Events

Canberra Chapter

July 2025

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

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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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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

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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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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

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Coffee and Lies

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

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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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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

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Coffee and Lies

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

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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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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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Friday

31 OctClub

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Annual General Meeting & Awards Presentation

Join us for the Club's Annual General Meeting. This is your opportunity to hear what has been happening in the management of your club and to have your say in it's future. The Agenda, 2024 AGM Minutes, Committee nomination form, and proxy form will be posted soon. Please register to attend or advise an apology.

Meet: Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club, 117 Ryedale Rd, West Ryde
Organiser: Jeffrey Rowe, 0419 405 877, vicepres@nsw.mx5.au

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November 2025

Saturday

01 NovCanberra

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Coffee and Lies

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

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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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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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