This is a great annual event, even for those who are not that comfortable running XC, 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. They have a club competition based on the runner’s finishing […]
Distances: 4.8km for full race and 2km for 12 and underTypically both races are handicapped starts. Target finish time is 52:00 and for runners the self-handicap is best calculated from a 6km flat road equivalent. Please bring a plate for afternoon tea as our contribution towards the event, which will be back at Cambridge Harriers club rooms.
This year the event will be held at Bishop’s Farm, Rotorua. This event is open to both full ANZ registered and 2014 club members only. The course is a 2km lap. Good quality cross- country. Mostly firm footing but some soft spots if rain has fallen with a 20 metre hill per lap. Entry via “enteronline” from […]
Popular long standing event and this year kicks off the start of the Road season and attracts around 30 teams from around the Waikato Bay of Plenty. This is a quick 3.3km circuit clockwise around the streets and footpaths of Matamata. It is a great event organised well by a small club and has strong support […]
This year the event will be held at Halswell Quarry Park, Christchurch. Halswell is located approximately 15km south of Christchurch City Centre. Halswell Quarry is accessed via the corner of Kennedys Bush Road and Cashmere Road. Car parking entrance is off Cashmere Road. Entries: All entries must be done online Course Maps Confirmed entrants
This is a very popular event on the Hawks calendar and brings in many who haven't attended the earlier cross country races. Handicap Road Race whereby each entrant has a starting time based on their estimated 5km time. Slowest start first. Based at the Horsham Downs Community Hall which providing facilities for event signup, results / spot prizes […]
This event will take place on a new course at the Tauriko Industrial Estate in Tauranga. This course provides a flat and fast course for athletes. Note that social athletes (club only) will be allowed to compete for a $5 fee. However, such athletes are not eligible for the Championship and will not receive an AWBOP medal. Note that the […]
The Cambridge Half Marathon, 10km and 5km is an annual running and walking event at Cambridge High School. Start/Finish area: All three events will now start and finish at Cambridge High School. Due to Road works the Half Marathon start is about 500m from Cambridge High School. Half Marathon course follows a low-traffic, mainly flat, […]
The race is approximately a 3km all gravel loop of the Taitua Arboretum. Hope to have a traditional relay format, depending on numbers. This is a standard relay race with each runner running around a 3 km lap on hard packed unsealed paths and grass, twisting through the tree park. Evenly matched teams will be selected at the […]
Held in Tauriko, Tauranga. Masters Men - 10km, Youth Men (Under 18) - 6km, Junior Men (Under 20) - 8km, Boys and Girls Under 15 - 3km, Boys and Girls Under 13 - 2km, Senior Men and Senior Women - 10km. Entries close midnight Sunday 24 August 2014 8.00 – 9.00am Race pack collection Course inspection 9:00am […]
The Whangamata Run/Walk Festival has Half Marathon, 10km and 5km events. All three courses take in spectacular views of ocean beach & pristine bush-clad hills along the way. The Half Marathon starts with a town circuit, then out on to SH25 with a turn around 1km north of Top Pub and back to town again. […]
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 […]
Club Road Champs has been held over the years on the slightly undulating 2km Ruakura loop course, which is a traffic free course allowing you to concentrate solely on your running. This is a major event on the Hawks event calendar and is open to all club members. Event entry and car parking held near […]
The National Road Relays is over the Takahe to Akaroa course in Christchurch again 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 […]
Every Monday night during daylight savings the University of Waikato, in association with the Hamilton City Hawks Running Club, is hosting a series of 5km running/walking events on campus. This year marks the 50th anniversary, and to end the celebrations, we’re welcoming the community onto campus. Where: Village Green, Gate 1, Waikato University Campus Parking: […]
The end of year Road and Cross Country prize giving is a great opportunity to bring along your significant other, get together with other members and celebrate the finish of the Road and XC Season. This years agenda to be confirm, as a guide last year was: 6pm Drinks and socialising 6:30 Junior Prize Giving […]
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 […]
A total of 1000 participants, including over 300 international athletes and many of the world
Just when you thought it was safe - it's back again! To celebrate or commiserate the end of daylight saving we are having another Mile - a chance to see how you have improved over the six months of daylight saving vis a vis the Mile. Hawks club rooms, 6:05pm race start and BBQ after.
Our Hawks Open Day will take place from 1pm to 3:30 pm, so mark it on the diary now and invite any run-curious friends along. This will involve a fun pack run and the option of signing up for the season.
The Sing Relay is a unique two person fun relay on a 5km course. Both team members start together. However, the faster runner runs ahead to the half way point and then turns around to meet their other runner. At the point of meeting, both runners turn around and run back to finish line the […]
There is a 3.3km event for school aged children, a 6km walk/run open to everyone, and a 12km run solely for adults. Golf course with undulating, short grass, also suitable for spikes. Racing starts at 9:30am with the prize giving scheduled for 11:20am. Barbecue sausages, hamburgers and refreshments will be available.
Grampians is the hill that looms large over Nelson City, with the transmitter mast at the summit. The course is located at the southern end of the hill. The venue and course is most easily accessed from Market Rd via Bishopdale Ave, off Waimea Rd at the Bishopdale Caltex service station. The course is also accessible from various […]
Trophy Day based at club rooms. Handicap starts in our traditional season opener. Plenty of trophies up for grabs, be certain to compete on the day. This event is open to everyone. Not to be missed! You may even score surprise trophies, forget, and then be pleasantly surprised at prizegiving in October. This is a […]
Waihi and Waihi Beach in the southern Coromandel are the impressive setting for the spectacular Nugget Multisport Festival. You'll take an unforgettable adventure from Waihi's charming town centre out to the spectacular harbour and coast at Waihi Beach, before returning via breathtaking trails to the rim of the mighty Martha Mine and our iconic finish […]
Cambridge relays, always great competition between AWBOP clubs and Hawks have a long history here. This event is open to all members and the entry fee is covered through your club membership. We really encourage new members to the club to join in with a team as it is a really fun event with lots […]
This is a fun cross country event where runners are divided into mixed teams and must all run together. One runner drops off each lap.
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 will again be run in a School of Origin format (with teams based on what high school you did or do attend), and welcomes all secondary school athletes as well as members.
Inspired by the 1974 Commonwealth Games marathon, the Christchurch Airport Marathon event is renowned as one of the fastest courses in the world. But it is also one of the most scenic and supportive. With a Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k & Kids' Mara'Fun, there is something for everyone.
This is a major event on the club calendar each year. Held at Minogue Park, meeting next to the miniature railway. The course covers a 3km lap and/or a 2km lap, with a 1km lap for the younger juniors. It is a challenging course with some hills and it can be wet and muddy. Suits […]
This is a great annual event, even for those who are not that comfortable running XC, 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. They have a club competition based on the […]
Distances: 4.8km for full race and 2km for 12 and under. Typically both races are handicapped starts. Target finish time is 52:00 and for runners the self-handicap is best calculated from a 6km flat road equivalent. Please bring a plate for afternoon tea as our contribution towards the event, which will be back at Cambridge […]
For confirmation of the event times and location please refer to the event website link for full details (particularly for non-club and out of town events) and the Hawks newsletter before the event for the latest details. Cost is only a guide and typically the standard price for the main race distance. Go to the event website for postal and late entry details. Events that are listed as free are for club members and guests only.
