About Run Albany
The final race of the North Shore Run Series is at Albany Lakes Civic Park
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. Run the Point features a 5km loop course for adults which hugs the coastal trail around the peninsula, under the watchful eye of the mighty Greenhithe Bridge. The course is flat and fast and distance options are 5k, 10k or 15k for runners and 5k or 10k for walkers. A shorter 2km course is available for the kids. Every finisher of Run the Point receives a beautiful commemorative finisher medal.
Catalina Bay – Summer in the City
Catalina Bay is our race base for Run the Point and features the amazing Little Creatures brewery bar in the redeveloped aircraft hanger. The ferry wharf is close by. Its a fabulous place to spend a Sunday lunchtime and there is no better way to round off your exertions by settling down for a drink – non-alocoholic is available too! – and a slap up lunch. The nearby Catalina Bay Farmers Markets are a must see too.
Important! Due to scheduled redevelopment work on the main wharf car park area, the 2020 event is currently scheduled to take place at Hobsonville Point Park. Should the wharf be available on race weekend, that’s where we’ll be! Check out the facebook page for the latest announcements.
Race Two of the Harcourts Cooper & Co. North Shore Run Series
Run the Point is race two of the Harcourts Cooper & Co North Shore Run Series. Formerly known as the Albany Lakes Summer Series, we’ve changed things up in 2020 by taking the North Shore’s favourite summer run series “on the road”. The series features three outstanding location events around Auckland’s north, but – just as Albany Lakes before – you can accumulate points at each race towards the overall North Shore Run Series championship. Unlike the Albany series, however, each individual event stands alone and will include a unique finisher medal . Collect all three finisher medals in the series and we’ll throw in a “Series Slam” medal which the three individual medals fit inside. Bonus!
Enter Now
Let’s do this! Sign up for Harcourts Cooper & Co Run Albany here …
Entry Fees
Run Albany 5/10/15k
- Until 12 Jan | fee info^
- Free visor!^
- Stunning finisher medal!^
- No age restrictions
Race Information
A comprehensive guide to Run the Point.
Sponsors
Race Guide
The Race Guide is a comprehensive document in PDF format which you can download and store on your smart device – or go old school and print it out. It contains a summary of all the important information to make sure you get the most out of your event experience.
Important Dates
| Date | Details |
|---|---|
| 04 Jun 2019 | North Shore Run – Series Pass registration opens |
| 15 Sep 2019 | Series Pass – super-earlybird rates expire |
| 21 Oct 2019 | Run the Point single race entry opens |
| 10 Nov 2019 | Series Pass earlybird rates expire |
| 01 Dec 2019 | Last chance for Christmas delivery of Series Race Packs! |
| 15 Dec 2019 | Run the Point earlybird rates expire. |
| 17 Feb 2020 | Race Week entry rates apply for Series Pass and Race One |
| 23 Feb 2020 | Race Day! |
Race Day Schedule
| Date | What’s Happening |
|---|---|
| 6:30am | Late entry & race day registration Opens |
| 7:45am | Compulsory race briefing – 5km / 10km / 15km |
| 8:00am | RACE START 5km/10km/15km Runners |
| 8:03am | RACE START 5km/10km Walk |
| 8:10am | Kids’ 2km Dash race-pack pick up and late entry |
| 9:15am | Kids’ 2km Dash race briefing – compulsory for kids & parents |
| 9:20am | Kids’ 2km Dash warm up |
| 9:30am | RACE START Kids’ 2km Dash |
| 9:50am | Last finishers (approx) |
| 10:00am | Awards Ceremony & Spot Prizes |
| 10:30am (approx) | Event close |
Event T-shirt
All Series Pass entrants into the North Shore Run Series will receive a fantastic dry fit tee to mark their participation. The t-shirt features the race logo with title sponsor Harcourts Cooper & Co. as well as a the race name down each side. A great shirt for running in, you’re sure to get more than a few envious stares at the gym. Your t-shirt will be included in your race pack along with your bib and timing chip. You don’t have to wear it on race day … but loads of people do!
Important! All of our t-shirts are produced months in advance of the event and quantities and sizes are strictly limited. Please register early to secure your chosen size – once they’re gone, they’re gone!
Unisex
| Small | Medium | Large | X-Large | 2X-Large | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chest (cm) | 50 | 53 | 56 | 60 | 64 |
| Length (cm) | 74 | 76 | 78 | 80 | 82 |
Womens
| 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chest (cm) | 45 | 47 | 49 | 51 | 54 | 57 |
| Length (cm) | 62 | 64 | 66 | 68 | 70 | 72 |
Important! Compare the chest measurement with a favourite t-shirt to be sure of your sizing. Our measurements are taken with the t-shirt laid on a flat surfaces. The length measurement is taken from the top of the neckline to the bottom of the shirt. The Chest measurement is taken from armpit to armpit.
Race Number
It is a requirement of your participation in the event that you wear your race number on the front of your shirt at all times whilst taking part. Your number should be secured to your shirt by a safety pin in each corner (if you don’t have any, come to the Registration desk on race morning). Your electronic timing tag is attached to the back of your race number so be careful not to crease, crush or puncture it.
Pimp Your Bib!
When you register, you will have the opportunity to select a nickname to print on your race number. Feel free to be creative – but please keep it clean folks! If you don’t select a nickname, your first name will be printed instead. If you prefer to fly under the radar – or you want to get creative with a sharpie – just put a full stop in the nickname field and we will leave it blank.
Important! Series Pass entrants keep their race number for all three series events. Don’t lose it! Replacement numbers are $10.
Important! All Series Pass race numbers will be sent by courier along with your event T-Shirt and other items. All single race numbers must be collected at the race venue during the pre-race or race day registration sessions.
Important! Please don’t lose your race number. Replacement numbers are $10.
Timing Tag
When you receive your race number, your electronic timing tag will be attached to the back. We are using disposable stick-on timing tags this year. We are sure you will appreciate the convenience of not having to attach a plastic tag to your shoes and then return it at the finish. All you have to remember is to secure your race number to the front of your shirt and you’re all set. Try to avoid holding your arm in front of the number as you cross the finish line (e.g. to turn off your watch) as this can sometimes affect the tag reading. Just wait until a few steps after the timing mat.
Important! There is no need to return your timing tag.
Important! Keep your race number with you when you finish as we will use it to register you in the prize draw for the Awards Ceremony – see below.
Finisher Medal
Everyone who finishes Run the Point– irrespective of distance – will receive an exclusive commemorative Finisher Medal. You can enjoy your medal in its solitary awesomeness, or you can aim to run all three events in the North Shore Run Series and insert your three finisher medals into our Series Slam mega-medal to create a blingfest of almost mind-bending proportions.
Super Slam
Your super-slam medal will be available for collection from the special collection booth after you finish the North Shore Run Series Grand Finale. Just look for signs directing you there. You must present yourself at the Super Slam collection desk and show your race number. Our friendly team will confirm your eligibility and hand over your Super-slam medal.
Important! You must have recorded a finish time – in your own full name and date of birth – in all three events in the North Shore Run Series in the current season to qualify for the super-slam. A list will be available online for you to make sure your name is on the list. If it is not, please use the contact form ASAP. Check our facebook page closer to the event for information.
IF YOUR NAME IS NOT ON THE QUALIFICATION LIST PRIOR TO THE GRAND FINALE – YOU WILL NOT GET A SUPER SLAM MEDAL.
Road Closures
Running Events have requested the following road closures to assist with the safe and enjoyable operation of the Run the Point event.
Important! Running Events are indebted to Auckland Transport for their assistance in helping us provide a safe and enjoyable experience for our participants on race day. We are especially thankful to the residents and road users of Hobsonville Point for their patience and understanding whilst the event takes place.
Parking
With great thanks to RNZN Devonport, we are able to park cars within the race venue at Navy Fields providing there are no major weather events leading up to the race. We are extremely grateful to the Navy for their assistance with this.
Important! All users of the Navy Fields parking area must have their vehicle parked by no later than 7:30am. You will not be able to remove your vehicle until the conclusion of the Kids Dash at 10am. The car park exit will be securely locked during this time and under no circumstances are any vehicles to move whilst the event is taking place. If you need to leave early, please find street parking in the surrounding roads.
Spot Prizes & Merit Awards
Each event in the series will conclude with a prize ceremony where we will give away thousands of dollars of spot prizes, thanks to our wonderful sponsors. Each individual series event will also include a small number of merit awards for the overall winners. The Grand Finale will also include an Awards Ceremony where we will acknowledge some of the excellent performances across the series, as well as crowning the latest group of Shore Legends.
Spot Prizes
We have many wonderful spot prizes to give away including vouchers for Brooks shoes and Garmin Forerunner GPS sports watches. The grand prize is a big screen TV. Remember – you must be present at the prize giving to claim your prize. Only those who scan their timing tags at the spot prize timing point will be eligible to win a prize. The prize draw timing point will be activated approximately 15-20 minutes before the ceremony – listen out for announcements. All you have to do is walk across the timing mat with your race number and you will be registered in the draw. Easy as!
Important! In the event of inclement weather, we may elect to cancel the Awards Ceremony. Listen out for announcements on the PA or check out our Facebook page. If this does happen, all prize winners will be announced on our Facebook page and prizes will be couriered out to them.
Merit Awards
Beautiful glass trophies for Run Devonport winners will be awarded to:
- Overall champion male and female in the following races …
- 5K Run
- 10K Run
- 15K Run
- 5K Walk
- 10K Walk
- Overall champion boy and girl in the 2K Kids’ Dash for …
- Ages 7 & Under
- Ages 8 & Over
In addition to these awards, points are accumulated from each race in the North Shore Run Series and special series points awards will be presented at the Grand Finale. See northshorerunseries.nz for more information.
Information For Walkers
Running Events welcome walkers in all of our events, irrespective of the distance. Walkers routinely make up around 15-20% of the total field. We take the needs of our walkers seriously and have made changes to how our events operate to allow walkers to be appropriately recognised and accommodated. The notes here will help you, as a walker, to get the most from the event and help familiarise you with our setup for walkers.
Important! In the spirit of fair competition, we ask that all competitors adhere strictly to the rules. Competitive Walkers must not run or jog at any time during the event and must maintain contact with the ground at all times.
Should I register in the Walk?
If you plan to walk most of the way but want to have the option to jog or run at any point, you should select the RUN entry category. If you intend to walk throughout the event and want to measure yourself against other walkers, you should choose the Competitive Walk option.
Important! The walking competition is limited to the 5k and 10k races only. If you are registered as a walker and complete the 15k distance, you will be moved into the run category.
Are There Prizes?
Please see the Merit Awards section for details of prizes. To be eligible for awards, walkers must enter in the competitive Walk category, start on the Walk start signal and must only walk during the event.
How Is the Walking Competition Judged?
Unfortunately, we are not able to provide walking judges for our events. Therefore, we rely upon the integrity of those taking part to adhere to the rules of the walking competition and not run or jog at any time. In our experience over the years, we have found that the most common error in the walking competition is where people register as a competitive walker but decide to run on race day. We have worked around this issue by having a dedicated race start for walkers wherever there are Competitive Walk merit prizes at stake.
Important! We do not make judgement calls on disqualifications based on reports from other competitors. Unless advised otherwise by the competitor in question, we trust the integrity of our competitive walkers. In all cases, the Race Director’s decision shall be final.
Event Safety
It is compulsory for all participants to attend, listen to and heed the advice of the safety briefing. Above all else, however, please understand that no roads are closed during the event. You have sole responsibility for your own safety. Do not leave any pavement, cross any road, pass any driveway unless you deem it is safe for you to do so.
Please remind your own spectators that they should not attempt to accompany you in vehicles, bikes or otherwise. They must follow the normal rules of the road to reach vantage points.
Important! A copy of the approved Health & Safety plan is available from Running Events on request.
Course Safety
Remember that other a very small area near the start and finish of the event, all roads are open to the public at all times. Stick to the pavement where one exists and do not cross any intersection unless you have determined to your own satisfaction that it is safe to do so.
Please remember the golden rule … Always give way to vehicles. No matter who has right of way, vehicles always win.
Course & Venue Maps
Know where you’re going … then train to get there. Maps for all race distances and the event venue.
5K / 10K / 15K
Run the Point features an incredible course which is almost all on the new footpaths, boardwalk and trails of Hobsonville Point. Throughout your lap, you will enjoy wide vistas of the upper Waitemata Harbour, the mighty Greenhithe Bridge and the beautifully redeveloped parks of the point. The course is an accurate 5 kilometres and a decision point just before the finish line lets you choose the distance that suits you on the day; 5km, 10km or 15km (the 15km course is intended for runners only). Onya!
Jump to: 5k / 10k / 15k | 2k Kids’ Dash | Venue Map
2km Kids’ Dash
Feel the thunder! The kids will enjoy a flat fast blast around the northern end of the point – mostly on footpath – before turning around to follow the adults back to the finish line. What a great way for the kids to get the running vibe!
Jump to: 5k / 10k / 15k | 2k Kids’ Dash | Venue Map
Venue Map
Important! Due to scheduled redevelopment work on the main wharf car park area at Catalina Bay, the 2020 event is currently scheduled to take place at Hobsonville Point Park. Should the wharf be available on race weekend, that’s where we’ll be! Check out the facebook page for the latest announcements.
Jump to: 5k / 10k / 15k | 2k Kids’ Dash | Venue Map
Past Events
Results, photos, video and more from previous editions of Run Devonport
Results
Video
Video from the 2020 Run Devonport will appear here shortly after the event.
Photo Gallery
Photos from the 2020 Run Devonport will appear here shortly after the event.
Contact Us
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Full details on our Refund & Transfer policy can be found here.
Important: Please do not ask for an exception. Our refund and transfer policy is clearly stated and applied evenly, without exception. We do not make exceptions to this policy under any circumstances whatsoever.
Single Race Registrations
- Your race number will be ready for collection from the Registration Tent at the event venue during the pre-race or race-morning registration sessions. See the event web site INFO section for details.
Series Pass Registrations
- If you registered for an Auckland Half Marathon Series Pass at least 28 days prior to the Devonport Half Marathon, all of your race numbers (for all of the series events) and other materials will be sent to you by courier. You can expect to receive this approximately 7-10 days prior to the Devonport event. If you registered within the final 28 days prior to the Devonport Half Marathon, your race numbers and other materials will be available to collect from the Registration Tent at the Devonport event venue during the pre-race or race-morning registration sessions. See the event web site INFO section for details.
- If you registered for an North Shore Run Series Pass before the early December courier deadline, your race number and other materials will be sent to you by courier. You can expect to receive this approximately 7-10 days prior to Christmas. If you registered after the courier deadline, your race number and other materials will be available to collect from the Registration Tent at the Race One event venue during the pre-race or race-morning registration sessions. See the event web site INFO section for details and to check the exact date of the courier deadline.
Merchandise
- If you ordered any merchandise with your registration, it will be available for collection from the Merchandise tent at the event venue during either the pre-race or race morning registration times. See the event web site INFO section for details.
Our MyLaps disposable timing tags are small stickers that can be found on the back of your race number. The tag sends out a unique UHF signal that identifies you and records the exact time at which you passed the detection mats. The tags are designed to withstand rain, sweat and normal wear-and-tear – but please don’t fold or bend the bib as this can damage it. All you need to do to make sure your result is properly recorded is to wear your race number on the front of your shirt throughout the event. The tag is disposable – you do not need to return it after the event.
Important! Keep hold of your race number after you finish. You will need it to register for the prize draw at the Awards Ceremony. Listen out for announcements.
Of course! We love walkers and all of our events are open to runners, joggers and walkers alike. Many of our events offer specific merit prizes, start times and rules for competitive walkers. Please check the event web site and you will find this information on the “Walkers” tab.
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