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25.01.2022 FUNDING AVAILABLE IN SOUTH AUSTRALIA The S.A Office for Sport, Recreation and Racing have released an Active Club Program funding scheme which provides assistance to active recreation and sport clubs with minor facilities, programs and equipment. The Active Club Program helps active recreation and sports club with program and equipment funding up to and including $3,000.... 1. Key Dates: Open: 10 August 2020 / Closes: 23 September 2020 / Expected Notification: After 27 November 2020 2. Eligibility: *Be a not-for-profit active recreation or sport club or community organisation whose purpose is the delivery of active recreation or sport programs and services in South Australia, *Be incorporated under the Associations Incorporations Act 1985 (SA) or have some other comparable legal status, and *Have a minimum total membership base of 20 members. Total membership can include associate, social and life membership, *Must provide a copy of the most recent certified (signed or electronically signed by the club Treasurer) or audited Statement of Financial Performance (Income and Expenditure Statement) and / or Statement of Financial Position (Balance Sheet) For more information including how to apply click the following link https://www.orsr.sa.gov.au/funding?a=6559 Speedway Australia tracks who require assistance please dont hesitate to contact Sport Development Officer Ross Kirby at [email protected].

25.01.2022 DOING THE HARD GRAFT Located 3hrs from the Gold Coast, right in the middle of Grafton City on the NSW North Coast, Grafton Speedway is a picturesque showground venue which has been a mainstay for Northern NSW and Southern QLD competitors for several decades. Government regulation may have put a dampener on their proposed season calendar, with COVID-19 border restrictions preventing interstate competitors from attending their early season events, however the venue is pressing ...on undettered, instead turning their focus to growing the local competitor base through some innovative ideas. Graftons October 3 event will feature the innagrual Derby Teams Champs event, with the track hosting 4-on-4 teams racing, utilising Derby cars. Track operators Mick and Cindy Corbett anticipate the concept will bring new blood to the sport, with huge interest expressed by local and travelling teams, all excited by the prospect of using Derby racing as an introduction to Speedway hopefully seeing them transition into other forms of Speedway over time. Despite COVID-19 restrictions, Grafton Speedway head into the 2020/21 season with renewed enthusiasm thanks to major capital works at the venue which will see a new, wider racing surface and a power and lighting upgrade to bring new life to the historic 113 year-old showground facility. Since acquiring the venue in 2018, Mick and Cindys focus has been to restablish Grafton as a competitors favourite, with emphasis on consolodating classes to ensure strong field sizes and plenty of track time. Theyve set about widening the 440m clay track from 11m to 15m wide, with more banking and new clay. Coupled with three new lighting towers and a significant power upgrade, competitors can look forward to more opportunities for side-by-side action. More info about Grafton Speedway can be found via their website: https://graftonspeedway.com.au/, while their Derby Teams information can be found here: http://www.teamschamps.com.au//245/derby-teams-champs.pdf We wish Grafton Speedway all the best ahead of their much anticipated 2020/21 season!

25.01.2022 NORTHLINE SPEEDWAY STEPPING UP WITH APPROVED FUNDING The Northline Speedway is a successful recipient of the Immediate Works Grant valued at $58,690. This grant is being used towards improving the venues safety by constructing and installing stairs and handrails that assists within patrons moving up and down the hill. In order to achieve the best result, the DSRDA is required to provide a further $8,000 investment on top of the $58,690 funding provided.... The DSRDA Executive committee continue to have a balanced approach about the needs and priorities of competitors, volunteers and spectators. DSRDA President, Caleb Gotts said "We continue to look for additional financial support from Government to better improve the club holistically. We have been very fortunate to secure multiple funding streams which has help offset costs or provided much needed improvements. The DSRDA also recently were approved for $4,500 to provide first aid training to our volunteers and $10,000 to help offset water sewerage costs. This financial support not only enhances our club but assists with the financial strain put on the club due to Coronavirus." The contract for the construction of the staircase and hand rails has been awarded a local business, J&M Contractors. They have commenced and it is scheduled to be completed in advance of the 2021 season.

24.01.2022 eSPORTS ROARS INTO LIFE WITH ALL-STAR CHALLENGE Nominations are now open for the Australian Sprintcar All Stars Mainline Dynolog Dynamometers All-Stars eChallenge, to be held Sunday, July 19 in support of Heytesbury Stockfeeds Simpson Speedway at iRacings Lanier Speedway. eSports 360 Sprintcar competitors from Australia and abroad will duke it out for a $500 cash prize pool, and a host of contingency prizes thanks to Hoosier Tire Australia, Max Dumesny Motorsport, Barup Bu...llbars, iDigit and Olsson Timing Services, with proceeds from competitor nominations going to Heytesbury Stockfeeds Simpson Speedways fundraising efforts. Drivers wishing to take part in this historic event can nominate now by following the link below; https://www.speedwayaustralia.org/for/SA_AllStars-2020.aspx Fans looking to watch the event LIVE can do so, via the Speedway Australia esports and Heytesbury Stockfeeds Simpson Speedway Facebook pages, courtesy of Ultimatedirttv. #summerjustwentdigital

23.01.2022 OPEN WHEEL COMPETITOR OF THE YEAR Tonight we celebrate the licensed Open Wheel competitor who has achieved the most during the 2019/20 season. Criteria includes not just on track success but team participation, vehicle presentation, value to promotions, commitment to their chosen division and interaction with fans and sponsors. Previous Winners include;... 2019 Dayne Kingshott 2018 - Kaidon Brown 2017 - James McFadden 2016 - Jamie Veal Congratulations once again goes to Jock Goodyer, your 2020 Open Wheel Competitor of the Year.

23.01.2022 UPDATE FROM THE MINISTER OF SPORT IN WA

23.01.2022 SPEEDWAY AWARDS PRIZE GIVEAWAY Was asked Speedway competitors, administrators and fans from across Australia to submit their nominations for the 2020 Australian Speedway Awards, as we set out to recognise and reward great achievements across the following categories; Track and Most Improved Tracks of the Year... Official and Photographer of the Year Innovation and Promotional Items of the Year Open Wheel, Sedan, Modified, Karting & Junior Competitors of the Year Overall Sportsperson of the Year More details for this years awards will be released in the coming days. In the meantime, were rewarding one lucky entrant with a trip for two to the 2021 Australian Speedway Awards on the Gold Coast. #weareaustralianspeedway

22.01.2022 Remembrance Day 2020 Lest we forget

22.01.2022 TRACK OF THE YEAR The Speedway Venue judged to be the best in the country, both on and off the track during season 2019/20. Criteria considered will include the facility itself, the race meetings undertaken, marketing and promotion, and the processes and management structures in place.... Previous Winners: 2019 - Kingaroy Speedway, Kingaroy 2018 - Borderline Speedway, Mount Gambier 2017 - Premier Speedway, Warrnambool 2016 - Valvoline Raceway, Sydney Congratulations to Gulf Western & Independent Oils Raceway, your 2020 Track of the Year.

22.01.2022 PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR The Australian Speedway Awards Photographer of the Year recognises the licensed Speedway Photographer who has captured a high quality and action packed portfolio of 6 shots in season 2019/20. Previous Winners include;... 2019 - Gavin Skene 2018 - Gary Reid 2017 - Peter Roebuck 2016 - Corey Gibson Congratulations to Jarrod Leonard, your 2020 Photographer of the Year

22.01.2022 CLUB UPDATE FORM NOW ONLINE Its important that all clubs keep us up to date with their contact details, as you never know when were going to need to get in touch. For example, the South Australian government unveiled a COVID assistance package this week that all associations in the state are eligible to receive, whether they are a track operator or a divisional body. If we havent got your latest details, then you could be missing out! To make it even easier to let us know ...when things change, weve developed an online version of our Club Update form, and theres no time like the present to fill it out and return. The form is available at the below link, and thanks in advance for your assistance with this. https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLSdYnQlXDHPhcdTSK_/viewform

21.01.2022 SEDAN COMPETITOR OF THE YEAR Tonight we celebrate the licensed Sedan competitor who has achieved the most during the 2019/20 season. Criteria includes not just on track success but team participation, vehicle presentation, value to promotions, commitment to their chosen division and interaction with fans and sponsors Previous Winners include;... 2019 - Mathew Pascoe 2018 - Mathew Pascoe 2017 - Callum Harper 2016 - Anthony Beare Congratulations once again goes to Kye Blight, your 2020 Sedan Competitor of the Year

21.01.2022 All -Star E-Challenge 360 Sprintcars at Lanier on iRacing

19.01.2022 AUSTRALIAN SPEEDWAY AWARDS GO DIGITAL We are pleased to be announcing the winners of this years Australian Speedway Awards throughout the coming week, with a series of video presentations exclusive to the Speedway Australia Social Media platforms. A week-long celebration of industry achievements will replace the traditional awards ceremony for 2020, with this years winners invited to the 2021 event on the Gold Coast to accept their awards in person.... Beginning this Tuesday at 6pm AEST, we will announce the 2020 recipients in the following areas: - TUESDAY Karting Competitor of the Year Volunteer of the Year WEDNESDAY Youth Competitor of the Year Photographer of the Year THURSDAY Modified Competitor of the Year Innovation of the Year FRIDAY Open Wheel Competitor of the Year Promotional Item of the Year SATURDAY Sedan Competitor of the Year Most Improved Track of the Year SUNDAY Overall Sportsperson of the Year Overall Track of the Year This years Australian Speedway Awards will witness a great range of winners from around the country. Keep a watchful eye on the Speedway Australia Facebook page for updates, as we look forward to bringing you a week long celebration of the best of Australian Speedway. #weareaustralianspeedway

18.01.2022 WA SPEEDWAY CALENDAR 2020/21 The WA Calendar for 2020/21 has been released today and can be viewed here: https://www.speedwayaustralia.org/m/wa-calendar-2020-21.pdf As always, the information is subject to change, so please check with the relevant track website or Facebook page for any alterations.

18.01.2022 PIONEERING NORTH QUEENSLAND SPEEDWAY Taking out the ‘Most Improved Track’ award at the 2019 Australian Speedway Awards, North Queensland’s Pioneer Park Speedway continues to go from strength to strength, with new operators and bold plans to establish the venue as the ‘showpiece’ of Australian Speedway. Having brought the venue back to life prior to reopening in 2018, Rod and Terri made the decision to step aside ahead of the new season, entrusting the track in the hands of ne...w operators Tony Patmore and Deon Lynd. The pair - business partners with ample experience promoting successful Speedway Solo and Sidecar events across Australia, are focused on bringing high quality events, entertainment and spectator engagement to North Queensland, injecting a new lease of life into the 47-year-old venue Despite already having one of the best presented venues in the country, Tony and Deon won’t be resting on their laurels, with plans to improve the experience for competitors and fans alike. Upgrades including resurfacing the track, increasing the banking on the turns and enlarging the infield concrete pad are soon to be in the works, as the pair look to attract new divisions and travelling competitors to the region including Sidecars, Modified Sedans and Sprintcars for major feature events. Long term, the pair seek to enlarge the spectator banks with the addition of modular grandstand seating and an enlarged corporate and cafeteria building aimed toward better accommodating the strong crowds the venue has become acustomed to. Despite restrictions on social gatherings and crowd numbers owing to COVID-19, the new operators got off to a flying start featuring major events for Modified Sedans and the QLD Formula 500 Title in quick succession. Both events featured solid car counts and strong crowds once again confirming Pioneer Park as a favorite for competitors and fans. More info about the venue, including upcoming dates can be found via their website https://pioneerparkspeedway.com.au/events-calendar/ and Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/Pioneer-Park-Speedway-1930941010466883/. We wish Tony and Deon all the best with their new venture and look forward to many years of continued success at Pioneer Park Speedway!

18.01.2022 YOUTH COMPETITOR OF THE YEAR Our next award of 2020 goes to the licensed Junior competitor who has achieved the most during the 2019/20 season. Criteria includes not just on track success but team participation, vehicle presentation, value to promotions, commitment to their chosen division and interaction with fans and sponsors Previous Winners include;... 2019 - Ardie Jonic 2018 - Ardie Jonic 2017 - Angus Hollis 2016 - Ardie Jonic Congratulations to Blake Iwanow, your 2020 Youth Competitor of the Year

18.01.2022 INNOVATION OF THE YEAR This award recognises a new idea that pushes the envelope, ensuring the sport of Speedway continues to move forward. It could be a technical advancement released in the 2019/20 season, a promotional concept that came to fruition or anything else that is genuinely new and exciting within the sport. Previous Winners include;... 2019 - Speedway Sedans Australia Electronic Scrutineering 2018 - Kingaroy Online Program 2017 - Speedway Sedans Live 2016 - Ultimate Sprintcar Championship See more

17.01.2022 COLLABORATION THE KEY IN SOUTH-EAST NSW Located just 20 minutes south of the popular Batemans Bay in South East NSW, Moruya Speedway is a picturesque and unique track with a rich history, and an even brighter future. Approaching 60 years of continuous operation, the venue looks to bounce back from a challenging 2019/20, which saw bushfire, flood and finally COVID put a dampener on their season calendar. Most recently, the club engaged Speedway Australia to assist them in sour...cing State Government funding the result being a $10,000 cash injection from the NSW Government to help them weather the storm. Led by Surfair Motorsports Club President Kiel Rosevear and Secretary Kay Nash, the hard-working committee now turns their attention for forging a stronger relationship with the surrounding Bega and Canberra tracks, with a collaborative approach discussed for future events within the region. Primarily a Sedan venue, Moruya has played host to marquee events in recent times, the most notable of which was the 2018/19 NSW Production Sedan Title. The 460m granite/clay track features an unusual oblong shape, proving a welcome challenge for many visiting drivers. Recent discussion with surrounding venues, facilitated at a Speedway Australia Regional Forum, has seen Moruya together with Begas Sapphire Speedway and Canberras ACT Speedway continue talks, with discussion around avoiding date clashes, assisting with each others event planning, and consolidating divisions and season point scores between the three clubs at the forefront of ideas to raise the standards for speedway competitors and fans in the states South East. More info about the Surfair Motorsports Club can be found on the Moruya Speedway Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/speedwayatmoruya. We wish Moruya Speedway all the best ahead of their much anticipated 2020/21 season!

17.01.2022 BUNDABERG JOINS SPEEDWAY AUSTRALIA Autobarn Carina International Speedway has a long history dating back to the mid 1960’s, and a new promotional team in place for the 2020/21 season. With a refreshed approach and an exciting calendar about to be unveiled, now was the perfect time to join the Speedway Australia family of affiliated venues. Ideally positioned between the successful central and southern Queensland tracks, Bundaberg is poised to enjoy an unprecedented period of... growth with exciting developments to the north and south, such as the new Gladstone facility only a couple of hours away. And being in the Sedan heartland of the state, the ongoing expansion of Modified Sedans, Production Sedans and Street Stocks can only be of benefit, while the venue also has good numbers of Junior Sedans to draw from, as well as the feature Super Sedan division. We wish Sean Butcher, Dave Preston and the rest of the team at Autobarn Carina International Speedway all the best for their upcoming season, and encourage you to check their Facebook page for the impending season calendar unveil. https://www.facebook.com/Autobarn-Carina-International-Speedway-105308367955057

16.01.2022 KARTING COMPETITOR OF THE YEAR The first of our 2020 Australian Speedway Awards, this accolaide goes to the licensed Karting competitor who has achieved the most during the 2019/20 season. Criteria includes not just on track success but team participation, vehicle presentation, value to promotions, commitment to their chosen division and interaction with fans and sponsors. Previous Winners include;... 2019 - Luke Geering 2018 - Blake Hancock 2017 - Dylan Goodger 2016 - Brad Cunneen Congratulations Alisha Fielder, your 2020 Karting Competitor of the Year. Speedway Karting Association of Australasia

16.01.2022 REDLINE RACEWAY JOINS SPEEDWAY AUSTRALIA One of the nation’s foremost venues has become the latest addition to the Speedway Australia family, with Ballarat’s Redline Raceway coming on board as they enter the next phase of their development. With a long and impressive history that includes the hosting of the largest ever Australian championship to be held in this country (the 2016 National Street Stock title), Redline Raceway attracts quality fields to its race meetings but is... striving to achieve even more. Club President Mick Purdie oversees an organisation that is readying for further improvements to the venue in coming years, with fencing, lighting and corporate facilities all on the agenda. Speedway Australia provides planning assistance to venues through its Sport Development officers (as well as occasional grants), so will be under the microscope to help the club achieve its goals. The 2020/21 season is scheduled to kick off in February, with practices to occur once the venue is dry enough for track preparation to begin hopefully by mid December at the latest. A packed calendar of events is in the offing once racing can commence, including the 2021 Victorian Modified Sedan title. Details are available on their website and Facebook page, and we wish Mick and the team all the best for the upcoming season. https://www.facebook.com/Redline-Raceway-359880164336 http://www.redlineraceway.org.au/

16.01.2022 THE LONG READ: KIMBERLEY FEATURE The historic and picturesque Kimberley region of Western Australia is home to three proud speedway venues who are each in their own way laying the foundations for a bright future. On the must do list for any serious speedway fan, Broome, Derby and Kununurra all run during the winter dry season and are the most northern tracks in WA, being thousands of kilometres from Perth. Broome is the largest population centre in the region, and Broome ...Continue reading

15.01.2022 TENNANT CREEK REACHING FOR THE STARS A big congratulations to Tennant Creek Speedway on receiving a 4-star track rating from Speedway Australia recently. Club President Colin Fry and the rest of the hard working volunteers have done themselves and Northern Territory Speedway proud.... More information about Tennant Creek Speedway can be found here: https://www.facebook.com/Tennant-Creek-Speedway-Club-239016869556036/

14.01.2022 DERBY SPEEDWAY BACK TO ACTION The Donny Archer Memorial is a two night event at Derby Speedway Club that attracts drivers and spectators from all over Western Australia to honor the late Kelvin Don Archer, who was a pivotal part of Derby Speedway Club History. Event details:... When: Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th September 2020 Where: Derby Speedway - Worsley Rd, Derby WA Time: Gates open at 4pm with racing starting from 6pm Nominations: Due by 8th September to [email protected] Be sure to get trackside for one of the biggest events in the Far North this year! If you require any more information or a nomination form please contact Laura McCarthy at [email protected]

13.01.2022 DAYLESFORD JOIN SPEEDWAY AUSTRALIA A long running venue in picturesque rolling hillside famous for its hot springs, Daylesford Speedway are the latest track to join the Speedway Australia community. Located about an hour northwest of Melbourne, the Daylesford Speedway Drivers Association have poured their heart and soul into their facility, with a host of upgrades taking place in recent years. Led by exuberant President Paul Botheras, the club is famous for it’s racing in t...he basin, the origins of the name becoming immediately obvious when you visit the track. Nestled down a leafy access road, the venue opens up before your eyes when you get to the bottom and has a welcoming, laid back feel. The inner circuit is one of the homes of Quarter Midgets in the state, with the outside track wide and broad enough for many Sedan and Modified divisions. With a mix of their own classes and other Victorian divisions on the schedule, the club are looking to resume post-COVID activities as soon as practically possible. They also have plans to continue the upgrades to the venue, with Speedway Australia now on board to assist in that regard. Check their Facebook page for more details, including a revised season calendar once finalised. Best of luck to all the team at Daylesford Speedway for the season ahead! https://www.facebook.com/Daylesford-Speedway-1663538353863804

12.01.2022 OFFICIAL/VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR The Australian Speedway Awards Official/Volunteer of the Year is awarded to the track or racing division official who has made the worthiest contribution to the sport over the previous 12 months. Previous Winners include;... 2019 - Allan Jennings 2018 - Bill Barrows 2017 - Sue Healey 2016 - Ian Jones Congratulations Jac Ekins, your 2020 Official/Volunteer of the Year. Northline Speedway

10.01.2022 IMPORTANT STEP FORWARD FOR NEW SYDNEY SPEEDWAY Today the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the new Sydney International Speedway at Eastern Creek was submitted to the NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment, marking an important step in the projects progress. Subject to planning approvals, construction of the speedway is planned to start later this year and is expected to be completed by the start of the speedway racing season in 2021/22. The proposed ve...Continue reading

09.01.2022 GYMPIE’S ‘SUPER’ UPGRADES Mothar Mountain Speedway looks to celebrate almost 60 years of continuous operation through securing one of Australia’s most prestigious National Title events. Gympie will play host to the National Super Sedan title in April 2022, with the club beginning a series of capital works and safety upgrades ahead of the landmark event. One of the few speedway’s in Australia to feature both left and right hand bends, together with an undulating rise on the s...tart/finish straight, Mothar Mountain’s 360m kidney shaped track has provided a unique challenge, and has been a favourite for competitors since its construction in the early 1960’s often featuring on many drivers ‘bucket-list’ of places to race. Located 160km north of Brisbane in the Wide Bay-Burnett district town of Gympie, the venue has proven itself as a mainstay for Queenslands Speedway Sedan competitors, with a 10-event calendar featuring everything from Juniors, Street Stocks and Production Sedans right through to the fan-favourite Modified and Super Sedans, amongst a host of other local classes. Recent construction work has resulted in a brand-new catch fence and wire ropes, together with a height extention to the primary concrete barrier, highlighting a raft of improvements competitors and pundits will see ahead of the upcoming season. A number of further working bees are planned, with more upgrades in the works to ensure the venue continues to impress local, and travelling Speedway participants. More info about the venue, including upcoming dates can be found via their website https://www.gympiespeedway.com.au/ and Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/Gympie-Speedway-105597472821907/. We wish Mothar Mountain Speedway all the best ahead of their much anticipated 2020/21 season, which kicks off with the QLD Modlite Title, next Saturday October 3.

09.01.2022 GREEN MEANS GO! As summer draws near, the majority of venues across Australia are pressing on with planned working bees, practice days or race meetings, giving competitors plenty of opportunity to get their Speedway fix in the 2020/21 Season. Tracks have been working proactively in conjunction with Speedway Australia to make certain events conform to each of their respective State or Territories COVID-19 regulation, ensuring competitors safety and wellbeing is of the highest ...priority at all times. We will continue to provide regular updates for competitors via our Social Media platforms, and www.speedwayaustralia.org/covid-19, keeping everyone in the loop as to which events are running as scheduled throughout the 2020/21 Summer of Speedway. #weareaustralianspeedway

08.01.2022 TEMPORARY CONTACTS Due to the current lockdown in Adelaide and all staff working away from the office, please use the numbers posted below for any general inquiries. These numbers will be in place until such time the lockdown ends.

07.01.2022 SPRINTCARS RETURN AT TOOWOOMBA OPENER Opening night at Hi-Tec Oils Speedway this weekend features the first 410 Sprintcar meeting anywhere in Australia for over six months, with a great lineup of 23 cars nominated to chase the first chequered flag since March 14. And while venue capacity is limited to 1000 spectators due to COVID-19 restrictions, you can watch from anywhere in the world with Clay-Per-View for just $29.99. The 375m banked speed bowl provides great racing for ...every division, and there’s something for every on the support card, with stellar fields of Production Sedans, Street Stocks, Modlites, Formula 500’s, Outlaw Sedans and Junior Sedans. Current and former national champions abound such as Joel Berkley (Prods), Klinton Hancey (Modlites), Liam Williams (F500’s) and Kevin Britten (Dirt Modifieds, running a Sprintcar), and there’s also the debut of Lachie McHugh in the famed NQ7 Sprintcar. Expect a rapid fire show that features the main program from 6pm, early racing from approx 4.45pm and Sprintcar time trials at approx 5.30pm. Don't miss it! https://www.clayperview.com/ www.toowoombaspeedway.com

07.01.2022 MOORA HOSTS POLITICAL HEAVYWEIGHTS The country town of Moora is situated on the banks of the Moore River in the Wheatbelt Region of Western Australia, 200km northeast of Perth. Moora is the largest centre between Perth and Geraldton and provides a wealth of services to the region, but one of its best assets is Moora Speedway, a track the entire Speedway Australia family should be proud of. Moora Speedway recently hosted two very special visitors to the venue, Minister for Spo...Continue reading

07.01.2022 ALEXANDRA JOINS SPEEDWAY AUSTRALIA A unique track with a long history and a bright future is the latest venue to join the ever-growing family of Speedway Australia affiliated tracks. The Alexandra and District Speedway Club is just about to celebrate 50 years of racing on their big open raceway, which includes the option of a dogleg in turn two that skirts around a famous tree. Located 1 hour 20 minutes northeast of Melbournes outer suburbs, the club have recently upgraded ...their safety fence to Speedway Australia three star specifications and made a host of other improvements. And Club President Tim Miller thought the time was now right to make the next step in their evolution by committing to Speedway Australia and receiving the benefits that follow. The club is famous throughout Victoria for running their two biggest events of the year in winter, the 100-lapper in June and the 3-hour Enduro in August. Unfortunately this means theyve been more affected than most by the COVID-19 pandemic, with these signature Sedan events unable to be held in 2020. Theyll be back bigger than ever in 2021 though, along with a full programme of events that is due to kick off on November 7, restrictions permitting. State titles feature at four of the eight meetings, along with Wingless Sprints on March 20. We extend a warm welcome to all of Alexandra Speedways club members and supporters, and look forward to watching with interest as the venue continues to power into the future.

07.01.2022 NSW SPEEDWAY CALENDAR 2020/21 With most of the states venues having locked in their 2020/21 events, the New South Wales State Calendar is now available to all competitors through the Speedway Australia app, and website. https://www.speedwayaustralia.org//22e39837-bcb8-432f-aa7b... Previous years have seen us collate a National Speedway Calendar as a handy .pdf file for competitors to download. However, with border closures and states opening up at different rates it seems appropriate to make these calendars for each of the individual states for 2020/21. Keep an eye out in the coming weeks, as we continue to release updates on state-by-state activities as soon as the majority of tracks in each state have firmed up their plans.

06.01.2022 REBORN TOM PRICE JOINS SPEEDWAY AUSTRALIA Tom Price Speedway, situated in the Pilbara region of Western Australia, is a mining town located at the edge of the Hamersley Range. Tom Price is the highest town above sea level in Western Australia and is consequently dubbed "Top Town in WA". From a speedway fans perspective its south of Nickol Bay and Port Hedland, and northwest of Newman. After the famous track lay dormant for approximately 8 years, a group of car enthusiasts i...n Tom Price recently approached the Shire of Ashburton about using the speedway as a clubrooms for their newly formed Motorsport club. The venue contains a speedway track, a burnout pad and the clubrooms facility which includes a bar and canteen. The newly formed committee soon realised they had a wave of community support to push them along with local businesses expressing interest in sponsorship and helping wherever they can. The Shire of Ashburton contributed a significant amount of funding which allowed them to renovate and clean up the facility including the removal and upgrade of the starters box and other buildings that no longer met the Shires standards. There was also an issue with the power which the club are still in the process of reinstating. The Tom Price Motorsport committee has proactively built its rapport with the community by helping out at the local drive in during movie nights, manning the gate and canteen to raise funds for the speedway. Theyve displayed classic, collectable and speedway cars at the local markets and the annual Nameless Festival, to create awareness and interest to the club and the sport of speedway. A new eco-friendly toilet was also constructed by Benco group near the main building and only days ago the lease was signed, and the keys were handed over. Next is the clubs AGM and an Open Day which will happen in the next couple of months however there is still a lot of work in the meantime to get the venue back up and running. Special thanks go out to: Peter Sawyer, Ken Rose, Ben Williams, Andrew Andreoli, Cassie Blackwell, John Hanlon, Shaun Bullock, Russell Mead, Mick Palmer, Brent Stevens, Tod Bennett and Ash Docherty. Local businesses who have helped out so far include: Benco Group, Tyrepro And Mechanical Tom Price, Shire of Ashburton, Tom Price Hotel Motel, Rio Tinto Tom Price Speedway has a rich history, with international level Solo and Sprintcar competition in previous iterations. Many people speak of the venue in glowing terms, and theres sure to be a large base of fans who will be delighted to hear of the rebirth. Tom Price becomes the 22nd venue in Western Australia to join the Speedway Australia family, and we wish them every success in the coming months while offering our vast array of complimentary services to the enthusiastic committee.

06.01.2022 ELLENBROOK ELEVATING TO NEW LEVELS The Ellenbrook Speedway is located in Ellenbrook, Western Australia, approximately 30km north-east of Perth. This year they have taken on a few big projects, the biggest being the total resurfacing of the track. A huge effort has been put in for this, with a special thanks due to Michael Comley, James Lawton, Evan Wakefield and Peter Walker for the many hours they have put into it. A huge thanks also to their sponsors that helped to make it... happen, All West Plant Hire, Asphalt Recyclers Australia, TLC Contracting and Brajkovich Demolition. Other areas of track and venue improvements are : 1. Extension of the pit area to cater for more cars. Thanks to Warren Flavel at DJs Custom Fencing. Michael and his team chipped in to help with this also plus help from Jason Oldfield. 2. Installation of a new viewing platform in the pit area that gives a great vantage point for the racing. Thanks to Jamie Oldfield and Warren Flavel for organising that. 3. Repaint of the track wall thanks to sponsorship from Paul Stubber and the venues bins have been also given a facelift thanks to Michael Holmes. The total cost of the works was a reasonable figure with significant discounts and assistance completed thanks to great sponsors and hard work by the club members and volunteers. The venue is looking great for the season which starts on the 16th August with the Tom Green Memorial Junior Gold Cup, the first of four blue ribbon events. The Racing Drivers Association of WA. Inc was founded in 1964 and is a non-profit organization. In 1976 the club moved from Wattle Grove to Ellenbrook and has been providing a fun exciting sport with a difference for all individuals and familys every winter since that time. Ellenbrook Speedway runs approximately 12 race meetings from April to October every year. Most of their race meetings are run during daylight hours. With the completion of infield lighting towers in 2009 they are now capable of holding a couple of twilight meetings per year. We wish Club President Anthony Heelan and everyone at Ellenbrook Speedway all the best for the year ahead. More info at: https://www.facebook.com/ellenbrookspeedway

06.01.2022 R U OK DAY 2020 2020 has been a challenging year for everyone and circumstances have made it even more important for us all to stay connected and, for those who are able, be willing to support those around us. You dont have to be an expert to keep the conversation going when someone says theyre not OK. By knowing what to say you can help someone feel supported and access appropriate help long before theyre in crisis, which can make a really positive difference to their lif...e. More info about R U OK DAY can be found here: https://www.ruok.org.au/ruok-landing-page Speedway Australias Mental Heath in Speedway resource centre can be found here: https://www.speedwayaustralia.org//mental-health-in-speedw

05.01.2022 MODIFIED COMPETITOR OF THE YEAR Tonight we celebrate the licensed Modified competitor who has achieved the most during the 2019/20 season. Criteria includes not just on track success but team participation, vehicle presentation, value to promotions, commitment to their chosen division and interaction with fans and sponsors Previous Winners include;... 2019 - Matt Hardy 2018 - Kevin Britten 2017 - Tim Reidy 2016 - Kevin Britten Congratulations once again goes to Kevin Britten, your 2020 Modified Competitor of the Year

05.01.2022 SOUTH AUSTRALIA AND NORTHERN TERRITORY SPEEDWAY CALENDAR 2020/21 The SA & NT Calendar for 2020/21 has been released today and can be viewed here: https://www.speedwayaustralia.org//sa-nt-calendar-2020-21.... As always, the information is subject to change, so please check with the relevant track website or Facebook page for any alterations, particularly for 2021 race dates.

04.01.2022 TENNANT CREEK UNVEILS STUNNING UPGRADE Excitement will be high in the centre of the Northern Territory this weekend, with racing resuming at Tennant Creek Speedway after a spectacular upgrade to their facilities. Thanks to the Northern Territory Government and Motorsports NT, a two year work-in-progress has finally been completed with the installation of a brand new Speedway Australia 4-Star wall & catch fence. Upgrades to the timing system include the installation of a bran...d new timing loop in the track surface and theres also a brand new control tower, canteen and toilet block in the pit area. You can see the increase in fence height by looking at the white lines on the light towers from the pic in 2018 versus now. Led by Club President Colin Fry, the hard working committee and volunteers have worked overtime to ensure the venues success with the most significant improvement in the venues history now being completed. Previously this venue was rated for Sedan racing only, but the track can now host full fields of open wheel divisions, including SCCA Sprintcars of which two will hopefully demonstrate this weekend. Although there is a relatively small competitor base within the immediate township of Tennant Creek (around 8 Street Stocks, 2 Juniors and a Formula 500), the Northern Territory tracks support each other and competitors travel long distances to support the venues. Tennant Creek is mainly an agricultural centre these days and is located right in the middle of the Territory, 1000kms south of Darwin and 500km north of Alice Springs. Their opening event for the season kicks off this Saturday night for a two night event, with a further four events scheduled between now and October. More info can be found on the Tennant Creek Speedway Club Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Tennant-Creek-Speedway-Club-239016869556036/. We wish Tennant Creek Speedway all the best for their long awaited reopening event!

04.01.2022 COAL CAPITAL SEEKS YOUR HELP Coal Capital Speedway have come ahead leaps and bounds in recent times with new canteen, bar and spectator amenities thanks to a healthy injection of State and Federal Government funding. Their next project - upgrading the ageing catch fence with a new safety fence of meeting 3-Star standards is about to commence, with Leon and Nathan seeking volunteers to help bring this to fruition, as they plan to make the Blackwater venue one of the shining li...ghts of Queensland Speedway. If youre interested in helping out, you can get in contact with the Coal Capital Speedway club via their Facebook page, or email at [email protected]

03.01.2022 MARYBOROUGH HARD WIRED FOR SUCCESS Another track to have won the prestigious ‘Most Improved Track’ gong (at the 2018 Australian Speedway Awards), Maryborough Speedway haven’t rested on their laurels. Instead they’ve leveraged off major events to help them achieve council and government support for numerous infrastructure upgrades for the central Queensland venue. After a successfully hosting a range of major State and National Title events, including the 2018/19 National Juni...or Sedan title, Maryborough left no stone unturned putting together a successful bid to host World Series Sprintcars in 2019/20. The result was an enormously successful mid-week show, with a record crowd in attendance a fact not missed by local councillors. Since then, the club has been able to use the economic impact of the facility on the Fraser Coast region to obtain government funding for a number of much needed infrastructure projects. The venue’s electricity network is older than Methuselah in shorts according to Club Secretary, Kay Arthur. The first step has been to upgrade the main line into the venue, and the control box at a cost of around $15,000 The club have been fortunate to receive another significant boost in recent weeks, courtesy of Queensland Sports Active Restart Infrastructure Recovery Fund. The result of which will be more planned power upgrade, with the end goal being improved power to canteen facilities to accommodate crowds at large events, and new LED lighting for the entire racing surface, and pit area. In conjunction with the power and lighting upgrades, the club have put increased effort in track preparation, including widening the 370m long track to better accommodate the wide range of divisions which enjoy the venue from Quarter Midgets, Karts and Junior Sedans right through to Modified Sedans, Super Sedans and the aforementioned World Series Sprintcars. This coming Saturday night sees over 120 competitors in attendance, competing across 7 divisions including up to 45 juniors, signalling a strong future for the sport in central Queensland. These strong car counts are made all the more impressive, considering COVID-19 restrictions being in place. More info about this weekends event upcoming dates can be found via their website http://maryboroughspeedway.com.au/ and Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/MaryboroughSpeedway.

03.01.2022 UPCOMING SPEEDWAY ACTION It is fantastic to see Speedway Venues up and running again in Western Australia and Queensland and look forward to the same happening in all other states and territories in due course. More information about the tracks with events scheduled in the upcoming weeks can be found below:... Racing Drivers Association of WA Inc - Ellenbrook Speedway Derby Speedway: https://www.facebook.com/groups/419865718037090/?ref=share Hillview Speedway: https://www.facebook.com/groups/newmanhillviewspeedway/?ref=share Cairns Speedway Maryborough Speedway Carnarvon Speedway Broome Speedway Covid-19 updates and other information can be found on the Speedway Australia Covid-19 resource centre page: https://www.speedwayaustralia.org/covid-19

03.01.2022 PROMOTIONAL ITEM OF THE YEAR This award pays tribute to the single item that is judged to be the best at achieving its goal promoting the sport or part of during the 2019/20 season. Previous Winners include;... 2019 Speedway Sedans Live 2018 - Ultimate Pink Night 2017 - Gator Wings 2016 - Ultimate Sprintcar Championship Congratulations once again goes to Chariots of Thunder , your 2020 Promotional Item of the Year.

02.01.2022 THE CAPITAL WORKS Canberra’s ACT Speedway looks to celebrate almost two-decades of racing through hosting one of Australia’s most prestigious National Title events. The Speedway Sedans Australia National Junior Sedan title will take place at the Fairbairn Park venue in January 2021 the first time in history a bonafide National Title will take place in the nation’s capital. Having undergone many alterations to the tracks layout over the years, Canberra’s 400m oval provides m...any unique challenges to drivers, owing to its sandy/clay based surface and undluating back straight. The 3-Star venue is a favourite of many Southern-NSW competitors, having featured everything from Sprintcars and Late Models, through to Production and Junior Sedans. Despite the venues changing shape over time, the biggest change came in 2018 with approval from the ACT Government to host night races for the first time via a series of trial events to ensure neighbouring residents were not adversly effected by noise. Canberrians had been left without a night- time speedway racing circuit since the closure of Tralee in 1997 (ironically, located metres across the border in NSW.) Since hosting their ultra-successful first night race, the ACT government are continuing the trial, with a further four events planned in 2020/21 the highlight of which will be the National Junior Sedan title on January 15-16. New club president James Hodak is confident this coming season will lay the foundations of a bright future for the Canberra speedway scene, with the venue enjoying strong support from a host of NSW divisional bodies and clubs. A number of further working bees are planned in the coming weeks, with new handrailings for the grandstands and a height extention to the primary concrete barrier highlighting the improvements competitors and fans will see ahead of the upcoming season. More info about the venue, including upcoming dates can be found via their website http://www.actspeedway.org.au and Facebook page https://m.facebook.com/actspeedway/ We wish ACT Speedway all the best ahead of their much anticipated 2020/21 season, which kicks off Saturday, October 31 with Late Models, Production Sedans and Street Stocks.

02.01.2022 MOST IMPROVED TRACK OF THE YEAR The Speedway that has undertaken the best efforts to improve their speedway experience for competitors and fans. Criteria considered will include facility enhancements, better race meetings, field size and quality, marketing and promotion, process and management improvements. Previous Winners include;... 2019 - Pioneer Park Speedway 2018 - Kingaroy Speedway 2017 - Maryborough Speedway 2016 - Toowoomba Speedway Congratulations Heytesbury Stockfeeds Simpson Speedway, your 2020 Most Improved Track of the Year.

02.01.2022 OVERALL SPORTSPERSON OF THE YEAR For the driver who has not only achieved spectacular success on the track, but is considered a true sportsperson through their off track conduct and involvement that contributes to the wellbeing of the sport. Previous Winners:... 2019 - Steven Lines 2018 - Kaidon Brown 2017 - Callum Harper 2016 - Jamie Veal Congratulations to James McFadden Racing, your 2020 Sportsperson of the Year.

01.01.2022 TIMMIS NOT TIMID Mildura’s Timmis Speedway looks to be the first out of the blocks post-COVID, giving Victorian competitors their initial hit out of the 2020/21 season. Timmis will host a practice meeting on October 31st, with new president Jake Drewett determined to see cars come out of garages, and drivers socialising (whilst social distancing) at his local track. Continuing a lineage of strong leadership of Timmis Speedway Club, Jake hopes that some new ideas, and renewed ...enthusiasm will filter from the committee down, injecting a new lease of life into the 56-year-old venue. One of the keystone ideas of the new committee includes utilising the venue more often with monthly practice scheduled all year round, giving competitors more opportunity to get on track, regardless of the season. From an organisational standpoint, the club is taking inspiration from other ultra-successful regional venues across Australia as it aims to make Timmis one of the most revered venues for competitors and fans. The reformed leadership team aims to implement a governmental style ‘portfolio’ for each committee member, giving everyone a distinct role in the planning and operation of the club, and race events. Giving each committee member a ‘portfolio’ to take ownership of gives accountability to each of the members says Drewett. We’ve seen too often with clubs around Australia, cases where one or two people on the committee shoulder most of the burden. They get burnt out, and this usually results in them leaving the committee, or worse still, the whole sport We hope this new structure keeps everyone engaged and enthusiastic. Collectively, we have some big capital works in the pipeline to benefit everyone that attends the venue including replacing our ageing catch fence and terracing our bar areas to create a ‘pub’ style atmosphere for fans. We’re all looking forward to sinking our teeth in and getting stuff happening! We wish the committee at Timmis Speedway all the best ahead of their first practice event on October 31st. More information about this event, and the Mildura track can be found on their website: http://milduraspeedway.com, and Facebook page: https://m.facebook.com/timmis.speedway.

01.01.2022 MARGARET RIVER MOVING FORWARD Trade Hire Augusta Margaret River Speedway was formed back in 1964 and is located 3 hours south of Perth, WA. As many clubs that have stood the test of time, Margaret River has seen plenty of changes. From the days of log/sleeper walls and clay embankments to the standards of today with concrete panels, catch fences and gates. ... The continued progress of the club is a legacy from the past and present members also with strong support from local businesses. Over the years many earthmoving companies, electricians, concretors and tradies have transformed the venue to be where it's at today. This year the club has undertaken a fence upgrade to meet requirements of a 3 star rated track, the Speedway Australia grants program assisted financially to get this project up and running along with the support from key partners. President Clint Hadley and Corey Holzmann are the drivers behind these major changes with the clubs next scope of works to be undertaken is enlarging the pit area and the long term goal of constructing a new pit shed for scrutineering and storage. As with all clubs, sponsors are key and it is a testament to the club that after the turmoil and uncertainty in the world due to COVID-19 they managed to get their sponsors back on board. From their naming rights partner Trade Hire, Hadley Earthworks, Cowara Contractors, Sutherland Contract, Matrix Towing, Ivix Industries, Podmore Holdings, Margaret River Steel Products for all their amazing work for the catch fence upgrades and sponsorship throughout season. Other sponsors that can't be forgotten for their loyal support are: Atlas Linen Down South Wholesalers City Discount Tyre WineElec Prestige Panel & Paint Leeuwin Transport Margaret River Cleanaway The first meeting kicks off on the 21st of November and we wish Club President Clint Hadley and everyone at the club well for the upcoming season. More info can be found on their website http://www.amrspeedway.com and Facebook page https://m.facebook.com/Augustamargaretriverspeedway/?refsrc=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amrspeedway.com%2Fsocial.html