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Frustration as plastic rubbish discovered left lying in gutters after marathon
Event organisers say all rubbish from the event should have been picked up.
Close to 15,000 competitors from 54 countries hit the pavements in the Auckland Marathon
Close to 15,000 competitors from 54 countries hit the pavements in the Auckland Marathon. Video / Supplied
Thousands pound pavement for Auckland marathon
Close to 15,000 competitors streamed across Auckland streets for the 2019 marathon.
Spring heeled: Sport's equipment debate hits marathon running
Unfair athletics?: A shoe is being praised and blamed for tumbling marathon records.
Can it be done? Kipchoge attempts to break 2hr marathon barrier tonight
Many think it can't be done but Kipchoge is confident he can make history this weekend.
Lonely Planet's running guide covers some NZ epics and new ground
Thomas Bywater reviews the Lonely Planet of the long-distance runner
The little run that's become a big global sensation
Every Saturday morning, hundreds gather for a run. Annabel Reid joins the throng.
Focus: Runners cross the finish line after 24 hour Track Race NZ Championships at the AUT Millennium Stadium
Focus: Runners cross the finish line after 24 hour Track Race NZ Championships at the AUT Millennium Stadium. Video / Jason Oxenham
Kiwis shine at world's most prestigious trail race
Kiwi Ruth Croft successfully defended her title at the OCC race.
Entries open for world's largest adventure race
Godzone will make history in 2020 with Rotorua the first North Island region to host.
A 70-year-old shattered marathon records, but now officials say he cheated
Frank Meza posted a time of 2 hours 53 minutes, the fastest time for a man of his age.
'Go you legend' - blokes celebrate as Katie Wright crushes them in Auckland ultra
"Go you legend" - blokes cheer the woman who thrashed them in 30-hour Auckland ultra run.
Kiwi bloke runs the Tongariro Crossing in a suit for charity
Kiwi bloke runs the Tongariro Crossing in a suit for charity. / The Flying Kiwi
Heartwarming reason mad 26yo running Tongariro Crossing in suit
A Great Barrier Islander with a huge heart is doing a massive run for a beautiful reason.
Mo Farah spat rumbles on in London
Kipchoge reels off second-fastest marathon in history to win a record fourth London title.
Ultra-distance runner has Guinness record in sights
Curly Jacobs is due to set off from Bluff on a mission to run the length of NZ at 4am.
Meet the man who conquered Auckland's 56 volcanoes in a weekend
Meet the Running Beast who conquered all 56 of Auckland's volcanoes in a weekend.
Family mourn unexpected death of young husband and father
Chris Dawson, 39, died on Saturday after suffering a cardiac event while out running.
He claimed to have run length of NZ in record time. It turned out to be a sham
"I was caught up in the hype ... if I could go back and do things differently I would."
Gridlock! Round the Bays runners choose to walk 10km back to vehicles
Some participants decided to walk the approximate 10km back to the start line instead.
Get out the sunscreen, it's sunshine for all
Thames, Alexandra and Wanaka are all expected to get to 28C today.
For George: 'The trail I pound for the love of a hound'
Chelle Tucker will run more than 120km for dogs like her beloved George.
Marathon runners treated in ED: Hospital
Six runners fell ill during the Auckland Marathon yesterday and were admitted to hospital.
Wheelchair athlete praises Auckland Marathon
Over 15,000 people took to Auckland's streets to partake in the annual Auckland Marathon.
Editorial: Here's to those in the Auckland Marathon
EDITORIAL: Give a thought to those doing the Auckland Marathon tomorrow morning.
Dad tackles marathon after heartbreaking family tragedy
For David Pretorius, the Auckland Marathon is catharsis after his kids' horror accident.
Five last minute tips for first time marathoners
Here are some last minute tips to get you ready to run your heart out on Sunday.
Eliud Kipchoge sets world record in Berlin marathon win
Eliud Kipchoge smashed the marathon world record, winning the Berlin race in 2h 01m 39s.
Thousands travel to race in Tough Guy and Gal Challenge
The 16th annual Tough Guy and Gal Challenge in Rotorua was held this week.
Outrage after US trans teen sprinter breaks record
Transgender teen's win has left people wondering if it's fair she was allowed to compete.
Teen becomes youngest Kiwi to run 100-mile race
A boy who started running just to spend time with his dad has achieved a remarkable feat.
Dick Quax: A great who took nothing for granted
Dick Quax was never one to go down without a fight.