Harcourts Cooper & Co Run the Point
Hobsonville Point Park
Smash
Summer
Fitness
Welcome to Harcourts Cooper & Co Run the Point … your chance to run or walk amongst the amazing new developments and superb trails of Hobsonville Point. If you haven’t yet been out to visit this stunning new development then you’re missing out.
Event distances go from the "main event" 10K Classic, the more achievable 5k Fun Run & Walk and right up to the 15k run. All courses feature the "classic" Hobsonville Point 5km loop which is almost entirely on hard packed trails, boardwalk and concrete utility path. Where we do use the road, you'll be running down the centre line - not on the footpath - as most roads used are closed to traffic. For our junior athletes, the 2k Kids Dash is a thrilling run up and down De Havilland Rd before blasting into the finish line.
We take our finisher medals seriously
The team at Running Events take the task of creating the best finisher medals in New Zealand very seriously. We want every single person who crosses the finish line and smashes their fitness goals to take home a beautiful moment of a great day out and an awesome goal acheived.
Stay tuned for this year's medal design!
Event Venue & Course
Our event base for Harcourts Cooper & Co Run the Point is Hobsonville Point Park, a dedicated facility right in the heart of the community and overlooked by local residents. Plentiful parking is available nearby, just allow an extra 10 minutes to walk to the venue.
Trade Up To North Shore Run Series
Run the Point is Race Two of the Harcourts Cooper & Co North Shore Run Series, four amazing events at four great North Shore locations. The series is spread right throughout summer and offers a fantastic fitness goal for the warmer months. Make this your fittest summer ever and trade up to North Shore Series Pass. Find out more at North Shore Run Series.
Earn That Medal!
All finishers in all events will receive an exclusive Harcourts Cooper & Co Run the Point finisher medal … a collector's item and a great token of a goal achieved!
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Important! Please familiarise yourself with our T&Cs (see below) prior to registering.
2023 RUN THE POINT IS SOLD OUT
We are unable to accept further entry for the 2023 event. There is no waitlist and no race day entry will be available. Thank you for your support - if you missed out in 2023, please sign up early and join us in 2024!
IMPORTANT
When entering one of our events, you will be required to accept our Waiver, which includes vitally important information we do not want you to miss. Above all else, you must acknowledge that your registration is non-refundable and cannot be deferred to a later edition of this event or transferred to another event (read our Refunds & Deferrals Statement). To be fair and equitable to all - we will not deviate from this position under any circumstances. You will also be acknowledging our Participation & Competition Rules including the important stipulation that - in all disputes - the Race Director's decision shall be final.
References:
- Age restrictions are calculated using the participant's age on race day.
Please also note:
- All amounts are in NZD and inclusive of GST. You will be directed to our secure online payment partner, Windcave, to complete your payment. All payments over $100 are eligible to use our "FlexiREV" facility to split your payment into 4 fortnightly installments (5% service fee applies).
Race Options
From 2k to 15k, There's a Race Option For Everyone
The 15km Run is the ultimate challenge at Run the Point. 15k'ers takes in three laps of the classic 5km Hobsonville Point loop track. At the end of your first and second laps, you'll be directed back down De Havilland Rd and under the start arch to begin your next lap. Onya!
START: De Havilland Rd
FINISH: Hobsonville Point Park
The flat and fast 10k Classic course comprises two laps of the classic 5km Hobsonville Point loop track. At the end of your first lap, you'll be directed back down De Havilland Rd and under the start arch to begin your final lap. Next time around, carry straight on into Hobsonville Point Park to the finish line. You made it!
START: De Havilland Rd
FINISH: Hobsonville Point Park
The Hobsonville Point 5k course is a renowned loop of this awesome new peninsula development and takes place almost entirely on hard packed trail, boardwalk and concrete utility path. The trail features stunning elevated footbridges, native bush and wide harbour views throughout. Don't miss it!
START: De Havilland Rd
FINISH: Hobsonville Point Park
Feel the thunder! The kids course starts under the big start arch with a thrilling run down fully closed De Haviland Rd before heading along the Hobsonville Point pathway to the 1km tunaround on one of the two sweeping elevated pedestrian bridges. Turnaround here and hit high burn all the way back to the finish. And what do you get when you make it back to that finish line? That's right ... your awesome finisher medal!
START: De Havilland Rd
FINISH: Hobsonville Point Park
Info Centre
Everything You Need to Know About Run the Point
Race Schedule
Don't get caught at the finish line when you should be at the start line. Here is the full run down of what's happening where and when, including those all important start times ....
Race Number Collection
Race Numbers must be collected from the race site Registration tent; Saturday 2pm-4pm and Sunday/Race Day from 6:30am.
Merit Awards
We have beautiful glass trophies to award to the top finishers in each race. Check out the full list on offer and - if you plan on competing hard for these - ensure you are familiar with our competition rules ....
Race Number & Timing Tag
A valid race number (with timing tag on the reverse) must be worn on the front of your shirt whenever taking part in any of our events. Find out what it looks like, how to attach it and when you will receive it here ....
Aid Stations
An aid station is placed near the half way mark of the 10k course (Bear Park) and another, for 15k competitors) near the finish line. Check out the course maps in the Race Options section for exact locations ....
Finisher Medal
Every finisher - no matter the distance - will receive a beautiful Run the Point finisher medal. Wear it loud and proud - you earned it! Check out last year's medal below ...
Traffic Management
The safe and successful operation of the event requires some Traffic Management measures to be in place. Running Events are extremely grateful to Auckland Council, Auckland Transport and local residents for their cooperation ....
Parking & Transport
The best parking for Run the Point is in the many streets around the venue. Further afield, there are car parks along Bomb Point Rd and Catalina Bay Dr, but it's unlikely you will need them ....
Cut-Off Times
Whilst we want to see every single person make it to the finish line and smash their fitness goals, the need to open roads, free up resources and release race marshals all require definite cut-off times to be implemented. Read about them here ...
Walkers
Walkers are made very welcome at all of our events and will often be 10% of the total field. Check out our walking guidelines with info on how to register as a walker and the competition rules ....
Safety
The safety of our participants, crew and the public is our number one concern. First, last and always. Find out more about our safety procedures and what to expect at our events here ...
Virtual Events
Can't make it to the event? You can still take part - and earn that all-important finisher medal - by completing the event virtually and uploading your finish time. Find our more about how this works on our dedicated info page ...
iTab Medal Insert
Immortalise your achievement with an iTab medal insert. iTab is a self-adhesive plate, accurately cut for the recess on the back of your medal. It is delivered direct to your home and shows your name, distance and time ....
Past Events
Run the Point has had a varied life already. Here's what we've achieved so far.
Results
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Event Recaps
Check out photo galleries, videos, medal designs from previous events.