​​​​​​​Hello from our family to yours,

It’s been a busy calendar over the past couple of months with Kartsport NZ National Schools BOP, and plenty of practice leading up to the first round of Top Half BOP. Big Thanks to the Kitchen on feeding everyone over the 2 days and keeping their bellies full.

The round was a great success, and it was fantastic to see everyone there—especially our members who raced. Congratulations to:

• Nico Thomsen (VMR) 1^st
• Charlie Clarke (VMR) 2^nd
• Cole Hills (VMR) 5^th
• Van Merrett (VMR) 11^th
• Murphy Dobson (VMR) 12^th
• Nixon Boshier (VMR) 15^th
• William Innes (Cadet) 8^th
• Patrick McDonald (RMJ) 2^nd
• Arlee Hewlett (DD2) 7^th
• Mitchell Corin (KZ2) 4^th
• Blake Corin (KZ2) 4^th

It was awesome watching you all out on track and proudly representing your local club.

We also hope everyone who went to Blossom had a great time. It was wonderful to see some strong results and to keep the tradition of this event alive. The photos and racing updates from our members and extended karting family across NZ were great to follow.

• Tanner Samuelson (Cadet) 2^nd
• Murphy Dobson (VMR) 7^th
• Nixon Boshier (VMR) 9^th
• Kahli Samuelson (RMJ) 18^th
• Graham Knight (Clubsport 120) – 1^st Legend Home
• Adam Bell (RMH) 3^rd

What’s On & What’s Been

• Round 2 – Top Half Auckland
  With 99 entries, this round shaped up to be spectacular! A big thank you to Simon and his crew, who do a superb job making this series come alive—both at the host clubs and behind the scenes. Congratulations to our BOP Supporters & also to the Podium Finishes
  • William Innes (Cadet) 7th
  • Nico Thomasen (VMR) – 2nd
  • Van Merrett (VMR – 3^rd
  • Charlie Clarke (VMR) 6^th
  • Nixon Boshier (VMR) 16^th
  • Murphy Dobson (VMR) 18^th
  • Arlee Hewlett (Rotax DD2) 8^th
  • Mitchell Corin KZ2) 2^nd
  • Blake Corin (KZ2) 7th
• BOP Points Series Prizegiving – 21 September 2025 (Postponed – Until Further Notice)
• Club Champs – another great chance to support your club and get your name on the honours board. – (postponed Until further notice)

A quick reminder

Please make sure your KSNZ licences are renewed. Jeanette at KSNZ has been working hard to get everyone updated.
Also, remember: you must be a current club member. If officials check and you’re not, you’ll be in breach of your licence. On the positive side, membership also supports your club and gives you perks like practice for $20 instead of $40 for non-members. Definitely worth checking!

Also we all want to say a big thanks to the officials running the event’s, from RO’s, CRO’s COC’s, Chief, RD, Pit Gate, Tech Officials, Track Marshall’s, Camera Room, Governor, Runner’s & Race Control.

Wishing you all the best for your September racing—wherever you’re competing. Enjoy the spring weather, and we’ll catch you again in the October newsletter.

Cheers,
Jo
Race Secretary – BOP