Run for the Firies

Calling all teams!
Will your workplace, running club, sports team, emergency services unit or group of mates take out the 2026 Resilient Services Open Team Champion or Emergency Services Team Champion trophies?
Funds raised help support equipment, training, and vital resources for our local CFA and Ground CFA firefighters.

Gather your crew, lock in your early bird registrations and start training.
https://runforthefiries.com.au

Who is on your team? 👇

By signing up to Run For The Firies, every step supports those who protect our community.
This is a chance to show up for the people who show up for us — in fires, emergencies, and the moments no one else can step into. Funds raised help support equipment, training, and vital resources for our local Research CFA and Kangaroo Ground CFA firefighters.
Early bird registrations open at: https://runforthefiries.com.au
We'd love you to get involved, get moving, and help us make a real difference.

A huge thank you to our sponsors for helping make this event possible:
ELTHAM College
Fire & Wire - Essential Fire Protection Services
Resilient Services
Community Bank Hurstbridge, Diamond Creek, Eltham, Doreen-Mernda & Kinglake SPORTFIRST

Tag the person you'd bring along 👇
















Tag the person you'd bring along 👇

There’s nothing quite like reaching a milestone and ringing the bell — that hit of “I actually did it!"

Imagine - You challenged yourself, showed up, and helped to contribute meaningfully to our local Research CFA and Kangaroo Ground CFA brigades.
Join us on Sunday 25 October for Run for the Firies - if it's the Half Marathon, 10.6km, 4km walk, or virtual — wherever you’re at, there’s a place for you on the day.
And you can still lock in early bird pricing!
https://runforthefiries.com.au
A huge thank you to our sponsors for helping make this event possible:


Tag the person you'd bring along 👇

We'd love you to join us on Sunday 25 October and help support our local Kangaroo Ground CFA and Research CFA brigades through Run for the Firies 2026.
Lock in Early Bird pricing and register now:
https://runforthefiries.com.au
🏃 Community Bank Hurstbridge, Diamond Creek, Eltham, Doreen-Mernda & Kinglake Half Marathon – $65
🏃 Fire & Wire - Essential Fire Protection Services 10.6km – $45
🏃 ELTHAM College 6km – $40
🚶 SPORTFIRST 4km Run/Walk – $30
🌏 Virtual options – $30
We also have two Resilient Services team trophies this year! 🏆🏆 Exciting details to be shared soon!
A huge thank you to our incredible sponsors who help make this event possible ❤️

We’re back up and running! (Literally 😅)
Thanks for your patience while our website was having a little rest.
The good news? Run for the Firies registrations are back online and ready to go!
Whether you’re taking on the Half Marathon, joining the 4km walk, or participating virtually from anywhere — there’s a distance for everyone.
Early Bird registrations are now open (from $30)
Register now: https://runforthefiries.com.au

Every registration makes a difference ❤️🚒
Run for the Firies isn’t just about crossing a finish line — it’s about helping support the volunteers who show up for our community when it matters most.
Funds raised through Run for the Firies help support our local Kangaroo Ground and Research CFA brigades, contributing to the equipment, resources and support that help keep our communities safer.
Early Bird registrations are now open (from $30)
👉 https://runforthefiries.com.au
Whether you choose to run, walk, or participate virtually, every registration helps make an impact.
🏃 Half Marathon | 10.6km | 6km
🚶 4km Run or Walk
🌏 Virtual options available from anywhere

Support local. Move your way. Be part of something that gives back ❤️
Tag someone who’d love to join you 👇

Research CFA
Kangaroo Ground CFA

Run for the Firies has a distance for everyone — whether you’re chasing a challenge or just want to be part of something meaningful ❤️🚒
No matter which you choose, every step helps support our local Kangaroo Ground and Research CFA brigades.

Choose your distance:
🏃‍♀️ Half Marathon
🏃 10.6km
🏃 6km
🚶‍♀️ 4km Run or Walk
🌏 Virtual options available

Registrations are now open 👉 https://runforthefiries.com.au
Tag someone you’d take on this challenge with 👇

Can’t make it on the day? You can still take part and support our local brigades! 🚒🏃‍♀

Run for the Firies isn’t limited to one location — you can join us from anywhere with our virtual options - whether it’s a walk around your neighbourhood, a treadmill session, or a run with friends — you choose how and where you take part in October.

Early bird registrations are now open (from $30)
https://runforthefiries.com.au

It’s the perfect option if you’re short on time, live further away, or just prefer to go at your own pace.

Know someone who’d love this option? Tag them below!

Early Bird Registrations are NOW OPEN for Run for the Firies 2026!

Join us on Sunday 25 October to run, walk or take part virtually in support of our local Kangaroo Ground and Research CFA brigades ❤️🚒

Whether you’re chasing a half marathon or joining the 4km walk, there’s a distance for everyone - Half Marathon | 10.6km | 6km | 4km Run/Walk | Virtual options

Early bird pricing starts from $30
Register now at https://runforthefiries.com.au

Register early, save, and be part of something special.
Tag your running buddy below!