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Perth Now
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Perth Now
Free public transport available for Supercars fans next week
As excitement revs up for next week's Perth Super440, fans are being urged to hop aboard the free public transport options available to get to and from the highly anticipated event from June 6 to June 8. Supercars will return to Raceway near Wanneroo for round five of the 2025 Repco Supercars Championship, continuing a legacy of more than 50 years of top-tier racing in WA. With limited free parking at the site and heavy traffic expected in the area, free public transport has been made available on the Trans Perth network for fans attending the event. Fans enjoy the 2024 Perth SuperSprint of the Repco Supercars Championship at Wanneroo Raceway. Credit: Kass Brumley / EDGE Photographics Free train services will be available to Clarkson Station near the circuit and a dedicated shuttle bus will travel between Clarkson Station and the event venue at Wanneroo at regular intervals next Saturday and Sunday. The shuttle service will start at 7am and end at 6.15pm on Saturday, and from 7.30am to 5.45pm on Sunday. The event will see the Wanneroo circuit rack up it's 100th race — the first circuit to do so in the sport's history. Perth-local Brodie Kostecki, who grew up Ballajura and is the 2023 Supercars Champion and defending Bathurst Champion, will be competing in the event. For the first time, the Wanneroo event will feature the exciting new Super440 format that includes two 120km sprint races on Saturday and a 200km refuelling race on Sunday. General admission tickets start at $34. More details about the event can be found on the Supercars website.
NZ Autocar
23-05-2025
- Automotive
- NZ Autocar
Supercars confirms Taupo and Christchurch race venues
South Island's Ruapuna will host the Repco Supercars Championship from 2026-2028 as part of a New Zealand double-header. The category locks in a two-event presence in both the North and South Islands from 2026-2028. It ensures Supercar racing will take place in Taupō and Christchurch over the next three years. The inclusion of Ruapuna Raceway is a milestone moment, the club-run venue now poised to shine on the international stage. Supercars CEO Shane Howard thanked the three major organisation involved for their support in making the vision a reality. 'This is an incredibly exciting day for Supercars and for fans across New Zealand. 'We've always wanted to race in the South Island, and…that dream will become a reality from 2026,' Howard said. 'Christchurch is a motorsport city, and Ruapuna is a circuit with huge potential. This is a passionate community with a proud history, and we are thrilled to bring Supercars to the South Island for the first time. The addition of Ruapuna underscores Supercars' long-term commitment to New Zealand, currently home to five of the Championship's stars. Supercars can also confirm that racing will continue at Taupō International Motorsport Park until at least the end of 2028. Ruapuna Raceway will benefit from a multimillion-dollar upgrade ahead of the event. The community-led vision is to enhance sustainability, accessibility, and facilities, including track resurfacing. A rebuilt supporters' lounge is part of the plan. The Canterbury Car Club has already raised nearly $1 million toward the first stage of development. Its president, Lewis Low said: 'We're incredibly proud to see Ruapuna join the Supercars calendar. We couldn't be more excited to welcome Supercars to our home.' Christchurch Mayor Phil Mauger said the news was a major win for local fans and for Christchurch's wider tourism economy. Taupō District Mayor David Trewavas said: 'We're thrilled to see Taupō remain a key part of the Supercars Championship through to at least 2028. To see it grow into a two-week New Zealand celebration alongside Christchurch is fantastic for the whole country.' Tony Quinn, the owner of Taupō International Motorsport Park, said: 'Locking in Supercars until 2028 is a huge vote of confidence in what we've built at Taupō. 'From day one, we've wanted to make this one of the best motorsport experiences in the Southern Hemisphere, and Supercars has been a huge part of that vision. 'With Taupō and now Ruapuna on the calendar, New Zealand's motorsport scene is stepping onto the world stage like never before.' Organisers will announce the official name, ticketing details and supporting categories for the 2026 Ruapuna event in due course.
Scoop
22-05-2025
- Automotive
- Scoop
Supercars Confirms NZ Double Header – Ruapuna To Join Calendar
• Supercars to race double-header in New Zealand from 2026-2028 • Christchurch venue Ruapuna to host Supercars over next three years • Taupō circuit extends deal to keep racing on North Island until at least end of 2028 The Repco Supercars Championship will proudly bring racing to Christchurch from 2026, with Ruapuna Raceway set to host the first-ever Supercars event on New Zealand's South Island — part of a groundbreaking NZ double-header. The announcement marks a major moment for Supercars and Kiwi motorsport fans alike, as the category locks in a two-event presence in both the North and South Islands of Aotearoa from 2026- 2028, ensuring racing will take place in Taupō and Ōtautahi Christchurch over the next three years. The inclusion of Ruapuna Raceway is a milestone moment — a proud, club-run venue with deep local roots and a passionate motorsport community, now poised to shine on the international stage. Just 15km west of the city, Ruapuna Raceway will bring Supercars to Christchurch – a city steeped in motorsport culture, now ready for its biggest-ever event. Supercars CEO Shane Howard thanked the New Zealand Government, ChristchurchNZ Christchurch City Council and the Canterbury Car Club for their tireless support in making the vision a reality. 'This is an incredibly exciting day for Supercars and for fans across New Zealand. 'We've always wanted to race in the South Island, and thanks to the commitment of the New Zealand Government, ChristchurchNZ, Christchurch City Council and the incredible work of the Canterbury Car Club, that dream will become a reality from 2026,' Howard said. 'Christchurch is a motorsport city, and Ruapuna is a circuit with huge potential. This is a passionate community with a proud history, and we are thrilled to bring Supercars to the South Island for the first time. 'Since Supercars' first visit to New Zealand in 2001, more than 2.3 million fans have attended championship events across the country and we're thrilled to be bringing a second event to the country that makes up 20 per cent of our total audience. 'We know what Supercars means to New Zealanders. This is going to be a two-week celebration of Kiwi motorsport that will rival any on our calendar.' The addition of Ruapuna underscores Supercars' long-term commitment to New Zealand – currently home to five of the Championship's brightest stars and some of its most dedicated fans. Following a sell-out return to New Zealand in 2024 at Taupō and the success of the 2025 event that saw kiwi Matt Payne win the coveted Jason Richards Memorial Trophy on home soil, Supercars can also confirm today that racing will continue at Taupō International Motorsport Park until at least the end of 2028. Ruapuna Raceway will benefit from a multimillion-dollar upgrade ahead of the event, with a community-led vision to enhance sustainability, accessibility, and facilities, including track resurfacing and a rebuilt supporters' lounge. New Zealand Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston said: 'For more than 20 years Supercars Championship events have played an important role showcasing our beautiful country to an international audience and I'm thrilled the South Island will now be part of this from next year. 'I'm pleased that with this investment from our Major Events Fund, New Zealand's strong relationship with Supercars will continue in Taupo and extend to include Christchurch, with all the benefits that brings.' The project is being driven by the Canterbury Car Club, who have already raised nearly $1 million toward the first stage of development. Canterbury Car Club President, Lewis Low said: 'We're incredibly proud to see Ruapuna join the Supercars calendar. 'This is a dream come true for our club and for motorsport fans right across the South Island. It's the result of years of hard work from our dedicated volunteers and supporters, and we couldn't be more excited to welcome Supercars to our home.' 'Ruapuna has a proud grassroots heritage, and this investment will help us transform the venue into a world-class facility that can deliver an unforgettable experience for fans, teams and drivers alike.' Christchurch Mayor Phil Mauger – a long-time supporter of bringing Supercars to the city – said the news was a major win for local fans and for Christchurch's wider tourism economy. 'This is a massive win for Christchurch,' the Mayor said. 'Securing a Supercars event puts our city firmly on the international events map and will inject millions into our local economy — from tourism and hospitality to local jobs and infrastructure. It will help showcase the innovation and cutting edge technology that is a key part of our city.' 'Christchurch has long been a city of motorsport lovers, and now we finally have the world-class event we've been waiting for. I can't wait to see the streets come alive when Supercars come to town.' The event is expected to mirror the success of Taupō, which attracted more than 67,000 fans in 2024 and injected millions into the local economy, including 22,000 visitor nights and $5.8 million in visitor spending. Taupō District Mayor David Trewavas said: 'We're thrilled to see Taupō remain a key part of the Supercars Championship through to at least 2028. 'The Supercars event has already proven to be a huge success for our community – it brings energy, visitors, and international attention to our district. To see it grow into a two-week New Zealand celebration alongside Christchurch is fantastic for the whole country.' 'We're proud to play our part in this trans-island motorsport moment, and we can't wait to keep welcoming fans and teams back to Taupō.' Tony Quinn (Owner, Taupō International Motorsport Park) said: 'Locking in Supercars until 2028 is a huge vote of confidence in what we've built at Taupō. 'From day one, we've wanted to make this one of the best motorsport experiences in the Southern Hemisphere, and Supercars has been a huge part of that vision. The feedback from fans, teams, and drivers has been overwhelmingly positive, and we're only just getting started.' 'With Taupō and now Ruapuna on the calendar, New Zealand's motorsport scene is stepping onto the world stage like never before.' The addition of Ruapuna joins a proud list of New Zealand venues in Supercars history, alongside Pukekohe, Hamilton, and Taupō – and ensures the South Island finally gets its chance to play host to the world's premier touring car series. The full event name, ticketing details and supporting categories for the 2026 Ruapuna event will be announced in due course.
