FULL THROTTLE ON THE MOUNTAIN: MT BULLER SPRINT BACK WITH ELITE FIELD

The long-awaited Mt Buller Sprint roars back to life this weekend, as one of Australia’s most iconic tarmac rally events makes its triumphant return under the Australian Tarmac Rally banner. Sanctioned by the Australian Auto-Sport Alliance (AASA), the event will see competitors tackle the challenging ascent from Mirimbah Park to the summit of Mt Buller across three days of high-speed action and intense competition.

Returning to its original hill-climb format, the Mt Buller Sprint combines breathtaking alpine scenery with closed-road competition, offering crews and spectators an unforgettable motorsport experience. The weekend’s schedule includes shakedown runs on Friday afternoon, multiple timed stages on Saturday and Sunday, and culminates with the official trophy presentation at Mirimbah Park on Sunday afternoon.

The 2026 entry list features a diverse and talented field of competitors across multiple categories, showcasing a wide range of rally machinery and driving talent. The event has attracted full competition vehicles only, reflecting its status as a premier hill-climb round.

Modern Super Rally

#1 — Jason Wright (NSW) / Fiona Wright (NSW) — 2011 Nissan R35

#988 — Nathan Reeves (VIC) / Bec Sheldrick (TAS) — 2011 Subaru WRX STi

#955 — Michael Harding (ACT) / James Thornburn (ACT) — 2008 Subaru WRX STI

#948 — Danny Traverso (VIC) / Anthony Carr (TAS) — 2003 Mitsubishi Evo 9

#938 — Braeden Kendrick (VIC) / Matthew Dillon (SA) — 1989 Holden Commodore

#915 — Dean Lillie (VIC) / Jay Lillie (VIC) — 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO VI

#913 — Matt Close (VIC) / Cameron Reeves (QLD) — 2018 Audi TTRS

#911 — Jeremy Dennison (VIC) / Casey Rumble (VIC) — 2018 BMW M140i

Modern AWD

#897 — Jason Killen (VIC) / Andrew Thompson (VIC) — 2010 Audi TTRS

#893 — David Kennedy (NSW) / Isabella Kennedy (NSW) — 2020 Toyota GR Yaris

#882 — Roy Davis (QLD) / Jason Fox (INTER) — 2009 Mitsubishi EVO X RS

#873 — Sandra Branum (SA) / David Rowe (SA) — 2004 Subaru WRC STi Group N Spec C

#868 — Jarrod Keyte (NSW) / Chris Stilling (NSW) — 2020 Toyota GR Yaris

#864 — Damian O’Halloran (ACT) / Brian Foster (QLD) — 2021 Toyota GR Yaris

#862 — Ben Wheeler (SA) / Caleb Ash (WA) — 2011 Mitsubishi Evolution

#857 — Barrie Smith (NSW) / Dale Moscatt (NSW) — 2017 Audi TTRS

#850 — Greg Burrowes (QLD) / Rhonda Burrowes (QLD) — 2021 Toyota GR Yaris

#845 — Adam Garwood (TAS) / Steve Glenney (TAS) — 2015 Volkswagen Golf R

#838 — Carrie Priestly (VIC) / Sean Priestly (VIC) — 2014 Volkswagen Golf R Mk7

#837 — David Thirlwall (VIC) / Jackie Thirlwall (VIC) — 2016 Audi RS3

Modern 2WD

#799 — Maxwell Williams (ACT) / Bruce Bush (ACT) — 2021 Porsche Cayman GT4

#785 — Paul Dowie (VIC) / Adrian Sparrow (TBA) — 2016 Porsche GT3RS

#749 — Dean Van Huizen (VIC) / Jonah Van Huizen (TBA) — 2020 Mini JCW GP

#726 — Xavier Franklin (VIC) / Jaidyn Gluskie (TAS) — 2016 Porsche Cayman GT4

#721 — Laura Rogers (VIC) / Gavin Rogers (VIC) — 2016 Porsche Cayman GTS

#719 — Mark Griffith (QLD) / Bernie Webb (NSW) — 2019 Mercedes AMG GTR

Early Modern AWD

#689 — Paul Poulter (QLD) / Sharon Poulter (QLD) — 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution

#672 — Michael Chora (NSW) / Rachael Ferrante (WA) — 2005 Subaru WRX STi

#662 — Ryan Crawley (VIC) / TBA — 2001 Mitsubishi Evolution 8

#658 — John Ireland (NSW) / Janet Binns (NSW) — 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X

#655 — Mark Balcombe (QLD) / Ian Wheeler (TAS) — 2005 Subaru WRX STi

#651 — Allan Rumble (VIC) / Brett Williams (VIC) — 2008 Mitsubishi Evo X RS

#649 — Justin Waterhouse (VIC) / Adrian Bryant (VIC) — 2015 Mitsubishi Evo X

#647 — Liam Howarth (VIC) / Larry Howarth (NSW) — 1995 Nissan Skyline GTR V-Spec

#646 — Michael Mansey (QLD) / Julie Winton-Monet (TAS) — 2009 Mitsubishi Evo X RS

#629 — Lance Arundel (NSW) / Stuart Collison (ACT) — 2003 Subaru WRX STi

#621 — Allan Hines (VIC) / Kerry Hines (VIC) — 2008 Mitsubishi EVO X MR

#620 — Pete Nunn (TAS) / Keith Johnstone (TAS) — 2001 Mitsubishi Evolution 7 V11

#610 — Neil Cuthbert (VIC) / Sue Cuthbert (VIC) — 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo X

Early Modern 2WD

#567 — Roger Lomman (SA) / Annie Bainbridge (SA) — 2005 Nissan 350Z

#564 — David Blunden (VIC) / Doug Fernie (VIC) — 1997 Nissan R33 Skyline GTSt

#542 — Steve Winning (NSW) / Cate Winning (NSW) — 2006 Maserati GranSport

#525 — Ian Watson (SA) / Marc Lyell (SA) — 2006 VW Polo GTi

#507 — Chris Exner (VIC) / Samantha Stevens (NSW) — 1995 Mazda RX-7

#504 — Greg Bass (VIC) / Llewellyn Cameron (NSW) — 2002 Holden Commodore VX SS

Classic

#488 Classic Super Rally — Meng Chung (ACT) / Nigel Walters (NSW) — 1989 BMW E30 M3

#485 Classic Super Rally — Jonathan Moir (QLD) / Darragh Lynch (NSW) — 1976 Ford Mk2 Escort

#408 Classic Super Rally — Mick Downey (VIC) / Jarrod Akker (VIC) — 1979 Holden Group C VB Commodore

#377 Classic — Hugh Feggans (VIC) / James Callahan (VIC) — 1977 Porsche 911

#376 Classic — Keith Morling (VIC) / Tristan Stirling-Cameron (VIC) — 1976 Ford Mk2 Escort

#351 Classic — Bo Williams (QLD) / Steve Brumby (QLD) — 1977 Datsun 260Z

#342 Classic — Robin Lowe (VIC) / Peter Lowe (VIC) — 1971 Datsun 240Z

#330 Classic — Liam Dunn (VIC) / Rhys Simmons (QLD) — 1982 Holden Commodore

Spectator & Competition Info

The Mt Buller Sprint not only marks the opening round of the Australian Tarmac Rally Championship but also promises an action-packed weekend for fans. Spectators can enjoy front row all-day action from the official spectator location at Mirimbah Park, from 8am – 5pm on Saturday & Sunday.

Please note: Mt Buller Road will be closed to the public at the below times & dates:

Friday 13^th February – 2:00pm to 5:30pm (Tyrol Carpark to Mt Buller CFA)

Saturday 14^th & Sunday 15^th February – 7:30am to 5:30pm (Mt Buller/Mt Stirling Ticket Booth to Mt Buller CFA)

Friday 13^th February

Road Closed from Tyrol Carpark to Buller CFA at 2:30pm.

Road Closed for Rally – 3:00pm – 3:45pm

Road Open Window – 3:55pm – 4:15pm

Road Closed for Rally – 4:20pm – 5:00pm

Road Open with full access at 5:15pm.

Saturday 14^th & Sunday 15^th February

ROAD CLOSURE IS ACTIVATED AT 7:30AM SHARP FROM MIRIMBAH.

All vehicles must leave the top of the mountain by 6:55am.

1^st Road open window: 9:50am – 10:10am

Road Closed for Rally: 10:15am – 11:10am

2^nd Road open window: 11:15am – 11:35am

Road Closed for Rally: 11:40am – 12:50pm

3^rd Road open window: 12:50pm – 1:10pm

Road Closed for Rally: 1:10pm – 2:20pm

4^th Road Open Window: 2:20pm – 2:40pm

Road Closed for Rally: 2:40pm – 3:40pm

Road Open to Public.

Please note: We will always strive to adhere to the scheduled times; however, some circumstances may be beyond our control. The times listed are intended as a guide, and roads will be opened when deemed safe by our Clerk of Course, AASA Stewards, and Safety Officers.

Should any issues arise or if you need to contact ATR Rally Base directly to move through the course, please reach out to our Public Liaison Officer, who will be happy to assist and liaise with you.

ATR PUBLIC LIASION - 0484 653 215 or 03 9111 9929