ADRA Charity Run, New Zealand

This is my first time entering a run, can I enter?
Yes, you are more than welcome. The ADRA Charity Run is not only for experienced runners but also for anyone who wants to come along and support a good cause.

Do I need training to enter this event?
Not necessarily, however some training is recommended.

Can I walk the course, rather than run?
Absolutely. Please keep in mind other people on the course and keep to the left …

Am I allowed to push a child along in a pram?
Yes, but please keep in mind other people on the course and at the start line please start at the back of the chute.

Can a team enter?
Yes. Teams consist of 8 or more entrants - all team members must register under the same team name on the entry form. Team members need not be dressed alike, however it’s a great way to promote your cause and have some fun!

Is there any age limits?
The Half Marathon has a minimum age of 15 years old.
For the 5km & 10km event anyone under the age of 12 years must be accompanied by an adult.

How do I enter?
There are two ways to enter: online entry form or postal entry form. If you require a postal entry form to be posted out to you, please call 09 263 1261.

When do entries close?
Each location has a ‘standard entries close’ date advertised on their details page. Entries are still accepted after this date (until the races reach full capacity) but will incur $10 late fee.

Can I register on the race day?
Yes, on-the-day entries will be accepted at the Registration Tent provided there is still places available. The $10 late fee will apply. Please ensure you register at least 45 minutes prior to your event start.

Can I cancel or transfer to a different race category after I have entered?
Cancellations and transfers will incur an administration fee of $10, so please consider this when entering to avoid additional cost.

When will I receive my race information pack?
Race packs are sent out 7-10 days before race day.

Can I download the race pack information in the meantime?
Click here to download the race information packs.

What is in the race information pack?
Race packs contain race number, and race pack information you will need to read before the morning of race day.

How do I get pack if I register late?
Entries received less that 10 working days before race day need to collect their packs 45 minutes prior to their event on race day.

Course and Safety
The course is marked on the map and is well marked, and marshaled, including drink stations every 2.5km. Endosport Performance drinks will be available from the 10 - 21km mark and at the Finish Line.

In 8 years, the Run has raised over $200,000! This year the goal is to raise $45,000. The money raised goes to disaster relief and community development.

How can I get involved?
As part of a community effort to helping change the world, you can get involved simply by asking friends to sponsor your efforts. With the click of a button you can create your personalised online fundraising page and then email it to your friends, family and collegues. Or you can download a Sponsorship Form here.

Most people are willing to support a friend in a good cause. People want to know that their money is going to be spent wisely, and that you’re going to sweat it out to earn it! Being sure of both, ask around and raise your sponsorship goal.

Did you know… every $1 you raise becomes $5, as the NZ Government matches every $1 with a further $4!

Can I issue my sponsors with a tax deductible receipts?
All donations given to ADRA NZ are tax-deductible. All online donations are automatically receipted. If you are need a receipt book, contact us and we can post one to you. The receipt stubs and unused portion must be handed in at the Registration tent on the day

How do I give the money in?
Online donations are made directly into our account. For all other donations simply collect it and bank it into the specified bank account before Race day so we can include your total in the big announcement at the event! Please remember to hand in your tallied sponsor form/s on the day at the Registration Tent.

Performance Trophies and Medals
Male and female winners will be awarded trophies. All Half Marathon finishers will receive the ADRA Half Marathon Medal.