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About Nigel Preston

Nigel Preston is a self-confessed 'HPV Tragic'. After 'catching the bug' from his older brother, he helped launch the Energy Breakthrough program at Eaglehawk SC with his dad and some mates way back in 1998. Having participated in the EB for four years he finished his VCE in 2001 and volunteering to help with the event management straight away. He's been helping out ever since. Nigel has also been a part of teams that have taken line honours at the EB in 2000 & 2001 (Bendigo Senior SC); the Australian International Pedal Prix 2003, 2004 & 2009 (Bendigo Youth Racing); and the Wonthaggi Human Powered Grand Prix in 2019.

Video : The 2017 RACV Energy Breakthrough comes to an end!

The 2017 RACV Energy Breakthrough has come to an end with the falling of the chequered flag in the 24 hour Secondary Human Powered Vehicles and Energy Efficient Vehicle (EEV) trial on the RACV Track. Watch and relive the moment!

By |2017-12-01T11:40:19+11:00November 26th, 2017|Generally Newsworthy|Comments Off on Video : The 2017 RACV Energy Breakthrough comes to an end!

2017 EB Bites: Seymour College revved up for the Cyient Try-athlon

Revved up and ready to go. Jake Stevens catches up with the excited gang from Seymour College before they test out the roads for the Cyient TRYathlon practice session on the Friday night of the 2017 RACV Energy Breakthrough in Maryborough, Victoria. Produced by Jake Stevens.

By |2017-12-01T11:40:25+11:00November 26th, 2017|Generally Newsworthy|Comments Off on 2017 EB Bites: Seymour College revved up for the Cyient Try-athlon

2017 EB Bites: Jells Park Primary School take out their heat of the pushcart sprint

We've won it" - the simple but joyful thought that crossed Harper's head as he steered the Jells Park Primary Scool pushcart to sprint victory at the 2017 RACV Energy Breakthrough in Maryborough, Victoria. Produced by Jake Stevens.

By |2017-12-01T11:40:32+11:00November 26th, 2017|Generally Newsworthy|Comments Off on 2017 EB Bites: Jells Park Primary School take out their heat of the pushcart sprint

2017 EB Bites: Yuille Park Community College show off their sick paint job

Jake Stevens has a chat with Yuille Park Community College as they show off their intricate paint job before they hit the track on the Friday night of 2017 RACV Energy Breakthrough in Maryborough, Victoria.

By |2017-12-01T11:40:39+11:00November 25th, 2017|Generally Newsworthy|Comments Off on 2017 EB Bites: Yuille Park Community College show off their sick paint job

2017 EB Bites : Niddrie Primary School after a long first day of racing

A long day of racing must have taken a toll on the energy of the kids from Niddrie Primary School kids as they give their reflection on their performance in the HPV Primary competition at the 2017 RACV Energy Breakthrough in Maryborough, Victoria.

By |2017-12-01T11:40:47+11:00November 25th, 2017|Generally Newsworthy|Comments Off on 2017 EB Bites : Niddrie Primary School after a long first day of racing

VIDEO : 2017 Saturday Morning Pushcart Action

All the action from the Saturday morning Pushcart sprint event. With all the speed of a Formula 1 Pit crew, the teams of eight sprint, turn and changeover in lighting speed in front of a huge crowd. You want energy? These Primary school students, their teachers and their families have got it in bucket loads!

By |2017-12-02T08:15:04+11:00November 25th, 2017|Pushcarts|2 Comments

2017 HPV Secondary, EEV & TRYathlon Practice Session Results

After a busy day for the HPV Secondary, TRYathlon and EEV teams, they finally got the chance to hit the track and stretch their legs for their Friday night practice sessions. Looking for results? Go no further, we've got 'em here.

By |2017-11-24T23:37:00+11:00November 24th, 2017|Results|Comments Off on 2017 HPV Secondary, EEV & TRYathlon Practice Session Results

NEW Individual rider lap timing on offer for HPV Secondary & EEV Teams

Yes, you heard right. Individual riders will be able to have their lap times automatically attributed to them during the HPV Secondary & EEV Practice and 24 Hour Trial. We've partnered with our friends and race timing experts, Multisport Australia to deliver this new opportunity to dig into your team's data.

By |2017-11-22T15:03:59+11:00November 22nd, 2017|Generally Newsworthy|Comments Off on NEW Individual rider lap timing on offer for HPV Secondary & EEV Teams

Cyient TRYathlon: Ready to rock, rumble and ride!

The obstacles and challenges are ready for the 56 teams entered in the Cyient TRYathlon to rock, rumble and ride. Quick pit stops, fast acceleration, and smooth handling are key to success in the Time Trial and the Obstacle Rally, whilst the 8 Hour Endurance Trial on the CFA Track is a chance to really stretch the riders' legs. Here we take a quick look at this year's Obstacles and which event is happening where.

By |2017-11-22T11:38:13+11:00November 20th, 2017|Generally Newsworthy|Comments Off on Cyient TRYathlon: Ready to rock, rumble and ride!
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