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COVID-19 UPDATE - MONDAY 21st September 2020

With confirmation from today's Government announcement that the majority of Mew Zealand will reduce down to Alert Level 1 tonight at 11.59pm the committee can confirm that the HATUMA HALF MARATHON 2020  will be going ahead!!

Remember online EARLY BIRD registrations are open until THURSDAY 11.59pm
LIMITED registrations will be taken on the day from 7am however to avoid dissapointment  |
make sure you get your registration completed before Thursday!!

TUESDAY 22nd September ORGANISING COMMITTEE UPDATE:

Although the Committee is excited to be able to host the 2020 event under AL1 conditions,
unfortunately Auckland and those within the region still remain in AL2.

It was our continued hope to have been able to welcome everyone and anyone to take part in the event in 2020, however
after gaining further clarification about Auckland AL2 guidelines the Committee have made the decision that
participants from the Auckland region will not be able to take part in this year's event. 

The guidelines are clear and state that while Aucklanders are able to travel under AL2, they are encouraged to behave as if they’re taking their extra restrictions with them and are currently advised to avoid gatherings of more than 100 people, unless attending a funeral or tangihanga.

We understand the months of hard work and training that go into planning and preparing for an event,
no matter the distance and do not make this decision lightly or without regret, but ask for your understanding in this.  

We will be contacting our pre-registered Auckland competitors to offer a refund or credit for the 2021 event.  
 

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For guidance on the current Government Alert Levels or access to
Covid-19 information, resources or support visit: www.covid19.govt.nz 

 Any questions please contact our Admin Team at: [email protected] 

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Into it's 4th decade now and still going strong, the Hatuma Half Marathon is still very much a highlight on the local sporting calendar.  From humble beginnings back in 1980 when 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 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 or as a social team in either the walking or running sections for either the Half Marathon or 10km options. 
All entrants are required to check-in on arrival.  (Teams compete as a relay, each completing one or more sections of the course. Max 4 people)

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NEW in 2020 - Half Marathon CORPORATE TEAM sections!!   





Half Marathon Corporate Team Walk or Half Marathon Corporate Team Run

• Corporate teams MUST be comprised of 4 members each completing 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 section to be eligible for corporate prizes and draws
• Teams encouraged to dress-up or wear workplace apparel

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FIRST 100 ENTRIES* are eligible to receive a FREE Event TEE 
(*STANDARD Entries only - special YOUTH rate not eligible)
After this time event tees will be made available for purchase - just add to your shopping cart when completing your online entry.
Last date to order - August 30th. (T-shirt pick up at the venue on event day) 

 

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MARAEFIT SANCTIONED

Individuals that participate in an activity that is MaraeFit sanctioned can choose to koha points to a Kahungunu Marae.  The Marae with the most points at the end of the series is awarded ‘The Most Active Marae in Kahungunu’.  This kaupapa is open to all entrants of all ages.

​​​​​​How It Works:

• Look for events with the MaraeFit Sanctioned log .
• When registering for the event, name the marae you are representing or wish to koha your points to on the registration form.
• The more events/workshops you participate in, the more points you will earn for your marae.
• You can only support one marae per event/workshop.

To find out more about MaraeFit click here

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TIMING

HALF MARATHON RUNNERS - Please note that 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.

PRIZE GIVING & HOSPITALITY 
Prize giving will be held at approximately 12.30pm inside the hospitality zone. 

First and second place-getters for ALL sections, will be acknowledged.
PLUS lots of giveaways and spot prizes including our Major Spot Prize draw - TBC, more info coming soon!!
 

The major spot prize draw is available to all entrants. Numbers will be randomly drawn from a finishers list provided by the Timing Team. You must then be present at prize giving to claim a prize. In the event of a no-show, the prize will be redrawn

Food and refreshments will be available to purchase from various stalls showcasing tantalizing local CHB products and produce throughout the day including barista coffee, BBQ and sweet treats.  
More information will be shared on our Facebook page in the lead up to the event as vendors are confirmed.

TRANSPORT 
Hatuma Lime Fleet vehicles are roaming the course and are available to transport team members between transition points. Team members, spectators and support crew are encouraged to use this event transport to help reduce the traffic flow around the course. 

Additional buses will be used to transport 10km participants (only) to their official start line at 9.30am.

BAG DROP
There will be a Bag Drop service available at the 'New Registrations' room at the Racecourse and the 10km start line. All items (eg. clothing and keys) must be stored safely within a sealed bag or backpack. Please ensure your bag is clearly labeled with your Race Bib # (tags available on the day) before you drop it off at the designated bag drop areas.

Clothing or gear can also be left (tags available) at any aid station point on the course and will be returned to the venue for collection upon your return. 

PICK UP POINT - The 'New Registrations' room at the racecourse after your race, please have your race bib with you for easy identification. 
(Any unclaimed gear will be kept for 5 days, if still unclaimed it will then be donated to Charity)

COURSE MAP

EXTREME WEATHER 
The event will be on rain or shine.  However, if the weather is EXCEPTIONALLY horrendous immediate notification will posted on the Hatuma Lime Company Facebook page, followed by updates on Central FM.  Listen to 99.4, 105.2 or 106.0 – NO POSTPONEMENT DATE

HEALTH & SAFETY BASICS

•  The majority of the course is on-road with the following exceptions:
  § Takapau Rd /SH 2 (3rd Leg) all participants MUST run on the footpath (approx.1.8km)
  § Entry/exit chute at the Racecourse (approx. 100m) - Compacted limestone 
                                                                  
• ALL ROADS ARE OPEN to normal traffic. There will be NO ROAD CLOSURES during the entirety of the event, and as such, participants will be sharing the road with other road users and LTNZ Road Rules apply at all times.
• An approved Traffic Management Plan will be in place for the entirety of the course, however participants MUST continue to be aware and take precautions to keep themselves safe at all times.  
• Headphones and personal music devices are discouraged. However should you choose wear headphones please ensure that you are able to still hear marshals and be aware of people and vehicles around you.
• Participants are to walk or run on the right hand side of the road at all times ie. in view of oncoming traffic, staying as close to the side of the road as possible or use footpaths were available and do not block lanes by walking more than two abreast
• Spectator vehicles are not to follow behind or beside participants as this is extremely dangerous for not only the participants but also all other road users.  There are Hatuma Lime Fleet vehicles available for transporting competitors to the transition points.  We encourage teams to use this service and spectators too (free of charge), however participants do obviously take priority.
• NO DOGS or other animals allowed at the event venue or to accompany participants out on the course during the event.  
• NO CYCLISTS are to accompany participants out on course
• Be courteous to your fellow participants at all times
• Please obey instructions from race officials, volunteers and traffic management at all times
• If you have to withdraw from the race please make your way to the next Aid Station and inform the race officials. If you are unable to continue due to a medical emergency, please ask your fellow competitors to inform the next visible race official or volunteer who will be able to inform medical services of your location.
• If for any reason you are unable to complete the course you MUST return to the racecourse and report to the Timing Team at the finish line.

REFUNDS - TRANSFERS - CHANGES