News : MX-5 Club of NSW

Got our backsides Trackside!

21 January 2016 / Story: Grant Webber Photos: Grant Webber

The Hunter Chapter’s first social night of the year found us heading toward Trackside restaurant in Gosford.

Hunter Midweek in the Mountains

15 January 2016 / Story: Liam Price Photos: Greg Unger

Like the weather on the day, the run was a wild ride that provoked every sensation of driving an open top roadster The first Midweek run in the Hunter takes in the MX-5 Haven of the Wooton Way

2015 - A Year of Membership Records

15 January 2016 / Bryan Shedden

Our 25th Anniversary year broke all records for Club membership. A couple of graphs tell the story.

2016 Hunter Convenors BBQ

12 January 2016 / Story: Josh Fitzgerald Photos: Peter Hilkmann

The results are in, Hunter MOTY & NMOTY announced at the Hunter Chapter Convenors BBQ to kick off 2016

Bryan Shedden being presented with Honorary Life Membership by Vice President Glenn Thomas on 27 September 2015 at the Club 25th Anniversary celebration

New Life Member - Bryan Shedden

12 January 2016 / Words by Glenn Thomas & Mel Keller, Photo by Mel Keller

To spring a surprise on our famously well-organised President is no mean feat and so the presentation of Bryan’s Honorary Life Membership at the Club’s 25th Anniversary celebration was planned in the deepest secrecy.

Hunter Xmas Lights Run

11 January 2016 / Grant Webber

The annual Hunter Chapter Christmas Lights run was held on Thursday 10th December, after our final monthly meeting for the year

ND Day 2.0

29 December 2015 / Story by Bryan Shedden, Photos by Mel Keller

The latest arrival of the 2.0L version provided another opportunity for a launch event for MX-5 Club members and visitors. Sutherland Mazda hosted the event in their brand new showroom at Kirrawee. And I hear that at least a couple NDs were sold on the day!

Hunter Chapter Xmas Run

17 December 2015 / Story: Josh Fitzgerald Photos: Phil Mayo & Josh Fitzgerald

Hunter Chapter cap off a big MX-5 year with a run and lunch in the Hunter Valley Vineyards

2015 Member Of The Year

11 December 2015 / Words by Bryan Shedden, Photos by Bryan Shedden

The winners of our annual Member of the Year awards were presented last weekend, and the runners-up will be presented this weekend. And the winners are ...

Get your Team NSW NatMeet regalia

04 December 2015 / Bryan Shedden

In the fine tradition of our Club’s strong attendance at NatMeet, our Regalia team has designed a special range of "Team NSW" clothing for NatMeet XII in Tasmania.

Soft Tops Online Christmas Special

03 December 2015 / Soft Tops Online

Our Major Sponsor, Soft Tops Online, have wished us all a happy and safe Christmas. They have a small Christmas special on offer that members might be interested in.

Hunter Show & Shine 2015

03 December 2015 / Story: Phil Mayo Photos: Phil Mayo, Peter Hilkmann

The winners & grinners from the Hunter Show & Shine 2015. Overcast skies couldn't dull the shine from these gleaming MX-5's. Lots of effort was put in creating stiff competition with some very worthy winners.

Breaking News New Sponsor for Hunter Chapter

30 November 2015

Breaking News: Hunter Chapter have a new sponsor for 2015/16

Midweek Kaos 300 Run

20 November 2015 / Story: Karl Mittmann Photos: Karl Mittmann

The Midweek Kaos 300 hots up as summer hits early in the Hunter Valley.

Help required at next MX-5 Club track day

08 November 2015 / David Lawler

Please help your fellow club members by assisting at the next track day or motorkhana

Like a Seagull Midweek Run

03 November 2015 / Story: Rachel Crawford Photos: Josh Fitzgerald

Dry skies and the smell of Fish & Chips leads the Hunter Chapter to Nelson Bay Marina. Hurray for Daylight Saving and MX-5's

2015 President's Award - Keith Monaghan (photo by Mel Keller)

Annual General Meeting & Awards Presentation

30 October 2015 / Words by Bryan Shedden, Photos by Mel Keller

The AGM of the MX-5 Club of NSW was held on Wednesday 21 October 2015 at Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club. Read on for all the reports, new Committee members, and awards recipients.

Luttrell's Historic Valley Experience

23 October 2015 / Story: Barry & Jenny Luttrell Photos: Grant Webber, Josh Fitzgerald

Barry & Jenny lead the Hunter Chapter on an informative journey through the historic towns and picturesque areas of the Hunter Valley.

Club Presidents, past and present, cut the cake for our Club's 25th Anniversary

MX-5 Club 25th Anniversary Celebration

21 October 2015 / Words & Photos by Mel Keller, Photos by Grant Webber & Jay Flak

In these days of disposable everything, it is rare that something can last for 25 years. Not only has the MX-5 Club of NSW survived for quarter of a century, it has thrived. So how best to mark this unique achievement?

ND gets crash tested

08 October 2015 / EuroNCAP

The new ND MX-5 has achieved a four star rating in the latest round of EuroNCAP testing published on 7 October. Watch the crash test video if you have a strong stomach!