Baypark Speedway

Name: Baypark Speedway
Address: 81 Truman Lane, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga, NZ
Telephone: +6475742227
Price range: $
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Our mission is to support and celebrate the exciting world of Speedway racing. This page is dedicated to sharing positive updates about the current season, and events at the Mercury Baypark, advertising our upcoming meetings, and venue, and spotlighting our invaluable partners, supporters, and drivers who make Speedway possible. To maintain a professional and respectful environment for all Speedwa

y enthusiasts, we ask everyone to adhere to the following guidelines:

Keep it positive: This page is all about spreading positivity and enthusiasm for Speedway. Refrain from personal attacks or the use of inappropriate language. Respect all ages: We have fans of all ages, so let's ensure our content and comments are suitable for everyone. Negativity: Any unnecessary negativity will be removed to keep the conversation enjoyable for all. Other avenues for discussions: Remember that there are other places and forums for you to have your say on topics that you feel affect you. This page is owned by us, and we reserve the right to use it as we see fit. If you would like to talk to us regarding anything, feel free to email us or call us anytime for a one-on-one chat; our contact details are available on our website. We actively monitor our page to ensure that it remains a welcoming space for Speedway fans. Any comments that violate these guidelines may be removed, and repeat offenders will be blocked.

27/07/2024

🚨 Get ready for the 4th running of the Bay Piston Cup with a whopping $5000 prize for the winner! Witness the V8 Winged Warriors tearing up the baddest Sprintcar track in the country at full speed for 30 thrilling laps.
🌟 This is an event you won't want to miss as we wrap up summer and family holidays with an unforgettable spectacle on Saturday, January 25th at Baypark Speedway—the place for pace! 🏁

We’re also seeking partners for naming rights to support this fantastic event. This is your chance to showcase your brand and gain top exposure in the exciting world of Speedway. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity! Get in touch with us today to learn more! 📩

24/07/2024

🏁 Get Ready for the Ultimate Sprintcar Event of our season! 🏁

On March 8th, 2025, the biggest names in Sprintcar racing are coming to town for the North Island Sprintcar Championship! The home of Sprintcar racing in New Zealand is about to explode with power and speed as the BIG BOYS take on the biggest and baddest clay oval in the country.
This is the event you've been waiting for, and you do not want to miss it!

With interest pouring in from both islands, the competition is fiercer than ever, setting the stage for an epic pre-race showdown before the nationals the following week.
There's nothing more thrilling than Sprintcars at Baypark, and this event promises to be the most spectacular yet!

We're also offering an incredible opportunity for a brand to shine by partnering with us for naming rights. Get your brand exposed to a massive audience of Speedway fans across the nation. Contact us today and be a part of this unforgettable experience! 🚀

22/07/2024

🌟 One of the biggest events of the year is back for a second round as we honor the late and great Hokey Ashby with a Superstock Memorial! 🏁 This spectacular event attracts some of the biggest names in Superstock racing, all ready to battle it out in tribute to an incredible man.

🗓️ Mark your calendars for December 28th because this show is going to be HUGE! Don't miss out on an unforgettable night of high-octane action and heartfelt celebration at Baypark Speedway.

18/07/2024

🏁 Get Ready for the Speedway New Zealand Super-Saloon Championship! 🏁

Join us on February 14th and 15th for an action-packed weekend featuring the best drivers from all over New Zealand!
🌟 Will hometown hero and reigning NZ Champion Chris Cowling achieve an epic three-peat? The excitement will be off the charts as we bring all the high-octane action into two thrilling nights to crown the ultimate champion.

We're also seeking partners for naming rights to support this fantastic event. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to showcase your brand and gain top exposure in the world of Speedway. Get in touch with us today to learn more! 🚀

17/07/2024

🏁 Get ready for an epic showdown! 🏁

Mark your calendars for Saturday, December 7th, as we make history by crowning the first A1F2 with the Aotearoa F2 Midget Title!
The Formula 2 Midgets are gearing up for an adrenaline-fueled race to determine this season's ultimate champion. 🏆

Join us for an action-packed event featuring some of the most skilled pilots on dirt! The F2 class has delivered thrilling racing all across the North Island with their away F2 Midget series. Now, all the excitement culminates in one electrifying night where we'll find our champion.

We're also on the lookout for partners interested in naming rights to support this incredible event. Don't miss your chance to be a part of this thrilling journey! Get in touch with us today to learn more. 🚀

17/07/2024

"Don't miss out on the chance to participate in the action!
We have a few prime sponsorship opportunities for this season, including high-profile events looking for naming rights now that our full season calendar is out. Plus, exclusive spots are left in our online digital programming, big screen, and live-stream productions. Seize this opportunity to showcase your brand and connect with our passionate audience. Interested? Reach out to us today at [email protected]!"

16/07/2024

Photos from the Awards night

📸Blissful Photography - NZ Motorsport Photography

Check out all the winners in our previous post

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=888331446673518&set=pcb.888333060006690

15/07/2024

⭐️Awards night winners🏁

"Last Saturday night marked the annual BOPSA Speedway awards for Baypark, and we're thrilled to extend our congratulations to all the evening's winners! A huge shout-out to BOPSA for yet another fantastic and successful event. Here are all the winners from the prizegiving awards!"

15/07/2024

"Excitement fills the air as we unveil our highly anticipated season calendar!
We're thrilled to announce the lineup of thrilling events that will captivate drivers, crews, fans, and car owners alike. Among the highlights are the return of fan favorites such as the Bay51, Bay Piston Cup, Superstock Rumble, Stockcar Gold Cup, and Summer Der-Bay.
This season, we proudly host two prestigious Speedway New Zealand Championships. The North Island Sprintcar Champs, promising a stellar lineup from across the islands, serving as a thrilling precursor to the national title. Also not to be missed is the two-day New Zealand Super-Saloon Championship in mid-February, expected to draw top contenders from far and wide.

Adding to the excitement, Baypark Speedway will debut the eagerly awaited Aotearoa F2 Midget Title (unofficial F2 Championship) in December, alongside the action-packed Superstock Thunder Series and the Big Midget series over Christmas. Stay tuned for the Battle of the Tracks series in Sprintcars, details will be confirmed shortly. Get ready for another spectacular season at Baypark Speedway, where every moment promises pure adrenaline and unforgettable racing experiences."

Nga Mihi

11/07/2024

🏁 Exciting News, Race Fans! 🏁

The 2024/25 season is racing towards us, and we're almost ready to unveil the epic events and classes for every race night on the calendar!
🌟 We're fine-tuning the details to ensure everything is perfect.

We've been waiting for Speedway New Zealand to confirm all the dates to avoid any clashes for our 8 registered classes. It's a lengthy process, but it's crucial to ensure our final calendar is spot-on.

Thank you for your patience! We promise the wait is almost over, and we're gearing up for 12 shows packed with thrilling excitement, guaranteeing a summer of family fun for Baypark drivers and fans alike! 🚗💨

Stay tuned for the official calendar release – it's going to be an unforgettable season! 🎉

11/07/2024

⭐️The countdown is on.

08/07/2024

⭐️Get ready for an electrifying season at Baypark Speedway!

New LED floodlights have just been installed for the first time since the stadium opened in 2001, and they're not your average lights—they come with some pretty cool features that'll light up the track like never before.
Currently being fine-tuned to illuminate every inch of our track, these lights are set to enhance the experience for drivers and fans alike. Stay tuned for a season that promises to shine brighter than ever!

06/07/2024

🏁"Hey race fans!
Our president of the Bay of Plenty Speedway Association,
Mark Decke, is running for election in the Te Papa Ward here for Tauranga Council.
We’d love to show our support for Mark!
We had a chat with him to learn about his reasons for running and, of course, his outlook on the future of Speedway at Baypark. Stay tuned and join us in backing Mark!"

MAKE TAURANGA GREAT AGAIN!

06/07/2024

Hilltop Speedway Ohio - Chris Cowling will be running the Kryptonite Racecars, 4c Super Dirt Late Model of Freddie Carpenters tonight 🏁

Also another BP star Max Guilford is at Lake Ozark Speedway with the POWRi sprints

04/07/2024

⭐Nominations for the Holder Family Baypark Speedway Fans Choice Award 2024 🏁

⭐23M George Swap
⭐9M Holly Williams
⭐7M Roydon White
⭐83M Bryan Fraser

Thanks to everyone who voted we had a total of 640 votes and the winner who will be announced at the Bopsa Speedway Awards night on July 13th had a total of 24% of the votes.

Our full calendar with all classes is soon to be released in the next couple of weeks with some exciting new events to be announced. We are currently just confirming some final events that need to be added.

As of today we are 106 days away from opening night at Baypark Speedway.

04/07/2024

⭐ Hey Race Fans!

Voting for the Holder Family Baypark Speedway Fans' Choice Award is now closed.

We received over 600 votes, and the top 4 nominations will be announced tomorrow. We're excited to bring this back next season!

Thank you to Indy and the Holder Family for their incredible idea and the beautiful keepsake trophy for this year's winner.

The winner will be revealed at the BOPSA prizegiving on July 13th. Stay tuned!

03/07/2024

⭐Nominations for Driver of the Year

⭐Chris Cowling
⭐Brock Maskovich
⭐Sam Waddell

🏁The winner will be announced at the BOPSA Awards evening on Saturday, July 13th.

ONE MORE AWARD TO GO AND THE VOTING CLOSES AT 4PM

- The Holder Family Baypark Speedway Fans Choice Award

Vote Here > https://forms.gle/iHjwryBTMj8T4cYH8

03/07/2024

⭐Nominations for Most Spectacular Incident

⭐Todd Hemingway
⭐Aryton Hodson
⭐Steve Walling

🏁🏁 The winner will be announced at the awards evening on July 13th

We have two more awards to go

🏁Tomorrow - Driver of the Year Nominations
🏁Friday - Holder Family Fans Choice award nominations

02/07/2024

⭐Nominations for Most Expensive Malfunction

⭐Aryton Hodson
⭐Cole Wood
⭐Steve Walling

🏁 Winner will be announced at the awards evening on July 13th

02/07/2024

🏁 Great write-up; about Max Guilford Motorsport win at Beaver Dam Raceway.

Guilford Seals the Deal on First Time Series Win at Beaver Dam Raceway 30 sprint cars checked into Beaver Dam Raceway to conclude the June portion of the Bumper to Bumper IRA Sprint Car Schedule for...

01/07/2024

⭐Nominations for Promoters Choice

⭐88M Keaton Dahm
⭐22K Dean Brindle
⭐6M James Dahm
⭐5M Elias Dykstra

The winner will be announced at the BOPSA Awards evening on Saturday, July 13th.
The window to buy tickets has now closed, we look forward to seeing you for a night of glam and achievements

01/07/2024

⭐The Holder Family Baypark Speedway Fan Choice Award closes this Thursday at 5pm.
The top 4 nominations will be posted on Friday and the winner will be announced at the BOPSA Awards evening on Saturday, July 13th.

Here is the link if you haven't yet voted!

https://forms.gle/iHjwryBTMj8T4cYH8

01/07/2024

⭐Hey Race Fans,
Thank you to everyone who participated in our Fan survey for 2024 this is now closed.

Our team will review all the answers and comments and post the results on our website soon.

We will draw the winner of the family pass to our opening night - The Bay Season Debut on October 26th during August as we sort out our ticketing agent for the season.

30/06/2024

⭐Nominations for Most Improved Driver of The Year

⭐77M Luke Alderdice
⭐94M Damian Orr
⭐4M Luke McClymont

🏁Tickets are $80pp, including a buffet dinner - please email [email protected] with how many tickets you want and the names of the people attending.
The BOPSA Bank account details are: 06-0433-0090531-00 - please use your name as the reference

30/06/2024

Max wins at Beaver Dam Raceway America 🇺🇸

What an effort and amazing achievement

The team and fans here at Baypark Speedway are super proud!!

30/06/2024

⭐Nominations for Volunteer Award

⭐Donna Allen
⭐Karl Hanlon
⭐Roger Bailey

🏁Tickets are $80pp, including a buffet dinner - please email [email protected] with how many tickets you want and the names of the people attending.
The BOPSA Bank account details are: 06-0433-0090531-00 - please use your name as the reference

29/06/2024

⭐Nominations for Sports person of the year.

⭐Errol Hodgson
⭐Elias Dykstra
⭐Bryce Carter

🏁Tickets are $80pp, including a buffet dinner - please email [email protected] with how many tickets you want and the names of the people attending.
The BOPSA Bank account details are: 06-0433-0090531-00 - please use your name as the reference

28/06/2024

⭐Nominations for Club Person of the Year

⭐Macau Johnson
⭐Malcolm Buckley
⭐Ross Ashby

🏁Tickets are $80pp, including a buffet dinner - please email [email protected] with how many tickets you want and the names of the people attending.
The BOPSA Bank account details are: 06-0433-0090531-00 - please use your name as the reference

27/06/2024

⭐Nominations for the Bill Buckley Award in the F2 Midgets.

⭐18M Jared Robinson
⭐96M Tylar Browne
⭐22M James Earl

🏁Tickets are $80pp, including a buffet dinner - please email [email protected] with how many tickets you want and the names of the people attending.
The BOPSA Bank account details are: 06-0433-0090531-00 - please use your name as the reference

26/06/2024

⭐Nominations for Bill Buckley Midget Award

⭐63M Jayden Worthington
⭐2NZ/5M Brock Maskovich
⭐4M Luke McClymont

🏁Tickets are $80pp, including a buffet dinner - please email [email protected] with how many tickets you want and the names of the people attending.
The BOPSA Bank account details are: 06-0433-0090531-00 - please use your name as the reference

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81 Truman Lane, Mount Maunganui
Tauranga

Telephone

+6475742227

Website

http://bayparkspeedway.co.nz/

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Pit ryde

Ready to rumble for the season finale. Currently at the track right now.

Suns out so fun’s out here at Baypark Speedway for our Season Finale. Gates open 4:30pm and racing starts at 6:30pm.

Summer DerBay

Another great crowd here at Baypark

Demo Derby + More TONIGHT

⭐️ EASTER SATURDAY AT Baypark Speedway ⭐️ Event: ☀️SUMMER DER-BAY & 🌙 SUPER SUNDOWN 30 Feat. Super-Saloon 30 lap $5000 to win Demolition Derby + loads more 🔷Classes racing: Super-Saloons / F2 Midgets / Stockcars / Ministocks / Demo Derby 🔐Gates open at 4:30pm / Racing starts at 6:30pm Tickets at the gate or sold online here> https://bayparkspeedway.flicket.co.nz/.../218.../reservation The full entry list can be found here> https://bayparkspeedway.co.nz/driver-entries-sat-30th-march/ ⛱ Fanzone: Opens 4:30pm with 🟦Demolition Derby Cars 🟧D1NZ Drift Cars 🟦F2 Midgets Tylar Browne Racing / Jimmy Earl / Troy Jefferies 🟧 Squarebush Cars 🟦 Tray of Plenty Catering / Real Fruit Ice Creams / Donuts / Coffee 🟧 Merchandise story (Special sale on lights) 🍿🥤 Food is available on-site in Fanzone and in the stadium however you are welcome to bring in a picnic for your family. Just remember you can't bring in the following 🍻 Bar onsite in Stadium Lounge ❎Chilli Bins ❎Alcohol ❎Commercial Packaging ❎ Open soft drinks ❌ There is no BAY PER VIEW livestream for this event. 👩‍👧 1 Free Child with every paying adult 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Family pass 2 Adults 4 Children $70, Children 5 and under FREE 🏁ONLY 2 MEETING TO GO TILL THE END OF THE SEASON🏁 🎥 NO unauthorized filming without prior permission security will be checked throughout the event. ✅ The fastest way into the stadium is to purchase online as this event always proves to be very busy and popular 🏁ONE ACTION-PACKED NIGHT OF FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT #theplaceforpace #baysupersundown #bayofplentynz #summerderbay #easter #family #longweekendvibes

Tonight at Baypark Speedway

Easter at Baypark Speedway

⭐️ Win Win Win ⭐️ Happy Easter Race Fans Tag a friend to go in the draw to win 1 of 3 Family Passes ⭐️Next up Event: Metalman Summer Der-Bay Date: Saturday 30th March (Easter Weekend) Gates Open: 4:30pm Racing starts at 6:30pm Classes racing: Super-Saloons, F2 Midgets, Stockcars, Youth Minisocks, Demolition Derby Tickets sold at the gate and online here https://bayparkspeedway.flicket.co.nz/events/2184084c-527b-4223-9b26-a44ae7ce79aa/reservation Food vendors are onsite in FANZONE but you can bring food in with you just remember you can't bring in ❌ Commercial Packaging ❌ Alcohol ❌ Open drinks ❌Chilli Bins D1NZ Display during the night. Only 2 meetings to go for the season.

Blast From the Past part 3

⭐Hey Race Fans Here is the final part of our blast from the past series This is the opening night of 2001 Don't forget to check out parts 1 and 2 on our page. Lets hope to once again fill the seats at Baypark Speedway

Easter at Baypark Speedway

⭐️ EASTER SATURDAY AT Baypark Speedway ⭐️ Event: ☀️SUMMER DER-BAY & 🌙 SUPER SUNDOWN 30 Feat. Super-Saloon 30 lap $5000 to win Demolition Derby + loads more 🔷Classes racing: Super-Saloons / F2 Midgets / Stockcars / Ministocks / Demo Derby 🔐Gates open at 4:30pm / Racing starts at 6:30pm Tickets at the gate or sold online here> https://bayparkspeedway.flicket.co.nz/events/2184084c-527b-4223-9b26-a44ae7ce79aa/reservation The full entry list can be found here> https://bayparkspeedway.co.nz/driver-entries-sat-30th-march/ ⛱ Fanzone: Opens 4:30pm with 🟦Demolition Derby Cars 🟧D1NZ Drift Cars 🟦F2 Midgets Tylar Browne Racing / Jimmy Earl / Troy Jefferies 🟧 Squarebush Cars 🟦 Tray of Plenty Catering / Real Fruit Ice Creams / Donuts / Coffee 🟧 Merchandise story (Special sale on lights) 🍿🥤 Food is available on-site in Fanzone and in the stadium however you are welcome to bring in a picnic for your family. Just remember you can't bring in the following 🍻 Bar onsite in Stadium Lounge ❎Chilli Bins ❎Alcohol ❎Commercial Packaging ❎ Open soft drinks ❌ There is no BAY PER VIEW livestream for this event. 👩‍👧 1 Free Child with every paying adult 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Family pass 2 Adults 4 Children $70, Children 5 and under FREE 🏁ONLY 2 MEETING TO GO TILL THE END OF THE SEASON🏁 🎥 NO unauthorized filming without prior permission security will be checked throughout the event. ✅ The fastest way into the stadium is to purchase online as this event always proves to be very busy and popular 🏁ONE ACTION-PACKED NIGHT OF FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT #theplaceforpace #baysupersundown #bayofplentynz #summerderbay #easter #family #longweekendvibes @followers @topfans

Construction of Baypark

⭐️BLAST FROM THE PAST Check out these wicked news stories from way back in 2000 about the building of Baypark Speedway More videos to follow from opening night Oct 2001.

Salute to Brendon

⭐️4 Wide Sprintcar Salute to Brendon Bourne💧 Thank you to the drivers and teams for a great show and the fans for showing up. ✈️See you on the 30th for the summer der-bay

TONIGHT ! at Baypark Speedway 🔷Event: Bay Summer Slam + Stockcar Gold Cup Saturday 9th March 🔸Featuring Stockcars / Sprintcars / Midgets / Super-Saloons / Six Shooters 📌 Entry list can be found here > https://bayparkspeedway.co.nz/driver-entries-for-bay.../ 🎟 Tickets are on sale now here > https://bayparkspeedway.flicket.co.nz/.../e79.../reservation 🎥 Livestream *BAY PER VIEW* https://bayparkspeedway.co.nz/live-stream/ This is the only and official livestream link, this will also be the last Bay Per View for the season. ✈️ Salute to Brendon Bourne will start at 6:15pm 🍿Food vendors on-site in FanZone However, you can pack a picnic and bring food in for your family as well just NO 🚫 Chilli Bins 🚫 Commercial packaging 🚫 Open drinks 🚫 Alcohol The place to be this weekend is Baypark Speedway ™️ THE PLACE FOR PACE @topfans #theplaceforpace #baysummerslam #bayparkspeedway #sprintcars #dirtracing #stockcargoldcup #bayperview #bayofplentynz #speedway

BAY SUMMER SLAM

⭐️ This Saturday Night at Baypark Speedway 🔷Event: Bay Summer Slam + Stockcar Gold Cup Saturday 9th March 🔸Featuring Stockcars / Sprintcars / Midgets / Super-Saloons / Six Shooters 📌 Entry list can be found here > https://bayparkspeedway.co.nz/driver-entries-for-bay-summer-slam/ 🎟 Tickets are on sale now here > https://bayparkspeedway.flicket.co.nz/events/e795b754-fb9d-49bb-9faf-28c661f2704d/reservation 🎥 Livestream *BAY PER VIEW* https://bayparkspeedway.co.nz/live-stream/ This is the only and official livestream link, this will also be the last Bay Per View for the season. ✈️ Salute to Brendon Bourne will start at 6:15pm 🍿Food vendors on-site in FanZone However, you can pack a picnic and bring food in for your family as well just NO 🚫 Chilli Bins 🚫 Commercial packaging 🚫 Open drinks 🚫 Alcohol The place to be this weekend is Baypark Speedway ™️ THE PLACE FOR PACE @topfans #theplaceforpace #baysummerslam #bayparkspeedway #sprintcars #dirtracing #stockcargoldcup #bayperview #bayofplentynz #speedway

Night Two NZ Stockcar Teams

Baypark Bulldogs are ready for night two of the NZ Stockcar Teams at Waikaraka.

Day2 STOCKCAR Teams

The top 4 teams for the 2024 PTS Logistics New Zealand Stockcar Teams Championship Tier 1 (Top 4) 1- Wellington Young Guns Stockcar Team 2-Rotorua Rascals Stockcar Team 3-Palmerston North Pumas 4-Wanganui Vulcans Stockcar Team Tier 2 (5th-8th) 5- Waikato Raiders 6-BDC Engineering Auckland Alleycats 7- Baypark Bulldogs 8- Stratford Stormers Order of Semi Final Races 5 vs 8 6 vs 7 1 vs 4 2 vs 3 Purchase your tickets online or at the gate https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2024/new-zealand-stockcar-teams-championship-finals/auckland/onehunga Main gate opens at 3 Video Shane Morgan

Stockcar teams

Chloe Ingram picked up the win for Baypark 👍🏻 120points for BP vs 75 to KK. Up the mighty M

Bulldogs

The Grand Parade here are the Baypark Bulldogs

Congratulations to our new BOP Superstock and Stockcar Champions 5M Elias Dykstra and 92R Karl Garnett And to Corbin, Chris and Peanuckle on their wins. Another great night, full results and press release out on Monday.