Narooma Rally Set to Ignite the South Coast on September 13, 2025

The beautiful Eurobodalla region is set to echo with the sound of rally engines when the 2025 Techworkz Automotive Stages and Horizon Apartments Narooma Forest Rally hit the forests on Saturday, September 13.

This action-packed event is the penultimate round of the Shamrock Haulage NSW Rally Championship and the East Coast Classic Rally Series (2WD and 4WD), while also hosting the final round of the NSW Clubman Rally Series and the penultimate round of the Techworkz Automotive ACT Regional Rally Series.

The Rally at a Glance

• Date: Saturday 13 September 2025
• Location: Narooma, NSW – with Rally HQ at Club Narooma
• Competitive Distance:
  NSWRC and ECCRS – 9 stages, 175 km
  Clubman and ACTRRS – 8 stages, 152 km
• Service Park: Bill Smyth Memorial Oval, Narooma
• Accommodation Partner: Horizon Holiday Apartments, offering rally discounts for competitors and officials

Narooma is one of the most stunning coastal towns in Australia, with golden beaches, crystal-clear waterways, and spectacular forest backdrops, it’s the perfect setting for high-speed motorsport. The rally uses some of the best South Coast forest roads, blending fast flowing sections with technical challenges that demand precision from crews.

What’s at Stake?

With the season nearing its conclusion, championship contenders will be going all-out for points. Expect the big names from previous rounds, including rally veterans, classic car heroes, and rising stars to push the limits in their fight for series glory.

Who to Watch?

The 2025 Techworkz Automotive Stages and Horizon Apartments Narooma Forest Rally has drawn an impressive entry list, with talent from both modern and classic rally machinery. Expect these key players to light up the South Coast stages:

• Josh Redhead and Ray Winwood-Smith (Hyundai i20) – 2024 NSWRC champions and always a threat for outright honours, especially on fast, flowing stages.
• Tony Sullens and Kaylie Newell (Citroën DS3) – Current NSWRC leaders, known for pushing 2WD machinery to the limit against the 4WD heavyweights.
• Dean Ridge and Muireann Hayes (Ford Fiesta) – Fresh from strong form this season, with outright rally wins proving they can set the pace.
• Nathan Quinn and David Green (Mazda RX2) – ECCRS stars, spectacular to watch in the classic rotary, and capable of upsetting the modern field.
• Taylor Gill and Daniel Brkic (Toyota GR Yaris AP4) – Young gun fresh from the Junior WRC, with international experience, a genuine contender for top spot and should be one to watch.
• Lewis Bates and Erin Kelly (Toyota GR Yaris) – National-level speed meets NSWRC grit and a serious outright threat.
• Tom Clarke and Ryan Preston (Datsun Stanza) – A force in the East Coast Classic Rally Series, quick in the classics and a crowd favourite.
• Daniel Mc Aloon (Ford Mk2 Escort) – Rapid in historic machinery, capable of strong ECCRS points.
• Brett Middleton and Andrew Benefield (Honda Civic) – Proven 2WD competitors, always punching above their weight in the nimble Civic.

Add in experienced hands like Jamie Luff (Subaru WRX), Ron McKinnon (Mitsubishi Lancer), and Richard Payne (Ford Fiesta), and you have a field where battles will be fought across every class and category.

For Competitors

• Entries Open: Monday 28 July
• Entries Close: Sunday 7 September, 6:00 PM
• Reconnaissance: 30 August – 12 September
• Awards Presentation: 10:00 PM at Club Narooma on event night

For Spectators

Fans can enjoy prime viewing opportunities at designated spectator points, with the ceremonial start at Bill Smyth Memorial Oval and the finish celebrations at Club Narooma. Local businesses, cafes, and coastal scenery make it the perfect motorsport weekend getaway.

The Narooma Forest Rally is more than just a motorsport event, it’s a celebration of speed, skill, and community. Whether you’re chasing championship points, snapping photos of sideways rally cars, or soaking up the South Coast vibes, September 13 promises unforgettable rally action.

Visit the Narooma Rally Site at: https://www.naroomaforestrally.com.au/