Wednesday 16th April 2008

27th May 2010

Hi Everyone,

BMX Sports WA are conduting a Survey for all RIDERS/PARENTS on Preferred Day of Super Series Event to be run.

Can you please indicate by Email to bmx@bmxsportswa.com.au

if you prefer Super Series to be run on

A: Saturday Afternoon (twlight)

or

B: Sunday (normal morning start time)

Kind regards

BMX Sports WA

10th April 2010

AN 18-year-old champion BMX rider has died in a motorcycle crash in the street where he lived.

Jamie Welhan died from head injuries when he crashed his motorbike about 9pm on Friday on Steere St in the South-West town of Collie.

The tragedy rocked the small coal-mining town, which has a terrible history of road fatalities.

A police spokesman said it appeared a car had also been involved and an investigation was being held.

Mr Welhan was not wearing a helmet and died at the scene, police said.

Younger brother Brent, 17, told The Sunday Times that Mr Welhan had won 10 consecutive state BMX titles. He described him as a "bit of a wild child" with a heart of gold.

"He had been interested in bikes since he was two years old," Brent said. "He lived to ride."

He said Mr Welhan was a loyal friend and part of a close-knit family.

"He looked after his mates and younger brother," he said. "Jamie had a lot of love for his family and his mum and dad."

Mr Welhan's sister, Stacey Malatesta, said it was tragic that her brother's life had been cut short. "He was a fun-loving and great guy who was taken far too soon," she said.

Mrs Malatesta said her brother recently finished a bricklaying apprenticeship.

Website WestOz BMX last night paid tribute to a "fallen soldier".

"Jamie Welhan may not have ridden much any more, but he and his family were heavily influential on the BMX scene in Collie," the tribute said.

"If you raced the track, if you rode White Hills back in the day, if you rode R18 recently, know that a Welhan has had a hand in making this happen."

Friends poured out their grief on social networking site Facebook within hours of hearing of the death.

Court Bishop described Mr Welhan as a great guy and close friend.

"It doesn't seem real but it's the way it's gone," she posted. "Why so young did u have to go?

Collie police want anyone with information about the crash to phone 131 444.

30th March 2010

Westside BMX Club will be open each Tuesday night through the school holidays.

Gates open at 6pm for practice and there will be racing from 7pm.

Costs are; $2 for practice only (6pm to 7pm) and $6 for racing (7pm until we finish). Helmet stickers will be issued for payment.

We are trying to raise funds in preparation for hosting the 2011 State Titles. We hope you understand these charges and we look forward to seeing at the track.

Regular club racing to recommence on 20^th April. Regular club coaching to continue on Saturday mornings (excluding Easter Saturday) and the fee ($15 per rider) to be paid directly to the coaches.

Regards,

Geoff Bird
President

12th March 2010

Westside BMX Club is reopening for racing this Tuesday the 16th March.

The track has been extensively modified so come and race on the new track. We now have BIG fast burms and new jumps which make for great racing. Gates drop at 7.00pm so make sure you get there earlier to nominate. Bring your Licence or green slip or you won't be permitted on the track. Licence checks will be happening.

17 February 2010

The Hills BMX Club is Closed to all riders on the following days:

Thursday the 18th of February 2010
Friday the 19th of February 2010
Sunday the 21st of February 2010

The Hills BMX Club is working on the track and surrounds on these days and for insurance purposes no riders will be allowed on the track.

Please also be advised that from the week starting the 22nd of February 2010 the track will only be open as advertised, it will be closed at all other times, again we ask that you respect our clubs wishes. We as a club are trying to have the best possible surface for the 2010 State Titles for you or your children to ride on.

2nd February 2010

Westside BMX track is closed until further notice due to track extension and modifications. The track is expected to reopen for racing the first Tuesday in March.”

8th January 2010

Westside BMX Club will be closed until further notice due to track maintenance and modifications. The track is expected to reopen mid to late February.

5th January 2010

Anyone wishing to travel to ACT for Probikx rounds (team Travel ONLY) please email BMX Sports WA office. bmx@bmxsportswa.com.au

Places are limited so get in early to avoid disappointment.

Cost will be approx $800 per person.
This includes airfares, accommodation and transport.

FINAL QUOTE IS YET TO BE CONFIRMED
BUT WILL BE AVAILABLE EARLY NEXT WEEK.

26th December 2009

Round 3 WA Super Series
Bunbury BMX Club

Bunbury BMX Club Inc invites all riders to nominate for the Round 3 Super Series to be held in Bunbury on Sunday 17 January 2010. Come along and experience the new Progate system installed at the club recently.

Bunbury BMX Club will again be offering practise for all riders on Saturday 16 January 2010. Practise times are as follows:

Sprockets                    3.30pm – 4.30pm
8 to 10 years               4.30pm – 5.30pm
11 – 13 years              5.30pm to 6.30pm
14 year Plus                6.30pm to 7.30

Please note that a special session from 7.30 to 8.30pm will be available for our country cousins to allow more time for them to travel to Bunbury. This session will not be available to metropolitan based riders.

Cost for practice sessions will be $2.00 per rider.

6/07/2009

Westside BMX Club will be open for practice tomorrow night:

Date: Tuesday 7^th July
Time: 6pm – 8pm.

29/06/2009
SOUTHERN DISTRICTS TRACK OPENING TIMES PRIOR TO SUPER SERIES:

Friday 3^rd of July racing Noms close 7.15pm gates drop 7.30. Saturday 4^th of July track will be open for practice:

$4-00 practice fee.

1pm – 2pm sprockets
2pm – 3pm 8 – 10 year olds
3pm – 4pm 11- 13 year olds
4pm – 5pm 14+

18/06/2009
HILLS BMX CLUB School Holidays schedule.

Please be advised that...
The Hills BMX Club will be open as normal during the July School Holidays.

We will be racing Wednesday night’s gate dropping at 7.00pm.

Canteen will be open and the Lister’s gourmet barbeque will be serving 5 star chicken and beef burgers.

Please also be advised that weather permitting the first part of majors changes to the track will happen this weekend in preparation for the 2010 State Titles.

Hills BMX Club

27/05/2010

Rockingham Opening Times

Rockingham BMX Club will be open during school holidays gate dropping at 7pm if time permits.

Open Wednesday 15 April 2009
Open Wednesday 22 April 2009

Closed Wednesday 29 April & 6 May 2009 returning for racing Wednesday 13 May

14th January 2009

For those of you that are not aware of the rule changes for 2009 you can download the ARA Rules here to be read in conjunction with the UCI BMX Rules. Of particular note to everyone are the changes to Number Plates to bring Australia into line with the UCI. Below I have placed an extract for your perusal.

Changes take effect on Jan 1st 2009. There however will be a 2 round grace period for all to conform. By round 3 of the State Super Series all riders will be required to wear the correct colour combination or risk non inclusion.

ARA Rules 2009
UCI Rule Book 2009

ARA Rule Book 2009

4I. NUMBER PLATES

The following number plates colour combinations must be used: -

Sprocket: orange plate, black numbers
Novices: green plate, white numbers

All other classes as per UCI BMX RULE BOOK

UCI Rule Book Extract

6.1.072

Each bicycle entered into competition must have a number plate attached to the front of the handlebars. The upper edge of this number plate may not extend above the crossbar safety pad on any handlebars having a crossbar.

Number plates must be made of plastic or other similar flexible material.

Riders must use the plate and number colour combinations specified for the category in which they are racing as follows:

Elite Men, Elite Women, Elite Cruiser Men, Elite Cruiser Women: white plate, black numbers.

Juniors Men, Juniors Women, Juniors Cruiser Men, Juniors Cruiser Women: black plate, white numbers.

Challenge level:

Men, Boys: yellow plate, black numbers;
Girls, Women: blue plate, white numbers;
Cruiser: red plate, white numbers.

WILDCARD APPLICATIONS FOR 2009 NATIONALS

Anyone wishing to apply for Wildcard Entry for the 2009 National Championships must do so in writing with all accompanying documents to:

State Officiating Director
Des MacCormack
BMX Sports WA
PO Box 1816
MIDLAND WA 6936

Closing date for this is STRICTLY Wednesday 28^th January 2009

Track opens at 6pm
Racing Starts at 7.00pm
Nominations close at 6.45pm

If you have any queries please contact:
Bunny Lim: 0438 771252

Hi there All

We will have camping on ground but you must book to gain access to a site.

Some Powered site are available, shower facilities are also available.

Looking forward to seeing you all here

We have been given a great review from lots of people

We have spent about $180 000.00 Dollars to get it so all you guys & girl Plus Families to come up and have a great weekend of it

Many thank to all of the other Clubs advice

Regards Colin Craig
Club President

Ground Maps here