GreyhoundRacingResults.com.auForbury Park Greyhound Racing
Dunedin, Otago · New Zealand — Provincial track. Features: 520mm. Race days: Regular weekly meetings.
No longer racing: Commercial greyhound racing in New Zealand ended on 31 July 2026 following the government ban announced in December 2024. This profile is retained as a historical reference — New Zealand-bred greyhounds continue to race in Australia.
Forbury Park, hard against Dunedin's south, is one of New Zealand's most historic greyhound venues. Otago's proud racing district keeps the club strong, and its programs remain a vital part of the southern form cycle.
History of Forbury Park
Forbury Park, positioned on the southern edge of Dunedin, Otago, was one of New Zealand’s most long-established greyhound racing venues. For generations it stood as the heart of southern greyhound racing, anchored by the dedicated Otago racing community that supported every meeting. It held a respected place in New Zealand’s national racing landscape long before operations concluded.
As a provincial venue, it ran regular weekly daytime race meetings throughout its operating life. The track hosted the region’s signature Otago feature events and Southern Classics series, with the 520m distance forming the backbone of all major race cards. Local trainers, owners and punters travelled across the lower South Island to attend these popular meetings.
While active, Forbury Park formed a critical link in the southern New Zealand form cycle. It provided a reliable proving ground for emerging greyhounds, and its consistent race patterns made it a favourite among experienced punters right up until greyhound racing ceased at the venue.
The Forbury Park circuit
Forbury Park was a tight provincial greyhound circuit with a sand racing surface. No night racing was ever conducted at the venue, with all meetings held in daylight conditions that suited Dunedin’s southern climate. The 520m trip was the track’s established feature distance, used for all major graded and feature events across the year.
The compact layout shaped every race run here, with early speed prioritised far above staying ability. The sand surface delivered consistent traction, meaning there were very few random track bias variations from meeting to meeting. Form produced at Forbury Park was always easily identifiable for regular followers of the circuit.
Punting notes
Forbury is a tight, leader-biased circuit where the early metres decide most races. Dogs that must come from behind are rarely winning propositions regardless of class — the inside speed map is the first thing to map.
More punting angles at Forbury Park
Historical form from Forbury Park remains useful for punters reviewing pedigree lines and past runner records. When operating, the inside rail held a clear advantage through the tight opening turn, with even one box position lost at the start almost always ending winning hopes. Fields almost always settled in running order within the first 50 metres, with very few late overtakes recorded at any grade.
Highlights
- Otago feature events
- Southern classics
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Frequently asked questions
Is Forbury Park still racing?
Commercial greyhound racing in New Zealand ended on 31 July 2026 following the government ban announced in December 2024. This profile is retained as a historical reference — New Zealand-bred greyhounds continue to race in Australia.
What days does Forbury Park race?
Forbury Park in Dunedin typically races on regular weekly meetings. Programs can change around feature meetings and public holidays, so check the official racing calendar close to race day.
What is the main race distance at Forbury Park?
Forbury Park's feature races are run over 520mm. The venue is a provincial track with a sand surface.
Where can I see Forbury Park greyhound results?
You can browse the Forbury Park results page on this site, which links through to the track profile with race days, distances and punting notes. Results are published only when verified against official stewards' results.
Where can I bet on greyhound racing from Dunedin?
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Where was Forbury Park greyhound racing located?
Forbury Park was situated in southern Dunedin, Otago on New Zealand’s South Island. It operated as the primary provincial greyhound venue for the lower southern region for many decades, serving a loyal community of local owners, trainers and punters.
Did Forbury Park run night greyhound racing meetings?
No, night racing was never held at Forbury Park. All official greyhound racing at the Dunedin venue was conducted during daylight hours, following the traditional meeting schedule that was in place for almost the entire history of the track.
What were the main feature races hosted at Forbury Park?
Forbury Park hosted the regional Otago feature greyhound events and the Southern Classics series. These meetings were the highlight of the southern racing calendar, drawing the best graded provincial greyhounds from across the lower South Island each season.
Is greyhound racing still operating at Forbury Park?
No, greyhound racing has permanently ceased at Forbury Park. The venue no longer runs regular weekly or feature race meetings, and all official greyhound racing activity at the Dunedin site has been discontinued.