Supercross transformation at Kayo Stadium

Redcliffe’s Kayo Stadium is being transformed ahead of the opening rounds of the AUSX Supercross Championship this weekend, with 6000 tonnes of dirt being placed on the field which is home to the Dolphins.

The dirt will be transported to Redcliffe from Bald Hills in 200 truckloads and crafted into a challenging track by the experienced team from Protraxx.

A layer of geofab material and large boards have been placed between the turf and the dirt, in a bid to minimise damage to the field which is widely regarded as one of the best in South East Queensland.

The track will be dismantled and all dirt removed on Monday.

Promoters AME Group is working with Moreton Bay City Council and Moreton Bay Region Industry and Tourism to showcase the wider region and deliver a weekend of entertainment.

“It will be intense racing, unpredictable who will win,” AME General Manager Ashlee Crawford says.

“We want to keep fans on the edge of their seats to see who can win. It’s going to be awesome.

“We want to fill the grandstands and want everyone to have a good time.”

Ashlee says Redcliffe’s Kayo Stadium is the ideal location for the opening two rounds of the competition because so many fans are based in the City of Moreton Bay.

While the racing will be the main drawcard, there will also be plenty of activations to get fans pumped including a pit party, music, entertainment and the chance to meet riders.

“People are coming from all corners of Australia and internationally.”

Round one of the Championship on Saturday, October 12, is sold out but there are still tickets available to round two on Sunday, October 13, which will be held at the family friendly time of 3pm (gates open at 2pm).

Tickets for round two are on sale at australiansupercross.com.au 

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By Dominika Lis