NEWS FEED
Tue Mar 17th, 2020
If you’re feeling a bit flat after the disappointing end to the drag racing season and the seemingly endless list of cancelled events we’re seeing at the moment, grab yourself a copy of the latest New Zealand Petrolhead and check out the write-up and photos of the Auckland Invasion meeting, plus heaps more!
Mon Mar 16th, 2020
ANNOUNCEMENT - CANCELATION OF EVENT 21ST & 22ND MARCH 2020
The Masterton Motorplex Board advises that due to the new restrictions on gatherings of 500 or more people due to the Coronavirus, that the tough decision has been made to cancel the Final Round of the National Drag Racing Championship. The MMP Board have looked at many different options in an attempt to allow racers to complete the points series, however there were no options that would suit all parties while complying with the new requirements.
We would like to thank all racers, crews, spectators and volunteers for their support over this season.
Allocation of points for the National Drag Racing Championship:
Due to the final round being cancelled, the series will roll back to the Nationals held at Meremere. Those racers who had their points 'capped' going into the event, will have this points cap removed, and any points gained at the Nationals will be added to their total and this becomes the final result.
Those racers that were not capped going into the Nationals, already have their points gained at the Nationals added to their total and this becomes their final result.
Regards, the Masterton Motorplex Board.
Sun Mar 15th, 2020
UPDATE - DISRUPTIONS TO NEXT MEETING DUE TO COVID-19
For those affected by the cancelation of the AeroFlow Outlaw Funny Cars from Australia, we have some FAQ's that should help to answer some of the common questions.
Q: How do I get a refund on my tickets purchased online?
A: You will automatically be refunded via the iTICKET website on Monday 16th March.
NOTE: This means you will no longer hold a valid ticket for entry to the event.
Masterton Motorplex is hopeful that the final round of the National Drag racing Championship will go ahead, but will be closely monitoring, and complying with all updates from the government relating to the Covid-19 situation.
Questions relating to the Final Round of the National Drag racing Championship - 21st March 2020:
Q: Can I still pay at the gate for the Final Round of the National Drag Racing Championship?
A: Yes - you can pay at the gate
Q: What is the gate fee going to be?
A: $30 per person in line with National Championship meeting rounds, and children 14 and under free.
Q: Will you have EftPos at the gate?
A: Yes
Q: Will there be racing on Saturday & Sunday?
A: Yes - if the meeting goes ahead it will be a two day meeting.
If you have further questions please message us and we will do our best to reply as soon as we can.
More Event details will be published as they come to hand via the Masterton Motorplex Facebook page and website www.mastertonmotorplex.co.nz
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Sun Mar 15th, 2020
NATIONAL DRAG RACING CHAMPIONSHIP - FINAL ROUND
At this stage the National Dragracing Championship portion of the event will still take place at Masterton Motorplex on the 21st of March, however Masterton Motorplex will be working closely with officials to monitor the Covid19 situation.
We do understand that many of you have questions and we will endeavour to respond to the most frequently asked questions once the Masterton Motorplex Board has decided as a 'plan B'. This is expected to be later today.
Masterton Motorplex thanks you for your patience in this extremely frustrating time.
More Event details to follow via the Masterton Motorplex Facebook page and website www.mastertonmotorplex.co.nz
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Sun Mar 15th, 2020
AEROFLOW OUTLAW NITRO FUNNY CARS AT MASTERTON MOTORPLEX CANCELLED DUE TO COVID19 TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS
The announcement by the New Zealand government to require all travellers entering New Zealand to self isolate for 14 days has left Aeroflow Outlaw Nitro Funny Cars and Masterton Motorplex no choice but to cancel this event. “We are absolutely gutted” stated Masterton Motorplex Track manager Bob Wilton. “The hype and the pre-sales for this event has been un-rivaled, unfortunately we have been left with no choice but to cancel” Aeroflow Outlaw Nitro Funny Cars Series Manager Morice Mcmillin was devastated by the news, "We wanted so badly to put on a show for the Masterton crowd. The work gone into this race has been immense and to not be able to race at Masterton is devastating for the fans, the racers, and all involved in the event". All pre purchased tickets will receive a refund via Iticket.
At this stage the National Dragracing Championship portion of the event will still take place at Masterton Motorplex on the 21st of march, however Masterton Motorplex will be working closely with officials to monitor the Covid19 situation
More Event details to follow via the Masterton Motorplex Facebook page and website www.mastertonmotorplex.co.nz
Sat Mar 14th, 2020
Who's ready?
Have you got your tickets?
Have you sorted the family?
See you there!
Nitro Funny cars on track at 1pm, 3pm and 5pm
Gates open 7am.
Racing for all other classes starts 10am.
Aeroflow Outlaw Nitro Funny Cars - Masterton Motorplex NZ
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Fri Mar 13th, 2020
Masterton Motorplex ready to rip — The Motorhood
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The sights. The sounds. The smell. As far as motorsport spectacles go, it doesn’t get much better ...Fri Mar 13th, 2020
Congratulations to Santana Foster and Gareth Thompson you are the winners of the Aeroflow Outlaw Nitro Funny Cars - Masterton Motorplex NZ Pistons!
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Fri Mar 13th, 2020
Burnouts for NZ Feature Film
Poppy is a beautiful and heart-warming film set in the heart of Kāpiti Coast and Masterton, about an irrepressible woman with Down syndrome who is forced to take control of her own destiny.
If you would like to support local work, or gain some on-set film experience, then this is for you!
We are looking for:
PEOPLE 16 AND OVER
MALE AND FEMALE
OPEN ETHNICITY
BASED IN MASTERTON
To be part of a crowd scene at a Motorplex event.
Type of Work: UNPAID but provision for lunch available.
POPPY will be filming in Masterton on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th March 2020 at the Masterton Motorplex and we’re on the hunt for superstar extras interested in being involved, who:
● Have their own reliable transport
● Are available during the above dates; one day ok or both preferred.
If you are interested or have any questions please feel free to contact Celia Jaspers on: celia@scorpio.co.nz 021782785
Fri Mar 13th, 2020
CASTING CALL FOR EXTRAS in NZ Feature Film. ***
Poppy is a beautiful and heart-warming film set in the heart of Kāpiti Coast and Masterton, about an irrepressible woman with Down syndrome who is forced to take control of her own destiny.
If you would like to support local work, or gain some on-set film experience, then this is for you!
We are looking for:
PEOPLE 16 AND OVER
MALE AND FEMALE
OPEN ETHNICITY
BASED IN MASTERTON
To be part of a crowd scene at a Motorplex event.
Type of Work: UNPAID but provision for lunch available.
POPPY will be filming in Masterton on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th March 2020 at the Masterton Motorplex and we’re on the hunt for superstar extras interested in being involved, who:
● Have their own reliable transport
● Are available during the above dates; one day ok or both preferred.
If you are interested or have any questions please feel free to contact Celia Jaspers on: celia@scorpio.co.nz 021782785
