First the Australian Superbike Championship on October 12/14, followed by the Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix (motogp) on October 26/28.

Do you know Motogp is the oldest world championship in motorsport? It was first held in 1949. There have been many changes to bikes over the years, but it is now settled on three categories – 125cc, 250cc and 500cc, so we have three Grand Prix in one day!

Of course, Australian riders such as Wayne Gardner, Mick Doohan, and Casey Stoner, are legends of the sport, with corners named after them at Phillip Island Circuit.

On Saturday October 27 the Cranbourne GP Run, with up to 5,000 motorcycles, will arrive on Phillip Island around 11.00am. Locals always join in welcoming the riders by lining the island’s roads and waving flags.

During the weekend Thompson Avenue, between Chapel Street and The Esplanade, will be motorbikes only.

A display of Vintage and Classic motorcycles will be held at Cowes Town Square.

Bands will play on the main stage in Cowes on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Shuttle buses will circle around the island and San Remo, ferrying patrons to the track (fee applies).

Visitors to Phillip Island should be aware of the increase in traffic volume. Traffic onto the island Saturday and Sunday mornings and off the island mid to late afternoons will be heavy. The Blue Line traffic system will be in operation on Sunday from 3.00pm.

The island is going to busy and noisy so take care!

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