Brooks Half Marathon - Sold out!
The Brooks Half Marathon has sold out. View start times, course map and FAQs below.
Ready to push your limits? The Brooks Half Marathon is the ultimate test for runners looking to crush their personal best. This year’s course is a runner’s dream: a scenic stretch along Mounts Bay Road, freeway views, and the rare opportunity to run through the Northbridge Tunnel without a car in sight.
Feel the adrenaline as you race through the Perth CBD and soak in the cheers from the crowd as you cross the finish line. With a flat, fast course and a vibrant atmosphere, it’s the perfect opportunity to elevate your running game – all while supporting a great cause.
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Start times and categories for
Brooks Half Marathon
Wave A in the Brooks Half Marathon will start at 6.45am with Wave B wave starting 10 minutes later. Please arrive at the assembly area for your wave no later than 30 minutes prior to the advertised start time.
| Wave | Your pace |
|---|---|
| Seeded wave (proof required) |
Men – Under 1hr 20 mins Women – Under 1hr 35 mins |
| Wave A | 1-to-2-hour completion time |
| Wave B | 2-to-3-hour completion time |
Please note: The course cut off times for the Brooks Half Marathon are as follows:
| 8.15am | Hackett Drive Northbound (5.7km) |
| 8.45am | John Oldam Park Aid Station (8.8km) |
| 11am | Roger Mackay Aid Station (16.5km) |
| 11.30am | The Causeway Western End (19.8km) |
How far is the Brooks half marathon?
What do HBF Run for a Reason ‘distances’, ‘courses’ and ‘waves’ mean?
Courses refer to the three distances and the route that each takes. There are three to choose from – the Brooks Half Marathon, Specsavers 12km, and the CommBank 3km.
Waves are assigned depending on the time you expect to take to complete the course. We encourage you to select a finish time so you are surrounded by people running or walking at a similar pace to you. Some people are running to smash their PB and run a 10-minute 3km, others are walking with prams and taking it easy. By selecting the correct wave, it helps us keep you safe and moving at your goal pace.
You must start in your assigned wave. If you start in a group ahead of yours, your timing device will not activate and your time will not be recorded. Event Officials may also instruct you to move back to the appropriate group.
Which HBF Run for a Reason wave should I choose?
Refer to the start times section further up the page and choose the appropriate wave for your pace and participation style (running, jogging, walking, wheeling).
Can I walk the HBF Run for a Reason course?
Absolutely – you’re welcome to walk the 12km or 3km. Just make sure you select the correct category when you enter. We have dedicated waves for walkers, families and prams so that you can take your time and enjoy the atmosphere without too many serious runners.
The Brooks Half Marathon can only be completed by runners or joggers as there are course cut off times due to road closures.
Please also note that due to safety regulations, you’re unable to take part in any of the events on a bicycle, roller-blades or scooter.
Is running through the tunnel bad for my health?
