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Waikato RC
The Waikato Racing Club is the host club conducting 16 licences of the 18 race days held annually at Te Rapa Racecourse, Hamilton.
The club is the flagship of the Waikato Region which accommodates New Zealand's largest population of horse operations and racing personnel.
The racetrack has been upgraded in recent times and provides an excellent surface all year round.
The course includes a steeplechase track with spectacular viewing of the jumps down the front straight and has training facilities for up to 100 horses.
Entry to most Te Rapa racedays is free of charge, however there are a few meetings each year that will attract an entry fee for those over 18yrs old. See raceday advertising or contact the racing club for more information if required.
Membership costs are $100 per season that entitles every member to one membership badge, one guest badge and one car park pass. Membership grants entry to all race days throughout the year as well as exclusive member functions and other benefits for members to enjoy. For more information regarding membership please contact the club directly.
There is ample car parking for patrons, food and refreshments and eftpos facilities available.
All enquiries welcomed
Contact details
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Waikato Racing Club
PO Box 10-050, Te Rapa 3241P: 07 849 2839
F: 07 849 1211
E: [email protected]
W: www.teraparacing.co.nz
Featured meeting
The Club conducts three Premier Race Days:
- December - Waikato Times Gold Cup Day
- February - Ladies Day
- May - Premier Jumping Day
Gold Cup Day has the largest attendance of any meeting at Te Rapa and being so close to Christmas accommodates many end-of-year business functions as well as full utilisation of the corporate facilities. It is also a heavily family oriented day for picnics on the lawn and prior bookings for spaces are essential.
Ladies Day is our elite premier meeting for the racing purist with two Group 1 races (Herbie Dyke Stakes and BCD Group Sprint) and one Group 2 race - the David & Karyn Ellis Fillies Classic.
The Premier Jumping Day attracts the jumping enthusiasts along with large functions and private groups oncourse. Te Rapa is regarded as one of the premier jumping venues and hosts our two feature races each year.
Course
Te Rapa
The Te Rapa racecourse is six kilometres north of Central Hamilton. A symmetrical left-handed track with a circumference of 1788 metres. The Waikato Racing Club races fourteen times a year, and shares the facilities with the Cambridge Jockey Club who still host two meetings per year at this venue.
Distance | Time | Horse | Date |
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Contact details
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Te Rapa Road
HamiltonP: 07 849 2839
F: 07 849 1211
E: [email protected]
W: www.teraparacing.co.nz
Course Info
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Entry to all other Te Rapa racedays is free including car parking
Facilities: The Kentucky Lounge is the Members facility. There is a children’s playground on course.
Hospitality: There are seven private suites available to people wishing to entertain corporate guests. Various menus and beverage options are available.
Non racedays: Te Rapa is also home to Te Rapa Conference & Function Centre. With a park like setting right in Hamilton, this modern facility has several well appointed lounges offering tasteful decor, lift access, wheelchair access, ample off street parking, and all rooms have a bar and dance floor. Visit www.hamcat.co.nz for more details.
TE RAPA TRACK RECORDS | ||||
(Since introduction of Metrics) | ||||
Distance | Horse | Weight | Time | Date |
800 | LORD SHIFNAL | 53.5kg | 47.9 | 22/10/1973 |
1000 | KINDACROSS | 55.5kg | 57.23 | 11/12/2004 |
1100 | ASAHI | 55.0kg | 01:03.8 | 16/01/1994 |
1200 | WEALTH PRINCESS | 53.5kg | 01:08.6 | 12/12/2009 |
1300 | HIGH REGARDS | 55.5kg | 01:14.7 | 16/11/1985 |
1400 | DOPFF | 52.5kg | 01:20.4 | 11/12/1993 |
1600 | GRACE WITH POWER | 56.0kg | 01:33.47 | 09/11/2013 |
2000 | (NZ) CAPTAIN COOK | 52.0kg | 01:58.8 | 11/02/1992 |
2100 | (NZ) ALVATOR | 55.25kg | 02:07.0 | 12/02/1985 |
2200 | CHAD | 55.0kg | 02:12.4 | 10/11/1990 |
2300 | (NZ) PRINCE ALIBHAI | 51.0kg | 02:20.2 | 25/10/1993 |
2400 | (NZ) THE FILBERT | 58.0kg | 02:24.9 | 22/11/1986 |
3200 | TIPPLER | 55.0kg | 03:17.6 | 11/02/1986 |
2400 (Hurdles) | GOOD IDEA | 62.0kg | 02:36.4 | 25/10/1993 |
2800 (Hurdles) | BLINDER | 61.5kg | 03:11.0 | 24/09/1982 |
3000 (Hurdles) | OIO | 59.75kg | 03:28.0 | 18/05/1974 |
3200 (Hurdles) | JUST A RIDGE | 60.0kg | 03:32.4 | 18/05/1985 |
3200 (Steeples) | GRANDE | 60.5kg | 03:59.0 | 11/05/1974 |
4000 (Steeples) | AIRCON | 61.5kg | 04:36.0 | 11/05/1974 |
4900 (Steeples) | RESOLUTION | 62.5kg | 05:46.5 | 18/05/1985 |
All meetings
Open/closeDate | Club | Meeting Name/Type |
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Sat 27 Apr 2024 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Feature |
Sat 4 May 2024 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Feature |
Sat 18 May 2024 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Feature |
Sat 15 Jun 2024 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Feature |
Sat 6 Jul 2024 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Feature |
Sat 27 Jul 2024 | Taumarunui RC | Feature |
Sat 10 Aug 2024 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Feature |
Sat 24 Aug 2024 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Feature |
Sun 15 Sep 2024 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
Fri 27 Sep 2024 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
Mon 28 Oct 2024 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
Sat 9 Nov 2024 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
Sat 14 Dec 2024 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Premier |
Sat 21 Dec 2024 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
Thu 16 Jan 2025 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
Thu 30 Jan 2025 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
Sat 8 Feb 2025 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Premier |
Sun 13 Apr 2025 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
Sat 26 Apr 2025 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
Sat 3 May 2025 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
Sat 24 May 2025 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
Sat 14 Jun 2025 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
Sat 5 Jul 2025 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
Sat 26 Jul 2025 | Taumarunui RC | Other |
Featured meeting
The Club conducts three Premier Race Days:
- December - Waikato Times Gold Cup Day
- February - Ladies Day
- May - Premier Jumping Day
Gold Cup Day has the largest attendance of any meeting at Te Rapa and being so close to Christmas accommodates many end-of-year business functions as well as full utilisation of the corporate facilities. It is also a heavily family oriented day for picnics on the lawn and prior bookings for spaces are essential.
Ladies Day is our elite premier meeting for the racing purist with two Group 1 races (Herbie Dyke Stakes and BCD Group Sprint) and one Group 2 race - the David & Karyn Ellis Fillies Classic.
The Premier Jumping Day attracts the jumping enthusiasts along with large functions and private groups oncourse. Te Rapa is regarded as one of the premier jumping venues and hosts our two feature races each year.