UM Australia 2026

The UM Australia (Ultraman Australia) is an elite three-day endurance race scheduled for Saturday, May 9, to Monday, May 11, 2026. Starting and finishing at the iconic Noosa Heads beach, the event covers a total of 515 km through the Sunshine Coast’s demanding terrain. Unlike standard triathlons, this event is divided into four distinct stages with a strict 12-hour cut-off each day. It is a strictly limited, independent race where athletes are supported by their own personal crews, emphasizing a close-knit "family" atmosphere that has been a hallmark of the event since its inception in 2015.

Noosa Heads is a world-renowned coastal town in Queensland, Australia, with a permanent suburb population of approximately 5,120 residents as of the most recent census data. The town is a high-wealth enclave with a median weekly household income of approximately $1,843 AUD (roughly $95,800 annually), which is 22% higher than the regional Queensland average. The demographic profile is predominantly Non-Indigenous (94.2%), with 1.7% identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. The median age is significantly higher than the national average at 54 years old. Geographically, the race is defined by the pristine waters of Main Beach and the rolling, technical hills of the Noosa Hinterland, providing a tropical but grueling backdrop for the 515 km journey.

The 2026 event schedule begins with an Athlete Breakfast on Friday, May 8, followed by the three-day race and an Awards Banquet on Tuesday, May 12. Athletes are required to provide their own support crew, typically consisting of a Team Captain and a Paddler for the swim leg. While applications for the 2026 race have passed, the portal for the 2027 event is scheduled to open on March 25, 2026. For specific athlete information, including crew t-shirt sizes or banquet ticket availability, participants can contact the organizing team at [email protected] or through the official Ultraman Australia website.