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IFBB Mr and Miss NSW 1981

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A Contest Report on the IFBB 1981 NSW titles. George Costa would proved too good and win the Open Mens title whilst Sue-Ellen McElvey would win the female crown. Source: Paul Graham's Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol. 2 No. 1) Page 14 - Paul Graham's Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol. 2 No. 1) Page 15 -…

‘Mr Olympia 1980’ The ‘Olympia Fiasco’ by Frank Burwash

ContestsAugust 29, 2025258Views 0Likes 0Comments

This is a reprint of the iconic scathing synopsis of the 1980 Mr Olympia by Frank Burwash. The article originally appeared in the 6th Issue of Rocco Oppedisano's "Muscle Australia" in November 1980 as a one page flash report without any photos. It was short, sharp and to the point. The article was that…

Walker Surprise

ContestsJune 8, 2025391Views 0Likes 0Comments

Roger Walker, flew down from Sydney to win the 1981 P.B.B.I. Mr East Coast and the $1000 cash prize, which shocked the other P.B.B.I. professionals entered into the event. Roger had been booked to conduct seminars at Frank Burwash's Gym and his entry was kept from the other competitors to avoid any late withdrawals. The…

Mr & Miss Melbourne and Mr South Eastern Australia Report

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The contest report of the 1981 Mr & Miss Melbourne and the Mr South Eastern Australia titles. Arthur Argyriou and Karen Wilfing would win the Melbourne titles whist Rocco Opedisano would outgun Graeme Lancefield for th Mr South Eastern Australia title. Source: Muscle Australia - Issue 8 (May 1981) Page #8 - Muscle Australia -…

MR. SOUTHERN UNIVERSE 1981

ContestsMay 14, 2025292Views 0Likes 0Comments

This event, held at the Dallas Brookes Hall in April 1981 was an exciting event that fans of Australian bodybuilding will long remember. The show consisted of the following events, Junior Mr Victoria, Intermediate Mr Victoria, Professional Mr Victoria, Miss Victoria and the feature event the Professional Mr & Miss. Southern Universe. Peter Lindsay would with…

Australian Bodybuilding Championships

ContestsMarch 23, 2025314Views 0Likes 0Comments

An excellent contest report on the 1982 IFBB Mr Australia. Source: Paul Graham's Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.2 No.5) Page #7 - Paul Graham's Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.2 No.5) Page #8 - Paul Graham's Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.2 No.5) Page #9 - Paul Graham's Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.2 No.5) Page #10 - Paul Graham's Australasian…

Mr and Miss South Pacific 1982

ContestsMarch 18, 2025235Views 0Likes 0Comments

A great contest report on the 1982 Mr & Miss South Pacific. George Costa would win the title ahead of other class winners John Koziura (SA) and Harry Haureliuk (ACT). Susy Martin would win the women's title. Source: Paul Graham's Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.2 No.3) Page #20 - Paul Graham's Australasian Muscle & Fitness…

What’s New in the Sunshine State

ContestsMarch 6, 2025323Views 0Likes 0Comments

A contest report on the 1981 IFBB Queensland State Championships. Source: Paul Graham's Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.2 No.2) Page #23 - Paul Graham's Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.2 No.2) Page #25 - Paul Graham's Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.2 No.2)

The Pro Universe and the Pro-Am World Cup: How does Paul Graham do it!

ContestsMarch 5, 2025391Views 0Likes 0Comments

A great article on the upcoming IFBB Mr Universe and World Cup held in Australia in 1981. Source: Paul Graham's Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.2 No.2) Page #19 - Paul Graham's Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.2 No.2) Page #20 - Paul Graham's Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.2 No.2) Page #21 - Paul Graham's Australasian Muscle & Fitness…

Mr and Miss Australia Bodybuilding Championships, 1981

ContestsMarch 4, 2025422Views 0Likes 0Comments

1,000 spectators witnessed 85 contestants from around Australia compete at the 1981 Australian titles. Billy Knight and Carole Bennett would win the titles. This is a comprehensive account of the event. Source: Paul Graham's Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.2 No.2) Page #11 - Paul Graham's Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.2 No.2) Page #12 - Paul Graham's…

Dennis Tinnerino Wins Pro Am Universe

ContestsJanuary 17, 2025633Views 0Likes 0Comments

A fantastic contest report on the 1981 IFBB Pro Mr Universe. Dennis Tinerino would narrowly take the title ahead of Roger Walker. The magnificent Tony Pearson would take third. Both Bill Pearl and the injured Bertil Fox would guest pose whilst Arnold Schwarzenegger would provide the seminar of the century. Source: Paul Graham's Australasian Muscle…

Gold Coast Report

ContestsJanuary 9, 2025388Views 0Likes 0Comments

George Johns wins the 1981 Mr Gold Coast. Source: Paul Graham's Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.2 No.3) Page #53 - Paul Graham's Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.2 No.3)

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IFBB Mr and Miss NSW 1981

‘Mr Olympia 1980’ The ‘Olympia Fiasco’ by Frank Burwash

Walker Surprise

Mr & Miss Melbourne and Mr South Eastern Australia Report

MR. SOUTHERN UNIVERSE 1981

Australian Bodybuilding Championships

Mr and Miss South Pacific 1982

What’s New in the Sunshine State

The Pro Universe and the Pro-Am World Cup: How does Paul Graham do it!

Mr and Miss Australia Bodybuilding Championships, 1981

Dennis Tinnerino Wins Pro Am Universe

Gold Coast Report

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