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Debate on future of motor race

As the 1994 Wigram meeting introduces Formula Brabham, debate continues on whether the Peter Jackson round should move to the extended Ruapuna Park circuit. Wigram has tradition and a fast circuit popular with drivers, but some think combining the Motor Racing Club (Wigram) and Canterbury Car Club (Ruapuna) resources would be better. Readers are invited to write in.

Facts

  • In January 1994 there was debate about moving the Peter Jackson round from Wigram to the newly extended Ruapuna Park.
news · The Press

Trevor Crowe's newly built TR8 debuts in the classic car race at Wigram in January 1994; he switched to classic racing because sport saloon rules made it hard to race a turbo car. Michelle Rodgers will contest Mini 7 races at Wigram after racing her ex-Pateman Laser in touring cars at Timaru, joining sister Natasha (Barina). Regan Morgan, 19, of Auckland, is a late entry in the Lady Wigram Trophy field in a Telecom-backed Ralt RT4 in the Bruce McLaren Cup section.

Facts

  • Regan Morgan, 19, of Auckland, entered the 1994 Lady Wigram Trophy in a Telecom-backed Ralt RT4.
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Peter Jackson International Motor Racing Series: Lady Wigram Race

Advertisement for the Lady Wigram Trophy race on Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 January 1994 (racing starts 9.15am). Weekend pass at Awatea Road (pits) $20 adults, Haytons Road $15 adults, children aged 8 and over $3, under 8 free; Saturday only adults $10, children free; an empty Pepsi can gives free admission.

Facts

  • Admission to the 1994 Lady Wigram meeting was $20 for a weekend pass at Awatea Road and $15 at Haytons Road for adults.
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