Australian motocross/supercross legend Chad Reed, after almost 20 years of professional competition, has hung up his boots for the last time as a professional racer. A multiple Supercross and Motocross Champion, record holder for the most main event starts in AMA Supercross history, Reed has taken on the best and beaten them. Reed will forever […]
Important Announcements
AORC SOUTH AUSTRALIA ROUND 5 & 6 CANCELLED
Due to South Australia and Queensland Government restrictions on travel and border closures, Motorcycling Australia has made the tough decision to cancel Rounds 5 and 6 of the Yamaha Australian Off-Road Championship, presented by MXstore, on August 1 and 2 at Murray Bridge, South Australia. This decision was not taken lightly, but with border […]
ASBK MANAGEMENT TEAM STATEMENT
Following the commitment to providing a further update on hosting ASBK Round 2 at Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit on July 25-26; the ASBK Management Team has been monitoring the ongoing developments in Victoria with COVID-19 over the past 7 days and has continued to review the restrictions on state borders over this time. The […]
MA Thanks WEM For Its Dedication And Commitment To MX
Motorcycling Australia (MA) wishes to thank Williams Event Management (WEM), Kevin Williams and his family for more than two decades of dedication to the MX Nationals. After 23 years Williams today made the tough decision to step away from the sport and the promotion and management of the MX Nationals effective immediately. In an emotional […]
Motorcycling Australia Announces Re-start Of National Championship Racing
Motorcycling Australia (MA) is pleased to announce the re-start of racing for thousands of riders across the country with the release of an updated 2020 National Championship calendar. The MA National Championship calendar (link HERE) includes it all – ASBK, AORC, MX Nationals, Junior and Senior Track, Junior Motocross, Classic and Post Classic Dirt Track, […]
AORC Set And Ready To Return
Thursday, June 18, 2020 The Yamaha Australian Off-Road Championship, presented by MXstore will fire back into action with a double header of sprint racing at Murray Bridge, South Australia on August 1 and 2. With State borders opening up, we are excited that we can continue our world-renowned 2020 championship which will include 8 rounds […]
Australian Historic Road Racing Championship Rescheduled for 2020
Motorcycling Australia (MA) would like to announce the 2020 Australian Historic Road Racing Championship, promoted by the Mt Gambier Motorcycle Club, has been moved to November 12-15, 2020. Due to COVID-19 and the rescheduling of national championships, we are pleased that together both MA and the Mt Gambier Motorcycle Club have been able to reschedule […]
Joint Commission Minutes
The Joint Commission Meeting Minutes are now available online and are open for comments from State Controlling Bodies (SCB) and stakeholders. You can find the 2020 Commission Minutes here. Your comments concerning the Rule Change Requests in discussion, must be documented on the feedback form here, which can be completed electronically or by hard copy. The […]
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 […]
Motorcycling Australia Licence Sales Reactivated
Motorcycling Australia licence sales have now been reactivated, and riders can renew or apply for a licence. Considering the pandemic and the impact that it has had on the restriction of sporting activities, MA in consultation with the State Controlling Bodies (SCBs) is pleased to confirm an extension of active annual licenses for members affected […]
What is the Motorcycling Australia Federation?
As a member of Motorcycling Australia you are the key to the management of our sport! Often when we talk about Motorcycling Australia, we get lost in our many acronyms that our structure can often get confusing. So what is the Motorcycling Australia Federation, what are State Controlling Bodies (SCBs) and what is it that […]
New Uniforms For ASADA Staff
The Australian Sports Anti-Doping Authority (ASADA) staff will now be wearing new uniforms when conducting doping control testing. Field Staff will always carry their accreditation so if athletes are unsure, they can ask to see the relevant accreditation.
EOI To Promote The 2021 Australian Motocross Championship Closes Soon
Expressions of interest from suitably qualified promoters and clubs who are interested in organising and running the 2021 Australian Motocross Championship close soon. The Australian Motocross Championship is the nation’s blue-ribbon MX series and has continued to produce some of the world’s best MX riders over many years. If, as a promoter or club, you […]
Motorcycling Australia Insurance Limited
A common term used with the Alliance is MAIL that is an abbreviation of Motorcycling Australia Insurance Limited. In this article we explain the function of MAIL within the organisation and how it supports all of our members. Motorcycling Australia (MA) insurance, known as Motorcycling Australia Insurance Limited (MAIL), was introduced in 2003. MAIL was […]
Motorcycling Women’s Committee Seeks A Passionate and Committed Individual
The Motorcycling Australia Women’s Committee seeks a passionate and committed individual to support the growth of female participation across the sport. Motorcycling Australia (MA) has recently established the MA Women’s Committee as part of its strategic focus on diversity and inclusion in sport. Made up of five passionate women that work and volunteer in various […]
Licensing
As an organisation we receive many questions at the racetrack or in our inboxes about the Motorcycling Australia (MA) Alliance (MA and State Controlling Bodies). In a series of short articles over the coming days the Motorcycling Australia Alliance will answer a number of frequently asked questions about our organisation. We will outline what is […]
Peter Goddard Returned As Motorcycling Australia President
Motorcycling Australia President Peter Goddard and Board Chair Roy Chamberlain have been reappointed unanimously for a further three years, following Motorcycling Australia’s 2019 Annual General Meeting, held yesterday for the first time in history via video conference. MA CEO Peter Doyle said both Peter and Roy were well respected throughout the motorcycling fraternity for their […]
Return To Sport
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 […]
Motorcycling in Australia – Whole of Sport Strategic Plan
Wednesday, May 20, 2020 The Motorcycling Australia Alliance are embarking on the exciting process of developing the Motorcycling in Australia – Whole of Sport Strategic Plan. With an aim to develop a plan for motorcycling to achieve its true potential nationally into the future. We invite you to provide your feedback at the link below. Your input is important […]
Craggill Building Off-Track Success Story
Monday, May 18, 2020 Two-time Australian Superbike Champion Marty Craggill runs a successful Melbourne airport construction business and is keen to give back to the sport that gave him so much by providing employment opportunities for riders. The 1997 and 1998 ASBK champion, international racer, and Maz Group Managing Director Craggill, has built the successful […]