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SHANNONS EXTEND LONG ASSOCIATION TO NEW EVENT

22-Jun-2018 Brittany Smith

Shannons, who have the rare distinction of supporting every Targa Tasmania held since 1992, have just agreed to extend their close association with Targa Australia in agreeing to sponsor the exciting new Targa Great Barrier Reef for the next three years.

Targa team numbers capped at 215 in Cairns

07-Jun-2018 Brittany Smith

COMPETITOR numbers have been limited to 215 in the inaugural Targa Great Barrier Reef tarmac rally in three months.

Pullman Reef Hotel Casino To Support Targa Great Barrier Reef

06-Jun-2018 Brittany Smith

The first running of Targa Great Barrier Reef promises to bring plenty of excitement to the Cairns region. With the event positioned to attract high earning visitors to Cairns, it was always going to have great synergies with Pullman Reef Hotel Casino in being able to provide these visitors with the high quality stay, that they will be looking for in late August and early September.

Targa High Country 2018 Street Stage

25-May-2018 Brittany Smith

We have been exploring all options to ensure that it could continue to be, so with this now completed, we are also excited to announce that the Mansfield Street Stage will go ahead for the 9th time this year and will actually be 400 metres longer than the 2017 version. At 4.6km, it will now only be 200 metres shorter than the famous, George Town Super Street Stage.

Mates Ready To Burn Rubber On Big Tarmac Circuit

21-May-2018 Brittany Smith

The Far North’s main motor racing organisation, FNQ Motorsports Club, is heavily involved in Targa Great Barrier Reef.

Vice-president Trevor Thompson said it was an opportunity to showcase the club, which was restricted to dirt venues because of the lack of a tarmac circuit in the region.

Targa Great Barrier Reef is becoming bigger than expected

21-May-2018 Brittany Smith

Organisers of the inaugural Targa Great Barrier Reef tarmac rally in the Far North are considering limiting numbers after being overwhelmed with entries.

Participant numbers have hit 214, far more than a target of 150 for the three-day event from August 31 to September 2.

Targa Great Barrier Reef Billboards Start Monday

18-May-2018 Brittany Smith

The excitement is really starting to build now towards the first running of Targa Great Barrier Reef. What better way to let the world know about the event than to put up some very large electronic billboards in key locations in Melbourne and Sydney.

Targa High Country to Remain a Three Day Event in 2018

17-May-2018 Brittany Smith

In spite of wrapping up the 27th Targa Tasmania and working tirelessly on the inaugural Targa Great Barrier Reef, we have also been focusing on how we could continue to deliver a three day event, at Targa High Country.

Beginners Guide to being a Targa Official

15-May-2018 Brittany Smith

This guide will assist you in understanding what is involved with being a volunteer official, the many different aspects and roles that may interest you, and what is expected of you as a professional official.

If you have any questions after reading this guide, don’t panic, just contact the Targa team and they can answer all your questions!

Click here to download

Targa Tasmania Rookie Rallye 2019 Eligibility

08-May-2018 Brittany Smith

As a major part of our long term vision for Targa Tasmania, we introduced the Rookie Rallye. It will be contested over the FULL COURSE DISTANCE, yes, all six days will need to be conquered to win the Rookie Rallye.

To ensure that new competitors are highly motivated to take the very large step up into the world of Targa Tasmania, an entry fee that is 50% discounted, will be offered. This will greatly assist those wanting to compete on the toughest stage and climb the highest mountain.

Targa Tasmania 2019 Entries now open

04-May-2018 Brittany Smith

With the warmest Targa Tasmania ever held now successfully completed, we are already putting the plans into place for the 28th running of Targa Tasmania, from 29th April to 4th May 2019.

CAMS Australia Targa Championship points update

01-May-2018 Brittany Smith

After the running of Round 2 of the CAMS Australian Targa Championship at Targa Tasmania, a number of competitors have claimed a strong position in the various competitions that make up the championship.

Now officially the country’s largest national motorsport championship in terms of competitors, with a total of 157 different vehicles competing so far this year, the Outright competitions for Modern and Classic cars has seen both round one leaders maintain their places at the top.

What every class winner had to say

21-Apr-2018 Ian Chesterman

What the winners said …

Whites secure seventh Targa Tasmania victory

21-Apr-2018 Ian Chesterman

Jason and John White have withstood ailing tyres to produce a stunning victory in Australia’s showpiece tarmac rally, Targa Tasmania.

Celebrations - Targa Tasmania 2018 run and won

Targa set for cliffhanger finish as Close cuts lead

20-Apr-2018 Ian Chesterman

Matt Close has set-up the prospect of a grandstand finish after chopping into the advantage of Jason White following an intense battle on the penultimate day of Targa Tasmania.

Jason White on Arrowsmith

What they said - Day 5

20-Apr-2018 Ian Chesterman

Our in-field reporter caught up with a few of the drivers at the end of Day 5. See what they had to say.

Close refuses to wave white flag

19-Apr-2018 Ian Chesterman

Porsche flyer Matt Close remains upbeat about his chances of reeling in the tearaway Dodge Viper of Jason White with two days of Targa Tasmania remaining.

What they said - Day 4 quotes

19-Apr-2018 Ian Chesterman

Our infield reporter was at the end of Day 4 to chat to a few of the drivers. See what they had to say.

John Ireland and Janet Binns

Some competitor quotes from Day 3

18-Apr-2018 Ian Chesterman

Our in-field reporter caught up with a number of competitors at the start of Rossarden. Have a read of what they said.

White gets Close attention on Day 3

18-Apr-2018 Ian Chesterman

Jason and John White continue to resist the challengers with another stoic display to lead Targa Tasmania after Day 3.

The Sideling provides a great driving experience

Quotes from Day 2

17-Apr-2018 Ian Chesterman

Our intrepid infield reporter caught up with a number of competitors before the start of Mt Roland. Read on to find out what they throat about their day.

Class wraps - Day 2 at Targa

17-Apr-2018 Ian Chesterman

We look at many of the different classes after day at Targa Tasmania

Sutcliffe and Mitchell lead Early Modern

17-Apr-2018 Ian Chesterman

The Dutton’s Garage Early Modern competition has seen an intriguing battle on day two of Targa Tasmania, with the leading drivers jostling for position over the six stages and 75 competitive kilometres.

Joshua Sutcliffe and Jon Mitchell

Whites squeeze out advantage after Day 2

17-Apr-2018 Ian Chesterman

Jason and John White have put on a dynamic display to increase their edge over the field in the overall battle after the second day of Targa Tasmania.

Jason White on Moriarty

Whites take Targa Tasmania overall lead after Day 1

16-Apr-2018 Ian Chesterman

Reigning Targa champions Jason and John White have taken an early overall lead after the opening three stages of Targa Tasmania.

John and Jason White at George Town

Targa Tasmania Takes on extra significance in 2018

12-Apr-2018 Ian Chesterman

The 27^th edition of Targa Tasmania will take on extra significance this year as it also represents round two of the newly formed 2018 CAMS Australian Targa Championship.

The Championship comprises four events - Targa North West, which was held in February, Targa Tasmania, Targa High Country in Victoria and a brand new event, Targa Great Barrier Reef, which will be held in Cairns from August 31 to September 2.

Officials Registration for Targa Great Barrier Reef

07-Apr-2018 Brittany Smith

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR TARGA GREAT BARRIER REEF 2018

Glenney Takes out Targa North West

21-Feb-2018 Brittany Smith

Steve Glenney and Andy Sarandis have taken out this year's Targa North West in a 2015 Subaru WRX STI.

The overnight leaders stretched their lead over today's final five stages to finish clear of Paul Stokell and Jason Page in a 2014 Lotus Exige by just under four minutes, with Tony Quinn and Kate Catford claiming third, a further 52 seconds back in a 2001 Porsche 911 Turbo.

Glenney and Bray off to the Perfect Start

20-Feb-2018 Brittany Smith

See all the footage of your car from Targa North West 2018 as captured for Channel Nine TV show.

The 2018 CAMS Australian Targa Championship is set to be a thrilling affair following a highly successful opening round at last weekend’s Targa North West.

Two overall championships are up for grabs in 2018, with the CAMS Australian Targa Championship, which covers Early Modern, GT2 and GT4, as well as the CAMS Australian Targa Classic Championship for Classic and Classic GT.

Targa North West 2018 Day 2 Highlights

20-Feb-2018 Brittany Smith

Check out the Highlights from the final day of Targa North West 2018! Congratulations to all the crews, & outright winners Steve Glenney and Andy Sarandis! After a great event we cant wait round two of the 2018 Australian Targa Championship, Targa Tasmania from 16th - 21st April!

Targa North West 2018 Day One Highlights

18-Feb-2018 Brittany Smith

Check out the highlights from an action packed first day of Targa North West 2018

Glenney Leads as White Suffers Mechanical Issues on Day One

17-Feb-2018 Brittany Smith

Day one of Targa North West has served up plenty of drama, with Jason and John White in their 2016 Dodge Viper ACR Extreme suffering mechanical problems on the Hellyer Gorge South stage.

North West in Motor Racing Spotlight this Weekend

13-Feb-2018 Brittany Smith

The opening round of the highly anticipated CAMS Australian Targa Championship begins this weekend, with the two-day Targa North West event.

In previous years Targa North West was held over one day, but this year has been doubled in length, ensuring it will be not only a worthy Championship round, but an even
greater spectacle for fans.

Targa Great Barrier Reef 2018 Information Kit

03-Feb-2018 Brittany Smith

As at the close of Early Bird entries a couple of days ago, no fewer than 163 crews had officially entered the first ever running of Targa Great Barrier Reef, with entries coming from every state and both territories.

VALE PAUL DARKO

24-Jan-2018 Brittany Smith

Paul Darko has played a key role in motorsport in Tasmania for well over 30 years. He was a regular attendee at the various tracks and events around Tasmania, as well as many on the mainland, and was always happy to take on any role or position asked of him. One of his main motorsport loves was Targa!

Freight Arrangements released for Targa Great Barrier Reef

22-Jan-2018 Brittany Smith

With a high number of southern state competitors looking to make the journey to Far North Queensland for the first running of Targa Great Barrier Reef, we are excited to announce a deal with national car freighter, CEVA to help get all of the amazing Targa cars to Cairns in time for the start on 31st August and home again post event.

Targa’s Strong Future

19-Jan-2018 Brittany Smith

Targa Australia and the Confederation of Australian Motor Sport (CAMS) can today confirm they have signed off on a new, five-year agreement.

The news means the CAMS Australian Targa Championship will continue for at least another five years, until 2022.

Rookies Of The Year 2018 Award Announced

16-Jan-2018 Brittany Smith

Also forming an integral part of the new CAMS Australian Targa Championship, will be a Rookies of the Year Award, to be awarded at the Championship Dinner at Targa High Country.

Manufacturers Championship Announced For 2018

15-Jan-2018 Brittany Smith

As part of the new CAMS Australian Targa Championship, there will also be a manufacturers title on the line with the highest two placed vehicles from each competing manufacturer in the Overall Modern section, being awarded allocated points towards a manufacturers total points.

Who can beat the might of Porsche when it comes to being the best Targa cars in the country? Only time will tell.

CAMS Australian Targa Championship to be Broadcast Nationally on Channel 9

11-Jan-2018 Brittany Smith

After the success of the Targa Tasmania broadcast on Channel 9 last year, the large ‘Free to Air’ network has agreed to broadcast all four rounds of this year’s CAMS Australian Targa Championship, starting with the inaugural round at Targa North West to be held on 17^th & 18^th February.

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SHANNONS EXTEND LONG ASSOCIATION TO NEW EVENT

Shannons, who have the rare distinction of supporting every Targa Tasmania held since 1992, have just agreed to extend their close association with Targa Australia in agreeing to sponsor the exciting new Targa Great Barrier Reef for the next three years.

read more

Targa team numbers capped at 215 in Cairns

COMPETITOR numbers have been limited to 215 in the inaugural Targa Great Barrier Reef tarmac rally in three months.

read more

Pullman Reef Hotel Casino To Support Targa Great Barrier Reef

The first running of Targa Great Barrier Reef promises to bring plenty of excitement to the Cairns region. With the event positioned to attract high earning visitors to Cairns, it was always going to have great synergies with Pullman Reef Hotel Casino in being able to provide these visitors with the high quality stay, that they will be looking for in late August and early September.
read more

Targa High Country 2018 Street Stage

We have been exploring all options to ensure that it could continue to be, so with this now completed, we are also excited to announce that the Mansfield Street Stage will go ahead for the 9th time this year and will actually be 400 metres longer than the 2017 version. At 4.6km, it will now only be 200 metres shorter than the famous, George Town Super Street Stage.

read more

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