Avondale Racecourse in the news
Here, you’ll find media coverage, news articles, and published stories that spotlight the Avondale Racecourse as well as community efforts to keep this cause in the public eye. From local features to national headlines, this kaupapa continues to spark widespread interest as we advocate for public access, green space, and lasting value for the people of Avondale and Tāmaki Makaurau.
Media
September 2025
Residents fight to save Avondale market grounds, anger over secrecy
A residents’ group has formed to stop a national racing body from selling a much loved community asset to developers.
Febuary 2025
Avondale community group to engage Winston Peters over racecourse housing plans
An Auckland community group say they're taking their push to protect Avondale Racecourse land to Parliament, as they look to maintain a community green space.
February 2025
Community outcry over ‘backroom deals’ to sell off Avondale Racecourse
As the Government moves to consolidate horse-racing in New Zealand, community groups have found themselves jockeying with developers over the future of the Avondale Racecourse, reports Jonathan Killick.
April 2024
Community raises concerns as Avondale Racecourse
tipped for housing
People in Auckland’s Avondale say they’ve been caught by surprise over plans to rezone the suburb’s 136-year-old racecourse for housing.
March 2024
Avondale Racecourse rezoning: community concerned by potential for thousands of homes
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