Race Information

Marathon Tyres Half Marathon ( 21.1km) - 7.00am.
Starting from Newcastle Harbour, running to the 10km start to Dixon Park and back. The Half Marathon starts at Shortland Lawns opposite Newcastle Harbour and runs the reverse 10km. Note the additional 550m (out and back) will be achieved at the start of the event on Newcastle Foreshore, to avoid crowds at the Bar beach end. The turn point will therefore be the start of the 10km at Bar Beach. Park at Nobby's or Horeshoe Beach Car Parks via Watt St Roundabout. You will not be able to leave these parks until 10.15am.

This new 5km event event will start from the 5km mark of the certified 10km course which just happens to be on Fort drive on the eastern side of Fort Scratchley. The event will start between the half marathon and 10km event and will give 5km runners a clean run at the 5km Foreshore course. Registration will be from the Shortland Lawns race compound.

The Newcastle Herald 10km - 8.30am.
Note: A road closure will be in force from 6am from Bar Bar Beach Avenue to Kilgour Avenue. The 10km starts from Empire Park along Memorial Drive at Bar Beach just past the Cooks Hill Surf Club and finishes on Shortland Lawns opposite Newcastle Harbour. Parking at the top car park at Bar Beach off Memorial Drive or park at the finish and catch a bus to the start line. Buses supplied from 6.30am from Customs House on Watt St. Last Bus at 7.45am.

2K4Kids - 10.30am.
This year we are again looking after your future fun runners with the 2k4Kids event. This race is designed to give little people some big fun (namely those children not up to the longer run or walk distances). This event will be a 2km run around the Shortland Lawns with great access for family and friends to cheer the children along. This event will not be timed and no places will be given. All children will however receive a race number, free shirt (if entered by the cut off) and downloadable certificate. For small children we are happy for parents or carers to run with the children, however anyone entering the course must sign a race declaration. Parents running in the main events will have time to finish and watch their children compete.

Race Kit collection and late entries - Saturday 6th April 2013

Race kits and t'shirts for all events can be collected at the "Registraitons" tent, which is located at Shortland Lawns only, (off Wharf Road, Newcastle) from 1.00-5.00 pm. Late entries can also be accepted for all races. WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND YOU PICK UP YOUR RACE KITS ON SATURDAY.

Race Kit collection and late entries - Sunday 7th April 2013

Race Day! Late entries, race kit, and early bird entry t'shirt collection will be from the starting point for your race. ALTHOUGH WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND YOU PICK UP YOUR RACE KITS ON SATURDAY.

The Course - will be certified as correct see map HERE

Running past or through some of Newcastle's most famous icons the course is arguably one of the most scenic fun run courses in Australia.The course will pass by Bar Beach, Stzelecki Lookout, King Edward Park, Newcastle and Nobby's Beaches, Fort Scratchley (running past the Fort), Nobby's Lighthouse and Break wall and the Newcastle Foreshore. This year the course will extend along Wharf Rd (past Watt St) and turn just past Queens Wharf. This will make up for not running into the Fort and also avoid the last 400m on the grass.

The Marathon Tyres Half Marathon course will be an out and back version of the 10km. Note the additional 550m (out and back) will be achieved at the start of the event on Newcastle Foreshore and Honeysuckle, to avoid crowds at the Bar Beach end. The turn point will therefore be the start of the 10km at Bar Beach.

Flyer over of the course 10km course

New event option - Newcastle Fort5

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On-line entry Fees

Early Bird entries will be applicable until 25March 2013 and receive a souvenir race t'shirt.
Entries received after 25 March 2013 will pay the full fee.

New pricing for 5km event - Adults $30 and child $25

Race	Age Group	By 25 March 2013	After 25 March 2013
2K4Kids	Children to 17	$22.00	$25.00
5km run/walk	Adult	$30	$40
5km run/walk	Child	$25	$35
10km Run	Adult	$40.00	$50.00
10km Run	Children 12-17	$25.00	$35.00
10km Walk	Adult	$40.00	$50.00
10km Walk	Children 8-17	$20.00	$30.00
Half Marathon	Adult	$65.00	$75.00

On-line Entry Payment Options

To enter the event go to the Enter Now tab above and then click the Enter all Running Events tab. This will take you to a secure entry system where you can chose your event and pay on line with a MASTERCARD or VISA. You will need to have an email address to receive your confirmation of entry. Please be careful to enter the email address correctly or the confirmation will not reach you.

When entering you will be asked if you are:

1. an individual wanting to enter - This is for individuals that are NOT part of a larger staff or group of individuals who are representing a business or group.

2. wanting to join an existing team - This is for anyone who is aware someone from their organisation has set up a team entry group. Just join the team by following the prompts.

3. wanting to create a new group team - This is anyone who wants to create a team that other people can enter like a business or club/group. This can be 'pay as you go' or also be paid in bulk by the team manager. See below:

With approval from the event manager we can also set up a system that allows staff or associates you wish to pay for to enter on line without paying directly. This managed teams system will allow you to give a password to anyone you wish to enter. They simply enter the password and can enter without paying. This means no collecting entry forms. The Team Manager must confirm the entries and then pay via card or account before the entries can be confirmed as accepted.

Contact the event manager for details of this process on admin@hevents.com.au

Race Categories

Adult entrants will automatically be assigned to their respective age categories when entering their date of birth during the entry process. Ages are as on race day 7 April 2013. Age categories are as follows: 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 and 70+.

Only children aged 12 years or older can be entered in the 10km run. Children over 8 years can enter the walk, however all children under 12 years should be accompanied by an adult walker. Strollers are allowable in the walk however should start at the rear of the pack. Children must enter into following age categories: 8-11(walk only), 12-13, 14-15 and 16-17.

Note: Special consideration will be given to experienced runners under 12 years of age. Please contact us for details on 02 49348138.

Other Important Information

Race Timing

Blitz Sports Timing will be timing the event with the world famous IPICO timing system. Computer timing chips will be distributed to each competitor. You must wear the chip on your shoe. It must be laced into the shoe. Please remember NO CHIP equals NO RESULT. Interim times will be available soon after the last competitor is finished.

Race Presentation

The race presentation will be held at approximately 11.30am at the Race Compound.

Left Bag transport/security

For 10km competitors a ‘left baggage’ area will be available on Sunday at the race start and gear will be transported to the finish line. A secure bag area will be provided at the Start/Finish area for the Half Marathon.

Getting there and Parking

Limited race day parking will be available in the Empire Park and Bar Beach Car Park. Additional parking is also available opposite the Merewether Surf Club and around Merewether Baths, off John Parade. Please do not park in driveways and respect the Sunday sleep-in by keeping noise to a minimum. Participants in the 10km race are advised to park their car at the finish area and catch the free courtesy buses from the finish on the harbour to the 10km start at Bar Beach.
Buses leave Customs House from the harbour end of Watt Street from 6.30am- 7.45am.

Spectators

There is no shortage of things to do in and around the Race Compound while waiting for runners to finish. There will be food and drinks available, amusement rides and live music. So bring the crew to cheer you along!

Aid Stations

Will be situated no more than 2.5km apart. Water will be available on every station. Fruit and electrolyte drinks will be available at the end of the race and on the selected stations for Half Marathon competitors.

First Aid

Medical personnel will be available at the start, on the course and finish Race compound.

Prizes

Medals will be awarded to 1^st, 2^nd, and 3^rd prizes in all age categories except the 10k walk category (which is a participation only category). Competitors in the 10km walk will receive a time but no prizes will be allocated. Overall Male and Female winners are also awarded Trophies. Random draws or participant race numbers will take place during all presentations with great prizes awarded!

Wheel Chair Participants

H Events welcomes all participants, and encourages active particpation by all individuals in sports events. Unfortunately due to the various uneven surfaces a specific wheel chair race or category is not possible. We are happy to look at individual circumstances, and will endeavour to provide a suitably challenging course for competitors with special needs. Please contact us directly if you have any concerns or queries.

Volunteers

The event requires over 100 race crew from local Surf Life Saving Clubs. They will be assisted on the roads by our team of Accredited Traffic controllers from C.R.E.S.T. All organisations will be the recipients of donations for work with their projects. If you are interested in helping out, contact us at admin@hevents.com.au and we will put you in touch with the volunteer coordinator.

Accommodation

If you are looking to stay overnight and haven’t already booked you are best to contact the Newcastle Visitor Information Centre on 02 4974 2999 or www.visitnewcastle.com.au

Results

Results were available at the event compound and presentation on race day. They will be published in the Newcastle Herald on Tuesday 9 April and available on line later that day.