Circuit Racing

Ascot Park Hotel International

Teretonga Park
South Island
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Event Details
  • January 22, 2027
    to
    January 24, 2027
  • Gates open 8:30am both days
  • Teretonga Park
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How do I get into circuit racing in NZ?
How much does circuit racing cost in New Zealand?
Where are New Zealand's main race circuits?
Can I watch club racing for free?
The usual path: MotorSport NZ licence via a member club, then club-level racing in an affordable class. Many drivers step up from karting or track days — see our guide to starting racing for the full pathway.
Entry-level club racing in a budget class can run a few thousand dollars a season once you own the car; national championship racing costs far more. Costs vary hugely by class, so start at club level.
Hampton Downs, Taupo International Motorsport Park, Manfeild and Pukekohe's successors in the north; Ruapuna (Christchurch), Levels (Timaru), Teretonga (Invercargill) and Highlands (Cromwell) in the south.
Entry varies by organiser — some club meetings are free, others charge a small gate fee, while national championship rounds and headline events are ticketed. Each event listing shows admission details.

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about this event

Round 4 of the Repco NextGen NZ Championship at Teretonga Park, Invercargill — featuring the Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy Round 3, GR86, and the ILT partnership offering free under-18 entry and reduced Southland pricing.

Round 4 of the Repco NextGen NZ Championship heads to Teretonga Park in Invercargill — New Zealand's southernmost permanent race circuit and one of its oldest, giving Southland motorsport fans a championship-calibre weekend right on their doorstep.

This round features Round 3 of the Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy, where international open-wheel drivers continuing their southern campaign for FIA Super Licence points. The Bridgestone GR86 Championship also features, alongside other NextGen categories.

Thanks to a partnership between the NextGen NZ Championship and ILT, Round 4 offers reduced ticket prices for all Southland motorsport fans, with access free for those under 18 — making this the most accessible round on the summer calendar for local families.

Friday is free entry thanks to Crème Insurance.

Your General Admission ticket is your All-Access Pass — full access to the Pit Paddock, Grid Walk, Pit Lane Walk, Podium Celebrations and the chance to meet the drivers, all included.

Pre-book to save, as ticket prices are slightly higher on the day.

For the latest schedule, driver lists and event day information visit www.nextgennz.co.nz. Event enquiries: events@nextgennz.co.nz

NZShift encourages you to check the official organiser's website for the latest event updates/details via the VIEW OFFICIAL EVENT below

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