The 2024 Victorian champions have been celebrated at the Motorsports Australia State Awards, proudly presented by Shannons Insurance.
Hosted by Bruce Astbury, the event was held at Blanchard Racing Team Workshop at Racer Industries and welcomed over 100 attendees.
Jayden Hamilton took home the Victorian Future Star Award for his impressive efforts as a young driver, proving himself through dedication, skill, and perseverance.
Hamilton competed in Giti Australian Formula Open Series in 2024 and the Indian F4 Championship. The young driver secured 10 podium finishes in the 2024 Giti Australian Formula Open Series.
Hamilton was also celebrated for his advocacy efforts, becoming a spokesperson and ambassador for Bully Zero, raising awareness of the effects of bullying and providing support for victims and their families.
Jeremy Cath was crowned the Victorian State Official of the Year, acknowledging his incredible commitment as an official at Motorsport Australia events.
Cath is an active member of the Victorian Flag marshalling Team, PIARC, the Victorian State Officiating Panel and Victorian Hillclimb Panel, exhibiting his dedication across multiple officiating roles.
The Victorian’s work in pit lane, the grid, and race control, combined with his role as a qualified event assessor, has helped train and mentor countless new officials.
Cath’s exceptional service to the sport has also made him a deserving recipient of a Service Award.
11 individuals were also awarded with Service Awards, highlighting a significant number that have been involved in motorsport activities on a continual basis.
Geoff Rowley, Alan Campbell, Gary Howard, Keith Perkins, Tim Macrow, Ross Girvan, Chris Harwood, Andy Dobbyn, Michael Arnott, Geoff Riddle and Glenn Rochester where those who received this respected award.
The prestigious Service Star Award was won by five individuals, who have given exemplary service to Motorsport Australia over many years and in a variety of roles and activities. This includes Arthur Bartlett, Laurie Griffen, David Bellenger, Matt Selley and Ian Leech.
Motorsport Australia also congratulated Victorian State Circuit Racing Championship Round 4 for achieving the Victorian State Motorsport Event of the Year Award.
Organised by the Australian Sports Sedan Association of Victoria with over 150 volunteers, the event featured 225 competitors across eight state-level and two national categories.
It also provided valuable training for new officials and maintained live streaming, ensuring a successful and impactful round of the championship.
The night also celebrated many club milestones, recognising their longstanding dedication to the motorsport community.
Mustang Owners Club of Australia Victoria and Sunraysia Motor Sports Club both celebrated an outstanding 50 years, and the 944 Racing Association hit a 25-year milestone.
Eight clubs reached 10 years, including 86 BRZ Club of Australia, Victorian Clubman Builders Group, PI Classic Race Committee, Hyundai Excel Racing Association, Melbourne Old School Cruisers, Touring Car Masters Competitors Register, Tri State Car Club and Wyndham Classic’s Car Club.
Motorsport Australia congratulates all award recipients and expresses gratitude to the officials, volunteers and supporters that drive the Victorian motorsport community.
Award Winners
| Award | Recipient |
| Service Award Winner | Geoff Rowley |
| Service Award Winner | Alan Campbell |
| Service Award Winner | Gary Howard |
| Service Award Winner | Keith Perkins |
| Service Award Winner | Tim Macrow |
| Service Award Winner | Ross Girvin |
| Service Award Winner | Chris Harwood |
| Service Award Winner | Andy Dobbyn |
| Service Award Winner | Jeremy Cath |
| Service Award Winner | Michael Arnott |
| Service Award Winner | Geoff Riddle |
| Service Award Winner | Glenn Rochester |
| Service Star Winner | Arthur Bartlett |
| Service Star Winner | Lauri Griffin |
| Service Star Winner | David Bellenger |
| Service Star Winner | Matt Selley |
| Service Star Winner | Ian Leech |
| State Motorsport Event of the Year | Victorian State Circuit Racing Championship Round 4 – Sandown, Australian Sports Sedans Association Victoria |
| Victorian Future Star Award | Jayden Hamilton |
| State Official of the Year | Jeremy Cath |
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