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 September 8, 2025
Location : Bangkok, Thailand Dates : November 21 - 24 2025 Role Type : Volunteer Position Time Commitment : Pre event planning + Travel Application Deadline : 17th September 2025 Thank you for your interest in supporting the Australian team for the 2025 IAU Asian 100k Championships. This role goes far beyond logistics. It’s about leadership, inclusion, and creating a positive, empowering environment for athletes competing on the world stage. AUTRA is committed to opening doors for those outside traditional pathways. We strongly encourage applications from coaches, former athletes, club leaders, volunteers, and passionate community members. You don’t need to have served on a board or managed a team before as we’re looking for people who genuinely care, are highly organised, and can proudly represent our athletes and country. Role Overview As Team Manager, you’ll work closely with AUTRA President Gary Mullins and Vice President Geoff Russell to prepare and support the national team before and during the championship. Pre-Departure Australia Act as the main contact for selected athletes and crew Assist with final entry forms and travel planning Prepare a Championships Agenda in alliance with the Team Managers Agreement Document Coordinate flights, uniforms, and team communications Help identify and organise crew support Attend online team planning meetings On the Ground in Thailand Be present and ready as athletes arrive Ensure all athlete needs are met so they can focus fully on their race Attend all technical meetings and represent the team professionally Coordinate team attendance at the opening and closing ceremonies Ensure the team and crew are prepared, organised, and calm Address any issues that arise with efficiency and discretion Provide hands on leadership and moral support throughout the race Support Provided Accommodation in Bangkok for 3 - 4 nights will be provided by AUTRA An official team uniform will be supplied A volunteer allowance of $1500 will be provided to acknowledge your time and service during the championship period. What You’ll Need Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong organisational ability under pressure A calm, inclusive, and athlete first mindset Commitment to AUTRA’s Code of Conduct Member of AUTRA Applying To apply for the role of Team Manager please CLICK HERE and fill out the Application Form. Applications Close at 5pm 17th September 2025. Selection Process Following the application deadline, the AUTRA Committee will review all submissions and select the most suitable candidate. All applicants will be contacted by Gary Mullins within 7 days of applications closing. Gary Mullins AUTRA President
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By Gary Mullins September 8, 2025
Location : Bangkok, Thailand Dates : November 21 - 24 2025 Role Type : Volunteer Position Time Commitment : Pre event planning + Travel Application Deadline : 17th September 2025 Thank you for your interest in supporting the Australian team for the 2025 IAU Asian 100k Championships. This role goes far beyond logistics. It’s about leadership, inclusion, and creating a positive, empowering environment for athletes competing on the world stage. AUTRA is committed to opening doors for those outside traditional pathways. We strongly encourage applications from coaches, former athletes, club leaders, volunteers, and passionate community members. You don’t need to have served on a board or managed a team before as we’re looking for people who genuinely care, are highly organised, and can proudly represent our athletes and country. Role Overview As Team Manager, you’ll work closely with AUTRA President Gary Mullins and Vice President Geoff Russell to prepare and support the national team before and during the championship. Pre-Departure Australia Act as the main contact for selected athletes and crew Assist with final entry forms and travel planning Prepare a Championships Agenda in alliance with the Team Managers Agreement Document Coordinate flights, uniforms, and team communications Help identify and organise crew support Attend online team planning meetings On the Ground in Thailand Be present and ready as athletes arrive Ensure all athlete needs are met so they can focus fully on their race Attend all technical meetings and represent the team professionally Coordinate team attendance at the opening and closing ceremonies Ensure the team and crew are prepared, organised, and calm Address any issues that arise with efficiency and discretion Provide hands on leadership and moral support throughout the race Support Provided Accommodation in Bangkok for 3 - 4 nights will be provided by AUTRA An official team uniform will be supplied A volunteer allowance of $1500 will be provided to acknowledge your time and service during the championship period. What You’ll Need Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong organisational ability under pressure A calm, inclusive, and athlete first mindset Commitment to AUTRA’s Code of Conduct Member of AUTRA Applying To apply for the role of Team Manager please CLICK HERE and fill out the Application Form. Applications Close at 5pm 17th September 2025. Selection Process Following the application deadline, the AUTRA Committee will review all submissions and select the most suitable candidate. All applicants will be contacted by Gary Mullins within 7 days of applications closing. Gary Mullins AUTRA President
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