News : MX-5 Club of NSW

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.

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.

Patonga Done Right

17 April 2026 / Story: Sharon Cassidy Photos: Rob Wilko

Be there or be square — Marnie & Bob delivered another flawless run, complete with a full‑ferry first, perfect coffee at Saddles, and a cruisy lunch at Patonga. A day of great roads, great company, and top‑notch planning.

Driver training on 21 July 2019 at Pheasant Wood - photo by Rob Wilko

2026 MX-5 Club Driver Training Day

06 April 2026 / Ian Combes

The 2026 MX-5 Club Driver Training Day at Pheasant Wood is now open for entries! Come along and experience how much fun a track day can be.

What do I get for my annual membership fee?

04 April 2026 / Story by Bryan Shedden

For less than the cost of a tank of fuel, your membership unlocks hundreds of dollars in value — free events, subsidised celebrations, a premium magazine, and exclusive perks. Get involved, stay connected, and discover why your fee delivers more than ever before.

Tassie Tour 2027

31 March 2026 / Ian Combes

Fancy a driving holiday in Tassie in early 2027? The Tasmanian members of the MX-5 Club of Victoria & Tasmania are organising an event in April next year.

A true Snowies surprise

29 March 2026 / Story: Sharon Cassidy and Jonathon Wood. Photos: Jonathan Wood, Eilis Weir, John Cassidy and Mark Godfrey

The snow shut down our plans, but the view from the lodge turned the whole mountain into a postcard. We built a snowman, laughed at the chaos, and decided detours make the best memories.

Coastline Curves to Snowy Turns

28 March 2026 / Story: Kay and Mark Godfrey. Photos John Cassidy and Senia Gaunston

A winding coastal escape to Narooma, where turquoise water and curious seals turned every stop into a photo moment.

Woman Behind the Wheel Hunter, Sydney,RPM

10 March 2026 / Written By: Chris Cameron. Photos: Wendy Mulholland & Helen Mayo

Ladies and friends from Hunter, Sydney & RPM met up at Berowra Village Tavern to celebrate International Womens Day on 8th March. And we had a really great time!

Can't beat the view at Nora Head Lighthouse

08 March 2026 / Story by Godwin Camilleri and photos by Gillian Camilleri/Eilis Weir/Maree Eccleston

An overcast start turned into a sun‑kissed coastal cruise, winding our way to Norah Head Lighthouse with ocean views and plenty of smiles along the way. VIP lighthouse parking, a guide with charm, and a long lunch by the water made this run a perfect blend of curves, company and coastline.

Another cracking Wollombi run in the books

02 March 2026 / Story Jonathan Wood, Photos Mark Godfrey

We rolled out from Pie in the Sky under brooding skies, chasing 91km of twisties, rainclouds and the kind of roads that make an MX‑5 grin.

Waterfall Cafe Mt Penang

22 February 2026 / Story by Jonathan Boyd, photos by Rob Wilko and Mark Godfrey

Drive to the Waterfall Cafe

Twilight run to West Head

11 February 2026 / Story by Jonathan Wood and photos by Eilis Weir and Mark Godfrey

Under balmy skies, eight brightly coloured MX-5s carved through Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park—sweeping descents, tight bends, surprise vistas and a dash to West Head above Pittwater. A few raindrops couldn’t dampen the thrill, ending with laughs and dinner at Terrey Hills Tavern.

Australia Day at the Wildflower Garden

27 January 2026 / Story: Kay Godfrey Photos: Mark Godfrey

Fun and Games on Australia Day

Anchor Restaurant at Spencer

14 January 2026 / Story by Sharon Cassidy, Photos by Rob Wilko and Mark Godfrey

Where is Spencer?

MX-5 ND Australian Sales Hit Seven-Year High

08 January 2026 / Story by Bryan Shedden

Australian MX-5 sales hit a seven-year high in 2025, with the ND generation defying history. Special editions like the GT RS and 35th Anniversary helped spark sales spikes, pushing the ND past 9,000 local sales and cementing its status as Australia’s best-selling MX-5 ever.

Fundraising for CareFlight

01 January 2026 / Words by Jeffrey Rowe

Driven by generosity, the Mazda MX-5 Club of NSW continues its 14+ year support of CareFlight. Since June 2025 alone, members raised $2,132.36 across club events — pushing our lifetime donations to an incredible $31,696.23.

Christmas Awards and Lunch at Sharks at Kareela

08 December 2025 / Story-Kay Godfrey. Photos Rob Wilko and Mark Godfrey

Christmas Party — A Celebration of Community, Cars & Connection

Headland Hotel

21 November 2025 / Story by Julie Sando, Photos by Mark Godfrey

Five little cars hit the road for a scenic drive, following a silver Kia through winding parks and meeting friends from afar. With MX-5s loving every curve, it was a day of laughter, stunning views, and shared adventures—thanks to Maree & Kay for the joy-filled run!