Weekly News Report 20-03-2024

Weekly News Report 20-03-2024

Kate Dzienis • March 20, 2024
  • Herdy's Frontyard Ultra, WA
  • I'm Still Standing Sydney LOS, NSW
  • Upcoming Events


WEEKLY NEWS REPORT FOR 20-03-2024

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.

HERDY'S FRONTYARD ULTRA (WA)

Now claimed as the world’s biggest backyard ultra due to entrant numbers, Herdy’s Frontyard Ultra was held last weekend from Friday, 15 March through to Sunday, 17 March at Herdsman Lake just north of the Perth CBD.

The winner of this year’s Herdy’s was named Michael Bellmon, who finished a total of 53 loops (355.418km) whilst the Assist was Johan Botha with 52 loops (348.712km).

Bellmon was the 2023 Assist to Phil Gore’s win last year.

There were 358 runners in total.

Congratulations to all our AURA member who ran at Herdy’s over the weekend, including Kevin Matthews with 24 laps (161.04km), Tim Pullin with 24 laps (161.04km), Andrew Smith with 24 laps (161.04km), Phoebe Hurliman with 16 laps (107.36km), Brad Halls with 12 laps (80.52km), Andy Thompson with 7 laps (46.97km), Graham Tottey with 5 laps (33.55km), Jason Simpson with 5 laps (33.55km), Andy Shaw with 4 laps (26.84km), Fay Wells with 4 laps (26.84km), Sue Robertson with 3 laps (20.13km) and Jason Kell with 3 laps (20.13km).

Images by Outback Paparazzi Photography, Tom Fee and Luka Simpson.

I'm still standing sydney (nsw)

The inaugural I’m Still Standing Sydney LOS was held from 16-17 March last weekend, and what a kick off it was! A successful first event, with 100 starters right off the bat!

Well done to Jon Berry who won the LOS with 36 loops (241.416km) and Baden Reynolds who took the Assist following 35 loops (234.710km).

Congratulations to all our AURA members who raced in the I’m Still Standing Sydney LOS, including Mitchell McInnes with 32 loops (214.592km), James Hewat with 27 loops (181.062km), Clayton Talbot with 25 loops (167.650km), Danielle Klingberg with 18 loops (120.708km), Heather Hawkins with 16 loops (107.296km), Vice Hazdovac with 15 loops (100.590km), Chris Truscott with 15 loops (100.590km), Zed Zlotnick with 15 loops (100.590km), Nadya Caminer with 12 loops (80.472km), Annabel Hepworth with 10 loops (67.060km), Glen Lockwood with 8 loops (53.648km) and Martin Ilott with 4 loops (26.824km).

Image by Tauri Minogue Photography.

UPCOMING EVENTS

By Kate Dzienis July 25, 2025
Read all the latest results for Ultra Adelaide, Wild Dog Backyard, 3M3D, Elephant Trail Race, Boyne Valley 50, and Backyard Ultra Trial Series - Bendigo.
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
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IN OTHER NEWS

By Kate Dzienis July 25, 2025
Read all the latest results for Ultra Adelaide, Wild Dog Backyard, 3M3D, Elephant Trail Race, Boyne Valley 50, and Backyard Ultra Trial Series - Bendigo.
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.
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