One of the misconceptions for new or inexperienced drivers eager to try their hand at competitive and non-competitive events in motorsport, is knowing where to start and what events to attend.

Motorsport Australia facilitates more than 3,000 permitted events each year across a range of competitive and non-competitive disciplines, representing all walks of motorsport spheres.

The perfect place for new drivers looking to give motorsport a go is at one of Motorsport Australia’s Affiliated club Come and Try Days.

Working with any one of our 580 affiliated clubs, Motorsport Australia coordinates relaxed, beginner-friendly days designed to give individuals a welcoming experience at a local track.

Interested drivers can learn more about local Come and Try Days by contacting their local affiliated clubs through Motorsport Australia’s Club Finder.

Clubs can inform participants of relevant pre-drive requirements such as membership, gear or vehicle rules and specifications.

Once you’ve had a taste for the track, moving on to more competitive Speed or Autotest events might be the exciting next step.

Types of events range from Khanacross, Motorkhana, Supersprint, and Hillclimb.

Each of these events just require a Motorsport Australia Speed Licence to compete in. You can apply for this licence online by simply heading to the Licences page.

To view the full calendar of Motorsport Australia permitted events, click to view the calendar to see which event best suits your vehicle and driving ability.

The calendar can also be broken down into events based in different states, streamlining the process for drivers to determine where they can compete locally.

To make an official entry at a chosen event, head to Motorsport Australia Event Entry.

From there, submit the relevant Motorsport Australia details to complete your official entry.

Information and steps on how to obtain a membership can be found at Motorsport Australia’s Member Portal.

Some events may require entrants to contact an event organiser directly, where an entry may be manually submitted.

A full list of Motorsport Australia approved venues can also be found on the Venues page, providing a list of the safest locations for beginner-level participants to start their motorsport journey.