After a week of suspect weather, a2 Milk™ Upstream Challenge participants were met with a beautiful day and almost ideal conditions. Congratulations to all the participants who finished the 20km or 50km courses. For those that didn’t make it, everyone is extremely proud of your fantastic effort. A HUGE thank...

Upstream Tip #1 – Blister Prevention (Taping) Taping the areas where you typically experience “hot spots” prior to the event can help to reduce the chance of developing blisters. Fixumol Tape Available at most chemists http://www.chemistwarehouse.com.au/…/Fixomull-Stretch-5cm-x… Blister Prevention tip #2 – Skin protector This is my preference over taping. Apply...

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We are very excited to announce a new Partnership with a2 Milk™ who will be our naming rights sponsor. This new partnership will enable us to continue to put on a unique walk/run event that challenges people to fundraise while setting themselves a significant physical goal of walking or running...

We are excited to welcome the Warrandyte Community Bank® Branch to the a2 Milk™ Upstream 50km Challenge in 2018 as the Finish line sponsor! The Warrandyte Community Bank (WCB) is a perfect partner for this event and for the Upstream Foundation.   “The Warrandyte Community Bank, values the contribution to the...

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Fundraising Prizes Thanks to our fabulous sponsors Harvey Norman Springvale, we always have some great prizes to recognise your hard work. Raise the amounts below and you’ll go in a draw to WIN! Raise $250 or more – 1 x Polar M200 GPS running watch kindly donated by Harvey Norman...

It was a warm morning that greeted Upstream Challenge competitors and the little cloud cover there was early on quickly disappeared, leaving hot and sweaty conditions for everyone to deal with. Big apologies to everyone for the very delayed portable toilets. We thank you for your understanding, knowing how vital...