The world-famous Garmin Noosa Triathlon returns this week, with triathletes, their families and supporters from across Australia and around the world descending on the region, with the 2025 event set to be the largest in its history.
The five-day festival of events includes opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to be involved.
The event culminates with the 42nd running of the Noosa Triathlon on Sunday, with thousands to take on the iconic 1.5km swim, 40km ride and 10km run.
Leanna Ali, Regional Director for The IRONMAN Group Oceania, organisers of the Noosa Triathlon, said that excitement was building ahead of this year’s event.
“We’re excited to be welcoming triathletes and their supporters from around the world to Noosa again this week for the 42nd running of the Garmin Noosa Triathlon,” Ali said.
“Over the years the Noosa Triathlon has become a bucket-list event for triathletes from all corners of the world and we can’t wait to welcome a sold-out field to Sunday’s event once again, with the 2025 event set to be the largest ever.
“From its humble beginnings more than 40 years ago to becoming the largest Olympic-distance triathlon in the world the Noosa Triathlon has a special place in Australian sporting history and we look forward to adding another chapter to it this week,” he said.
“With swims, runs, rides, kids’ events and the Special Triathlon there is an event for everybody to be a part of, and we look forward to welcoming those from abroad, and the local community, to the event this year.”
Queensland Minister for Tourism, Andrew Powell, said the Noosa Triathlon is a shining example of how Queensland leads the way in delivering world-class events.
“The Noosa Triathlon is an event that attracts participants to this idyllic part of our state not only from across Australia but also internationally, generating an anticipated $31 million boost for Queensland,” Minister Powell said.
“The five-day festival is expected to attract more than 9,000 visitors to Queensland and garner more than 91,000 visitor nights, benefiting local businesses and tourism operators in the region.
“This long-standing event’s significant contributions to both community and economic objectives are consistent with the ambitions of Destination 2045, our state’s 20-year tourism plan.”
Sharon Raguse, Tourism Noosa CEO, welcomed athletes and their supporters back to the iconic event.
“As the destination partner, we’re proud to once again support Noosa’s most iconic sporting event. The Noosa Triathlon is part of what makes this region so special – bringing together our community, athletes, and visitors to celebrate fitness, fun, and our spectacular natural surroundings.
“From swimming in Laguna Bay, to cycling along the Noosa River and through the hinterland, and running along tropical paths beside our waterways, there’s no better way to experience everything Noosa has to offer. We wish every participant an unforgettable race weekend,” she said.
The Noosa Triathlon kicks off on Wednesday 29 October with the Noosa Run Swim Run, starting and finishing on Main Beach.
Friday will offer up a range of options to be involved in the event, starting with the Tour De Noosa – Garth Prowd Ride, with cyclists taking on a leisurely 28km ride beginning at 6am. Friday morning will also feature the 5km ASICS Noosa Breakfast Fun Run beginning at 7.30am, with the fun run raising funds for the McGrath Foundation. Friday’s activities round out with the 2XU Noosa 1000 Ocean Swim at 4.15pm.
Saturday morning will see the event’s youngest participants take to their start line, with the Noosa Superkidz Triathlon from 7.30am. Following that will be the Tingirana Noosa Special Triathlon which will see participants of all abilities take on a 100m swim, 3km ride and 500m run.
The pace will pick up on Saturday afternoon with the 5km ASICS Noosa Bolt and the Australian Open Criterium taking place.
Sunday will see the 42nd running of the Noosa Triathlon, with thousands of athletes taking on a 1.5km swim, 40km ride and 10km run.
Noosa Triathlon is supported by the Queensland Government, through Tourism and Events Queensland.
For more information on the Noosa Triathlon visit noosatri.com.au/
