Cairns secures ironclad title as top Ironman race spot
CAIRNS has taken its place among the Ironman capitals of the world after a dazzling event complete with postcard weather, the sport's richest prize pool and a local community learning to embrace the Adventure Festival as its own.
Far North Queensland puts on her Sunday best for Ironman Cairns
RESULTS: Thousands of athletes and spectators enjoyed perfect conditions as the Cairns Airport Adventure Festival climaxed with the Ironman and 70.3 events: race results here.
Queensland clean sweep in Ironman Cairns
AUSTRALIA'S David Dellow posted a personal best performance to claim his first Ironman victory in the inaugural Cairns Airport Ironman Cairns, while fellow Sunshine Coast triathlete Carrie Lester secured her first win since 2010.
Cairns Airport Ironman Cairns: our very own amazing race
SOME of the country's best athletes will showcase their skills and determination against the stunning backdrop of the tropical Far North tomorrow.
Run for Cairns attracts 700 despite drizzle
PORT Douglas' Nick Carling is used to creating a stir during races, but not normally for his wacky attire.
Road closures: Cairns Airport Adventure Festival June 2 & 3
COMPLETE road closure times, maps and information for the Cairns Ironman, the jewel in the Cairns Airport Adventure Festival crown.
Ironman Mac's challenge to cycling great
OUTSPOKEN world champion triathlete Chris McCormack used yesterday's Ironman Cairns launch to have a dig at cycling legend Lance Armstrong.
Matthew Pegg backs up to win his second consecutive Quicksilver Green Island Reef Swim
MATTHEW Pegg and Phoebe Hines have taken out the men's and women's 3km Quicksilver Green Island Reef swim respectively this morning.
Call for runners to join The Cairns Post Run for Cairns
NAVY diver John Jarvis and Cairns police officer Matt Ryan have signed up to do their bit for the Far North Queensland Hospital Foundation and they want you to do the same.
Chalk it up as Cairns Ironman motivation
IT could be the flash of inspiration your mother, father, brother, sister or child needs as they compete in this weekend's Cairns Ironman. Are you participating or supporting on Sunday?
Far North gets the spirit of adventure for week-long Cairns Adventure Festival
THE hard work is done and the big moment has arrived. Join us for video reports, photo galleries and results: cairns.com.au/cairnsadventurefestival.
Pete Jacobs wins in a canter at Port Douglas
A CONFIDENT Pete Jacobs announced his return to the Far North yesterday by cruising to victory in the Coral Coast 5150 triathlon, almost 10 minutes ahead of his nearest rival.
Paddlers praise gruelling Ocean Challenge
A CLOUD-LINED sky was a blessing for more than 200 paddlers who braved Australia's longest ironman outrigger event yesterday, even if it did make spotting the final destination difficult.
Confessions of a first-time triathlete
THE Cairns Post star subeditor Lisa Knight tells of her stunning debut in the world of multi-sports in yesterday's Coral Coast Triathlon.
Welcome back Macca: bring on Ironman 2012!
THE biggest sporting week in Far North Queensland's year is finally here, with athletes from around the world touching down for the epic Cairns Airport Adventure Festival.
Finishing creates memory to last for final competitor across the line in Cairns Ironman event
IN every race there is someone who crosses the line first and someone who crosses it last. MORE
