Highlands - Experience the Exceptional

18/06/2026

Street Smart, driven by Tony Quinn Foundation Road Safety, is a hands-on practical hands-on practicalyoung driver programme built on world-leading training practices to create safer, smarter, and more aware drivers.

Our mission is to reduce road deaths in New Zealand by helping young drivers develop essential safety skills beyond the basics of a standard driving test.

Street Smart is a one day, hands-on, practical experience where young drivers and their parents/guardians participate in activities, guided and coached by professional drivers.

There are still spots available for the upcoming July School Holidays. View South Island dates below and book now!

www.streetsmart.org.nz/upcoming-dates-register

18/06/2026

MEETINGS 2026!!!

Shannon and Michelle ventured up to Auckland for this year's MEETINGS 2026 business and events tradeshow!

Thank you to everyone who visted the Highlands stand! It was great connecting with so many familiar faces and new faces from across the industry!

17/06/2026

Frosty Central Otago morning for the Winter Drive Experience!

Great conditions for learning how to stay safe on NZ winter roads!

Make sure to book your team in today!!

17/06/2026

Ever dreamt of taking the wheel and navigating the thrilling Highlands track in your own car? Seize the opportunity this SUNDAY!!

Enjoy the thrill of two laps trailing our Highlands Taxi, setting the pace. After your time on the track, unwind at the Café with a delightful breakfast and share a few yarns with other car enthusiasts!

Check in from 9am for a 9.30am departure.

And for those who opt to pre-book, there's an exciting bonus – you'll be entered into a draw for a chance to win a Supercar Fast Dash on the very same day!

For more information and to book click below

www.highlands.co.nz/events/track-laps-breakfast

13/06/2026

🏁Great news for young Kiwi racers!

The Tony Quinn Foundation has expanded the TQF Development Driver Fund to support drivers aged 20 and under across Formula Ford, Mazda, TA2, and GT New Zealand in the Repco NextGen NZ Championship.

Full eligibility criteria and application details will be announced soon.

Read the full story below 👇

https://www.tonyquinnfoundation.com/news/the-tony-quinn-foundation-widens-support-to-development-category-drivers-in-the-repco-nextgen-nz-championship

The Tony Quinn Foundation is excited to announce the launch of the TQF Development Driver Fund – expanding our support across development categories in the NextGen NZ Championship!

The expansion of funding follows confirmation that TQF's sponsorship of Formula Ford was no longer required following the category's signing of new major partner, Rodin Cars. TQF warmly welcomes Rodin's increased involvement and support of this important development category.

We've always believed development categories are vital pathways for emerging racing talent.

Rather than stepping back, the Foundation is stepping forward – broadening its support to help even more young Kiwi drivers.

The new fund will be open to drivers aged 20 and under competing in:

✔️ Formula Ford
✔️ Mazda
✔️ TA2
✔️ GT New Zealand

This complements our ongoing support of the Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy ($70,000) and the Bridgestone GR86 Championship ($52,000).

Full eligibility criteria and application details will be announced soon.

Read the full story below 👇

https://www.tonyquinnfoundation.com/news/the-tony-quinn-foundation-widens-support-to-development-category-drivers-in-the-repco-nextgen-nz-championship

13/06/2026

Congratulations to the Cromwell College 9a, 10a and Senior A Netball teams who raised over $26,000 last night at Highlands, with It’s in the Bag!!

It was a fantastic night , Johnathon Usher was MC and host and was outstanding 🙌🙌 special thanks to Kate Munroe-Rule who did so much to make it so successful and to all the comittee, sponsors and guests - you’re all what makes Cromwell so special.

Cromwell came out in full force and donated generously.

In the last month, we’ve held two fundraisers at Highlands and combined they’ve raised over $47,000!!!

Cromwell you rock!!!

Cromwell College

08/06/2026

The TomTom Team Staff Outing!!

We were thrilled to welcome the team from TomTom who joined us for a full day of healthy competition today.

The group dived into Go Karting, Subaru Experience, Taxis and Reaction Tests.

08/06/2026

The Team from AJ Hackett Bungy joined us today for the Winter Drive Experience!

With the important job of transporting adrenaline seakers everyday. The Winter Drive Experience will help equip this fearless team with the tools needed to stay even more safe on our nz roads this winter season.

Book your Winter Drive today!

04/06/2026

WIN THE ULTIMATE GRAND PRIX WEEKEND!

We're turning up the volume and we want your help building the ultimate race day playlist!

To enter, simply:
✅ Comment below with the ONE song you'd love to hear blasting around our parks on race day.
Make sure you are following-
✅Hampton Downs
✅Taupo International Motorsport Park
✅Highlands - Experience the Exceptional
✅NextGen NZ Championship

One lucky winner will score:
2x VIP Tickets to the 71st NAPA New Zealand Grand Prix at Highlands Motorsport Park
2 Nights Accommodation at the Hilton Queenstown
$500 towards flights or spending money

Whether it's a classic anthem, a guilty pleasure, or a song guaranteed to get the crowd going, we want to hear it!

Winner announced 7 July 2026.

Get commenting and good luck!

01/06/2026

The Fuel Gauge Special Extended - All June & July!

Fuel prices got you watching the numbers? We’ve flipped the script....

All June and July your coffee price is set by the pump ⛽

Whatever the daily 91 fuel price is at Allied Petroleum Cromwell - that’s what you’ll pay for your coffee at Highlands Cafe.

Yep, it changes every day. So some days, it’s a steal.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Highlands Cafe!

T&C’s apply. Valid for one regular dine in flat white. Fuel price based on Allied Petroleum’s 91 displayed daily rate