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A podcast about life, if your life is all about parkrun.

401 episoder

#Sports #Fun #Parkrun #Tourism #Australia #Running #Fitness #Society #Travel #Parkrun Adventurers #Adventure #Health and Well-Being

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Episode 433 - Ready, Set, Streak... 1:29:58

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In a busy week, Toc & Mel try get their heads around parkrun launch policy as the marathon factor comes to Sydney. Our roving reporters have been busy as Alison checks in at Halswell Quarry, Dave has a visitor at Averley and Ali bring the news from Wimpole parkrun. Dazza flies in, then stops to count the numbers, Reginald goes O/S and six countries have launches. It’s a marathon episode.…

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Episode 432 - Amazing Grace 1:18:45

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Join Simon and Sarah for lots of positive parkrun news. There’s discussions about Singapore’s events, brutal punishment, and Simon even accepts a challenge! There are roving reports by Yvette at Central Burnaby, Callum at Coronation Park and Tracey at Workman’s Beach parkrun. There are launches, new club members and let’s not forget, Streaky September is just around the corner!…

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Episode 431 - Start Spreading the News 1:22:09

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Cooo-eee Adventurers! Roles were reversed this week with TOC heading west to the South and Mel in the West and then staying west. The office is looking cleaner, the Big Apple is ripe for the picking but a cancellation closer to home brings discussion. There are roving reports from Downsview in Canada, Billericay in the UK plus a magical report and celebration from Trentham Gardens. Reginald champions Ireland and with that, the office door is locked up as the Victorians head North.…

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Episode 430 - Cleaner Wanted! 1:22:54

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Office standards are questionable as Mel & TOC return to their comfy chairs. But, what isn’t messy is the enjoyment Mel had at Belair National Park parkrun recently, and TOC’s tourism antics over the last month. We’ve got you covered with news from Te Awa in NZ, Central Lakes in Kingsland and Burnage parkrun in the UK. Plus, Reginald brings us lots of country info from the USA. Now all that is required is a new Cleaner ……

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Episode 429 - It's Question Time 1:03:01

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After quite a few weeks, Simon shares his parkrun morning mishap while Sarah recaps her recent holiday. We have roving reports from Lyndell on Hamilton Island, Johan at Windhoek and Callum at Dolgellau parkrun. There was a swather of launches, a world record and travel trips discussed. Was that a new segment? Yes, that’s right. Tune in to hear what it’s all about.…

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Episode 428 - Evolution 1:23:54

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This weeks episode is full of celebrations, milestones, speedsters and that’s just the intro! We have news from the Tame Volunteer, Sarah drops into Palmeston and Ruth Perkins Boogie-woogies over at Malmö Ribersborg parkrun. You’re going to want to listen in to this one!

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Episode 427 - Onions Have Layers 1:14:54

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Toc is in the swivel chair this week, after setting a new record at Panboola Wetlands parkrun. Mel stayed local with all the layers at Toolern Creek. We bring you lots of news from The Netherlands Special Day and the NT, which includes roving reports from Katherine Hot Springs, Gungahlin and Burrum Heads Beach parkruns. There’s lots more – but you’ll just have to listen to find out.…

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Episode 426 - Lost Property 51:48

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In this episode we discover what Mel lost at Reynella East parkrun and hear Simons reflections on Hidden Vale. There’s Ascension Day chatter and a report from Puolarmaari in Finland. Plus lots of mail in the inbox.

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Episode 425 - Tracky Dacky Doo Dah Day 1:17:53

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Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah, Zip-A-Dee-Day, My oh My it’s Tracky Dacky Day! But you won’t know what on earth we mean until you listen. What you will also discover is Mel and Toc excited about new Merch, a swather (yes that old chestnut) of overseas launches, inspirational emoji interpretation and the conversion rate of the British pound. Plus, lucky listeners will get to hear all about Leeton Sport and Recreation Precinct, Hidden Vale and East Otago High School parkruns.…

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Episode 424 - Reaching a Rec-Ord 55:14

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Sarah and Simon team up for another week to bring you the latest in the parkrun world. There are roving reports from Lyndell at Highfields, Ruth at Pont y Bala and Heather from Taree parkrun. There’s mention of a rodeo, lots of launches, endemic species and let’s not forget a tongue twister or few.

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Episode 423 - The Hope Song 50:00

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With FOMO from last week, Simon joins Mel on Level Two with a View. Mel celebrates at Peppertree while Simon revisits Fodder Forest parkrun. We have roving reports from Lyme Park and Potternewton parkruns’ in the Uk for two special 250 celebrations. Meanwhile Reginald has their Eurovision pants on.

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Episode 422 - Potato, Potarto 1:12:25

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Special guest host Danny Norman from With Me Now pod joins Mel this week on Level Two with a View. Danny adventured to Stuntney Estate parkrun while Mel revisited Berwick Springs. Across the ditch Alison was joining the nuptials at Hagley, while Reginald has begun a new ‘round the world’ trip. Join us for loads of laughs, and marvel at our efforts in pronunciation. We did our best and our best is good enough.…

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Episode 421 - There's No Place Like Home 1:18:41

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Toc and Mel have returned from New Zealand to enjoy running back on home soil. But not before they caught up again at Pyramid Hill Golf Trail parkrun. Amongst the news from around the globe were roving reports from Calum at Market Bosworth Country, Ingrid at Australian Standing Stones and PK pops in from Port Broughton parkrun. And that’s not the half of it!…

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Episode 420 - No Indeed. Indeed, No 42:40

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Simon and Sarah are both back with a belly full of Easter eggs. They discuss the many records broken this week across Australia and Budgie makes an appearance back down under. There are roving reports from Warrandyte River Reserve and Shrewsbury parkrun. Let’s not forget, a snippet from the founder of this event that brings us together each week.…

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Episode 419 - palm 25 59:08

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Mel & Toc took the show on the road to Queenstown in New Zealand for the 8th palm, and the first outside Australia. We spoke to our two international attendees - Johan Duvenhage from Sud Afrique and Ali Sheppard from the UK. Lyndell and Tracey ran the quizz, and we enjoyed our usual Q & A with the live audience ... some of which you will get to hear.…

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Episode 418 - Yeah Nah 1:15:17

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In our last episode before palm25 we hear from Toc about his new event at Eildon Pondage while Mel was adventuring on the road to Drage Reserve. Mel got ranty about stuff. Invy is the new Voldemort. And we have roving reports from Surat Memorial Park and Letsatsi Lodge. Plus all the usuals as we bid farewell to updates on Birtinya Island.…

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Episode 417 - Baby Brain is Real 40:07

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Sarah is back in the comfy chair, talking with Simon about the last seven weeks, cyclones and a few records. We have a roving report from Penrith parkrun (not the one in Western Sydney). There were two exciting launches, with at least one going straight to the top of the bucket list. Tune in to see which two unlikely Adventurers also cross paths.…

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Episode 416 - Falicitating Fun 1:02:45

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Mel and Toc are here to mention Ingrid – over and over. And we falicitate all the reports on French omissions, CEO disappearances and cyclone impacts. Cryptic? That’s the point! Plus we have roving reports from Toowoomba, University of WA and du Bois de Boulogne, Paris. Listen in.

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Episode 415 - Pow Wow to PALM 1:05:06

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Guess who’s back on Quandamooka country? It’s Simon! And he’s joining Mel to steer the ship and track the plane. Speaking of planes, Budgie hit his mark at Black Rocks parkrun and has another mission plus Alison investigates South End Reserve in NZ. That’ll do for another week.

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Episode 414 - Wombling Free 1:12:50

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Toc returns to the host chair to an inbox overflowing. Mel loves the emails that mention her Magpies and discussions continue about Number Checkers. We hear from Calum at Holyrood, PK joins from the new Drage Reserve and Lyndell the Legendary celebrates at Golden Beach parkrun. Did you Tu-Tu up last week? Dazzas was full of colour, just the way we like it!…

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Episode 413 - Transport & Tryouts 56:51

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This week Mel has a familiar yet new voice on the pod. You'll need to be patient to see who's who, so listen up now. We talk about juniors, transport, and Valentine's Day adventures - and we want to hear your transport trips next week.

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Episode 412 - Another One Bites the Dust 1:19:59

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All the fun was on the Bellarine this week with Mel partying at Portarlington, and TOC travelling down via Emerald Lake parkrun. Coincidentally, we have a roving report from Emerald Lake as well as one from St. Albans in the UK and Neckarufer in Germany. Plus - all the usual banter. There’s even an announcement at the end. The clue is in the title. I’m not saying it’s a good clue……

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Episode 411 - GPS fails 59:01

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We found him!! No, not Simon – although he’s here with Mel this week after gatecrashing Sirromet’s party. Fresh from a Vergara visit, Mel has challenges on the brain trying to keep Reginald engaged, so he doesn’t run away like the previous unpaid staff. The roving reporters are busy, reporting in from Gordon Carmichael Reserve, Beeeevahhh (Belvoir) Castle and Tamborine Mountain. Oh yeah … and we found Budgie.…

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Episode 410 - Aussie Aussie Aussie 1:21:48

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We’re feeling patriotic this week! Mel revisits Sale parkrun and TOC adventures north to grab a new event at Huskisson. We have NZ stats, Royal news from the UK, plus roving reports from Beverley Westwood, Hanmer Forest and Birtinya Island parkruns. Reginald is feeling passionate, Charles emails with a Tassie update and the launches roll in. Oi Oi Oi!…

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Episode 409 - Give us a hug 51:20

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Simon’s back from leave to join Mel on Level Two. While he recaps his holiday break, the roving reporters join in from Ashburton Domain, North Harbour and Queens Domain parkruns. Plus, there was a swather of launches across the world. Listen in and remember to look out for the listener challenge.

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Episode 408 - Back to the Office 1:08:28

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It’s a new year of podding and we are out of the gates with Melissa & TOC, catching up on their Christmas & New Year parkrun holidays. Our roving reporters have been busy too! This week we feature Ali Sheppard from Hellbrunn and Bushy parkruns, as well as Lyndell the Legendary at Gainsborough Greens.…

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Episode 407 - Highlights and Hopes 1:03:33

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It’s our Christmas edition and Mel is joined by Simon, Toc & Sarah to recap their highlights and achievements from 2024, and look forward to what may come in the new year. Crack a bon bon, put your party hat on and enjoy our festive banter as we wrap up another year of the parkrun adventurers.

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Episode 406 - White-marks the spot 1:02:52

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A surprise co host pops in to talk about the weekend away for Whitemark Wharf parkrun. Simon goes to another Birthday celebration, at Minnippi parkrun. Budgie's plans are changed. Two parkrunners break Australian records in longer events. There's a new first, with ANZ Pioneer achieved. Roving reports from Callum at Wendover Woods, Lyndell at Underwood Park and Em from Whitemark Wharf. Reginald checks in with regards to cancellations. Dazza had some creative Mo's and NZ adds yet another new parkrun.…

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Episode 405 - B4s Return 1:09:51

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Join Mel & TOC as they navigate the weekly parkrun news, rightly or wrongly, from across the globe. Sarah takes one small step towards South Beach Recreation Reserve, Alison follows a Southern Path and Tracey choo choo choo’s off to Old Esk Railway Station parkrun. Listen in, B4 it’s old news…

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Episode 404 - Boomerang 55:01

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Sarah & Simon are back to recap their Birthday parkruns at South Beach Recreation Reserve and Calamvale. We hear from Lyndell at Meadowbrook, Ruth at Harrogate and Johan at Big Bay. There’s talk of a boomerang doing what they do best and a world of launches. We challenge you to listen.

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Episode 403 - In the Poo 1:07:31

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Mel and Toc are back talking s#*t this week – so you know there is going to be laughs. We have two roving reports from Samford Parklands and another from Ruth Perkins at Meijo Koen parkrun in Nagoya, Japan. Dazza’s has all the elegance of a Melbourne Cup field, there is a plethora of launches to announce, plus Mel has another big idea! You better tune in if you want to hear all about it.…

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Episode 402 - With Mispronunciations Now 1:09:39

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Listen in from Wurundjeri and Quandamooka country this week for tales of p-indexes and visits to Cormorant Bay parkrun. The Ch 5 News Crew were busy bees at Coomera, Bellevue Park juniors, Esperance Foreshore and Baysgarth Park parkruns and the Birthday Boy is late to the party with his November wrap up.…

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Episode 401 - Adventurers Shine 44:49

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Simon and Sarah share their recent parkrun experiences, including Sarah's 70th run at Cottesloe and Simon's fun at Fodder Forest's 3rd birthday. They discuss upcoming events like Panorama Punish and celebrate adventurers who completed Chicago marathon, and hear from Lyndell at Sirromet parkrun. Join the community for more adventures, and don’t forget to share your stories! What is the next Challenge?…

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Episode 400 - Thank you for the Music 1:14:51

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Mel and Toc bring you the 400th episode. A milestone of sorts. But there’s no party this time, just tales from familiar places and days spent with friends. Those who were celebrating were Ali Sheppard at Rosensteinpark parkrun , Germany, Tracy at Lawson, PK at Mount Barker and TOC at O’Connors Beach. Listen in to hear where our 700 Adventurers Club members were, what events launched, who had the biggest Frond and what Reginald Yardley Pomphrey III has for us in Club Corner.…

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Episode 399 - Das Ist Gut 1:07:09

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This week Mel and Simon are back together to talk a lot about Germany. Mel was back at Pucka, Simon returned to Redland Bay and Budgie checked in. There’s a new member of the team, filling in a gap left by someone who thinks they’re funny. Roving reports from Epworth Equestrian, Point Hut Pond & Otago Central Rail Trail, Alexandra and a challenge to boot.…

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Episode 398 - Planes, Trains and Automobiles 1:15:41

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Olly returns for a bumper pod of mayhem and laughter, as Mel tries to keep him on script. We hear of Mels travels to Pirrama and Mount Annan parkruns as we farewell Streaky September. There are roving reports from Sonsbeek in The Netherlands, Sarah in Invercargill and the Warwicks catch up with Ryan as he farwells Tasmania. Happy International parkrun day!!…

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Episode 397 - The Grate Return 55:50

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Simon and Sarah are reunited to discuss their latest adventures to Samford Parklands and Dolls Point parkruns. There are roving reports from Alison visiting Orakei Bay, Lyndell at Riemer and Janet at Yeldulknie Weir Trail. Lithuania is welcomed to the parkrun family, updates to the Bingoe card are discussed & Pippa has more insight into Streaky Septmeber. The Birthday Boy shares all things to celebrate in October and Mel still has all the power with the edit…

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Episode 396 - Oh What a Feeling! 1:01:20

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Do you want to know where palm 25 will be? Listen in this week because we have an announcement… We also have Mel and TOC bringing you another episode with news of Budgie, Inverloch parkrun’s birthday celebrations and Mel’s return to Nhill in regional Victoria. There are roving reports from Warner Lakes, Newbiggin-by-the-Sea and Hanmer Forest parkruns, Rachel’s volunteering wrap, Streaky news and Ugly anticipation.…

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Revisits and Backflips 1:22:54

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Mel & Toc return with a bumper pod filled with revisits and backflips! There’s a 1000th event, 10,000,000th barcode, 5k app adjustments and TOC shares news of his trip to Victory Heights to escape the wind. We have roving reports from Sewerby parkrun and Dolls Point, and Janet is back catching up with Wildflower ED Andrea Doney aka The Slow Coach. But that’s not all! We have a swather of launches, Bingoe card discussion, plus hints from the elves about this years Ugly Christmas singlets.…

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Episode 394 - Dangling the carrot 1:01:27

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Mel & Toc are back with stories from Cyril Curtin & Point Cook parkruns. Plus, we have two Alison’s reporting in from Morrinsville Recreation Ground and Pirrama parkrun. The Birthday Boy brings us September anniversaries, Pip drops news of Streaky Septmeber and Mel is en pointe with a Polish parkrun launch. Don’t believe us? Listen in!…

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Episode 393 - Onwards and Upwards 51:48

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This week Sarah from the Westside joined Simon at the remote stand up desks. There were adventures talked about at South Beach Recreation Reserve and Capestone Lake. They talked about the 5K app, Budgie smuggler, Dazzas, emails and Rachel checks in (someone pleeease give her more content!!). Tracey and Johan logged Roving Reports from Mitchelton and Hilton parkruns, plus news of a Norwegian launch.…

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Episode 392 - Bolting towards Septmeber 1:09:58

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The Olympics are over but that hasn’t meant the end of the excitement. Mel and TOC marvel at Carolyn’s effort at The Clint Eastwood Backyard Ultra, while Mel finally ventured to The Ponds for some City2Surf fronding. TOC enjoyed inland adventures at McLeans Beach, Janet brought us a Singapore double at Bishan & East Coast Park Parkrun, and Calum celebrated at Lancaster with the ‘TV’. Also, all the bolts in Dazza’s, Club Corner, Streaky Septmeber discussion and a little announcement on PALM.…

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Episode 391 - The Rookie 57:11

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Simon and Mel were back at the standup desks to discuss the Olympics, Singapore's extra day and where they popped up on parkrunday (Lota & Peppertree). There were two UK roving reports, with Ruth reporting in from Rotherham parkrun and Ali at Thames Path Woolwich parkrun. Mail was received about Matilda, two launches discussed, talk of (legal) budgie smuggling and Rachel gave us some more regional challenges. Do you feel lucky punk?…

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Episode 390 - Jumpy 1:08:25

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Olly is back – for a Blue Moon episode and guess where he has been…? Nevermind! Mel adventured to …. We had Ingrid reporting in from Jubilee parkrun, Tenterfield and Alison from Moana Point Reserve parkrun NZ. At least there was UK mail, Olympic talk and Rachel brought us some discussion on regional challenges.…

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Episode 389 - What's a Melidex? 49:30

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What IS a Melidex? What are Budgie Smugglers? An Obilope? Dazzas? A frond? You won’t get ALL the answers this episode, but you WILL hear about Mel's adventure to Balclutha parkrun. You WILL hear the Birthday Boys August offering. And you WILL learn about the latest batch of launches. For the rest, you might just have to listen to the back catalogue… Join TOC & Mel. You’re welcome 😊…

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Episode 388 - When 3 becomes 5 43:50

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This week Simon was joined by Sarah at both of their remote stand up desks. There were adventures talked about from Broadbeach Waters and Jakes Point. They talked about their favourite parkruns (but one of them can’t count ), bucket hats (will you purchase one?) and a challenge (but not as you know it). There was a return to Dazzas, emails and Rachel checked in. There were launches and indecision about where they will be this week.…

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Episode 387 - Founders and Fashion 1:07:15

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Toc and Mel wear their hearts on their sleeves this week, touching on some important topics. To lighten the tone we also have roving reports from Lyndell at Logan River, Alison at Queens Park, Belfast, and a new voice from the UK Ruth – bringing us a report from Gunpowder parkrun. Dazza has the week off but there is more discussion about bridges and plans are forming for the Adventurer baton. Tune in……

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Episode 386 - Fly High 1:07:20

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This week the Adventurer community is sad to bid farewell to Michael ‘Schultzy’ Schultz. A special Adventurer from Kedron parkrun. We also pay tribute to Graeme from Umbagong parkrun and Simon brings us his adventures from Redcliffe. There are roving reports from Rendlesham Forest, West Coast Park, Petrie and Jubliee, plus Mel has an idea for a new challenge!…

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Episode 385 - Ice Ice Baby 1:06:21

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Who joins Mel on Level Two this week? Who ran round and round in circles for a very long time? Who enjoyed recent celebrations? Who did a nudie swim? Who interviewed Rory Marriot at Rendlesham Forest? Who’s looking forward to Streaky September? Whose name is in the Obilope? Listen in for all the answers!…

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Episode 384 - Indeed 59:13

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Guess who’s back, back again, Simon’s back, tell a friend… It’s Smackley week and he’s been at Greenbank parkrun while Mel ducked down south to Risdon Brook. We hear from Janet with a interview with Regional Ambassador Kate Corner and Alison brings news from recent launch event Y Promenade. Over at Dazzas the community was buzzing and Rachel brought food and zoo clubs.…

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Episode 383 - Big Kahunas 1:14:34

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It’s a fast one this week as TOC joins Mel to discuss all things Speedweek at Sandgate parkrun. We discuss parkrun’s global expansion plans, and, speaking of fast, Liam Adams gets a call up to Paris. Dazza hears from a lot of people, PK visits Nuriootpa, Lyndell is on the South Bank and Johan checks in from Emerald Resort. Rachel logs in, and the UK reigns supreme again.…

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Episode 382 - What's in a name? 1:17:39

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Mel is back at the desk, talking to Simon about Cronulla parkrun and his trip to Wishart. There was talk of speed week at Sandgate and BERT & ERNIE. Roving reports came in from Jeune Park, Whyalla Foreshore, Clarence and Pokkinen. There were a plethora of launches across the world and Longest Run is upon us again. Will you rise to the challenge?…

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Episode 381 - Ah-sigh-ee 1:07:16

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Sarah joins Simon on Level 2 with a view to go over her trip to Ridley Place Foreshore and his return to Sirromet. They spoke double Dutch on Whit Monday, were Franc about their feelings about French parkruns and caught up on Tim Franklin’s whereabouts. There was also some late mail received all the way from the Netherlands and they checked in on Dazza. There were launches, The Birthday Boy and roving reports from Lyndell at Glasshouse Mountains Conservation parkrun, Alison at Tokoinranta, David at Ridley Place Foreshore and Mel dropped in from Armidale.…

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Episode 380 - In a twist 1:19:03

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Nordic special days and a swather of launches had Mel’s tongue in a twist but not before she surprised Peppertree parkrun with a visit. TOC, meanwhile, returned to what he loves best, supporting Nagambie Lake in country Victoria. Lyndell was interviewing Mandalorians at Cleveland parkrun, and Calum sang us a Mersey tune from Burnage. We also have all the usuals with an extra helping of Rachel.…

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Episode 379 - R2-RD 1:15:21

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Tatooine in and hear Mel and Simon recap Bells Parade and Kedron, as well as the galaxy of launches and roving reports from across the universe (Victoria juniors in Glasgow, Walvis Bay in Namibia and Warwick in Qld). Then Rachel brings us some clubs from around the cantina. It’s a longer one this time, for an adventure far, far away.…

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Episode 378 - Run the World 1:18:42

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It’s a blue moon pod – which means Olly is back to join Mel at Level 2 and bring us up to date on Disney princesses, Welsh launches and sailing. If that isn’t exciting enough – TOC slips in the back door to chat to Run the World creator, Travis Ireland, giving insight into how the innovative platform was created and his journey to find love for parkrun. Rachel dips her toes in the water, Dazza goes bat crazy, and Tassie seems to be the place to be. Tune in……

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Episode 377 - Purple Patches 1:16:43

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Back to regular programming at Level Two with a View with Mel upping her p-index at Wilson Botanic parkrun while TOC was offering auroras with the sunshine over at the Stump. We chat about the new ED/EA volunteer credits, discuss the Voronoi map, cover May celebrations with the birthday boy, catch up on a swather of launches plus… Johan reports from Piggly Wiggly, Lyndell splits herself between Oakey and Capestone Lake and Marvellous Mark shuns Bushy for Gunnersbury parkrun. Tune in to find out why!…

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Episode 376 - palm24 1:14:44

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It’s PALM24 week, where Mel, Olly, TOC and Simon are joined by a crowd of listeners for a live recording of the pod. After a recap of the morning, Olly chatted with Eman, our on-the-ground PALM organiser, South Toowoomba RD and all-round-good-guy, while Mel interviewed Robbie Hawkswell, founding co-event director and video content creator extraordinaire. Simon was back at the helm of the annual quiz and TOC made a surprise announcement. And even though none of us saw her, somehow Rachel got hold of the mic……

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Episode 375 - Outback parkruns 1:12:46

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Join Mel underground at Coober Pedy and TOC on the tree stump as we celebrate Nicki Clark in a yellow 1000 volunteer shirt, Shultzy stars on the radio and there are April Fools Day pranks. Lyndall joins us from Harris Avenue, Sarah visits Centennial Park, Tracey goes north to Mackay and the Local Weather Expert explains spinny-roundy things to us. Bec checks in from the remote Cobar parkrun and we chat through all things PALM24 and Longest Run. Our Obi this week is a bloke who walks on water!…

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Episode 374 - details, details 1:09:28

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This week, Mel was auditioning for the Tourism Tasmania Ambassador role in Launceston. Simon was very Scribbly. Tracey talked to Rory and Hilary at Des Connor juniors and PK was going all Radelaidean at South Parra Reservoir. Rachel Parked, Reserved and Oval'd. We celebrated John Day becoming the oldest person to reach 500 parkruns and the Obi went to ... (you'll just have to listen).…

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Episode 373 - Geographical Inaccuracy 55:57

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Q. What do you get when you cross a rodeo with a hot air balloon spectacular? A. Mel’s amazing tourism adventure! This week Mel visited Braidwood showground parkrun, which incidentally wasn’t the location for either. And TOC is backing it up and keeping the recording south of the Murray. If that’s not confusing enough, Tracey is at Underwood Park parkrun for no particular reason at all. Hopefully Rachel has her spreadsheet together!…

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Episode 372 - Don't follow Mel! 49:44

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What do you get when you have two hosts recording in the Greatest State? A. Geographical confusion! Oh wait. That’s just Mel. TOC seems to know his compass points, even if he can’t judge his travel times. Moving on … Mel returned to Cyril Curtain Reserve parkrun with the Melbourne Crew, while TOC was a week early at Ipswich parkrun. And Rachel inspires some memories of dress up days from the past.…

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Episode 371 - Out & Moving 1:10:37

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With both our hosts returning a tad late from their adventures of the weekend, there's lots to catch up on. From the ups and downs around our adventurer community, to the very long, long runs and walks down under and across the ditch, people have been busy! Hear about Mel's triple treat of Stebonheath, Thorndon Juniors and Adelaide Airport, Olly's Batemans Bay return, plus roving reports from Tracey at Broadbeach Waters and Alison at Gordon Spratt Reserve. After that we'll need another coffee, thanks Dazza!…

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Episode 370 - What's in the Box? 48:29

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It’s Simon’s week in the co-host seat and apparently the weather up in Kingsland isn’t as great as they’d have us believe. Never mind. Mel had a lovely warm run at Ball Park parkrun while Simon splashed it out at Chermside. We bring you some thoughts about Codes of Conduct and perceived barriers to participation, plus muse over the Adventurer growth in the UK. And we award an Obi to someone who didn’t even visit Dazzas! Because we can ……

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Episode 369 - When Paris met Harry 1:12:49

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Join us this week as we bring some big discussions with a rollercoaster pod episode. While Olly and Mel give their views on the stats controversy, they also recount their adventure to North Wollongong parkrun. But not before Olly brings news of his own. Lyndell the Legendary lifts the mood with a report from Ipswich, Queensland parkrun, Rachel remembers pods of bygone eras, and we end on a lighter note with celebrations of all descriptions. p.s. yes, he did check the envelope!…

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Episode 368 - Gooey buttercake flavoured goodness 1:14:54

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Join Mel & TOC as they taste test lots of icecream. TOC goes to Jindy, Mel goes AWOL and parkrun Australia blow the lid on another Attendance Record. PK visits Kangaroo Island, Lyndall visits Newy and Sarah catches up with Tim Franklin. Oh, and all the PALM events get announced.

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Episode 367: YMMV 59:13

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One million Aussie parkrunners and no roving reports? Don't worry, Mel and Olly have you covered! It's been a big week in Aussie parkrun circles, so it's time for some reflection, emails, Dazzas, Birthday Boy and... ooohhh, a palm24 update!

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Episode 366 - Euphony 1:04:39

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This week, Mel is joined by a holidaying Olly as we hear a euphony of parkrun celebrations and record numbers, plus some misadventures, the odd kookaburra, and a cacophony of camp-site neighbours. We continue to catch up on the summer season's roving reports, as we hear from Johan at Voortrekker Monument, Pretoria, PK at Belair and Alistair who did some guerilla tourism at St Peters. And amongst all the chatter, Rachel, Dazza and some love for the one and only Colin Thorne.…

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Episode 365 - Tick Tocky 1:06:48

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Mel and Simon are back for 2024 with news of their holiday adventures from Copper Trail parkrun, Thorndon juniors, Port Broughton, Nuriootpa, Main Beach, New Farm, White Rock, Kelvin Grove and Fodder Forest. The Channel 5 news crew are back with reports from West Beach, Bellevue juniors and Paradise Point. Plus Rachel trials a new format and the Birthday Boy brings reminders. There’s more – but you’ll just need to tune in to find out.…

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Episode 364 - Bumping Uglies 1:05:05

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This week the swivel chair on Level 2 gets a workout as the uglies all combine to bask in the glory of Ugly Christmas Singlet or Shirt Day! As your hosts recap their parkrundays just gone and prepare for parkrun and podcast holiday season, we crack out the bon-bons, hear from the Office Lady and a most melodic Rachel, and we fill the podcast time capsule with 2023 memories, plus predictions for the parkrun year to come. Happy and safe parkrunning everyone, we'll see you all next year for more adventures!…

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Episode 363 - Old Farts and Old Ducks 52:50

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As Dazzas celebrates volunteer day and the wonderful contributions across our adventurer community, we hear about Mel's trip to the West-East-side at Campbelltown parkrun and Olly finally shows up to share his visit to Tassie, Collingwood and, well, Shellharbour #inourbudgies

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Episode 362 - West is best 39:49

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TOC’s back this week, after enjoying the west side at Cyril Curtain Reserve. And while some parts of the world experienced weather-related cancellations, Melissa headed to a revamped Sunbury parkrun for a little rainy frond. It’s a shorter pod this week, featuring some cameos from our favourite South Africans lending a hand to your grateful hosts.…

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Episode 361 - TOC’s budgies 43:44

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TOC joins Melissa on level two this week in his budgies! While Melissa recaps a crazy WA adventure at Newcastle Park in WA , TOC was enjoying the sunshine at home at Inverloch. We have Thanksgiving parkruns, re-launches, palm updates and corrections. There’s an Obi, the Birthday Boy, the CCR and more.…

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Episode 360 - gggrrriverside 54:49

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Melissa & Simon battle the technology this week to bring you this episode featuring Karkarook and Redland Bay parkruns. TOC drops in from Goulburn River Trail and Lyndell chases a frond at, well, Redland Bay. And we have more Collingwood refences for your listening pleasure. Thanks Rachel 😊

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Episode 359 - Rrrrriverside 48:16

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This week, while Olly laments a missed parkrunday, Melissa gets busy on her p-index. Rachel returns with Alphabet homework and there are similar ‘messengers’ in the emails. Meanwhile, Alison is on the ground enjoying the launch at Northern Pathway, New Zealand.

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Episode 358 - Log a Nottie 40:23

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The pod has a distinct Victorian feel this week as TOC joins Melissa on level 2 with a view. This week’s view is of Goulburn River Trail parkrun and Victor Harbor parkrun. One was windy and one required the Aeroguard. There’s parkrun news and tips, Dazza’s, the regular consolidated club stats plus a rundown of the latest launches around the globe.…

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Episode 357 - Stop watch 46:36

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We have bonus Olly this week as we round out October with dress up tales (or should that be fails?). Melissa chose to #getgood at GreenWay parkrun and found a curious bagpipe playing GP to chat social prescribing and the mental health benefits of parkrun. And Lyndell the Legendary is back with 11th birthday celebrations from a parkrun we all know well – Kawana!…

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Episode 356 - All power to the editor 1:00:28

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The parkrun adventurers slow right down after a punishing but enjoyable weekend, as Mel and Olly recap the adventure that was the Panorama Punish (and Orange parkrun). We hear from Sarah from the West Side at Our Park, while Lyndell celebrates amongst heroes and villains at North Lakes. And we have the stats and the mailbag to prove it - Aussie launches may be down but pies are still up!…

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Episode 355 - Mimosas and Jell shots 38:36

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Simon‘s in the co-host chair this week after visiting the greatest state for a J, while Melissa enjoyed a refreshing post-wedding run closer to home. We discuss the release of the Christmas compendium and back-end changes to some parkrun metrics, and the Birthday Boy brings all November’s highlights.…

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Episode 354 - It’sa Mario 42:46

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Mel and Mario (aka Olly) race through a speedy and somewhat Italian themed pod. Caveman Cam pops up at Mensola parkrun and we have a new statistical offering from our Adventurers club. Plus, a little musing about junior parkrun and the growth?? of 5k events so far this year. *Disclaimer – all opinions are correct at time of recording and may differ depending on state of origin.…

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Episode 353 - Mel’s a dot 1:05:32

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It’s the ABC episode – All ‘bout Collingwood! TOC joins Mel on Level 2 to recap the weekend’s parkrun party at Batemans Bay, explain dots, and admit that Keto cupcakes taste rather good! Rachel’s back, Dazza hosts the prematch parkrun function, and Pippa wraps up Streaky September.

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Episode 352 - Black and White Army 1:03:47

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It’s episode 352 and Olly and Melissa (yes, Melissa) are bringing you all the pre-grand final fun (go, Pies!). Melissa recaps her trip to Seacliff Esplanade parkrun with all the adventures and BIG things, while Olly is en pointe with his pronunciations TOC drops in from Dixon Field, David Messenger brings news from Kalgoorlie-Boulder, and Johan delights from Jock Trail parkrun. You can follow Collingwood on Saturday … or you can be wrong … Tune in next week to see if that’s been the right call.…

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Episode 351 - Missing Magpies 59:08

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Simon’s back! And so are the Ugly Christmas shirts. So, tune in to hear all about this year’s designs. We have Lyndell the Legendary reporting from Tuncanbar (Wes Mitchell Park parkrun) and Rachel is discussing the what and why of parkrun courses – inflated or not. Another hour full of laughs and levels ups, all for your listening pleasure.…

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Episode 350 - Black and White 1:11:15

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This week is a huge celebration of outback fun and glitter with Mel bringing us all the news of her Broken Hill Racecourse adventure. Also, a plevora (Olly??!) of roving reports from North, South, East & West at Palmerston, Wilson Inlet Heritage Trail, Harmony Boulevard and Cobram parkruns. Plus, there’s two more challenges to add to the bingoe card and Pippa sings the praises of streaking with a friend.…

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Episode 349 - Big Swoop 1:15:51

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It’s Swoopy Septmeber and we’re all streaking! This week Toc joins Mel as we return to our ‘Big Things’ discussion. Mel recounts her trip to Ballina Coast parkrun and TOC re-indexes at Rosebud. Billo drops by with a stella report for Yackandandah parkrun, Pippa has more motivation for getting it done and Johan has all the proper pronunciations. Plus we explain the bingoe card challenges and suggest the next level up.…

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Episode 348 - Cat Amongst the Magpies 1:05:23

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As we approach our favourite streaky season we bring you reflections from International dog day at Parkindula Reserve parkrun, plus we have roving reports from TOC at Tallangatta and Johan at Cape Agulhas. Pippa drops in with streaky advice, the Birthday Boy brings us all the cake and there are emails a-plenty.…

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Episode 347 - What Windmill? 47:05

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Simon is back this week, but he didn’t parkrun. Mel did a re-run but can’t blame sunscreen for missing the windmill. Confused? Well, add a late breaking blog post, a Wentworth Common roving report and a hill climbing Intern, and maybe you’re in the ball park.

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Episode 346 - Wonder Woman 58:00

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It's Level Two in Review this week as Mel and Olly recount their morning at Centennial parkrun and all the fun of the City2Surf. Sarah brings us an update from Patawalonga River and Lyndell joins the birthday celebrations at Wishart parkrun. There's a few announcements and bright ideas but still no solution for Olly's post-it predicament.…

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Episode 345 - Level 2 with hygge 52:28

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TOC joins Mel this week on Level 2 with a view to share some of his highlights from his recent European vacay. We’ve got news from a giant orange moustache, clarifications, graphs, age grade 1st finishers, Club Corner and roving reports from Studley and Greenbank parkruns.

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Episode 344 - Guess Who? 38:57

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This week, Simon sat in the host’s chair and he had a surprise co-host! Discussions covered Zillmere & Newy adventures, APAC event calls, incredible age grade records, and an island off the coast of Ireland. Rachel discusses parkrun clubs, while the mystery surrounding PSH’s time travel is explained.…

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Episode 343 - Favourite Things 45:26

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Mel was discombobulated by staying local and Olly was completely fine with doing the same. Pippa proposed a new name for an old challenge and the Informant is kind of sort of back, in a way. The Birthday Boy does his thing and there’s a welcome return of Mel and Olly sharing some of the highlights from Dazza’s. All the data from the Consolidated Club Report and some fun looking to the next few weeks has us all wondering… exactly how good will Olly look in a Wonder Woman costume?…

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Episode 342 - 26 1:09:36

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Mel and Olly are back with a bumper edition of the podcast and they have LOTS to talk about, from parkrun COO’s open letter on number challenges to all the upcoming excuses to party. The Office Lady brings us an interview with world record ultra-runner, Phil Gore, and we hear roving reports from Sarah and Alison. Sarah calls in from Presint 18, Ome Kyuryo, Japan and Baxter parkrun, while Alison shared her catch up with Tom Williams at Lake2Lake Trail in New Zealand. And, of course, we share the CCR and empty the in-tray!…

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Episode 341 - On the buses 39:42

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Welcome back, Olly! It’s great to have the band back together. After news from our hosts’ recent adventures – Mel at Kangaroo Island and Olly at Southern Highlands Botanic Gardens – we hear from Sarah at Presint 18, Putrajaya. There's lots of mail, news of Christmas in July, and Rachel demistifies some more clubs. Plus, tune in to hear Olly’s reaction to our costume plans...…

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Episode 340 - Homework 49:27

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Sarah is back for another week and she shares her adventures as an RD. Did she do her homework? Mel recaps her Maroondah Dam adventure and looks forward to a month long festival. There’s big news in the worlds of men who run fast and men who run for crazy amounts of time and an extra exciting roving report from TOC at Bushy. We’ve got mail from all over the world, another Dazza’s recap from the Office Lady, as well as the Birthday Boy and CCR news.…

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Episode 339 - West Side Story 50:28

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Sarah Jefferson joins Mel this week for a pod with a Western flavour. Mel visited Narooma Westlands while Sarah led the troops at Cottesloe. We discuss speed week at Sandgate and the World Record attempt at City2Surf. We hear from PK at Parkindula Reserve parkrun and TOC at Malahide Castle junior parkrun , as well as Rachel about streaking. Mel and Sarah discuss a new V-P index and Sarah laments the co-host curse.…

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Episode 338 - Hitch ’em up 56:33

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How did the leopard get its spots? What’s better than coffee after juniors? What is the world’s toughest parkrun? Where are you taking me, and why do I need my passport? What do Rod, Gail and Neil have in common? What’s bigger, Mel’s P index or her V index? Why is Kilmore RWT parkrun another parkrun to add to your list? Who let the dogs out? The answer to all these questions, and more, is waiting for you in this episode of the parkrun Adventurers podcast. Spoiler alert – a roving report from Bishan parkrun is just one of those answers!…

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Episode 337 - Interference 54:29

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We celebrate all the things this week as Mel & Olly parkran together at the brand new Woodlands Historic Park and Simon caught up with Lyndell the Legendary at Fodder Forest for her Cowell. PK drops in from Oaklands Estate Reserve and TOC brings us a European double from Ziegelwiese and Amager Fælled. All this and more antics as we reflect another week in parkrun.…

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Episode 336 - Kagerzoomie 48:44

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It’s a Dutch flavoured podcast this week with TOCCY from Inverloccy bringing us all the action from The Netherlands at Zuiderpark and Kagerzoom parkruns. Back at home, Mel headed west to Anstey Hill Recreation parkrun and Olly headed north to Centennial parkrun – but they didn’t leave Australia ☹ Meanwhile, the Swather Wars continue ……

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Episode 335 - Soldier’s Five 55:18

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It’s a very newsy pod this week. Mel took her press pass to the new Dixon Field parkrun and Chanel 5 news crew reports hit the presses from all over. Our international reporter, TOC, checked in from Donaupark parkrun in Austria. PK was on a Windex-hunt at Narooma Wetlands. And Lyndell was investigating mysteries at Robelle Domain. We also have a swather of emails, interstate updates from the west side, and a ‘soldier’s five’ from the Office Lady.…

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Episode 334: parkrun Voyager 55:04

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This week, we embrace the spirit of carpe diem and advocate for a promising new word that has been tattooed in our minds.... Mel shares her adventure to Tallangatta parkrun, where she wasn’t solo, while we also hear of parkrun voyages to Caffarella, Brisbane Valley Rail Trail and Wolford Wood. Even Myrtle the Turtle is Cha Cha Cha’ing around on parkrunday this week!…

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Episode 333 - Corgi Butt Buns 51:25

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This week, Mel, who went on an adventure to Sandon Point parkrun, is joined by Simon, who loves a chat about all things Coronation! As we continue to play catch up with the backlog of roving reports, we hear from Lyndell at Naracoorte Lake, Alison at Ekebergsletta, and PK at Edithburgh. Olly will definitely be disappointed he missed it as we hear from Rachel with a special Eurovision club corner. And you’ll have to let us know what you think about Mel's fishing trip ……

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Episode 332: Severn Swather 56:02

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This week we have a S W A T H E R of roving reports to catch up on with PK at Shiraz Trail parkrun, Mark at Yackandandah Rail Trail, Johan in outback Coober Pedy and Action Man out at Altona Beach parkrun. We have news of special days and parkrun ends, emails and club creations, plus a new challenge (or is it) to ponder. Plus Rachel is back to bring us insight from cyberspace.…

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Episode 331 - Quokka Quest 1:14:42

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Mel & Olly are back at Level 2 and resume normal programming, with Mel giving us a recap of her WA trip. We catch up on some roving reports from previous weeks, with Lyndell checking in from Western Springs parkrun, NZ and Cam dashing in from Claisebrook Cove parkrun. We also get to here a more recent report, with Sarah marvelling at the beauty of Margaret River parkrun. Plus, we have emails from the travelling Jacksons and a run down of all of our favourite palm23 things, wrapped up in a whole lot of laughter.…

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Episode 330 - palm23 55:57

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The parkrun adventurers enjoyed their 6th annual listener meetup in Perth W.A. The live recording was successfully captured and features an interview with University of Western Australia parkrun EDs Cameron Storey and Rodney Glossop, the palm23 Madness Quiz plus Ch5 News Crew Official Press Pass presentations.…

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Episode 329 - Winter Waffle 40:33

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This week, Mel was camouflaged and Olly was where he (almost) always is. We apologise for the late (not April Fools related) release, as excitement mounts for palm23. There’s Dazza’s, CCR stats, and a really riveting Rachel rundown.

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Episode 328: Sterkte 49:26

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This week, Mel travelled to North Sydney parkrun for Medibank’s Lounge event, while Olly was ‘you know where’ guiding a well known Bailey shot to her RD debut. Meanwhile, on the other side of the planet, Johan was busy at the South African conference, speaking to parkrun CEO, Russ Jefferys, amongst others. Plus, the Birthday Boy returns to give us the low down on what to look forward to in April.…

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Episode 327 : Off Script 1:04:24

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This week, parkruns far and wide celebrated International Womens Day. We think that’s pretty cool – but even cooler is a huge (not)parkrun milestone and an even bigger bucket list adventure! Mel was riding high at Jerrabomberra Mountain Reserve parkrun, while our roving reporters dropped in from Jurien Bay, Sirromet and Grey Goose parkruns. Rachel is stuck on repeat, we have more Big Things and the Quizmaster drops us a lasso…er line!…

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Episode 326 - Song sung blue? 1:05:42

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It's a bumper episode of interviews and reports this week. Mel catches up with John Lindsell at Kawana parkrun and Lyndell is on the ground at Kedron parkrun, chatting to the man of the moment, Michael Schultz. We’ve got roving reports from Brightwater and Newcastle Park parkruns and Rachel discusses the Pioneers challenge, but there’s a lot less of Mel and Olly than you might be accustomed to. Unless you want Olly singing? Then you’re in luck.…

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Episode 325 - Wake up, Jodi! 1:03:12

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Pour another coffee – Mel & Olly are delirious after their adventures at Batemans Bay and Maria Creek Reserve parkruns. Luckily we have Tracey in a TuTu bouncing in at Ecco Ripley parkrun, David swinging past at Wannaroo parkrun, and over the ditch, Alison floats in with a report from Hamilton Lake. To keep us awake, we discuss worldwide parkrun elevation, we hear the March rundown from the Birthday Boy, plus there’s Dazza’s, mail, the Consolidated Club Report and …wake up, Jodi!!…

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Episode 324 - Radio prA 46:49

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This week the adventures come from our roving reports, with Lyndell at Railway Park and PK visiting Stebonheath, sharing one of the best possible reasons to go to parkrun. We consider a whole host of additional candidates for the proposed Big Things ‘Adventurers at Large’ challenge, and we mix it with the stars at Dazza’s.…

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Episode 323 - Big Things 1:05:13

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A ‘BIG’ episode this week with Sarah from the Westside dropping in to talk all things palm23. Tracey in a TuTu is horsing around at Centennial parkrun and we hear from a new voice out at Garvey Park parkrun. Dazza’s is coping with a ‘BIG’ crowd, Rachel returns, and Olly and Mel discuss the nominations for the ‘Adventurers at Large’ challenge. Plus … it’s going to be a BIG party weekend!…

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Episode 322 - Rise of the Machines 1:00:01

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Are we out of a job? With artificial intelligence taking over much of our lives, just how long is it until this very podcast is hosted by Hal and Deep Blue? At least one more week, we believe. So until then, join us to hear about Mel's visit to Calembeen parkrun and Olly's... well, Olly. We hear from Alison at Russell Park parkrun, NZ, while Tracey shares a video from Chermside parkrun. So whether you're an adventurous spirit or just looking to add a little excitement to your parkrun routine, this podcast is for you! Disclaimer: some of this description may have been written by a computer.…

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Episode 321 - GO! 52:53

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This week, Mel’s South Australian adventure concludes at Oaklands Estate Reserve parkrun with celebrations and a roving report from Sarah from the Westside. We hear from Lyndell out at Kirra parkrun and Rachel returns with more Club Corner. And we have some announcements!!! Be sure to tune in.

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Episode 320 - Summer Holidays 49:36

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It’s a summer holiday edition of the pod this week with Mel back in South Australia adventuring to Goolwa parkrun and Thorndon junior parkrun. Olly donned the RD vest, welcoming adventurers from afar, while Tracey sent us a roving report from Scribbly Gums Conservation parkrun. We had lots of newcomers at Dazzas, the Obi has gone to an old favourite, and there’s a new boy in town … a birthday boy!…

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Episode 319 - Alphabet Ears 1:02:27

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This week, while Olly was playing removalist, Mel decided to breakout and head north to Cowra parkrun. We have roving reports from Perry Hall parkrun, UK, Living Colour parkrun, Sth Africa and Osbourn Metropark parkrun, USA plus Rachel is back with more Club Corner. While all goes to plan at Dazza’s, there is controversy in the Consolidated Club Report, with a shock frond result leading to a bit of a soapbox moment.…

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Episode 318 - parkrun, if you’re listening 1:12:55

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Mel & Olly have returned and one of them had adventures. Can you guess which one? The Chanel 5 News Crew were out and about over the break with PK at Lochiel and Alison at Warwick Racecourse parkruns on Christmas Eve, and TOC popped in ‘on the run’ at Torrens parkrun on New Years Day. There’s a new segment to enjoy. Surprise! Dazza’s returns with an added bonus, and the time capsule has been refilled and stuffed back into the cupboard.…

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Episode 317 - The Office Lady Option 30:23

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While Mel and Olly enjoy a well-earned break, the Office Lady drops in to bring you a summer lite version of the pod. She shares week 1 details of the 14 parkruns in 14 days road trip she and Luke are currently on, tells us some interesting stats from the festive season, and delves into the Dazza’s content. And we hear from a whole bunch of the news crew who share their 2023 parkrun goals.…

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Episode 316 - InSantagram 1:08:41

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It’s the office Christmas party and there’s merriment a plenty! In our final show for the year we hear from Sarah at Dawesville parkrun while Mark catches up with Lyndell at Mount Ainslie parkrun. We have listeners and news crew dropping in with bon bon jokes, ugly Christmas shirts galore plus mail, obi’s and looking back on future predictions.…

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Episode 315 - Honey Stud 55:36

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Dodgy sound, made up words, mispronunciations and mistakes – quality podding for your enjoyment! Olly’s back to tell us all about Hamilton Island parkrun and Mel recounts her adventure to Goulburn parkrun. Dazza was getting up close and personal, while the envelope turned up unexpectedly in the northern hemisphere. We have two Traceys for the price of one at Victory Heights Trail parkrun, and it’s beginning to look a lot like ugly Christmas.…

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Episode 314: Records & Legends 51:21

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This week there are records a plenty and we all stop to bathe in the glory that is the greatest state. That’s right, while the cat’s away… Simon Mackley joins Mel in the host chair. We hear from Tracey at Surfers Paradise parkrun and Alison is back with a report from Hamilton Park parkrun in NZ. Dazza’s has an all abilities theme, the Obi envelope turns up somewhere rather pretty, and we’ve all moved on from kick-yay.…

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Episode 313 - #getyourfeetwet 57:51

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It’s all about the beach this week! Tune in to hear about Kick-yay and Cuddle-ball and why Olly is so tired. Mel gives a recap of PoW parkrun and #parthwalk. The Channel 5 News Crew bring us roving reports from Prince of Wales parkrun and Melkbosstrand parkrun. Plus, we have a Guerilla Report from Casula Parklands. Dazza debates crunchy vs smooth, there’s a shock result in the Consolidated Club report, and Siri is back with all her wisdom.…

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Episode 312- parkrun party 1:02:58

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This week it’s all about common themes! Mel time travelled to Peppertree parkrun for a parklimp and Olly put a Q in his pocket at Queens Domain parkrun before summiting Kunanyi in Point to Pinnacle for Carrie’s Beanies 4 Brain Cancer. It was Ladies Day in the Channel 5 News Crew with Tracey in a rainbow tutu at Albert Melbourne parkrun and Lyndell the Legendary at Mudjimba Beach parkrun. Meanwhile the Obi envelope turns up somewhere unexpected.…

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Episode 311 - Green Eggs & Snoods 1:09:31

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Join us this week as we celebrate achievements and lament mishaps. Sarah from the West side pops in from Whitford nodes parkrun, while Tracy in a Tutu chases down her NENDY at Robell Domain. The office lady is back in the comfy chair playing ‘who am I?’ as Mel & Olly debate Dr Suess and whatever is a snood? “You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself in any direction you choose. You're on your own, and you know what you know. And you are the guy who'll decide where to go.”…

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Episode 310 - Cheers 45:53

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This week we hear about a pair of 5’s – 2 new parkruns holding only their fifth event – as Mel shares with us her visit to Nolen's Park parkrun and Alison reports in from Broad Park parkrun. We hear a lot of cheer at Dazza’s, and welcome a special guest to award the Obi this week!

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Episode 309 - Bruce & Gill Fordyce 1:20:22

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Mel & Olly return this week with tales from Bathurst parkrun and the Mount Panorama Punish, plus their recap from last weekend’s Halloween fun from their home parkruns. We hear from Phil and Gemma Gore on how to go from 5km to a backyard ultra (how far can he go?) and we have a special interview from Johan with Bruce & Gill Fordyce. Not only that – listen in for a big announcement!…

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Episode 308 - Top 3 59:54

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While Mel and Olly are away the fill-ins are here to interrupt your regularly scheduled program (as evidenced by the irregular schedule of this program). Johan and Tracey bring you roving reports from Delta parkrun and St Lucia parkrun. Plus we have some special Top 3s to share and a challenge for you!…

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Episode 307 - Cops & Robbers 54:43

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Join us this week as Mel and Olly tell us about being at their home events of Toolern Creek & Shellharbour. We hear from Ch5 news crew member, Lyndell, adventuring to Mansfield, QLD parkrun, where they celebrated Cops & Robbers week. And we celebrate a family reunion, an Obi, and an upcoming break! But who’s got the keys to Level 2 with a view next week?…

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Episode 306 - King Gizzard 1:05:19

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A chorus of adventurers this week recap adventures from around Australia. Mel returns from Darwin to recharge her battery, while we also hear roving reports from Sam at Bathurst, Cam at Applecross, Tracey at White Rock and PK at Pakapakanthi parkruns. With so many parkrunday high notes, it’s enough to have Dazza calling out for an encore!…

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Episode 305 – You’ve Got Mail! 1:02:33

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The parkrun Adventurers have mail! Lots of mail! After a week that included an 18th birthday and the launch of parkwalk, we hear from a plethora of our Adventurer community about challenges, reviews, podcast listening speed and pronunciation. In the parkrun world, Mel recaps her latest cross-border adventure to Charleston, South Australia, while we hear about the first steps for parkwalk from our roving reporters, Ingrid at Armidale and Sarah at Zillmere. Plus Dazza’s, consolidated club achievements and all you need for your next commute, long run, chipmunk-speed listening or however you enjoy your podcast.…

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Episode 304 - Let Us Entertain You 57:46

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Olly is back!! But he’s tired… While he was a ‘Better Man’ doing a Fiji nottie, Mel was ‘Doin’ it for the Kids’ – well the furkids - on a long car trip to visit Northparkes Oval parkrun. This episode, we have the Streakmeister, plus roving reports from TOC at Frank Keenan Reserve and Janet from the Mothership – wait, no - at the Memorial Park parkrun launch. There’s Dazza’s, an Obi, and some parkwalk and International Podcast Day chat. Listen in for all the fun. ‘No Regrets’.…

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Episode 303 - Home on the range 43:55

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This week, Simon Mackley joins Mel on the pod to discuss parkwalk, logos, streaking, uglies and all the fun at Dazza’s. Mel recount's her visit to Renmark parkrun, we have Sarah at Geeveston, Pippa the streakmeister, and lot’s of discussion that you’ll just have to tune in to hear.

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Episode 302 - Lined Up 1:04:11

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This week we hear about Mel’s weekend spent at Yowie and Des Connor Junior parkruns in Queensland, while we have roving reports from Ingrid at Umbagong, Harry at Taman Pudu Ulu in Malaysia and our US Correspondent Geoff in Charleston USA. We also check in on Streaky September and Bingoe card progress, with another great tip from our Streakmeister Pippa, and hear all the latest ideas and achievements at Dazzas and from The Informant. Oh, and stay tuned for an exciting collection of news updates!…

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Episode 301 - Thumbs Up 1:16:05

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Adventures! Streaking! Adventures! Streaking! This week the parkrun Adventurers give an update on streaky September, details of the BINGOE card challenges, and get the latest tips from our Streakmeister Pippa. We hear of adventures aplenty, with Tracey reporting in from Mudjimba Beach, plus reports from a swag of fresh parkruns, including Mel's trip to Beaufort Lake, PK visiting Nantu Wama and Alison at Whakatane Gardens. All that, plus a very full email inbox, Dazzas, The Informant and a special elfnouncement...…

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Episode 300 - Tricentennial 1:05:09

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This week, in honour of episode 300, both your hosts were touristing! Olly was testing his legs at Willoughby parkrun, while Mel ventured back to Pucka and grabbed a 1st female position. A new Australian male record was set, PSH hit a big milestone, and Tracey met up with the Quizmaster (amongst others) at Fodder Forest parkrun. There’s also mail, Dazza’s, the Informant, and a new Obi recipient. Thanks to everyone who has come along on the journey to 300.…

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Episode 299 - Buzz Buzz 1:11:29

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This week, we hear about Mel’s visit to Frank Keenan Reserve parkrun, while Olly stayed local for milestones and tributes. TOC brings us a conference roving report with ABC Presenter Lisa Millar, David Bravos drops in from Byxbee parkrun, and Lyndell is feeling the cold out at Stanthorpe parkrun. We discuss how good Melbourne coffee is, Olly’s mullet growing potential, and enjoy the usual buzz from Dazza’s. And yes, Olly sings.…

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Episode 298 - Not Flat 1:10:18

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This week the parkrun Adventurers reflect on a big weekend in Sydney, including a mega-frond at Cooks River parkrun, the return of the City to Surf, and all the other adventures that left us a little exhausted come Monday! We hear roving reports from Tracey in Atherton, Rich Ard from his first international parkrun at Sippo Lake in the USA and a debut roving report from Abi at Werribee Mansion! Rest assured, we’ve not left out Dazza’s or our Informant. We may even have another poem zone……

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Episode 297 - The one when Mel sings 1:06:26

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This week while Olly was a speedy roving photographer at home, Mel was in the company of bananas at Kirkdale. Confused? Read on… An old favourite returns (again), a bottle washes up and there are roving reports from Lake Claremont, Darwin, Manzini & Stratford-Upon-Avon. Abi’s away this week – no need to listen to the end.…

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Episode 296 - Hot and Gold 59:14

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This week while Mel shares stories of her adventure to Umbagong parkrun, we discover that someone plugged the Hotline back in. Ingrid files a roving report from The Ponds and Alison comes to us from Stratford-Upon-Avon. We also have some bumper emails, Comm Games updates, plus all the usual fun with Dazzas and pronunciation challenges.…

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Episode 295 – Aidan Hobbs 1:08:20

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Olly is back! Yes we know we didn’t tell you he was having a week off … but never fear, we didn’t miss any adventures. However, this week’s pod is full of fun with an interview with speedy parkrunner Aidan Hobbs, roving reports from Alison at Cambridge NZ and Sarah at Willoughby, and both Informants making an appearance.…

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Episode 294 - the new U 1:16:23

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This week on the parkrun adventurers podcast, Mel shares the news of her visit to You Yangs parkrun, while we hear Roving Reports from Mark at the trial of the new Umbagong District parkrun, Lyndell at New Farm parkrun, Pippa at Rendlesham Forest parkrun and PK at Glenoma parkrun. And we celebrate the return of some familiar and favourite items, including Dazza’s, our Informant and the Consolidated Club report.…

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Episode 293 - Hackers 52:43

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This week, Mel and TOC join a few adventurers for a frond at Kirkdale Reserve parkrun, PK joins the pirate club at Cairns parkrun, statesman Sarah checks in from Kununurra parkrun, and Sam catches up with a familiar Northern Territorian at Darwin parkrun. But closer to home, something is not quite right at Adventurer HQ. Better stock up on the Caramilk……

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Episode 292 - Floods, Cows & Milkshakes 52:24

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It’s raining men!! No not really… but NSW is flooding and Mel had a stressful visit to Wollongong, dodging cancellations before ending up at Cowpasture Reserve parkrun. Meanwhile, Olly popped up at North Sydney parkrun with the Idea’s Man! We also have news from Johan in Namibia and a special NAIDOC report from Ali. Plus all the fun from Canada Day, Dazza’s and the ongoing office industrial relations.…

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Episode 291 - Because 1:01:49

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This week saw Olly back at his home parkrun, while Mel finally ticked off a visit to New Farm in QLD. Wait till you hear Olly’s singing at Dazza’s! And there is some news to share and some to redirect. PK returns with a roving report from Copper Trail, Eman pops in from Railway Park and Mel chats to some visiting EDs at Eynesbury Heritage Trail juniors. For legal reasons, we cannot comment on the current supply of Caramilk in the staff room fridge.…

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Episode 290 - 98, 99, 100! 58:38

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This week’s podcast is dedicated to those that help us enjoy our parkrun vicariously when we inevitably have to miss that special day of the week… The parkrun Adventurers catch up on a lot of celebrations and speed, with parkrun and personal milestones, and a whole lot of pace! Several of the parkrun Adventurer community visit Dolls Point, with Tracey in a Tutu and TOC bringing us the buzz of the morning, while Tania reports in from Pegasus’s and Brett Bailey’s combined milestone and Sarah chats with a new member of the team at Cottesloe while searching for a message in a bottle. We’ve got mail, Dazza’s, and a whole lot of great friends and company to help us all savour our parkrundays, even if we missed them.…

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Episode 289 - Lorikeets are Metal 52:01

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This week, the parkrun Adventurers reflect on ‘fronding’ adventures home and away. While Mel tells listeners about joining several adventurers at Altona Beach parkrun, Olly shares stories of festivities and visiting adventurers at Shellharbour parkrun’s 8th birthday. And he also reacts to THAT happy birthday video. We hear from Adrian, who catches up with a couple of visitors to Peppertree parkrun, while, after another big Dazza’s, we decide it’s time to despatch a challenge to Sarah. Trigger warning: this episode may contain excessive references to Shellharbour parkrun.…

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Episode 288 - Travel Tips 1:04:37

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It’s a rainbow podcast this week with Mel traversing snow-topped mountains while Olly celebrates dry conditions at home. We’ve got goodbyes, celebrations, bonus parkrun days and new allegiances – plus roving reports from Jindabyne Sport & Recreation parkrun and Leeton Sport and Recreation Precinct parkrun. Plus Dazza’s, Obi’s and the Consolidated Club report, as Olly disputes the greatest State (PFFFFT!) And…. There’s a frond war a happenin……

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Episode 287 - Rhubarb Lemonade 57:16

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Join Mel & Olly this week as they both adventure! Mel heads to Mount Ainslie parkrun to complete a long awaited challenge, while Olly takes a last minute opportunity to tick off another event (on his ever growing list) at Cowpasture Reserve parkrun. We hear from Johan at Heidedal’s 5th birthday, while Tracey and Cam pop in from the Ch 5 News crew with reports from Tamborine Mountain and Jarrahdale Heritage parkruns. Plus all the usual news, updates and our Cheeky Informant, who seems to be angling for a Cadbury sponsorship (??)…

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Episode 286 - 99 Apfelsine Blätter 56:31

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This week, Mel and Olly reflect on two interstate parkrun adventures, with Mel finding a local connection at the new Panboola Wetlands parkrun and Olly heading south to visit Geeveston parkrun, while the team take the opportunity to bring a taste of Shellharbour parkrun in other creative ways. Tracey in a Tutu explores and discusses the elements at the even newer event at Elliott Heads Beach parkrun, our Informant is well again and back with the stats, and we get a dose of elections, autumn and a few more fines at Dazzas! And in our public service announcement, we’d like to remind everyone at least one more time to order their Ugly Christmas Buffs by Wednesday 1st June 2022!…

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Episode 285 - Better together 58:34

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This week the parkrun adventurers celebrate the highlights of National Volunteer Week, our volunteers! Sam pulls up the comfy chair to chat with Pippa White, who recently achieved her 250th parkrun volunteering milestone. Dazza’s gets in on the action, with a smattering of volunteer highlights amongst the weekend’s action. Mel shares with us the highlights of last weekend’s Festival of Mel, while our adventurers community offer up a range of great challenge, acronym and achievement goodies!…

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Episode 284 - The Very Very Best Day 49:04

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Big announcements this week with the date for palm being set! But in regular programming, Mel was at Coombs parkrun and Olly was at home hosting some surprise visitors. Mel brings us some tourism tips, Sarah Jefferson checks in at Nightcliff parkrun and Ingrid brings us news from Dolls Point. The Informants bring the stats and art supplies, Dazza gets his nude on and the fines keep rolling in ……

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Episode 283 - Eman Vergara 1:10:29

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This week Mel & Olly recap the celebrations at Picton parkrun and the big announcement of palm23. Eman Vergara drops in with his stories from Boston and Jamaica Pond parkrun, we have roving reports from Lyndell at Bunyaville, Pippa at Hafan Pwllheli and Johan enjoys a bonus midweek parkrun at Hart & Bosch Village parkrun. The Informant returns to normal programming, plus fines, mail, Obi’s and a special little cameo.…

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Episode 282 - Cass Castleton 1:17:05

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This week we hear from international parkrun tourism extraordinaire, Cass Castleston, who joins Sam for a chat before his upcoming Aussie parkrun tourism. Mel recaps a visit by #teamellis and a frond of adventurers to Warrandyte River Reserve, while things also have a distinctly western feel with roving reports from Cam at Mundy Regional and Sarah at Lake Claremont! With our Informant (light), Dazza’s, and a mailbag featuring both song and poetry, there’s something for everyone!…

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Episode 281 - Hoppy Easter 1:10:02

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The parkrun adventurers reflect on a busy weekend of Easter hop-penings, with Mel adventuring across state borders to Riverbank parkrun. We feast on roving reports Johan at Loxton, Sarah at Homestead and Lyndell featuring the long-awaited (for real this time) return of Stones Corner parkrun! Dazza dazzles with a delicious twist on hot cross buns, our Informant brings the goodies, and our Easter mail-basket is full of correspondence!…

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Episode 280 - Breakout 49:26

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This week Mel adventures to the amazing new event at Werribee Park Mansion, while Olly is sidelined at home Tracey checks in from Chermside and Des Connor Park juniors, Sarah’s back with compass news from SA – what? Plus all the regular updates from Dazzas, The Informants and the Adventurers Club.

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Episode 279 - Phil Gore 1:12:02

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Join us this week as Mel & Olly enjoyed a fun filled parkrun day at Albert Melbourne parkrun and … did you see that photo?!! Sam joins the team and brings us an interview with Shipwreck Creek ED Phil Gore, we have all the usual emails and news from Dazzas, Obi’s, Club stats, and our favourite mini adventurer returns.…

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Episode 278 - Goldilocks 47:50

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This week Mel & Olly were both adventuring at home with visitors, but there’s news of events returning, mothballing and closing – whaaaaat??? Tracey in a Tutu checks in from Noosa parkrun, we have all the fun from Dazza’s and wait…. The Obi ?? The Informants are back but there’s someone else looking around level 2 with a view……

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Episode 277 - Stumped 49:47

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It’s a quieter week for the adventurers with Olly back at home at a soggy Shellharbour and Mel staying local enjoying a morning of Balloons at Studley parkrun. Caveman Cam checks in from Applecross parkrun over in WA, and our Informants make a sheepish return to the office. Meanwhile, who does prepare the envelope for the Obi? Mel is getting suspicious!…

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Episode 276 – Mooving On 1:06:54

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While another week may have passed, Mel and Olly take the opportunity to reflect on a purple, parkrun-packed palm weekend, as well as their ventures from the parkrun weekend just gone. We catch up on lots of parkrun action across Australia and South Africa with roving reports from Sarah at Mt Clarence, Johan at Weavers Country Estate, Tracey in Queens Domain and Lyndell at Stockton parkrun. Plus all the excitement from Dazza (despite the brief delay), Abi and ‘an’ Informant.…

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Episode 275 - palm22 48:53

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The adventurers bring you their live recording of palm (parkrun adventurers listener meetup) 2022 from the Hurricanes Café at Bellerive parkrun in Tasmania. We chat to ED Brooke Van Nooten, enjoy the palm quiz and bring a special parkrun themed ceremony featuring some pod favorites. What an amazing weekend in parkrun!…

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Episode 274 - Johan Duvenhage 1:04:10

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This week Olly & Mel have a ‘tempo run pod’ while they concentrate on preparing and packing for palm! Mel caught up will Johan Duvenhage from @ Heidedal parkrun in South Africa, we had roving reports from Sam @ Huskisson, TOC @ Cyril Curtain Reserve, Tracey @ Redland Bay & Lyndell @ Wondai parkrun, and the Intern gets the honour of ending the pod – well she was the only one left in the office… See you at palm22!…

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Episode 273 - Falling for You 58:45

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The parkrun adventurers reflect on some frond-ly parkrundays as they both adventure once again. We hear Roving Reports from PK, checking in at the new Oaklands Estate Reserve parkrun, and Tracey in a Tutu at Bargara parkrun, calling for monickers for their new loggerhead turtle adventurer. We savour all the lurve from Dazza’s and hear who was right (or right-est) in The Informant’s stats question. And don’t miss our special guest – the Party Planner himself – joining us later in the episode with the full preview of the parkrun adventurers listener meetup are Bellerive parkrun aka palm22!…

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Episode 272 - Ercan Boduk 1:05:13

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This week The Adventurers catch up with Ercan Boduk, the Event Director of one of 2022’s new parkruns, Wentworth Common. We also hear of sunshine, music and parkrun body art from some of our Channel 5 News Crew, with PK visiting Mawson Lakes and TOC at Lewis Park Reserve. Mel and Olly share a few parkrun app and gaming updates from our community, a mysterious visitor appears at Dazza’s, we carry on prepping for palm22 and discuss how to bring our Informant’s back into line.…

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Episode 271 - Arise 49:23

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This week Mel and Olly enjoyed different adventures of the musical type! We dive into a new index challenge and Mel finds things that Olly is better at. We also change up the format at Dazza’s, hear from our millennial Informant and hit a new milestone in our Adventurers club!

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Episode 270 - The only way is up 1:09:54

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This week there have been adventures in all directions! Olly took to the road for the second week heading south west to Braidwood Showgrounds parkrun, while Mel trekked north west to Murray Bridge. There’s also roving reports from Western Australia with Cam at Pioneer parkrun, western Victoria with Adrian at Peppertree parkrun and New South Wales with a guerilla report from Alistair at Riverbank parkrun. The inbox was overflowing this week, Dazza’s was a biosphere of geographical chaos and the Intern returns to upset order in the office.…

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Episode 269 - Criminal Intent 58:00

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This week Olly & Mel return to regular programming with news from Wentworth Common & Frankston Nature Conservation Reserve parkrun, a full round up from Dazza's and a new Obi recipient. We welcome back Tracey for 20-2-2 at Des Connor Park juniors and Lyndell returns to the crease from Baringa parkrun. Meanwhile The Informant gets technical with naming conventions.…

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Episode 268 - Geoff Glaab 1:15:20

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We’re back after our week off and hitting the ground running. Mel chats to Geoff Glaab @ Joe Creason parkrun in the USA. And we present Dazza’s Summer Series (a reduced overs version). We’ve got roving reports from Lyndell @ Zillmere, Adrian @ Peppertree & Alison pops in from across the ditch from the launch of Otaki parkrun. Plus the Informant makes his triumphant?? return. Aside from all the cricket references (and cicadas) … there are ideas a plenty!!…

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Episode 267 – parkrun spirit 51:37

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2021 is a wrap, as the Adventurers catch up on Christmas festivities that included a parkrun Santa gift to parkrun New Zealand, plus – in true 2021 style – more parkrun pausing across the globe. We hear the Christmas cheer from our festively fabulous roving reporters, Alison at Puarenga and Sam at Picton parkrun. Dazza closes for the year after enjoying a little of the Christmas festivities, and we take on the ever-contentious topic of setting our parkrun goals for the 2022 as we prepare for a short break to ring in the great year that will be 2022.…

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Episode 266 – Tinsel Time 58:51

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It’s almost the end of the year and … well … we’re tired. It’s been a rollercoaster of emotions for Mel & Olly in 2021 and this week has been no different. As always, we reflect on the week that was - the good, the bad, and the heartbreaking. Mel filed a short report from Wallaby Track parkrun, Pippa send a Christmas message from the UK and The Informant wraps up the stats for 2021. Plus all the news from NSW return and the new Shellharbour course. Merry Christmas Adventurers!…

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Episode 265 - Advance to Go 1:08:06

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Join Mel and Olly this week as Olly recounts his camping adventure and Mel gets nostalgic about playgrounds. We’ve got Caveman Cam at South Beach Recreation Reserve, TOC at Dorset Recreation Reserve and Alison pops in for an update from across the ditch. Plus, all the usual fun at Dazza’s, the Obi recipient creates some interesting discussion and the Informant brings all the stats to the yard.…

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Episode 264 - Home & Away 1:09:28

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This week the parkrun adventurers reflect on a parkrun gathering (minus the parkrun) at the one and only Banksia Ave notparkrun (minus the home notparkrunner herself). We hear roving reports from a bunch of parkrun milestone events with Grette at Anstey Hill Recreation, Lyn at Nathalia Showgrounds, Sarah at Cottesloe and PK at Torrens, celebrating SA’s own 9th birthday! We hear of more milestones and achievements at Dazza’s (no wonder Dazza was tired) and award Obi #2 with great fanfare! Plus, all the stats you need from The Informant, all the anticipation of the upcoming International Ugly Christmas Singlet or Shirt Day, and the latest look at the Christmas Compendium. And we almost hear a roving report from Olly……

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Episode 263 - Obi - 100 1:15:53

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Olly is back! And so is Victoria Join us for updates on barcodes, enamel pins, ultra bands and baked goods!! We hear from Lyndell at Nathan Road Sports Ground, Tracey at Kirra and Grette at Nuriootpa. Plus we have The Informant, all the news from Dazza’s and plans afoot for Windang adventures!

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Episode 262 - All the good things 1:09:30

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This week TOC returns to guest host with Mel and brings an update on palm22. We’ve got big announcements, both good and bad plus roving reports from Sarah @ Burswood Peninsula, Tracey @ Bargara and Grette @ Copper Trail parkrun. It’s a good week to be a Victorian.

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Episode 261- Back in the ACT 1:14:17

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Join the adventurers this week as Mel ditches ‘The Creek’ for a real rendezvous in the rain @ Tuggeranong parkrun, while Olly course checks at Banksia Avenue (not)parkrun. We hear from probationary news crew reporter Tracey @ Zillmere and Karen Hamilton checks in mid marathon from Burley Griffin parkrun. Dazza is back with all the flavours while the Informant is a little more grey.…

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Episode 260 - The Wild Card 1:08:39

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This week, the parkrun adventurers talk notties on tour, while Dazza enjoys some company after being left at home. PK speaks to the team at Patawalonga River parkrun while Tracey levels up her challenge at Sandgate parkrun with a familiar voice. We talk hi-fives and pacers, hear about the (not) p-index and celebrate ugly Christmas singlets and parkrun books! It’s all very vanilla.…

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Epsiode 259 - Hailing TOC 57:18

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Join us this week as Septoper culminates in a Z party at Zillmere parkrun. We have Tracey reporting in from Highfields parkrun, all the ZZZZZZ’s at Dazza’s, the Informant, plus Mel & Olly dream of parkrunning again soon.

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Episode 258 – Richard McChesney 1:14:18

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Septober reacheZ itZ crescZendo as Mel recalls adventurers in Oofos and Olly makes it around the block a couple of times. Founding ED of Lower Hutt parkrun and walker extraordinaire, Richard McChesney talks about his ultra-walking experiences, some NZ parkrun history and parkrun highlights. Cam checks in from Homestead parkrun, we hear your reports from Dazza’s and catch up on all the latest from The Informant. Oh, and a little announcement……

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Episode 257 - Cottesloe Consults 59:19

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This week we head west - no, not Meltown, Western Australia! Mel catches up with Sarah Jefferson and Amanda Meloni to talk Cottesloe parkrun and touristing plus Sarah has a roving report from WA's latest event Homestead parkrun. And as always we have all the latest from The Informant, Dazza's plus an update on Septober.…

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Episode 256 - X Factor 1:16:02

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This week we celebrated BOND, picnics and the return of The Informant! Lyndell the legendary is back with a legend at Yowie parkrun plus Caveman Cam explores Mt Clarence parkrun with an interesting hypothesis. Plus, we recap our notties and plan future adventures.

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Episode 255 - Nottie Time to Die 1:02:33

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This week we celebrate ALL the things ... birthdays, premieres and parkruns - real or not. PK checks in from The Avenues, Tracey travels west to Old Thomson River Road, Mark revisits Renmark on parkrunday and Caveman Cam ticks one off his Bakery Challenge! Meanwhile, we get the low down on this years Ugly Christmas Singlet design, straight from the elves mouth!…

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Episode 254 - Ev’ry heart beats true 43:21

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