Upcoming Events


On this page you will find the upcoming events for the months following the most recent magazine release. If you need events further to this please see our Events Calendar.

UPCOMING EVENTS: september 2026

WEDNESDAY 9TH
SYDNEY MINIS
Sydney Minis is a facebook group with many participants also members of the Mini Car Club of NSW who regularly attend these events.
We meet at 7:00pm for a great pub meal and lots of talk about Minis then the people who attend decide on the destination for a cruise and photo opportunity somewhere around Sydney.
Markets Hotel, 268 Parramatta Road, Flemington
Plenty of parking available within view of the bistro courtyard.
Always check ‘SYDNEYMINIS’ Facebook group for any changes.
(This is a regular Mini Car Club of NSW advertised event and Historic plated cars can attend these events)
friday 11th
general meeting
All members and friends are invited to attend our Club’s General Meetings.
Meetings commence at 7:30pm Viking Sports Club, 35 Quarry Road, Dundas Valley. Plenty of parking.
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
Please check the Club’s website and Facebook page for any updates
Gus Staunton points
sunday 13th
42nd all british day
HAWKESBURY SHOWGROUND
The annual All British Day is held at Hawkesbury Showground, Racecourse Road, Clarendon.
This event is the annual Show and Shine for the Mini Car Club of NSW so clean and polish up your Mini or MINI and come along for a great day with prizes and trophies awarded for various categories. Entry to the Show n Shine is not compulsory and display cars are most welcome.
Free entry for Mini Car Club of NSW members. Our Club has again purchased a block of $10 entry tickets which for members are free. Non Mini Club members are welcome @ $10
Free entry for spectators
Gates open at 7:30am with the aim to have all cars in place by 9.00am. Note: We are looking for a couple of entry marshals if you can help.
Entry for all competitors and spectators is via the main Entrance from Racecourse Road.
For more information or to arrange for your entry ticket please contact Bruce Keyvar 0417 049625 or Dave Durrant 0414 834 499 Or register online via our Online Form>>. Entry Ticket Form
(More details on page 11 of the East West magazine or check out the Post on this website. ALL BRITISH DAY 2026
Gus Staunton Points
SUNDAY 13TH
MINIS IN THE GONG: SHORT RUN
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.
Meet: 8:30am, Key Batteries, Cnr, Mt Keira Rd & Abercrombie St, West Wollongong. Depart 9:00am

www.minisinthegong.com.au
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/
(Mini Car Club of NSW historic plated cars may attend these events)
Phill Boye: 0429 671 649
MONDAY 14TH
MINIS ON THE COAST: COFFEE AND CHAT
Are you free and want to take your Mini/MINI for a drive?
Meeting place is at the Manor, Yarramalong (Angel Sussurri, 1-4 Linga Rd,)
No starting point, just make your way there by approx.10:30am for a cuppa and chat.
No RSVP needed, only condition, it must be mini / MINI if fine weather or road car if wet weather.
Contact: Jennifer Thorn, 0411038927
We are a Central Coast group of Mini enthusiasts and welcome all Mini models from Classic through to the latest MINI’s.
3 types of social events are arranged each month which are listed on our ‘Minis on the Coast’ Facebook page. Search “Minis on the Coast”
wednesday 16th
mini enthusiasts meeting
All Club members, friends and visitors are invited.
Meetings commence at 7:30pm, Markets Hotel, 268 Parramatta Road, Flemington
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.
For further information Contact Joe Zulian 0439 485 352
Gus Staunton Points
wednesday 16th
MINIS ON THE COAST: DINNER DATE
Contact: Jennifer Thorn, 0411038927
Minis on the Coast
We are a Central Coast group of Mini enthusiasts and welcome all Mini models from Classic through to the latest MINI’s.
3 types of social events are arranged each month which are listed on our ‘Minis on the Coast’ Facebook page. Search “Minis on the Coast”
sunday 20th
phil briggs run
This year our annual run is to Glenorie Bakery for lunch.
Meet at McDonald’s McGrath’s Hill, Cnr Groves Ave and Windsor Rd, McGrath’s Hill 10.00am for 10.30am departure.
For more information or to confirm you will be attending please contact Ian Thompson 0409041166.
Please note this is a pre booked event and will require RSVP to Ian by 18th September 2026
Gus Staunton points
sunday 27th
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 at 10am and will be run on a grass surface. No rally, hand cuts or mud and snow tyres etc.
Secretary Glynis Heydon 0408 865 955
Motorkhana points.
Gus Staunton points.
sunday 27th
MINIS ON THE COAST: CRUISE ‘N’ LUNCH
Drive as a Mini convoy to lunch at various locations.
Contact: Jennifer Thorn, 0411038927
We are a Central Coast group of Mini enthusiasts and welcome all Mini models from Classic through to the latest MINI’s.
3 types of social events are arranged each month which are listed on our ‘Minis on the Coast’ Facebook page. Search “Minis on the Coast”

UPCOMING EVENTS: OCTOBER 2026

MONDAY 5TH
COMMITTEE MEETING
The Committee meets in the Glass Room.
Commences at 7pm.
Please check the Club’s website or 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.
MONDAY 5TH
PUBLIC HOLIDAY
PUBLIC HOLIDAY – LABOUR DAY
tuesday 6TH
oasis run
MEET: McDonalds, Vineyard
LUNCH: Club Lawson
Details & Bookings: Murray Irwin email: mcix19@outlook.com ph: 0449896008

Refer to CMC website for the latest details: https://www.councilofmotorclubs.org.au
FRIDAY 9TH
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
All members and friends are invited to attend our Club’s General Meetings.
Meetings commence at 7:30pm.
Please check the Club’s website and Facebook page for any updates.
Presentation of Annual trophies and Service awards followed by the election of the 2027 Committee. (see page 11)
If you would like to become more involved with our Club then please contact Rob Weir for a nomination form which is to be submitted prior to the 7th October committee meeting.
Dinner will be available at the Bistro from 5.30pm.
Please note: If you intend to come along for dinner please RSVP to Rob Weir for a table reservation. email robertweir@optusnet.com.au or ph 0418161918
Plenty of parking
Gus Staunton points  
SAT 10TH-SUN 11TH
BATHURST 1000
Mount Panorama Motor Racing Circuit
MONDAY 12TH
SOCIAL EVENT – MORNING TEA – Cancelled
A new event for 2026.
As a number of our members have retired we are planning to arrange a get together on a Monday for morning tea or lunch. More info to be provided in early 2026.

For more information and to confirm you will be attending please contact Michael Benton 0411019112 or social@miniclub.com.au.
Please check the website and Facebook page for any updates.

Gus Staunton Points
MONDAY 12TH
MINIS ON THE COAST: COFFEE AND CHAT
Are you free and want to take your Mini/MINI for a drive?
Meeting place is at the Manor, Yarramalong (Angel Sussurri, 1-4 Linga Rd,)
No starting point, just make your way there by approx.10:30am for a cuppa and chat.
No RSVP needed, only condition, it must be mini / MINI if fine weather or road car if wet weather.
Contact: Jennifer Thorn, 0411038927
We are a Central Coast group of Mini enthusiasts and welcome all Mini models from Classic through to the latest MINI’s.
3 types of social events are arranged each month which are listed on our ‘Minis on the Coast’ Facebook page. Search “Minis on the Coast”
WEDNESDAY 14TH
SYDNEY MINIS
Sydney Minis is a facebook group with many participants also members of the Mini Car Club of NSW who regularly attend these events.
We meet at 7:00pm for a great pub meal and lots of talk about Minis then the people who attend decide on the destination for a cruise and photo opportunity somewhere around Sydney.
Markets Hotel, 268 Parramatta Road, Flemington
Plenty of parking available within view of the bistro courtyard.
Always check ‘SYDNEYMINIS’ Facebook group for any changes.
(This is a regular Mini Car Club of NSW advertised event and Historic plated cars can attend these events)
WEDNESDAY 21ST
mini enthusiasts meeting
All Club members, friends and visitors are invited.
Meetings commence at 7:30pm, Markets Hotel, 268 Parramatta Road, Flemington
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.
For further information Contact Joe Zulian 0439 485 352
Gus Staunton Points
wednesday 21ST
MINIS ON THE COAST: DINNER DATE
Contact: Jennifer Thorn, 0411038927
Minis on the Coast
We are a Central Coast group of Mini enthusiasts and welcome all Mini models from Classic through to the latest MINI’s.
3 types of social events are arranged each month which are listed on our ‘Minis on the Coast’ Facebook page. Search “Minis on the Coast”
SAT 24TH-SUN 25TH
BATHURST KANDOS WEEKEND
Enjoy a weekend away driving on the back roads from Sydney to Bathurst for a lap around the famous track with an overnight stay at Kandos.
Meet at McDonald’s March Street, Richmond 8.30am for 9.00am departure.
Travel along the Bells Line of Road to Bell, turn left onto the Causeway to Mount Victoria, then along Great Western Highway to Hartley then left onto Jenolan Caves Road and follow through to Oberon. 11am Stop at Oberon for 30mins morning tea
11:30am drive to Bathurst approx. 1hr arrive 12:30pm, 12:30 – 2pm lunch.
2pm -4pm visit Bathurst track and Tourist stuff
4pm depart Bathurst for Kandos, arrive Kandos 5:30pm, Check-in – free time
A number of rooms have been booked at the Kandos Fairways Motel. Please contact Joe to confirm your attendance and room requirements.

Please note this is a pre booked event and I will require RSVP by 20th October 2026 to confirm accommodation and any meal bookings.
For more information or to confirm you will be attending please contact Joe Zulian 0439 485 352

Gus Staunton Points
sunday 25th
MINIS ON THE COAST: CRUISE ‘N’ LUNCH
Drive as a Mini convoy to lunch at various locations.
Contact: Jennifer Thorn, 0411038927
We are a Central Coast group of Mini enthusiasts and welcome all Mini models from Classic through to the latest MINI’s.
3 types of social events are arranged each month which are listed on our ‘Minis on the Coast’ Facebook page. Search “Minis on the Coast”

UPCOMING EVENTS: NOVEMBER 2026

SUNDAY 1ST
MINIS IN THE GONG: ANNUAL SHOW
Where: Australian Motorlife Museum, Integral Energy Park, 94 Darkes Road, Kembla Grange NSW 2526
The museum is our location for the show and has one of the largest collections of motoring memorabilla and motor vehicles in Australia and well worth a visit on the day.
Exhibits: All Minis, Mini Mokes, BMW MINIS, and Mini Variants. Don’t be fussy about the condition of your car, if it’s a Mini and you can get it there, we want to see it!
Awards: Trophies will be awarded for “Car of the Year” voted by exhibitioners, and the “Motorlife Award” voted by members of the Motorlife Museum.
Cost: Free entry for public and exhibitioners. No registration required.
Food: Coffee van with hot drinks and snacks, Sausage sizzle or BYO picnic lunch.
MONDAY 9TH
COMMITTEE MEETING
The Committee meets in the Glass Room at the Silver Water Hotel.
Commences at 7pm.
Please check the Club’s website or 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.
MONDAY 9TH
MINIS ON THE COAST: COFFEE AND CHAT
Are you free and want to take your Mini/MINI for a drive?
Meeting place is at the Manor, Yarramalong (Angel Sussurri, 1-4 Linga Rd,)
No starting point, just make your way there by approx.10:30am for a cuppa and chat.
No RSVP needed, only condition, it must be mini / MINI if fine weather or road car if wet weather.
Contact: Jennifer Thorn, 0411038927
We are a Central Coast group of Mini enthusiasts and welcome all Mini models from Classic through to the latest MINI’s.
3 types of social events are arranged each month which are listed on our ‘Minis on the Coast’ Facebook page. Search “Minis on the Coast”
tuesday 10TH
oasis run
MEET: Mount Lewis Bowling Club
Details & Bookings: Les Watton

Refer to CMC website for the latest details: https://www.councilofmotorclubs.org.au
WEDNESDAY 11TH
SYDNEY MINIS
Sydney Minis is a facebook group with many participants also members of the Mini Car Club of NSW who regularly attend these events.
We meet at 7:00pm for a great pub meal and lots of talk about Minis then the people who attend decide on the destination for a cruise and photo opportunity somewhere around Sydney.
Markets Hotel, 268 Parramatta Road, Flemington
Plenty of parking available within view of the bistro courtyard.
Always check ‘SYDNEYMINIS’ Facebook group for any changes.
(This is a regular Mini Car Club of NSW advertised event and Historic plated cars can attend these events)
friday 13th
general meeting
All members and friends are invited to attend our Club’s General Meetings.
Meetings commence at 7:30pm Viking Sports Club, 35 Quarry Road, Dundas Valley. Plenty of parking.
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
Please check the Club’s website and Facebook page for any updates
Gus Staunton points
SUNDAY 15TH
SOCIAL EVENT – BLUE MOUNTAINS PIZZA
Join us for a drive up into the picturesque Blue Mountains and enjoy a pizza and cider at Hillbilly Cider.
Meet 9:00 am at McDonalds Windsor, Groves Rd, Mcgraths Hill for 9:30am departure.
Our route will travel west via a few back roads and Bells Line of Road to arrive at Hillbilly Cider for 11am.
For more information and to confirm you will be attending please contact Michael Benton 0411019112,
social@miniclub.com.au
Gus Staunton Points
WEDNESDAY 18TH
mini enthusiasts meeting
All Club members, friends and visitors are invited.
Meetings commence at 7:30pm, Markets Hotel, 268 Parramatta Road, Flemington
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.
For further information Contact Joe Zulian 0439 485 352
Gus Staunton Points
wednesday 18TH
MINIS ON THE COAST: DINNER DATE
Contact: Jennifer Thorn, 0411038927
Minis on the Coast
We are a Central Coast group of Mini enthusiasts and welcome all Mini models from Classic through to the latest MINI’s.
3 types of social events are arranged each month which are listed on our ‘Minis on the Coast’ Facebook page. Search “Minis on the Coast”
FRI 27TH – SUN 29TH
HSRCA Summer festival
At SMSP the Historic Sports and Racing Car Association will be celebrating the 60th anniversary of Mini domination at Bathurst. We are hoping to attract as many Minis as possible including race cars and display cars. There will be an ALL-mini race. Original Bathurst winning cars and some of the drivers will be in attendance.
For both Saturday and Sunday of the event our Club is arranging a large static display of Classic Mini’s (possibly a few laps of the circuit as well depending on the program). To express your interest in this event please contact Michael Benton 0411019112 to register your vehicle for display on one or both days
sunday 29th
MINIS ON THE COAST: CRUISE ‘N’ LUNCH
Drive as a Mini convoy to lunch at various locations.
Contact: Jennifer Thorn, 0411038927
We are a Central Coast group of Mini enthusiasts and welcome all Mini models from Classic through to the latest MINI’s.
3 types of social events are arranged each month which are listed on our ‘Minis on the Coast’ Facebook page. Search “Minis on the Coast”

UPCOMING EVENTS: DECEMBER 2026

tuesday 1ST
oasis run
Christmas Lunch
MEET: McDonalds, Villawood
LUNCH: Northmead Bowling Club
Details & Bookings: Murray Irwin email: mcix19@outlook.com ph: 0449896008

Refer to CMC website for the latest details: https://www.councilofmotorclubs.org.au
MONDAY 7TH
COMMITTEE MEETING
The Committee meets in the Glass Room at the Silver Water Hotel.
Commences at 7pm.
Please check the Club’s website or 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.
WEDNESDAY 9TH
SYDNEY MINIS
Sydney Minis is a facebook group with many participants also members of the Mini Car Club of NSW who regularly attend these events.
We meet at 7:00pm for a great pub meal and lots of talk about Minis then the people who attend decide on the destination for a cruise and photo opportunity somewhere around Sydney.
Markets Hotel, 268 Parramatta Road, Flemington
Plenty of parking available within view of the bistro courtyard.
Always check ‘SYDNEYMINIS’ Facebook group for any changes.
(This is a regular Mini Car Club of NSW advertised event and Historic plated cars can attend these events)
friday 11th
general meeting
All members and friends are invited to attend our Club’s General Meetings.
Meetings commence at 7:30pm Viking Sports Club, 35 Quarry Road, Dundas Valley. Plenty of parking.
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
Please check the Club’s website and Facebook page for any updates
Gus Staunton points
SUNDAY 13th
ANNual christmas picnic breaky & club plate inspection day
Enjoy an early morning BBQ breakfast in the picnic grounds just outside Warragamba Dam.
Meet at the venue at 8:00am or convoy from McDonalds Edmondson Park, Cnr Camden Valley Way and Gellibrand Road.
REMEMBER ALL CLUB PLATED CARS ARE ASKED TO ATTEND FOR THEIR ANNUAL ELIGIBILITY INSPECTION
For more information and to confirm you will be attending please contact Michael Benton 0411 019 112
Gus Staunton Points
MONDAY 14TH
MINIS ON THE COAST: COFFEE AND CHAT
Are you free and want to take your Mini/MINI for a drive?
Meeting place is at the Manor, Yarramalong (Angel Sussurri, 1-4 Linga Rd,)
No starting point, just make your way there by approx.10:30am for a cuppa and chat.
No RSVP needed, only condition, it must be mini / MINI if fine weather or road car if wet weather.
Contact: Jennifer Thorn, 0411038927
We are a Central Coast group of Mini enthusiasts and welcome all Mini models from Classic through to the latest MINI’s.
3 types of social events are arranged each month which are listed on our ‘Minis on the Coast’ Facebook page. Search “Minis on the Coast”
WEDNESDAY 16TH
mini enthusiasts meeting
All Club members, friends and visitors are invited.
Meetings commence at 7:30pm, Markets Hotel, 268 Parramatta Road, Flemington
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.
For further information Contact Joe Zulian 0439 485 352
Gus Staunton Points
wednesday 16TH
MINIS ON THE COAST: DINNER DATE
Contact: Jennifer Thorn, 0411038927
Minis on the Coast
We are a Central Coast group of Mini enthusiasts and welcome all Mini models from Classic through to the latest MINI’s.
3 types of social events are arranged each month which are listed on our ‘Minis on the Coast’ Facebook page. Search “Minis on the Coast”
FRIDAY 25TH
CHRISTMAS DAY
Public Holiday
SATURDAY 26TH
BOXING DAY
Public Holiday
sunday 27th
MINIS ON THE COAST: CRUISE ‘N’ LUNCH
Drive as a Mini convoy to lunch at various locations.
Contact: Jennifer Thorn, 0411038927
We are a Central Coast group of Mini enthusiasts and welcome all Mini models from Classic through to the latest MINI’s.
3 types of social events are arranged each month which are listed on our ‘Minis on the Coast’ Facebook page. Search “Minis on the Coast”