The Central Machine Hire Otago Rally has received significant support from the New Zealand Government, securing funding through the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment’s (MBIE) Events Boost Fund.

The Otago Rally is once again offering two young driver scholarships for the 2026 event, thanks to the support of naming rights sponsor Central Machine Hire.

Multiple WRC rally winner Kris Meeke will return to Dunedin in 2026 for the 50th anniversary Central Machine Hire Otago Rally.

The Central Machine Hire Otago Rally is thrilled to announce the return of Finnish rally star Pasi Hagström for the 2026 event, marking a major highlight of the rally’s 50th anniversary celebrations.

The Otago Rally is pleased to announce that intentions to enter for the 50th anniversary event are now open.

A new book covering the first 50 years of the Otago Rally is currently in pre-production, with a release date set for the early part of 2026.

The 2026 Central Machine Hire Otago Rally has had a date change to avoid a clash with the round of the Supercars Championship also scheduled for Christchurch on April 18-19.

The Otago Rally is pleased to announce the date for its 50th Anniversary event next year.

The Central Machine Hire Otago Rally's scholarship winners have performed brilliantly at the 2025 event, highlighting the value of the program.

Ben Hunt leads the Central Machine Hire Otago Rally after an enthralling first day of competition.