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'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. ( Share Print text only Cancel 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.