4 running events in Rolleston, Canterbury

What Is Run Australia Run?

Run Australia Run is a range of Virtual Runs held throughout the year. Many of the Virtual running events will be held on Specific Days of the year, others will be ongoing runs over a period of time or kilometers.

The aim is to have as many people as possible throughout Australia out running and walking for the benefit of their health and their hearts. This fits perfectly with our chosen Charity of Heart Kids.

Specific Runs:

Anzac Day 5km 2026

We have ongoing runs to keep you motivated with Run Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Northern Territory, Western Australia, Tasmania, Canberra and ultimately Running across Australia. There is no time limit for these. Take as long as you want. The goal is to run across Australia. When you have run across a state like Queensland - 2027km or Victoria - 949km, you can receive the Run Queensland or Victoria Medal. Combine these runs within the States to make up the distances and then combine the States to Run across Australia and receive the Run Australia Medal.

We have ongoing runs to keep you motivated on your way to the big goal of Run Australia, with Specific Run Australia Run runs every 3-4 weeks. The kms for your Specific 5km events can count to the kms for a Main Run also. Some of our ongoing Runs are Run The Great Ocean Road, Run Sydney Harbour, Run Kangaroo Island, Run the Kati Thanda Pink Lake and Run Canberra. Check out the Runs TAB to see the full list. We will be adding runs to keep everyone motivated.

The Entry Fee to all runs is FREE unless we have a specific fundraiser happening. You have the choice of purchasing a medal as memerobilia of doing the run.

Make sure you Register:

You have to register for the runs, complete it on, or within the specific period and then send in your results. We'll publish the results so you can see how you compare with other runners and walkers throughout the country. Entries to some runs will be limited so don't delay your entries.

We will have a platform for you to record your distances and times you've run. You can record your kms as you go along or add them once a week etc - entirely up to you. Once you've uploaded the results we will forward your medal and/or t-shirt and add you to the results.

What Is Run NZ Run?

Run NZ Run is a range of virtual runs and walks held throughout the year. Many of our events take place on specific days, while others run over a set period of time or distance.

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Our aim is simple — to have as many people as possible throughout New Zealand out running and walking for the benefit of their health.

Specific Runs

Anzac Day 5km 2026

Rotorua 5km Challenge - 20th - 30th April 2026

We will have more specific Run NZ Run events coming up in 2026, including a new City 5km Challenge series starting in March.

These monthly city challenges help keep you motivated on your way to the big goal of Run NZ, with new events every 3–4 weeks.

Some of our ongoing runs include:

Run Stewart Island

Run Lake Taupō

Run Waiheke Island

Run 90 Mile Beach

Visit the “Main Runs/Walks” tab to see the full list.

Ongoing Events

We have ongoing events to keep you motivated, including Run the South, Run the North and Run NZ. There is no time limit — take as long as you want.

The goal is to run or walk the length of New Zealand:

• South Island – 920km (South Island Medal)

• North Island – 1062km (North Island Medal)

• Both Islands – 1982km (New Zealand Medal)

Entry Information

Entry to all Run NZ Run virtual events is FREE unless part of a specific fundraiser.

You may choose to purchase a medal, a t-shirt, or both as an optional combo.

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Looking for something more structured?

If you're aged 55+ and looking for a more structured approach to strength, balance, and regular movement, you may be interested in Stronger for Life.

Stronger for Life is part of Run NZ Run and combines simple Strength & Balance exercises with a monthly walk or run goal, helping you stay steady, confident, and independent as you age.

It is proudly Approved by ACC’s Live Stronger for Longer programme.

👉 Learn more at www.strongerforlife.co.nz

Stronger for Life is a separate monthly subscription programme, Approved by ACC’s Live Stronger for Longer programme.

Recording Your Results

You must register for each run and complete it within the specified period (if applicable). Once completed, submit your results and we will publish them so you can see how you compare with other runners and walkers.

Entries to some runs may be limited, so don’t delay.

You can record your distances and times at:

https://results.raceroster.com/v2/en-US/results/sgkswfatkpm3a4v4/results

Once you have completed the distance, scroll down for your certificate and ranking. After results are submitted, we will forward your medal and/or t-shirt.

What Is Run Australia Run?

Run Australia Run is a range of Virtual Runs held throughout the year. Many of the Virtual running events will be held on Specific Days of the year, others will be ongoing runs over a period of time or kilometers.

The aim is to have as many people as possible throughout Australia out running and walking for the benefit of their health and their hearts. This fits perfectly with our chosen Charity of Heart Kids.

Specific Runs:

Dog Day 5km 2026

25th - 30th August

We have ongoing runs to keep you motivated with Run Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Northern Territory, Western Australia, Tasmania, Canberra and ultimately Running across Australia. There is no time limit for these. Take as long as you want. The goal is to run across Australia. When you have run across a state like Queensland - 2027km or Victoria - 949km, you can receive the Run Queensland or Victoria Medal. Combine these runs within the States to make up the distances and then combine the States to Run across Australia and receive the Run Australia Medal.

We have ongoing runs to keep you motivated on your way to the big goal of Run Australia, with Specific Run Australia Run runs every 3-4 weeks. The kms for your Specific 5km events can count to the kms for a Main Run also. Some of our ongoing Runs are Run The Great Ocean Road, Run Sydney Harbour, Run Kangaroo Island, Run the Kati Thanda Pink Lake and Run Canberra. Check out the Runs TAB to see the full list. We will be adding runs to keep everyone motivated.

The Entry Fee to all runs is FREE unless we have a specific fundraiser happening. You have the choice of purchasing a medal as memerobilia of doing the run.

Make sure you Register:

You have to register for the runs, complete it on, or within the specific period and then send in your results. We'll publish the results so you can see how you compare with other runners and walkers throughout the country. Entries to some runs will be limited so don't delay your entries.

We will have a platform for you to record your distances and times you've run. You can record your kms as you go along or add them once a week etc - entirely up to you. Once you've uploaded the results we will forward your medal and/or t-shirt and add you to the results.