Wagga & District Kart Racing Club

16/06/2026

📣3 WEEKS UNTIL BRAD JONES CHALLENGE ROUND 3📣

Help support grassroots racing by heading over to Griffith to support them with the 3rd round of the 2026 Brad Jones Challenge.

These races are a great family fun filled day to represent what grassroots racing is all about and regional clubs coming together to support each other.

16/06/2026

12/06/2026

VALE: MATT PAYNE

It is with great sadness that we share the news of the sudden passing of long-time karting commentator Matt Payne aged 46.

For more than 20 years, Matt has been the voice of Australian karting, providing media and commentary services at events across the country. Through his work as a commentator and journalist, he witnessed the development of countless young drivers who have gone on to successful careers in motorsport, and he took genuine pride in helping tell their stories and celebrate their achievements. His passion for karting, his knowledge of the sport, and his familiar voice will be deeply missed by competitors, officials and families alike.

On behalf of everyone at Karting Australia and the broader karting community, we extend our heartfelt condolences to his mother Helen, his brother Daniel, and the extended Payne family and friends during this very difficult time.

Details of Matt’s funeral arrangements will be shared once they are available.

07/06/2026

👏THANK YOU ABSOLUTE MESH & STEEL👏

Huge thank you to Wayne Green and the team from Absolute Mesh and Steel for their very generous donation of GeoHex materials used for our ripple strip upgrades to further improve our track safety.

06/06/2026

👏 Congratulations to Jason Wells! 👏

While at the Australian Kart Masters, Jason was presented with his Level 2 Scrutineer’s Certification by Paul Hull (State Technical Commissioner) , recognising his commitment, knowledge and ongoing contribution to karting in NSW.

Officials and volunteers play a vital role in keeping our sport safe, fair and running smoothly, and it’s fantastic to see Jason’s dedication rewarded with this achievement.

Please join us in congratulating Jason on reaching this important milestone! 🏁🏆

02/06/2026

📣JUNE COMMITTEE MEETING LOCATION CHANGE📣

June Committee meeting is tonight, for the members who will be attending please not we have changed the meeting location to Viewco, 11 Jones St due to wet weather to help preserve our driveways

01/06/2026

On Sunday, May 31, a few of our members headed down to support Albury Wodonga Kart Club at their Club Day!

Congratulations to all who came home with a podium finish, you should be proud of yourself. Keep up the hard work and great sportsmanship and supporting our local clubs.

29/05/2026

KARTING AUSTRALIA ANNOUNCES TYRE SUPPLIERS FOR 2027-2031

The Board of Karting Australia has confirmed the appointment of Maxxis and Vega as the tyre suppliers for Karting Australia sanctioned competition from January 1, 2027, through to December 31, 2031.

This outcome follows an extensive tender and evaluation process undertaken over the past 18 months by Karting Australia management and directors.

2027-2031 Karting Australia Tyres
Group 1 (Cadet 9 and Cadet 12) – Maxxis KA-Cadet
Group 2 (KA3 Junior, KA3 Senior, TaG 125 Restricted) – Maxxis RED MAO
Group 3 (TaG 125, Rotax, KA2) – Vega KA-H
Group 4 (KZ2, X30, Open Performance) – Vega KA-M
Group 5 (4SS, 4SS Supersport) – Maxxis Sport

Read More on www.karting.net.au

23/05/2026

🏁Celebrating Our Volunteers - National Volunteer Week🏁

This National Volunteer Week, we proudly recognise the incredible volunteers at Wagga & District Kart Racing Club who keep our sport moving forward every race weekend and the work done behind the scenes.

From officials, starters, canteen helpers, committee members, track maintenance crews and everyone else behind the scenes - your time, effort and passion make karting possible for our drivers, families and community.

Your dedication helps create a safe, welcoming and exciting environment for the next generation of racers to learn, compete and grow.

👏Thank You Wagga & District Kart Racing Club and Karting Australia affiliated volunteers!!