PRIVACY POLICY

NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon – refers to the 6 day, 72hour, 48hour and 24hour events.

The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon, is committed to protecting the privacy of your personal information.

The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon will only use your personal information when it is necessary for us to deliver you a service or perform other necessary business functions and activities.

The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon will not use or disclose your personal information for purposes unrelated to the services we provide, unless we first obtain your consent.

The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon will only collect personal information about you by lawful and fair means, and not in an unreasonably intrusive manner. It is The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathons usual practice to collect personal information, about you (and possibly your family) directly from you, or from your authorised representative, when you:

  • register for an event organised by The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon
  • complete a hard copy form’
  • purchase goods or services from us;
  • enter one of our competitions; or
  • contacted us by telephone, via mail, email or online.

The types of personal information The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon may collect includes (but is not limited to) your:

  • name;
  • date of birth;
  • gender;
  • residential address;
  • email address;
  • contact telephone numbers;
  • medical conditions;
  • emergency contact details

The nature of the information collected will depend on the purpose for which it is being collected.

If you provide us with information about any third party, you must obtain that person’s permission to give us the information and inform them that you have given the information to us.

We use your personal information for a variety of reasons including to:

  • provide services and products to you;
  • answer your inquiries and deliver customer service to you;
  • meet our legal obligations.

Whilst you may opt not to provide us with your personal information, you should be aware that without this personal information, we may not be able to provide you with some/ all of the services and/or products you are seeking.

In the course of conducting our business and providing our products and services to you, we may disclose your personal information.

If you are a registered athlete in an event your name, gender, age group, town, & country will be displayed on the publicly available start list and results.


We only disclose personal information for the purposes for which it was given to us, or for purposes which are directly related to one of our functions or activities. We do not give it to anyone else unless one of the following applies:

  • you have consented to the disclosure;
  • you would reasonably expect, or have been told, that your information is passed to those individuals, bodies or agencies; or
  • it is otherwise required or authorised by law.

If we engage third party agents or contractors, we will take all reasonable steps to ensure that they do not breach privacy requirements in relation to the information, before we share your personal information with them.

We may disclose your personal information to:

  • professional providers (such as the event medical provider);
  • professional advisers (such as lawyers or auditors);
  • payment systems operators and financial institutions;
  • third party agents or contractors with whom we contract in the ordinary course of business;
  • organisations authorised by The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon to conduct promotional, research or marketing activities;
  • upon lawful request from law enforcement agencies or government authorities; and
  • any persons acting on your behalf including those persons nominated by you, executors, trustees and legal representatives.

In all circumstances where your personal information is disclosed, we will take all steps reasonable to ensure that these third parties undertake to protect your privacy.

Direct marketing

We are committed to compliance with all laws and requirements relating to the use of your personal information. We will only use or disclose your personal information for direct marketing purposes if you have provided your information for that purpose (and you would expect us to use the information for that purpose), or if you have provided consent for your information to be used in this way.

From time to time, we may contact you with information about products and services offered by us and our related entities and our business partners and sponsors, which we think may be of interest to you. When we contact you it may be by mail, telephone, email or SMS.

Where we use or disclose your personal information for the purpose of direct marketing, we will:

  • allow you to request not to receive direct marketing communications (also known as ‘opting-out’); and
  • comply with your request to ‘opt-out’ of receiving further communications within a reasonable timeframe.

You have the right to ask for a copy of any personal information we hold about you, and to ask for it to be corrected if you think it is wrong. If you’d like to ask for a copy of your information, or to have it corrected, please contact us at info@nz6dayultramarathon.com

 

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

  • Promoters: Kerrus Runz are the organisers and promoters of the NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon.  
  • The Event is a 6 Day (with smaller timed events, of 72hours, 48hours and 24hours) Ultramarathon.  Athletes complete a 2.12km loop, passing through the Hub continuously for their selected Event time i.e. 6 days, 72, 48 or 24hours.  Athletes are able to stop for a rest, within the designated rest spot at the Event Hub.  The Event is held in Hagley Park, Christchurch, New Zealand.  Athletes are to self manage rest breaks.
  • The Event is open to runners and walkers.  
  • The mandatory equipment is listed on our website.  There is a Frequently Asked Questions ("FAQ") section which includes some recommended equipment.
  • Athletes are able to have personal crew, although there will be limitations to personal crew within the Hub area. Personal Crew are not allowed onto the course, or pacing in any form with their athlete.  There will be a designated area, around the Hub where personal crew can assist.

CONDITIONS OF ENTRY

  • Competitors must indicate on entry, the Event Distance they wish to participate in.  
  • All athletes will receive an Event Medal.
  • Trophies will be awarded, to the top 3 male and female for each of the events.  The top 3 placings are determined by distance covered.
  • Self Sufficient. Whilst the Event provides food and refreshments and a level of first aid support, athletes are requirement to self- manage nutrition, rest, pace and basic first aid.  Taking appropriate rest breaks as and when needed.  At all times, the event crew, have the right, to stop an athlete from entering the course, if they believe it is unsafe for an athlete to do so.  
  • All athletes must provide all medical supplies required for the duration of the event they have entered, with full knowledge of how to use.
  • The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon, have a FAQ page on the website, and be available on email (info@nz6dayultramarathon.com) to answer any questions you have in the lead up to your event.  
  • All Competitors that take part in this event are to understand that this event is an outdoor event open to the elements, including, but not limited to, weather, path conditions underfoot, nearby hazards such as Lakes, Rivers, Trees, Golf Course and public. 
  • The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon Course is within a public park, which will remain open to the public at all times.
  • The course will be marked.
  • Competitors all agree on entering The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon, to Personal Responsibility – see further note below.
  • Competitors must be 21 years of age or older, at the start date of the event. Special permission may be grated, if you are under 21 years of age at the event organisers discretion.
  • By completing the online entry form, you are agreeing to the Terms and Conditions as per the website and acknowledge no conversation will be engaged further once the terms and conditions are accepted.
  • The NZ 6 Day Ultramarathon, reserve the right, if necessary, to consider taking deformation action against any person or organisation, who acts against the terms and conditions as outlined on the website. (www.nz6dayultramarathon.com)
  • All Competitors taking part in The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon, acknowledge that the event is an endurance event, physically demanding, with medical, physical and emotional risks involved.  There is a very real risk of serious injury or even death from participation in events such as the NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon, including, but not limited to, fatigue, exhaustion, injury, heat stroke, hypothermia, public, vehicles.
  • Competitors are solely responsible for their own individual training and preparation. Competitors must make sure they have a thorough understanding of the demands of such event, the course and time requirements to complete and ensure they turn up to the NZ 6 Day Ultramarathon fully prepared for the Event they have chosen.
  • By submitting your entry form, you agree, that you are physically, mentally and emotionally capable of completing the event and agree that the NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon Event, the crew, volunteers, staff, agents, sponsors, suppliers, affiliates, contractors, medical, and any other team, are not responsible or liable in the event of your death, or for any injury or illness that you may suffer as a result or in connection with your participation.

COMPETITOR WITHDRAWALS AND CANCELLATIONS

  • Competitors wishing to withdraw and cancel their entry will be subject to the terms and conditions for cancellation, as noted on this website.  (www.nz6dayultramarathon.com) By completing your online entry form, you are accepting of these Terms and Conditions.
  • The refund policy is as per the website. (www.nz6dayultramarathon.com)

      Prior to 31st July 2025, 80% refund.

      1st – 31st August 2025, 65% refund

      1st – 28th September 2025, no refund

      On or after event, no refund.

      Refunds will be subject to any bank charges or fees.

     Requests for refunds must be made in writing to the Event Director, at info@nz6dayultramarathon.com

  • Please note, any other purchases through The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon, such as, but not limited to, meal tickets, merchandise, are non-refundable.
  • Any purchases, such as, but not limited to, merchandise, must be collect at event registration.  Full payment must be made prior.

PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY

  • All competitors will complete a medical declaration. You confirm the information you provide about your medical history is accurate to the best of your knowledge.  You acknowledge that the purpose of collecting this information is to ensure that all existing and / or past medical conditions are declared prior to the Event to allow risks to be assessed.
  • You agree to accept responsibility for any failure to disclose, or properly describe any existing or past medical conditions. You undertake no to hold the event organiser and / or crew, liable for any claims and / or damages arising from, or relating to, my non disclosure.

RACE RESULTS

  • As soon as possible, after the completion of the event, results will be emailed to all athletes.   
  • Results may (but not limited to) be passed to 3rd Party, such as IAU, National Federation, Marketing and / or Social Media.

EVENT CANCELLATION

  • If the NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon is unable to commence, due to a government directive, or we believe we will be putting athletes, organisers, volunteers, supporters at undue risk, which we cannot control, then we reserve the right to cancel the NZ 6 Day Ultramarathon for 2025 and will communicate directly with all athletes via email. 
  • The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon, will at all times, follow the NZ Government and Ministry of Health Guidelines.
  • The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon promoters have the right to change or even cancel the event due to circumstances beyond their control. (this could include a host of reasons, weather, natural disasters, flooding, wars, an act of God, land access, pandemic, insufficient event registrations etc.). In such an event, The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon promoters will adhere to the following.
  • If The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon need to cancel prior to 11.59pm 31st July 2025 NZ Time, a refund minus 20% admin fee and bank charges, will be offered to all athletes. 
  • All athletes are to ensure they have their own insurance in place to cover any cancellations and additional costs.

TRAVEL TO THE NZ 6 DAY ULTRAMARATHON

  • Your entry fee into The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon, does not cover travel to / within NZ. Any travel of any nature, to The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon, is outside the Terms and Conditions and Entry to The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon.
  • You are responsible for all travel requirements and should have appropriate insurance cover in place, should any situations, including by not limited to, disruptions, occur.

DIGITAL DEVICES / AWARENESS

  • Athletes may use Ear Pods / iPods or the likes to listen to music. All athletes are to be aware of their surroundings at all times. This includes the course being open 24/7 to the public, including, but not limited to, Walkers, Runners, Dogs, Bikes, Scooters, Vehicles, Golf Course / Golf Balls, Public activities. 

DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES / LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

  • The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon will not be liable to you for
  1. a) Any loss of or damage to your equipment or personal effects
  2. b) Any indirect or consequential loss
  3. c) Any damage or loss suffered or incurred by you in connection with participating in

The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon, (including, but not limited to, travelling to The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon Event).

  • Except, as otherwise provided by any applicable laws, The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon Events, maximum liability to you for any claim in contract, tort, or in any other cause of action arising out of or in connection with The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon Event, will not exceed the entry fee for the Event.
  • We do not guarantee, represent or warrant that your use of our service will be uninterrupted, timely, secure or error-free.
  • We do not warrant that the results that may be obtained from the use of the service will be accurate or reliable.
  • You agree that from time to time we may remove the service for indefinite periods of time or cancel the service at any time, without notice to you.
  • You expressly agree that your use of, or inability to use, the service is at your sole risk. The service and all products and services delivered to you through the service are (except as expressly stated by us) provided “as is” and “as available” for your use, without any representation, warranties or conditions of any kind, either express or implied, including all implied warranties or conditions of merchantability, merchantable quality, fitness for a particular purpose, durability, title, and non-infringement.
  • In no case shall The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon, our directors, officers, employees, affiliates, agents, contractors, interns, suppliers, service providers or licensors be liable for any injury, loss, claim, or any direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, special, or consequential damages of any kind, including, without limitation lost profits, lost revenue, lost savings, loss of data, replacement costs, or any similar damages, whether based in contract, tort (including negligence), strict liability or otherwise, arising from your use of any of the service or any products procured using the service, or for any other claim related in any way to your use of the service or any product, including, but not limited to, any errors or omissions in any content, or any loss or damage of any kind incurred as a result of the use of the service or any content (or product) posted, transmitted, or otherwise made available via the service, even if advised of their possibility. Because some countries or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or the limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages, in such countries or jurisdictions, our liability shall be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

ALCOHOLE, SMOKING, VAPING

  • It prohibited while partaking in The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon Event.

INSURANCE

  • Competitors taking part in The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon, understand that there is a risk involved. Competitors take part at their own free will, The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon,  is not responsible for any incident or accident.
  • All competitors must take out and maintain their own personal travel insurance, which covers you for the duration of your time in New Zealand, for trip cancellation, travel to and from The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon Event, accident, death, pandemic, etc. This should cover you fully against the costs of hospitalization, medical care and repatriation if you become too ill to continue the run and must cover you against the cost of air or other forms of evacuation and / or repatriation should sickness or injury necessitate such a course of action.
  • The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon has no control over, and accepts no responsibility for, the availability or standard of medical and / or repatriation services and facilities in the area in which the events take place and such services and facilities do not form any part of the contract between you and The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon.
  • You are solely responsible for your own equipment and belongings during the event and bear the sole responsibility for incidental or accidental damage (including wear and tear) to, or loss of, your own equipment and belongings.
  • You are solely responsible for your own medical care throughout The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon Event. 
  • You must take out adequate insurance to cover your equipment, belongings and medical care.
  • At all times The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon, will endeavour to hold our full Event, however as we are operating in outdoor public locations, safety may involve us making last minute course changes, reducing or removing a time or worst case, cancelling the event part way through. You will need to ensure you have adequate insurance cover for any eventuality.

MEDICAL AND SAFETY

  • All competitors will complete a medical declaration. You confirm the information you provide about your medical history is accurate to the best of your knowledge. You acknowledge that the purpose of collecting this information is to ensure that all existing and/or past health conditions are declared prior to competition to allow risks to be assessed.  You agree to accept responsibility for any failure to disclose, or properly describe, any existing or past health conditions. You undertake not to hold the race organisers and/or medical team liable for any claims and/or damages arising from, or relating to, my disclosure.
  • All athletes must be aware that The NZ 6 Day Ultra Marathon Event, is an outdoor event, with often potential hazards.
  • A copy of our Health and Safety Risk Profile is available on request by emailing info@nz6dayultramarathon.com