March 8, 1935 - September 16, 2022 It is with much sadness that MPA marks the passing of John Pennell AO, Life Member MPA and MPV. For more than 50 years, John was a friend and loyal supporter of the world of modern pentathlon in Australia and internationally,...
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MPA calls for Executive nominations and motions for the AGM
Modern Pentathlon Australia has written to our Voting Member States calling for nominations for the MPA Executive and proposed resolutions or motions for the upcoming Annual General Meeting. The AGM will be held on Friday April 22nd in conjunction with the Australian...
MPA consulting with members and considering its position on the UIPM’s announcement to remove Riding after Paris 2024
The International Modern Pentathlon Union’s (UIPM’s) announcement last Friday that Riding would be replaced by a new fifth discipline, after the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, has understandably caused shock and strong reactions in Australia and around the world. Modern...
Fernon celebrates arrival of third child from hotel quarantine
Two-time modern pentathlon Olympian Ed Fernon has celebrated the safe arrival of his third child into the world, from hotel quarantine following the Tokyo Olympic Games. His wife Philippa gave birth to Toby Edward on Friday morning with other family by her side. ...
AIS funding brings new targets to competition
Modern Pentathlon Australia is proud to continue providing support to the national community with the latest in Laser Run technology and equipment, thanks to a grant provided by the Australian Institute of Sport. Provided on loan to Modern Pentathlon Victoria for an...
Meet our members: Kirsten Norden
Continuing with our 'Meet our Members' series, MPA is hoping to help bring the community together by highlighting some of our incredible people. As a small business owner, Kirsten Norden has experience in many different sports, first as a gymnast and then a...
Meet our members: Ashlee Uren
With our talented members spread all over the country, MPA is hoping to help bring the community together by highlighting some of our incredible people. Starting in the Australian Capital Territory, Ashlee Uren is a lawyer by day but outside of business hours is a...