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Important Announcements

UltimateMX set to launch in 2025!

Filed Under: ATV, Important Announcements, Juniors, Motocross, News, State Championship

In 2025, the motocross scene in the Northern Territory is set for a thrilling transformation with the introduction of UltimateMX, the rebranded and revitalised Northern Territory Motocross State Titles.

Spearheaded by Motorcycling Northern Territory (MNT), this bold move marks a significant shift in the landscape of Territory motocross, particularly in the rugged conditions of the Central and Top End of Australia.

UltimateMX is poised not just as a championship but as a beacon for the sport’s future in the region, promising to infuse new energy, opportunities, and visibility into the sport.

UltimateMX’s ambitious agenda includes a series of new initiatives aimed at elevating the profile of participants and attracting a broader fan base. By leveraging the power of social media and live media platforms, MNT aims to bring the excitement of motocross to a wider audience, ensuring that fans new and old can experience the thrill of the race, regardless of where they are. This strategic approach to fan engagement is designed to not only enhance the spectator experience but also to provide substantial exposure for sponsors and partners, thereby nurturing a sustainable ecosystem around the sport.

UltimateMX is committed to the professional growth of its riders, offering a clear and promising pathway to the Australian ProMX and MXGP, the pinnacle of global motocross competition. This initiative reflects MNT’s dedication to nurturing young talent, providing them with the guidance, exposure, and opportunities necessary to excel at the highest levels of the sport.

Under the leadership of MNT CEO Cilla Thomas, UltimateMX is set to usher in a new era for motocross in the Northern Territory, promising high-octane action, professional growth, and a vibrant community spirit.

Further announcements will be released in the coming months as all eyes are now focused on 2025.

FIM Motocross World Championship heads to Darwin

Filed Under: Important Announcements, Juniors, Motocross, News, Officials

After a 24-year absence, the FIM Motocross World Championship (MXGP) will make a spectacular return to Australia in 2025 after a landmark agreement between the Northern Territory Government’s Northern Territory Major Events Company (NTMEC) and MXGP rights-holder Infront Moto Racing. Darwin will also be the first city in Australia to host the FIM Women’s Motocross World Championship.

The Australian-exclusive deal, including Motorcycling Australia as a key partner, will see the MXGP round held in Darwin in September from 2025 until 2029, with an option to extend the collaboration beyond the initial five-year term.

“I remember when Peter Doyle, the CEO of Motorcycling Australia, reached out to the MNT to inquire if we would be interested in hosting the MXGP after a quick phonecall with consultant Craig Flecther, then the work begun.

After several meetings with the local promoter “NT Major Events”, Infront Moto Racing, the Department of Planning and Infrastructure, and Motorcycling Australia, we are thrilled to announce that Darwin will be hosting the MXGP, MX2, and WMX classes, along with several local wildcards. The event is scheduled for September 2025, and we are excited to showcase the beauty of the Northern Territory.

I believe that this event will have a positive impact on the motocross scene in the Northern Territory and we look forward to sharing more exciting announcements in the future.” : said Motorcycling Northern Territory CEO Cilla Thomas .

We would like to express our gratitude to the local riders, clubs, and stakeholders who helped Motorcycling Northern Territory make today’s media release a success for the Northern Territory Government, NT Major Events, and Infront Moto Racing.

Oceania Rookies Cup Set to Revolutionise Junior Road Racing

Filed Under: Important Announcements, News, Road Race

Motorcycling Australia (MA) is thrilled to announce a game changing Junior Road Race Academy that is set to take the region by storm! Making its Australian Road Racing debut is the Oceania Rookies Cup, a phenomenal all-inclusive program for young aspiring junior riders from all nations.

The Oceania Rookies Cup is a Junior Road Race Academy aimed at developing Oceania’s next road racing stars. It will provide young riders with everything they need to take to the track, opening the pathway to the next generation racers through an exciting experience. The belief in the program is so strong that FIM are supporting the Oceania Rookies Cup for multiple years through FIM Oceania.

Featuring as part of the ASBK Championship, the six round Oceania Rookies Cup will kick off at the 2019 Official ASBK Test before following a nationwide program around the country.

As a truly interactive development academy, those participating will be coached by former MotoGP superstars, developing their riding styles while gaining a truly unique insight into the art of race craft. In addition, off track activities will include media and PR development and a focus on developing the true value of good sportsmanship.

Who can apply:

  • Competitors aged between 11 to under 16 years of age (as of January 1st, 2019) can register their interest to be a part of the first ever Oceania Rookies Cup season.

What’s included:

  • Entries for 1 x Official ASBK Test
  • Entries for 6 x Rounds of the program
  • Garage space at each round
  • Loan of a race prepped Yamaha YZF-R15 *
  • Transportation of the race prepped Yamaha YZF-R15 to each event
  • Pre-event service of the race prepped Yamaha YZF-R15 and onsite technical support at each event
  • New race tyres for each round (wets when required)
  • Up to $1000 spare parts budget
  • Full racing gear supplied including Oceania Rookies Cup signature leathers, helmet, boots and gloves – and it’s all yours to keep
  • Oceania Rookies Cup team uniform

All this yours for only AUD $7,750 (excluding travel and accommodation) for the entire season! * Loan of a race prepped Yamaha YZF-R15

Motorcycling Australia Operations Director Martin Port shared; “The official launch of the Oceania Rookies Cup is a very exciting chapter for Motorcycling Australia. This is a long-term vision that is finally coming to fruition. There is no denying the importance of a Junior Road Race Academy for our region, and the positive impact it will have on sport’s future. It will be the pathway to finding our next world champion, while opening the sport to a whole new generation.

“The aim of the project is to make the sport so much more accessible, with all the support, both on and off the track. It’s more than just a racing class, it is designed as a true Junior Development Academy. With everyone using the same bike and tyres talent will surely rise to the top,” Port finished.

Supporting the program from the outset, FIM Oceania shared MA’s vision for the Oceania Rookies Cup and have confirmed their support for the Junior Road Race Academy for the next three years. A relationship that will surely open up pathways to the international motorcycle racing scene.

Glen Williams President FIM Oceania; “We are very pleased to announce that FIM Oceania has supported the Oceania Rookies Cup. FIM Oceania has been working diligently with Motorcycling Australia, Motorcycling New Zealand and the FIM to ensure long-term support of this fantastic program.

“It is an exciting time for our Junior Road Racers, and we are confident that the Oceania Rookies Cup is the beginnings of a pathway to global competition for up and coming riders. This grassroots investment fits extremely well with FIM Oceania’s policy to support and encourage youth in our sport wherever possible.”

Opportunity to Register your Interest is now available!
Head to ASBK.com.au and fill out your details today. The opportunity will close October 31st, so don’t miss out!

Stay tuned to ASBK and MA websites for upcoming announcements including partners, expression of interest and so much more.

Gillman Locked In to Host 2019 KTM AJMX

Filed Under: Important Announcements, Motocross, News

Motorcycling Australia (MA) is thrilled to announce that the 2019 KTM Australian Junior Motocross Championship (AJMX) will be hosted by the Motocross Riders Association at the Gillman Motocross Track in Gillman, South Australia (SA). With multiple State Championships under their belt over the past 10 years, the Motocross Riders Association will no doubt deliver an exceptional Championship and an event to remember. The dates have also been locked in, taking place September 28 – October 5, 2019. 

Located 12 kilometres from the Adelaide CBD and a short drive to the airport, the Gillman Motocross Track is ideally situated for the AJMX and as event promoter Mark Walmsley highlighted, this event should generate a large crowd.

“I’m ecstatic to bring AJMX back to SA again,” Walmsley said. “We’re going to make it huge and make it the best one in Australia from the last five years. Although it’s getting to a warmer time of year, we can handle it. We’ve got enough water and machinery to deal with the weather.

“We ran a state title a few weeks ago and did a lot of radio advertising and got great spectator numbers. I think the numbers will be huge for a national title like AJMX. If we can get kids there, maybe we can get more people on the track, especially because the Juniors are the future of the sport.”

The AJMX is the apex of Junior Motocross racing in Australia and MA is excited to collaborate with the Motocross Riders Association to showcase our homegrown junior talent in this national title!

The MA Alliance Explained: Q&A Part 1 

Filed Under: ATV, Classic Motocross, Dirt Track, Enduro, Historic Road Racing, Important Announcements, Minikhana, Motocross, News, Officials, Road Race, Road Racing, Speedway, Supercross, Supermoto, Track, Trial, Veterans

What’s in it for me? No doubt the first question you asked when the Motorcycling Australia (MA) Alliance Agreement (AA) was announced.

You, as members of MA are at the heart of the agreement. We aim to provide an economic and safe environment for participants and volunteers from all the various disciplines, whether you are a racer, a social rider, or even just an interested observer.

There are a lot of challenges and opportunities facing motorcycling in Australia – rising costs, more stringent safety requirements (higher insurance premiums), the lure of other activities (decreasing member base) and changing requirements of our riders – more ride parks, adventure riding, dirt bike rallies, ride days etc. These are real issues facing the sport which need to be faced as a cohesive team.

For quite some time all of the State Controlling Boards (SCBs) have thought long and hard about the most effective and efficient way to address these challenges and opportunities.

To retain the SCB’s autonomy (direct accountability to their members and securing their assets) while gaining the benefits of acting nationally – reduced duplication, standardising process and products, providing a national voice in support of the sport we love, the SCB’s and MA have agreed to form an Alliance where each member has an equal voice and commits to work together to achieve what’s best for motorcycling.

At this point, Motorcycling Victoria have elected not to participate in this Alliance, however we remain hopeful that they will join in the future to ensure a truly single voice in order for motorcycling to prosper in Australia.”

To stay up to date with everything involved in the new MA Alliance, head to our website, Facebook and Instagram.