The 2.5 Litre Tasman Series was an annual event consisting usually of 8 Races split between New Zealand and Australia, that ran between 1964 & 1969. The Series attracted the cream of international talent including such greats as Jim Clark, Jackie Stewart & Graham Hill amongst many others. Australian legend Jack Brabham was a regular competitor as were the renowned Kiwi trio Denny Hulme, Bruce McLaren and Chris Amon. Until the 3.0 Litre Formula One was introduced in 1966 it was the fastest road racing competition in the World.

This site is devoted to those glorious days when antipodean hot-shoes could mix it with the best international motorsport had to offer, when Grand Prix Superstars let their hair down and enjoyed both the tight competitive racing and the laidback 'Down Under' lifestyle.

With many contributions from notable authors and people who were there, The site consists of individual Race Reports, Details on the Cars, Profiles of the Circuits and also Profiles on the many men who took part in the Series both behind the wheel and behind the scenes. That is not all. There is also the 'Other Stuff' section which contains journeys of classic Australian circuits as they are today, and other items of interest.

I hope you enjoy the site. Any suggestions, corrections and especially contributions are more than welcome.
The site is a continual work in progress so make sure you visit often to see the latest articles etc.

Ben Jamieson
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*Update* 18/11/08
Many errors corrected throughout the 1967 Championship