More than 1,100 volunteers, recruited as part of the Suncorp Bank Volunteer Program, will assist in delivering Australia’s first and only IAAF Road Race Gold Label event across a variety of roles at this year’s Gold Coast Airport Marathon held from 5 – 6 July.

In celebration of the 25^th anniversary of National Volunteer Week (12 – 18 May) we asked our loyal friends on Facebook to share a message of thanks to our volunteers which we have passed on.

“Thank you volunteers! We would have little to be excited about without you.” 

Melissa Mayhew, 2014

“I have travelled to the Gold Coast Airport Marathon the last four years. This will be my fifth. You volunteers make it great!”

Michelle McBurney, 2014

“Thanks for the time before, during and after the event and for your encouragement in the event. Without you, we could not achieve our full potential as runners.”

Richard Nicholls, 2014

“You guys all do an awesome job! Thanks! Xxx.”

Melissa Taylor, 2014

“Thank you for handing me my desperately needed water and for telling me ‘not much further’ at the 27 kilometre mark.”

Julie Freidman, 2014

“Thanks Gold Coast Airport Marathon volunteers! We love you and couldn’t live our dreams without your awesome support. See you soon. Xx.”

Anne-Marie McDonald, 2014

“Thank you to the volunteers! These runs can’t proceed without you lovely people. I always say thank you to volunteers when I run pass.”

Sylvia Cullen, 2014

“Thank you for your hard work, encouragement and never-ending smiles and cheers. You guys are the backbone of events and without you, none would be possible.”

Nyle Sunderland, 2014

“You guys do great work. Thank you so much!”

Sam Howlett, 2014

“Thanks for all the great work that you do.”

Robert and Karen Parrott, 2014

“Thanks so much team! You help to make events like this life changing experiences.”

Maree Matthews, 2014

“Words of encouragement from volunteers always give me a little boost of morale on a run. I can’t say thank you enough to volunteers. You guys rock!”

Michelle Wyndham, 2014

“We couldn’t do it without you wonderful volunteers. Thank you!”

Alex Lousada, 2014

“Couldn’t do it without you. Thanks.”

Anne Whineray-Smith, 2014

“You are all awesome!”

Adrian Pinnock, 2014

“There’s no way I could finish the marathon without you. Your contribution is priceless.”

Brad McIver, 2014

“Thank you so much guys! You all rock!”

Mat Nogueira Da Silva, 2014

“Thank you Gold Coast Airport Marathon volunteers! Your generosity allows us crazy runners to do what we love, so we love you guys back for helping us out. See you soon!”

Sara Toscan, 2014

“Thanks everyone – can’t wait to see you up there.”

Karen McKeown, 2014

“Thank you volunteers! Your smiles and shouts of encouragement help us make it to the finish line.”

Shona Burton, 2014

“Absolutely amazing. Thanks for all you do each year!”

Adele Connal, 2014

“Thank you to all the volunteers at every event. Your support, hard work and encouragement does not go unnoticed. You’re awesome!”

Kelly Clarke, 2014

“Thank you to all the volunteers for your hard work, support and encouragement.”

Rod Jacqueline Dukino, 2014

“Not possible without you guys! Thinking about all of the dreams realised and the money raised for charity. None of which is possible without the awesome, ever smiling and supportive volunteers!”

Angie Baran, 2014

“Looking forward to seeing those friendly faces again. I love how they make sure I have plenty to drink and keeps me safe from traffic. I know that if I needed anything else I would only have to ask and they would definitely try and help with that.”

Bruce Young, 2014

“The Gold Coast Airport Marathon would not be the same without you. Thank you for your fantastic efforts.”

David Duverge, 2014

“Thank you for all the hard work you put in. It is certainly appreciated (especially at the drink stations).”

Olga Gordon, 2014

“Volunteers are the backbone of any event or function. Thank you, you’re awesome!”

Deb Castledine, 2014

“I needed you so much last year. When the going got tough, your encouragement was uplifting. Thank you.”

Lyndon McIntyre, 2014

“We couldn’t do it without you. Thanks a marathon. X.”

Deb V PT, 2014

“Thank you very much. Really appreciated your hard work guys. All the way from Singapore.”

Zulkarnian Jureni, 2014

“Thank you for volunteering. There is always a smile and encouragement.”

Exact Fitness, 2014

“Volunteers are the heart and soul of marathon running. You provide sustenance for the body and the mind. Looking forward to thanking you all in person on race day!”

Paul Wilson, 2014

If you are interested in being part of the Suncorp Bank Volunteer Program at the Gold Coast Airport Marathon visit www.goldcoastmarathon.com.au, phone (07) 5668 9888 or email Catherine Wightman at catherine@goldcoastevents.com.au.

The Gold Coast Airport Marathon will be held on Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 July in one of the most popular holiday destinations in the world in Queensland, Australia.

It is set to attract more than 30,000 participants of all ages and abilities across a number of events including the Gold Coast Airport Marathon, Wheelchair Marathon, ASICS Half Marathon, Wheelchair 15km, Southern Cross University 10km Run, Suncorp Bank 5.7km Challenge and Junior Dash 4km & 2km races.

For more information visit www.goldcoastmarathon.com.au.