Thank you, officials
From Motorsport Australia CEO Eugene Arocca: As the Liqui Moly Bathurst 12 Hour drew to a close last night, there were plenty of accolades and celebrations from a race that delivered record crowds, a record number of laps and some impressive work from drivers and crews throughout the paddock. While most of that […]
Aussie named world’s best
Motorsport Australia official Christopher McMahon has been named 2022 FIA Senior Official of the Year. Among a small number of officials recognised from around the world, McMahon was acknowledged for his work as a senior steward. McMahon has been a regular contributor to motorsport in Australia, including as one of the current co-chairs […]
A handful of experience at Mt Cotton
This year’s Motorsport Australia Hill Climb Championship at Mount Cotton was a special event for many reasons. In addition to Dean Tighe winning it for the first time and entering the rare feat of being a National Speed and Auto Test champion in two disciplines, the event saw five women serve as the most senior […]
Senior Development Program back for 2023
Motorsport Australia’s Senior Officials Development Program is now accepting expressions of interest for the 2023 season. Created to provide a pathway of progression for volunteer officials, the program’s aim is to increase the officials talent pool with better trained and more knowledgeable individuals. Combining both theoretical and practical exercises at national race meetings […]
Silver opportunity for Queensland officials
Bronze level volunteer officials in Queensland looking to upgrade still have the opportunity to take part in Silver module course later this month. Taking place on 14 August in Milton, applications are being accepted for the module where individuals will begin with a theory-based workshop. Presented face-to-face, participants will go through a range […]
Local volunteers delve into officials way of life
The Repco Supercars Championship’s visit to Hidden Valley earlier this month was special for many reasons, including the fact it served as the championship’s first-ever official indigenous round. However, it was also special in regard to a new officials’ initiative – allowing newly signed up volunteers to get an exclusive insight into the sport […]
WA based female officials to gain more opportunities
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Following the successful launch of Motorsport Australia’s Women’s Officiating Pathway Program in Queensland, Western Australia will now have a similar program of its own. Supported by the WA Government, the program will help provide opportunities to female club officials in WA to progress from club level officiating into the running of state level and higher […]
Essential Officials Matrices Update
Motorsport Australia has updated its Essential Officials Matrices after a thorough review and consultation with multiple stakeholders. The Matrices were initially created to display the minimum licence level that essential officials are required to hold at Motorsport Australia sanctioned events across all levels and disciplines. During COVID-19, Motorsport Australia set up a recovery […]
New women’s program to open opportunity for Queensland officials
Motorsport Australia has outlined its new Queensland based Women’s Officiating Pathway Program, which will officially begin at the end of next month. With the support of the Queensland Government, the Women’s Officiating Development Program aims to provide opportunities to 10 female club officials in Queensland and help them progress from club level officiating to […]
Thank you Officials
With one of the most successful Formula 1 Heineken Australian Grand Prix events in history, the event could not have proceeded without the hard work of our Motorsport Australia Officials. More than 800 Officials volunteered their time across the four days to make sure the event ran smoothly. As always, the dedicated Officials were the […]