History

Modern hot air ballooning in Australia began with the formation of the Aerostat Society by students and staff at the University of Sydney in 1964.

In 1978 the ABF succeeded the Aerostat Society as the prime organisation representing sport balloonists in Australia.

Past Presidents

The first President of the ABF was Eddie Selman who was also the Director of the first two National Championships.

1978 - 1981 Eddie Selman
1981 - 1984 Dale Allen
1984 - 1987 Adrian Clements
1987 - 1991 Ian Tooth
1991 - 1992 Daryl Stuart
1992 - 1993 Kay Turnbull
1993 - 1995 Danny Galbraith
1995 - 1997 Daryl Stuart 
1997 - 1998 Ruth Wilson
1998 - 2000 Adam Barrow
2000 - 2009 Gary Pask
2009 - 2011 Chris (Scobie) Peart 
2011 - 2016 Paul Gibbs
2016 - Current Martin Tregale