Weekly News Report 15-02-2024

Kate Dzienis • February 15, 2024

Cradle Mountain Run, Tas
City Run, SA
Delirious West, WA
Richea Ridge and kunanyi Sunrise, Tas
Upcoming Events

WEEKLY NEWS REPORT FOR 15-02-2024

As always, we're continuously on the hunt for your stories and reports, so get those race reports and photographs in to ultramag@aura.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 2024 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@aura.asn.au

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

CRADLE MOUNTAIN RUN (TAS)

The Cradle Mountain Run in Tasmania was held on 3 February and offered an 80km event, and as every year, it was highly anticipated as it’s one of the most beautiful locations to run through.

There were 48 finishers in the event.

In the Men’s 80km, 1^st Male was won by AURA’s Matthew Crehan from Maldon, Vic who crossed the finish line in 8:44 – 2 minutes ahead of 2^nd Male Gareth Hinds (8:46) and 8 minutes ahead of 3^rd Male finisher Justin Dyer (8:52). Congratulations to Matthew on this amazing time!

In the Women’s 80km, the top spot was claimed by Nicole Paton (10:05) but 2^nd Female was won by AURA’s Gill Fowler from Rozelle, NSW who finished in a fantastic time of 11:00 – well done Gill! Rhianna Hammerle took 3^rd Female (11:26).

Congratulations to all AURA members who raced in the 80km at the Cradle Mountain Run, including John Cannell (10:18), Ewan Horsburgh (10:56) and Ingo Ernst (11:13).

For the full list of results, click through here.

CITY RUN (SA)

GoodRunnings’ City Run was held in North Adelaide at Karrawirra Park earlier this month on 4 Feb, offering ultra runners distances of 50km and 60km.

In the Men’s 60km there were 3 entrants, and in order of winners: Jack Green (6:50:16). Philipp Rohlfshagen (6:57:10) and Ryley Hansen (7:00:32).

There were 2 participants in the Women’s 60km, top spots going to Tracey Sherlock (7:59:42) and Karina Zelesco (10:27:14).

There were 2 runners in both the Men’s and Women’s 50km.

First Male in the Men’s 50km was Louis Bachler (4:53:50) followed by Januel Godinez (5:02:23). In the Women’s 50km, 1^st and 2^nd Female were awarded to Christine Ta (6:05:11) and Renee Butler (7:19:09).

DELIRIOUS WEST (WA)

The Southern Hemisphere’s original point-to-point 200 miler, the Delirious W.E.S.T was held from 7-11 February, kicking off along the Bibbulmun Track in Northcliffe and finishing up in Albany right on the south coast of WA.

On offer was a 200 miler and a 100 miler, and what an adventure it was.

In the Men’s 200mi, finishers were named Aaron Young (60:48:10), Thibault Delacroix (66:52:27) and Oscar Perry (71:05:53). In the Women’s 200mi, top placings went to Kate Jenour (76:38:35), Veronika Kretzer (94:47:57) and Raquel Rae 97:42:36).

Congratulations to all our members who raced in the Delirious WEST 200 miler, including Kevin Matthews (76:20:55), Phillip Fowler (80:51:30), Adam Darwin (84:29:34), Glen Smetherham (86:48:38), Tristan Cameron (86:48:38), Harmony Waite (101:42:00), Andy Thompson (102:48:58), Del Thompson (102:48:58), Jonathan Ennis-King (103:21:02), Gabe Alves, Juliette Buchanan and Cian Gray.

In the Men’s 100mi, AURA’s very own Warren Rolfe from Narrabeen, NSW took 1^st Male after securing an amazing time of 24:13:14. Second Male was won by Dean Parkinson (29:11:50) whilst 3^rd Male was taken by AURA member Chetan Sadhana from North Perth, WA who crossed the timing mat in 30:07:43.

In the Women’s 100mi, AURA’s Jen Millum from Mt Richon, WA took the lead and won 1^st Female following a time of 30:06:41. Second Female was won by Lucy Butler (37:55:00) whilst 3^rd Female was claimed by 3 women – all with a time of 47:54:04 – and 2 of which are AURA members: Bianca Harding from Padbury, WA and Sue Robertson from Noranda, WA (mother-daughter duo). Chailee Richards was the 3^rd.

Well done goes out to all our members who raced in the 100 miler, including Alexis Oosterhoff (37:36:26), David White (37:55:00), Frank Chaveau (51:56:21) and Julia Mackay-Koelen.

Images by Astrid Volzke.

RICHEA RIDGE AND KUNANYI SUNRISE (TAS)

The Richea Ridge and kunanyi Sunrise events were held on 10 February on kunanyi/Mt Wellington in Tas, providing an option of a short distance (9km) and a long distance (14km).

In the Men’s 14km, top spots were awarded to Ryder Jamson (1:29:37), Oskar Bucirde (1:30:51) and David Bailey (1:32:06, whilst in the Women’s 14km, winners were Mikayla Ireland (1:57:43), Rachel Allen (2:09:33) and Anthea Messmer (2:17:11).

In the Men’s 9km, podium finishes went to Christopher Hildrew (1:19:08), Alexander Bowyer (1:23:33) and Steve Hall (1:25:08), whilst in the Women’s 9km winners were named Jess McDonald (1:35:35), Natalie Jepson (1:41:38) and Emma Vargas (1:4:47).

For the full list of results, click through here.

UPCOMING EVENTS

24 February: Sandman 50 Dunsborough WA
24 February: Sri Chinmoy Road 100 // 2024 Australian 100km Championships Canberra ACT
2 March: Belair Marathon Belair National Park, SA
15 March: Herdy's Frontyard Ultra Herdsman Lake, WA
16 March: I'm Still Standing Sydney LOS Heffron Park, NSW
22 March: kunanyi Mountain Run kunanyi/Mt Wellington, Tas
23 March: Noosa Ultra-Trail (2024 Australian Short Course Trail Championships) Noosa, Qld
24 March: Washpool World Heritage Trails Mulligans Hut, NSW
5 April: Cairns 50 Glenoma Park, Qld
6 April: 24H Asia & Oceania Championships / Australian 24H Track Invitational (2024 Australian 24H Championships) AIS Canberra, ACT
6 April: Lithgow Ridgy-Didge Trail Run Festival Lithgow Pony Club, NSW
27 April: Lighthorse Ultra Perry's Paddock, WA
4 May: Dead Cow Gully Dead Cow Gully, Qld
5 May: Organ Pipes Classic kunanyi/Mt Wellington, Tas
8 May: Irrational SOUTH Heysen Trail, SA
16 May: Ultra-Trail Australia by UTMB NSW
17 May: No Time to Die LOS Victoria Park, SA

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AUTRA News Report 11-09-2025

By Kate Dzienis • September 11, 2025

Run The River Half, Qld Murphys Creek Challenge, Qld Lighthorse Ultra, WA Kunanyi Trail Series, Rialannah, Tas Upcoming Events WEEKLY NEWS REPORT FOR 12-09-2025 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 AUTRA-listed event specifically! You just have to be an AUTRA member for the 2025 year. Also too, if you’ve run in a non-AUTRA 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.

Team Manager 2025 IAU Asian and Oceania 100K Championships

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