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The Mareeba & Dimbulah Community Bank Great Wheelbarrow Race

Friday 8th to Sunday 10th May 2026.

Great Wheelbarrow Race Advisory Committee Nomination Form

Mareeba Shire Council is inviting passionate community members with event experience to nominate for the Great Wheelbarrow Race Advisory Committee.

The annual Great Wheelbarrow Race is one of the Shire’s most iconic community events, drawing hundreds of participants each year to race from Mareeba to Chillagoe across three days in May. Since 2007, the race has raised nearly $3 million for charity.

The Advisory Committee plays a vital role in the planning and delivery of the event. From logistics and communication to on-the-ground support during race weekend, committee members work closely with Mareeba Shire Council to ensure the event is successful, safe and community-focused.

If you want to make a difference and contribute to one of the most celebrated events in Far North Queensland, we want to hear from you!

Applications close Sunday, 20 July 2025.

Friday – Mareeba to Dimbulah, with an overnight stay and celebrations in Dimbulah

Saturday – Dimbulah to Almaden with a lunch stop in Petford and overnight stay and celebrations in Almaden

Sunday – Almaden to Chillagoe with race presentations once the final competitor crosses the finish line.

For further information, please contact either:

Committee Chair

Cr Ross Cardillo
Phone: 0417 757 142
Email: RossC@msc.qld.gov.au

Council’s Corporate Communications Officer

Rochelle Harding
Phone: 07 4086 4606
Email: communications@msc.qld.gov.au

The committee is working through the logistics of the event. Competitors are encouraged to follow the event’s Facebook page to keep up-to-date.

Registrations for 2025 are now closed

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Great Wheelbarrow Race 2026

Fundraising Amounts

Year Amount

2007 $13,480

2008 $14,200

2009 $44,398

2010 $87,315

2011 $123,000

2012 $153,000

2013 $461,000

2014 $437,000

2015 $243,300

2016 $200,000

2017 $195,289

2018 $110,000

2019 $140,000

2020 COVID-19

2021 COVID-19

2022 $132,230

2023 $189,389

2024 $93,342

2025 $261,787

Total $2,898,730 which is outstanding for any sporting event.

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