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Terms and Conditions – Run the Runway 2025
By registering for and participating in Run the Runway 2025, you agree to the following terms and conditions:
1. General Information
1.1. Event Organiser: Run the Runway 2025 is organised by Hawke’s Bay Airport Limited.
1.2. Event Date and Time: The event will take place on Saturday, 1 February 2025, starting at 6:00pm. Participants must arrive by 5:00pm for registration.
1.3. Event Location: The race will take place on the runway at Hawke’s Bay Airport, Napier, New Zealand.
1.4. Cancellation: Hawke’s Bay Airport aerodrome operates 24/7 for aero medical flights, therefore the event may be cancelled at any time including at the time of the race. Weather-related cancellation will be made by 3:00 pm on race day. No alternative date will be scheduled
1.5. Participants: The event is limited to 200 runners aged 18 years or older. Spectators are not permitted.
2. Registration and Fees
2.1. All participants must register in person during the following times:
• Friday, 31 January 2025: 1:00pm–6:00pm
• Saturday, 1 February 2025: 9:00am–12:00pm
2.2. Photo ID is required for registration. Participants who fail to register within the stated times will not be allowed to compete.
2.3. A mandatory minimum donation of $20 to the Graeme Dingle Foundation is required to secure your entry. This donation is non-refundable.
3. Fitness and Participation Requirements
3.1. Participants should be capable of running 5km in under 35 minutes. This is a running event and walking is not permitted.
3.2. Participants will be provided with a reusable ankle tag for timing at registration. Failure to return the tag will result in disqualification.
3.3. Participants must sign an event waiver during registration to confirm they are physically fit and understand the risks associated with the event.
4. Safety and Conduct
4.1. The event takes place on an operational airfield. Participants must adhere to all instructions from event staff and stay within designated areas at all times.
4.2. Parking will be provided for participants; however, the organiser accepts no liability for any damage or loss to vehicles or personal property.
4.3. Any participant found to be engaging in unsafe or disruptive behaviour will be disqualified and removed from the event.
5. Liability and Waiver
5.1. By participating in Run the Runway, participants acknowledge that running on an airfield involves inherent risks, including but not limited to uneven surfaces and potential cancellation due to operational requirements.
5.2. Hawke’s Bay Airport and associated parties shall not be held liable for any injury, loss, or damage incurred during the event, except where such injury, loss, or damage is directly caused by gross negligence.
5.3. Participants agree to indemnify Hawke’s Bay Airport and its partners against any claims arising from their participation in the event.
6. Event Timing and Prizes
6.1. The race will be officially timed using reusable ankle tags.
6.2. Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 male and female runners. Decisions regarding winners are final and not subject to dispute.
7. Cancellation Policy
7.1. The event may be cancelled at any time due to weather, flight delays, or other operational requirements. A cancellation for weather will be communicated by 5:00pm on race day. The race could be cancelled prior to the race start time.
7.2. In the event of cancellation, registration fees will be refunded less any administration fees. Additional donations made by the participant are non-refundable.
8. Privacy
8.1. Participant data collected during registration will only be used for Hawke’s Bay Airport Limited purposes and will not be shared with third parties without consent.
9. Amendments
9.1. The organiser reserves the right to amend these terms and conditions at any time. Participants will be notified of material changes via their registered email address.
Refund Policy
10.1. All proceeds from this event support the Graeme Dingle Foundation.
10.2. If a participant requests a refund, 50% of the ticket price will be refunded, excluding any administrative fees, which are non-refundable.
10.3. The cut-off date for refund requests is 10 January 2025. No refund requests will be accepted after this date.
10.4. Refunds are processed by Humanitix and may take up to 5 – 7 days to appear in your account.