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Partners

Our Whānau

We are stoked to have such a great bunch of Series Partners involved with Southern Cross Round the Bays 2025! Our Partner family continues to help us drive the event series forward and truly support and share what we’re all about.

Series partners

Southern Cross

Southern Cross is New Zealand’s largest private funder and provider of healthcare services, with a shared vision of delivering healthier years for more New Zealanders. We’re here to support people to advance their health and wellbeing, so they can live well for longer.

As part of this goal, we’re excited to partner with Round the Bays in creating an event series  that inspires people to get moving in a way that works for them. Whether you’re strolling with friends or chasing down a PB, Southern Cross invites you to join the fun and take the next step on your journey of health and wellbeing.

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The Athlete's Foot

With over 155 locally-owned and operated stores in New Zealand and Australia, we are the EXPERTS IN FIT and one of the largest specialty athletic and lifestyle footwear retailers, stocking over 50 brands including; Hoka, Asics, Brooks, New Balance, Saucony, ON, Merrell, Skechers, Ascent, Archies and Alpha.

Visit one of our stores today and get fitted using MyFit 3D, an exclusive, revolutionary fitting experience that combines shoe expertise and knowledge of biodynamics with state-of-the-art technology to ensure the PERFECT FIT.

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Chemist Warehouse

Since opening our doors in 2017, Chemist Warehouse has been committed to offering free prescriptions for every New Zealander, every day.

In six years, those free prescriptions have saved New Zealanders over $53 million. The Chemist Warehouse commitment to saving you money doesn’t end with free prescriptions. As we open in more communities across New Zealand, we’re making it more accessible and affordable for Kiwis to shop our huge range of vitamins, skincare, fragrances, cosmetics, baby care and more, at the best price.

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Swisse Wellness

Swisse is delighted to support Round the Bays 2025 and congratulate you for taking part in such an awesome event series.

Multivitamins are at the core of our brand and as the official vitamin partner, we love helping people lead healthier, happier lives. We encourage you all to SLEEP. EAT. SWISSE. REPEAT and of course keep on moving!

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Nestlé

We are the Good food, Good life company. We believe in the power of food to enhance lives.

Good food nourishes and delights the senses. It helps pets to thrive, children to grow healthy and parents to age gracefully. It helps all of us to live life to the fullest. Good food also respects our planet and protects resources for future generations.

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Stuff

Stuff is thrilled to be the official media partner for Southern Cross Round the Bays!

Stuff is New Zealand's leading media company. It is the flagship website of Stuff Limited, which also owns dozens of newspaper and magazine titles, including the Sunday Star-Times, the Press and the Post.

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Stuff Events

Stuff Events is proud to be the driving force behind NZ’s funnest fun run series! We’re all about delivering  experiences that focus on connection, economic impact and sustainability.

We connect with Kiwis across a broad range of New Zealand’s most-loved and iconic events. Our diverse portfolio  encompasses every aspect of everyday Kiwis’ lives including food, sport, agriculture, lifestyle, business and travel.

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Auckland partners

Auckland Joggers

Auckland Joggers Club (AJC) President, Eric Woods, and Auckland's Mayor and AJC founding member, Colin Key, started the event in 1972 with over 12,000 participating in the 'fun run'. The Auckland Joggers Club is dedicated to promoting fitness and fostering friendships across generations. They provide programmes for those who want to start running - their beginners programme was originally created to help those that wanted to participate in the Round the Bays fun run, and support those who just want to get better and running or want to keep healthy.

A number of groups cater to different capabilities, and running/walking paces meeting every Tuesday, Thursday as well as Saturday for a run which starts from their Club Room. They're a great bunch of passionate people, who are inclusive and supportive. You don’t have to be a seasoned runner or a marathoner to join them, but they sure can help you become one!

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Coca Cola European Pacific Partners

Coca Cola Euro Pacific Partners is stoked to be involved with NZ largest fun run and helping keep participants hydrated for 2025 and beyond.

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Sunday Star Times

Whether it’s our award winning Sunday magazine, must read sport coverage or our goal worthy travel lift-out, the Sunday Star-Times is much more than a newspaper; every week we curate the best in New Zealand journalism to bring you hard hitting investigations, in depth analysis, and beautifully told and illustrated features to carry you through the most leisurely Sunday brunch.

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Wellington partners

Nuku Ora

Nuku Ora is the independent body for physical activity and is committed to everyone in the greater Wellington region having a life-long involvement in sport and active recreation.

Nuku Ora was established in 1990 with charitable status under the Charities Act.

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The Post

Positioned at the centre of it all, The Post delivers nationwide award-winning analysis and exclusive articles on politics, business, and the arts.

With a dedicated team of national business reporters, beehive-based journalists, and varied opinion writers, we hold the powerful to account and bring the stories that matter most to our readers.

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Christchurch partners

The Press

Fiercely independent, proudly Mainland, The Press continues to champion the values and stories that define our region.

The Press stands as a cornerstone of South Island journalism, delivering content that resonates with our community through life, opinion, and business. With a focus on South Island commentary, we offer insights that matter most to our readers.

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Round the Bays series

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Christchurch

8.4km event
Sunday 2 February
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Wellington

8.4km and 21km event
Sunday 16 February
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Auckland

8.4km event
Sunday 2 March
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A person running on a road, dressed in a red cap, red shirt, and blue overall shorts, resembling a popular video game character. The individual is wearing a race bib and has a mustache. The background includes a grassy area and a concrete structure.A female runner in a maroon outfit crosses the finish line at a race event sponsored by "Round the Bays." Spectators line both sides of the path, cheering her on as she passes under a blue inflatable arch. A person in a yellow vest stands to the right.A group of six enthusiastic individuals dressed in matching black shirts and pink tutus pose together on a road during a race. They are smiling, with some making playful gestures, while other participants can be seen running in the background.A woman wearing a black tank top and race bib smiles and makes a peace sign with both hands while running in a crowded race. Other participants are visible in the background on a paved road.A group of people is running on a road during a race, featuring a man and two children in the forefront, all with race bibs. The children are smiling and high-fiving, with other runners visible in the background. The atmosphere appears energetic and cheerful.Two women in athletic gear cross the finish line of a race, holding hands and raising their arms in celebration. They are surrounded by cheering spectators and banners that say "Sport Wellington." The atmosphere is jubilant, and both women appear elated.