Waioweka Gorge (State Highway 2) & Highway 35 are currently closed due to weather related events.
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TAIRĀWHITI GETS LOUD.
Experience Aotearoa’s premier drifting championship on the East Coast for the first time.
Make a weekend of it in Tairāwhiti Gisborne as D1NZ, New Zealand’s leading drifting championship, arrives in the region for the very first time! Manuhiri are invited to witness high-skill, high-adrenaline motorsport in a stunning East Coast setting.
Across three days, watch the country’s top drivers compete in dramatic, side-by-side battles on a custom track, while enjoying a festival-style programme that includes Show & Shine vehicles, food and drink, entertainment, and activities for all ages. Whether you’re a lifelong motorsport fan or simply looking for something exciting to experience while you’re here, D1NZ delivers action from start to finish.
Beyond the track, take time to explore everything Tairāwhiti Gisborne has to offer. D1NZ Round 4 is the perfect anchor for an unforgettable East Coast getaway.
When: 20-22 March 2026
Where: H Blackbee Drift Park
