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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Thu 16 Jan 2025 | Te Rapa | Industry |
| Fri 31 Jan 2025 | Te Rapa | Industry |
| Sat 8 Feb 2025 | Te Rapa | Premier |
| Sun 13 Apr 2025 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Sat 26 Apr 2025 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Sat 3 May 2025 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Wed 21 May 2025 | Cambridge Synthetic | Other |
| Sat 24 May 2025 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Sat 31 May 2025 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Wed 4 Jun 2025 | Cambridge Synthetic | Other |
| Sat 14 Jun 2025 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Wed 18 Jun 2025 | Cambridge Synthetic | Other |
| Sat 5 Jul 2025 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Thu 10 Jul 2025 | Cambridge Synthetic | Other |
| Wed 23 Jul 2025 | Cambridge Synthetic | Other |
| Wed 30 Jul 2025 | 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.
| 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: 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Thu 16 Jan 2025 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Industry |
| Fri 31 Jan 2025 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Industry |
| 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 31 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.