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Racing Orange meets Safety Cone Orange at the MX-5 Motorkhana on 1 August 2026 Photo by Andrew Edgar

Motorkhana Rounds 2 & 3 - Young Guns Dominate

23 August 2026 / Story by Bryan Shedden, Photos by Andrew Edgar

Rounds 2 and 3 of the Club’s Motorkhana series attracted 37 and 40 drivers respectively, with a welcome influx of younger competitors. Charlie beat Dad John in Round 2, before John turned the tables by just 0.02 seconds in Round 3. One round remains!

Alex Shedden at SMP GP CSCA Round 5 on 15 August 2026 Photo by Greg Unger

CSCA Supersprint Round 5 at SMP GP Circuit

23 August 2026 / Story by Bryan Shedden, Photos by Greg Unger

Rain, cold and a slippery Gardner Circuit made the CSCA Supersprint a tough test for 35 MX-5 Club competitors. With the dry line appearing only in the final hour, the fastest laps came late. Read how our drivers fared, who took the class honours, and how the Championship is shaping up with two rounds remaining.

The logo of the Mazda MX-5 Club of NSW, approved by members on 27th August 2003

New Club Regalia

17 August 2026 / Story by Fiona Shedden

The crisp morning air and an open stretch of tarmac form the ultimate road trip combination. However, cooler weather requires the right gear to keep passengers comfortable. The MX-5 Club of NSW introduces a new collection of cold-weather apparel. These pieces feature the official club logo and integrate smoothly with the existing regalia range.

Canberra Celebrates 30 Years!

17 August 2026 / Story: John Chapuis Photos: Lili Chi

Canberra is the Club's oldest chapter. In July they celebrated 30 years of "going for a drive"

Where the Ferry Drops You… Straight Into Paradise

16 August 2026 / Story: Jonathan Wood Photos: Jason Brown and Mark Godfrey

We give the weather a polite nod and then ignore it completely. The forecast said showers. We said “lol, no” and dropped the roofs anyway.

Trooper's Rest

16 August 2026 / Story: Roger & Lesley Brook; Photos: Anda Clayton, Rose Smith

A lovely Winter's day for a run to the Monaro and a fun lunch with friends

The Anchor from the south

16 August 2026 / Story and Pics from Jason Brown

The Anchor from the South

Mystery Run - 11 August 2026

12 August 2026 / Words and photos by Peter Wilson. Extra photos by Lili Chi

It was a good move to opt in to the Mystery Run this month. The reward was an escape from Canberra's chilly winds to enjoy the sunshine - and fish'n'chips - down the coast.

Hunter run to Anchor Cafe

10 August 2026 / Story Glenn Hawkins, Pics Wendy Mulholland

Hunter runs to the Anchor Cafe at Spencer.

Top‑Down Optimism Meets Wisemans Ferry Sunshine

04 August 2026 / Story:Glenn Weir Photos: Rob Wilko

Top‑Down Optimism Meets Wisemans Ferry Sunshine

Andy and Vicki's farewell

03 August 2026 / Story: Kay Godfrey Photos: Mark Godfrey, Andrew Edgar and Rob Wilko

You could feel it the moment you stepped out of the car - this Sunday was different.

Christmas in July Fingal Bay Style

01 August 2026 / story Felicity Harden, Pics Wendy Mulholland

A little Christmas Elf has been busy behind the scenes! Hunter Christmas in July for 2026 was at Fingal Bay with food , friends, , whales and a rainbow to boot!

The Great Canberra Knuckle Run

26 July 2026 / Story by Bryan Shedden, Photos by Bryan & Fiona Shedden, Senia Gaunson, Ann Hicks

What do perfect driving roads, giant satellite dishes and a pork knuckle with a knife sticking out of it have in common? They all featured on our memorable Christmas in July weekend.

South Coast Xmas in July

25 July 2026 / Story: Anda Clayton; Photos: Anda Clayton, Rose Smith

A lovely brisk winter's day, a drive in the highlands and lunch by a roaring fire. Another great day out.

RPM Christmas In July 26

21 July 2026 / Words and Photos by Chris Wyatt

Sandra has done it again. A gorgeous party at the V & A

photo by Rob Wilko

MX-5 Club Motorkhana Round 3 is now open!

15 July 2026 / Ian Combes

The 3rd round of the Club's motorkhana championship on 1 August is now open for entries in the Motorsport Australia event entry system.

Winter Roads, Warm Roast & MX‑5 Magic

13 July 2026 / Story by Gary Nobrega, Photos by Gary Nobrega, Rob Wilko and Mark Godfrey

Twelve MX‑5s sliced through crisp mountain air, welcomed two new members, soaked up Mount Tomah views and rolled into Mt Victoria for a Christmas‑in‑July feast — all under the watch of one very opinionated kookaburra. A cold‑weather run with seriously hot energy.

Mal Smith in his NC photo by Baden Jones

MX-5 Club Delivers at Amaroo

11 July 2026 / Story by Bryan Shedden, Photos by Baden Jones

The MX-5 Club of NSW overcame a few pre-event challenges to successfully host CSCA Round 3 at SMP Amaroo Circuit. With 29 club entries, outstanding performances on track, and invaluable support from volunteers across the CSCA, it was a day that showcased both competitive spirit and club teamwork.

An Adventure to the Dunes

08 July 2026 / story and Pics David Gazzard

We found a newly sealed run and enjoyed a winter run to the Dunes.

Camden Heritage Cruise 2026

05 July 2026 / Words:Chrissie Zaremba. Photos:Senia Gaunson

Is it heritage when you can remember many of the things you see?