ANOTHER STRONG YEAR FOR HILL TO HARBOUR

There was a decidedly soggy start to the annual Hill to Harbour in Newcastle this morning.

2,000 runners braved the elements, with the half-marathon seeing a record number of entries.

Event directors believe a route change also provided a boost for local cafes and restaurants.

“Being centralised in Newcastle was a great thing. Just next to the mall, just next to Queens Warf, the cafes were full and I think everyone had a great time,” said Paul Humphreys from H Events.

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