When Theodore P&C’s Trail ride opened entries for its 2025 annual event, they probably weren’t expecting that 1118 riders would make this the biggest Theodore Trailride ever. A small community of less than 1000 people, Theodore is situated 560 km north-west of Brisbane, and its P&C began the trail ride 15 years ago. According to […]
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EOIs requested for new members for four subcommittees
Is it time to use your inside knowledge to be the change you want to see in the world? Motorcycling Queensland is currently calling for Expressions of Interest for members interested in filling one of several subcommittee vacancies: Enduro (2 required) Dirt Track (2 required) Road Race (2 required) Trials (1 required) Send your expression […]
Volunteer in Focus – Marty Cowdell
At the recent Australian trials Championship at Meringandan, today’s Volunteer in Focus, Marty Cowdell, achieved a sort of legendary status within his own club as a sort of Mister Fix-It who could clean up messes under pressure, at short notice. And all because surgery kept him from competing. Like many of the most appreciated unsung […]
Injury Suspension and Getting Your Clearance to Race
So you’ve got an injury suspension. But you’re better now. What do you do? Well, that depends if there’s a concussion involved. Medical (no concussion) – You need a doctor’s certificate that specifically states that you are fit to participate in motorcycle sport. Take a pic of it with your phone. Go into […]
Need a Racing Number?
A racing number is no big deal to some people. But to others, choosing the racing number that’s going to essentially be your on-track name, face and brand is part of the fun of being a racer. At most times of the year there are riders wanting riding numbers, and Ridernet doesn’t yet have a […]
No Officials, No Motorcycle Competition
Has anyone noticed the number of Facebook posts asking for flag marshals lately? This is a problem for us because the lack of volunteers will lead to either events being cancelled or you yourself as a competitor being asked to take up the slack. In times of challenge though, it’s always worth stopping to notice […]