The Otago Rally has secured a major international coup for its milestone 50th Anniversary event, confirming that Australian motorsport superstar Toby Price will join the field this April 10-12.

The Central Machine Hire Otago Rally is thrilled to announce the inclusion of another WRC event-winning driver for the 2026 event.

An influx of quality applications has seen the Central Machine Hire Otago Rally award scholarships to two up-and-coming young rally drivers.

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.

2026 can’t come quick enough for Central Machine Hire Otago Rally fans, with the initial route for next year’s rally being unveiled by event organisers.

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.