2025 Wrap-Up

POOLWERX MOGGILL MARATHON - FUNDS RAISED 2025

On behalf of the Lions Club of Brisbane West, we are delighted to share the funds raised from the Poolwerx Moggill Marathon 2025 and celebrate the incredible success of this year’s event.

Sunday 18 May marked our biggest and most successful event to date, with 1,250 participants joining us from across Brisbane, around Australia and overseas. The positive energy, community spirit and incredible effort from all involved created a truly memorable day for everyone.

More than half of our runners and walkers came from Brisbane’s western suburbs, while others travelled from across New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia, the Northern Territory and the Australian Capital Territory. Internationally, participants joined us from Germany, Ireland, the United Kingdom and Spain. Our furthest Australian traveller came from the Uluru region, while our furthest international participant made the journey from La Vall D’en Bas, Spain, highlighting the growing reputation of the Poolwerx Moggill Marathon as a truly global community event.

More than 100 volunteers generously donated their time to help deliver the event, from serving water, marshalling runners and assisting with registrations, to keeping event operations running smoothly. Our 21 sponsors underpinned the event with their support and engagement throughout the lead-up and on event day, delivering excellent activations, interaction and giveaways. We especially thank our major sponsors, Poolwerx, Heritage Bank Community Branch Karalee, Moggill Discount Drug Store and The Local Bulletin, whose contribution and ongoing commitment help make this event possible. We also couldn’t have done it without our delivery partners including QPS, QAS, BCC, the Pullenvale Ward Office, TMR, Moggill Electorate Office, Sports Event Services and Altus Traffic Management. Their expertise and improvements each year continue to enhance the event.

The Poolwerx Moggill Marathon is a community-driven, not-for-profit event. Thanks to the efforts of this incredible team, the event generated an outstanding $48,531, which will be donated to Bravery Box, local schools, community groups and subsequent community initiatives.

Allocation of funds and beneficiaries

Bravery Box – $26,000

We were proud to support Bravery Box as our main beneficiary, providing vital support to children, teens and families facing cancer. A huge thank you to our runners and walkers, whose donations totalled $2,913. The Poolwerx Moggill Marathon contributed an additional $23,087, bringing the total donation to Bravery Box to $26,000.

Local Schools and Community Groups – $22,531

The Poolwerx Moggill Marathon is only possible thanks to the time, energy and dedication of our incredible volunteers, schools, community groups and support teams. In recognition of their involvement, support and contribution to this year’s event, funds were distributed to the following groups:

• Brisbane West Uniting Church

• Moggill SES Group

• Moggill State School

• Pullenvale State School

• Mount Crosby State School

• Kenmore South State School

• Moggill Historical Society

• Moggill Girl Guides

• Moggill Scout Group

• Pullen Pullen Catchments Group

• Indooroopilly Rover Scout Unit

• Lions Club of Brisbane West

The funds raised by the Poolwerx Moggill Marathon will make a huge difference, supporting families of children undergoing cancer treatment through our donation to Bravery Box. These funds will also assist local schools and community groups to continue their vital work in the areas of education, youth development, inclusion and environmental care, helping to make our community stronger and more connected.

The 2025 Poolwerx Moggill Marathon wasn’t just about running. It was about community, inspiration and those moments that stay with you. One participant summed it up perfectly, describing the incredible feeling of finally crossing the finish line after years of dreaming about it, the support and kindness from volunteers along the course, and the camaraderie between runners of all abilities. As she simply put it: “It was an epic event I’ll never forget.”

The Lions Club of Brisbane West would like to thank all involved — runners, walkers, sponsors, volunteers, support teams, residents, local businesses and organisations who contributed and supported this incredible event. Together, you made a positive difference in our community and had a load of fun along the way.

We’re already looking ahead to next year. The 5-year anniversary of the Poolwerx Moggill Marathon will be held on Sunday 17 May 2026. Let’s keep improving, getting active and giving back as a team.

Lock it in, and we’ll see you again next year!

For more information, please contact:

David Ember

Event Chairperson

0448 079 979 

hello@moggillmarathon.com.au

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