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Stokes sees parity between AP4 and Rally 2 cars

Stokes sees parity between AP4 and Rally 2 cars

| May 22, 2025
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Robbie Stokes is the latest driver to experience competing in both AP4 and Rally 2 platform of cars and he insists both have their own advantages. For the past few › Read more
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What we learned from Rally South Canterbury

What we learned from Rally South Canterbury

| May 14, 2025
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Ben Hunt is clearly the man to beat this year If we didn’t already think so, Ben Hunt’s performance at South Canterbury clearly put him as the standout favourite to › Read more
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Hunt goes back to back with South Canterbury win

Hunt goes back to back with South Canterbury win

| May 10, 2025
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Ben Hunt has extended his lead in the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship after claiming victory at the South Canterbury Hydraulics Rally South Canterbury on Saturday. Hunt, › Read more
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South Canterbury Hydraulics Rally South Canterbury preview

South Canterbury Hydraulics Rally South Canterbury preview

| May 9, 2025
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The 2025 Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally continues with round two this week as competitors head to Timaru for South Canterbury Hydraulics Rally South Canterbury. The one-day event › Read more
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By the numbers – Google Grant’s key numbers for Rally South Canterbury

By the numbers – Google Grant’s key numbers for Rally South Canterbury

| May 8, 2025
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With Hayden Paddon committed to the Australian Rally Championship this year, April’s Rally Otago provided the closest result of an NZRC round since Coromandel in August 2019 – and just › Read more
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All eyes on the title prize for Jones

All eyes on the title prize for Jones

| May 6, 2025
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Bryn Jones is firmly focused on the ultimate prize in 2025 – winning the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship in his class. The Waikato-based driver has impressed › Read more
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Field set for South Canterbury Hydraulics Rally South Canterbury

Field set for South Canterbury Hydraulics Rally South Canterbury

| May 2, 2025
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A total of eight class 1 competitors headlines the entry list for the South Canterbury Hydraulics Rally South Canterbury next week. The second round of the Brian Green Property Group › Read more
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Fraser back in 2025 after another nostalgia moment

Fraser back in 2025 after another nostalgia moment

| April 17, 2025
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Reigning Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship Historic 2WD champion Paul Fraser nearly didn’t enter the 2025 championship but a tug on the heartstrings changed his mind. Fraser › Read more
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What we learned from Otago Rally

What we learned from Otago Rally

| April 8, 2025
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Ben’s testing and pre-season activity worked Perennially a slow starter, Ben Hunt was on the pace from the get-go on Saturday morning. Why? Well, he bucked his recent trend and › Read more
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Hunt takes final stage thriller at Otago Rally

Hunt takes final stage thriller at Otago Rally

| April 6, 2025
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Reigning national champion Ben Hunt has won a thrilling final stage battle at the Central Machine Hire Otago Rally to make the perfect start to the Brian Green Property Group › Read more
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Hunt holds narrow lead over Stokes brothers

Hunt holds narrow lead over Stokes brothers

| April 5, 2025
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Reigning national champion Ben Hunt holds a narrow 10.5 second lead after the opening day of the first event on the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship. Hunt, › Read more
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Hunt becomes the hunted as season kicks off

Hunt becomes the hunted as season kicks off

| April 4, 2025
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Reigning Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship champion Ben Hunt knows he will have his work cut out trying to defend his crown when the season begins this › Read more
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Central Machine Hire Otago Rally preview

Central Machine Hire Otago Rally preview

| April 2, 2025
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The 2025 Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship gets underway this week at the Central Machine Hire Otago Rally with the most open title race in recent history. › Read more
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Gilmour dares to dream of title push

Gilmour dares to dream of title push

| March 31, 2025
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Dunedin local Emma Gilmour has renewed optimism heading into the 2025 Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship season and feels she is long overdue for a good result › Read more
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Brotherly love goes out the window in 2025

Brotherly love goes out the window in 2025

| March 27, 2025
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Brotherly love will go out the window this year with Jack Stokes joining older brother Robbie in the Open 4WD class of the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally › Read more
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Calendar for 2025 revealed with two returning rounds

Calendar for 2025 revealed with two returning rounds

| December 12, 2024
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Organisers of the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship are proud to announce the 2025 calendar that includes the return of two events to the championship for the › Read more
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From the Service Park – Rally Whangarei

From the Service Park – Rally Whangarei

| November 11, 2024
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It wasn’t a great weekend for hotels in Whangarei as the NZRC didn’t quite live up to their high standards when visiting. Not such a good driver after all Which › Read more
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Hunt holds his nerve for third national title

Hunt holds his nerve for third national title

| November 10, 2024
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Ben Hunt claimed a third Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship crown after finishing second at the International Rally of Whangarei on Sunday. Hunt, in his Skoda New › Read more
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Hunt holds title advantage into final day

Hunt holds title advantage into final day

| November 9, 2024
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Ben Hunt has got one hand on the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship after the opening day of the International Rally of Whangarei. Hunt sits second to › Read more
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It all comes down to this – Hunt v Paddon for title

It all comes down to this – Hunt v Paddon for title

| November 6, 2024
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Two-time national champion Ben Hunt will look to hold off WRC rally winner and seven-time national champ Hayden Paddon in a head-to-head battle at the final round of the Brian › Read more
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By the numbers – Google Grant’s key numbers for Rally Whangarei

By the numbers – Google Grant’s key numbers for Rally Whangarei

| November 5, 2024
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THE RACE TO THE GOLD STAR – AND THEN THERE WERE TWO – ALMOST – AS OTHERS COULD STILL INFLUENCE THE FINAL OUTCOME: – UPDATED: Another Hayden Paddon master class › Read more
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Jones books ticket to Finland after Japan test

Jones books ticket to Finland after Japan test

| November 1, 2024
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Pukekohe’s Zeal Jones has been selected as just one of six competitors to earn a chance to compete in the WRC via a junior drivers initiative in Japan last week. › Read more
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Thomson to run 4WD car at Whangarei farewell

Thomson to run 4WD car at Whangarei farewell

| October 30, 2024
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Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship 2WD champion Dylan Thomson will step into a 4WD Subaru for the final round of the 2024 season at Whangarei next week. › Read more
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Paddon: I can only control what I can control

Paddon: I can only control what I can control

| October 23, 2024
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Haydon Paddon heads to the final round of the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship in Whangarei next month in unfamiliar territory. The seven-time national champion is no › Read more
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Macdonald on track for Whangarei return

Macdonald on track for Whangarei return

| October 16, 2024
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When James Macdonald was lying upside down half on the road and half in the trees at Bay of Plenty he thought he had no chance of making the final › Read more
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Gilmour all smiles after break-through result

Gilmour all smiles after break-through result

| October 9, 2024
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It might not have been the rally win but Emma Gilmour might have been the biggest winner at Rally Bay of Plenty after a break-through podium finish. Gilmour has endured › Read more
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From the Service Park – Rally Bay of Plenty

From the Service Park – Rally Bay of Plenty

| October 7, 2024
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This edition of From the Service Park is more of a visual one thanks to so many of our men (and women) in the field for dobbing in their mates. › Read more
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Paddon wins BOP but Hunt still holds title sway

Paddon wins BOP but Hunt still holds title sway

| October 5, 2024
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Hayden Paddon completed another dominant event to win Rally Bay of Plenty and move closer to an eighth Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship victory. Paddon (Hyundai New › Read more
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Hunt and Paddon battle out title favouritism at Rally BOP

Hunt and Paddon battle out title favouritism at Rally BOP

| October 3, 2024
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Two-time champion Ben Hunt will look to hold off the title threat of seven-time national champion Hayden Paddon at this weekend’s penultimate round of the Brian Green Property Group New › Read more
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By the numbers – Google Grant’s key numbers for Rally BOP

By the numbers – Google Grant’s key numbers for Rally BOP

| October 3, 2024
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THE RACE TO THE GOLD STAR – NOW IT’S VIRTUALLY A 2 HORSE RACE – BUT OTHERS COULD STILL INFLUENCE THE FINAL OUTCOME:  Hayden Paddon’s faultless, resounding victory at the › Read more
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Pittams eyes chance to shine on local roads

Pittams eyes chance to shine on local roads

| October 2, 2024
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Rally Challenge 4WD competitor Jay Pittams is relishing the chance to take the tight battle in the class to roads he is familiar with at his home event in the › Read more
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Macdonald’s search for experience has him in title fight

Macdonald’s search for experience has him in title fight

| September 25, 2024
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Southerner James Macdonald will make the trek north for the second time in three weeks when he lines up at Rally Bay of Plenty next week. Fresh off a season-best › Read more
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Zeal Jones to get major Toyota WRC opportunity

Zeal Jones to get major Toyota WRC opportunity

| September 18, 2024
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Leading Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship up-and-coming star Zeal Jones has secured an opportunity of a lifetime that could lead to a WRC spot. Fresh off his › Read more
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From the Service Park – Daybreaker Rally

From the Service Park – Daybreaker Rally

| September 16, 2024
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Opportunity of a lifetime Which talented NZRC driver is about to head overseas for a massive opportunity that could well lead to WRC? While the opportunity is now confirmed (there › Read more
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Paddon dominates Daybreaker as Hunt takes title lead

Paddon dominates Daybreaker as Hunt takes title lead

| September 14, 2024
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Hayden Paddon has romped to a dominant win at the Daybreaker Rally while Ben Hunt has taken control of the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship lead. In › Read more
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By the numbers – Google Grant’s key numbers for Daybreaker Rally

By the numbers – Google Grant’s key numbers for Daybreaker Rally

| September 11, 2024
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THE RACE TO THE GOLD STAR – update after the 3 South Island rounds: Hayden Paddon is arguably still the favourite to take out an 8th NZRC title after Whangarei › Read more
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Second half title fight resumes in Manawatu

Second half title fight resumes in Manawatu

| September 11, 2024
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The Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship title fight reignites this weekend at round four in the Manawatu-based Daybreaker Rally. Championship leader Robbie Stokes takes a one-point lead › Read more
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Jones tipped as best young up-and-comer by peers

Jones tipped as best young up-and-comer by peers

| September 4, 2024
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Zeal Jones has been ranked as the best up-and-coming star in the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship by his peers. Jones burst onto the scene with a › Read more
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Mid Season Report – The fight for the NZRC 4WD Class

Mid Season Report – The fight for the NZRC 4WD Class

| August 30, 2024
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In 2024, the fight for the NZRC 4WD class within the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship is shaping up to be a fascinating battle that will likely › Read more
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Rivals still tipping Paddon for title

Rivals still tipping Paddon for title

| August 28, 2024
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Fellow competitors in the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship think Hayden Paddon will win the 2024 title despite having to come from behind in the second half › Read more
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Junior Championship – mid-season update

Junior Championship – mid-season update

| August 27, 2024
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Five juniors took the start of the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship in 2024. To be eligible, drivers must have been under the age of 25 on › Read more
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NZRC 2WD championship – mid-season update

NZRC 2WD championship – mid-season update

| August 23, 2024
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The NZRC 2WD class of the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship is the home of some of the brightest-shining up and coming starts of the NZRC and › Read more
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MRF control tyre given the thumbs up by competitors

MRF control tyre given the thumbs up by competitors

| August 21, 2024
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Midway through the first season using the MRF control tyre and the competitor feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. The recent competitor survey, sent to all competitors in the 2024 Brian › Read more
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Rookie Championship – mid-season update

Rookie Championship – mid-season update

| August 20, 2024
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A total of 14 ‘Rookie’ drivers have taken part in the three rounds of the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship to date with an exciting battle already › Read more
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Open 2WD Championship – mid-season update

Open 2WD Championship – mid-season update

| August 16, 2024
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Home of the wild machines, the Open 2WD class has seen four entries to date in the 2024 Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship. Three vehicles contested the › Read more
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Current events get tick of approval, new events split

Current events get tick of approval, new events split

| August 14, 2024
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Competitors in the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship are split on where they would like to see the championship take future rounds to. A recent competitor survey › Read more
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Gold Card Championship – mid-season update

Gold Card Championship – mid-season update

| August 13, 2024
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The Gold Card class, which caters for drivers over 65 years of age, has been a popular addition to the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship since its › Read more
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Historic Championship – mid-season update

Historic Championship – mid-season update

| August 9, 2024
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The Historic class of the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship has been light on competition in 2024, but has seen the celebration of beautifully presented historic cars › Read more
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Hunt’s livery voted championship’s best

Hunt’s livery voted championship’s best

| August 7, 2024
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Ben Hunt’s Skoda New Zealand Fabia Rally 2 has been voted as having the best livery in the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship. A recent competitor survey › Read more
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International Driver Trophy – mid-season update

International Driver Trophy – mid-season update

| August 6, 2024
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A new award in 2024, the International driver trophy of the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship has seen a strong uptake with five drivers based overseas already › Read more
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Rally Challenge 4WD – mid-season update

Rally Challenge 4WD – mid-season update

| August 2, 2024
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The Rally Challenge 4WD class has been one of the most competitive classes in the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship all season, with a total of 14 › Read more
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Rally Challenge 4WD class building future talent

Rally Challenge 4WD class building future talent

| July 31, 2024
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The Rally Challenge 4WD class has quickly become the most competitive class within the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship. But while the class is super competitive and › Read more
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Manufacturers championship – mid-season update

Manufacturers championship – mid-season update

| July 30, 2024
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A total of 9 manufacturers are represented in the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship and with three rounds down, there is still plenty to play for. Cars › Read more
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Rally Challenge 2WD – mid-season update

Rally Challenge 2WD – mid-season update

| July 26, 2024
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A total of four teams to date have registered for the Rally Challenge 2WD class of the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship. While the field has been › Read more
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Jones working his way back from opening day mistake

Jones working his way back from opening day mistake

| July 23, 2024
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It was arguably the moment of the year but talented youngster Bryn Jones is using his mishap at Otago Rally to help him in his quest to become NZRC 2WD › Read more
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Teams Cup – mid-season update

Teams Cup – mid-season update

| July 23, 2024
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Seven teams registered for the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship Teams Cup prior to the opening round of the championship, with partnerships formed for all sorts of › Read more
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Group A Challenge – mid-season update

Group A Challenge – mid-season update

| July 19, 2024
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The Group A Challenge saw six cars cross the start ramp at the opening round, Rally Otago. Returning with their Subaru Impreza H6’s were Paul Cross/Janey Blair, James Macdonald/Josh Edwards › Read more
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Paddon backs innovation in NZRC

Paddon backs innovation in NZRC

| July 17, 2024
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New Zealand’s most successful rally driver Hayden Paddon has thrown his support behind the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship adding new initiatives in the years ahead. Paddon › Read more
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Teams Championship – mid-season update

Teams Championship – mid-season update

| July 16, 2024
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Four teams have registered to date for the Rally Challenge Teams Cup within the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship, with teams combining their finishing position and power › Read more
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Parker battles nasty injury to extend lead

Parker battles nasty injury to extend lead

| July 10, 2024
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Jared Parker had to overcome new roads, night stages, a change of crew and mechanical gremlins but that wasn’t the biggest challenge he faced enroute to winning his class at › Read more
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Macdonald thrilled with dream start to rookie campaign

Macdonald thrilled with dream start to rookie campaign

| July 3, 2024
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Caleb Macdonald has been one of the stand-out performers in the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship through the first half of the 2024 season. The Queenstown-based driver, › Read more
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From the Service Park – Southern Lights Rally

From the Service Park – Southern Lights Rally

| June 24, 2024
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Our hard-working NZRC Live team were out and about, beanies and all, at the Southern Lights Rally finding out everything there is to know for this column. Hat-tip to Rally › Read more
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Paddon wins in Southland as title battle down to a point

Paddon wins in Southland as title battle down to a point

| June 22, 2024
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Just one point separates the two leading contenders in the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship after the first visit to Southland in two decades. WRC rally winner › Read more
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Championship returns to Southland and night stages

Championship returns to Southland and night stages

| June 21, 2024
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The Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship heads to the Deep South for the first time in two decades when the Southern Lights Rally begins on Friday night. › Read more
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By the numbers – Google Grant’s key stats for Southern Lights Rally

By the numbers – Google Grant’s key stats for Southern Lights Rally

| June 19, 2024
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WELCOME BACK SOUTHLAND: After a 20 year break and with the aid of the enthusiastic team of the MotorSportNZ Award Winning R2G (Race Rally Group), led by Tony McConachy and › Read more
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Stokes in unfamiliar territory as series leader

Stokes in unfamiliar territory as series leader

| June 12, 2024
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Robbie Stokes heads south for round three of the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship in an unfamiliar position – he has the target on his back. Stokes › Read more
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Four-way battle to resume at Southern Lights Rally

Four-way battle to resume at Southern Lights Rally

| June 12, 2024
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The four-way battle at the front of the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship is set to reignite in the cold of the deep south at the Southern › Read more
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How the Cameron’s became NZRC’s popularity winners

How the Cameron’s became NZRC’s popularity winners

| May 29, 2024
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Husband and wife crew Mike and Helen Cameron are arguably as recognisable as any competitors in the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship despite often being the last › Read more
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Frustrations for Mackersy despite strong start to year

Frustrations for Mackersy despite strong start to year

| May 22, 2024
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Husband and wife crew of Tim and Lauren Mackersy have had a frustrating start to the 2024 Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship despite some excellent results. They › Read more
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From the Service Park – Rally South Canterbury

From the Service Park – Rally South Canterbury

| May 13, 2024
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Cheers to Andy Martin A massive thanks to Andy Martin and his team at the Bunker/The Fort in Timaru for putting the NZRC up in his new digs over the › Read more
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Paddon wins on return while Stokes pips Hunt for second

Paddon wins on return while Stokes pips Hunt for second

| May 11, 2024
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Haydon Paddon has made a successful return to the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship after winning Rally South Canterbury on Saturday. The WRC rally winner showed his › Read more
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Battle pack at front to resume championship fight in South Canterbury

Battle pack at front to resume championship fight in South Canterbury

| May 10, 2024
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Championship contenders Jack Hawkeswood, Robbie Stokes and Ben Hunt will continue their battle at the second round of the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship in South Canterbury › Read more
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By the numbers – Google Grant’s key stats for Rally South Canterbury

By the numbers – Google Grant’s key stats for Rally South Canterbury

| May 9, 2024
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Yes, South Canterbury is fast If you thought Otago last month was fast you are right. This year the Average Speed for the 16 Stages covering 275kms was 119.5kph. Last › Read more
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Allport – tyres won’t decide 2024 championship

Allport – tyres won’t decide 2024 championship

| May 8, 2024
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One of the brightest minds in New Zealand rallying is predicting whoever gets their head around the new MRF control tyre will have the best shot at winning this year’s › Read more
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Paddon returns to begin pursuit of Otago stars

Paddon returns to begin pursuit of Otago stars

| May 3, 2024
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Seven-time national champion Hayden Paddon returns for the second round of the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship held in South Canterbury on May 11. Paddon, who grew › Read more
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Fraser’s throwback livery providing platform to succeed

Fraser’s throwback livery providing platform to succeed

| May 1, 2024
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Paul Fraser claimed a comfortable victory in the Historic 2WD class at Otago Rally and has taken a significant step towards a title push despite being motivated by other factors › Read more
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Strong relishing every challenge in latter years

Strong relishing every challenge in latter years

| April 23, 2024
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No-one has competed in more Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championships than Dave Strong but the veteran driver isn’t planning on giving it away any time soon. Strong › Read more
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From the Service Park – Rally Otago

From the Service Park – Rally Otago

| April 15, 2024
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What a weekend we had to open the season in Otago. Fittingly, the NZRC Live team were out and about – until the wee small hours – to get all › Read more
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Hawkeswood beats Stokes for first ever NZRC win

Hawkeswood beats Stokes for first ever NZRC win

| April 14, 2024
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Jack Hawkeswood has held off a charging Robbie Stokes to claim his first ever win in the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship at Rally Otago on Sunday. › Read more
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Hawkeswood on the cusp of history after superb opening day

Hawkeswood on the cusp of history after superb opening day

| April 13, 2024
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Jack Hawkeswood produced a career drive to lead the Otago Rally by 19.4 seconds over fellow second-generation driver Robbie Stokes in the season opening event of the Brian Green Property › Read more
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Plenty of contenders to battle it out in Otago

Plenty of contenders to battle it out in Otago

| April 12, 2024
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A wide-open field will contest the opening round of the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship this weekend with any number of contenders making a case to win. › Read more
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By the numbers – Google Grant’s key stats for Otago Rally

By the numbers – Google Grant’s key stats for Otago Rally

| April 11, 2024
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Chris Grant is a leading authority on New Zealand rallying. On event, he works as a part of the Chrissport results team and off event is known as ‘Google Grant’, › Read more
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Refreshed Stokes ready for 2024 challenge

Refreshed Stokes ready for 2024 challenge

| April 10, 2024
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A refreshed and refocused Robbie Stokes will tackle the 2024 Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship this year and looms as a possible dark horse. Stokes will line › Read more
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Relaxed Hunt not fazed by potential for third title

Relaxed Hunt not fazed by potential for third title

| April 9, 2024
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Pukekohe’s Ben Hunt enters the 2024 Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship chasing a third title, something that would put him on a par with legends of our › Read more
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Hawkeswood chasing a piece of history in 2024

Hawkeswood chasing a piece of history in 2024

| April 8, 2024
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Whitford Junior driver Jack Hawkeswood sees the 2024 Brian Green Property Group as his best shot yet to crown himself New Zealand rally champion. While Hawkeswood enters the season with › Read more
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Gilmour primed for full-on tilt at 2024 NZRC

Gilmour primed for full-on tilt at 2024 NZRC

| April 5, 2024
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Gilmour will contest her first full NZRC campaign since 2018 and is hoping the stars are aligning for her to win a break-through title. One of the more experienced campaigners › Read more
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Paddon embraces challenge of defending title

Paddon embraces challenge of defending title

| April 3, 2024
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Paddon will miss the extra point scoring Otago Rally due to a clash with the opening event of his European Rally Championship schedule, leaving the rest of the Kiwi field › Read more
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Paddon’s Otago absence throws open 2024 NZRC

Paddon’s Otago absence throws open 2024 NZRC

| March 26, 2024
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The most open field in recent history will contest the opening round of the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship but the big omission is seven-time national champion › Read more
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Jones makes jump to open 4WD in 2024

Jones makes jump to open 4WD in 2024

| March 13, 2024
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The uber-talented 19-year-old will run a Smith & Sons-backed Skoda Fabia R5 and will make his championship debut at the season opening round in Otago in April. The car has › Read more
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From the Service Park – summer special

From the Service Park – summer special

| February 13, 2024
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The NZRC Live crew were in attendance at Dylan Thomson’s wedding over the weekend and were able to gain some valuable insights ahead of the 2024 Brian Green Property Group › Read more
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NZRC calendar for 2024 confirmed

NZRC calendar for 2024 confirmed

| December 11, 2023
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The Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship has confirmed a six-round 2024 calendar that will see the first half of the season take place in the South Island › Read more
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From the Service Park – Rally Bay of Plenty

From the Service Park – Rally Bay of Plenty

| October 17, 2023
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Paddon holds off SVG for BOP win, seventh title

Paddon holds off SVG for BOP win, seventh title

| October 15, 2023
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Paddon, Horan in shoot-out for 2023 title

Paddon, Horan in shoot-out for 2023 title

| October 13, 2023
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SVG to compete in final NZ event before US move

SVG to compete in final NZ event before US move

| October 12, 2023
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Rally New Zealand announces co-driver academy class of 2023

Rally New Zealand announces co-driver academy class of 2023

| October 11, 2023
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Championship scenarios and contenders – Part 3

Championship scenarios and contenders – Part 3

| October 11, 2023
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Championship scenarios and contenders – Part 2

Championship scenarios and contenders – Part 2

| October 4, 2023
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Hawkeswood: Control tyre deal is just what the sport needs

Hawkeswood: Control tyre deal is just what the sport needs

| September 29, 2023
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MRF Tyres confirmed as control tyre for 2024 and beyond

MRF Tyres confirmed as control tyre for 2024 and beyond

| September 28, 2023
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ABOUT THE NZRC

 
The New Zealand Rally Championship is this country’s premier nationwide rally championship. It attracts New Zealand’s best drivers to compete in numerous categories for the prestigious MotorSport New Zealand-sanctioned rally championship titles. In 2024, there are six NZRC rounds, each with a unique character reflecting the diverse regions – from Northland to Invercargill

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