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Supporting Women in Motorcycling: Building a Stronger Future Together

Motorcycling New Zealand would like to address recent public discussion regarding the inclusion of a Women’s class at all rounds of the 2026 New Zealand Motocross Championship.  We are also aware of the recent public Facebook statement; this does not reflect the view...

MEDIA ACCREDITATION APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN

Applications for 2026 Media Accreditation are now OPEN. Motorcycling New Zealand is pleased to announce that media accreditation for the upcoming year is now open (1 January to 31 December 2026). This annual program provides members of the media with access to events...

Resignation of MNZ Board Member

We wish to advise that Gretchen Pirika has resigned from her position on the Board, effective 12 September 2025. We sincerely thank Gretchen for her time, energy, and commitment to our organisation.  Being a Board member, particularly in a voluntary capacity, can...
NELSON RIDER BASALAJ CLAIMS FIRST NZ TITLE

NELSON RIDER BASALAJ CLAIMS FIRST NZ TITLE

CAPTION: Nelson’s Bailey Basalaj (Honda CRF250R), crowned New Zealand’s No.1 enduro rider for the 2025 season. Photo by Andy McGechan, BikesportNZ.com South Islander Bailey Basalaj finally lived the dream at the weekend as he collected his first major New Zealand...

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NELSON RIDER CONTINUES TO LEAD AFTER ROUND TWO

NELSON RIDER CONTINUES TO LEAD AFTER ROUND TWO

CAPTION: New Plymouth’s Josh Houghton (KTM 250XC-F), unlucky on day one, but the top rider the following day at round two of the 2025 Yamaha New Zealand Enduro Championships near Whanganui at the weekend. Photo by Andy McGechan, BikesportNZ.com South Islander Bailey...

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MANY POSITIVES FOR MOTORCYCLE SPORT TO CELEBRATE

MANY POSITIVES FOR MOTORCYCLE SPORT TO CELEBRATE

Motorcycling New Zealand will this weekend celebrate success in the sport while looking to establish further training, development and safety programmes to secure its future. The 2025 Motorcycling New Zealand (MNZ) Conference and Annual General Meeting will be held at...

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KTM Australian Junior Motocross Championship

KTM Australian Junior Motocross Championship

The MNZ office has received a number of enquiries from riders wishing to compete at the 2025 KTM Australian Junior Motocross Championship to be held 29 September – 4 October at Gillman Motocross in South Australia. We have received confirmation from Motorcycling...

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