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THE AUSTRALIAN RIDE-ON LAWN MOWER RACING ASSOCIATION
IS PROUD TO BRING YOU THE
When: Friday 15th and Saturday 16th of May 2009
Where: Dubbo Showgrounds, Dubbo NSW
We are very pleased to announce and invite you all to be a part of the first ever Lawn Mower Racing Nationals in Australia. This will be a part of the Dubbo show and it will sure be a sight to behold. Never before have all the clubs of Australia, united together and raced. We all share a common interest, although mowers may be different in construction, when the lights go green. The racing begins!!!
With the significant difference in mower construction, we will be running qualifying to sort out the entire field. This will ensure that you are placed fairly in the bunch. All mowers must follow thier relevant clubs rules and regulations regarding the setup of their respective mowers. If a mower is allowed to race in your club, then it will be allowed to race at Dubbo.
There are however certain rules that will not be negotiated. A functioning kill switch must be operating on your mower. It must have functioning brakes, no sharp protrusions from your mower. Proper attire must be worn. Long sleeve tops, either Moto-x jerseys and pants or long sleeve overalls. With sturdy steel capped boots. A full faced (Approved to Australian Standards) Helmet and gloves.
The times have changed somewhat since the inception of this race.
We have secured an alternate venue for the early morning sessions of this race. We will be moving to the main arena for the afternoon sessions. This will not be a big deal but will give us optimum time to race and have a sucessfull race meeting.
Times are as follows
Friday:
Morris Park Speedway, Obley Rd Dubbo
Sctruteneering : 8.00am to 8.45am
Drivers Briefing : 8.45am to 9.00am
Practice session : 9.00am to 9.30am
Heats : 9.30am to 12.30pm
Then we move to the "Main Arena" at the Dubbo Show
to continue the heats. Enter through Gate 4. At the speedway upon registration you will recieve a blue wristband that will allow you free access into the show. If you dont have the wristband you will have to pay to access the show.
Heats : 2.00pm to 4.00pm
Saturday:
Morris Park Speedway, Obley Rd Dubbo
Scruteneering: 9.00am to 9.30am
Practice: 9.00am to 9.30am
Heats: 9.30am to 2.30pm
Then we Move to the "Main Arena" at the Dubbo Show
for the final races and Presentations. Enter through Gate 4. At the speedway upon registration you will recieve a blue wristband that will allow you free access into the show. If you dont have the wristband you will have to pay to access the show.
Finals: 4.00pm to 5.00pm
You will have access to all that the show has to bring. There will be Concerts, Animals, Carnival Rides, Harness Racing and a truck load of other entertainment. The show runs for the 3 days but we won’t be racing on Sunday, this will give everyone the opportunity to get home or to explore all the show has to offer.
Please contact Shane on 0400108551 if you are interested in attending, this will also help us plan the day better. We are seeking extra helpers for the day’s event, if you would like to assist on either of the days please contact us.
Trophies will be on offer to all classes and a special Commemorative
T-shirt and sash will be given to all entries.
Mower Entry Cost: $20
Accommodation:
The Dubbo Parklands (Camping)
154 Whylandra Street, Dubbo, Newell Hwy
Phone: (02) 6884-8341 Toll Free 1800 033 072
When booking mention you are apart of the lawn mower racing group
$12.50 p/person, per night.
We have a separate area assigned to keep us all together.
With all amenities provided including Heated Pool and Sauna.
You must book A.S.A.P for a spot.
The Dubbo Parklands has all different kinds of accommodation to suit all budgets.
Go to:
www.big4dubboparklands.com.au for more details.
If you decide to stay somewhere else please look up: www.dubbotourism.com.au
Race Day Information/ Contacts:
Shane Osborne Dubbo Race Organiser ph 0400 108 551
Diana Millsteed President (A.R.O.L.M.R.A) ph 0439330185
Peter Enright President (S.C.M.R.C) ph 0417 647 215
Rob Kirkwood President (Brisbane Mowersport) ph 0410 657 279
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15th and 16th May 2009
DUBBO NSW Australia
Now that the dust has finally settled, let me start on saying how much a success this event was. This was many years in the making, from just a thought back in 2005 to racing now......
AROLMRA, along with Sunshine Coast, Bundaberg, Brisbane and Nowra clubs all have thier own history, thier own future.....and thier own identity.
This race was not to erase this, but to enrich it, by introducing everyone who was involved to a new way of thinking. That this sport is bigger than just your respective club.
This sport can be as big as we want it to get. Still accessable to everyone. And most importantly a family sport with "safety" the first priority, and "fun" the second.
After the final race has been run and won, after the grass has started to grow again on the Dubbo track.
Remember. It was here in 2009 that we made history.
I hope there will be many more "National" races to come.
Peter Enright
Sean “Chiso” Chisholm
Mark Shipton
Chris Chilton
Glen (Robbo) Robertson
Harry Sanderson
Trent Sanderson
Robert Kirkwood
Cloe Macfarlane
Thomas Macfarlane
John Hall
Peter Godward
Garry Boeghelm
Trevor Stanley
Dale Hall
John Kennedy
Shane Lacey
Wesley Albert
Joshua Morris
Shane Osborne
Ben Griscti
Paul Borg
Amanda White
Caleb White
Darren White
Di Millsteed
Josh Saunders
Troy Saunders
Royce O’Brien
Brian (Grasshopper) Huggins
Brett (BONES) Millsteed
Cain Millsteed
Calum McAlpine
John Irving
Stuart Eliott
Ray Scott
Malcolm (RIBS) Leech
Ishwar Morris
Rob Crees
Brodie Crees
Chris Clarke
John McFarlane
Wayne (Keno) Kennedy
John Gruar
Brian Benter
Nick Mundy
NOWRA (SHOWMOW RACING INC)
Hugh O’Dempsey
James Oxman
Garry Eccles
Daniel Merange
Results from
The 1st Annual Nationals at Dubbo:
Category One
1st
2nd
3rd
Category Two
1st
2nd
3rd
Category Three
1st
2nd
3rd
Category Four
1st
2nd
3rd
AROLMRA Juniors
1st
2nd
3rd
1st Annual Perpetual Trophy for the
Best presented mower of the meeting went to
