Queensland Raceway
Queensland Raceway, situated near Ipswich is also known as the
'Paperclip' on account of its U-shaped layout. The circuit, opened in
1999, offers four different layouts. The main straight is named after
Queensland's best-known motor sportsman: five-time Australian touring
car champion Dick Johnson officially opened the pit lane named after him
on 16 August 2001.
Various structures, such as the pit lane buildings and grandstands are
to be found on the outside of the circuit. The infield is totally
undeveloped, permitting unbridled views of the entire circuit for
spectators. The circuit was totally re-asphalted in the autumn of 2011.




National Circuit Length: 3130m
Sportsman Circuit: 2150m Sprint Cirucit: 1930m Clubman Length: 2140m
Race Direction: Clockwise
National Circuit Track Map Sportsman Circuit Track Map Sprint Circuit Track Map Clubman Circuit Track Map
Queensland Raceway V8 Supercar Qualifying Record: John Bowe, Ford Falcon AU, 1m09.2594s, 1999 (Bridgestone Control Tyre)
Queensland Raceway V8 Supercar Race Lap Record: Jamie Whincup, Holden Commodore VE II, 1m10.1637s, 2011 (Dunlop Soft Tyre)
Fastest Lap: 1:04.0661 Simon Wills, Reynard 94D
By Road
Queensland Raceway is approximately 50 kms west of Brisbane, on the
outskirts of Ipswich and close to the Amberley air force base, home of
the F-111. It is part of the Ipswich City Council's Ipswich Motorsport
Precinct. The precinct is beside the Cunningham Highway, approximately
22km from the Ipswich Motorway.
By Plane
For visitors flying to Brisbane Airport, the recommended route is
south on the Gateway Arterial, then on to the Logan Motorway, Ipswich
Motorway and Cunningham Highway. Although not the most direct, this
route avoids all urban traffic and takes less than an hour.
Accommodation
Accommodation near Queensland Raceway ranges from luxury self contained apartments with sweeping
views, centrally located motels, boutique bed and breakfasts, cosy
cottages, camping and cabins. For more information visit Discover Ipswich
General Testing
Queensland Raceway and Lakeside Park general test days offer you the chance to test on multiple circuit configurations. Whether you want additional track time prior to your race or simply need to test your car or bike, our circuits and garages are ideal.
Semi Exclusive/Exclusive Testing can be arranged for race teams. View our calendar to find out the latest dates for your vehicle test. For more information please call (07) 5461 9100 or email admin@qldraceways.com.au
Garages and Storage
With dozens of garages and numerous configurations, Queensland Raceway is the perfect place to store your vehicles. We offer long and short term storage. For more information click here.
Helicopter Landings
Helicopters are welcome to land at both Queensland Raceway and Lakeside Park circuits. Landing
at Queensland Raceways is strictly by prior permission. Please avoid overflying any residential properties at less than 500ft.
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