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Sunshine, River Roads & The Springs

29 June 2026 / Story: Steve and Maree Eccleston; Photos Mark Godfrey

Fifteen MX‑5s escaped McDonald’s Dural and headed for Wisemans Ferry under clearing skies. Light traffic, riverfront curves, and the legendary Spencer‑to‑Mangrove Mountain climb made the day magic. A private dining room at The Springs and Rob’s brand‑new ND were the perfect finish.

South Coast Drivers Run 2

28 June 2026 / Story: Geoff Smith; Photos: Keith Monaghan, Geoff Smith

Six cars, two days of driving, good company, and plenty of country roads through New South Wales

Sutton Forest Inn

28 June 2026 / Story: Anda Clayton; Ptos: Anda Clayton, Rose Smith, Lesley Brook

A lovely Winter's day, just right for a drive into the highlands for a lovely lunch in front of a log fire.

A farewell run to Araluen

25 June 2026 / Words by John Chapuis and Barry Matson. Photos by Lili Chi

We farewelled Colin McNally, a good mate and a proud bling-enhanced MX-5 owner, with a short trip to his old haunts at Araluen.

Mystery Run – 9 June 2026

25 June 2026 / Words by peter Wilson, Photos by Peter Wilson and Lili Chi

Sunshine and rain. Cattle and sheep. This run had them all!

A Wet and Wonderful Run to Warnie's

25 June 2026 / story David Gazzard, Photos Elaine Gazzard

Despite the winter weather doing its best to keep us at home, six enthusiastic MX-5s gathered at Myuna Bay Park for today's club run to Warnie's at Warnervale.

photo by John Karayannis

Two Directions, Double the Fun at One Raceway

21 June 2026 / Story by Bryan Shedden, Photos by Anthony Tsikas and John Karayannis

Two circuits, changing conditions and razor-thin margins made Round 4 of the 2026 CSCA Supersprint a standout day for the Mazda MX-5 Club of NSW. From damp early laps to mechanical dramas, family bragging rights and championship battles decided by hundredths of a percent, One Raceway delivered plenty of action.

Mystery Run

19 June 2026 / Story: Kerry Warner; Photos: Keith Monaghan

Where to today people? All will be revealed on the day!

Farmgate High Tea

19 June 2026 / Story: Lesley Brooke; Photos: Anda Clayton

The boys were left behind while the ladies enjoyed tea, nibbles and conversation.

A New Start to A New Finish

29 May 2026 / Words: Jeffrey Rowe Pictures : Ann Hicks

How we finished the new way of starting.

Nowra TAFE Lunch

28 May 2026 / Story: Rose Smith; Photos: Rose Smith

Undeterred by some miserable weather and tempted by the promise of a lovely lunch, some intrepid South Coasters braved the conditions for another great outing.

Gorge Curves, River Views & Monkeys With Opinions

23 May 2026 / Story: Kay Godfrey Photos: Rob Wilko and Mark Godfrey

We nailed the bends, cruised the ferry and danced through the Gorge, only to be completely upstaged by the cheeky residents of the Banana Cabana Primate Sanctuary.

Dingo Sanctuary and Ironworks

22 May 2026 / Story: Rose Smith; Photos: Rose Smith

Rain threatened but the spirits were not dampened as South Coast made its way to the Southern Highlands to visit some "puppies"

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Photo by Rob Wilko
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Two circuits. One day. Double the challenge.

19 May 2026 / Louis Anderson - Triumph Sports Owners Association

The 2026 CSCA Round 4 Supersprint hits One Raceway on Sunday 14 June with competitors tackling both the Wakefield and Shelley circuits in a unique split-format event. Hosted by the Triumph Sports Owners Association and included in the MX-5 Club Sprint Championship — 6 runs minimum, half-day circuit swap, full-throttle action. Entries are now open!

South Coast Goes to Natmeet

19 May 2026 / Story: Rose Smith; Photos: Rose Smith

A small but enthusiastic group of South Coasters made the trip north for this year's Natmeet. This is their story.

May Mystery Run

13 May 2026 / Words and photos by peter Wilson

An unusually warm morning for this time of year saw a small but enthusiastic group ready to solve this month's mystery.

NatMeet 2028 in Victoria

11 May 2026 / MX-5 Club of Victoria and Tasmania

Expressions of interest for NatMeet 2028 in Victoria are now open!

Sydney on the Road: NatMeet Edition

10 May 2026 / Photos Mark Godfrey Story Kay Godfrey

NatMeet in the Hunter had it all: MX‑5s, winery chaos, F35 fly‑bys, a 368 km epic, theme‑night madness, and a Gala Dinner full of sparkle and mischief. A week of pure MX‑5 magic.

Jindy Andy Mill

01 May 2026 / Story: Rose Smith; Photos: Rose Smith

A fine day, start with coffee then a scenic drive to an historic location for lunch and some retail therapy.

Lunch at the Sir George Hotel, Jugiong

01 May 2026 / Words: Ian Bottcher Pictures: Robyn Bottcher and Lili Chi

Apple turnovers with cream, and Byron Bay coffee that 'tasted a little hashish…'. What's this got to do with the Sir George?