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President's Picnic 2016 - photo by Rob Wilkins

President's Picnic 2016

28 September 2016 / Words by Michael Soulos, Photos by Mel Keller, Rob Wilkins, Grant Webber, Helen Green

Another successful President's Picnic was held at Ebenezer Church on Saturday 24th September 2016. About 120 MX-5s lined up on the grass and they all looked stunning on a warm spring day with clear blue skies overhead. We fed lunch to over 200 people and the opportunity was taken to present CareFlight with over $4000 in donations. What a day!

Central Coast Views Run

22 September 2016 / Story: Phil Mayo Photos: David Gazzard

Wet weather was not enough to scare away 16 MX-5s on the Hunter Chapter run to the Central Coast for a bit of whale watching. Sadly the whales were nowhere to be seen despite Josh's best efforts with the world's largest binoculars.

Signing the One Millionth MX-5 in Philadelphia USA

MX-5 Fan Fest in Melbourne

20 September 2016 / Mazda Australia

Mazda Australia are hosting an MX-5 Fan Fest on 21 January 2017 at Sandown Raceway in Victoria. The one-millionth MX-5 is doing a tour of the world and it will be in Melbourne in January for this event. You will have the chance to sign the car and be part of history!

Lingering Longa at Gundy

02 September 2016 / Story: Yasmin Allen Photos:

We had a great Sunday this week out on Phil's Horsepower run, lead by George and Jen to the Linga Longa Inn in Gundy. Phil was the organiser but was unavailable on the day, so Jen and George took the run on and did a fantastic job on their first time leading.

Hunter's Go Kart Challenge

29 August 2016 / Story: Rachel Crawford Photos: Grant Webber

Having been billed as the Josh & Josh re-match, a dark horse stole the pole position! A must read for those wondering who the Hunter's dream team will be at this year's inter-chapter challenge...

WA NotMeet brochure

Go West - NotMeet

28 August 2016 / MX-5 Club of Western Australia

NatMeet in WA is not a viable option, but why not join a less formal "NotMeet"? The MX-5 Club of WA has developed a brochure that outlines five modules that take you through most of the south west of the WA. The West is waiting for you!

Hunter Xmas in July

03 August 2016 / Story: Grant Webber & Elaine Gazzard. Photos: Tom Wilde & Josh Fitzgerald

It is that time of the year again; sleigh bells, mistletoe, carol singers, snow on the ground …. Oh wait, it’s July – must be Christmas in July!!

Gosford Classic Car Museum Visit

19 July 2016 / Article: Josh Fitzgerald Photos: Rob Wilko, Grant Webber, Helen Green

From the moment gossip and news articles started flowing through about plans for a huge car museum in Gosford, the planning started for an MX-5 Club visit.

Midweek Overnighter Wrap Up

06 July 2016 / Story: Karl Mittmann Photos: Gaye Morgan

5 MX-5s and 8 Members from Hunter Chapter enjoyed the overnight run down to South Coast seaside village of Shoalhaven Heads.

Hunter Charity Barefoot Bowls

29 June 2016 / Article: Josh Fitzgerald Photos: Phil Mayo

The shoes came off and the donations rolled in for the Hunter Chapter's Barefoot Bowls Charity Day

Matchbox MX-5 ND - photo by Lamley Group

Good things come in (very) small packages

24 June 2016 / Bryan Shedden

Do you like your cars small? Like, really small? Then here's something for you. Matchbox and Hot Wheels have released stunning models of the MX-5 ND.

Repco VIP Club

Welcome to the Repco VIP Club

17 June 2016 / Glenn Thomas

We are pleased to announce that members of the MX-5 Club of NSW are now eligible to join the Repco VIP Club Card and benefit from discounts of up to 30% off full retail.

Hunter 2016 Putty Run

14 June 2016 / Story: Andrew Digney Photos: Grant Webber

Hunter heads south on our annual Putty Road run to meet up with the Sydney Chapter in Windsor for the return trip. The early start was hard, but the lack of traffic heading south made it one of the best Putty runs to date!

Barry & Jenny's Midweek Putty Run

08 June 2016 / Article & Photos: Barry & Jenny Luttrell

Another of our mid-week runs for members who may have other commitments on weekends.

MX-5s assembled at Southern Highland Wines for the annual charity lunch on 17 May 2016

Charity Lunch for CareFlight

24 May 2016 / Words: Jan Gibson Photos: Bryan Shedden

Our annual charity event was a huge success! Set in the beautiful Southern Highlands, our luncheon attracted a huge crowd of MX-5ers and successful fundraising for CareFlight.

Helen & Lindsay's Wyong Milk Factory Run

23 May 2016 / Article: Andrew Digny Photos: Peter Hilkmann & Grant Webber

Cheese, Wine, Twisting Roads and Sunshine, a perfect combination for a run in the Hunter Valley!

Bryan Shedden and Helen Green demonstrating the Club 25th Anniversary regalia - photo by Mel Keller

Last chance to get some Club 25th Anniversary regalia

13 May 2016 / Alan & Claudine Townsley

We have a handful of regalia stock left from our Club 25th Anniversary Celebration - only 10 polos (various sizes) and 8 caps. Now is your chance to pick up some Club 25th Anniversary regalia with immediate delivery.

Hunter Run to Charity Lunch

12 May 2016 / Story: Josh Fitzgerald Photos: Josh Fitzgerald

It was an early morning start for the Hunter Chapter heading to Southern Highlands Winery for the MX-5 Club of NSW Charity Lunch. We could have taking the direct route, but that’s not why we drive these cars.

Hunter Dam Buster Run

27 April 2016 / Story: Elaine Gazzard Photos: Elaine Gazzard & Josh Fitzgerald

The Hunter Chapter hit the road again with a country run to Glennies Creek Dam and Lake St Clair.

Stadium Seat

Check our hot new item: the Stadium Seat

15 April 2016 / Alan & Claudine Townsley

Our brand new regalia item is hot off the press! Meet the MX-5 Club of NSW Stadium Seat / Carry Bag. Get it quick while stocks last!