National Road Relays

Ben Lomond Track, Queenstown Ben Lomond Track, Otago, Queenstown, New Zealand

For those who haven’t been involved before, this is the highlight of the club year, where we get to compete against other clubs from across NZ and the opportunity to […]

Hawks Road & XC Prize Giving

Hawks Road and XC Clubrooms Hamilton City Hawks Grantham Street, Hamilton

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.

Round the Bridges

Garden Place Victoria Street, Hamilton, 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.

Dudfield Mile

Hawks Road and XC Clubrooms Hamilton City Hawks Grantham Street, Hamilton

It's back folks, start training! Hawks club rooms, 6:05pm race start and BBQ after.

Huntly Half Marathon

Huntly Rugby Park Huntly Rugby Park, Huntly, Waikato, 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.

ANZ Mountain Running Champs

The second edition of the Queenstown Mountain Run incorporating the New Zealand Mountain Running Championships takes place once again on Ben Lomond in the heart of Queenstown. Three course options offer challenges for ages and abilities.

Hawks Road & XC Open Day

Hawks Road and XC Clubrooms Hamilton City Hawks Grantham Street, Hamilton

Come and celebrate the beginning of the season with a social pack run and probably some food.
Subs are the same as last year - bring cash on the day or you can pay online.

Sing Relay

Hawks Road and XC Clubrooms Hamilton City Hawks Grantham Street, Hamilton

The Sing Relay is a unique two person fun relay on a 5km course and run in the "Helen Hall-King's race format from the club rooms. This is a relay for all abilities and is loads of fun. You will either run less or more than 5km depending on your ability and that of your team member.

Te Awamutu Golf Course Run

Te Awamutu Golf Club Kihikihi Rd, Te Awamutu, New Zealand

There is a 3km event for school aged children, a 6km walk/run (2 laps) open to everyone, and a 12km run (3 laps). Golf course with undulating, short grass, also suitable for spikes.

Trophy Day

Hawks Road and XC Clubrooms Hamilton City Hawks Grantham Street, Hamilton

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.

Rotorua Marathon

Energy Events Centre, Rotorua Queens Drive, Rotorua

The 53rd Lion Foundation Rotorua Marathon is set for Saturday 6 May 2017 along with the Half & Quarter Marathons and 5.5km Fun Run

Reduction Relay

Hawks Road and XC Clubrooms Hamilton City Hawks Grantham Street, Hamilton

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.

Waiwhakareke Random Relay

Waiwhakareke Natural Heritage Park Baverstock, Hamilton, New Zealand

80% hard packed metal, 30% grass. Each team will two 5km legs and two 2.5km legs.

Tauranga Cross Country

Waipuna Park Kaitemako Road, Welcome Bay, Tauranga

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.

Christchurch Marathon & Half

Cathedral Square Christchurch Centra, Christchurch, New Zealand

The Christchurch Airport Marathon has a Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k & Kids' Mara'Fun, there is something for everyone. This year its the home of the NZ Half Marathon championships.

Double Rainbow

Lake Okaro Waimangu, New Zealand

A 46km, 25km or 17km off-road run based around Rainbow Mountain, Rotorua.

Gilchrist Rose Bowl School of Origin XC

Hawks Road and XC Clubrooms Hamilton City Hawks Grantham Street, Hamilton

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.

Hawks Relay at Taitua Arboretum

Taitua Arboretum Taitua Rd, Hamilton, New Zealand

The race is approximately a 3km all gravel loop of the Taitua Arboretum. Hope to have a traditional relay format, depending on numbers.

Club Cross Country Champs

Minogue Park Minogue Park, Forest Lake, Hamilton

It is a challenging course with some hills and it can be wet and muddy. Suits Spikes or Trail shoes (or bare feet for the brave).

North Island Cross Country Champs

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.

Sanitorium Hill King & Queen of the Mountain

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. Typically both races are handicapped starts.

Waikato BOP Cross Country Champs

Waipuna Park Kaitemako Road, Welcome Bay, Tauranga

The venue for the 2017 Waikato Bay of Plenty Cross Country Championships will be Waipuna Park, Tauranga.

National Cross Country Champs

Auckland Domain Park Rd, Grafton, Auckland, New Zealand

The NZ Cross Country champs are being held again at Auckland Domain this year.

Sweeney Cup

Horsham Downs 6 Martin Lane, Hamilton

This is a very popular event on the Hawks calendar and brings in many who haven’t attended the earlier cross country races.

The Dudfield Duathlon

Dudfields 33 Cromwell Drive, Fitzroy, Hamilton

3k - 16K -3K. Bike to end of Peacockes Road and back, 16km. Repeat first run after the bike.

Waikato Bay of Plenty Road Champs

The 2017 Waikato-Bay of Plenty Road Championships will be held in Hamilton at the same course as last year near Narrows Landing.

Cambridge Half Marathon

Cambridge High School Swayne Road, Cambridge, New Zealand

The Cambridge Half Marathon, 10km and 5km is an annual running and walking event at Cambridge High School.

Kinloch Offroad Challenge

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.

NZ Road Champs

To be confirmed

Represent our region Waikato BOP in the National Road Championships

Red Stag Redwoods Relay

The Redwoods Visitor Centre Long Mile Road, Rotorua, 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.

Club Road Champs

McMeekan Centre Ruakura Ruakura Lane, Hamilton, New Zealand

Club Road Champs is held on the 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.

3km Time Trial

3km Time Trial - Time and location details to be confirmed.

National Road Relays

Wylie Court Motor Lodge 345 Fenton Street, Rotorua, New Zealand

This is the highlight of the club year, where we get to compete against other clubs from across NZ and the opportunity to show that we are the best!

Track and Field – Opening club night

Porritt Stadium, Chartwell Porritt Stadium, Crosby Rd, Chedworth, Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand

OPENING CLUB NIGHT Wednesday October 4th. 14 years to Masters – all welcome- coaching available.

Hawks Road & XC Prize Giving

Hawks Road and XC Clubrooms Hamilton City Hawks Grantham Street, Hamilton

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 evening is for all club members across all grades.

Round the Bridges

Garden Place Victoria Street, Hamilton, 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.

Hawks Open Day 2018

Hawks Road and XC Clubrooms Hamilton City Hawks Grantham Street, Hamilton

Hawks Open Day is on April 7th, so make sure you've got that on the calendar!

Sing Relay

Hawks Road and XC Clubrooms Hamilton City Hawks Grantham Street, Hamilton

The Sing Relay is a unique two person fun relay on a 5km course and run in the "Helen Hall-King's race format from the club rooms. This is a relay for all abilities and is loads of fun. You will either run less or more than 5km depending on your ability and that of your team member.

Te Awamutu Golf Course Run

Te Awamutu Golf Club Kihikihi Rd, Te Awamutu, New Zealand

There is a 3km event for school aged children, a 6km walk/run (2 laps) open to everyone, and a 12km run (3 laps). Golf course with undulating, short grass, also suitable for spikes.

Trophy Day

Hawks Road and XC Clubrooms Hamilton City Hawks Grantham Street, Hamilton

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.

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.