Perth Motorplex

The Perth Motorplex, Kwinana Beach is conveniently located 30 minutes from Perth's city centre.

The multi-million dollar facility is the hub for automotive based activities including Drag Racing, Super Speedway, Burnout competitions, Street Machine car shows and Monster Trucks events.

In addition the Kwinana Beach venue has hosted some of the biggest names in the Concert Industry including Guns N Roses, ZZ Top, Korn and Rose Tattoo. 

NEWS

5 January 2021: Upcoming events cancelled due to recent fires in the area

Due to the recent Kwinana fires, the Motorplex is currently without power for reasons beyond our control.

The safety of our staff and visitors is our number one priority.

For this reason and a number of other contributing factors the following event cancellations/changes will take place:

• Whoopass Wednesday/Hour of Power/Speedway scheduled for 6 January will be cancelled and  is expected to resume as normal Wednesday 13 January
• Late model Nationals (originally scheduled in Wednesday’s night event) will be incorporated into Saturday’s Speedway event
• Targa Rally scheduled for Thursday will move to Sunday
• The Speedway event will revert to a 1 day show this Saturday 9 January.

Speedway Saturday, January 9.

The night will feature the Late Model Nationals and 2 feature races of the WA Sprintcar Speedweek finale.

All pre purchased ticket holders for Wednesday January 6, will be refunded.

We will continue to provide updates as they arise.

18 December 2020: Events to resume with enhanced security measures at Perth Motorplex

Following a rigorous review of current security measures, VenuesWest in consultation with WA Police Force have determined events with an expected attendance of more than 100 people may resume from Sunday 20 December with the provision of increased police presence and enhanced security measures in place.

As such, the Custom Cars and Coffee event will run this Sunday.

Additional security measures will be in place for this event, including a significantly increased security and police presence at the venue assuming a checking and supervision role, enhanced active CCTV surveillance, as well as other enhanced security measures.

The safety of our patrons is our number one priority and we continue to liaise with the WA Police. These additional security measures have been implemented to ensure patrons feel confident and safe returning to the Motorplex.

Last Saturday night’s incident is a the subject of investigation by the WA Police and anyone with any information or footage should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestopperswa.com.au.

16 December 2020: VenuesWest to significantly boost security at Perth Motorplex

Following a stringent review of current security measures after an incident on Saturday 12 December, VenuesWest on behalf of the State Government has determined all private bookings and bookings of under 100 people at Perth Motorplex may now resume. 

A significantly increased security presence will be in place, assuming a checking and supervision role for upcoming events at the Kwinana venue.

The venue had security checks in place on Saturday night and measures are not believed to have been breached. Instead it is understood that the perpetrator breached the perimeter by non-conventional means. 

As is usual practice, with last Saturday’s event, an event risk management plan was in place and security undertook standard access control and entry checks.

The decision to resume events of more than 100 people will be made pending the provision of further information and advice from WA Police expected sometime this week.

The matter is now the subject of investigation by the WA Police and anyone with any information or footage should be directed to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestopperswa.com.au.

The safety of our patrons is our number one priority and as such we continue to liaise with the WA Police.

12 December 2020: Experienced new operator announced for Perth Motorplex

Motorsport in Western Australia is set to go from strength to strength with Evolve Facility Management, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Australian National Drag Racing Association Ltd (ANDRA) appointed as the new operator for Perth Motorplex.

The appointment follows an extensive procurement process by venue owner VenuesWest.

Evolve Facility Management has signed a multi-year lease agreement with the State Government and will take over operations from current interim operator VenuesWest, assuming responsibility for management of all aspects of event delivery across drag racing, speedway, burnouts and special events.

Evolve’s parent company, ANDRA, is well known and respected within the motorsports community, sanctioning races at all levels across the country and serving as Australia’s official controlling body for drag racing.

This appointment will provide the assurance the WA motorsport community has sought since KMPL concluded as the venue operator in 2016, with the future of the operations of Perth Motorplex now secure.

Experienced motorsport administrator Paul Trengove has been appointed to the position of Commercial and Operations Manager and will lead the Perth Motorplex team.

FAQs

Who is the new leaseholder?

Evolve Facility Management will be the new leaseholder for the Perth Motorplex. Evolve is a subsidiary of the Australian National Drag Racing Association (ANDRA), which is recognised as the controlling body of drag racing across the country by Motorsport Australia and the Federation Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA).

 Who is Evolve Facilities Management?

Newly established subsidiary company of ANDRA, established to undertake venue management operations.

Who will head up the operation of the Perth Motorplex under the new leaseholder?

To ensure the most effective and dedicated management of the facility and both its drag racing and speedway arms under Evolve, experienced motorsport administrator Paul Trengove has been appointed to the position of Commercial and Operations Management for the Perth Motorplex. Paul has a long background in Speedway, Circuit and Venue management and with the assistance of the experienced Perth Motorplex staff and volunteers, will be responsible for the management of all aspects of Perth Motorplex event delivery across drag racing, speedway, burnouts and special events. Thanks to his background, is well placed to cater for the needs of both Speedway and Drag Racing competitors.

What does this mean for the Perth Motorplex?

Evolve Facilities Management will benefit from and draw on the expertise of its parent company ANDRA, which is well known and well respected within the motorsports community, and their appointment should provide long term assurance and certainty to competitors and motorsports fans around the future of the Perth Motorplex. ANDRA has sanctioned events at the venue for many years and knows the venue and the WA motorsports community intimately, so with their support, Evolve is uniquely positioned to deliver high quality events for competitors and fans. During the transition period, the venue will continue to operate as normal, with no disruption to the racing calendar.

When will the new leaseholder commence as operator?

The new leaseholder is now in place to operate the venue under a transitional arrangement with current venue owner and operator, VenuesWest.

How will the transition happen?

As interim operator, VenuesWest has prepared the 2020/21 season calendar and has been preparing to transition operations with the new leaseholder for several months. Little to no disruption to competitors is expected.

Who owns the venue now?

There is no change to venue ownership at this time. This stays with VenuesWest on behalf of the State Government.

What involvement will VenuesWest continue to have?

Once a thorough transition has been completed, VenuesWest will act as venue owner only.

Will this affect this season’s calendar?

A full calendar of events has commenced under current COVID-19 restrictions. VenuesWest with work closely with the new leaseholder to implement the season’s calendar as it currently stands.

What will happen to the existing Perth Motorplex staff?

Evolve Facilities Management plans to re-engage with the existing staff and their expertise which has been built over many years of operation at the premier Australian motorsport facility.

Will existing staff be employed by ANDRA?

The new operator will put in place a new structure to suit their operational requirements. All existing Perth Motorplex staff have been advised and are encouraged to apply.

Will competitor entry fees and costs change?

Competitor entry fees and costs have been frozen for this transitionary season. 

Who are ANDRA?

ANDRA is the Australian National Drag Racing Association, the drag racing sanctioning body for Australia and recognised as the controlling body of drag racing across the country by Motorsport Australia and Federation Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA).

What other motorsports venues do they operate?

Perth Motorplex is the first venue that Evolve FM will operate. They are exploring further opportunities in this space through the establishment of the subsidiary company.

4 December: Mandatory contact registration from Saturday 5 December

From Saturday 5 December contact registration using the SafeWA app or manual registration systems will be in full operation and mandatory for all patrons visiting our venues.

Some of our venues (which are predominantly outdoor and not operating with a licence granted under the Liquor Control Act 1988) are not required to maintain contact registration details. However, at these same venues, once individuals head into an indoor space, you will be required to scan the QR code with your app or register manually.  (Note this does exclude toilets and changerooms)

While it is mandatory to register at our venues, all patrons should note the responsibility lies with individuals and failure to comply with the contact registration conditions could result in a fine of up to $50,000.

Should an individual not comply with the conditions we have the right to refuse entry.

We would like to thank you for your cooperation and look forward to seeing you at our venue soon.

 Find more information here.

The Perth Motorplex suits all tastes with a variety of catering outlets with licensed bars located in the venue selling mid strength alcohol products. (Please note: it is illegal to bring alcohol into the venue).

With easy access through Anketell Rd patrons can choose convenient paid parking or free general parking. Silver tickets offer great views from all spectator areas and popular Gold reserved seating tickets provide pit paddock access.

Major events including Drag Racing and Speedway are held from October to April each season with Street Drag Racing running each and every Wednesday night from September through to May.