Masters Athletics WA Sharks

Whitfords Nodes Park hosts this run near the northern beaches, with the Indian Ocean close enough for "refreshing ocean breezes and views." Masters Athletics WA Sharks is part of the MAWA Sunday series, creating a club run atmosphere rather than a large-event feel: athletes 30 and over, regulars, visitors, runners, and walkers share the same morning. The course is a mostly flat mix of paved paths and park trails through Whitfords and adjacent parkland, suitable for a controlled effort without monotony. It accommodates beginners and those building fitness, while still offering mid-distance runners a solid workout. Age-graded handicap timing provides a "fair competitive experience" instead of a simple fastest-person-wins morning.