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The Australian Cross Country Championships are proudly supported by the Victorian Government and City of Ballarat. With race opportunities from ages Under 11 - 70+, there's an opportunity for everyone to compete at this weekend festival of running. This event will also include the Oceania Championships and UniSport Australia Championships.
DO MORE - Are you a mum, dad, friend or supporter of an athlete? There's an opportunity for you too! Race the course of the National Championships at the Golden 5k on Saturday, or put a team together for our Mixed Relays on Sunday. Click below for more info:
Livestream
Available via the Australian Athletics YouTube channel. Anyone who purchased access to the livestream will be refunded within 5-7 business days, no action is required.
COURSE MAP
ELEVATION PROFILE
Who will strike gold this August as the Chemist Warehouse Winter Series heads to Ballarat for the 2025 Australian Cross Country Championships.
Merchandise
Gear up in style with official 2025 Australian Cross Country Championships merchandise, available at the event in Ballarat.
Official EVENT Photography
Australian Athletics is proud to partner with SportsPix as the official event photographers for the 2025 Australian Athletics Cross Country Championships in Ballarat.
Click the button below for more information and to register to access your race images as soon as they become available.
Athlete Information
Close of Entries: Entries close for all athletes on 5 August 2025.
Age Groups: U11, U12, U13, U14, U15, U16, U17, U18, U20, Open (incl. U23) - Men and Women, Masters Men and Women.
Technical Information & Rules: Athletes should be familiar with the information below:
State Selection Criteria
Please refer to the below selection policies from your Member Association. Please refer directly to your Member Association for any selection policy questions.
This is not a ticketed event. More information coming soon.
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