MotorSport New Zealand appoints Mike Hartley as Chief Executive Officer
MotorSport New Zealand is pleased to announce the appointment of Mike Hartley as its new Chief Executive Officer, following an extensive recruitment process. Hartley brings with him a rare combination of deep commercial expertise, governance experience, and a lifelong passion for sport and motorsport in particular. With...
Michael Masi appointed as Event Director for Repco NextGen NZ Championship
MotorSport New Zealand has appointed experienced and highly regarded motorsport professional Michael Masi as the Event Director for the Repco NextGen NZ Championship. The Event Director is a pivotal role within New Zealand’s premier race championship, responsible for overseeing the team of MotorSport New Zealand officials...
Ignite Motorsport Club launches with standout inaugural event at Hamilton Car Club
MotorSport New Zealand is celebrating a highly successful inaugural Ignite Motorsport Club event, held on Sunday 14 December at Hamilton Car Club, marking an exciting new chapter in making motorsport more accessible to young New Zealanders. The event was oversubscribed, highlighting strong demand for entry-level opportunities,...
Have your say: 2025 Customer Survey
MotorSport New Zealand is committed to continuously improving the quality of service we deliver to our competition licence holders. We want you to have your say as a competition licence holder and provide us with constructive feedback. We've put together an annual survey specifically for our...
Craig Baird appointed to MotorSport New Zealand’s Board
MotorSport New Zealand has appointed Craig Baird MNZM as a new Board Member, bringing a wealth of international motorsport experience and road-tested governance expertise to the organisation. One of New Zealand motorsport’s most successful and respected competitors, Baird is a veteran professional driver with countless national...
Paddon and Kennard return to WRC
It’s the news Kiwi rally fans have been hoping for – New Zealanders Hayden Paddon and John Kennard are returning to compete in the FIA World Rally Championship with Hyundai Motorsport in 2026! Paddon and Kennard have been asked to rejoin Hyundai Motorsport for a...
Liam Lawson re-signs with Racing Bulls for 2026 Formula 1 season
Kiwi Formula 1 talent Liam Lawson has officially been re-signed by Racing Bulls for the 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship, marking another major milestone in the young New Zealander’s rapidly ascending career. Lawson’s re-signing cements his place on the F1 grid as the team transitions...
Office Closure: 2025-26 Holiday Period
MotorSport New Zealand will be closed for the Christmas break from 23 December to 5 January. Limited services will be available between 10am-2pm on 29 and 30 December. Urgent enquiries and applications can still be submitted at any time via MotorSport Online or by emailing morgen@motorsport.org.nz. To ensure...
Jones claims glory at NZ Gold Star Hillclimb Championship
The roar of engines and the thrill of hillclimb competition filled Port Waikato over the weekend as competitors from across the country battled for national honours at the 2025 NZ Gold Star Hillclimb Championship, hosted by the Pukekohe Car Club on 22–23 November. The championship featured...
NZIGP Waikato Challenge cancelled after medical event
A competitor has been transported to hospital in a critical condition after suffering a medical event during a race at the NZIGP Waikato Challenge event at Hampton Downs on Sunday 23 November. The competitor pulled off to the side of the track and responders were on...