Latest News From HGKC

22nd February, 2024

Vintage Kart Grand Prix

Coming your way as part of the March Clubrun.

5 eras. Top 10 shootouts. It’s gonna be one NOT to miss.

Check out details HERE

5th November, 2023

HGKC 2023 AGM NOTICE

The 2023 AGM will be held prior to the November clubrun. Official notice of the meeting, including agenda and discussion items, can be found HERE

11th October, 2023

HGKC 2023 AGM Prep

Hurricane Go Kart Club’s Annual General Meeting will be held on 18th  November 2023.

18th August, 2023

KING OF THE HILL EVENT PROGRAM RELEASED

KOTH is upon us again. Follow THIS LINK to the event program. Race hard, be cool, have fun!

29th May, 2023

ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE

Hurricane Go Kart Club are currently seeking sponsors for our annual premier event “King of the Hill”.

It is a great opportunity to advertise your company at a great price, whilst supporting a small sporting club who aim to put on a show stopping event.

We have different advertising opportunities for businesses small and large, family and corporate, we are here to work with you to help support the local community.

This sees this event enter its thirteenth year. This year we are excited to be a part of the Western Australian Karting Series holding round five of the seven round series. 

King of the Hill is one of Western Australia’s (WA) premier motorsport event for many motorsport drivers in WA, with it averaging between 200 – 260 participants per year from around the state. It is an event that we as a community look forward to each and every year, the event where the retired come out for a spin and the newbies can’t wait to participate in!! It is FREE spectator entry for all who wish to attend, with previous years having over 500 individuals in attendance over the day and a half of practice and racing. We have an awesome team with canteen and bar facilities available on site making it a great day out for the family. 

If sponsorship is something yourself or someone you may know is interested in, please contact the Hurricane Go Kart Club via email at hurricaneadvertising1@gmail.com and our awesome sponsorship team will be in contact with you. 

9th May, 2023

2023 Karting Manual & WA State Regulations Have Been Revised

The revised Karting Manual can be viewed or downloaded from HERE.

The revised State Regulations are available to view or download from the Supp Regs page

19th February, 2023

2023 WA State Regulations Have Been Revised

They are available to view or download from the Supp Regs page

29th December

2023 WA State Regulations Have Been Released

They are available to view or download from the Supp Regs page

23rd December

2023 Karting Manual Available For Download

View or download the 2023 Karting manual from this link. The main significant changes are as follows:

LICENCES

• A new licence application process has been rewritten to take account of the new licensing system.
• Only Junior and Senior C Grade Licence holders will be eligible to apply for B Grade Endorsements.
• Current Cadet B Grade Licence Holders will retain their status, however, all other Cadet Licence Holders will hold a maximum of a C Grade Licence.
• B Grade Junior Licence Holders will be eligible to compete in KA2 at ALL Levels (including AKC) providing they are in their 13th year or older.

TECHNICAL

• Unless otherwise specified by KA or as may be specified in the homologation document of an engine, the only oils permitted are those approved by KA or specified in the current CIK-FIA list of homologated lubricants.
  • From January 1, 2024, unless otherwise specified by KA, or as may be specified in the homologation document of an engine, the only oils permitted are those specified in the current CIK-FIA list of homologated lubricants.
• From 1 January 2023, Drivers competing in KA2 and KZ2 Classes at National Level Meetings must wear a CIK-FIA homologated driving suit during Competition.
  • From 1 January 2024, Drivers competing in all National Level Meetings must wear a CIK-FIA homologated driving suit during Competition.

CLASS RULES

• Cadet 12 Minimum weight increased by 2kg to 110kg
• KA3 Junior to use an IAME Type 3 22mm Exhaust Restrictor
• KA3 Junior includes a Light, Heavy and Championship Minimum Weight
• KA3 Senior Minimum weights increased by 1kg
• All levels of KA2 Competition require the Driver to have a minimum of a B Grade Licence
• TaG 125 Minimum weights adjusted
• Maxxis Super Sport Dry Weather tyre will become available to use in 4SS and 4SS Super Competition and Social karting. Both the Vega VAH and the Maxxis Super Sport will be permitted for use in Competition once the Maxxis Super Sport become available for purchase in Australia. ETA of the Maxxis Super Sport in Australia is February/March 2023

SOCIAL KARTING ACTIVITIES

• Updated requirements with the introduction of a Karting Activity Controller (KAC) as a Level 5 Official.
• The procedure for Social Karting Activity regulations has been updated to incorporate the introduction of the KOMP.

If those are what KA describes as “significant” changes, the other changes must be insignificant! Decide for yourself. A full summary of the Major Rule Changes can be found by clicking here.

7th December

AGM Minutes and Reports

The club’s AGM was held on 19th November. You can read the minutes, committee report, profit and loss report and balance sheet via the links below.

Financially, what could have been a good year turned out to be not so. Thanks to ongoing efforts by the committee in previous years, the club is still in a good financial position. To ensure this continues, a business plan is being formulated.

The business plan, due out in the first quarter of next year, will provide a clearer picture of the next 2-3 years. For now, enjoy the upcoming holiday season, relax (if you can) and recharge for next year when Hurricane will again be Your Place To Race.

AGM Minutes
Committee Report
Oct 2021 – Sep 2022 Profit and Loss Report
Sep 2022 Balance Sheet Report

12th November

HGKC 2022 AGM NOTICE

The 2022 AGM will be held prior to the November clubrun. Official notice of the meeting, including agenda and discussion items, can be found HERE

19th October

HGKC 2022 AGM Prep

Hurricane Go Kart Club’s Annual General Meeting will be held on 19th  November 2022.

1st June

Supp Regs For Western Enduro Released

Hurricane Go Kart Club has released the supp regs for its first Open meeting of the year.

True to form, Hurricane is keeping things spiced up. Last year, Hurricane hosted the Western Shootout. This year, they are changing things up to an Enduro meeting.

Follow the link to the supp regs page and get your entries in nice and early.

14th May

Team Yacopetti Step Up To Produce Monthly Newsletters For Hurricane

A big thank you to new committee member Darin Yacopetti who has volunteered to now do the monthly newsletter with the help of his wife so Gemma can focus on Club Secretary Duties. The first of these is the May newsletter, now up on the website. (View here)

We look forward to the many newsletters to come this year. If you have any questions or queries please don’t hesitate to email the club at hurricanegokartclub@gmail.com

24th January

2022 KA Manual Available

The 2022 Karting Manual is now available and can be viewed or downloaded from here.

Major changes to the 2021 manual can be seen in this summary

4th January

Participation Licences

Happy New Year, everyone. Welcome back to Your Place To Race in 2022!

5th November

HGKC 2021 AGM Notice

The 2021 AGM will be held prior to the November clubrun. Official notice of the meeting, including agenda and discussion items, can be found HERE

16th October

2021 Club Windup and AGM

The 2021 club windup will be held after the Marlene Dean Kart Muster on 20th November.

With such a big year at Hurricane this year we decided adding one more event into the calendar might be a bit tight so we will hold the windup and club championship presentations after the Marlene Dean Kart Muster.

We will be back to an early start that day with Gates open at 9am and racing from 12.15pm. Supp regs can be found here

The Annual General Meeting will also be held at the Marlene Dean Kart Muster, prior to racing. The preliminary notice has already been sent out. You can also read it on this page. Just scroll down to 29th September.

9th October

Anniversary Gala Dinner!

As you are surely all aware, 2021 is the 6oth Anniversary of the Hurricane Go Kart Club.

This year, we have already seen a new format Open meeting and have hosted the WA State Karting Championships.

To celebrate 60 years of Hurricane, we are holding an Anniversary Gala Dinner, details of which are below.

 

Click on the image above to go directly to the tickets booking page.

As you can see, it is being held at the Hyatt and for those who wish to spend the night there, Hyatt Regency Perth is pleased to offer exclusive event accommodation at a special event rate for your convenience.

To book accommodation, please click on the image to left to visit their website and select your stay dates, or you can call their reservations team on 13 1234.

The Special Offer code is EVNT.

Rates are subject to change based on availability at time of booking.

 

29th September

Preliminary Notification of HGKC 2021 Annual General Meeting

Hurricane Go Kart Club’s Annual General Meeting will be held on

Hurricane Go Kart Club Committee Position Nominations

• Nominations are to be in writing and to be received by the Secretary within 7 days of the AGM (13th November 2021).
• Online nomination forms are available on the club website at Committee Nomination Forms

 AGENDA ITEMS

• All agenda items are to be in writing and returned to the Secretary no later than 14 days prior to the AGM (6th November 2021).
• The online suggestion form can be used for agenda items. Simply type “Agenda items(s) 2021 AGM” in the subject field and enter your agenda item(s) in the field below.
• Online forms are available on the club website at Agenda Items

 Proxy Votes

• If you wish to have a proxy, please fill out the appropriate form and return to the Secretary within 7 days of the AGM (13th November 2021).
• Online nomination forms are available on the club website at Proxy Forms

 Postal Votes

• If you wish to have a postal vote, please download, complete and return the appropriate form to the Secretary. These forms must be received within 7 days of the AGM (13th November 2021).
• Postal vote forms are available on the club website at Postal Vote Forms

 Formal Notice of AGM

• Formal notice of the 2021 AGM will be issued at least 14 days prior to the Annual General Meeting.

7th August

WA State Championship Is Coming, Too!

The Supp Regs for the 2021 State Titles are now available on the club website HERE

5th August

King Of The Hill Is Getting Close!

It’s approaching that time of the year again that every karter in WA looks forward to.The 2021 King of the Hill is due to be run later this month and pre-entries are now open.

New sponsor For HGKC 60th Anniversary Special

As this is the Hurricane Go Kart Club’s (HGKC) 60th Anniversary, you can expect something special. Although – let’s face it – every year it’s a pretty special meeting. This year we are proud to welcome on board a new major sponsor in Able Finance.

Able Finance have chosen to support the club and you are the club. It would be great if you could show support for our major sponsor (all our sponsors, in fact) by contacting them for a quote or advice if you are ever looking for finance across a wide range of services. Just jump on to their website at https://www.ablefinance.com.au for more information and contact details. (They may even be able able to help you to get a new race rig in time for King of the Hill)

4th August

Updated State Regulations

The WA State Regulations have been updated. The changes are made due to tyre supply issues being experienced by Karting Australia. You can view the updated State Regs HERE

18th Mar

QR Codes In Use To Access Karting Forms

The range of forms required to be completed for karting are now available via QR codes posted at the track. Hopefully this will make it easier for everyone involved.

Because of the introduction of this process, there have ben some changes to the Practise Rules, which you can READ HERE

Just so’s you know, here’s what the QR code poster looks like…

19th Feb

Goldstar Round Has Moved

For those who didn’t notice, round 1 of the Goldstar Series at Tiger Kart Club didn’t run as scheduled.

The Tiger round has now moved to May, with Bunbury now hosting round 1.

The new dates are reflected in an updated calendar, which you can VIEW HERE

 

17th February

Racing Is On Again At Hurricane Go Kart Club

So how good is this?! Racing is back at Wundowie in 2021, kicking off with the February clubrun on Saturday, 20th February.

It’s going to be a big year.

With two Opens and the States scheduled on top of a full season of clubruns, your hard-working committee members and canteen workers are going to be stretched. Please be patient and – wherever possible, volunteer to help. Don’t forget: They’re all volunteers, too. It’s nice to help spread the load a little bit.

Anyway, it all kicks off on Saturday, so…take a deep breath and jump on in to 2021!

PS Wanna see the supp regs for Saturday? CLICK HERE

3rd January

Changes To Procedures, Licences and Karting Manual

3rd December

2021 WA State Regulations Released

KA have approved the WA State Regs voted upon by the clubs at the State Karting Council meeting. They are available for viewing on the Supps Regs page.

30th October

HGKC 2020 AGM

To be held at

99 BURMA ROAD, WUNDOWIE Saturday 14th November 2020 at 11.00am in the club room

Order of Proceedings

• Attendance
• Apologies
• Business Arising from 2019 AGM Minutes
• Presidents Report – Verbal
• Treasurers Report – Verbal
• 2020 Committee Stand Down
• 2021 Committee Elected
• Agenda Items Discussed
• General Discussion
• Close of Meeting

Agenda Items

None

General Discussion:

Committee would like to discuss options regarding the out-grid shelter.

If you would like to review the minutes from the 2019 AGM, you can view them via this link: HGKC 2019AGM Minutes

25th October

Marlene Dean Kart Muster T-Shirts Available

Marlene Dean Kart Muster T-shirts are now available for just a short time.

Support the club and support the memory of not only a life member of our club, but a legend and pioneer in women’s karting in Australia.

Click on the sizing chart to download an order form

 

 

 

 

 

 

20th October

Weight Adjustments in TaG Classes As Data Analysis Supports What People Have Been Saying For The Last Year

Karting Australia have acted with parity adjustments in TaG classes. They released the following statement on 19th October:

 

TAG 125 AND TAG 125 RESTRICTED
PARITY WEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

During the past 12 months, there has been significant discussion from the karting industry and some competitors regarding the parity between engines in the TaG 125 and TaG 125 Restricted Classes.

The data obtained from the recently introduced electronic Scrutineering Records, when matched with the official results from official timing system have provided Karting Australia with the ability to better assess the parity within these Classes.

Based on our analysis of this data, we believe that parity adjustments are warranted for both TaG 125 and TaG 125 Restricted Classes.

Parity Adjustments – Effective October 23, 2020

TaG 125 Restricted

• 3kg reduction to the combined Driver and Kart weight for all engines OTHER than the Rotax 125 engine.

TaG 125

• 1kg reduction to the combined Driver and Kart weight for X30 engine powered Karts
• 3kg increase to the combined Driver and Kart weight for Rotax 125 engine powered Karts

For States that have Combined Classes such as Victorian Combined and SA Combined in their State Regulations, the adjustments for the minimum weights in these classes will be decided by the State Associations through the normal process and included in their State Regulations.

REVISED MINIMUM WEIGHTS WITH KART AND DRIVER

TaG 125 Restricted

1)    TaG 125 Restricted Light:
a.    Rotax 167kg
b.     All other engines: 159kg

2)    TaG 125 Restricted Medium:
a.    Rotax 187kg
b.    All other engines:  179kg

3)    TaG 125 Restricted Heavy*: (Unless otherwise specified in State Regulations)
a.    Rotax 207kg
b.    All other engines: 199kg

4)    TaG 125 Restricted Masters:
a.    Rotax 187kg
b.    All other engines:  179kg

TaG 125

1)    Championship
a.    PRD Fireball 125: 165kg
b.    Parilla Leopard 125: 165kg
c.    IAME X30 125: 169kg
d.    SQ Cheetah 125: 165kg
e.    Rotax Max 125: 175kg
f.     PRD Galaxy: 170kg

2)    Light
a.    PRD Fireball 125: 155kg
b.    Parilla Leopard 125: 155kg
c.    IAME X30 125: 159kg
d.    SQ Cheetah 125: 155kg
e.    Rotax Max 125: 165kg
f.     PRD Galaxy: 160kg

3)    Heavy
a.    PRD Fireball 125: 175kg
b.    Parilla Leopard 125: 175kg
c.    IAME X30 125: 179kg
d.    SQ Cheetah 125: 175kg
e.    Rotax Max 125: 185kg
f.     PRD Galaxy: 180kg

4)    Masters
a.    PRD Fireball 125: 175kg
b.    Parilla Leopard 125: 175kg
c.    IAME X30 125: 179kg
d.    SQ Cheetah 125: 175kg
e.    Rotax Max 125: 185kg
f.     PRD Galaxy: 180kg

9th October

Preliminary Notification of HGKC 2020 Annual General Meeting

Hurricane Go Kart Club’s Annual General Meeting will be held on 14^th November 2020.

Hurricane Go Kart Club Committee Position Nominations

• Nominations are to be in writing and to be received by the Secretary within 7 days of the AGM (7^th November 2020).
• Online nomination forms are available on the club website at Committee Nomination Forms

 AGENDA ITEMS

• All agenda items are to be in writing and returned to the Secretary no later than 14 days prior to the AGM (31^st October 2020).
• The online suggestion form can be used for agenda items. Simply type “Agenda items(s) 2020 AGM” in the subject field and enter your agenda item(s) in the field below.
• Online forms are available on the club website at Agenda Items

 Proxy Votes

• If you wish to have a proxy, please fill out the appropriate form and return to the Secretary within 7 days of the AGM (7^th November 2019).
• Online nomination forms are available on the club website at Proxy Forms

 Postal Votes

• If you wish to have a postal vote, please download, complete and return the appropriate form to the Secretary. These forms must be received within 7 days of the AGM (7^th November 2019).
• Postal vote forms are available on the club website at Postal Vote Forms

 Formal Notice of AGM

• Formal notice of the 2020 AGM will be issued at least 14 days prior to the Annual General Meeting.

Kind Regards,

 

 

 

Amy Sears
Secretary, Hurricane Go Kart Club

 

24th September

Decision Made On The Club Championship For 2020

11th August

2020 Karting Manual Update

This years Karting Manual has been updated. The updated manual, along with a list of the changes, are available below to view and/or download.

2020 KA Manual, Version 2

List of changes

10th August

Update On Current Procedures For Practise

In an effort to simplify procedures and to save Amy’s sanity, here are the latest requirements for practise. Please read this information carefully. All information you need to practise in can be found here. The links you will need can be found on the Supp Regs page of the website and also on the club’s facebook page. This information is valid through until September.

1. We need a minimum Grade 4 Official to volunteer to run the practise.
2. Volunteers need to let us know by 12pm Thursday
3. We will post on facebook the opening days
4. Bookings will open at 1pm Thursday
5. The booking and covid declaration links will be posted on facebook.
6. Bookings Close at 3pm Friday (If it’s not done you miss out).
7. KA COVID declaration form needs to be completed by 3pm Friday
8. Non-Members practice fee is $30.00 Please send a screenshot through to the club email. Bank Details  BSB: 066 112  Acc: 1045 8354

17th July

Heads-Up On Current Procedures

Clubrun Requirements

The current  KA requirements for Clubruns are to complete details on the “scrutineering form”, the “covid19 declaration form” and enter online via CMS.

Practise Requirements

The current KA requirements for Practise are to complete details on the “trybooking” link for the month you wish to practise. (The link is the same for all practises throughout the month, but must be completed for every session you want to practise during that month.)
You also need to complete the “covid19 declaration form.”

The links for all of these forms are found on the website Supp Regs page

Entries close before the event, so please check the closing date on the supp regs for each event carefully. Avoid missing out.
Entries on the day are currently no longer allowed.

Track Requirements

On top of all this, 2 volunteers are needed in order to have a practise session, plus you need to be a grade 4 official to open the track. To get grade 4 accreditation, you need to email officialsacademy@karting.net.au and request a login to do an online course at https://www.karting.net.au/administration/officials

28th June

Links For Practise Through The Month Of July

There are all the same procedures in place to practise throughout July as there were in June. Most of the links are the same, but the “trybooking” link (below) has changed.

Don’t forget that to have practice each weekend we need a minimum of 2 volunteers for each day. If you think you can help out, please let us know by 3pm Wednesday. If no one volunteers, practice will be cancelled. If you have your first aid certificate, please let us know as well.

As per the updated supp regs, a driver can be accompanied by only ONE other person. This could be a Parent, Participant Licence Holder or Mechanic whose sole task is to prepare, adjust, repair the kart as may be required.

The full Regulations around the event can be found by going to the Supplementary Regs page.  Please read all the information carefully.

 All Attendees wishing to practice will need to book their spot (and their plus one, if required) ahead of time by visiting https://www.trybooking.com/BKGNN and by completing the Karting Australia COVID-19 Declaration https://kartingaustralia.wufoo.com/forms/covid19-declaration-hurricane/

The KA Dec form is to be completed by the driver and your plus ONE! Also any essential volunteers running practice need to fill out this form. The email you receive when completing this form needs to be forwarded to covidhgkc@gmail.com by 12pm on Friday before practice Please note the new email address.

This form needs to be re done each time you attend weekend practice at the  track until further notice.

Drivers and your plus 1 will need to arrive and be signed on by 10am!

Hard copies of your KA Declaration Form and your booking form  will need to brought to the track with you as well to present to the person in charge of practice.

Non-members You are welcome to practice at Hurricane Go Kart Club, but you will need to pay your $30 practise fee online and send a screenshot of your payment through along with the KA declaration.

11th June

Information Regarding Practise for June, including for Non-Members

To have practice each weekend we need a minimum of 2 volunteers for each day. If you think you can help out, please let us know by 3pm Wednesday. If no one volunteers, practice will be cancelled. If you have your first aid certificate, please let us know as well.

As per the updated supp regs which are below, a driver can be accompanied by only ONE other person. This could be a Parent, Participant Licence Holder or Mechanic whose sole task is to prepare, adjust, repair the kart as may be required.

The full Regulations surround the event can be found by clicking HERE  Please read all the information carefully. Karting Australia have not made it easy for us.

 All Attendees wishing to practice will need to book their spot and their plus one ahead of time by visiting https://www.trybooking.com/BKBYE and by completing the Karting Australia COVID-19 Declaration https://kartingaustralia.wufoo.com/forms/covid19-declaration-hurricane/

The KA Dec form is to be completed by the driver and your plus ONE! Also any essential volunteers running practice need to fill out this form. The email you receive when completing this form needs to be forwarded to covidhgkc@gmail.com by 12pm on Friday before practice Please note the new email address.

This form needs to be re done each time you attend weekend practice at the  track until further notice.

Drivers and your plus 1 will need to arrive and be signed on by 10am!

Hard copies of your KA Declaration Form and your booking form  will need to brought to the track with you as well to present to the person in charge of practice.

Non-members You are welcome to practice at Hurricane Go Kart Club, but you will need to pay your $30 practise fee online and send a screenshot of your payment through along with the KA declaration.

8th June

Information Regarding Practise 13th & 14th June, including for Non-Members

To have practice next weekend we need a minimum of 2 volunteers for each day. If you think you can help out, please let us know by 3pm Wednesday 10th June. If no one volunteers, practice will be cancelled. If you have your first aid certificate, please let us know as well.

As per the updated sup regs which are below, a driver can be accompanied by only ONE other person. This could be a Parent, Participant Licence Holder or Mechanic whose sole task is to prepare, adjust, repair the kart as may be required.

The full Regulations surround the event can be found by clicking HERE  Please read all the information carefully. Karting Australia have not made it easy for us.

 All Attendees wishing to practice will need to book their spot and their plus one ahead of time by visiting  https://www.trybooking.com/BJXEA (bookings open Monday 8th June 9am) and by completing the Karting Australia COVID-19 Declaration https://www.karting.net.au/karting-australia-travel-register-and-isolation-form

The KA Dec form is to be completed by the driver and your plus ONE! Also any essential volunteers running practice need to fill out this form. The email you receive when completing this form needs to be forwarded to covidhgkc@gmail.com by 12pm on Friday before practice Please note the new email address.

This form needs to be re done each time you attend weekend practice at the  track until further notice.

Drivers and your plus 1 will need to arrive and be signed on by 10am!

Hard copies of your KA Declaration Form and your booking form  will need to brought to the track with you as well to present to the person in charge of practice.

Non-members You are welcome to practice at Hurricane Go Kart Club, but you will need to pay your $30 practise fee online and send a screenshot of your payment through along with the KA declaration.

3rd June

Amended Supp Regs & Covid-19 Permit

KWA have issued amended Supp Regs for practice, along with a general permit notice.

These two document can be found on the Supp Regs page. Click HERE to go straight there.

Starting on the 6^th June we are able to have karts back on track here at Hurricane Go Kart Club.

Phase 3 comes into effect also on Saturday the 6^th of June. As per the Government restrictions we can now have up to 100 people at the track.

As per the updated supp regs (HERE) we still can only have A Driver (Hurricane Member only) and they can be accompanied by ONE other person. This could be a Parent, Participant Licence Holder or Mechanic whose sole task it is to prepare, adjust, repair the kart as may be required.

All Attendees wishing to practice will need to book their spot and their plus one ahead of time by visiting https://www.trybooking.com/BJVQC  (bookings open Today  3rd June 1pm) and completing the Karting Australia COVID-19 Declaration https://www.karting.net.au/karting-australia-travel-register-and-isolation-form The KA Dec form is to be completed by the driver and your plus ONE! Also any essential volunteers running practice need to fill out this form. The email you receive when completing this form needs to be forwarded to hurricanegokartclub@gmail.com by 2pm on Friday before practice. This form needs to be re done each time you attend weekend practice at the track until further notice

Drivers and your plus 1 will need to arrive and be signed on by 10am!

Hard copies of your KA DEC Form and your booking form  will need to brought to the track with you as well to present to the person in charge of practice. 

For anyone who has already booked, I’m sorry, but could you please re-book? The previous sessions were cancelled.

We are looking forward to seeing you back at the track.

29th May

It’s A Re-start For Karting on the 6^th June.

From the 6th of June, we are able to have karts back on track here at Hurricane Go Kart Club.

But as the Government Restrictions state that we can only have 20 people gathering at a time, we must share the track time around and can only have a maximum of 10 drivers at the circuit. This will change when restrictions are eased further, but for now that’s the number we need to go by.

These Drivers can be accompanied by ONE other person. This could be a Parent, Participant Licence Holder or Mechanic whose sole task is to prepare, adjust, or repair the kart as may be required.

The full Supplementary Regulations for the event can be found on the following link. Please read all the information clearly.  Covid-19 Supp Regs

We need your help, though.

We need at least 2 people to volunteer for each practice session. There is a small amount of work involved, but it will help to get everyone out on the track. You will need to be there for around 4 hours, so if you can spare the time it will be greatly appreciated.

If we do not have all the volunteers we need by Wednesday 4th June 3 pm, for the Sunday 7th June sessions, we will, unfortunately,  have to close the track.

Email hurricanegokartclub@gmail.com to let us know when you can help out. As a volunteer you will also need to complete the COVID-19 Declaration by clicking on the link below.

All Attendees wishing to practice will need to book their spot ahead of time by visiting https://www.trybooking.com/BJTCP (bookings open 1st June 9am) and completing the Karting Australia COVID-19 Declaration https://www.karting.net.au/karting-australia-travel-register-and-isolation-form  The email you receive when completing this form needs to be forwarded to hurricanegokartclub@gmail.com

We know that doing the extra paperwork – like booking your place and filling out a form – is a chore, but we need to ensure that we’re doing everything possible to limit the spread of the COVID-19 virus, keep you safe and ensure that we keep heading in the right direction

We are looking forward to seeing you back at the track.

CLICK NOW TO VOLUNTEER

(Please)

26th May

Karting Looking To Re-start On 06 June!

Well the good news is – not surprisingly – that there is plenty of interest in getting back out onto the track. Yay! At this stage, then, the club is planning to have a practise session on that date, in line with guidelines laid out by Karting Australia.

Volunteers to help run the practise meeting are thin on the ground, however. Unless we can get enough volunteers, the planned meeting will be cancelled. So if you want to get the adrenalin running again and blow some cobwebs out, you need to lobby family and friends to come along and help out.

Everyone would like to hear the sound of racing karts screaming around the track at Wundowie again. Let’s all pull together to help make it happen.

Check out the Covid Supp Regs HERE

17th May

Looking to Re-start the Karts post Covid-19!

We are looking to get an idea of numbers if we were to hold a practice day on the 6th June for Hurricane members only. We need to adhere to the new guidelines in place so practice sessions would be 2 -3 hours long depending on the numbers interested and if we can get volunteers to help run the meeting. Can you respond to this with a “yes” if you would attend a session on the day by Tuesday 19th at 6pm. Click here to reply

11th March

2020 Season Getting Into Full Swing

March newsletter is now up on the club website. View it here

Pit Bays – Renewals are due now. If you wish to renew a pit bay, please contact the lovely Amy.

Just so you know – Licence renewals are available online. kartingwa.com.au for more info.

Reminder – ensure your licence and membership are up to date prior to racing. (They need to be)

22nd February

WA State Regulations Have Been Amended

The first amendment of the 2020 WA State Regulations has been released. You can view the amended regulations here

03rd February

2020 Karting Manual

The 2020 Karting Manual is now available for download from this website. Over the past couple of weeks, Karting Australia identified a couple of minor corrections that were required to the 2020 Australian Karting Manual. The online manual has been amended, but if you have a printed copy, you may also wish to download and print out the Summary of Changes. Just click on the links below.

2020 Karting Manual
Summary of Changes

23rd December

WA Karting 2020 Calendar

KartingWA have reduced the number of printed copies of the WA Karting Calendar booklet for 2020, which contains not just the racing calendar, but contact details for each Karting Club and various State regulations.

In place of the normal printed booklet, Karting WA have issued a pdf to each club for distribution. You can view the booklet via the Race Details page (under Race Meetings & Practise) or by clicking here.

19th December

Please read the following information from Karting Australia:

From the start of January 2020, all Cadet aged drivers applying for their FIRST COMPETITION LICENCE will be required to undertake at least eight (8) hours of supervised driving practice before undertaking their Observed Driving Session (ODS) at their chosen Karting Australia Club.

The new Safety Training Requirements mean that a Cadet aged driver must complete at least eight (8) hours of driver training/practice on a Karting Australia licenced track prior to undertaking their ODS. The new Rule requires that:

“At all times while the Driver is undertaking the required training/practice, they must be supervised by either:

• A Parent who is the holder of a Participants License; or
• A person who is 18 years of age or older who is the holder of a racing licence issued by or recognised by Karting Australia; or
• A driving instructor/coach who is recognised by Karting Australia.

The person supervising the New Cadet Driver’s Practice sessions must complete the details of the practice undertaken on the New Cadet Driver Practice Log form which must be provided to the Official who conducts the Driver’s ODS before they are permitted to undertake the ODS.”

At the time of applying for their first licence, new Cadet aged drivers will receive a Practice Log Form by email that must be completed in just the same way that learner drivers on the road are required to log their practice hours. It’s a one-time-only requirement. A copy of this form is attached for your records and distribution to your Clubs and Officials so that they are aware of what is required.

The completed form is to be forwarded to you as State Secretary/Administrator for your records. In due course, we will aim to have these forms able to be uploaded alongside the Driver’s licence record on the licensing system.

One of the questions we’ve had has been from the parents of young drivers who have been practicing throughout 2019 to prepare for 2020 is if their hours from 2019 can carry across into 2020. These drivers can complete the form using the time on track that they have already completed they can retrospectively be accounted for by their parent or other licence holder on the form.

The ODS requirements to be undertaken before a new driver is permitted to commence racing remain unchanged.

A list of Karting Australia Recognised Driving Instructors and Coaches will be available on the Karting Australia web site. There is no fee charged for driving coaches and instructors to become “Recognised” by Karting Australia but the credentials of coaches and instructors will be assessed by an independent expert panel. All Recognised Driving Coaches and Instructors are required to provide proof of a current Working With Children Check.

Any questions please let me know. Please ensure that your ODS collects the log and it is forwarded to myself at the state office.

Regards

Michelle Lino
State Secretary
Karting WA Incorporated

18th December

The 2020 WA State Racing Calendar has also just been released.

You can see it via the Race Details page (under Race Meetings & Practise) or by clicking here.

16th December

2020 WA State Regulations have been released

You can read them here

13th November

Voting at the AGM

With the Annual General Meeting fast approaching and items on the agenda requiring members’ votes, it is worth reminding people who gets to vote and how. It’s actually easier to say who does not get to vote.

Most members get a vote. Those that don’t are:

• Dual members. That is, members whose licence details are held at another club. So if you joined Hurricane first, then joined Tiger, for example, you’re good. If you joined Tiger first, then Hurricane, no vote.
• Vintage members and associate members, although they can pay an annual upgrade subscription to be able to vote.

Members under 18 don’t having voting privileges, but they can nominate a proxy to vote for them. The proxy must be a member. So if you are a Mum or Dad of a junior racer, unless you are a member, you cannot be the proxy. You can find someone else who is a member to be the proxy, or you can become a member.

The cheapest form of membership is associate membership. Currently, that’s $30/year. You can then vote as a proxy for your child.

Membership applications and proxy forms are found by clicking this link.

11th November

Long Track Racing at the Collie Grand Prix

Time to get your motor runnin’ and head on down the highway. If you’re looking for adventure and whatever comes your way, try long track kart racing at the Collie Motorplex on 30th November, brought to you by the Superkart Club of WA

Check out this link: Collie Grand Prix

6th November

Heads up on the Marlene Dean Kart Muster

I hope everyone’s getting revved up for the last clubrun of the year. Just wanted to point out some important differences to the normal schedule.

Gates are open at 9am.

Entries will be taken from 9am-11am NOTE: Entries CLOSE at 11am.

You are strongly encouraged to enter online.

Enter online here

Practise will run from 10am-12noon.

The AGM will start at 12:15.

After the AGM will be the annual pit straight photo headed up by the Pink Beast of Marlene Dean.

Then we race.

It would be great to see as many attend as possible. Marlene was well loved in the karting community throughout WA, so members from other clubs are more than welcome to come pay their respects, join in a fun day racing and have a great time.

We’d love to see everyone stick around after racing for the sausage sizzle and presentations, and swap stories in the clubrooms to close off our racing schedule for  2019.

3rd November

Notification of HGKC 2019 Annual General Meeting

End of agenda. See you all at the Marlene Dean Kart Muster.

1st October

Preliminary Notification of HGKC 2019 Annual General Meeting

Hurricane Go Kart Club’s Annual General Meeting will be held on 16^th November 2019.

Hurricane Go Kart Club Committee Position Nominations

• Nominations are to be in writing and to be received by the Secretary within 7 days of the AGM (9^th November 2019).
• Online nomination forms are available on the club website at https://hurricanegokartclub.com.au/forms/committee-nomination/

 AGENDA ITEMS

• All agenda items are to be in writing and returned to the Secretary no later than 14 days prior to the AGM (2^nd November 2019).
• The online suggestion form can be used for agenda items. Simply type “Agenda items(s)” in the subject field and enter your agenda item(s) in the field below.
• Online forms are available on the club website at https://hurricanegokartclub.com.au/suggestions/

 Proxy Votes

• If you wish to have a proxy, please fill out the appropriate form and return to the Secretary within 7 days of the AGM (9^th November 2019).
• Online nomination forms are available on the club website at https://hurricanegokartclub.com.au/forms/appointment-of-proxy/

 Postal Votes

• If you wish to have a postal vote, please download, complete and return the appropriate form to the Secretary. These forms must be received within 7 days of the AGM (9^th November 2019).
• Postal vote forms are available on the club website at https://hurricanegokartclub.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/POSTAL-VOTE.pdf

 Formal Notice of AGM

• Formal notice of the 2019 AGM will be sent out at least 30 days prior to the Annual General Meeting by email.

Kind Regards,

 

 

 

Amy Sears
Secretary, Hurricane Go Kart Club

1st October

Announcing Marlene Dean Kart Muster Polo Shirts

You can now order polo shirts, either unisex or ladies (fitted), to commemorate the Marlene Dean Kart Muster.

They are a fabulous way to show your respect for a wonderful competitor, ambassador for ladies karting and life member of the Hurricane Go Kart Club.

 

Download an order form HERE

14th August

Calling All Reporters

Hi Hurricaners,

I’m sure you’ve all noticed that Bree Rhodes, Brandon Locke, Emily Loughton, Jaden Raso and Toby Hobson have all contributed to the newsletter in the last couple of months, with even more reporting rolling in for the latest newsletter (out today), so thank you very much, guys and girls, for your contributions.

Who wants to have a bit of fun?

Your committee is now looking for someone to help connect members a bit more and have a bit of fun doing it.

We would like to have reports written about our race meetings: Certainly covering results, but maybe also something about each class and a little extra for a featured class each meeting. This is something that one person can do for the entire meeting, but maybe you would only like to write about one class. That would be okay.

The article would be posted on the club website each month, along with the name of the reporter.

Any budding reporters out there?

We are looking for people who are willing write for the website, either on a regular or a one-off basis. Exactly how it would work would depend on how many people want to get involved.

You can be male or female, adult or child, but you must write in English!

So how about it? Who wants to write race reviews? Contact Amy and we’ll be in touch.

27th July

The King Of The Hill is on again!

The 2019 King Of The Hill is WA’s premier Open race meeting.

It’s time to think about heading up the hill for some practise, because the competition is going to be fierce.

Entries are open now and the supplementary regulations are available here.

After running Juniors and Seniors on separate days for the past two years, they have been re-joined and the KOTH will again be run over one day of frantic action. Book your spot and stake your claim.

The King Of The Hill is on again!

18th July

Extended Opportunity!

The silent auction for corner naming rights has been extended to 5th August.

Your business name will be heard whenever there is track commentary and often during trophy presentations as well. Plus, if you choose to display your business signage too, your business will be prominently displayed at your corner.

This is a great opportunity to promote your business and help Hurricane Go Kart Club at the same time.

The silent auction has been extended, but will definitely be closing on 5th August.

See below for the map and full details of which corners you can have named after your business. Or yourself, for that matter.

CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR BID

SNOOZE = LOSE, baby!

08th June

Great Sponsorship Opportunity!

Hurricane Go Kart Club are providing your business with an opportunity to promote itself by sponsoring a corner.

GET YOUR NAME OUT THERE.
BEEN SEEN AND BE HEARD.

Bid for your right to name some of the prime real estate around the Hurricane Go Kart Club track at Wundowie!

A silent auction is underway NOW for naming rights of each of the the 5 corners listed below.

Your business name will be heard whenever there is track commentary and often during trophy presentations as well. Plus, if you choose to display your business signage too, your business will be prominently displayed at your corner.

This is a great opportunity to promote your business and help Hurricane Go Kart Club at the same time.

The silent auction is open NOW, and you will need to get your bids in by 15th July.

You need to tell us:

• The corner you would like to name,
• The name you would like, and
• Your bid amount

Don’t forget, this is a silent auction, so you have no idea if your bid is leading. (Hint: To be more likely to win, submit your highest bid!) You never know; you may score an absolute bargain.

Gotta be in it to win it!

Get your bid in before it’s too late.
You snooze, you lose.

 

 

 

CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR BID

Contact Amy with any questions on this. Call Amy on 0412 644 520, or email hurricanegokartclub@gmail.com

 

25th April

State Rules Have Been Updated. Again.

The following sections have been amended:

• Western Cup, General Rule 1a)
• Northern Zone, Classes & Dry tyres 2a)
• State Series and below – Additional Divisions, 6a)

Click here to see the amended State Rules

23rd April

Hot-Off-The-Press Info on May’s Memorial Clubrun

Here is the first info on May’s clubrun, which promises to be one helluva day.

See the poster below.

Mark it in your diaries now, and spread the word.

 

15th April

Sponsorship being sought

Looking for generous businesses or even awesome individuals who be interested in class sponsorship for the Western Cup, or a package deal to include a class in Western Cup and King of the Hill.

If you would like to support either event, could you let Amy know please? Class sponsorship includes the following:

• Your business logo in any race day programme
• Verbal mentions from the commentator on the day and at the drivers brief.
• Exposure on the club’s social media platforms, website and any other media productions.

There is also the option to present the trophies for your chosen sponsored class.

Call Amy on 0412 644 520 or email hurricanegokartclub@gmail.com

 

6th April

The Australian Kart Masters is NOT on this month!

Notification from Karting Australia NSW:

The organisers of the Australian Kart Masters at Grafton Sporting Car Club have taken the decision to postpone the event after extensive consultation with competitors. There has been strong support for the event amongst eligible competitors but the timing (Easter weekend) has prevented many from taking part due to family commitments.

As a result, the event will be rescheduled to a date later in 2019 that will be announced once a revised calendar is locked down.

Grafton Sporting Car Club listens to the competitors

Mick Thompson, Karting Secretary from the Grafton Sporting Car Club said “We’ve had great sponsor support and everywhere I go competitors have told me that they want to come and compete in the Australian Kart Masters at Grafton, but the date has been a hurdle for the vast majority of competitors. By re-scheduling the event to a different date, those competitors will be able to join us at the event”.

Dave Laughton, President of Karting Australia NSW said that making the change demonstrated the open and honest relationship that KANSW has with its member clubs and competitors “We’re a new Association with a new calendar and when the majority of competitors tell us that they love the event, love the format we’ve announced, are looking forward to going to Grafton and taking on a different track but simply can’t get there at Easter, then we take the sensible step of postponing the event to a time later in the year that works better for competitors”.

Grafton Sporting Car Club has received a Grant from the NSW State Government to re-surface the entire track surface and this work is scheduled to commence in May this year. Postponing the Australian Kart Masters means that the club will be able to concentrate all its resources and labour on making the preparations needed for the re-surfacing work, so that the best possible outcome is provided.

In regard to the resurfacing, Mick Thompson had this to say “The new Track surface will really improve our racetrack and give competitors a top quality surface to race on when they come here for the Australian Kart Masters and our other events – we’re really excited about the new surface”.

When the new date for the event is announced, competitors will be able to look forward to not only a new and enjoyable event but also a newly-resurfaced racetrack as well as further improvements to paddock and operational areas, delivered by the hardworking Grafton Sporting Car Club members and the Grant funding provided by NSW State Government.

2nd April

The Australian Kart Masters is on this month

If you’re of “Masters” age, are looking for a fun way to spend a couple of days over Easter and would like to win yourself a grey plate that you can race with over the next year, the Australian Kart Masters on Saturday April 20^th and Sunday April 21^st is the ideal event for you –regulations here: http://www.kansw.com.au/eventdocs/33697/2019-Aust-Kart-Masters-Supplementary-Regulations-FINAL-15.3.19.pdf

KA licence holders from anywhere nationally who have turned 40 before April 20^th, 2019 are invited to compete in the Australian Kart Masters at Grafton. That includes competitors from NSW with a current KA licence, regardless of the affiliation held by their home club.

There’ll be plenty of racing for you over the two days with each class enjoying a Practice session, four Heats, a Final and in some cases, a Super Final. There’ll be a Pole Shuffle to set the grid for the 3^rd Heat, plus random, reverse and accumulated points grids – full details are in the regulations but the format will make for a fun weekend!

Mountainview Circuit is owned and run by the Grafton Sporting Car Club and presents a fantastic Kart Circuit with climbs & descents plus huge views out over the surrounding area. The facility is used as both a Kart circuit and a Hill Climb for cars (using additional track sections) and provides a relaxed, enjoyable, “country” atmosphere and experience.

The paddock has plenty of space for you to pit, you can camp right there at the track or stay in town, there’s a band on at the track on Saturday night and the event will be a great social get-together for all competitors and their families over the weekend.

Grafton itself is a classic Australian country town sitting right on the Clarence river. There are a variety of activities always on around town, along with some great cafes, restaurants, clubs and pubs providing a wide range of experiences. More information can be found at these links:

Clarence Valley Tourist Info: https://www.myclarencevalley.com/

Grafton activities: https://www.visitnsw.com/destinations/north-coast/clarence-valley/grafton/activities

Trip Advisor page including Accomodation: https://www.tripadvisor.com.au/Home-g255322

Grafton Sporting Car Club has assembled a strong group of supporting sponsors, with every class being sponsored and a range of great prizes and awards on offer. Make sure you leave room in your trailer to carry it all home!

The Australian Kart Masters is a different way to enjoy Easter and with the event finishing on Sunday afternoon, you have plenty of time to get home or you might stay in the area for a few more days & experience all the delights of the Clarence Valley and the hidden gems on the coast nearby.

Don’t miss out – early reduced cost entries close on April 14^th

The preceding article was reproduced courtesy of Karting Australia NSW

8th March

Northam Flying 50 is on again

For those who haven’t heard of it, the Northam Flying 50 is a car race around the streets of the Northam CBD. It is organised by the Vintage Sports Car Club of WA (VSCCWA) and the event co-ordinator is one of our very own club’s life members, Randle Beavis.

It’s great fun, spectator entry is free, and you have a great opportunity to get up close to some classic racing machinery. In the past, Hurricane Go Kart Club has contributed to the Northam community by providing marshalls for the event. Specifically, they are looking for people to man the crossings, to stop people from entering a live race track. It’s a pretty easy task and you get really close to the action.

Not only would you be helping the Northam Shire (who provide funding to Hurricane year after year) and the Vintage Sports Car Club, but you would be helping Hurricane, too. Our club will get paid for providing volunteer crossing marshalls. And you get lunch provided.

Ideally, Hurricane would like to provide 12 crossing marshalls ( that’s 4 per crossing). So if you haven’t seen the event before, I invite you to do yourself a favour and get along. It’s run this year on Sunday, 7th April. Please note: This is the weekend of the Carnival of Karts. If you intend to enter the Carnival of Karts, please do not put your name down. If you’re not involved in the Carnival, however, treat yourself to something different this year.

There is full commentary via a p.a, a car display, street stalls, live band and more. Events include sports cars, racing cars and historic touring cars. So do Northam, the VSCCWA, Hurricane and yourself a favour and volunteer for a fun day of motor racing, country style.

To read more about the event, click here. Call Amy on 0412 644 520 for more details, or to volunteer.

If you’d like a sneak peek with a driver’s eye view, check this video out (the race starts at about 2:25 into the video)

27th February

Entries close for one Open meeting, open for another

Today is the last day for online entries for Round 1 of the Western Cup at Gerro, but it’s also release day for the Coastal Classic down at Bunbury. You can view the Supp Regs for the Coastal Classic on our Supp Regs page. Go on. Click the link.

4th February

Clubday Supp Regs

Supp Regs for the first clubrun of the year are now on the website. Find them here. It is worth noting that the gates are opening a little later this Saturday, at 12 noon. Put on your race face and get out there and have some serious fun!

3rd February 2019

Busy Bee

Hurricane had a busy bee at the track this Sunday with a pretty good turnout. A lot of good work got done. Included in that was the replacement of some safety barriers with the use of Supercar tyres kindly donated by Supercars Australia.

The barriers are a work in progress and more will replace the old green ones in the coming months. The old ones will not go to waste. They will be used to extend and replace existing barriers.

The pits and paddock had a general cleanup, with rubbish and a lot of leaves removed. Water was plumbed in to the ambulance building. The track was cleaned of dust and debris with  a blower. By the time clubday rolls around, you will also notice new track markings in line with the revised KA rules. Specifically, I’m talking about control lanes, or “tram tracks” that will be used to control starts.

All karts must be within the tram tracks for their side of the grid as they approach the start and remain within the tracks until the green light. If you’re not sure about the new rule, check out the 2019 Karting Manual. You’ll find it in Competition Rules, Chapter 1, Rule 22(d)(xii). Minimum penalty for wandering outside the tracks is 3 seconds, so it’s worth knowing what you’re supposed to be doing.

But back to the busy bee. After work finished, the barbeque was cranked up and everyone enjoyed rissoles, chops, snags and steak to go with well-earned refreshments. Thanks to all hardworking members who donated their time and big efforts on the day. The committee really appreciates it. And a big thanks to Robbie, The Prez,  who supplied the meat.

Listening to the committee members chatting over drinks, there was a lot of talk about changes and innovations they are contemplating for this 2019. It promises to be an exciting year, and after a fun run on a stinking hot day in January, it all kicks off properly on Saturday. We hope you can make it out to be part of it and show everyone why Hurricane really is the friendly club, and Your Place To Race!

15th November 2018

2019 Fees Structure has been released by KA & KWA

Karting Australia have released details of their fees for 2019, concurrent with Karting WA doing the same. You can read these fascinating articles by clicking here   KA fees   KWA fees

3rd November

The club’s AGM is to be held immediately before racing starts for the November clubrun. The committee would like as many members as possible to attend and have their say on the issues that affect the club, as well as find out how things have gone in the past year.

2018 AGM agenda

Marlene Dean Memorial

The last clubrun of the year is named after and will be held in the memory of Marlene Dean, who was a life member of the club and a legendary figure in the history of WA karting. As with the Brian Smith Memorial, it promises to be a big day.

We would love to see you all out there, racing if you can, but participating in some way even if you won’t be racing. Hurricane would also like to invite members from other clubs to come and race, to help celebrate a special day.

26th July

The King of the Hill is “going to be huge”

So says club president, Robbie “The Prez” Bertram.

Always the premier event in WA karting, this year sees the return of the 2-day event trialled last year, in which the Seniors and the Juniors have what amounts to standalone events. So although the event runs over two days, only a one day commitment is required from the competitors. And with fewer classes on each day, there’s little time for the drivers to stand around getting bored. It’s full-on.

The seniors run on the Saturday, with featured classes being the KZs in the 4th round of the State Series, plus Restricted 125 Light & Heavy, who will compete for the trophy and title of King of the Hill.

Following racing on Saturday, things don’t slow down, with presentations and a live band on the agenda. There will be random prize draws and camping is not only permitted, but encouraged.

Sunday will be just as hot, when the Junior and Cadet drivers strut their stuff. Plus, there’s the big raffle draw (see next news item).

You do not want to miss this big weekend of racing. Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th August. Full details in the supplementary regulations. View here

New Major Sponsor

Hurricane Go Kart Club is delighted and proud to welcome on board a new major sponsor for this year’s King of the Hill in Polmac Trailers.

In times when business is doing it tough, Polmac Trailers have dug deep to support grass roots motorsport in WA and Hurricane Go Kart Club can’t thank them enough.

And everyone has a chance to benefit from their sponsorship as they have kindly donated a fantastic karting trailer which is being raffled off.

Tickets are currently on sale and will be available at the next clubrun on 18th August, as well as the KOTH the following weekend, of course. The draw for the trailer will be held on the Sunday after the Juniors and Cadets have finished racing.

Gotta be in it to win it!

1st March

Lake King Kart Club say “SEZ is going ahead”

LKKC yesterday announced that Round 1 of the South East Zone series will be going ahead, regardless of entry numbers. They advise that KA3 Junior and TaG125 Restricted Combined will be run “regardless if they meet the minimum of 4 entries.” Currently, these classes have 3 and 2 entries respectively.

No mention was made of what they will do with KA4 Junior Heavy or TaG125 Heavy – which currently have no entries – if any late entries are received for these classes.

LKKC are entitled to cancel those classes with less than minimum numbers by close of entry, but have chosen not to do so, allowing karters from those classes to have some fun. So good on LKKC for not cancelling these classes.

8th February

February Clubrun Changes

 

23rd January

Western Cup Round 1 Supp Regs Change

IAME X30 Technical Information
Owing to delays in shipping from Italy, none of the alternate X30 components that are the subject of “Homologation and Technical Specification Update Bulletin 78H – 4 ” dated 30 November 2017 will be permitted for use at Round 1 of the Western Cup.

16th January

Cancellation

Due to lack of entries, Albany City Kart Club has cancelled the Southern Sprint meeting. Their committee is currently looking at alternative dates later in the year.

This is sad news for the kart club, karting in general, and for those people who had already entered.

7th January

Supplementary Regulations for the Southern Sprint and Round 1 of the Western Cup are now on the website

View them here

29th December

The 2018 State Regulations have been released

View them here

15th Dec

The 2018 WA Karting calendar has been released

View it here

16th Nov

Karting Australia pushes the start button on National “Club Driver Rankings” in 2018
Karting Australia is set to launch an exciting National point score system to provide the Club-level racer with extra incentives to compete at their local Clubs more often in 2018.

The Club Driver Rankings (CDR) will provide the opportunity for Drivers to not only see how they are faring against drivers in their home Club but against any other Driver across the Country, while vying for thousands of dollars in prizes.

“Club-level racing is a vital part of Australian karting. The new Club Driver Rankings program will enable Drivers to race locally and be ranked nationally,” said Karting Australia Chief Executive Officer Kelvin O’Reilly.

“It’s about those Drivers who turn up month after month at their local Club to compete and allowing them to see where they rank on a National scale but without the added expense of traveling across the Country. It’s also about encouraging Drivers to race at their Clubs more often.

“Entry into the Club Driver Rankings is free for participating Clubs and Drivers and has been made possible by utilising the resources, data and systems provided to us by our new timing partner MYLAPS.”

The 2018 Club Driver Rankings prize pool will be announced in the coming months, along with an incentive program for participating Clubs.

Clubs will be required to nominate a maximum of nine Club Meetings between 1 February and 31 October that will count for Driver Rankings.

A Driver’s six best Race Meetings in a single Class at each Club will be tallied up to create their final Ranking. To be eligible for an end of year Ranking, a Driver must compete in a minimum of four Club Level Race Meetings at a single Club in 2018.

Drivers can compete at multiple Clubs and in multiple Classes or Divisions, however their points at different Clubs and in the different Classes will not be combined in the overall Rankings.

“While winning is a bonus, it’s also about participation with the point score equalised across small, medium and large sized Clubs,” added O’Reilly

“As all races count in the Rankings, finishing well in the heats as well as the final becomes important. It doesn’t matter if you race at Port Hedland or North Shore your chance of National Ranking recognition starts in 2018.”

More information on the Club Driver Rankings will be provided in the coming months ahead of the first point scoring events in February.

 

25th July

Supp regs for the 2017 Arise Racing KOTH have been released and are now available for viewing.

                  Cadets/Juniors                                     Seniors

15th July

2017 Arise Racing King of the Hill

That’s right. Arise racing are announced as naming rights sponsor for this year’s King of the Hill.

It seems only fitting that the organisation that provides ultimate motorsport experiences would want to support WA’s premier karting event. Welcome on board.

Arrangements are well under way for this year’s event and, as usual, Hurricane are changing up how things are usually done. This year, it’s innovation in event format.

 

13th June

Members Business Register

Hurricane is pleased to advise that the Members Business Register is now up and running on the website. Read all about it HERE

9th June

Shopping in the fast lane

Amy’s been able to cut down on the time it takes
to do her weekly shopping, but the other shoppers
look at her funny.

 

 

Brian Smith Memorial Clubrun

Congratulations to all involved.

Big turnout
It was great to see so many people turn out for the BSM last month. 97 entrants. It’s been quite a while since we’ve had that many drivers at a clubrun, which is a testament to the high regard in which Brian was held by all in the WA karting community.

I say, “all”, as we had a good number of karters from other clubs join us on the day. They were all welcome, and I hoped they felt welcome. The weather played its part, with sunshine through to last light.

All the J’s on the outgrid, Ross Sears on pole

 

Big Thanks
Thanks must go to the committee, who put in a lot of hard work to ensure the success of the day, with prizes for KA4 Seniors and for Cadets. Thanks also to those businesses and individuals who donated – sometimes more than was asked – when they heard it was for the BSM.

Despite technical problems with the CMS computer dogging us early, Gus worked like a trooper to get it sorted and finally managed to get the karts rolling.

Brian’s son-in-law Ron Pearce in Brian’s kart, chasing trophy winner Kelvin Davies into the bus stop.

“J’s” out in force
Of the 97 drivers, 19 of them – by far the biggest field of the day – were in KA4 Seniors, Brian’s favoured class. And in homage to Brian, it was full of J’s. It had people who had never raced J’s, or even KA4, previously.

One feature of the event had nothing to do with kart racing. It was a foot race of Cadet 9’s & 12’s from the formation line to the finish line, all in their driving suits, of course.

 

BSM Trophy
The Brian Smith Memorial Trophy winner was selected by last year’s winner and went, with universal approval, to one of our “lifers”, Kelvin Davies. Into his 60’s and still giving the young ones a hurry up. ‘On yer mate.

In what will become the tradition, last year’s winner, Dave Harris, selected this year’s winner and presented the perpetual trophy.

 

 

Kelvin telling it like it is.

Hurricane Spirit
The Hurricane spirit really shone through at the May clubrun. Well done to competitors, officials, canteen staff, pit crew, family supporters…to everyone who made the day such a success.

8th June

J Revival meeting at the Collie Winter Cup

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3^rd May

The Brian Smith Memorial Clubrun

The April Newsletter is available on the website. If you have read it or were at the April clubrun, you will be aware that the committee have been busy making sure that the Brian Smith Memorial clubrun in May will be a meeting to remember. With all the prizes on offer, it will be competitive, it will be fast, but above all, it will be FUN.

It will have a different format to any clubrun we have had before, so please check out the special supplementary regulations on the Supp Regs page.

Those of you who knew Brian will know that he embodied what clubrun karting is all about – or should be: He just wanted to race and have fun doing it, without worrying about the result. Even as his illness was overtaking him, he was out there getting race training to bring his times down. Talk about living for today!

So tell everyone you know to make the effort to get out for the May clubrun. Doesn’t matter if they’re not Hurricane members. Drivers from all clubs are welcome. In fact, non-drivers from anywhere are welcome. We would love to have anyone who wants to, to help out on the day. And it would be great to have people from outside of karting come along and spectate.

If you know anyone who’s open to seeing something different, bring them along. This is going to be a great family day and we’re really hoping to see you all there.

Anyone who wants to be involved, or wants more information about the day should call Amy on 0412 644 520, or email her at hurricanegokartclub@gmail.com.