The Byron Bay Triathlon on Sunday, 26 April saw plenty of people coming out to participate and watch as the race kicked off at 7.40am.
750 people were registered for the race, and while some pulled out due to the weather, most went ahead to enjoy the event.
‘Behind the scenes, our dedicated club volunteers and many local community groups began their day early, before the nearly 800 competitors arrived later to kick off the race,’ said Byron Triathalon spokesperson, Deborah Fuller.
‘A standout feature for many participants was the new run course through the wetlands, which introduced a refreshing and picturesque element to the race. It was also a joy to watch the 63 kids take part in their own category of triathlon. Their energy and smiles were the highlight of the event.’
Funding is provided to local organisations that assist in running the event. This year, funding will be delivered to the following groups: BBSLSC, Byron Tri Club, Pickleball , Croquet Club, NSW Scouts, Together She Thrives, and local residents who volunteered.
Results
This was the last race for the 2025/26 North Coast Interclub Series with the Byron Triathalon club results below:
Sprint Distance 750m/20km/5km: 1st 55-59m 1:16:20 Scott Sewell, 1st 40-44m 1:17:23 John Rueth, 6th 40-44m 1:21:50 Will Glasson, 2nd 60-64m 1:23:04 Huw Jones, 4th 30-34f 1:27:35 Boglarka Varga, 2nd 60-64f 1:28:40 Deb Fuller, 4th 60-64m 1:30:17 Mick Donnelly, 1st 65-69f 1:34:10 Sandra Killen, 3rd 60-64f 1:34:16 Robyn Darke, 4th 40-44f 1:36:24 Christie Horsley (with a puncture), 4th 60-64f 1:39:58 Claire O’Meara, 16th 40-44m 1:42:17 Dane Renshaw, 2nd 70-74f 2:00:26 Nerida Clarke.
Olympic Distance 1.5km/40km/10km: 12th 40-44m 2:28:59 Adam Wicks, 8th 35-39m 2:31:00 Eric Blyth-Elvin, 9th 45-49m 2:53:39 Tristan Freedman, DNF 45-49m Declan Sherman (with a flat tyre).
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