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saturday 2 may
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10.5km
​Heritage traverse


The 10.5km Heritage Traverse is as flat as it gets—perfect for an enjoyable run or walk! Known as the "half of a half," this scenic course starts on the edge of the Hanmer Springs Heritage Forest and winds through breath-taking 100-year-old woodlands, offering a truly picturesque autumn experience.

Saturday 2 May

Distance: 10.5km
Elevation: 72m

Start time: From 8:45am 

Start & Finish location​: Hanmer Springs Village Green 
Minimum Age: 7 years of age
Price: ​From $65* Pricing info here
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​More information

Start Waves
​To ensure a safe and fair event for participants we have self seeded start waves. Be realistic and carefully choose your start waves. Timing and results is based on a Mat to Mat time.  

Wave 1 8:45am Start-  expect finished time under 60mins
  • In this wave runners are aiming to have a great result, give it a crack and maybe try for a PB.

Wave 2 8:50am Start - expect finished time, 1:00 -1:055hrs
  • In this wave runners are aiming to run the whole course to set a good time

Wave 3 8:55am Start -  expect finished time, 1:05 -1:25hrs
  • In this wave runners are aiming to run or jog the whole course

Wave 4 9:00am Start -  expect finished time, 1:25hrs plus
  • In this wave runners are aiming to run and walk the course at their own pace.
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Wave 5 9:05am Start - The Party Wave  -  expect finished time, 1:45hrs plus
  • This start wave is for the runners and walkers who want to have a bit of a party or dance at the entertainment sites along the course.
What to expect on course
The course is fully supported with event staff, volunteers, medics, Drink stations & toilets.

Drink Stations
​​There will be two drink stations on the course to support the participants. The drink stations will have Pure Sports Nutrition electrolytes, water and toilets. Cups are provided.
  • 6 km 
  • 8.6 km

Check Points
​The course check points listed below are in the interest of participant safety. It is unlikely that this will affect your race however if you fall behind the timing checkpoints you will be removed from the event and classed as a non finisher. 
  • CP1 - 8.6km 11:00am
  • CP2 - Finishline 1:30pm 

Course Marking
The course is fully marked and there is very little navigation skills required. We use bright blue ribbons and arrows.​
Finisher medals & Prizes
All finishing participants will receive a finishers medal​.

​There is no prize giving ceremony at this event - it's simply too cold at this time of year.  ​Prizes are available for the top three male and female participants in each age group.
  • Prize Categories Run: U20 | 20-29 | 30-39 | 40-49 | 50-59 | 60 - 69 | 70+ 
  • Walk: Open​ ​
Participants who are eligible for the placing prizes must collect it from the information tent located at the finish line between 9am and 1pm.  Prize will not be posted out.  Other spot prize are given out in the lead up to the event. ​
bag drop service
Run bag free.  Our drop bag service allows you to pack items you might need at the start line, but not for your run and collect them at the finish line. This might be a warm jacket, water or food for when you finish, or your wallet or purse. 

Drop Off and Pick up Location for 21km: Hanmer Springs Memorial Hall
TIPS ON DROP BAGS 🟢
  • We only accept sealable bags
  • We provide you a bag label to attach to the bag.
  • You bag will be transported from the start line to the finish.
  • Please collect at the Hanmer Springs Memorial Hall before 2.00pm, any remaining gear bags will be donated to charity.​
  • Anything left unattended at the startline have left will be donated to charity.

You MUST bring your bag tag tear off on the bottom of your bib number to collect your bag, you can't collect your bag with out it.
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  • Enter Here
  • Event Distances
    • 21km Hanmer Forest Trail
    • 10.5km Heritage Traverse
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    • Pricing
    • Inclusions
    • Group Deals
    • Entry Information
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    • Schedule
    • Spectator Guide
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