A driver has died in a crash at the Beachlands Speedway racetrack in Dunedin. (File photo)
Photo: Screengrab/Custom Signs Beachlands Speedway
A driver has died in a two-vehicle crash at the Beachlands Speedway racetrack in Dunedin.
Police were called to the scene in Waldronville at 7:10pm on Saturday night.
General Manager of Speedway New Zealand Zoe Irons confirmed a Speedway driver had died on the track.
“Speedway New Zealand extends its deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased, as well as to our wider speedway community during this difficult time.
“We take all incidents at our events extremely seriously. Any matter reported to us is subject to a thorough and formal investigation process in line with our safety and governance protocols.
“The safety and wellbeing of our competitors, officials, volunteers and spectators remains our highest priority. We will continue to work closely with relevant authorities and stakeholders as part of this process,” she said.
A Serious Crash Unit have conducted a scene examination and WorkSafe has been notified.
WorkSafe was making initial enquiries but said an investigation was not underway at this stage.
Anyone who witnessed the crash or have footage are being asked to contact police.
A car crashed over the four metre-high safety fence into the spectator area at Beachlands Speedway during a streetstock race on Friday 5 April, 2024.
Photo: Supplied/ Mikaela Cruden
In 2024, a car flew over a safety fence in a streetstocks race at Beachlands Speedway.
A video posted to Facebook showed a streetstock turning a corner before suddenly hitting another car and launching over the fences around the track, flipping just metres from the crowd.
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