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Thousands hit the road as Taupo Marathon sets off

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Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Sat, 2 Aug 2025, 11:12am
Photo / Getty Images
Photo / Getty Images

Thousands hit the road as Taupo Marathon sets off

Author
Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Sat, 2 Aug 2025, 11:12am

Sneakers are hitting the ground this morning in Taupo, as the country’s longest-standing running and walking event kicks off. 

The Taupo Marathon will see around 5000 people hit the streets and race around the lake. 

Director of Total Sport and race organiser Aaron Carter joined the show to discuss the swell in participation events like this are seeing, and shares a few details for those keen to jump in last minute. 

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