wamba - West Australian Mountain Bike Association
West Australian Mountain Bike Association (WAMBA) is the state representative body for the West Australian mountain bike community.
A volunteer organisation, WAMBA works collaboratively with key stakeholders to identify, develop and sustain mountain bike experiences in Western Australia.
And also acts as a resource for clubs looking for help on trail advocacy and grants, and co-ordinates the racing calendar.
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XC State Champs & WAGE Double Header
Who's up for a Dirty MTBing Weekend in Margs??
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It's a double header - Margaret River Off Road Cycling Association - MRORCA are hosting the WAMBA XC State Champs on Saturday 19th September, while Sunday 20th will see Round 5 of the WAGE Gravity Enduro. Why not enter both races??
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WA Riders Selected to Represent Australia
Congratulations Reece Tucknott, Jordan Prochyra and Sam Hill!!
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Three of WA's top riders have been selected to represent Australia at the upcoming UCI Mountain Bike and Trials World Championships in Vallnord, Andorra from August 31 to September 6.
Congratulations to Reece Tucknott (XCO), Jordan Prochyra (DH) and Sam Hill (DH) on your achievements. We wish you all the best for the World Champs!
We will be following our Aussie team on Facebook over the coming weeks.
For more info and the latest news, visit MTBA - http://www.mtba.asn.au/news/2406-australian-team-announced-for-upcoming-uci-world-championships
Photographers: Naomi Halford (L), Kathy Carruthers (T), Anthony Jones (B)
Closing Date Extended for WAMBA Junior State Team
Nominations now close on Tuesday 22nd September
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WAMBA would like to advise that the closing date for nominations for the WAMBA National MTB Championships Junior State Team has been extended to COB Tuesday 22nd September (from 31st August). This gives all of our junior riders the chance to race their respective age groups in the State Championships (DH and/or XC) before submitting their application to be part of the state team. Further to this, any junior rider who wins their age group race at their state championships will be viewed favourably for selection in the state team. Selected riders will join other experienced riders who have had great performances throughout the last 12 months - providing that rider chooses to be part of the state team by submitting an application before the closing date of 22nd September. Download further information and the application form here: A Word version of the nomination form can be requested by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. |
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DSR - Women in Sport and Recreation Program
Are you seeking development, management and leadership opportunities in the sport and recreation industry?
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Women have always been involved in sport and recreation at many levels and the number of women in leadership roles within sport and recreation in Western Australia is growing.
The Department of Sport and Recreation has committed to provide support, resources and professional development for women seeking development, management and leadership opportunities in the sport and recreation industry. The Women in Sport and Recreation Program is designed to develop a pipeline of women leaders currently not on a State Sporting Association board and improve their personal effectiveness at all levels.
The Women in Sport and Recreation Program is seeking fifteen (15) women who have a passion for sport and recreation who aspire to be leaders in the industry to join out launch program.
The program is open state wide and regional women are encouraged to apply for the program. There is a current initiative to also be able to provide funding for travel to regional women to be able to attend the module/s in which they choose, as the program will be in Perth.
Complete the Women in Sport and Recreation Program Application Form and submit your application along with:
- Your current CV; and
- Response to the selection criteria (as outlined in the application form)
Send applications by 5.00pm on Wednesday 12 August 2015 to:
Jaimi Rumbold
Project Officer – People Development
Department of Sport and Recreation
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If you have any queries or questions regarding the program, please do not hesitate to contact Jaimi Rumbold on (08) 9492 9719 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Photos above:
(L): Hon Mia Davis MLA - Minister for Sport and Recreation; Minister for Water; Minister for Forestry
(C): Marion Fulker - Chief Executive Officer of Committee for Perth and a Rugby WA board member
(R): Dr. Lianne Cretney-Barnes - WA Partner for Women on Boards, Chair of the Integrity Assurance Committee for Racing and Wagering Western Australia, Principal Consultant of Board Connexions
Photo below: Louise Wallace, WAMBA President being interviewed at the official launch of the Western Australian MTB Strategy
2016 WAMBA National MTB Championships Junior State Team
Call for Nominations - Under 19, Under 17 and Under 15
WAMBA is calling for nominations for the 2016 WAMBA National Mountain Bike Championships Junior State Team to attend the MTBA National Mountain Bike Championships, being held on Thursday 17th to Sunday 20th March 2016 in Bright, Victoria.
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The State Team will consist of riders who wish to compete in either or all of the following disciplines: Downhill, Cross Country and Observe Trials. Riders are to be aged between 13 and 18 years, with the exception of some exceptional great Under 13 riders who wish to do the downhill event (providing they have good references from a personal coach). This team works together as a collective of athletes and will be supervised under the direction of the Team Manager/ Head Coach. Parent helpers are required to provide assistance to the team in support roles and athletes manage their own logistics. State team selected riders are eligible to receive Department of Sport and Recreation funding, as well as other Government funding (if they meet the requirements). The National Mountain Bike Championships is an open event to any rider, whether you are a State Team member or not. This means that riders who do not make the team can still compete and travel with the rest of the State team, if they wish to. The riders who do not make the team may not be eligible for some of the Government funding, will not be eligible to wear any state team clothing, or take part in any team photos. However, we encourage all WA riders and families to support each other for the betterment of the sport. |
Photo: 2015 WAMBA National MTB Championships Junior State Team |
Selection Panel
Selection of the WAMBA Junior State Team will be conducted by the WAMBA State Selection Panel, which consists of the following members:
- WAMBA President - Louise Wallace
- WAMBA Racing Council Chair - Tony Tucknott
- WAMBA Junior Development Coordinator - Graeme Adams
- Peel Districts Mountain Bike Club President - Paul De Klerk
- WestCycle Operations Manager - Toby Hodgson
Nomination Form
Nomination is required on the WAMBA Junior State Team Nomination Form. A Word version of the form can be requested by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Nomination forms and other accompanying documents are to be submitted by close of business Monday 31st August 2015.
Applications can be made via email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or by regular mail to:
WAMBA Junior State Team Nomination (Attn: Jodie Stembridge)
C/- Westcycle
105 Cambridge Street
West Leederville
WA 6007
More Information
All information regarding the Junior State Team, including selection panel and criteria, funding, team travel and accommodation can be found by downloading this document - 2016 WAMBA National MTB Championships State Team - Call for Nominations.
General questions regarding operational issues, such as state team travel shall be directed to WestCycle via the Team Manager – email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Questions regarding team selection shall be directed to the Chairman of Selectors, via WestCycle Operations Manager – email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..