EVENT CALENDAR
The Mini Car Club of NSW does not accept any responsibility for errors shown herein due to dates and venues changing without the club being notified.
Please always confirm the event with the organising club.
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This “Calendar of Events” list and the clubs website “Current Events” is the clubs official “Daybook” of events for Historic and Classic cars usage.
Events published on this website or Facebook page are eligible for Mini Car Club historic or Classic/Modified club plated cars to attend without requiring an entry into your logbook..
Please ensure you have a copy of the event details with you in the car.
FACT SHEET: Historic and classic vehicles log book
Before attending any event please refer to this website or our Facebook page for updates on meetings as locations and times may change.

2025 Social Events Summary
19th January – Welcome 2025 BBQ8th February - Fish and Chip run- 9th March – Southern Highlands via South Nat. Park to Robertson Pies
- 6-11th April – Minis on Safari
- 18th May - National Motoring Heritage Day,
- 25th May – Bangers at Burragorang.
- 6-9th June – Hay Mini Nationals
- 5th June – Central Coast
- 13th July – Winter run - Southern Highlands via Picton
- 9/10th August - Rylstone Classic
- 17th August - Shannons Classic
- 15th September – All British Day
- 21st September - Phil Briggs Run
- 18-19th October - Kandos Weekend
- 9th November – Blue Mountains. Hillbilly Cider and Pizza?
- 14th December - Annual Xmas Picnic/Club Plate Inspection
MARCH
SATURDAY, MARCH 8TH 2025
HAWKS NEST MOTORFEST 2025

Show and Shine of Classic and Historic cars, the Tea Gardens Hawks Nest Motorfest is held at Myall Park oval, off Yamba St., Hawks Nest.
Gates open at 8am and all vehicles must be in position by 9.45am, with the Official Opening at 10.00am and wrapup from 2pm.
The Mini Car Club of NSW has been registered for members to attend but at this stage there is no plans for a convoy from Sydney.
Note: Distance from Thornleigh Mc Donalds to Hawkes Nest is Approx. 200km
For more information, please contact Michael Benton 0411019112.
Gus Staunton PointsSUNDAY 9TH MARCH 2025
SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS VIA MACQUARIE PASS
We are watching the weather and will make a decision on Saturday 8th whether to continue or postpone
Motorsport Australia Social Permit: Event no. 5,677
Sunday drive to the Robertson Pie Shop via the southern end of the Royal National Park and Sea Cliff bridge, travel through Wollongong then wind our way up Macquarie Pass and onto Robertson for lunch.
Meet at McDonalds, Heathcote 8:30am for a 9:00am departure.
30 min. drive from Heathcote to Bald Hill Lookout. 15min stop to admire the view. Depart 9:45 and continue south down Lawrence Hargrave Drive to cross over Sea cliff bridge and along the coast to Wollongong with a 15-20 min stop at Flagstaff Point Lighthouse, 10:30am. Depart 10:50am and continue south to travel on the Princes Highway through Albion Park to McDonalds at the southern end of the town, 11:20am.
Arrive at Robertson Pie shop approx. 12:15pm
No RSVP Just turn up on the day.
For more information please contact Michael Benton 0411019112 or email: social@miniclub.com.au.
Please check the Club’s website or Facebook page for any updates
Gus Staunton PointsTUESDAY, 11TH MARCH 2025
COMMITTEE MEETING
The Committee meets at 7:00pm Venue details, Pertronic Industries Unit 9, 38-46 South Street, Rydalmere. If you have any matters for discussion by committee, forward your request to the Club Secretary or call your favourite committee member.Please check the Club's website or Facebook page for any updates
FRIDAY, 14TH MARCH 2025
GENERAL MEETING

SUNDAY, 16th MARCH
NSW STATE KHANACROSS
Run by the Hills District Car Club to be held at Hampton, this is a dirt surface More info please contact Shane O'Hara on 0421 461 112FRIDAY, 21st MARCH 2025
ENTHUSIAST MEETING
All Club members and visitors are invited. Meeting starts at 7pm, the Mini Car Club of NSW is full of enthusiastic members with restoration projects at various stages of completion or seeking assistance with a Mini maintenance problem. If you have a specific issue or would just like to come along and talk about Minis in general then you are welcome to join our informal group . Meet at Joes house , 29 Birdwood St Denistone East, for further information please Contact Joe 0439 485 352 Gus Staunton PointsSATURDAY 22nd MARCH 2025
MCC SOCIAL CAMPING WEEKEND
Come & spend the day enjoying swimming in the Colo River & the use of our kayaks, paddle board & of course lift jackets, BBQ facilities, lights toilet & shower available for you to use.
Maybe we can organise a cricket game on the green.
You will need to BYO everything else, including torches & camping equipment.
All members are invited to join a great social event for a nominal cost of $20 per campsite.
Contact Glynis Heydon 0408 865 955 & reserve your spot!
The address is 370 Lower Colo Road, Lower Portland
Gates open 10am.
Be part or the crowd & join in the fun!


SUNDAY 23rd MARCH 2025
MCC MOTORKHANA – COME & TRY DAY
Open to Mini Car Club of NSW financial members who wish to have a try Club level Motorkhanas.
Open to Mini Car Club of NSW financial members who wish to have a try Club level Motorkhanas.
Juniors from 12 years upwards are welcome “Come & Try” with an experienced instructor in the car to show you the ropes. The Club Motorkhana grounds are on the banks of the Colo River, 370 Lower Colo Road, Lower Portland
Sausage sizzle & drinks available to purchase for lunch on Sunday.
Gates open 8am, Scrutineering from 8.30am, Drivers briefing 9.45am Events start 10am. Entry fee to be advised. The events will be run on a grass surface. No rally, hand cuts, mud and snow tyres etc. Secretary Glynis Heydon 0408 865 955 Motorsport Australia permits will be obtained and the Supp Regs will be available from Glynis Please check the Club’s website or Facebook page for any updates
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Gus Staunton Points.
SUNDAY, 30TH MARCH 2025
NSW STATE MOTORKHANA
Run by Westlakes Auto Club at Awaba, dirt surface More info please contact Kristen Hadley 0423 170 259TUESDAY, 1st APRIL 2025
COMMITTEE MEETING
Meetings commence at 7pm Venue details, Unit 9, 38-46 South Street, Rydalmere. Meeting is early this month due to Minis on Safari Please check the website and Facebook page for any updates If you have any matters for discussion by Committee, forward your request to the Club Secretary or call your favourite committee member.TUESDAY, 1st APRIL 2025
OASIS RUN – Northern Beaches
Refer to MCC or CMC website for the latest details: https://www.councilofmotorclubs.org.au/
Les. 9838 8063 m: 0418 973 866
SATURDAY ,5th & SUNDAY, 6th APRIL 2025
NSW STATE MOTORKHANA
THIS EVENT HAS NOW BEEN CANCELLEDSUNDAY, 6TH APRIL - SATURDAY, 11TH APRIL 2024
MINIS ON SAFARI

Please enter your details in this > Registration Form
The event entry will be closed on Friday 7th February. You are still welcome to attend but will be required to obtain your own accommodation either in our pre-booked motels or at a close by Motel.FRIDAY, 11th APRIL 2025
GENERAL MEETING

SUNDAY, 13TH APRIL 2025
MCC MOTORKHANA CHAMPIONSHIP

Open to Mini Car Club of NSW financial members only.
Gates open 8am, scrutineering from 8.30am
Drivers briefing 9.45am.
370 Lower Colo Road, Lower Portland.
Follow Putty Road and turn left down to Lower Colo Road,
Before the Colo Bridge.
The event will be run on a grass surface.
No rally, hand cuts, mud or snow tyres etc.
Clerk of the Course is Phil Boyd 0412 521 058
Secretary is Glynis Heydon 0408 865 955
For updates please refer to www. miniclub.com.au or Mini Car Club Facebook page. Drivers & Motorkhana points. Gus Staunton points.FRIDAY, 18th APRIL 2025
ENTHUSIAST MEETING
All Club members and visitors are invited. Meeting starts at 7pm, the Mini Car Club of NSW is full of enthusiastic members with restoration projects at various stages of completion or seeking assistance with a Mini maintenance problem. If you have a specific issue or would just like to come along and talk about Minis in general then you are welcome to join our informal group . Meet at Joes house , 29 Birdwood St Denistone East, for further information Contact Joe 0439 485 352 Gus Staunton PointsFRIDAY, 18TH APRIL
EASTER WEEKEND

MAY
SUNDAY 4TH MAY 2025
BANGERS AT BURRAGORANG
Mini Car Club members will enjoy a cruise along some of Western Sydney back roads to Burragorong Lookout for BBQ bangers and soft drinks.
Meet at McDonalds, Reservoir Road, Arndell Park 9:30am for a 10am departure. (Note: McDonalds M4 has closed) We will travel backroads through Luddenham and Wallacia, Silverdale Road to The Oaks and our destination at the Burragorong Lookout picnic area.
Parking is $4 per day and the machine takes coins or credit card. Bring chairs and a picnic rugs.
Picnic tables and BBQ,s are available. BBQ sausage sandwich and soft drink will cost $5 per person.
Please RSVP by Friday 2nd May to Michael or fill in the Online form on our website
For more information or to advise you will be attending please contact Michael Benton 0411019112 Please check the Club’s website or Facebook page for any updates
Gus Staunton Points
SUNDAY 4th MAY 2025
NSW MOTORKHANA CHAMPIONSHIP
Nirimba Tarmac
Hills District Car Club
Shane O’Hara 0412461112
TUESDAY 6TH MAY 2025
OASIS RUN
Refer to MCC or CMC website for the latest details: https://www.councilofmotorclubs.org.au/
Les. 9838 8063 m: 0418 973 866
TUESDAY, 6TH MAY 2025
COMMITTEE MEETING
The Committee is currently meeting at Pertronic Industries, Unit 9, 38-46 South Street, Rydalmere.
If you have any matters for discussion by committee, forward your request to the Club Secretary or call your favourite committee member.
Meetings commence at 7pm
Please check the Club’s website or Facebook page for any updates
FRIDAY, 9TH MAY 2025
GENERAL MEETING

All members and friends are invited to attend our Club's General Meetings.
This year our meetings are held at Viking Sports Club, 35 Quarry Road, Dundas Valley.
Meetings commence at 7:30pm
Dinner is available in the Club’s Bistro from 5.30pm
Please note: If you intend to come along for dinner please RSVP to Rob Weir for a reservation in the Bistro. email: robertweir@optusnet.com.au or ph 0418161918
Plenty of parking.
Please check the Club’s website or Facebook page for any updates
Gus Staunton Points
SUNDAY 11TH MAY 2025
MOTHERS DAY

FRIDAY, 16TH MAY 2025
MINI ENTHUSIASTS MEETING
All Club members and visitors are invited. Meeting starts at 7pm.
The Mini Car Club of NSW is full of enthusiastic members with restoration projects at various stages of completion or seeking assistance with a Mini maintenance problem. If you have a specific issue or would just like to come along and talk about Minis, then you are welcome to join our informal group.
Meet at Joe's house, 29 Birdwood Street, Denistone East.
For further information Contact Joe Zulian 0439 485 352
Gus Staunton Points
SUNDAY 18TH MAY 2025
NATIONAL MOTORING HERITAGE DAY
National Motoring Heritage Day is where the Council of Motor Clubs, asks members of all affiliated car clubs to drive their cars to pre-determined locations around NSW to celebrate the history of the motor car. This year the Mini Car Club of NSW will have a choice of convoys travelling to different venues.
Multiple locations
As per previous years the Mini Car Club of NSW will probably nominate the Hobby & Motor Show at East Kurrajong School of Arts, Stanley Park, East Kurrajong.
Open 9am till 3pm Entry $5. Show-n-Shine trophies presented at 2pm
Convoy Details: Meet at the McDonalds, Groves Road, Mulgrave, 8am for 8:30am departure.
For more details and to RSVP please contact Michael Benton 0411 019 112.
Alternative destinations are:
Campbelltown Steam & Machinery Museum, at 86 Menangle Rd, Menangle.
Museum of Fire, Penrith. https://www.museumoffire.net/
For more details please refer to the Clubs website
Gus Staunton Points
SUNDAY 18TH MAY 2025
NSW MOTORKHANA CHAMPIONSHIP
Nirimba Tarmac
Renault Car Club
Bob Sprague 0414670320
SUNDAY 25TH MAY 2025
MCC MOTORKHANA CHAMPIONSHIP
Open to Mini Car Club of NSW financial members
The Club Motorkhana grounds are on the banks of the Colo River, 370 Lower Colo Road, Lower Portland
Gates open 8am, Scrutineering from 8.30am, Drivers briefing 9.45am
Events start 10am
The events will be run on a grass surface. No rally, hand cuts or mud and snow tyres etc.
Secretary Glynis Heydon 0408 865 955
Motorsport Australia permits to be obtained and the Supp Regs will be available from Glynis and will be on the Webpage when available.
Please check the Club's website or Facebook page for any updates
Drivers & Motorkhana points.
Gus Staunton points.
JUNE 2025
TUESDAY, 3RD JUNE 2025
OASIS RUN
Refer to MCC or CMC website for the latest details: https://www.councilofmotorclubs.org.au/
Les. 9838 8063 m: 0418 973 866
FRIDAY 6TH JUNE 2025
HAY MINI NATIONAL WELCOME BBQ
SATURDAY 7TH JUNE 2025
HAY MINI NATIONALS SHOW N SHINE
More details about Hay Mini Nationals will be available in the next magazine and on our Clubs website as we get closer to the event
SUNDAY 8TH JUNE 2025
HAY MINI NATIONALS MOTORKHANA
More details about Hay Mini Nationals will be available in the next magazine and on our Clubs website as we get closer to the event
TUESDAY, 10TH JUNE 2025
COMMITTEE MEETING
The Committee is currently meeting at Pertronic Industries, Unit 9, 38-46 South Street, Rydalmere.
Meetings commence at 7pm
Please check the Club’s website or Facebook page for any updates
FRIDAY, 13TH JUNE 2025
GENERAL MEETING

All members and friends are invited to attend our Club's General Meetings.
This year our meetings are held at Viking Sports Club, 35 Quarry Road, Dundas Valley.
Meetings commence at 7:30pm
Dinner is available in the Club’s Bistro from 5.30pm
Please note: If you intend to come along for dinner please RSVP to Rob Weir for a reservation in the Bistro. email: robertweir@optusnet.com.au or ph 0418161918
Plenty of parking.
Please check the Club’s website or Facebook page for any updates
Gus Staunton Points
SUNDAY 15TH JUNE 2025
SOCIAL EVENT TO CENTRAL COAST
More details to comeSUNDAY 15TH JUNE 2025
NSW STATE MOTORKHANA CHAMPIONSHIP
Nirimba Tarmac
Thornleigh Car Club
Nicole Crowley 0409 987 210
FRIDAY, 20TH JUNE 2025
MINI ENTHUSIASTS MEETING
All Club members and visitors are invited. Meeting starts at 7pm.
Meet at Joe's house, 29 Birdwood Street, Denistone East.
For further information Contact Joe Zulian 0439 485 352
Gus Staunton Points
Other Events of Interest
OASIS EVENTS
2025 Events
Minis in the Gong Runs

If you own a Mini or a Mini Variant, or a BMW MINI you will be more than welcome to accompany any of our events. You don’t have to be in the Gong to join in. We regularly see ACT, Sydney & Southern Highlands cars. There are no membership or joining fees as MITG is this website, and that is all it is.
Start: Key Batteries, Crn Mt Keira Rd & Abercrombie St
For more information on upcoming events please view the online Calendar on their website:
Please always check the website events calendar before attending for any updates, changes or cancellations. Info and events are also posted under the “Events” section of their Facebook page:
www.facebook.com/minisinthegong/
Phill Boye: 0429 671 649
IMPORTANT: Due to a variety of circumstances e.g. poor weather, road closures, time, lack of numbers or vehicle breakdowns, we may need to change or cancel a planned route or meeting point at the last minute. On these occasions we will try to post in the forum and/or on Facebook, however this is not always possible.
Therefore if you DO intend to meet us along the route somewhere, please let us know by making a post in the General Forum or on Facebook. This way we can try and let you know if there is a last minute change to plans.
Contact Phill Boye 0429 671 649
Please note that all Minis in the Gong events are now on our Gus Staunton Points.
Mini Car Club members please remember to sign the attendance sheet.
Sydney Minis Monthly Meet Up!
Second Wednesday of the Month (SWOM)
Paddy’s Brewery 268 Parramatta Road, Flemington We meet on the Second Wednesday of each Month at 7:30pm for a light meal and the people who attend then decide on the destination for a short cruise and photo opportunity. There is plenty of parking available within view of the bistro courtyard. Keep up to date via the website www.sydneyMinis.com or Facebook page
Minis on the Coast – Monthly cruises
Minis on The Coast is a social car group for Mini owners and Mini fans based on the NSW Central Coast.
All Mini models are welcome from classic through to the latest.
We meet on the 2nd Monday of the month,
Contact: (Floyd) 0407 928 473
Monday Mini Run
A monthly run on the 2nd Monday of the month.
Are you free and want to take your car for a drive?
Meeting place will be the Manor at Yarramalong (Angel Sussurri, 1-4 Linga Rd,) and will be a fixed venue.
No starting point, just make your way there for an approx. 10:30am cuppa and chat.
No RSVP needed, only condition, it must be mini / MINI if fine weather or road car if wet weather.
Look forward to catching up with everyone over the coming months.
Contact: Jennifer Thorn 0411 038 927
Please refer to our Facebook page “Minis on the Coast” for the latest event details and updates.
1st Sunday of the month
Auto Brunch St Ives showground
Held at the picturesque St Ives Showgrounds, Mona Vale road,
Updates are on their Facebook page, Auto Brunch NSSCC
For further information and update please contact the North Shore Sporting Car Club.
Last Sunday of the month
Cars & Coffee Southern Highlands NSW
Roll up and check out the array of classic and vintage cars on display.. Hot Rods, classics, vintage, veteran , sports cars and more! 8am - 11am every last Sunday of the month Everyone is welcome, whether you bring your own classic car or just want to chat to fellow enthusiasts! Contact Grant Freeman ph 0422538539
Second Sunday of every 2nd month (August 14th 2022, October, December 11th, etc)
Cars and Coffee- Menai
Second Sunday of every second month (August 14th 2022, October, December 11th, etc) Just a gathering of car folk early on a Sunday morning to grab a coffee and chat about our cars! Menai cars and coffee is now being held on the First Sunday of every second month .Just had the last one last Sunday (Feb 2nd 2020) more info can be found on the menai cars and coffee Facebook page . Steam Brothers Coffee and Six Shooter Coffee at Menai Central. To stay up to date with any upcoming events, like our Facebook page. “cars and coffee menai” carsandcoffeemenai
Would love to have more minis!
third Sunday of every month
Classic Cars & Coffee Rouse Hill - Supercheap
All Pre-1992 classic, Muscle cars, Hot rods, Vintage etc. owners,
Great venue, free admission and dust free environment
Meets starts 6:30am -9:30am
3rd Sunday - Supercheap Car Park
Commercial Rd, Rouse Hill
There will coffee vans, and scrumptious Bacon & Egg rolls
For further information & details https://www.facebook.com/ClassicCarsandCoffeeRousehill
Cruise & Dine Night
Second Saturday of each Month –
Hungry Jacks Sylvania
Cnr. Box Rd and Port Hacking Road
A casual meet & greet for hot rod & custom car enthusiasts, from 5:30pm.
Please note that all convoys may not be published in the Clubs East West magazine and if you would like to participate please refer to updates on our web page www.miniclub.com.au or our face book page to get the latest convoy details. It is important to check for additional events or updated details on our web page or contact the event organiser prior to attending. All events published on this website or Facebook page are eligible for Mini Car Club historic or modified club plated cars to attend without requiring an entry into your logbook.. Please ensure you have a copy of the event details with you in the car.
Please keep up to date on any changes to our club's events by contacting the organiser or referring to our website of Facebook page.
Thank you for being a part of our groupRecent News
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Reminder MCC – Come and Try – Motorkhana March 8, 2025
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Memberships and Renewals February 21, 2025
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Updated Calendar of Events January 29, 2025
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Minis on Safari October 21, 2024
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AGM Committee Results October 21, 2024