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‘Parkrun tourism’ draws crowds to regional Australia, brings money to ‘country towns’
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:
- People are traveling to the regions to add new Parkruns to their profiles
- 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.
Mr Barnett’s name proudly sits atop Parkrun Australia’s official leaderboard.
“I just love running,” he said.
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