Category: Rally
Hayden Paddon – He who dares wins
While former World Rally Championship title holders have returned to the category, Hayden Paddon’s recall to the Hyundai Motorsport Team…
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…
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…
WRC call-up for Paddon and Kennard
It’s the news Kiwi rally fans have been hoping for – New Zealanders Hayden Paddon and John Kennard are returning…
Otago Rally receives government-funded boost
The Central Machine Hire Otago Rally has received significant support from the New Zealand Government, securing funding through the Ministry…
Rovanperä to begin single seater journey in New Zealand
As first reported at the beginning of October on Talkmotorsport, two-time World Rally Champion Kalle Rovanperä’s single seater journey will…
Two scholarships on offer for 2026 Central Machine Hire Otago Rally
The Otago Rally is once again offering two young driver scholarships for the 2026 event, thanks to the support of…
NZ Rally Championship calendar confirmed for 2026
The Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship will return to Southland and Hawke’s Bay in 2026 with confirmation…
Impressive fifth place for Gilmour at Rally Tasmania
Crossing the ditch to compete in the Buckby Motors Rally Tasmania, Emma Gilmour ended her 2025 season on a high,…
Paddon and Kennard are the 2025 Australian Rally Champions!
Kiwi rally stars Hayden Paddon and John Kennard have done what they set out to do with their 20th season…


