The Colin Dale Park KartSport Development Charitable Trust

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World-class motorsport facility opens in South Auckland - Wiri Licensing Trust Wiri Licensing Trust is thrilled with all the community support behind its Jammies for June campaign aimed at keeping kids warm this winter.

The Colin Dale PArk KartSport Development Charitable Trust trustee , Tony Mitchell talks to Andy Thompson on The Local Game podcast about the facilities including the new rental facility

Tony Mitchell | KartSport Auckland Go-Cart track trustee (26/2/26) The Local Game · Episode

Auckland Council's support has been absolutley pivotal to the development and opening of the new Sir Colin Giltrap Raceway at Colin Dale Park.

With their support, we have been able to deliver New Zealand's newest motorsport facility which will serve not only karting, but a multitude of sporting groups from across Auckland and beyond.

In addition, the track has been built to international kart standards, meaning that it will be able to be used to host international and regional kart events - something that has not been seen in this country.

It was therefore absolutely wonderful that Auckland Council was there to share in the opening ceremony late last month represented by councilor Alf Filipaina and other council staff.

Please take a moment to read the article on the Auckland Council website which covers the event and their involvement in detail.

Thanks again to Auckland Council for their incredible support.

Colin Dale Park raceway up and running with Auckland Council support A new top-of-the-line karting facility at Colin Dale Park in the city’s south is open for Aucklanders to use thanks to support from Auckland Council.

Images from today at the Sir Colin Giltrap Opening Club Day are now up and available for purchase!

*Please note that image packages are not available for this event and images can only be purchased through the website*

Images are available for purchase at:
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A ribbon cutting followed the opening ceremony.
Robert Cunningham and Vaughan Crang were each presented with outstanding recognition awards and had sections of the track named after them.
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The official openning of the Sir Colin Giltrap Raceway took place this morning.
With great pride we open the gates to a new era of racing and recreation for wheeled sports in the Auckland region.

Photo credit: DJ Mills / Shutter Media Group

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If you intend to race at the opening club day, please do your bit and come along to the working bee. Lots want to enjoy the track, but it didn’t build itself

SIR COLIN GILTRAP RACEWAY - WORKING BEE - SATURDAY 14 FEBRUARY

One last push before our first race day !

There will be a working bee on Saturday 14 February from 9am.

Last jobs to finish -

Topsoil
W**d eating
Lawn mowing
W**d spraying
Containers to load
Notice boards to hang
Appliances to unload

Come along and help where you can please.

Thank you.

KartSport Auckland Committee

The first meeting is next weekend…if you plan on racing, please turn up to tomorrow’s working bee.

Les was a familiar face and a driving force behind KartSport Mt Wellington which paved the way for Sir Colin Giltrap Raceway. We are incredibly saddened to hear of his passing and wish to extend our sincere condolences to his family and loved ones. Les’s contributions to the sport were extraordinary and his karting family will miss him dearly.

Vale Les Thompson

We are saddened to mark the passing of Les, a much-loved and highly respected member of the karting community. Les was a Life Member of KartSport Mt Wellington, where he served as President for approximately a decade, leaving a lasting legacy at “Mt Welly.”

Les’ love of karting and dedication to the sport continued well beyond his time in club leadership. As an official, he served for decades as a Grade 1 steward, giving tirelessly of his time. His commitment was enormous, from regular club days to major events, Les spent countless weekends officiating and supporting the sport he loved.

Many drivers will fondly remember being called up for a quiet chat, where Les would pull out his well-worn book and ask for your recollection of an incident. More often than not, these moments were opportunities for learning and guidance rather than punishment, reflecting Les’ belief in education and fairness.

A kind and gentle man, Les’ contribution to karting and the people within it was immense. He will be sorely missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Best Christmas present ever!
Huge thanks to all involved with the big push over the last few months.
The track looks stunning.

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