GJ Gardner Maraetai Half Marathon
Maraetai pairs coastal roads with Omana and Duder park trails, adding a steep trig-point climb and harbour views to a varied 21.1km Auckland course.
Quick facts
- Te Puru Park event base in Beachlands
- Omana and Duder Regional Park loops
- Challenging climb to the Duder trig
- 3.5-hour time limit for 21.1km
Is registration open for the 2027 GJ Gardner Maraetai Half Marathon?
Registration for the 2027 GJ Gardner Maraetai Half Marathon is open.
About the GJ Gardner Maraetai Half Marathon
This Auckland Half Marathon Series stop explores the Pohutukawa Coast from Te Puru Park. Coastal stretches through Maraetai meet parkland loops, with the Duder trig climb providing the course's defining challenge.
Course
Two park loops connect by a coastal out-and-back through Beachlands and Maraetai. The route climbs to the Duder trig, descends past the homestead and returns through Omana Regional Park before a downhill finish.
Race-day weather
March brings mild autumn days to Auckland, with cooler mornings and changing conditions. Take a light layer for before the start and prepare for showers on the coast.
Past GJ Gardner Maraetai Half Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday, March 14, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Sunday, March 1, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
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GJ Gardner Maraetai Half Marathon FAQ
When is the GJ Gardner Maraetai Half Marathon?
The 2027 GJ Gardner Maraetai Half Marathon is on Sunday, March 14, 2027.
Is registration open for the 2027 GJ Gardner Maraetai Half Marathon?
Registration for the 2027 GJ Gardner Maraetai Half Marathon is open. View the official registration details at maraetai.werun.nz.
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