Rules and Regulations

The SMC Road Race Series event are road runs in an industrial area of western Sydney.
The roads that we run on are open to and used by the public.
Generally these roads are quiet on a Sunday morning but all runners must be aware that they do not have right of way; the traffic does.
The roads are not closed for these events.
The SMC is grateful for the ongoing assistance of the State Emergency Service (SES) with traffic control.
To ensure runner safety and future of the SMC a small number of rules and regulations are strictly enforced and we request all runners be familiar with these rules.

We operate in rail, hail or shine: No rollerblades, skateboards or dogs allowed

• All instructions given to runners by any officials including SMC officials, SES, police etc must be followed. Failure to do so will result in disqualification from the race and if severe enough there may be a ban for the rest of the series. We have the officials in position for the safety of runners who compete in our series. Do not jeopardise the race series by putting yourself and others in danger.

• The traffic has right of way on the streets. We do not have the authority to stop or divert traffic in any way. This includes buses on the T-Way.

• Runners must stay to the side of the road. Do not run in the middle of the road. You may be disqualified for continuous discretions.

• You must only cross the road at designated points. These points are clearly marked with an official sign and/or flag or with an official. Crossing at unofficial points puts yourself in danger and the series in danger. Failure to cross at official crossing points may lead to disqualification.

• Abuse of officials, in particular SES volunteers, will not be tolerated and will be dealt with appropriately.

• Runners who deviate from the rules above or from the official course may find themselves NOT covered by insurance in the event of an accident or other injury.

• Official race bibs must be worn on the front of the shirt at all times whilst out on the course
• Timing chips must be worn on the shoe (not around the ankle) to ensure that official times are recorded
• You must retain your race bib and timing chip for the entire series.
• SMC has an official timer. Only the time of the official timer will be recorded. No argument will be entered into. Your own watch is a guide to you only.
• If you fail to complete a race, please notify the officials at the finish line. Our officials stay at the finish line until all runners are accounted for. We do not want to be left waiting for runners who never come!
• Entry fees must be paid prior to running. Bib numbers will not be issued without payment. No credit given.
• If you have paid for a 5 or 10km run and enter the long run, you must ensure you pay the upgrade cost at the canteen.
• Anyone caught cheating will automatically be disqualified.
• Any runner under 18 must have signed parental or guardian permission to enter the race.
• Runners under 16 are not permitted to enter the long runs.

• An SMC member shall only be eligible for club awards by volunteering at a minimum of two events (pre, during or post race) and wear the SMC singlet at SMC races and designated outside races least once before, during or after an event in the current series.
• Members are entitled to discounts at Cities Marathon, receive a subscription to R4YL magazine, discount SMC singlet and are eligible for ‘club’ awards and receive a free dinner at the annual presentation night (subject to completing 6 races).
• Family membership is available to 4 members of family residing at same address with minimum 2 under 16 and maximum two adults.
• Any members who compete in all 9 runs in the long series will receive a commemorative “I did the flaming lot” t-shirt
• Any members who compete in all 9 runs in the shorter distances (either 9x5km or 9x10km) will receive a special trophy. You cannot mix and match distances.
• Valuable loyalty prizes will be raffled at the end of the series. To qualify, you will get a free ticket after competing in 6 races. You will receive a bonus ticket for competing each run after 6 races, maximum four tickets issued.
• The following categories and age groups apply for each race and prizes are issued accordingly at the end of the series. There are male and female winners of each category and age group prize.

Long Run – Outright 1st, 2nd and 3rd. Age groups: U16, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89

10km – Outright 1st, 2nd and 3rd. Age groups: U16, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89

5km – Outright 1st, 2nd and 3rd. Age groups: U16, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89

The following terms and conditions must be agreed to before competing in the SMC Road Race Series. The information is also printed on the membership form both the printed version and online:

I understand that participating in the Sydney Marathon Clinic A.A.C. Inc. Road Race Series (the event) is potentially hazardous, and that I should not enter and participate unless I am medically able and properly trained. In consideration of the acceptance of this entry, I assume full and complete responsibility for any injury or accident which may occur, during the event, or while I am on the precincts of the event. I also am aware of and assume all risks associated with participating in the event, including but not limited to falls, contact with other participants, effect of weather, traffic, and conditions of the road. I, for myself and my heirs and executors, hereby waive, release and forever discharge the event organizers, sponsors, promoters, and each of their agents, representatives, successors and assigns, and all other persons associated with the event, for all my liabilities, claims, actions, or damages that I may have against them arising out of or in any way connected with my attendance at and participation in the event. I also agree to follow and obey all instructions and directions given by officials, marshals, members of the police, emergency and council staff. I understand that this waiver includes any claims, whether caused by negligence, the action or inaction of any of the above parties, or otherwise. I hereby grant full permission to any and all of the above parties to use any photographs, videotapes, motion pictures, website images, recordings or any other record of the event. I understand that I must be 16 years or older to participate in the long run.

For safety reasons runners are not permitted to wear MP3 players during any of the SMC Road Race Series events. There is a ‘minding bin’ at the start of the race for any runner who turns up to the start line and is not aware of this ban.
The ongoing support of the SES at the SMC Road Race Series events is dependent upon us enforcing this rule therefore anyone who is found to be racing with an MP3 player will have their results withheld and be disqualified from the event.