Wellington, North Island (New Zealand) - "Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Marathon". The Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Marathon has been the Capital City’s favourite footrace for more almost four decades. Based at the famous Sky Stadium, the flat, scenic, and supportive route around Wellington's spectacular waterfront creates an occasion for all ages and abilities with the Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, and Kids Magic Mile. Some 4000 runners and walkers from more than a dozen countries line up for this great annual occasion. But don't take our word for it—find out for yourself. Enter now! www.wellingtonmarathon.co.nz

Christchurch (New Zealand) - "McLeans Forest Run". Explore McLeans Forest with the inaugural McLeans Forest Run, a brand-new event series set in the heart of the Waimakariri River Regional Park. This special anniversary event invites runners of all abilities to experience the forest in a whole new way, with a choice of three distances designed to suit everyone from first timers to seasoned runners. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or simply enjoying time on the trails, the event offers a scenic, well-supported course and a chance to be part of a milestone moment in this unique riverside park. The course routes take in a mix of existing established walking tracks, gravel park and mixed-use walking cycling tracks. There will be a 1.6km section of grassed track on the half marathon and 10km courses.