Welcome Message from Minister for Tourism

Message from Minister for the Environment and Tourism and Minister for Science and Innovation, The Honourable Andrew Powell MP

It is my absolute pleasure to welcome you all to the 2026 Runaway Noosa Marathon. We are so glad to have you with us. 

The Queensland Government is proud to support this event through Tourism and Event's Queensland Major Events funding program, as we recognise the important role events play in delivering lasting benefits to communities across the state. 

Runaway Noosa Marathon will deliver a quintessential Queensland experience and contributes to Queenasland's $1.3 billion-dollar 2026 events calendar. 

Queensland's growing calendar of events plays a vital role in driving visitation and showcasing the very best of what our state has to offer. 

If you are visiting for the event, I encourage you to take the opportunity to explore Noosa and discover the unique experiences that make this part of Queensland such a special place to visit. 

Andrew Powell, MP
Minister for Tourism