Source: Auckland Council
A new top-of-the-line karting facility at Colin Dale Park in the city’s south is open for Aucklanders to use thanks to support from Auckland Council.
In late February, Councillor Ali Filipaina and council staff were among those who marked the new facility at Wiri with a blessing of Sir Colin Giltrap Raceway and the dedication of the Bob Cunningham straight and Crang Corner.
In 2024 the Colin Dale Park KartSport Development Charitable Trust was allocated $2.5 million by the council’s Planning, Environment and Parks Committee, through the Sport and Recreation Facilities Investment Fund.
Councillor Filipaina, who represents the Manukau Ward, says the karting facility is an important community asset not just for south Auckland, but for the whole region.
“I’m thrilled the Colin Dale Park facility is up and running. It’s a fantastic piece of sports infrastructure for the community.
“The new racetrack has come as New Zealand’s motorsport stars – the likes of Scott Dixon and Liam Lawson, are flourishing on the international stage.
“We hope Kiwi kids from all walks of life use and enjoy the facility.”
“Auckland Council is proud to have supported making this happen with significant funding through our grants scheme.”
The Sir Colin Giltrap Raceway can be used for leisure and competition for multiple wheel sport activities, including karting.
Anita Kinsman, Chair of the Colin Dale Park KartSport Development Charitable Trust, thanked the council for the funding contribution, at the opening ceremony prior to the first race day event.
“We’d like to extend our thanks to Auckland Council for their substantial contribution to this facility.
“The $2.5 million grant through the Sport and Recreation Facilities Investment Fund was essential in getting the raceway up and running for Aucklanders to use now and long into the future.”
Martin Devoy, the council’s Regional Sport and Recreation Investment Lead has been involved with the development of Colin Dale Park for a number of years and says he recognises the value of the facility.
“It has been a pleasure working with the KartSport trustees and representatives. Their professionalism, dedication and generosity have resulted in an outstanding community facility.”
Aliimalemanu Kenneth Aiolupotea, Auckland Council’s General Manager Community Wellbeing says he’s thrilled the facility is up and running for Aucklanders to use.
“A key aim of the Sport and Recreation Facilities Investment Fund is to create opportunities for Aucklanders to get active.
“Colin Dale Park is a standout example of the importance that non-council facilities play within the sport and recreation sector.”
More information on the council’s grants programme that supports Aucklanders’ aspirations for a great city, including the Sport and Recreation Facilities Investment Fund can be found on the Auckland Council website.
