Australasian Dirt Bike Feature – September 2025
Throttle Wide Open: The Don River Dash Roars Back in 2025 There’s something truly wild and wonderful brewing in North Queensland—and it kicks off with the thundering roar of engines. From September 5–7, the coastal town of Bowen will explode into action as hundreds of...
BROTHERS, DAUGHTERS & DADS – THE JOHNSON – KELLY FAMILY STORY
The Custom Lithium Don River Dash has always been about family, and the Johnson & Kelly families are no exception to the rule! Twin brothers Mick and Billy Johnson are no strangers to the Don, bringing their trademark sibling rivalry to the track again in 2025....
The Battle Brothers: Kent & Seeton
The 2025 Custom Lithium Don River Dash will see a new chapter in the Battle Brothers’ story. Last year, Kent Battle took the overall win in the cars with his brother Seeton navigating. In 2025, the tables turn – Seeton is taking on his first ever drive in a brand new...
Rob McCrae – Competitor, Sponsor, and All-Round Legend
From first-time racer to proud sponsor, Rob McCrae is now well and truly part of the Don River Dash family. A long-time bike rider, Rob had always kept an eye on the Dash from a distance. “I was obviously aware of the Don River Dash when it started, and I watched from...
Volunteer at the Don
EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FORM The Don River Dash wouldn’t be what it is without the incredible support of our volunteers – they are the heart and soul of the event, and we’re calling on our amazing community to join the crew for 2025! There are all sorts of ways to get...
Racing’s a Family Affair – Meet Ben, Beau & Kai
There’s nothing quite like a family that races together — and in 2025, the Don River Dash will see the Wust family out in force. Dad, Ben, is back for his fifth Don, a seasoned competitor who knows the riverbed and the challenge well. Racing the Don has become a bit...
Enter a Question for 2025 Tech Talks
Don’t Miss Our FREE Tech Talks at the 2025 Don River Dash - Submit your questions here. Join us on Friday, 5 September at our 2025 Tech Talks, presented in collaboration with MOR Motorsport and Custom Lithium. Experts Race and Luis are traveling all the way from...
Tech Talks – Race Steinberger of PCI Race Radios
Presented in collaboration with MOR Motorsport and Custom Lithium! Don’t Miss Our FREE Tech Talks at the 2025 Don River Dash — Featuring Race Steinberger of PCI Race Radios! Join us on Friday, 5 September, at our Community Event to hear from third-generation off-road...
Tech Talks – Luis Estrada of Alltech Motorsports
Presented in collaboration with MOR Motorsport and Custom Lithium! Join us for a FREE series of Tech Talks at our Community Event on Friday, 5 September, featuring none other than Luis Estrada — Manager and Lead Technician of Alltech Motorsports. Luis is a graduate of...
Where is the Don River Dash held and how do I get there?
The Don River Dash is held in the beautiful Whitsundays town of Bowen, North Queensland. Bowen is 200km south of Townsville and 200km north of Mackay. It is also easily accessible through the Whitsunday Airport that is 1 hour and 12 minutes drive from Bowen.
Is the Don River Dash family friendly?
Is there entertainment over the weekend?
Yes, Watch this space for updates!
Where can we stay in Bowen if we aren’t camping?
With so many gorgeous beaches to explore, Bowen has plenty of motels, hotels, resorts and other accommodation options to stay in. Check out our Stay and Play page to find the accommodation that suits you best.
Will there be radio commentary of the race?
Yes, there will be live commentary on free-to-air FM radio. More info to come!
Where is the best place for spectators to view the race?
Where is the best place for spectators to park?
Can spectators watch the race in the river bed?
Short answer is NO.
QLD Police will be assisting DRD officials to move all spectators out of the Riverbed for the safety of the Competitors and Spectators.
Notice to Spectators: Spectators are warned that Motorsport is dangerous, and accidents can and do happen. All care is taken to protect the public, but spectators are warned that there is a possibility of an accident-causing personal injury, death, economic loss or property damage.
The spectator acknowledges that entry into the vicinity of the event has a degree of danger and that the promoter, clubs, corporations, organisations, participants and other persons having any connection with the promoting, organising or conduct of the event shall have no liability, either in tort or contract, for any personal injury, death, economic loss or loss of property, whether caused by negligence or otherwise, to the spectator except in regard to any rights that spectator may have arising under the Civil Liability Act 2003 (QLD) and the Australian Consumer Law.
Further detailed information available: Standing Regulations.
Will there be toilet facilities available?
Where can we stay in Bowen?
Upon nominations, competitors can register and pay to stay at DRD HQ (Bowen Showgrounds) Spectators can book accommodation via our website www.donriverdash.com.au by selecting the BOOK HERE button.
