Located in Yarraman Park, on the corner of McNeilly's and Madeira Packet Road, Portland Kart Club is a thriving sports club in Portland, Australia. The club's raceway, known as Yarraman Park Raceway, has been its home since the 1960s. The original track layout, 560 metres long and 4 metres wide with a spray seal surface, still forms the foundation of the current track. Over the years, the track has been extended to 752 metres, widened to 8 metres, and surfaced with hotmix.
One of the notable events hosted by Portland Kart Club is the Portland Street Grand Prix, which was first promoted by the club in 1997. Today, it is recognised as Australia's leading street meeting. With the support of Ford Racing Australia and the AGP Corporation, the meeting continues to grow and attract attention. The street meeting not only boosts the profile of karting but also helps in promoting the sport through extensive media campaigns and advertising.
New members and new drivers are always welcome at Portland Kart Club. Whether you're a seasoned racer or just starting out, the club is open to anyone interested in karting. If you're interested in getting involved, you can contact the club directly or reach out to Karting Victoria or Karting Australia, who will be more than happy to assist you.
The club's committee comprises dedicated individuals who ensure its smooth operation. Paul Parker is the President of the club, while Chantelle Parker serves as the club's Secretary. The Race Secretary is Erin Rethus, and the Licence Secretary is Daniel Storer.
Yarraman Park Raceway, the club's track, measures 752m in length and is 8m wide. It has a grid capacity of 32 karts and can accommodate up to 350 karts in the pit area. The track surface is hotmix, and the direction of racing is anti-clockwise. The track is open from 8 am to 8 pm and offers camping facilities for those who wish to stay overnight during race events.
If you're considering getting involved in karting, visiting Portland Kart Club during a race meeting weekend is a great way to see the sport in action and talk to club members and representatives. Additionally, you can call 1300 305 278 to learn more about how to get started in the sport.
Joining Portland Kart Club means becoming part of a healthy, safe, social, and exciting outdoor activity for the whole family. The club operates under the rules and regulations of Karting Victoria and Karting Australia, which are recognised by both Motorsport Australia and the FIA.
For further information on how to get started in karting, you can visit the Karting Victoria or Karting Australia websites. Karting Victoria can be contacted at 1300 30 KART (1300 30 5278) or via email at secretary@kartingvic. Net. au.
The Karting Victoria office is open on weekdays from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. The postal address for Karting Victoria is PO Box Maiden Gully VIC, 3551.