Sport
25 September, 2025
Safety session at Premier
WITH just five weeks until the opening round of Sprintcar action at Warrnambool’s Premier Speedway, a safety training day was held at the venue last weekend.
Organised by the track’s in-field safety officer John Bamford, in conjunction with Associations of Victorian Speedways, Sunday’s session provided fire and rescue volunteers from several surrounding clubs the opportunity to refresh their knowledge and update skills.
Training instructors Allan Ackerley and George Gay covered topics such as driver extractions, methanol fires and more.
A hands-on session in the afternoon provided valuable insights into safe extractions from Sprintcars, Street Stocks, Formula 500s and Junior Quarter Midgets.
More than 40 participants enjoyed the day, including in-field volunteers from Premier Speedway, Simpson, Darlington, Ballarat and Portland.
On-track action will return to Premier Speedway for opening night on Saturday, November 1 with Sprintcars and Wingless Sprints.
Gates open at 4pm with racing from 5.15pm.
