Stage set for epic week of racing at Mt Buller for 2025 GWM Mountain Bike National Championships

Australia’s top downhill and cross country mountain bike riders will descend on Mt Buller in Victoria’s High Country next week for the 2025 GWM Mountain Bike National Championships.

It is set to be an action-packed week of racing from March 11-16 at the iconic alpine village as the best-of-the-best battle it out for the national titles and the honour of wearing the green-and-gold jersey for the next 12 months.

Amongst the riders will be World Cup winners, junior world champions, Olympians and Commonwealth Games medallists.

The national championships will also see juniors, U23, masters and adaptive riders fight for national glory in: e-bike, cross country short course and Olympic, Downhill, and XC team relay.

AusCycling Executive General Manager - Sport Kipp Kaufmann said Mt Buller will make a stunning backdrop for Australia’s premier mountain biking event.

“With world-class facilities, a mix of exciting trails and scenic alpine views, Mt Buller is an iconic destination that is the perfect location for the 2025 GWM Mountain Bike National Championships.

“Our top riders always rise to the occasion at the national championships delivering outstanding performances and we can’t wait to see them lay it all on the line for the Australian title next week.

“We have exciting courses that will deliver a true championship-level experience, from the high-speed adrenaline of the downhill course which features steep rock gardens and double road gaps, to the heart-pumping action of the cross country that will interact with Village Square, and will be a great spectator experience.”

Mt Buller General Manager Alan Arthur said Alpine Resorts Victoria was thrilled to welcome this exciting event back to the mountain.

“It’s shaping up to be a fantastic week of competition, and we’re looking forward to welcoming riders and their supporters from around the country.

“We can’t wait to see Australia’s best downhill and cross country riders battling it out on our iconic trails.”

Victorian Government Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events Steve Dimopoulos said he’s proud to welcome the Championships back to Victoria, thanks to the Significant Sporting Events Program.

“One of Australia’s most iconic mountains, Mt Buller, is the ideal spot to host the country’s best downhill and cross-country riders racing for gold.”

“We can’t wait to welcome everyone to one of the most picturesque parts of regional Victoria to experience everything we have to offer.”

The 2025 GWM Mountain Bike National Championships will be held from March 11-16 at Mt Buller, Victoria and is supported by GWM Australia & New Zealand, and the Victorian Government.