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'Parkrun tourism' draws crowds to regional Australia, brings money to 'country towns'


Parkrun tourism draws crowds to regional Australia, brings money to country towns
FriFriday 22
Neil Barnett crosses the finish line in Longreach his 292nd unique Parkrun location.
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Neil Barnett lives with multiple sclerosis and hemochromatosis and last month he had a mild heart attack, but when he puts his running shoes on, there s no stopping him.
Key points:
Accommodation and post-Parkrun meeting places like cafes and restaurants all benefit from Parkrun tourists
The Parkrun influencer effect is being credited for helping to promote regional towns
The 57-year-old Brisbanite has run in more unique Parkrun locations than anyone else in Australia since he first took part in 2012. ....

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