set any minimum fundraising targets but we'd love you to fundraise. Your registration fee helps to pay the cost of holding the event, so by fundraising on top you will help Starlight Children’s Foundation brighten the lives of seriously ill children and their families. All of the money raised from this year’s RBC Race for the Kids will go towards helping Starlight make a difference in the lives of seriously ill children and their families through the Starlight Express Rooms and Captain Starlight Programs at Sydney’s two major pediatric hospitals. For more information on Starlight’s programs visit: starlight.org.au How old do you have to be to take part? There's no age limit – everyone's welcome! If you are under the age of 16 then you will need a parent or guardian's consent. It's important to note that children remain the responsibility of the primary carer at all times. Will there be changing facilities? We encourage you to arrive in your running gear as changing facilities will be limited. Will there be refreshments? Refreshments will be available throughout the day in the event site. Can I walk? Of course. This event is for everyone, whether you want to walk, jog. What if I can’t finish the course? It doesn't matter – it's a fun run and the main aim is to have fun and raise as much as you can for The Starlight Children’s Foundation. Do I get a medal or goody bag? As you cross the finish line you'll be given a medal along with a goody bag chock full of surprises. Is there any medical back up? We will have a number of park rangers and medical staff on site. We encourage you to give an emergency contact in the space provided on the back of your runner number. Is the route accessible to wheelchair users? The route takes you through the park, with the course set amongst grass or unsealed pathways. Please be aware that the main event area is on grass. If your question hasn't been answered, please email [email protected]