16/10/2026
🏁 Rest easy, Mark Baker 🏁
Once again, a dark cloud hangs over the ORANZ family as we learn of the passing of long-time offroad racing member, supporter, helper and friend, Mark Baker.
There are never quite the right words when we lose one of our own. A familiar face missing from the track leaves a space that results and trophies can never fill. It is the people, the friendships and the years spent sharing this sport that stay with us long after the dust has settled.
Mark was part of that story. Through his time, his support and his willingness to lend a hand, he helped make our offroad community what it is. We will remember him with gratitude, and we will miss him.
To Mark’s family and those closest to him, our hearts are with you. Thank you for sharing him with our racing family. We hope you find some comfort in knowing he mattered to so many people and will be remembered with warmth and affection.
As we say goodbye, we like to picture him alongside those who have gone before—swapping racing stories, sharing a laugh and listening for the engines to fire up once more.
The chequered flag may have fallen on your time with us, Mark, but you will always have a place in our sport and in our hearts.
Race on beyond the dust, our friend.
We’ll carry your memory with us. 🖤🏁