New Queensland Moto Park information - Oh and it's named Queensland Moto Park!

QUEENSLAND MOTO PARK (Wyaralong) - Background

Motorcycling Queensland (MQ) has been aware of the need for a dedicated recreational motorcycling facility and when the Queensland Government and the Council of Mayors (South East Queensland) called for tenders on land near Boonah, MQ successfully tendered for the operating rights.

We have formed a working partnership with Australian Dirt Bike Adventures (Ray Buchanan), Moto Solutions (Matt Schubring) and Invert Management (Steve Sommerfeld) to ensure that the park will have the best track and trail designs for a wide range of motorcycling disciplines.

MQ engaged JW Concepts (Jonathan Weinert) as the Master Planners for the site and this has paid off already with an exciting design which has won the Environmental Management Award at the 2011 National Landscape Architecture Awards.

Queensland Moto Park are working with respected businesses to deliver the best facilities to South East Queenslands trail bike riders. If your business is interested in supporting the building and infrastructure stages of the park, please contact Motorcycling Queensland info@mqld.org.au or (07) 3281 2255.

QUEENSLAND MOTO PARK (Wyaralong) - Frequently Asked Questions...When will Queensland Moto Park be operational? Official launch and opening is planned for late 2011.Ive heard some events have been held at Queensland Moto Park already?Some media, testing, publicity and marketing events have been held there, but its not open to the general riding public yet.Whats happening with Queensland Moto Park right now?Ray Buchanan has been appointed as Site Manager and he is currently working on the construction of internal roads, trails, tracks, caretakers residence, water supply and waste treatment systems as well as parking and camping areas.Where is Queensland Moto Park located? Its located at Wyaralong, between Beaudesert and Boonah. From Brisbane or Ipswich, head towards Boonah, then turn left onto the Beaudesert-Boonah Road. Turn right about 2.5 km onto Goans Road. From the Gold Coast or Beaudesert, head along the Beaudesert-Boonah Road and turn left into Goans Road. Whereis reference here.

Whats The Plan for Queensland Moto Park?- To develop and deliver a world-class off-road motorcycle venue designed by some of Australias leading experts in the field.- A wide variety of motorcycling options.- A facility for off road riders of all ages and skill levels.- A well managed, safe, fun, family friendly riding facility.- A dedicated commitment to preserving the environment.- A positive alternative to illegal riding.- A strong addition to the Scenic Rim business community.What will be the operating hours of Queensland Moto Park? Operating schedules are not finalised yet, but the park will be open at least 5 days a week, including weekends and most public holidays.What type of riding will be available at Queensland Moto Park? There will be a variety of constructed and natural terrain Motocross tracks including a nippers / Pee Wee track and a family track. There will also be Supercross, Freestyle Motocross and Stadium-cross style tracks. There will be at least 50km of trails, also available to be used for Enduro's and an area dedicated to Moto-Trials. A dirt track is planned for Stage 2 development.Whats the plan for further development?Future stages are planned over the next three years which will roll out improved facilities including:- New camping facilities with shaded areas and a camp kitchen.- Upgraded site office and canteen.- Mechanical service and spare parts centre.- Dirt / Flat Track Area.- Viewing mounds and spectator facilities.Who will be able to ride at Queensland Moto Park? Anyone over the age of 4 years can ride. The holders of a Motorcycling Australia licence will get a discounted entry fee, but a licence is not essential for entry. Single Recreational Activity Licences will be able to be purchased on site as part of the entry fee. How much will it cost to ride there? At this stage the entry fees will be:Adult MA licence holder - $35Adult non-MA licence holder - $42.50 Child (U16 years) MA licence holder - $20Child (U16 years) non-MA member, $25Can Quads ride there? The park will cater for Quads, particularly on special Quad Ride Days. On all other days, Quads may not have access to the whole facility.Can I hire any areas of the park for coaching, bike launches, etc?This will be possible, but will depend on usage and availability.Will I be able to Camp at Wyaralong? Yes, unpowered camping sites will be available. A small camping fee will be charged.Who owns Queensland Moto Park? The land is owned by the Queensland Government. The park infrastructure has been paid for by the Queensland Government, the South-East Queensland Council of Mayors and Motorcycling Queensland. Motorcycling Queensland is the operator of the park.Are there any employment opportunities at Queensland Moto Park? Not presently. Any work opportunities and positions vacant will be advertised on the Motorcycling Queensland website - www.mqld.org.au.Who are the important points of contact at Wyaralong? At this stage, contact the Motorcycling Queensland office on 3281 2255 or send an email to info@mqld.org.au. It is anticipated that a site office will be operational prior to the official opening / launch (late 2011).