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Ladies Motorsport Development Program (Part 2)

23 May 2016 / Photos: Guy Coles, Words Steph Katz

Steph gets some one-on-one coaching at a motorkhana and Marulan Driver Training Centre.

Arakoon via Crescent Head Run

22 May 2016 / Words - Greg Cox; Photos - Peter Rodgers

We were blessed with another perfect day for our May run from Port Macquarie to Arakoon via Crescent Head.

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.

Jamie Martin at the Marulan Regularity on 1 May 2016 - photo by Rob Wilkins

Keeping it Regular

08 May 2016 / Words by Bryan Shedden, Photos by Rob Wilkins & David Lawler

On 1 May we held our first club regularity event at Marulan to fill a gap in our motorsport calendar. And what a fantastic day it was!

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.

Convenors' Mystery Run and BBQ

23 April 2016 / Words: Tony & Iris McDonald; Photos: Rick Andrews & Peter Le

28 starters for the Mystery Run and BBQ met at 9.30 a.m. at Blamey Square, Russell, on a cloudy morning with rain a distinct possibility – and for the first time in a long while, the MX-5s had to share the parking with the Corvette Club which had also decided to use the site as their start point for a club run.

Willawarrin Pub Run

22 April 2016 / Words Greg Cox; Photos Peter Rodgers

It was a perfect Mid North Coast Autumn morning for our run to Willawarrin, west of Kempsey. Eleven enthusiastic members departed the Rivermark Café in Port Macquarie for our first leg north up the M1 freeway to Kempsey.

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!

NSWRRC Ladies Development Program

12 April 2016 / Words by Steph Katz

Steph Katz jumped at the chance to have a go at the Lady’s Motorsport Development Program run by NSWRRC and sponsored by CAMS. Read on for her story of how it went.

Aerial photograph of Southern Highland Wines

Is there a woman in your life who deserves pampering?

08 April 2016 / Words by Julie Farquhar

Do you need to assure your "Better Half" that she is just that ... The Better Half? Then why not surprise her with a semi-romantic assignation at a bijou winery in the Southern Highlands. AND support a great cause at the same time - CareFlight. Not only will you be creating harmony and scoring bonus points but also making a feel-good-moment.

Illawarra Go Kart Challenge 2016

07 April 2016 / Report & Photos Julie Farquhar

Will the 2016 Illawarra Go - Kart Challenge revive simmering rivalries or would it be a good humoured family event?

April Fools Run

06 April 2016 / Story: Josh Fitzgerald Photos: Ian Nunn, Josh Fitzgerald

What better way to wave goodbye to the last late afternoon sunset than a top down drive to Birubi Beach for some food by the beach side.

Easter in Orange

05 April 2016 / Story: Josh Fitzgerald, Stephen Carter, Grant Webber Photos: David Gazzard, Grant Webber, Josh Fitzgerald

Any given long weekend is a perfect opportunity to pack the MX-5 boot and head for the countryside. This time the Hunter Chapter set its sights on Orange and its surrounds.

The Snowy Mountains Loop - Another Good Weekend Away

02 April 2016 / Ken Keeling

To foster inter-Chapter fraternization, our original plans were changed to coincide with Illawarra’s “Anti-Freeze Weekend” in Jindabyne. The weather co-operated and 10 cars departed from our Hall rendezvous on time for Jugiong.

Rachels Hawks Nest Hustle

31 March 2016 / Article: Rachel Crawford Photos: Josh Fitzgerald

A run with Rachel has traditionally been a magnet for storms & tempest. Would 2016 finally be the year for a topless drive in sunshine?

Jindabyne Anti Freeze Weekend

26 March 2016 / Words: Brian Clayton Photos: Brian Clayton & Bryan Shedden

Are we too close to winter? Will the MX-5 explorers face icy roads, sleet and radiators requiring a top up of anti freeze? Read on to discover the actual true story as recounted by one of the survivors ...

Mazda MX-5 Retractable Fastback unveiled

23 March 2016 / Mazda

Mazda MX-5 RF is coming. This Retractable Fastback brings a stunning new level of design and excitement with an innovative hardtop.

Wakefield Park Noise Limits

23 March 2016 / David Lawler

Newly introduced noise limits at Wakefield Park may affect some MX-5 Club members with race cars at club track days.

Walcha Weekend Away

14 March 2016 / Words: Mike Walkden-Brown; Photos: Keiran Rodgers & Wayne Lang

Our group of 15 bright eyed and enthusiastic MX-5 people met at Port Macquarie for our annual weekend to Walcha.