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Another financial year comes to an end and while racing continues this is a good time to reflect on where we are relative to previous periods. Below is a snapshot of a few highlights.

The Karting NSW rule book will be updated to version 820, the new version will take effect from July 1st 2026. TAG Restricted has been updated to allow +20 restrictors and Iame Reedjet 100 engine to be used in all competition. TAG restricted karts must now also display the minimum class weight for their class/engine spec near the front number plate. Booster battery may now be used if required on red flag restart Other updates are mainly operational and be clearer to users. Cl

Karting NSW sent this email and survey link to all Karting NSW Novice and Rookie licence holders. We would like to gather competitors views on the current tyres with a view to gauging interest in looking at a tyre option that may create better racing in these classes, better value and tyre longevity and safer racing. To do all of this, we would expect the tyre will offer less grip and produce slower lap times. At this point we are gathering information purely to have a discus

Round 4 of Dunlop Kart Stars 2026 heads to the beautiful Manning Valley. Located at the Wigham Sporting complex, the 722m circuit offers racers a great challenge in the grassy, treelined valley. Competition has been fierce across the 8 classes contesting the DKS series. The first 3 rounds have seen each host venue with its largest entry of the year. Whether you are contesting the whole series or just want to attend a great event and support our regional clubs, now is the tim

TAG Restricted Rule C.8 has been updated via addendum effective 12th May 2026 to include Rotax SR4 restrictor may be used in TAG restricted with the addition of 7kg to the minimum weight limit. Iame 100 Reedjet may be used in all TAG Restricted competition TAG Restricted entrants must clearly display the minimum weight for their class and engine spec near the front number plate The SR4 restrictor has been tested at 3 different KNSW tracks, using both new and older Rotax Evo e

Testing has commenced on the New Rotax SR4 restrictor. KNSW currently does NOT allow this to be used in competition. We will complete testing over the next few weeks on a variety of tracks and conditions to ensure that when the SR4 is approved for use, parity will be ensured so that competitors with current equipment are not disadvantaged by the introduction of a new product.

Grenfell track has been recently refurbished, with the track extended to 894m and fully resurfaced. The facility has a great pit area and covered out-grid. The track produces great racing. The Dunlop Kart Stars series continues to bring record entries to host clubs and great racing for competitors.

We are pleased to release the 2026 KNSW Rulebook effective January 1st 2026. Please take the time to read the rule book and its changes prior to visiting your local kart track in 2026.

Karting NSW are pleased to have this opportunity to present the 2024 Annual Report. As we reflect back over the past 12 months, we are...

STATEMENT FROM THE BOARD – DE AFFILIATION OF WAGGA, DUBBO & GRIFFITH KART CLUBS Karting New South Wales (KNSW) confirm that the Board...

Karting NSW is excited to announce DUNLOP KARTSPORT as our tyre partner for 2025 and 2026. Karting NSW (KNSW) has completed a rigorous...

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