By his own tongue-in-cheek assessment, he started at the bottom and he’s still there. But along Ojai Maguire’s 10+ year journey as a volunteer for the Toowoomba MX Club, he’s worked every role there is; and put a lot of time and effort into maintaining and growing the reputation of the club and its famous […]
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From the Chair 11/08/2025 – Russell Bentley, MQ Board President
Many sports clubs face challenges in recruiting and retaining volunteers due to a range of factors from time constraints to lack of recognition/appreciation, skill gaps, inadequate mentoring, right down to toxic club culture. Unfortunately, there’s no silver bullet, but to help address these issues, clubs can offer: • A Dedicated Volunteer Coordinator to connect people […]
Volunteers Keen for More After ProMX at QMP
You might have noticed the QMP Crash Crew manning the flag points in their orange shirts at Sunday’s ProMX finale – they were some of the army of volunteers that kept the wheels turning and the gates dropping last Sunday. All major sporting events need the services of volunteers to operate, right up to the […]
Charli Cannon checks in from the Airport
With the last droplets of champagne probably still drying on the trophy she won at the ProMX finale last weekend at Queensland Moto Park, freshly-crowned Aussie Women’s Champ Charli Cannon spoke to MQ Media from the airport as she prepared to jet out to the US for her next challenge – to complete the US […]
Volunteer in Focus – Troy Patterson
Many ProMX fans would not be aware that some ProMX Marshals are not from local areas, they may not even be from the same state. Troy Patterson and his wife Kim are two flaggies whose love for the sport is enough for them to volunteer at locations as far afield as this year’s ProMX championship […]
Winning Aussie trio to reunite for 2025 FIM Motocross of Nations
Motorcycling Australia has selected a winning formula for its defence of the FIM Monster Energy Motocross of Nations (MXoN) in the United States of America from October 3-5, with Jett Lawrence, Hunter Lawrence and Kyle Webster returning for another tilt at the prestigious Chamberlain Trophy. The trio will again take exceptional form into the massive international […]
Theodore P&C Trail Ride’s Most Successful Year Ever
When Theodore P&C’s Trail ride opened entries for its 2025 annual event, they probably weren’t expecting that 1118 riders would make this the biggest Theodore Trailride ever. A small community of less than 1000 people, Theodore is situated 560 km north-west of Brisbane, and its P&C began the trail ride 15 years ago. According to […]
EOIs requested for new members for four subcommittees
Is it time to use your inside knowledge to be the change you want to see in the world? Motorcycling Queensland is currently calling for Expressions of Interest for members interested in filling one of several subcommittee vacancies: Enduro (2 required) Dirt Track (2 required) Road Race (2 required) Trials (1 required) Send your expression […]
Volunteer in Focus – Marty Cowdell
At the recent Australian trials Championship at Meringandan, today’s Volunteer in Focus, Marty Cowdell, achieved a sort of legendary status within his own club as a sort of Mister Fix-It who could clean up messes under pressure, at short notice. And all because surgery kept him from competing. Like many of the most appreciated unsung […]
Injury Suspension and Getting Your Clearance to Race
So you’ve got an injury suspension. But you’re better now. What do you do? Well, that depends if there’s a concussion involved. Medical (no concussion) – You need a doctor’s certificate that specifically states that you are fit to participate in motorcycle sport. Take a pic of it with your phone. Go into […]
Need a Racing Number?
A racing number is no big deal to some people. But to others, choosing the racing number that’s going to essentially be your on-track name, face and brand is part of the fun of being a racer. At most times of the year there are riders wanting riding numbers, and Ridernet doesn’t yet have a […]
No Officials, No Motorcycle Competition
Has anyone noticed the number of Facebook posts asking for flag marshals lately? This is a problem for us because the lack of volunteers will lead to either events being cancelled or you yourself as a competitor being asked to take up the slack. In times of challenge though, it’s always worth stopping to notice […]
Your chance to be trackside at the 2025 FIM World Supercross round on the Gold Coast
The 2025 FIM World Supercross Championship is coming to the Gold Coast, and here is your chance to get trackside and be a part of the action! Motorcycling Australia is recruiting for volunteer marshals who wish to join the officials’ team and enjoy a front row seat helping out at the Cbus Super Stadium-hosted event […]
Volunteer in Focus: Moriah Green – Chinchilla MXC
Today’s Volunteer in Focus is Moriah Green, who passionately supports the sport of motocross at Chinchilla, a town of less than 10,000 people, some three-and-a-half hours west of Brisbane. Moriah is Event Secretary and PR person for the Chinchilla Motocross Club, as well as Mum to two young motocross riders and partner to an ex-racer. […]
Volunteer in Focus: Sarah Hirschy – Moto Trials Qld
Today’s Volunteer in Focus comes from the only one of MQ’s 6 motorcycle competition disciplines where speed is not a determining factor in the result. This is Sarah Hirschy from Moto Trials Queensland. What is your current volunteer role in motorcycle sport? Current Club Treasurer for Moto Trials Qld How did you come to […]
Gates to drop on round five of Penrite ProMX Championship in Warwick this weekend
Australia’s premier motocross racers will return to action on Sunday, June 22 for round five of the 2025 Penrite ProMX Championship, presented by AMX Superstores (ProMX), as Warwick (Qld) makes its debut on the calendar. The track features a blend of soft, loamy dirt on top of a harder base, allowing for a range of lines and options […]
MTQ’s Aussie Trials Champs Strike a Perfect Balance
The Motorcycle Trials Club of Queensland (MTQ) ran a brilliant 2025 Hell Team TRS & Integrated Products Australian Trials Championship last weekend at Meringandan, and it was a hit with all comers. One-hundred and sixty-two riders including minders (145 competitors) took part in the event, with a significant contingent coming from as far away as […]
Say thanks to your club’s superhero volunteers
Here at MQ we try to keep a regular spotlight out for the biggest superstars of the sport – those volunteers who keep the gears turning and the gates dropping. Our Media Guy JP is looking to establish a list of subjects for this year’s In-Focus series. In-Focus articles simply require a phone call to […]
ProMX officials’ pathway program returning in 2025
Motorcycling Australia (MA) is delighted to announce the continuation of the ‘Key Officials Pathway Program’ (KOPP) in 2025, designed to fast-track the development of officials under the Penrite ProMX Championship presented by AMX Superstores (ProMX) umbrella. The program will run at every round of the 2025 ProMX Championship, available to current Level 1 and above MA […]
Position Available – Director
In accordance with the Motorcycling Queensland (MQ) governance principles, and, as outlined in the MQ constitution, the organisation is seeking expressions of interest from individuals who might wish to apply for a position as an MQ Elected or appointed Director – There are several positions available. MQ is committed to diversity and creating equal opportunities […]