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nib Marathon

Run for the first time in 2019, and sponsored this year by nib insurance, this is a full measured marathon. Said by many to be the toughest, but also the friendliest and most scenic marathon in NZ.

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25K Event

For the fitter among us, the 25K run is our signature event. Running from Orapiu wharf to Matiatia wharf, the course is hilly, particularly at the start, but that adds to the challenge of this longstanding favourite.

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12K & 5K Events

The 12K course from Onetangi to Matiatia is the most popular event among adults, while the 5K course from Surfdale is the most popular for our younger athletes.

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Kids Dash

The Kids Dash is a special race just for the children. Entry is just $5.

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Community Support

Volunteer and community groups from across Waiheke benefit from the funds raised by this event. We even have a prize for the best dressed aid station.

Spot Prizes

This year we have two major Spot Prizes that will be drawn at the finish line celebration.

Spot Prize 1 (value $1000)

* Dinner for 2 at Mudbrick restaurant
* 2 nights at Onetangi Beach Apartments
* Gift basket of local produce

Spot Prize 2 (value $1000)

* $1000 cash from Gulf Accountants

Best dressed team (entrants): $200
Best dressed person (entrants): $100
Best instagram post (anyone): $100
Other spot prizes include ferry tickets and family passes.

Spot prizes to be drawn from the spot prize barrell at event prizegiving – you have to be there to win!

Finish line entertainment at Matiatia

This year we have a line up of 3 stella DJs who will be familiar to listeners of George FM and radio BFM.

Bevan Keys

Auckland DJ from the 1980s onwards. Half of platinum selling Nice ‘n’ Urlich CD series, compiler of the Key to The Groove compilation series and host, since 2001, of the 4 hour Friday morning show of the same name on Auckland’s George FM

Jay Jeffrey

DJ Geez

Discounted ferry tickets

Fullers offer Discounted ferry tickets to all participants.

25k event
The Fullers Special charter sailing will depart Auckland early on the morning of the event, stopping at Matiatia to pick up Waiheke based competitors, then travel on to Orapiu. Discounted fares are available.

nib Marathon, 12Km or 5km event
Fullers offer discounts on normal scheduled sailings, with tickets valid from the Friday before the event, until the Monday after the event.