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2025 NSW Off Road Championships: Dates & Venues Announced

Filed Under: Enduro, News, State Championship

Motorcycling NSW is excited to announce the 2025 NSW Off Road State Championships, promising an action-packed season showcasing the state’s best off-road racing talent.

This year’s series will feature 10 thrilling rounds, held over five weekends, providing a platform for riders to test their skills across diverse and challenging terrains. Adding to the excitement, two rounds of the series will run in conjunction with the newly branded Australian Enduro Championships (AEC), bringing together elite competitors from across the nation for a spectacular showcase of off-road racing.

2025 NSW Off Road State Championships Calendar

  • Rounds 1 & 2: Kempsey NSW, Macleay Valley Enduro Riders (in conjunction with AEC)
    Date: 1st – 2nd March
  • Rounds 3 & 4: Nabiac NSW, Cessnock Motorcycle Club
    Date: 10th – 11th May
  • Rounds 5 & 6: Port Macquarie NSW, Hastings Valley Motorcycle Club
    Date: 26th – 27th July
  • Rounds 7 & 8: Gresford, Dungog Motorcycle Club
    Date: 9th – 10th August
  • Rounds 9 & 10: Kyogle, (in conjunction with AEC)
    Date: 13th – 14th September

With challenging courses, passionate competitors, and a strong community of supporters, the 2025 NSW Off Road State Championships is set for a fantastic year of racing.

For more information, visit the Motorcycling NSW website or follow us on social media for updates on entries, and more.

 

EOIs for Levels 3 & 4 Officials Open – 2025 NSW MX State Titles

Filed Under: Motocross, News

Motorcycling NSW is opening an Expression of Interest (EOI) process for Level 3 and 4 Officials who wish to take on key roles for the 2025 Motocross State Titles series. These positions are integral to the success of the series, offering a chance to contribute to the 2025 Motocross State Titles.

Additionally, opportunities will be available for other officials to participate in the event through a Mentorship Program. This initiative is designed to support aspiring officials by pairing them with experienced mentors throughout the series. Further details about this program and how to get involved will be advertised shortly.

Please note that the Expression of Interest process will close on the 6th of January, 2025. 

Join Motorcycling NSW as a Programs & Inclusion Officer!

Filed Under: News

The Motorcycling NSW Programs and Inclusion Officer engages in a full-time position reporting to the Sport Development Manager. They are specifically tasked with growing Motorcycling participation through programs across NSW & ACT in partnerships with affiliated clubs.

This growth in participation is to be achieved by removing barriers to entry programs leading to participation across recreation and competition avenues. With an emphasis on connecting diverse communities of NSW and ACT, these programs and initiatives include a heightened focus on women and girls, CALD Communities, and people with different abilities.

The Program and Inclusion Officer is responsible for several key tasks such as developing and managing key projects and programmes engaging a wide range of stakeholders and develop and deliver targeted participation opportunities.

A motorcycle sport, motorsport or automotive background would be helpful.

This role presents a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on the growth of the sport of motorcycling across NSW.

The Program and Inclusion Officer will contribute their skills to ensure a variety of key functions are managed efficiently and effectively.

  • To develop and deliver a range of programmes and projects in line with the Strategic plan which includes funded and non-funded programmes
  • Grow Motorcycling participation through programs across the MNSW Club network by connecting diverse communities of the NSW and ACT with Motorcycling. This includes Indigenous communities, women and girls, CALD Communities, LGBTQI+ community, and people with different abilities.
  • Coordinate programs and initiatives designed to assist in the development of motorcycling at affiliated clubs.
  • Identify opportunities for new alliances and partnerships, including expansion into non-traditional and recreational opportunities
  • Develop and implement project plans, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget.
  • Assisting with the running of key Motorcycling NSW events and activities
  • Representing Motorcycling NSW at various stakeholder events
  • Assisting with implementing and monitoring Motorcycling NSW’s Strategic Plan

About You

To be successful, you will require:

  • Prior experience in managing participation and inclusion objectives/programs
  • Passion for sport and a commitment to gender equality for diverse groups
  • Experience in the preparation of well-structured training programmes, proposals and business documents.
  • Experience in navigating complex and diverse stakeholder environments to achieve shared outcomes and ability to manage competing priorities
  • Proven ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
  • High level of self-motivation and initiative
  • Proven ability to respond positively to the requirements of stakeholders
  • A superb team-player who can work well with other like-minded staff
  • General computer skills including familiarity with the Microsoft suite of programmes
  • Exceptional organisational and time management skills
  • Exceptional negotiation skills
  • An understanding of workplace health & safety requirements
  • A passion for continuous improvement
  • Current driver’s licence
  • Valid NSW Working with Children’s Check

Location and Travel

The role will be based out of Sports House, Quad 1, Level 2, 8 Parkview Drive, Sydney Olympic Park NSW 2127. 

Flexibility of working location will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis with exceptional candidates. Travel throughout metropolitan and regional NSW will be required from time to time to attend various meetings, programs, activities and events.

Hours of work

This is a Full-Time position. Due to the nature of the motorcycle sport, many activities occur outside of normal office hours. Some night and weekend hours may therefore be required from time to time to ensure the key functions of the role are undertaken in accordance with Motorcycling NSW goals and commitments.

To ensure an appropriate work/life balance is maintained, flexibility of working hours will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis.

Remuneration

An attractive and competitive remuneration package will be available to the successful candidate, negotiable depending upon skill level and experiences. At the time of applying, candidates are invited to indicate their current salary and salary expectations.

Residency and Immigration

Candidates must be an Australian Citizen / Permanent Resident or have unlimited working rights within Australia to be considered for this position.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to the future of motorcycle sport in NSW, we encourage you to apply by sending your application to admin@motorcycling.com.au

Applications will close at 5pm on Wednesday 15 January.

Final interviews and the appointment of the Programs & Inclusion Officer, are scheduled for late January, 2025. The successful candidate would be expected to commence duties as soon as possible.

More Information

For any further detail on the position please email mnsw@motorcycling.com.au

Essential Requirements

  • First Aid Certificate
  • Working with Children / Working with Vulnerable People Check
  • Drivers Licence

Holder brothers shine at this year’s NSW Speedway Solo Championships held at Tamworth

Filed Under: News

Speedway Grand Prix rider Jack Holder added another New South Wales Speedway Solo Championship to his impressive record at the 2024 staging of the title meeting at the Oakburn Park track in Tamworth last Saturday night.

 

Jack’s toughest opponent looked to be his older brother and former world champion Chris and when the brothers met in their final heat both had been unbeaten up to that point. Jack looked to have the upper hand in their heat until a primary chain snapped and he fell awkwardly.

 

Even with that setback Jack Holder (12) was still the third top scorer and so qualified direct to the final behind Chris (15) and Queenslander Ryan Douglas (13) – that trio always looking a cut above their opposition.

 

The fourth rider to join them was decided in the B Final where Michael West had to take on three Queensland riders with Zaine Kennedy storming past West with Jacob Hook not far away after Tate Zischke had a mechanical problem.

 

Douglas made a good start in the Final and it was him and Chris Holder battling for the lead at the second corner when Jack Holder stormed between them and ran away leaving Chris to just get the better of Douglas for second as Zaine Kennedy was never a threat.

 

The line-up for the championship meeting had a huge gap of talent between the top and bottom of the scorechart and the best racing was invariably produced in the clashes featuring the riders who rode in the B final and the next few in line behind them.

 

Another Queenslander Daine Kennedy only missed the B Final on countback, Harry Ryan dropped a chain in one heat and that ultimately cost him a B Final berth, while Reid Battye  was the most entertaining rider on show and he was deserving of more points for his efforts.

 

Any report is not complete without mention of the most consistently exciting races of the night turned on in the Under 16 250cc class, where Jordy Loftus and Viv Muddle were often side by side for lap after lap, with Loftus ultimately taking the honours in three of the five races.

NSW Senior 500cc & Junior 125cc Speedway Solo Championships – Race Format

Filed Under: News, Speedway, State Championship

As per the NSW Senior 500cc & Junior 125cc Solo Championships Supplementary Regulations, please find advice on the Race Format for the Senior 500cc Championship. 

As per the Supplementary Regulations, if there are over 16 riders, the riders entered will be selected on form by the MNSW Speedway Committee.

Please note that 7 riders have been seeded. The seeded riders are below, and the random rider number draw is also included.

 

Seeded Riders and Random Rider Number Draw

 

  1. Q7
  2. Chris Holder
  3. Q3
  4. Wildcard (or Q9)
  5. Q2
  6. Q4
  7. Q8
  8. Ryan Douglas
  9. Jack Holder
  10. Michael West
  11. Q5
  12. Q1
  13. James Pearson
  14. Q6
  15. Mitchell Cluff
  16. Tate Zischke

 

There is a total of 12 non-seeded riders, please see the non-seeded riders below and their random Trial Run Order for Round 1. Round 2 will be in reverse order.

Non-Seeded Riders and Random Trial Run Order – Round 1 (Round 2 will be in reverse order)

 

  1. Thomas Glover
  2. Reid Battye
  3. Bradley Page
  4. Declan Kennedy
  5. Finn Reed
  6. Harrison Ryan
  7. Broc Hall
  8. Ben Whalley
  9. Zaine Kennedy
  10. Alex Adamson
  11. Lachlan Russell
  12. Jacob Hook

 

Please note that the riders who do not make the championship field of 16, will still be involved in the event and will ride as reserves in a support format.

More than 80 riders light up the weekend at this year’s Australian Junior Dirt Track Championships

Filed Under: Dirt Track, News

More than 80 riders produced two days of exciting action at this year’s Australian Junior Dirt Track Championships, showcasing the great pool of young talent coming through the dirt track ranks. The event was held over last weekend by Central Coast Junior Motorcycle Club at their Allen Park MVRG.

Riders travelled from as far away as Townsville, Melbourne and Adelaide, and everywhere in between.

That of course meant a busy programme with practice and five races in each class – more than 60 laps of racing.

Across the nine championship classes, Queenslander Neiko Donovan was the only multiple winner, while host club rider Cohen McCosker scored a win, a second and a third across his three classes and Riley Holder from Macleay managed a win and a third placing.

Donovan’s reign of dominance started in the 100 – 150cc 2str 13 – U/16 class where he was second top qualifier but overhauled top scorer Thomas Gotts early in the 6-lap final with Max Earl chasing them home for third.

The 85cc 2str / 150cc 4str 12 –U16 class was decided over five rounds where Donovan finished comfortably on top on points with Tommy Wright and Bodie Cardinale joining him on the rostrum.

The final of the 200 – 250cc 4str 13 – U/16 class concluded the meeting with the unbeaten top qualifier Thomas Gotts blowing his chances with a slow start and then he fell as Donovan led home Max Earl and Bodie Paige.

The younger age groups riding smaller capacity machines produced even closer racing than the older riders with the classes decided over five rounds still being up for grabs going into the final round, while where a final was needed most classes still appeared to be open to several serious chances.

The 50cc Auto 7 – U/9 class went down to the wire with Cooper Quinn outpointing Kru Tulloch and Cohen McCosker to take the honours.

Zac Salmon was the unbeaten top qualifier for the 65cc 7 – U/9 final but Cohen McCosker turned the tables on him in the decider with Kru Tulloch frustratingly scoring another runner-up place with Salmon back in third.

Probably the most decisive victory came in the 65cc 9 – U/13 class where Riley Holder was the unbeaten top scorer in the heats and then produced a final victory to match as he led home Braxsen Anderson and George Holmkvist.

The last round for the 85cc 4-str Modified 7-U/12 class was in fact a final in every way as Hugo Holmes and Cohen McCosker went in to the race equal on points before the race win gave Holmes the title ahead of McCosker with Riley Holder third overall.      

The 85cc 2str / 150cc 4str 9 – U/13 was another highlight, with Riley Holder again unbeaten in the four rounds. He was, however, was slowly away in the decider as Hayden Duggan took the honours ahead of Kai Moran and the impressive Lucy Heaton-New.

Of all the classes decided over five rounds the only champion to score maximum points was in the 150cc 2str / 250cc 4str 13 – U/16 Girls class where Ruby James dominated ahead of some close battles for the minor placings that were ultimately resolved with Matilda Heaton-New taking second overall ahead of Mia Blackford.

Speedway sidecar legend Darrin Treloar and passenger Blake Cox led the rider parade to open the second day of the championship meeting and surely any of the competing juniors would be delighted to go on to achieve the level of success over so many years that Treloar has achieved.  

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Press Release Prepared by Peter Baker