Motorcycling Australia (MA) and the ProMX Management Team are ecstatic to announce a major new partnership with Australia’s leading oil and lubricants manufacturer – Penrite Oil- as the Naming Rights title partner for the inaugural 2021 and beyond, Penrite ProMX Championship (ProMX). Penrite are a world-renowned, industry leading oil manufacturer, with a direct connection in […]
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EOIs Requested for Motocross, Dirt Track & Enduro Subcommittees
Motorcycling Queensland is seeking expressions of interest for subcommittee members on the Motocross, Dirt Track and Enduro Subcommittees. It is understood these candidates have the requisite knowledge of the particular discipline to assist both clubs and the sport in their growth and development, as well as an understanding of the technical aspects that may arise […]
Australia’s Internationally Recognised Motorsport Bodies Establish United National Advocacy Voice for 2- and 4-wheel Motorsport
Australia’s peak national regulatory bodies across the four key motorsport disciplines – automobile, motorcycle, kart and drag racing have announced they have joined forces to form the Australian Motorsport Council (“AMC”). In a first for Australian motorsport, the sole Australian 2-wheel and 4-wheel sanctioning and organising bodies recognised by the Global Association of International Sports […]
MA’ Social Media Policy Document
MA has a Social Media policy document to protect all its members, and you can read it here: https://bit.ly/3qFkpMo
State of Volunteering in Queensland survey
Government, commercial and not-for-profit volunteer-involving organisations are invited to complete the survey. Volunteering Queensland is conducting the inaugural State of Volunteering in Queensland survey. The survey data will result in a flagship report that will help shape a stronger future where the value and impact of volunteering can be realised and celebrated. For more information and […]
ProMX Set To Launch Into 2021
Australia’s 2021 national motocross season is ready to fire into action with today’s announcement the 2021 ProMX Championship will see 8 rounds of jammed packed action across 7 weekends, launching a new era for the Australian Motocross Championship. The ProMX Management Team are further pleased to announce the 2021 ProMX Championship will explode into action, […]
MQ – Benefits of Affiliation
Motorcycling Queensland (MQ) understands that clubs, and in particular management committee members, need to be fully informed when making decisions that will impact on the clubs and its members. For anyone in a leadership or decision-making position, there is a significant number of elements worth considering when making a decision about affiliation. Check it out […]
High School Kids Get Traction
Twelve high school kids from Beaudesert High School and Emmaus College at Jimboomba recently completed their 10-week Traction small motor course and kickstart beginner riding course. Traction needed a qualified mechanic to deliver the course and one guy who can’t get enough of motorcycles – MQ’s Events Manager Simon Wadwell – used up a few […]
MQ Mini Muster is Born
MQ’s new Mini Muster is a fun introduction to motorcycling for mini riders aged 4-9. It’s for all 50cc, 70cc, 90cc, 110cc mini dirt bikes, and will contain: An intro to motocross, trials, and minikhana by Level 2 Coach John Armstrong and assistants Round 1 takes place on Sept 26 at Qld Moto Park, and […]
Moto National steps in for Let’s Ride September
MQ’s “Let’s Ride” licence promotions have delivered extra value for our licence holders and a well-deserved spotlight to some of the many businesses who throw their support behind this wonderful sport every week. This month’s Let’s Ride promo offers you 20% off selected helmets from the legends at Moto National, with any purchase of an […]
EOI’s Open for 2021 bLU cRU Oceania Junior Cup
If you are aged 11 to under-16-year-old and want to be considered for the 2021 Oceania Junior Cup, application are available HERE Riders are provided with a race-prepped Yamaha YZF-R15 bikes, equipped with Pirelli tyres, Öhlins suspension, RK chains, Motul oil, Ricondi Motorcycle Apparel leathers and gloves, AGV helmets, TCX boots, round entries, transportation of […]
Sport and Recreation – COVID-19 update
A Sport and Recreation COVID-19 update from Andrew Sly, Assistant Director General, Housing, Homelessness & Sport Department of Housing and Public Works To our sport and recreation community, This morning, you would be aware of announcements from The Premier and Queensland Health regarding new positive COVID-19 cases in Queensland and advice from the Chief […]
Have you got your entry in for the Qld championships at Hervey Bay?
Have you got your entry in for the Queensland championships at Hervey Bay? Entries close midday on Saturday. What an awesome experience at any skill level. To be able to race the same competition as Jay Wilson, Aaron Tanti, the Ferguson brothers, Latimer brothers, Todd Waters, Jai Walker, Jack Mather and many more – what […]
AORC Events Calendar Update
The Yamaha Australian Off-Road Championship (AORC) presented by MXStore has made the decision to cancel Round 7 and 8 of the Championship which was to be held at Omeo, Victoria on September 19 and 20. Due to the recent announcement of lockdown in Victoria and the spike in cases in Victoria and NSW, as well […]
This is our sport. Don’t tarnish it.
Bringing the sport we all love into disrepute is not on. Just like in other sports, aggressive or unfair comment towards volunteers, officials, competitors or the governing body carries consequences. Free speech and fair comment are fine, aggressive/abusive commentary is not. We’re all passionate, but please keep all commentary respectful and constructive. MA’s Electronic and […]
Ride Park Australia and Whole of Sport Strategic Plan
The current pandemic has taken its toll on the world and on sport globally. With a need to protect ourselves we have not been able to race for quite some time. So what has been happening within the Motorcycling Australia Alliance whilst we have not been able to ride? Well the answer is… lots! We […]
Industry plan for Outdoor Sport and Recreation Approved by Queensland’s Chief Health Officer
Queensland’s Chief Health Officer has approved an over-arching COVID-safe Industry plan for Outdoor Sport and Recreation, which effectively allows outdoor sports to operate safely while servicing more participants than that previously advised as part of Stage 2 of Queensland’s Roadmap. As a member of the Outdoor Sport and Recreation Industry Group, and in line with […]
The News We’ve All Been Waiting For
Dear Members, With the May 24 announcement of Sport Australia’s Return to Sport Toolkit, Motorcycling Australia (MA) have outlined the following timeline for the reactivation of licence sales and a return to competitive activity. •June 15, 2020 – License sales will be reactivated to renew or apply for your license; •July 1, 2020 – Competition […]
Becoming A Champion – The Mental Game
The World’s best athletes use them, Australian motorcycle racing champions past and present have and still use them today. Riders spend thousands of hours exercising their bodies into peak physical condition, endless hours fine tuning their race machines, lap after lap honing their skills, but what about their mental health? What is sports/performance psychology and […]
Rider/Official/Clubbie/Racer Profile: Ashleigh Smith
Townsville’s Ashleigh Smith juggles several roles at the track these days, volunteering as a Level 4 Race Secretary for both Speedway and Track, and serving as PR Officer for the North Qld Speedway Riders & Supporters Club. And when she’s not doing that, you might find her occasionally having a lap herself, or giving a […]