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Te Rapa
The Te Rapa racecourse is six kilometres north of 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 (two meetings) and the Taumarunui Club who stage their annual meeting on the course in July.
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Course Info
Open/close
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 | ||||
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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/closeDate | Club | Meeting Name/Type |
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Sat 4 Jul 2020 | Waikato RC | Industry |
Sat 18 Jul 2020 | Waikato RC | Industry |
Featured meeting
The Club conducts three Premier Race Days:
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December - Waikato Times Gold Cup Day
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February - International Day
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May - Premier Jumping Day
Waikato Times 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.
International Day is our elite premier meeting for the racing purist with two Group 1 races (Whakanui Stud International Stakes and Waikato Draught Sprint) and one Group 2 race - the Cambridge Stud Sir Tristram Fillies Classic. This meeting regularly features New Zealand's best racehorses such as Seachange, Mission Critical and Sir Slick last year.
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 - the Braxton Waikato Steeplechase and Dunstan Feeds Waikato Hurdles at our May Meeting.
All race days accommodate a wide range of attendees and prior arrangements need to be finalised with Faye Bax to receive the best package to fit individual needs.
Sunday 24 November - Christmas at the Races
Cambridge Jockey Club hosts a Christmas celebration to remember at Te Rapa Racecourse. Make sure you join the party and book your group in today for a fun-filled, festive day out.
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Saturday 14 December - Te Rapa Christmas at the Races ft. The Waikato Times Gold Cup
Te Rapa Racecourse is the place to be for your Christmas Party, and Waikato Racing Club host a superb Christmas raceday. Saturday 15 December is the biggest day of the year featuring the Waikato Times Gold Cup, where the party atmosphere rocks and you will enjoy outstanding entertainment as well first-class racing.
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Saturday 21 December - Te Rapa Christmas at the Races
Te Rapa Racecourse is the place to be for your Christmas Party, and Waikato Racing Club host a superb Christmas raceday. On the 22 December enjoy a relaxed Christmas party - this is a great day to enjoy the company of friends, family or colleagues.
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