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Half Marathons in New Zealand 2026–27: Complete List by Month and Region
Half Marathons in New Zealand 2026–27: Complete List by Month and Region

Every half marathon on the NZ Running calendar from October 2026 to...

RunningOctober 15, 2026
Half Marathon Training Plan: 12 Weeks to Your NZ Summer Race
Half Marathon Training Plan: 12 Weeks to Your NZ Summer Race

A free 12-week half marathon training plan for New Zealand runners: three...

RunningOctober 15, 2026
Trail Running in New Zealand: A Beginner’s Guide
Trail Running in New Zealand: A Beginner’s Guide

At some point, every road runner looks sideways at a dirt track...

Trail runningFebruary 12, 2026
The Best Running Routes in Auckland (2026)
The Best Running Routes in Auckland (2026)

Auckland isn’t a city that was designed for running. The hills are...

RunningFebruary 12, 2026
From the Couch to 5K: A New Zealand Beginner’s Guide to Starting Running
From the Couch to 5K: A New Zealand Beginner’s Guide to Starting Running

Last reviewed: September 2026. Couch to 5K takes most people 9 weeks,...

RunningFebruary 12, 2026
Auckland Joins the Runaway Marathon Series
Auckland Joins the Runaway Marathon Series

Auckland Marathon Becomes Fifth Event in the Runaway Marathon Series Big news...

RunningJanuary 29, 2026

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A Complete Guide to parkrun in New Zealand
A Complete Guide to parkrun in New Zealand

Every Saturday morning at 8am, thousands of New Zealanders lace up their...

RunningApril 1, 2025
Upcoming NZ Running Events: Marathons, Ultramarathons, Trails, and Fun Runs (2025–2026)
Upcoming NZ Running Events: Marathons, Ultramarathons, Trails, and Fun Runs (2025–2026)

Ultimate Guide to NZ Running Events: Marathons, Ultramarathons, Trails & Fun Runs...

RunningMarch 31, 2025
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