What we publish
Editorial formats — commissioned and pitched
Interviews, essays, race reports, and special projects developed during editorial hours. Longer features are recommended to pitch in advance.
Drivers · engineers · builders
A structured interview format for Australian and international readers who want more than a soundbite. We prepare context notes, review career arcs, and summarise themes before shaping the final piece. Local setting, team history, and personal detail sit beside the conversation so the portrait feels complete without a cluttered extras list.
Essays · circuits · disciplines
Place-based writing built around circuits, rallies, and national scenes. Junior pathways, crew culture, and everyday paddocks are covered according to a practical reporting checklist. We note threads you may want to follow, then keep the essay focused on what belongs in this feature window.
Race reports & themed projects
Race reports, photo essays, and smaller specials that keep a season readable. We watch the shape of a weekend and explain angles before committing to a series. Enough to address atmosphere and themed questions without turning the desk into an open-ended rebuild of every round.
Side notes
A short list of supporting threads sits beside the main feature pillars. It may include discipline notes, photo essays, travel sketches, or other themes noted during planning. The list stays brief so the desk can prepare each piece properly.
Recent editorial themes have included: Regional Circuit Weeks, Junior Pathways, Winter Race Notes, and Crew Culture Essays.
Current focus: Mid-year · Theme: Tracks & team paddocks · Ask at the desk
Pitches
Most features run smoother with an early pitch. Open ideas are welcome when the desk has space, and the same editorial standards apply whether you reserved a slot or arrived with a new angle on Waitara Place.
Available throughout editorial hours. Tell us the subject, location, timing, and any access notes. Group or series enquiries are welcome by phone or email.
Hours: Mon–Fri 9am–6pm · Sat 9am–4pm · Sun closed · pitches and replies