Waiwhakareke Random Relay
2018-06-30 14:00 - 15:30 (Pacific/Auckland) | Waiwhakareke Natural Heritage Park, Baverstock, Hamilton, 3289, New Zealand
80% hard packed metal, 30% grass.
Meet at 2PM at the “Overflow” carpark Brymer Road. Rotokauri.
(opposite side of the road from main Zoo carpark)
We will select EVENLY MATCHED TEAMS OF TWO RUNNERS each, from the people that attend.
Each team will run a maximum of two 4km legs and two 2km legs.
Legs run in RANDOM distance order, but team members must alternate. (NOT run consecutive legs)
Keeping your running option secret will increase the competition.
Please NOTE. We have permission to use the Zoo toilets, but you must mention that we are part of the Hawks event.Afternoon tea is not provided, but please feel free to BYO refreshments.
See you all at WAIWHAKAREKE Natural Heritage Park.

Tauhara Trail Run
2018-07-01 | Mount Tauhara, Taupo
Event options include a 5km, 10km and Half Marathon (21km) on the north and east side of Mount Tauhara, Taupo. This event is an honest NZ trail run and is all about getting out there and having some fun or if you want to, race against the clock.
Official Website: www.tauharatrailrun.co.nz

North Island Cross Country Champs
2018-07-07 08:00 - 17:00 | Spa Thermal Park, Spa Road, Taupo, New Zealand
This is a great annual event, even for those who are not that comfortable running cross country, as it covers rolling park-like grounds and is well drained underfoot. This event is open to all athletes. There is a huge turn out from clubs through out the North Island.
The course is firm, fast and flowing, and later you can enjoy the free thermal pools at the river’s edge behind the venue.
Approved by Athletics Waikato Bay of Plenty, Athletics New Zealand.
Sanctioned Event
Run under Athletics NZ rules as open races and membership of a running club NOT essential
(Any runner can enter and win place medals)
Entries are easily done on-line click here
On-line entries close on 4 th July, but on the day entries are available at late fee x 2.
This event is also open to non-club members.
Competitors will be issued with tickets that can be exchanged for a hot drink and muffin at the venue.
Hawks Past Results

Sanitorium Hill King & Queen of the Mountain
2018-07-14 13:00 - 15:00
Sanitorum Hill, just outside of Cambridge is a great challenge for those that love racing hills.
Distances: 4.8km for full race and 2km for 12 and under.
Details below are based on last years event and needs to be confirmed via the Hawks weekly newsletter prior to the event.
Run will start with first walkers going at 1pm from the corner Fencourt and Maungakawa Roads
Please bring a plate for afternoon tea as our contribution towards the event, will be at 2:45pm.
Start time is 1:00pm on Saturday for the first person.
Target finish time is exactly 1:00:00 hour and for runners the self-handicap is best calculated from a 6km flat road equivalent.
Typically both races are handicapped starts:
B10, G10, B12, G12 grades. Start with 2k to go. Feels like 2.6km flat.
B14, G14 grades start with 3k to go. Feels like 4.0km flat.
All others start with 4.8km to go. Feels like 6.0km flat.
Remember roads are open. All runners to stay on the RIGHT at all times. No crossing the centreline ever. At the finish – you will get an ear-tag with a number. Hold on to it and stay in your finishing order. Keep walking ahead. Give your number and name to someone who will record it.

Waikato BOP Cross Country Champs
2018-07-21
The venue for the 2018 Waikato Bay of Plenty Cross Country Championships will be Waipuna Park, Tauranga.
Details to be confirmed nearer to the event via here

Sweeney Cup
2018-08-04 13:00 - 15:30 | To be confirmed
This is a very popular event on the Hawks calendar and brings in many who haven’t attended the earlier cross country races.
At this stage using the course at Horsham Downs is unconfirmed due to the road works.
It looks like we will be able to squeeze 1 more year out of the Horsham Downs school course, but we will be reverting to double out and back of Reynolds Road because the paper road is now closed to public. As there is also a cycle race on at the same venue, we have changed to program slightly.

Handicap Road Race whereby each entrant has a starting time based on their estimated 5km time. Slowest start first.

Please bring a plate for afternoon tea
Event Program – Location to be confirmed:
12:30 –1 pm. Registration
1:00 pm Boys & Girls U15 2 km.
1:15 pm First Sweeney Cupper leaves
2:00 pm-ish Most runners start
2:45 pm Afternoon tea and prizes (Please bring a plate)
Registration/ Late Entries

All runners and walkers collect a timing tag and CALCULATE their own finishing time from the table showing 5k times (and last years results)
Club runners will be given a numbered tag
Registrations – Non -club runners
Handicaps – Not required – Self handicapped

Base Manager – Graham Dudfield

National Cross Country Champs
2018-08-05 | Grenada North Park, Tawa, Wellington, New Zealand
The NZ Cross Country champs are being held at Grenada North Park, Tawa, Wellington this year.
Details to be confirmed here

The Dudfield Duathlon and 2.5k Time Trial
2018-08-11 10:00 - 12:00 | 87-109 Peacockes Rd, 87-109 Peacockes Road Fitzroy, Hamilton, 3206, New Zealand
Dudfield Duathlon and 2.5 Km Time Trial
Meet at Dudfield Residence 10am – 33 Cromwell Drive by 10am to collect timing chip and briefing…
10:30 Race starts Peacocke road near Substitution by Glenview club
2.5Km Run including TT – Up Weston Lea Drive and back. (No exit road, very quiet)
12Km Cycle to end of Peacocke road and back
2.5 Km run

Waikato Bay of Plenty Road Champs
2018-08-18 12:00 - 16:00
This event will take place on Saturday 18th August 2018 at St.Peter’s School, Cambridge using the same route that will be used for the upcoming New Zealand Road Race Championships on 2nd September.
Note that for athletes who are selected for the Waikato-Bay of Plenty team at the New Zealand Road Race Championships to be eligible for the NZ Championships entry subsidy ($50), you must enter the 2018 WBOP Road Race Championships.
A course map can be found here
A course video can be found here (via Facebook)
Order of events:

2:00pm
Boys/Girls U11 (10 yrs and under)
2 km
$8.00

2.00pm
Boys/Girls U13 (11, 12 yrs)
2 km
$8.00

2.20pm
Boys/Girls U15 (13,14 yrs)
3 km
$10.00

2.20pm
Under 18 Women (15,16, 17 yrs)
5 km
$12.00

2.20pm
Under 18 Men (15, 16, 17 yrs)
5 km
$12.00

2.20pm
Under 20 Women (18,19 yrs)
5 km
$12.00

2.20pm
Masters Women (35 plus yrs)
5 km
$12.00

3:00pm
Under 20 Men (18,19 yrs)
8 km
$14.00

3:00pm
Masters Men (35 plus yrs)
10 km
$16.00

3:00pm
Senior Men (20-34 yrs)
10 km
$16.00

3:00pm
Senior Women (20-34 yrs)
10 km
$16.00

Online entries will close on Sunday 12th August. Late entries available on the day.
A link to a course map and more event information can be found here

Kinloch Offroad Challenge
2018-09-01 | Great Lake Convention Centre, 5 Story Place, Taupo, New Zealand
Enjoy stunning views as you run or walk over some spectacular trails in and around Kinloch, Taupo.
Choose from four distances over one very scenic course!
This event has a little something awesome for everyone, whether you amble around the 5km course or take on the full marathon, you’re guaranteed a great day out with great people.
Full details on the official website: www.kinlochoffroadchallenge.co.nz

NZ Road Champs
2018-09-02 12:00 - 15:00 | St Peters School, Cambridge, 1716 Cambridge Rd, Cambridge, 3283, New Zealand
Refer latest details on the Athletics NZ website:
www.athletics.org.nz/Events/2018-new-zealand-road-race-championships
The course comprises of a 2 km lap on closed roads within the school grounds. A more detailed event description and additional information will follow.
2016 distances raced were:
5km and 10km Road Walks
5km Under 18 Women, Under 20 Women, Masters Women
10km Masters Men
6km Under 18 Men
8km Under 20 Men
3km Boys and Girls Under 15
2km Boys and Girls Under 13
10km Senior Men and Senior Women

Red Stag Redwoods Relay
2018-09-08 10:00 - 13:00 | The Redwoods Visitor Centre, Long Mile Road, Rotorua, 3010, New Zealand
This relay is a great annual event for running and walking teams with a course that winds its way through the iconic Redwood Forest. It is an event that is looked forward to by all and well represented by running clubs coming from as far as Hawera and Auckland.
The relay is open to running and walking teams from athletic clubs, schools, corporate and social teams over a distance of 5km per team member for the adult teams, and 3.2km for the youth teams. The event is based by the Redwoods Visitor Centre, Long Mile Road, Rotorua and is run or walked through the iconic and beautiful Redwoods and adjacent forest nursery area.
Entry Details:
Please have Names and Grades of members wishing to run this FUN EVENT. Send to racesecretary@hamiltoncityhawks.co.nz
NO LATER THAN 31st of August in order for me to organise relay teams in time. Entry is FREE to Hawks members.
Distances:
Youth Sections – 4 x 3000 met
Other Sections – 5 x 5000 met
Prize Categories
1st in: Men’s Open; Women’s Open; Masters’ Men; Masters’ Women;
Male Youth; Female Youth; Walkers and Composite/Corporate Sections
Spot Prizes: A range of spot prizes to be won by teams and individuals
After Race Awards
To be held outside the Redwoods Visitor Centre and I-site at the completion of the Relays

Cambridge Half Marathon
2018-09-16 09:00 - 14:00 | Cambridge High School, Swayne Road, Cambridge, 3434, New Zealand
The Cambridge Half Marathon, 10km and 5km is an annual running/walking event at Cambridge High School.
The Half Marathon course follows a low-traffic, mainly flat, extremely scenic course north and east of Cambridge, along Flume, Aspin and Maungakawa roads. The 10km course cuts through Tulip Drive and Watkins Road to join the half marathon course at around the 5km mark. The 5km event takes in the scenic walkway between Watkins Road and Thornton Road.
Official event website and online entry:
http://www.sporty.co.nz/cahcnz/Half-Marathon10k-5k/Race-Rules-Info
Start Times:
Half Marathon Walk – 9.00am
Half Marathon Run – 9.30am
2k Kids Run – 9:40am
10k Run – 10.20am
10k Walk – 10:21am
5K Run – 10.30am
5K Walk – 10:31am
Course maps:
Half marathon run/walk Click Here
10k run/walk Click Here
5k run/walk Click Here
For detailed course descriptions Click Here

Club Road Champs
2018-09-22 12:30 - 15:30 | Eastside Tavern & TAB, Corner Of Grey Street & Cook Street, Hamilton East, 3216
Our club champs this year will be held on the Eastside course, as we are unable to use the Ruakura circuit. Registration will happen from 1pm on the day.
1.45 2k – U10, U12 , 3k U14
2.05 – Start time for 50min+ 10k runners
2.15 5k – U16 M/W, U18 M/W, U20 M/W, MW (and open 5km to MM, SM, SW who wish to run shorter)
2.15 10k – SW (open), SM (open), MM, (and U20M or MW who wish to run longer)
*note that club championship distances for U20M and MW is 5k, and for MM is 10k. Titles in these grades will be awarded accordingly.
Instead of a plate this year, please bring a $2 donation per person towards some delicious Eastside platters afterwards.
Base managers are Kris and Lance.

Hawks Past Results

National Road Relays
2018-10-03 08:00 - 17:00 | Sign of the Takahe – NRR Start, 200 Hackthorne Road, Christchurch, 8022, New Zealand
The National Road Relays is over the Takahe to Akaroa course in Christchurch this year. The race starts at the Sign of the Takahe and follows the traditional route through Governors Bay, Gebbies Valley, Little River and Duvauchelle to Akaroa. The Junior Relay, Open Masters over 60 and Corporate/Social grade will start at Allandale (start of lap 2 Senior Race) and finish at
Cooptown (End of lap 5 Senior Race)

A bus will take us from the Clubrooms to Auckland Airport, departing approximately 8:15am on Friday morning (5th October). Pickup is also available at Porritt Stadium at 8:30am.
Outward flight times are:

Depart Auckland at 11:40am on Friday 5th October
Arrive Christchurch at 1:05pm

Team vans are booked with Hertz to pick-up from Christchurch Airport (volunteer drivers needed please).
Return flight time is:

Depart Christchurch at 12:25pm on Sunday 7th October
Arrive Auckland Airport at 1:45pm

A bus will take us from Auckland Airport back to the Clubrooms, arriving back in Hamilton approx 3:45pm.
Accommodation & Saturday Night Meal
Accommodation for all the teams has been booked at the Lincoln Motel (where we have stayed for the last 2 years). This is in Lincoln, just outside Christchurch and fairly close to the start.
The Team Dinner on Saturday night will be at Lincoln University (within walking distance). This is included in the cost. Please let me know if you have any special dietary requirements.
Costs
The contribution towards the cost from each participant is $280 for Seniors & Masters and $230 for Juniors.
This covers …

All travel (bus to & from airport and return flights to Christchurch)
2 night’s accommodation
Team van hire & petrol
Race entry fees
Saturday night team dinner

The Taniwha
2018-11-03
Come and join us on Saturday 4th November to take on as much of the stunning Waikato River Trails as you want – on foot, on two wheels, as an individual, or as a team! There’s something for every age, ability, and fitness level.
Official website: www.thetaniwha.co.nz

Xterra Waihi
2018-11-17
The XTERRA Trail Challenge Waihi is a trail running/walking event in the historic Karangahake Gorge which has a myriad of old tramping, rail and tramway tracks completely surrounded in native bush.
Official Website: www.trailrun.co.nz/waihi-home
Event options:

Trail Tigers
Short course, 8.2km (walk or run)
Mid course, 13km (walk or run)
Long course, 20.5km (walk or run)
Super Long course – Marathon, 41km (run only)

Round the Bridges
2018-11-18 08:00 - 14:00 | Garden Place, Victoria Street, Hamilton, 3204, New Zealand
Taking in some of Hamilton’s best known landmarks, the 12km and 6km courses include the scenic Waikato River paths and the iconic Hamilton bridges. Kids event 2km.
Round the Bridges is one of the oldest annually contested events in New Zealand. The event began in 1945 (at the end of WWII) when the Hamilton Harrier Club established a road running race to enable Hamilton residents to witness top New Zealand athletes in action.
Check out official website at: www.roundthebridges.co.nz
Hawks runners join the Hamilton City Hawks group when you register for the event.

Hawks Open Day 2019
2019-04-06 12:30 - 15:00 | Hawks Road and XC Clubrooms, Hamilton City Hawks Grantham Street, Hamilton, 3204
This year’s Hawks Road & Cross Country Club Open Day will be held on Saturday 6th April – doors open at 12.30pm and we will have a pack run (varying distances & speeds) leaving at 1.15pm, with Lance doing some drills and activities for the kids.

There will be no formal joining at the clubrooms as it is all done online now, however, Fiona will have her iPad available if anyone needs a hand. If you are a current member you will need your registered email address and password and a credit card. New members will just need a credit card. Committee members will be on hand to answer any questions and Jim from Smith Sports Shoes will be there with some shoes for sale.

Once again we will be refunding 4x memberships for those who join in April – the earlier you join, the more chances you get!

The registration site will be online from April 1st https://memberdesq.onesporttechnology.com/3275

Bring a plate for afternoon tea afterwards.

Te Awamutu Golf Course Run
2019-04-13 08:30 - 11:30 | Te Awamutu Golf Club, Kihikihi Rd, Te Awamutu, 3800, New Zealand
This is the 8th running of the Paperplus Te Awamutu Athletics Club Golf Course Fun Run held at the Te Awamutu Golf Club on Kihikihi Road.
Saturday 13th April. Race starts at 9.30am. This event is open to the Public and Registered Athletes
Prizegiving follows asap by approx 11.30am in the Golf Course Clubhouse.
An event for all abilites with the unique ability to race on a Golf Course with a rolling aspect and good underfoot conditions, suitable for spikes. Although adjacent to a main road the event offers a safe environment for families, with kids able to finish their 3k run whilst their parents continue in their own event.
There is a 3k run for Students $7, a 3k and 6k walk and 6k and 9k run, all $20. Registered athletes wearing their Club singlets get a $5 discount in the 6k and 9k events. Online entries close at 4pm Friday 12th. Late entry fees apply to entries after that time – $3 for Student 3k race, $5 for all other events. These will be taken on the day.
All athletes start at the same time and will complete one, two or three 3k circuits. Athletes will be issued with a race number and will recieve a finishing time and certificate. Numbers are to be handed in at completion to go in to the prize draw.
The Golf Course will reopen to Members at 12am. Please ensure you or your supporters do not run or walk on any of the Greens. It is a privilege to have access to the Course – we don’t want to loose that.
All proceeds go into a Travel Fund to assist our Club’s athletes on representative duties. Thanks for your support.
Race Organiser – Murray Green – 0276216608

Reduction Relay
2019-04-27 12:30 - 15:00 | Hawks Road and XC Clubrooms, Hamilton City Hawks Grantham Street, Hamilton, 3204
Reduction relay is a fun cross country event where runners were divided into mixed teams and must all run together. One runner drops off each lap. 2km Kids race also.
The course is between the clubrooms and Cobham Drive – a 2km loop. Doors open 1pm. Registrations from then. Pick teams at 1pm, then jog to grass area near Traffic lights north of Cobham Bridge. Racing starts 1:30pm.
Please bring a plate for afternoon tea
Hawks past results

Rotorua Marathon
2019-05-04 | Energy Events Centre, Rotorua, Queens Drive, Rotorua, 3010
The Rotorua Marathon is set for Saturday 4 May 2019 along with the Half & Quarter Marathons and 5.5km Fun Run.
Take on the Lake and make it your greatest challenge in 2018. Known affectionately as the “People’s Marathon” the iconic Rotorua Marathon is Australasia’s oldest marathon event.
Join the large group from the Hamilton City Hawks that compete in this event.
Official Website: www.rotoruamarathon.co.nz
Hawks Past Results click here

The Riverhead Backyard ReLaps Relay
2019-05-04 - 2019-05-05 | Riverhead Forest, Riverhead Forest, Auckland, New Zealand
A relay for teams of 2, 4 or 6 people completing as many laps as possible (non-stop) in either 8, 12 or 24 hours. One runner at a time on the course which goes through the tent city so you transition right outside your team’s tent!
Hawks have been offered a 40% discount for teams entering this event. Contact Shona or Dawn for the code.

Summary of the Relay

Starts at 9am on Saturday 4th May
Teams of 2, 4 or 6 people complete as many laps (6.71km) as they can in the time limit
The relay does not have the 1 lap per hour format instead participants just keep running non-stop
Only one person from each team is running on the course at any time
Each team will be allocated a tent site on the course at the event base. Teams set up this site as they please and the runners tag right outside their tent site
Teams decide who runs how many and which laps – totally up to them
The event is aimed at all fitness levels from families to running clubs to corporate teams. We encourage walking teams too!
Teams are encouraged to dress up in a team costume!

Official website: https://www.lacticturkey.co.nz/riverheadbackyardrelaps/backyard-relaps-relay

T42
2019-05-04 08:00 - 17:00 | Owhango Domain, Owhango, New Zealand
One of New Zealand’s most iconic events, the award-winning One Above T42 takes you into the crisp alpine air and pristine environs of the Tongariro National Park. Perfect for a weekend away with family or friends, the event offers run, walk and mountain bike options for every age and ability. Find your perfect escape in this off-road adventure.

48km Mountain Bike/ E-Bike
42.2km Trail Marathon Run
24km Trail Adventure Run / Walk
11km Trail Run / Walk
6.5km Trail Run / Walk

The 42 Traverse is a historic logging road – undulating (but overall, more down than up) with a few (but not many) technical bits and a handful of short river crossings. In summary… it’s awesome! The event will finish (along with all of the other event options) in the Owhango township Domain where there will be all sorts of good stuff going on!
Note: Total Sport offers discount to Hawks members. Please contact us for pin code.

NZ 100km Champs
2019-05-05 | Hagley Park, Christchurch, 14 Riccarton Ave, Christchurch, 8011, New Zealand
The Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team in Christchurch organise an annual ultramarathon at Hagley Park North in Christchurch, with this year’s event on Sunday, 5 May 2019.
There are 100km and 50km races, which follow a 2.5km loop course. The 100km can be run solo, or as part of a 4 person relay team, with each team member completing 25km.
The 100km Race is an IAU Bronze Label event and incorporates the Athletics New Zealand (link is external) National 100km Championships. To be considered for Athletics New Zealand Championship titles, athletes must be registered through an affiliated athletics club in New Zealand.
Official Website: https://nz.srichinmoyraces.org/100km-race
Location: Hagley Park North

All events are run on a IAAF/ AIMS certified 2.5 km asphalt loop.
Lap counters for every runner
Hourly scoreboard updates
Nutritious snacks and drinks available throughout the race
Delicious post-race meal

Event Options:

100 km Individuals
100 km teams
50 km Individuals

Teams Information:

Teams will be made up of four people, each completing 25 km.
The team category is open and includes teams of all ages and genders.
One runner on the course at a time.
Runners may make up their distance in one or more shifts, but each runner must be on the course for a minimum of one hour before changing over.

The Nugget
2019-05-11 08:00 - 17:00
Waihi and Waihi Beach in the southern Coromandel are the impressive setting for the spectacular Nugget Multisport Festival.
The Nugget MultiSport Festival began in 2010, and the event has grown every year since. It brings you all that’s great about being outdoors and active, and rolls it into an event that anyone can be part of. There’s the Full Nugget Multisport Race, Half Nugget Duathlon, 23km Trail Run and the 11km or 6km off-road Run/Walk events, so we really do have something for everyone!
This year The Nugget is on the Hawks event calendar and we get a entry fee discount if you are 2019 financial Hawks member.
Official Website: www.thenugget.co.nz

Trophy Day
2019-05-18 12:30 - 15:00 | Hawks Road and XC Clubrooms, Hamilton City Hawks Grantham Street, Hamilton, 3204
Trophy day is a handicap start, and is our traditional season opener. Not to be missed! Lots of trophies up for grabs, and you may just score one, forget, and then be pleasantly surprised at prize giving in October.
This is a handicap race from the club rooms with a staggered start based on your approximate or estimated 5km time – so in theory, everyone should finish together. In the past there have been some very exciting finishes with the bulk of the field often only within 30 or 40 seconds. It’s a great chance for those who aren’t normally near the front to scoop one of the clubs most sought after trophies (…and to test your maths and timing skills).
Doors open 12.30 pm
Registrations taken from them on wards this is a handicap 5 km race so runners need estimate their time they will do.
Kids 2 km race is first at 1.30 pm mass start here.
5 km race starts at 1.50 with the clock counting down and runners leave once their time they estimated comes up.
Bring plate for afternoon tea

Tauranga Open Cross Country
2019-05-25 08:00 - 17:00 | Waipuna Park, Kaitemako Road, Welcome Bay, Tauranga, 3175
Tauranga Ramblers club puts on this very well-organised event annually. It’s on an excellent running surface and clubs gather from the Waikato Bay of Plenty to compete.
Cross Country Races for all ages and abilities in park setting with testing terrain. For ages 5 to 100. On the well established Waipuna Park Course, Kaitemako Road, Welcome Bay, Tauranga.
View here nearer to the event for the online entry form and further detailed information.
Hawks Past Results

Huntly Half Marathon
2019-05-26 08:00 - 17:00 | Huntly Rugby Park, Huntly Rugby Park, Huntly, Waikato, 3700, New Zealand
The event involves the traditional Half Marathon distance of 21.1km which is officially measured and certified under ANZ standards. There is also a 10km, 5km and RUN kids 2km for Under 16 year olds. All events have the option of either a Run or Walk.
This new course is one that is expected to be FAST. It features a virtually flat single out & back route that follows the mighty Waikato River on completely on sealed roads. This course will only be used for the Half Marathon participants and no other event distances.
Late March will provide better weather conditions to run in and is perfectly positioned 6 weeks prior to the Rotorua Marathon for those of you that need a Build Up race.
As New Zealand’s largest and oldest Half Marathon events the Huntly Half Marathon has had a long and enviable history since it started back in March 1981.

Queen's Birthday Parkrun
2019-06-01 08:00 - 09:00 | Hamilton Lake, Innes Common, Lake Cres, Hamilton Lake, Hamilton, 3204, New Zealand
There’s no official Hawks event on this weekend, so lets all get along to our local Park Run at Hamilton lake.
Official website: www.parkrun.co.nz/hamiltonlake
Costs nothing – it’s free! but please register before your first run. Only ever register with parkrun once. Don’t forget to bring a printed copy of your barcode (request a reminder). If you forget it, you won’t get a time.
