We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of the much-loved steward of Central Queensland Motocross, Bud Markley, on Sunday August 4, with his beloved Lil by his side. Bud was the founder of the Central Queensland Motocross Series, which began 44 years ago. In 1987, he collaborated with Noel Stitt and Ron Single to […]
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Kelly Baxter Appointed Sports Manager at MQ
The Motorcycling Queensland Board is pleased to announce the appointment of Kelly Baxter as MQ Sports Manager. Many of you are already familiar with Kelly from her work in the Development role and as our Ridernet Guru. Kelly has been actively involved in Motorcycling, particularly Motocross, for 15 years. Her extensive knowledge and unwavering dedication […]
In-Focus – Lyndel Butler
In-Focus – Lyndel Butler The subject of today’s In-Focus is one of motorcycle officialdom’s respected elders. Lyndel first began attending motorcycle races as a 9-year-old, back in 1962, when her older brother joined Fairfield Motorcycle club and started racing at Nepean Raceway. Lyndel takes up the story of an amazing journey dedicated to contributing to […]
Speedway’s Loftus siblings head for Europe this week
Good luck to the Gold Coast’s Loftus siblings, who head for Europe this week. Fifteen year-old Jordy will be representing Australia at the SGP3 U16 250cc Speedway Solos World Championships which begin with the Semi Finals in Teterow, Germany and Finals in Gorzow, Poland on 28 June. Jordy is the only Queenslander selected having come […]
In-Focus – Peter Black
The subject of today’s In Focus is Peter Black, former road racer and nationally and internationally experienced road race official. He’s not huge on talking about his contributions to the sport, but we managed to squeeze a few words out of him. These are they: Name Peter Black Q1: In your officiating life, what track […]
In-Focus – Monique Andrews
The subject of today’s In Focus is Monique Andrews, former Kilcoy stalwart and now President of the newly reformed Warwick & District Dirt Bike Club. We asked her five questions: In your officiating life, what track and in what role are we most likely to find you? I have been volunteering at Kilcoy MX past […]