AUSTRALIA – HORSHAM
2018
Welcome to Australia
Australia is a land like no other. Known for its wide open spaces, beautiful beaches, and natural wonders, a trip to “the Outback” is one to remember. Australia is the sixth largest country by land mass, comparable to the size of the United States. Completely surrounded by seas, most of Australia’s rainfall is around the coast, while much of the centre is arid or semi-arid. Contrary to what stereotypes suggest, Australia is not completely hot. The north is hot and tropical, while the south is sub-tropical and mild, with some regions dropping below freezing in winter. Due to Australia’s location in the southern hemisphere, winter is June to August, while Summer is December to February.
Horsham is located in western Victoria, approximately 300km north-west of Melbourne. In 2016, its population was 16,395. Horsham is the ideal base for exploring mountains, bushland and waterways. The Wimmera River passes through the city and offers walking tracks which visitors can stroll along and immerse themselves in nature, with plenty of wildlife and ancient red gums lining the river. The Grampians National Park is a short drive away and boasts breathtaking views, lookouts, waterfalls and picnic areas. It is also host to the Halls Gap Zoo, which is the perfect location to see Australian wildlife, with 160 species of native and exotic mammals, reptiles and birds.
The Horsham Motorcycle Complex is situated approximately 5km from Horsham via the Henty Highway. The Horsham Motorcycle Club is renowned for its fast and flowing track, ongoing improvements to its facilities and high quality events held over previous years. The circuit is 1.7km long and 8-10 metres wide for the majority of the track, allowing for many passing opportunities. The start grid features an earth start pad and 40 self-penalising gates. Obstacles include tabletops, step ups, step downs, ski jumps, triple-up, berms and off camber corners.
Travelling to Horsham
From Melbourne Airport:
Via car: 297.4km (approx. 3hr 13min)
- Get on Western Ring Road M80 from Airport Dr
- Follow National Highway M8 and A8 to Horsham
Via bus/train:
-Take SkyBus from Melbourne Airport to city, timetable can be viewed at:
-Arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal
-Walk about 2 minutes to Southern Cross Station
-train timetables can be found at:
From Sydney Airport:
Via car: 1,035km (approx. 10hr 58min)
From Adelaide Airport:
Via car: 434km (approx. 4hr 49min)
-Follow Sir Richard Williams Ave to Sir Donald Bradman Dr/A6
-Follow National Highway M1, National Highway A8 and Western Highway A8 to Horsham
CAR HIRE AT THE AIRPORT
Company / Phone (Australia) / Phone (Overseas) / WebsiteAVIS / 13 63 33 / +613 9338 1800 / avis.com.au
Budget / 13 27 27 / +613 9241 6366 / budget.com.au
Europcar / 1300 13 13 90 / +613 9241 6800 / europcar.com.au
Hertz / 13 30 39 / +613 9338 4044 / hertz.com.au
Redspot. / 1300 66 88 10 / +612 8303 2222 / redspot.com.au
Thrifty / 1300 36 72 27 / +613 9241 6100 / thrifty.com.au
TAXI
13 CABS (13 22 27)
AIRPORT CONTACT
General enquiries
Melbourne Airport: +61 3 9297 1600
Sydney Airport: +61 2 9667 6111 or 133 SYD (133 793)
Adelaide Airport: +61 8 8308 9211
AIRPORT HOTELS
Melbourne
Hotel / Phone / EmailPark Royal Melbourne Airport / +61 3 8347 2000 /
Quest Melbourne Airport / +61 3 8340 8400 / -
Ciloms Airport Lodge / +61 3 9335 2788 /
Sydney
Hotel / Phone / EmailRydges Sydney Airport / +61 2 9313 2500 /
Mantra at Sydney Airport / +61 2 8398 0700 /
Stamford Plaza Sydney Airport / + 61 2 9317 2200 /
Adelaide
Hotel / Phone / EmailAviators Lodge Motel / +61 8 8356 8388 /
Quest on Franklin / +61 8 8113 7500 / -
TRAILER HIRE
Melbourne
Company / Phone / Email / WebsiteMove Yourself / 1300 882 187 / /
U-HAUL Trailer Hire / 1300 883 075 / /
Sydney
Company / Phone / Email / WebsiteScram Trailer Hire / 1300 100 321 / /
U-HAUL Trailer Hire / 1300 883 075 / /
Adelaide
Company / Phone / Email / WebsiteAdelaide Trailer Hire / North Adelaide: 0412 836 296
South Adelaide: 0434 353 189 / /
U-HAUL Trailer Hire / 1300 883 075 / /
MOTORHOME HIRE
Melbourne
Company / Phone / Email / WebsiteCheapaCampa / 1800 777 779 / /
Britz Campervan Hire / 1800 331 454 / /
Maui Motorhome & Campervan Rental / 1800 827 821 / /
Sydney
Company / Phone / Email / WebsiteLets GoMotorhomes / 1800 538 746 / /
Maui Motorhome & Campervan Rental / 1800 827 821 / /
Apollo Motorhomes / 1800 777 779 / /
Adelaide
Company / Phone / Email / WebsiteMaui Motorhome & Campervan Rental / 1800 827 821 / /
Apollo Motorhomes / 1800 777 779 / /
Calypso Campervan Rentals / 1800 886 001 / /
Visa Support
To travel to Australia, you will need a valid Australian visa. For more information on how to obtain a visa please visit:
Bike packages
Yamaha Motor Australia are happy to offer packages of support for bikes, and assistance throughout the event and those details will be made available upon enquiry.
For all international Yamaha riders wishing to attend the World Junior Championships in Horsham, please direct all interest and enquires to Ray Howard or Scott Bishop on their contact details below.
Ray Howard;
Scott Bishop:
General Information
Accommodation
Horsham boasts a number of hotels, motels and motor inn’s for all tastes and price ranges. Websites such as wotif.com, trivago.com.au, booking.com and Airbnb.com.au will allow visitors to compare prices and features of each accommodation option that Horsham has to offer. Alternatively, the Horsham Visitor Information Centre can be contacted on 1800 633 218 or via
Wimmera Events Centre, situated 6 kilometres from the Horsham Motorcycle Complex is a camping mecca, available for riders and spectators. An accommodation package will include a powered site, shuttle bus service to and from the track and entertainment on Saturday evening. Further details can be found at
Supermarkets
Woolworths
Opening hours: 6am – 12am Monday to Sunday
Address: 108 Wilson St, Horsham
Coles
Opening hours: 6am – 12am Monday to Sunday
Address: Darlot St & Roberts Avenue, Horsham
Chemists
Horsham Amcal Chemist
Opening hours: 8:30am – 7pm Monday to Friday, 9am – 2pm Saturday and Sunday
Address: 96-98 Firebrace St, Horsham
Priceline Pharmacy
Opening hours: 8am – 8pm Monday to Sunday
Address: 34 Darlot St, Horsham
Hospital
Wimmera Base Hospital
Open 24 hours
Address: 83 Baillie St, Horsham
Phone: (03) 5381 9111
Emergency contact number -Phone 000 for Police, Ambulance and Fire
Contacts
-Motorcycling Australia:
-Horsham Motorcycle Club:
President Kenny Watts: 0419 313 207
Horsham Motorcycle Club looks forward to welcoming you to our City and racing facilities. Please like our facebook page to keep up to date: Horsham Australia World Mx Juniors