The New Zealand Rally Championship is this country’s premier nationwide rally championship and, as such, attracts New Zealand’s best drivers to compete in numerous categories for the prestigious MotorSport New Zealand-sanctioned rally championship titles.
Keep up to date with the teams and the championship news, right here…
Calendar for 2025 revealed with two returning rounds
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
From the Service Park – Rally Whangarei
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
Hunt holds his nerve for third national title
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
Hunt holds title advantage into final day
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
It all comes down to this – Hunt v Paddon for title
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
By the numbers – Google Grant’s key numbers for Rally Whangarei
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
Jones books ticket to Finland after Japan test
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.
Thomson to run 4WD car at Whangarei farewell
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.
Paddon: I can only control what I can control
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
Macdonald on track for Whangarei return
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
Gilmour all smiles after break-through result
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
From the Service Park – Rally Bay of Plenty
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.
Paddon wins BOP but Hunt still holds title sway
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
Hunt and Paddon battle out title favouritism at Rally BOP
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
By the numbers – Google Grant’s key numbers for Rally BOP
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
Pittams eyes chance to shine on local roads
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
Macdonald’s search for experience has him in title fight
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
Zeal Jones to get major Toyota WRC opportunity
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
From the Service Park – Daybreaker Rally
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
Paddon dominates Daybreaker as Hunt takes title lead
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
By the numbers – Google Grant’s key numbers for Daybreaker Rally
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
Second half title fight resumes in Manawatu
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
Jones tipped as best young up-and-comer by peers
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
Mid Season Report – The fight for the NZRC 4WD Class
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
Rivals still tipping Paddon for title
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
Junior Championship – mid-season update
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
NZRC 2WD championship – mid-season update
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
MRF control tyre given the thumbs up by competitors
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
Rookie Championship – mid-season update
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
Open 2WD Championship – mid-season update
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
Current events get tick of approval, new events split
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
Gold Card Championship – mid-season update
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
Historic Championship – mid-season update
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
Hunt’s livery voted championship’s best
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
International Driver Trophy – mid-season update
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
Rally Challenge 4WD – mid-season update
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
Rally Challenge 4WD class building future talent
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
Manufacturers championship – mid-season update
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
Rally Challenge 2WD – mid-season update
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
Jones working his way back from opening day mistake
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
Teams Cup – mid-season update
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
Group A Challenge – mid-season update
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
Paddon backs innovation in NZRC
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
Teams Championship – mid-season update
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
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