Canberra Chapter

July 2025

Saturday

05 JulCanberra

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Coffee and Lies

Join us for Coffee & Lies from 10:00 AM. It’s a chance to meet other club members just for a chat, or over coffee/tea and/or breakfast. New members, old members, prospective members, and curious non‑members are all welcome.

Meet
Poppy’s Cafe, Australian War Memorial, Campbell ACT
Organiser
John Chapuis, 0411 899 890, canberra@nsw.mx5.au

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Wednesday

09 JulClub

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Club Committee Meeting

Our committee meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month via virtual online streaming using Google Meet.

Meet
Online via Google Meet
Organiser
Wayne Luxford, 0412 960 953, secretary@nsw.mx5.au

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Friday

11 JulCanberra

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Leeton Art Deco Weekend

Join us for a few of nights of retro fun as we journey through the Riverina to Leeton for their fabulous Art Deco Festival. Accommodation limited to ten cars, first in will get the best rooms!

Duration
4 days (11 July - 14 July)
Meet
Daughters at Hall
Organiser
Rod Nicholas, 0419 436 296, rod_nicholas@yahoo.com

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Sunday

13 JulClub

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Brass Monkey 2025

Driving enthusiasts over the past 30 years have chased the Brass Monkey. An experience like no other and worth getting out of bed early to enjoy the best run on our Club’s event’s calendar. Appropriately dressed with roof down, you will participate in a memorable fun run to raise some money for our club’s charity, CareFlight.

Meet
MAIN MEET: McDonalds at 513-517 Pacific Highway on the corner with Lady Street, Mt Colah . HUNTER MEET: Sparks Road Public Carpark at 220 Sparks Road Jilliby . OR: mark your preferred meeting place, if any, on registering
Organiser
Michael Soulos, 0413 113399, captain@nsw.mx5.au

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Saturday

19 JulCanberra

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It’s a long way to Bungendore.

So often we go through or stop just for a coffee in Bungendore, but what about lunch? Well, here’s your chance to check it out as we head to The Royal.

Meet
Hall, Gladstone St Carpark
Organiser
Simon and Cathy, 0430 345 889, cathysimon.mx5@gmail.com

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Sunday

20 JulClub

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Polar Bear Express

Polar Bear Express Can’t make it to the Brass Monkey run? No worries - we’re thrilled to offer an exciting alternative: The Polar Bear Express! This invigorating drive sets off from the beautiful Illawarra region and winds its way to the historic town of Goulburn.

Meet
Hungry Jack's, Haywards Bay
Organiser
Zan Dimovski, 0412 871 891, illawarra@nsw.mx5.au
Assistant
Phil Betts

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August 2025

Saturday

02 AugCanberra

RSVP

Coffee and Lies

Join us for Coffee & Lies from 10:00 AM. It’s a chance to meet other club members just for a chat, or over coffee/tea and/or breakfast. New members, old members, prospective members, and curious non‑members are all welcome.

Meet
Poppy’s Cafe, Australian War Memorial, Campbell ACT
Organiser
John Chapuis, 0411 899 890, canberra@nsw.mx5.au

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Monday

11 AugCanberra

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Mazdas go to Mudgee

Mudgee is most famous for its wine production, particularly its red wines like Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot. But what about Mudgee Mud? If you don’t know what that is, come on a journey with Rod and Maryanne and find out. Time is tight – bookings must be made by 28 July – so get in quick!

Duration
3 days (11 August - 13 August)
Meet
Daughters at Hall, Victoria Street, Hall ACT
Organiser
Rod Nicholas, 0419 436 296, rod_nicholas@yahoo.com

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Wednesday

13 AugClub

RSVP

Club Committee Meeting

Our committee meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month via virtual online streaming using Google Meet.

Meet
Online via Google Meet
Organiser
Wayne Luxford, 0412 960 953, secretary@nsw.mx5.au

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Saturday

23 AugCanberra

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Canberra Chapter - Annual Meeting

Come along to our Annual Meeting for your opportunity to discuss how the Chapter is going and what we can do to make the most of your MX-5 and your Club. Join us for lunch beforehand.

Meet
Yowani Country Cub, Northbourne Avenue, Lyneham
Organiser
John Chapuis, 0411 899 890, canberra@nsw.mx5.au

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Saturday

30 AugCanberra

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Gunning Hotel Luncheon

Originally the Laggan Pub Luncheon - Ian is now taking the club to Gunning.

Meet
Little Sutton Bakehouse
Organiser
Ian Bottcher, 0478 729 667, ianbottcher46@gmail.com

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September 2025

Saturday

06 SepCanberra

RSVP

Coffee and Lies

Join us for Coffee & Lies from 10:00 AM. It’s a chance to meet other club members just for a chat, or over coffee/tea and/or breakfast. New members, old members, prospective members, and curious non‑members are all welcome.

Meet
Poppy’s Cafe, Australian War Memorial, Campbell ACT
Organiser
John Chapuis, 0411 899 890, canberra@nsw.mx5.au

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Wednesday

10 SepClub

RSVP

Club Committee Meeting

Our committee meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month via virtual online streaming using Google Meet.

Meet
Online via Google Meet
Organiser
Wayne Luxford, 0412 960 953, secretary@nsw.mx5.au

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Saturday

13 SepCanberra

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Wee Jasper Wandering

We’re wandering the country roads to Wee Jasper for some a visit to the Wee Jasper Distillery. It’s a good country trip through picturesque farmland and forest to Mountain Creek followed by some wonderfully friendly MX-5 roads. And there is an exciting experience on offer at the destination that should appeal to plenty.

Meet
Denman Prospect Shops
Organiser
Rod Nicholas, 0419 436 296, rod_nicholas@yahoo.com

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Friday

26 SepCanberra

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The Taralga Lunch Tour

Last year’s lunch at Taralga’s Argyle Inn was truly terrific, so we’re doing it all again.

Meet
Hall, Carpark for the Victoria Street Park
Organiser
Rod Nicholas, 0419 436 296, rod_nicholas@yahoo.com

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October 2025

Saturday

04 OctCanberra

RSVP

Coffee and Lies

Join us for Coffee & Lies from 10:00 AM. It’s a chance to meet other club members just for a chat, or over coffee/tea and/or breakfast. New members, old members, prospective members, and curious non‑members are all welcome.

Meet
Poppy’s Cafe, Australian War Memorial, Campbell ACT
Organiser
John Chapuis, 0411 899 890, canberra@nsw.mx5.au

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Wednesday

08 OctClub

RSVP

Club Committee Meeting

Our committee meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month via virtual online streaming using Google Meet.

Meet
Online via Google Meet
Organiser
Wayne Luxford, 0412 960 953, secretary@nsw.mx5.au

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Thursday

09 OctCanberra

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Pies in Harden

Going the long way round for a delicious lunch at the Barnes Store Emporium in Harden.

Meet
Daughters at Hall
Organiser
Rhys and Ashley Howse, 0412 233 769, rhys.howse1@gmail.com

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Wednesday

15 OctCanberra

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Berry, Shoalhaven and surrounds

You ‘donut’ want to miss this one! Great roads (several that you probably haven’t been on before), yummy donuts, shopping time in Berry, more yummy donuts, an aviation museum and much much more...

Duration
3 days (15 October - 17 October)
Meet
McDonalds EPIC
Organiser
Simon and Cathy, 0430 345 889, cathysimon.mx5@gmail.com

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Sunday

26 OctCanberra

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Wildbrumby Lunch

It’s been 6 long years since the last lunch run to the Wildbrumby Schnapps Distillery. It was enjoyed by all and given the positive comments from people at the more recent Snowy Extravaganza afternoon tea stop its seems about time to go and revisit for lunch.

Meet
Calwell Shops carpark (backs onto Johnson Drive)
Organiser
Cathy and Simon, 0430 345 889, cathysimon.mx5@gmail.com

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November 2025

Saturday

01 NovCanberra

RSVP

Coffee and Lies

Join us for Coffee & Lies from 10:00 AM. It’s a chance to meet other club members just for a chat, or over coffee/tea and/or breakfast. New members, old members, prospective members, and curious non‑members are all welcome.

Meet
Poppy’s Cafe, Australian War Memorial, Campbell ACT
Organiser
John Chapuis, 0411 899 890, canberra@nsw.mx5.au

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Wednesday

12 NovClub

RSVP

Club Committee Meeting

Our committee meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month via virtual online streaming using Google Meet.

Meet
Online via Google Meet
Organiser
Wayne Luxford, 0412 960 953, secretary@nsw.mx5.au

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Saturday

15 NovClub

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Defensive Driver Training Day

By popular demand, we will be holding a defensive driver training day this year. The aim of the day is to learn hands-on defensive driving skills for both new and experienced drivers. The focus will be on safety features of MX-5s and everyday driving skills on public roads.

Meet
Sydney Motorsport Park Skidpan
Organiser
Chris Andry, 0421 185 374, motorsport@nsw.mx5.au

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Thursday

20 NovCanberra

A Double Clyde River Cruise

Cruise the Kings Hwy and down the Clyde Mountain and then cruise the scenic Clyde River

Meet
Albion Cafe at 9am for coffee
Organiser
Steve Wakeling, 0416 040 572

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December 2025

Friday

05 DecCanberra

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Cherry Pie and a Picnic

Summer days. Perfect for driving in an MX-5. Perfect for driving topless. Perfect for picking cherries. Perfect for picnics. Combine all of these on Mike’s adventure to the Allambie Cherry Orchard. You know you want it!

Meet
Daughters of Hall, Victoria Street, Hall
Organiser
Mike Lawless, 0412 093 151, mike.lawless@bigpond.com

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Saturday

06 DecCanberra

RSVP

Coffee and Lies

Join us for Coffee & Lies from 10:00 AM. It’s a chance to meet other club members just for a chat, or over coffee/tea and/or breakfast. New members, old members, prospective members, and curious non‑members are all welcome.

Meet
Poppy’s Cafe, Australian War Memorial, Campbell ACT
Organiser
John Chapuis, 0411 899 890, canberra@nsw.mx5.au

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Wednesday

10 DecClub

RSVP

Club Committee Meeting

Our committee meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month via virtual online streaming using Google Meet.

Meet
Online via Google Meet
Organiser
Wayne Luxford, 0412 960 953, secretary@nsw.mx5.au

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Saturday

13 DecCanberra

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Christmas Lunch and Presentations

This is the time when we find out who was naughty and nice and what they did to get that sort of reputation!

Meet
TBD
Organiser
John Chapuis, 0411 899 890, canberra@nsw.mx5.au

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May 2026

Sunday

03 MayNatMeet

NatMeet XVI 2026

NatMeet XVI - Save the Date - 3rd to 8th May 2026

Duration
5 days (03 May - 08 May)
Meet
Rydges Hunter Valley
Assistant
David & Elaine Gazzard, natmeet.mx5nsw@gmail.com

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