AWMN in Profile: Bobbie “Stitch” Schluter20250911120026
AWMN in Profile: Bobbie “Stitch” Schluter
September 11, 2025
Racing Against the Odds When you hear the whine of a ZX1000 roaring down the quarter-mile strip, you might not realise the rider tucked in behind the fairings has titanium rods running the length of her spine. You might not know she was diagnosed wit...
AWMN in Profile: Bailey Hawke20250904140056
AWMN in Profile: Bailey Hawke
September 4, 2025
Born to Run the Quarter Mile Some people stumble into their passion. Others? They launch off the start line with it in their DNA. For Bailey Hawke, drag racing didn’t slowly creep into her life—it hit full throttle the moment she heard the roar of en...
AWMN in Profile: Abbey Pickering20250828141005
AWMN in Profile: Abbey Pickering
August 28, 2025
Abbey Pickering: Born to Race From the roar of the engines to the cloud of dirt kicked up on the final corner, Abbey Pickering has always felt at home on the track. Her journey began at just seven years old, racing dirt karts with a spirit that hinte...
Torque Theory: Practising the Art of Receiving Feedback20250827140008
Torque Theory: Practising the Art of Receiving Feedback
August 27, 2025
(Without Letting It Break You) You want to grow. Learn. Improve.But the moment someone offers feedback — even kindly — something inside you tenses. Your brain rushes to defend. Maybe you nod politely while quietly planning your rebuttal. Maybe you sh...
AWMN in Profile: Claudia Langley20250821140009
AWMN in Profile: Claudia Langley
August 21, 2025
Family, Fuel and Fierce Determination on the Drag Strip When Claudia Langley straps into the seat of her VY Commodore, it’s not just about speed—though that certainly plays a part. It’s about legacy. It’s about family. And it’s about proving, every t...
AWMN in Profile: Ava Cassin-Roberts20250814140026
AWMN in Profile: Ava Cassin-Roberts
August 14, 2025
Kart Racer | Co-founder, CRS Racing | Motorsport All-Rounder Ava Cassin-Roberts didn’t grow up with a steering wheel in her hand—but when the opportunity came, she gripped it tightly and never let go. It all started in 2021, when her local kart club ...
Torque Theory: Allyship Isn’t Dead20250813120046
Torque Theory: Allyship Isn’t Dead
August 13, 2025
But It Might Be On Smoko Working alongside women doesn’t automatically make you a supporter. And staying neutral doesn’t always land the way you think it does. Allyship had its moment. It was trending in HR documents, popping up in diversity training...
AWMN in Profile: Charlie Prentice20250807080035
AWMN in Profile: Charlie Prentice
August 7, 2025
Charlie Prentice is an aspiring race engineer and passionate motorsport volunteer, driven by her love for racing and commitment to developing high-performance vehicles....
AWMN in Profile: Alicia Naylor20250801220849
AWMN in Profile: Alicia Naylor
August 1, 2025
Lightning at the line “Nothing compares to the adrenaline of Motorsport. Once the helmet is on, it’s like nothing else exists.” – Alicia Naylor Western Australian Alicia Naylor is a highly decorated racer within the drag racing scene. Cur...
Torque Theory: She’s Not Angry20250730102615
Torque Theory: She’s Not Angry
July 30, 2025
— She’s Efficient The workshop was full of tension and fluorescent light. Senior leadership had flown in, HR in tow, to talk wages. They kept using the word “tickle” when describing their intentions to adjust our pay in line with the market va...
AWMN in Profile: Amanda Johnson20250724080001
AWMN in Profile: Amanda Johnson
July 24, 2025
Racing with Passion, Drive, and Determination Amanda Johnson is an up-and-coming kart racer with a deep connection to motorsport, stemming from a love that was sparked by her father’s own racing career. As a karting enthusiast, Amanda is quickly maki...
AWMN in Profile: Angelina Kondilis20250718162013
AWMN in Profile: Angelina Kondilis
July 18, 2025
Angie: A Rising Star in Junior Drag Racing From a young age, Angelina Kondilis found herself immersed in the motorsport world. Raised with the hum of engines and the thrill of racing, she grew up watching her auntie in Super Street and learning the r...
Torque Theory: Motorsport’s Unsung Heroes20250716080011
Torque Theory: Motorsport’s Unsung Heroes
July 16, 2025
The Backbone Behind the Spotlight Every motorsport fan knows the thrill of a perfectly executed overtake, the roar of an engine at launch, or the relief of a chequered flag waved at just the right moment. We celebrate the drivers, the teams, the cham...
AWMN in Profile: Karlai Warner20250710085127
AWMN in Profile: Karlai Warner
July 10, 2025
Racing Towards a Legacy At just 18 years old, Karlai Warner is chasing more than chequered flags. A proud Kabi Kabi and Wakka Wakka woman based on the Gold Coast, Karlai is carving out her place in Australian motorsport with every lap. She’s not just...
AWMN in Profile: Janelle Mannix20250709083656
AWMN in Profile: Janelle Mannix
July 9, 2025
Interview by Alyssa Cullinan Drag-racing mum, timing-tower stalwart, and proud Aboriginal Community Education Officer – celebrating NAIDOC Week through horsepower and heart. When Janelle Mannix stands in a drag-strip timing tower, headset on and eyes...
AWMN in Profile: Loretta Ris20250703080041
AWMN in Profile: Loretta Ris
July 3, 2025
Resilience, Fun, and the Road Ahead In the high-speed world of motorbike drag racing, Loretta Ris, better known as Satan’s Minion, has made her mark in the fiercely competitive D/AB category. But for Loretta, racing isn’t just about clock...
Torque Theory: Speak Like a Star20250702080006
Torque Theory: Speak Like a Star
July 2, 2025
Public Speaking & Media Hacks for Aspiring Motorsport Pros Whether you’re on the start line or behind a mic, how you show up matters. Your voice, your story, your delivery—these things shape how fans, media, and sponsors see you. As someone who’s...
AWMN in Profile: Emelia Wright20250626140341
AWMN in Profile: Emelia Wright
June 26, 2025
Emelia Wright, a rising star in junior drag racing, strives for excellence with her family at her side. Read about her passion, achievements, and future goals....
Torque Theory: The Lie of Leaning In20250625104805
Torque Theory: The Lie of Leaning In
June 25, 2025
Why Doing Less is the Key to Sustainable Success Because constantly pushing harder doesn’t prove your worth—it risks your wellbeing. “Just lean in.” You’ve heard it before—probably too many times. It’s been hailed as the blueprint for women in ...
AWMN in Profile: Kathryn Scoble20250619134103
AWMN in Profile: Kathryn Scoble
June 19, 2025
Kathryn Scoble’s journey in desert racing is a testament to passion, perseverance, and family. A seasoned rider with multiple podiums, she's an inspiration for aspiring racers....