AUTRA News Report 23-01-2025

AUTRA News Report 23-01-2025

Kate Dzienis • January 23, 2025
  • 6 Inch Trail Marathon, WA
  • True Blue Ultra, WA
  • Upcoming Events


WEEKLY NEWS REPORT FOR 23-01-225

As always, we're continuously on the hunt for your stories and reports, so get those race reports and photographs in to ultramag@autra.asn.au with the following information: 

  • Word document, single spaced
  • Include the name of the event, the date and the location anywhere in the report (just a bullet point at the top is great)
  • Please attach photographs to the email – do not put images in the body of your Word doc. You’ll just get me emailing you back asking for the photos sent in the correct way!
  • As many photos as possible. With our new website, it’s now easier than ever to include a nice gallery in each race report
  • No PDFs please

And remember, it doesn’t have to be about an AURA-listed event specifically! You just have to be an AURA member for the 2025 year. Also too, if you’ve run in a non-AURA listed event anywhere on home soil or internationally, we’d love to include your race results and experience in our Member Updates, so please do reach out to us via email to kate.dzienis@autra.asn.au

If any corrections need to be made in any of the results listed below, please alert me via email.


6 Inch Trail Marathon (WA)

The 6 Inch Trail Marathon was the last race of 2024, held on 15 December along the Munda Biddi Trail in the south west of WA, near Dwellingup. The event offers a 6 Inch (47km) (206 finishers) and a 3 Inch (23km) (162 finishers).

In the Men’s 6 Inch, 1st Male was won by Gerry Hill (3:15:48) whilst 2nd Male was claimed by AUTRA’s Mike Carroll who crossed the finish line in 3:24:15. Third Male was won by Andrew Walker (3:55:39).

In the Women’s 6 Inch event, top spots went to Petra Jerejian (4:04:01), Katherine Stockwell (4:09:59) and Ayako Kusui (4:30:00).

Congratulations to all our members who ran in the 6 Inch event, including Kevin Matthews (4:05:19), Nathan Fawkes (4:16:42), Barbara Fieberg (5:13:48), Beck Hefferon (5:23:08), Daniel Taborsky (5:29:50), Kerriann Bresser (5:35:05), Ian North (5:51:35), Alexis Oosterhoff (5:57:34), David Martin (6:00:18), Graham Tottey (6:07:42), Fay Wells (6:29:39), Ian Nichol (6:31:42), Martyn Flahive (6:32:44), Andy Thompson (6:36:23), Mark Caldwell (7:01:30), Nicola Walters (7:05:46), Greg Benn (7:08:55), Jutta Kober (7:14:13), Del Thompson (7:14:14), Wayne McMurtrie (7:31:26), Rob Donkersloot (7:34:27) and Sue Robertson (7:53:16).

In the Men’s 3 Inch, top spots went to Rhys Crosswel (1:42:25), Alan Stabler (1:44:23) and Aaron O’Loughlin (1:48:41). In the Women’s 3 Inch, winners were Lauren French (1:48:59), Jess Reynolds (1:54:06) and Phoebe George (1:56:41).

The full list of results can be found here.

Images: JEFF GOTCHA running perth

TRUE BLUE ULTRA (WA)

The True Blue Ultra (formerly the Australia Day Ultra, or ADU) was held last weekend on Saturday, 18 January in Australind, WA. On offer were a range of distances on a fast, out-and-back course – 100km (19 finishers), 75km (3 finishers), 50km (30 finishers), 25km (47 finishers), 12.5km (54 finishers) and 6km (3 finishers).

AUTRA’s Michael Hooker took the win in the Men’s 100km, completing the distance in a time of 7:26:30. Second Male went to Shaun Hall (8:15:23) whilst 3rd Male was claimed by AUTRA member Colin Moulden, who finished the 100km in 8:27:11).

There were no female competitors in the 100km distance.

Congratulations to our members who raced in the 100km, including Simon Bennett (9:15:07/4th Male) and Kevin Matthews (9:45:47/5th Male).

In the Men’s 75km, top spots went to Levi Quinton (7:02:51) and Drew Mayhills (9:37:54).

In the Women’s 75km, the winner was named Genevieve Warriner (7:09:44).

In the Men’s 50km, the top three men’s positions went to Andre Pienaar (3:39:02), Jak Barnes (3:41:55) and Tony Smith (3:47:07).

In the Women’s 50km, podium finishes went to Dimity-Lee Duke (3:47:21), Raquel Rae (5:35:49) and AUTRA’s Pamela Williams who took 3rd Female with a time of 6:06:50.

Congratulations to AUTRA members Graham Tottey (5:05:39) and Alexis Oosterhoff (5:19:48) who finished the 50km.

In the Men’s 25km, winners were named Joshua Kuhn (1:47:24), John Foley (1:48:12) and Rob Collins (1:54:20).

In the Women’s 25km, AUTRA’s Claudia Seke secured the top spot with a finish time of 1:50:03. Second and 3rd Female spots were won by Caitlin Hindmarsh (1:58:12) and Heather Longworth (2:15:11).

In the Men’s 12.5km, winners were Radek Dzitkowski (00:48:00), Bryce Bevin (00:55:03) and Phillip Pelusey (00:56:57). In the Women’s 12.5km, they were Brodie Lowe (00:56:43), Sarah Lewis (00:58:03) and Anita Parsons (1:01:49).

Image: Facebook.

UPCOMING EVENTS

By Gary Mullins July 24, 2025
Applications for the IAU Asian and Oceania 100K Championships, Bangkok, Thailand, 22-23 November 2025, are now open. About the Event The IAU Asian & Oceania 100 km Championships bring together the region’s fastest road‑ultra athletes. The race is being held in Wachirabenchatat Park, Bangkok. Applications are now open for AUTRA Members wishing to be considered for selection to the Australian Team. Please refer to the documents below for full details: Application Form Selection Criteria GIS Applications close: 8:00 PM AEST, Thursday 31st July 2025 Team announcement: Tuesday 17th August 2025 For any questions regarding the event, the selection criteria, or application process, please email: gary.mullins@autra.asn.au Representing your country is an honour few get to experience. I wish every applicant the very best as we move toward selecting a team that embodies the spirit, strength, and unity of Australian ultra and trail running. Yours in running, Gary Mullins President, AUTRA
By Gary Mullins July 23, 2025
OFFICIAL TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT 🇦🇺 Australia’s squad for the 2025 IAU 24‑Hour World Championships Albi, France 18‑19 October AUTRA is proud to celebrate the athletes who’ve been selected to represent Australia in the 24-hour World Championships. The 24-hour World Champs has a rich history in Australia. 57 runners selected since 1990. We know the above athletes will represent with pride, and inspire the next generation. Follow our socials over the next three months and follow the journey of the team.
By Gary Mullins July 22, 2025
The AUTRA Committee and members would like to congratulate all athletes selected for the 2025 World Trail & Mountain Running Championships. THE LINE‑UP Female Team: Lara Hamilton Jessica Ronan Emily Bartlett Emily Rogers Ruby Smith Patricia McKibbin Jess Jason Sarah-Jayne Miller Miah Noble Nicole Paton Kellie Angel Cecilia Mattas Hannah McRae Male Team: Fraser Darcy Iain Best Nathan Pearce Michael Kernahan Toby Lang Alec Franzke Tadhg Nolan Robert Shannon Billy Curtis Blake Turner Brodie Nankervis Vlad Ixel Ben Burgess Matthew Crehan Andrew Gaskell Thomas Dade. Congratulations to the coaches and team managers as well. The link to the full team and distances, can be found HERE . Thank you to Australian Athletics in believing and backing our Aussie trail talent. Their support gets the green and gold to the start line in Canfranc-Pirineos. 🙌🇦🇺 Follow our socials over the next 2 months to get to know the athletes. Let’s show the world what Aussie grit looks like. ✊🏽?
By Gary Mullins July 21, 2025
Join AUTRA as a State Representative! Are you passionate about ultra and trail running? Want to make a real impact in your state’s running community? We’re looking for dedicated State Representatives to: Promote trail & ultra running locally Engage in the running community and run clubs. Support race directors and represent AUTRA at races including, volunteering, and sharing event highlights Maintain strong communication, share news, spotlight race results and upcoming events, & grow membership benefits What you bring to the team: A passion for ultra/trail running and your local running scene Excellent communication and community engagement skills Current AUTRA membership and availability for bimonthly meetings and weekend events Why apply? It’s a chance to foster regional trail/ultra communities, elevate athlete experiences, and contribute to AUTRA’s national growth. Role Description: State Rep Role Description Applications close: 5pm, Monday 28th July Apply here: State Reps Application Form
By Kate Dzienis July 10, 2025
This week's report includes results from Ultra-Trail Jervis Bay, Brisbane Trail Ultra, Freycinet Trail Run, the Australian 24 Hour Track Invitational, Red Dirt Backyard Ultra, and Dead Cow Gully
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IN OTHER NEWS

By Gary Mullins July 24, 2025
Applications for the IAU Asian and Oceania 100K Championships, Bangkok, Thailand, 22-23 November 2025, are now open. About the Event The IAU Asian & Oceania 100 km Championships bring together the region’s fastest road‑ultra athletes. The race is being held in Wachirabenchatat Park, Bangkok. Applications are now open for AUTRA Members wishing to be considered for selection to the Australian Team. Please refer to the documents below for full details: Application Form Selection Criteria GIS Applications close: 8:00 PM AEST, Thursday 31st July 2025 Team announcement: Tuesday 17th August 2025 For any questions regarding the event, the selection criteria, or application process, please email: gary.mullins@autra.asn.au Representing your country is an honour few get to experience. I wish every applicant the very best as we move toward selecting a team that embodies the spirit, strength, and unity of Australian ultra and trail running. Yours in running, Gary Mullins President, AUTRA
By Gary Mullins July 23, 2025
OFFICIAL TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT 🇦🇺 Australia’s squad for the 2025 IAU 24‑Hour World Championships Albi, France 18‑19 October AUTRA is proud to celebrate the athletes who’ve been selected to represent Australia in the 24-hour World Championships. The 24-hour World Champs has a rich history in Australia. 57 runners selected since 1990. We know the above athletes will represent with pride, and inspire the next generation. Follow our socials over the next three months and follow the journey of the team.
By Gary Mullins July 22, 2025
The AUTRA Committee and members would like to congratulate all athletes selected for the 2025 World Trail & Mountain Running Championships. THE LINE‑UP Female Team: Lara Hamilton Jessica Ronan Emily Bartlett Emily Rogers Ruby Smith Patricia McKibbin Jess Jason Sarah-Jayne Miller Miah Noble Nicole Paton Kellie Angel Cecilia Mattas Hannah McRae Male Team: Fraser Darcy Iain Best Nathan Pearce Michael Kernahan Toby Lang Alec Franzke Tadhg Nolan Robert Shannon Billy Curtis Blake Turner Brodie Nankervis Vlad Ixel Ben Burgess Matthew Crehan Andrew Gaskell Thomas Dade. Congratulations to the coaches and team managers as well. The link to the full team and distances, can be found HERE . Thank you to Australian Athletics in believing and backing our Aussie trail talent. Their support gets the green and gold to the start line in Canfranc-Pirineos. 🙌🇦🇺 Follow our socials over the next 2 months to get to know the athletes. Let’s show the world what Aussie grit looks like. ✊🏽?
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