The Great Illawarra Walk is back for 2026 with all funds raised going directly to KidsWish in support of the mission to fulfil the lives of children living with disability or illness. Register now and be part of a community event that will bring joy and opportunities to families across the Illawarra!

$50 Adults | $20 Kids - includes event shirt sponsored by LJ Hooker and lunch provided by Rapid Relief Team. Walk as little or as much of the 40km as you like with 4 departure options, or even join the all accessible KidsWish Blue Mile 💙

🚶 See route options here: https://greatillawarrawalk.com/route ... for example, 7am start for 40km, 11am start for KidsWish Blue Mile (1.6km).

Plus FREE FAMILY FUN DAY at Stuart Park - 11:30am to 1:00pm.
🎉 AFTER PARTY at Headlands Hotel Austinmer as walkers finish. Proudly supported by LJ Hooker Shellharbour, Corrimal and Wollongong, and i98 FM.

💧Looking to sponsor? Water station sponsorships available: https://greatillawarrawalk.com/media/KidsWish_2026-Water-station-poster_FIN.pdf