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Waikato TR
Merger of Cambridge JC, Waipa RC & Waikato Racing Clubs aaand Auckland
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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.
There is ample car parking for patrons, food and refreshments and eftpos facilities available.
All enquiries welcomed
Contact details
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Waikato Thoroughbred Racing,
PO Box 10-050, Te Rapa 3241
Visit our websites:
www.teraparacing.co.nz
www.cambridgejockeyclub.co.nz////WTR at Te Rapa:
P: 07 849 2839
F: 07 849 1211
E:jbuchan@sandfield.co.nz
WTR at Cambridge
P: 07 827 6004
F: 07 827 907
E: ceo@sandfield.co.nz
All meetings
Open/close| Date | Course | Meeting Name/Type |
|---|---|---|
| Wed 4 Jun 2025 | Cambridge Synthetic | Industry |
| Sat 14 Jun 2025 | Te Rapa | Feature |
| Wed 18 Jun 2025 | Cambridge Synthetic | Industry |
| Sat 5 Jul 2025 | Te Rapa | Feature |
| Thu 10 Jul 2025 | Cambridge Synthetic | Industry |
| Wed 23 Jul 2025 | Cambridge Synthetic | Other |
| Wed 30 Jul 2025 | Cambridge Synthetic | Industry |
| Fri 8 Aug 2025 | Cambridge Synthetic | Industry |
| Sat 9 Aug 2025 | Te Rapa | Feature |
| Wed 20 Aug 2025 | Cambridge Synthetic | Industry |
| Sat 23 Aug 2025 | Te Rapa | Feature |
| Fri 29 Aug 2025 | Cambridge Synthetic | Industry |
| Wed 10 Sep 2025 | Cambridge Synthetic | Industry |
| Sun 14 Sep 2025 | Te Rapa | Feature |
| Fri 26 Sep 2025 | Te Rapa | Feature |
| Wed 1 Oct 2025 | Cambridge Synthetic | Industry |
| Mon 27 Oct 2025 | Te Rapa | Feature |
| Sat 8 Nov 2025 | Te Rapa | Feature |
| Sat 13 Dec 2025 | Te Rapa | Premier |
| Sat 20 Dec 2025 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Fri 16 Jan 2026 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Fri 30 Jan 2026 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Sat 7 Feb 2026 | Te Rapa | Premier |
| Sun 12 Apr 2026 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Sat 25 Apr 2026 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Sat 2 May 2026 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Wed 20 May 2026 | Cambridge Synthetic | Other |
| Sun 24 May 2026 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Sat 30 May 2026 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Sat 13 Jun 2026 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Wed 17 Jun 2026 | Cambridge Synthetic | Other |
| Sat 4 Jul 2026 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Thu 9 Jul 2026 | Cambridge Synthetic | Other |
| Wed 22 Jul 2026 | Cambridge Synthetic | Other |
| Wed 29 Jul 2026 | Cambridge Synthetic | Other |
Featured meeting
The Club conducts three Premier Race Days:
- December - SkyCity Hamilton Waikato Cup Day Yay
- February - Legends Day
- May - Premier Jumping Day
Waikato 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.
Legends 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.
Contact details
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Te Rapa Road
HamiltonP: 07 849 2839
F: 07 849 1211
E: info@teraparacing.co.nz
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/close| Date | Club | Meeting Name/Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sat 14 Jun 2025 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Feature |
| Sat 5 Jul 2025 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Feature |
| Sat 26 Jul 2025 | Taumarunui RC | Feature |
| Sat 9 Aug 2025 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Feature |
| Sat 23 Aug 2025 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Feature |
| Sun 14 Sep 2025 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Feature |
| Fri 26 Sep 2025 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Feature |
| Mon 27 Oct 2025 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Feature |
| Sat 8 Nov 2025 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Feature |
| Sat 13 Dec 2025 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Premier |
| Sat 20 Dec 2025 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
| Fri 16 Jan 2026 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
| Fri 30 Jan 2026 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
| Sat 7 Feb 2026 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Premier |
| Sun 12 Apr 2026 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
| Sat 25 Apr 2026 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
| Sat 2 May 2026 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
| Sun 24 May 2026 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
| Sat 30 May 2026 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
| Sat 13 Jun 2026 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
| Sat 4 Jul 2026 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
| Sat 25 Jul 2026 | 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.