After 96 years as Auckland’s roaring centerpiece, the iconic Western Springs Speedway is set to close following its last meeting this weekend.
The highly controversial decision to evict the speedway and relocate the club south to Waikaraka Speedway was made under vote by the Auckland Council late last year. Meanwhile a new football stadium has been proposed for the grounds.
Albany Ward councillor John Watson is a vocal supporter of the speedway and has been rallying against what he calls an “engineered eviction”. He joins Jim to discuss.
Western Springs Speedway 2018. Photo: Photosport
