ILT Legends on Tour – An Evening with the Champion

ILT Legends on Tour – An Evening with the Champions

Celebrating 70 Years of the Tour of Southland | 1956–2026

Join us for a special evening celebrating 70 years of the iconic Tour of Southland as we bring together some of the greatest champions in the event’s history.

Hear the stories, relive the memorable moments and enjoy a few laughs as past winners share their experiences of racing in one of New Zealand’s most celebrated cycling events.

Our special guests include:

• Brian Fowler – 8-time winner
• Warwick Dalton – 3-time winner
• Josh Burnett – 3-time winner
• John Lieswyn – 2-time winner
• Graeme Miller – 2-time winner
• Jack Swart – 2-time winner
• Paul Jesson – 2-time winner
• Blair Stockwell – 1972 winner
• Mike Hughes – 1973 winner
• Eric Mackenzie – 1979 winner
• Stuart Lowe – 1991 winner
• Doug Bath – 1994 winner
• Brad Evans – 2015 winner
• Dan Gardner – 2023 winner

Special fundraising auction

The evening will feature an exciting auction with some fantastic items up for grabs, including:

• A framed Tour of Southland artwork signed by past champions – a unique piece of cycling history!
• A flight from Heliworks Queenstown
• A voucher for Solve It and Escape Invercargill
• A voucher from Cruise Milford
• A World Tour Team Jersey donated by Corbin Strong

Event details

Friday 30 October 2026 - 6:30pm
The Newfield Tavern, Invercargill
$35 per ticket – supper included
Bar facilities available

Courtesy Coach available

LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE – DON'T MISS OUT!

Celebrate 70 years of Tour of Southland history alongside the champions who helped create it.