About Lithgow City Raceway
Lithgow City Raceway at Marrangaroo, just outside Lithgow in the NSW Central Tablelands, is the home circuit of the Combined Districts Kart Club (CDKC) — a members' club that has been running since 1981 and is affiliated with Karting NSW. This is a competition kart facility rather than an arrive-and-drive hire venue: drivers bring their own kart, hold a current licence and race or practise within their class and grade. The sealed circuit is open for practice most days, roughly 9am–4pm unless booked for an event, with controlled sign-on days before race meetings. The club has a long-standing family-friendly reputation and hosts state-level events, and regular Come and Try days give newcomers a first taste of the sport in a supervised setting.
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FAQ
Can I just turn up and hire a go-kart?
No. Lithgow City Raceway is the home of the Combined Districts Kart Club, a competition members' club. Drivers bring their own kart and hold a Karting NSW licence — it is not an arrive-and-drive hire-kart venue. The best entry point for newcomers is a club Come and Try day.
Do I need a licence to drive?
Yes. To practise or race you need a current Karting NSW licence valid for your class and grade, and you must sign on through the KNSW MyKarting portal before each session.
What age can children start?
Junior karting starts young — Rookie/Novice classes cater for drivers from around age 6. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
When is the track open for practice?
The circuit is generally available for practice most days, around 9am to 4pm, unless it is booked for a race meeting or other event. Check the club calendar before travelling.
How do I try karting for the first time?
The club runs Come and Try days that let newcomers experience karting in a supervised setting before committing to a licence and their own kart. Watch the CDKC calendar and Facebook page for dates.