This week IHRA have announced a new sanctioning agreement with the recently branded Victorian Motorsports Park – formerly Heathcote Park Raceway, and reaffirmed sanctioning for Hidden Valley Dragway.
After recently announcing a sanctioning agreement was signed with Hidden Valley Dragway, IHRA hosted an information session for the Northern Territory drag racers last weekend introducing the organisation and explaining the process in licence transitioning, discussing rules and regulations with a Q&A session to provide the important information to all that attended.
Maurice Allen CEO pictured with the Hidden Valley Drag Racing committee inspected the facility and is extremely excited for the future of the club and the local racers along with more exciting announcements to follow shortly.
IHRA thanks NT Motorsports for the use of the fantastic facility and NT Government.
Allen also explained how optimistic and proud the committee are for the sport in Darwin and was excited about their commitment to the club and can’t wait to see them help grow drag racing in the region with the full support from IHRA.
Today, IHRA Australia also announced multi‑year sanctioning agreement with Victorian Motorsports Park, in the following statement.
IHRA Australia is proud to announce a new multi‑year sanctioning agreement with Victorian Motorsports Park (VMP), marking another significant and exciting milestone for the future of Australian drag racing.
This strategic partnership expands IHRA Australia’s operational footprint to five Australian states, reinforcing its position as one of the nation’s most established and progressive drag racing sanctioning bodies. Most importantly, it delivers new and expanded racing opportunities for competitors across the country, encouraging racers to travel, compete, and experience the diverse regions that make Australian drag racing unique.
The inclusion of Victorian Motorsports Park into the IHRA Australia network represents a landmark moment for Melbourne and the broader drag racing community. The venue is currently undergoing a complete transformation, with a major redevelopment underway that will elevate the facility to world‑class standards.
Melbourne has long been home to a strong and passionate sportsman racing base across all categories. With the continued growth of Real Street and Extreme Bike, the future for Victorian competitors looks exceptionally promising.
IHRA Australia has also recently introduced the new Pro Mod International 660 category, with the full 2026 IHRA Australia Calendar scheduled for release in the coming weeks. These categories will bring a fresh level of performance, competition, and spectacle to Victorian Motorsports Park, showcasing some of the most thrilling forms of drag racing available anywhere in the country.
IHRA Australia CEO Maurice Allen said the expansion represents a strong statement of intent—supporting venues, empowering competitors, and delivering consistent, high‑quality racing opportunities nationwide.
“The addition of Victorian Motorsports Park to our national program not only strengthens our presence across Australia but also opens the door for racers and fans to experience top‑tier drag racing in one of the country’s most incredible destinations,” Allen said. “This is an exciting time for everyone involved—competitors, fans, and partners alike.”
Victorian Motorsports Park now becomes a vital part of IHRA Australia’s long‑term national vision, strengthening pathways for racers while elevating the profile of drag racing in one of Australia’s most distinctive and motorsport‑rich regions.
