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Aniseed Ascent - ![]()
a unique once only trail running event taking runners deep into the heart of the Tasman Pine Forests estate up the Aniseed Valley on Saturday 23 August 2025. Two challenging courses (10km & 20km) along dirt forestry roads wind their way through a dramatic landscape of pine-clad hills. The Aniseed Ascent is an exclusive chance to race on land not normally open to the public, making it a must-do for trail runners looking to test themselves on scenic and seldom-trodden ground. The event is a fundraiser for Athletics Nelson club member Dougal Shepherd to attend the World Mountain Running Champs in Spain. Unfortunately Athletics NZ provides no financial support for athletes travelling, so by racing you are assisting getting him to the Pyrenees! Register now as the prices increase from early to standard entries on Wednesday 23 July. check it all out www.aniseedascent.co.nz
Saturday - Brightwater 10km![]()
Meet on the Village Green corner of Starveall & Ellis Streets in Brightwater. A great undulating 10km don't miss this one. Check out the maps on the webpages.![]()
- Registration: Opens at 1.20pm and closes promptly at 2.00pm.![]()
- Walkers - Briefing: 1:35pm at the Start Line - Start: 1:45pm![]()
- Speed Walkers & Early Runners (70+mins) Briefing: 2:05pm at the Start Line - Start: 2:15pm.![]()
- Runners - Briefing: 2:05pm by Check In - Start: 2:30pm![]()
Can’t run 10km right now, but still want to run? Find a friend and do it as a 2-person relay each doing about 5km. Please raise this at Check-In. Everyone and all abilities are welcome.![]()
$10 entry fee for non club members but free for Athletics Nelson and Waimea Harrier club members also school children and youth students, Enjoy a drink, spot prizes and time together after the event at the Brightwater Sprig + Fern on Ellis Street. - Waimea Harriers event![]()
Next week: every ones favourite the Parkers Shield
Nelson Marathon - Cancelled![]()
WHOLE EVENT CANCELLED - Due to the severe weather, current state of emergency, closure of parks, tracks & infrastructure, they have unfortunately had to pull the plug and cancel the whole event.![]()
More detail will be emailed to registered participants in due course.