COFFS HARBOUR ANNOUNCED AS HOST CITY PARTNER FOR 2025 AUSTRALIAN KART CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND FINAL
City of Coffs Harbour Mayor Nikki Williams during the announcement in Coffs Harbour today.
Karting Australia is delighted to announce the City of Coffs Harbour as the Host City Partner for the final round of the 2025 SP Tools Australian Kart Championship presented by Castrol.
The ‘Grand Final’ of Australia’s premier karting Championship will take place in the picturesque seaside city of Coffs Harbour from September 5-7, promising a weekend of world-class racing and significant economic benefit for the region.
This announcement follows the Championship’s successful debut at the Coffs Harbour Kart Racing Club in 2024, which generated an estimated $1.56 million in economic impact through visiting competitors, teams and spectators.
“We are thrilled to welcome back the Australian Kart Championship to Coffs Harbour. The event not only showcases elite karting talent but also brings significant economic and community benefits to our city. We look forward to working with Karting Australia to make the 2025 Grand Final an unforgettable experience for everyone involved,” said Mayor Nikki Williams.
Karting Australia Chief Executive Officer Kelvin O’Reilly highlighted the importance of the partnership.
“The Australian Kart Championship is much more than a world-class karting competition – it’s an economic powerhouse for the Australian karting industry, our Host Clubs and their communities. Having the City of Coffs Harbour recognise the scale and value of hosting a round of the AKC is testament to the impact our sport delivers,” said O’Reilly.
“We are excited to be coming back to Coffs Harbour so soon and look forward to our competitors and spectators enjoying the great facilities at the Club and hospitality of the city.
“The 2025 Grand Final will be a celebration of the best in karting, and we are excited to continue building on the success of our partnership with Coffs Harbour. This event promises to set new benchmarks for both competition and community engagement.”
Adding to the excitement, Karting Australia has confirmed the 2025 Gala Awards Dinner will be held at the Pacific Bay Resort, located at Charlesworth Bay. The 4-star resort offers modern accommodations, a restaurant and bar, a 9-hole golf course, three swimming pools, a day spa, and ample parking for cars and trailers.
Competitors and teams can secure their accommodation at the Pacific Bay Resort from 9am tomorrow (Wednesday November 27) with the link that will be updated here.
(L-R) Karting Australia CEO Kelvin O’Reilly, Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh, Coffs Harbour Kart Racing Club President James Morrison and City of Coffs Harbour Mayor Nikki WIlliams.