Reckon you can beat a steam train?

If you do, this race is for you! An 18.5 km foot race against the famous 'Valley Rattler' Steam Train. Includes an individual run or team challenge. Teams are made up of 4 competitors and each member completes approximately 4.5 km.
Where: Gympie
When: Monday 12 June
Train departs Gympie Station for Dagun at 8.00 am with the first 300 runners to register. Other runners and supporters are taken by bus to the start of the race. The race begins at 9.30 am from Dagun.First runners cross the finish line shortly after 10.30 am and competitors and supporters will enjoy entertainment throughout the day at the old Gympie Station.
11.30 am - Course timing closes.
12.00 noon - Presentations and random draws.
Buses will transport the team challenge runners to their changeover points from Dagun.
Food will be available at both Dagun and Gympie Stations

I'm thinking of going to this, sounds like a whole lot of fun for me and the kids. The missus will have to grin and bear it....
Stan