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Into its 4th decade and still going strong, the Hatuma Half Marathon is very much a highlight on the local sporting calendar.
From humble beginnings back in 1980, a group of running enthusiast friends got together and took on the challenge to create a running event here in Central Hawke's Bay. Since then the event has continued to grow and has built up a reputation for being a well organised event to be shared with family & friends event in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
The Hatuma Half Marathon starts and finishes at the Waipukurau Racecourse. This picturesque venue is able to accommodate ample off-street parking and has picnic areas and facilities.
The course takes in the entire circumference of Lake Whatumā, going in a clockwise direction. This mostly flat course, with a 5km stretch of undulations (around the 10-15km mark), provides for a very pleasant and scenic event that continues to attract both local and outside participants.
Enter as an individual, as a group or as a relay team in either the walking or running sections for either the Half Marathon or 10km options.
Teams compete as a relay, each completing one or more sections of the course. Max 4 people.
***All entrants are required to check-in on arrival.***
Pricing
CORPORATE RELAY TEAM - Half Marathon option only
Corporate Relay Team WALK or RUN, Half Marathon only
- Corporate teams MUST be comprised of 4 members
- Each member is to complete one 5km or 6km section each as part of a relay
- 3 out of four members MUST be employees of the same workplace
- Team must be registered in the CORPORATE category to be eligible for corporate prizes and draws
- Teams are encouraged to dress-up or wear workplace apparel
SOCIAL RELAY TEAM - 10km or Half Marathon options
Social Relay Team WALK or RUN, 10km or Half Marathon options
- Social teams can be comprised of a minimum of 2 and maximum of 4 members
- Each member is to complete one 5km or 6km section each as part of a relay
- Team must be registered in the SOCIAL category to be eligible for social prizes and draws
- Teams are encouraged to dress-up or wear workplace apparel
FIRST 100 ENTRIES* are eligible to receive 1 of 20 FREE event t-shirts
The FIRST 100 ENTRIES* go in the draw to win one of 20 FREE event t-shirts. If you are one of the lucky winners and you have already purchased a t-shirt, we will refund you. *All entries except for youth are eligible for free event t-shirt.
Adult T-Shirt $30 | Kids T-Shirt $28
- Last date to order is Thursday 29 August.
- T-shirt sizes will be ordered as per your registration details and cannot be exchanged.
- Pick up t-shirt at the venue on event day.
T-Shirt Features
- Navy and Lime
- New Unisex Adults Elite Sports Tee Shirt.
- Short Sleeve, Round Neck Sports Tee With Reflective Feature.
- 100% Breezeway Polyester Mini HoneyComb Fabric, Cool And Comfortable Light Weight Fabric.
- 145Gsm With Anti Bacterial Coating.
Click here for adults sizing. https://www.pnwonline.co.nz/Product/ProductDetail/CT1439?search=ct1439
Click here for kids sizing. https://www.pnwonline.co.nz/Product/ProductDetail/CT1493?search=elite
Schedule
HALF MARATHON RUNNERS - This start time allows for 2.5 hours to complete the course prior to prize giving commencing at 12.30pm. Should you (or your team) require more time please contact the Admin Team prior to event day to request an early start with the first wave at 8.30am.
Course Map
Contact information
- Event contact
- Hatuma Half Marathon
- Phone
- +64 27 342 6071
- Website
- Visit website