ATTENTION, ATTENTION, ATTENTION
Winter Woolly run 30th Jul to 2nd Aug to Uralla. Motel cost is $148 per night. There are only 5 rooms available at $148. The rest are around $160 per night. The Uralla Motel phone number is 02-67783777. Tell them the booking is under HARS and provide your details. Dorothy Branch requires numbers ASAP please. Details TBA.
Winter Woolly run 30th Jul to 2nd Aug to Uralla. Motel cost is $148 per night. There are only 5 rooms available at $148. The rest are around $160 per night. The Uralla Motel phone number is 02-67783777. Tell them the booking is under HARS and provide your details. Dorothy Branch requires numbers ASAP please. Details TBA.
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Some old-timers - beautifully restored by our club members
The Hastings Auto Restorers Car Club covers the Port Macquarie, Wauchope and Camden Haven areas of NSW.
A happy group of motoring enthusiasts dedicated to bringing their historic vehicles back to their original beauty and having lots of fun using them for outings around the beautiful Mid-North Coast of NSW.
There's always something happening on our calendar of events. New members are always welcome.
A happy group of motoring enthusiasts dedicated to bringing their historic vehicles back to their original beauty and having lots of fun using them for outings around the beautiful Mid-North Coast of NSW.
There's always something happening on our calendar of events. New members are always welcome.
 ARE YOU INTERESTED
IN JOINING OUR CLUB?
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COMING MID-WEEK
LUNCHEON VENUES May 20th Bonny Hills Beach Hotel Starts 12pm Contact Lois - 0405 192 490 2026 Coffee Runs
May 22nd Kew |
2026 Friday Coffee Run Schedule
John Gunn's Coffee Runs are up and running for 2026. Designed as an informal and simple reason to go for a run in your old car. You'll meet up with like-minded members, who just like a drive and a chat with friends. On the first Friday of each month, they gather at Lasiandra Park, Cnr. Cameron St. & Blackbutt Dr. in Wauchope to explore a coffee outlet in our northern area. On the fourth Friday of the month, they gather at the Kew Information Centre, departing at 9:30am to give our southern area a go. Details can be found in the Events Calendar. Log Books must be used. |
RECENT EVENTS
OLD BAR RUN - APRIL 2026
Sunday, 12th April. Perfect sunny day. We all met at Kew to head for Chris Page's property at Oxley Island. Chris had the urn boiling, selection of tea, coffee and biscuits waiting. We gathered outside the shed in the shade where we had our morning tea. After morning tea, Chris gave us an informed talk of his magnificent collection of vehicles - mainly Morgan's, Jaguars, with a thrown in selection of other varieties. Also a wonderful display of motorbikes. Chris was an extremely gracious host and everyone was impressed by his collection and magnificent shed. We left Chris's property around midday and drove to Old Bar where some bought a picnic lunch and others bought from a fabulous little Cafe at the park. It was great to have visitors from the Kempsey club join us for the day.
Those attending were:- Dorothy and Graham Branch - 1990 Capri. David and Margaret Hayes with their friends Laurence and Christine Hoffman -1959 Dodge, Derek Anderson - 1970 MGB, Chris Whalley - 1958 Wolseley 1500,
John and Dellis Gunn - 1990 Toyota Celica, David Spokes with visitors Bronwyn and Frosty from Armidale - 1948 Pontiac, Terry and Janet Hill - 1973 BMW sedan, John Toohey and Colleen Sydenham - 1973 Kombi, Ian and Trish Newman with son David - Modern, Bruce Wilson and Pat Stallebrass - 1959 Singer wagon, Mike and Colleen Chard - 1956 Magnette, Ron and Thea Morris - 1958 Austin Freeway, Bob and Linda Shreeve - Range Rover, Jim Dalton, Sid Dalton and Michelle - 1970 Mercedes, Kempsey KMARC visitors Neville Schmidt and Dave and Caroline Homburg. Apologise if I have missed anyone that attended.
Sunday, 12th April. Perfect sunny day. We all met at Kew to head for Chris Page's property at Oxley Island. Chris had the urn boiling, selection of tea, coffee and biscuits waiting. We gathered outside the shed in the shade where we had our morning tea. After morning tea, Chris gave us an informed talk of his magnificent collection of vehicles - mainly Morgan's, Jaguars, with a thrown in selection of other varieties. Also a wonderful display of motorbikes. Chris was an extremely gracious host and everyone was impressed by his collection and magnificent shed. We left Chris's property around midday and drove to Old Bar where some bought a picnic lunch and others bought from a fabulous little Cafe at the park. It was great to have visitors from the Kempsey club join us for the day.
Those attending were:- Dorothy and Graham Branch - 1990 Capri. David and Margaret Hayes with their friends Laurence and Christine Hoffman -1959 Dodge, Derek Anderson - 1970 MGB, Chris Whalley - 1958 Wolseley 1500,
John and Dellis Gunn - 1990 Toyota Celica, David Spokes with visitors Bronwyn and Frosty from Armidale - 1948 Pontiac, Terry and Janet Hill - 1973 BMW sedan, John Toohey and Colleen Sydenham - 1973 Kombi, Ian and Trish Newman with son David - Modern, Bruce Wilson and Pat Stallebrass - 1959 Singer wagon, Mike and Colleen Chard - 1956 Magnette, Ron and Thea Morris - 1958 Austin Freeway, Bob and Linda Shreeve - Range Rover, Jim Dalton, Sid Dalton and Michelle - 1970 Mercedes, Kempsey KMARC visitors Neville Schmidt and Dave and Caroline Homburg. Apologise if I have missed anyone that attended.
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DORRIGO CAMP OUT - MARCH 2026
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MID-WEEK LUNCH REPORT – FEBRUARY 2026
Our February Mid-Week lunch, was held at the Lake Cathie Tavern on Wednesday 18th February, 2026. We had a really good “roll-up”, with 20 members and 1 guest joining us for lunch. This venue is obviously quite popular!!
We could not fault the service, size and quality of the meal or the ambience of the venue. Conversations were many and varied and the noise from our tables was proof that everyone was having a great time!!
What’s stopping you??, we’d love to increase our attendance numbers even further as we progress into 2026! Why not join us for our Mid Week Lunches? Everyone is welcome. Our next few lunches are printed below. We meet at the venue at 12 noon and you order your choice of meal.
PLEASE NOTE THAT LOIS & GARRY HOGAN WILL BE UNABLE TO ATTEND THE MID-WEEK LUNCHES IN MARCH AND APRIL, SO PLEASE LET COLLEEN SYDENHAM KNOW IF YOU ARE COMING OR JUST TURN UP!!
Our February Mid-Week lunch, was held at the Lake Cathie Tavern on Wednesday 18th February, 2026. We had a really good “roll-up”, with 20 members and 1 guest joining us for lunch. This venue is obviously quite popular!!
We could not fault the service, size and quality of the meal or the ambience of the venue. Conversations were many and varied and the noise from our tables was proof that everyone was having a great time!!
What’s stopping you??, we’d love to increase our attendance numbers even further as we progress into 2026! Why not join us for our Mid Week Lunches? Everyone is welcome. Our next few lunches are printed below. We meet at the venue at 12 noon and you order your choice of meal.
PLEASE NOTE THAT LOIS & GARRY HOGAN WILL BE UNABLE TO ATTEND THE MID-WEEK LUNCHES IN MARCH AND APRIL, SO PLEASE LET COLLEEN SYDENHAM KNOW IF YOU ARE COMING OR JUST TURN UP!!
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BILLABONG DRIVE TO YIPPIN CREEK RESERVE & TELEGRAPH POINT RESERVE. Sunday 8th February 2026.
After arriving at Billabong Drive, we all agreed travel to Yippin Greek Reserve to have morning tea & coffee under the shade trees and out of the sun. We all travelled thru Pembroke and on to Telegraph Point Reserve for a picnic lunch. Everyone enjoyed themselves with lots of laugher and tales going on.
Thank you to those members who attended,
David Spokes : Austin 105, Mike & Colleen Chard : 1956 MG Magnette, Chris Whalley : 1958 Wolseley 1500, Howard & Lyn Hurlstone & 1964 EH Holden, Jim Dalton & Michelle : 1978 Mercedes Benz, Greg Knaggs, Brue Scott : Mercedes 320, Geoff & Annette Gibbs : Capri, Bob & Linda Shreeve : Range Rover, Stan Foster : 1957 Morris Minor, Steve Goddard : 1929 Desota, Len Colbert : 1929 Graham Paige, Peter Denham : 1961 Hillman, John Toohey & Colleen Sydenham : 1978 Rolls Royce, Rocket Turnbull : 1928 Austin 7, Ian & Tricia Newman : Modern, David Hayes : 1934 Packard, Craig & Naomi Akhurst : 1924 McLaughlin Buick, Barry & Judy Burton : 1953 Chev, Stewart Armstrong : 1953 50-2106 Holden, John & Dellis Gunn : 1990 Toyota Celica.
Safe Motoring
Chris Whalley.
After arriving at Billabong Drive, we all agreed travel to Yippin Greek Reserve to have morning tea & coffee under the shade trees and out of the sun. We all travelled thru Pembroke and on to Telegraph Point Reserve for a picnic lunch. Everyone enjoyed themselves with lots of laugher and tales going on.
Thank you to those members who attended,
David Spokes : Austin 105, Mike & Colleen Chard : 1956 MG Magnette, Chris Whalley : 1958 Wolseley 1500, Howard & Lyn Hurlstone & 1964 EH Holden, Jim Dalton & Michelle : 1978 Mercedes Benz, Greg Knaggs, Brue Scott : Mercedes 320, Geoff & Annette Gibbs : Capri, Bob & Linda Shreeve : Range Rover, Stan Foster : 1957 Morris Minor, Steve Goddard : 1929 Desota, Len Colbert : 1929 Graham Paige, Peter Denham : 1961 Hillman, John Toohey & Colleen Sydenham : 1978 Rolls Royce, Rocket Turnbull : 1928 Austin 7, Ian & Tricia Newman : Modern, David Hayes : 1934 Packard, Craig & Naomi Akhurst : 1924 McLaughlin Buick, Barry & Judy Burton : 1953 Chev, Stewart Armstrong : 1953 50-2106 Holden, John & Dellis Gunn : 1990 Toyota Celica.
Safe Motoring
Chris Whalley.
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MID-WEEK LUNCH REPORT – JANUARY 2026
Our January Mid-Week lunch was held at the Laurieton United Services Club on Wednesday 21st January, 2026. We had 17 members and 7 guests join us for lunch, a great turn-out considering we were still in the January holiday period!
The lunches were large and very nicely presented and conversation, on all manner of subjects, prevailed.
This lunch was the last time we were able to catch up with Eric & Trish Lewis, who, in a few days time will be moving to Stroud to be closer to family. They have missed very few Mid-Week Lunches since joining the Car Club and, of course, they will be sorely missed. They were presented with a Farewell Card and we wish them well as they settle into their new home.
What’s stopping you??, we’d love to increase our attendance numbers even further in 2026! Why not join us for our Mid Week Lunches? Everyone is welcome. Our next few lunches are printed below. We meet at the venue at 12 noon and you order your choice of meal. It is helpful, for seating purposes, if you can let Lois Hogan know if you are coming, but this is not an absolute necessity.
Our January Mid-Week lunch was held at the Laurieton United Services Club on Wednesday 21st January, 2026. We had 17 members and 7 guests join us for lunch, a great turn-out considering we were still in the January holiday period!
The lunches were large and very nicely presented and conversation, on all manner of subjects, prevailed.
This lunch was the last time we were able to catch up with Eric & Trish Lewis, who, in a few days time will be moving to Stroud to be closer to family. They have missed very few Mid-Week Lunches since joining the Car Club and, of course, they will be sorely missed. They were presented with a Farewell Card and we wish them well as they settle into their new home.
What’s stopping you??, we’d love to increase our attendance numbers even further in 2026! Why not join us for our Mid Week Lunches? Everyone is welcome. Our next few lunches are printed below. We meet at the venue at 12 noon and you order your choice of meal. It is helpful, for seating purposes, if you can let Lois Hogan know if you are coming, but this is not an absolute necessity.
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FISH AND CHIP RUN 21st DECEMBER 2025
There were about 26 members present at McInherney Park Port Macquarie with a vast selection of cars represented. The cars actually made a magnificent display so well done to the owners. The venue was something new as Chris has had difficulty in tyring to arrange a suitable venue in the past. This venue and the food drop off was something new and I think it worked well. The weather was good with a gentle breeze coming off the river which made it quite comfortable. We had the shelter shed to ourselves and was insect free all the time we were there. Some members met up at the Billabong at 2.00 for a 2.30 departure, with Chris Whalley taking the lead for a short run around Sancrox and other parts of the area and then on to McInherney Park with others meeting us at the park later on. Those present were given a fish n chip tray. Everyone enjoyed the food and the company that went alone with such a gathering of members. The run was only planned as a short run with the get together for an informal meal and provided the opportunity for sharing the camaraderie of members. The day was a success with all present enjoying themselves and exchanging best wishes for the festive season.
There were about 26 members present at McInherney Park Port Macquarie with a vast selection of cars represented. The cars actually made a magnificent display so well done to the owners. The venue was something new as Chris has had difficulty in tyring to arrange a suitable venue in the past. This venue and the food drop off was something new and I think it worked well. The weather was good with a gentle breeze coming off the river which made it quite comfortable. We had the shelter shed to ourselves and was insect free all the time we were there. Some members met up at the Billabong at 2.00 for a 2.30 departure, with Chris Whalley taking the lead for a short run around Sancrox and other parts of the area and then on to McInherney Park with others meeting us at the park later on. Those present were given a fish n chip tray. Everyone enjoyed the food and the company that went alone with such a gathering of members. The run was only planned as a short run with the get together for an informal meal and provided the opportunity for sharing the camaraderie of members. The day was a success with all present enjoying themselves and exchanging best wishes for the festive season.
MID WEEK LUNCH REPORT - DECEMBER 2025
Our December Mid-Week lunch was held at The Wauchope Country Club on Wednesday 17th December, 2025. We had 18 members join us for lunch on our last Mid-Week Lunch for this year.
It was great to see so many members join us when one considers all the other events one has to attend during this Christmas period. All attendees had a lovely time together with great food, great conversation and a great location. Who could ask for anything more?? We were very pleased that Kerrie & Bruce Randall were able to join us, after Kerrie’s recent surgery.
What’s stopping you??, we’d love to increase our attendance numbers in the New Year! Why not join us for our Mid Week Lunches in 2026? Everyone is welcome. Our January venue is listed below. We meet at the venue at 12 noon and you order your choice of meal. It is helpful, for seating purposes, if you can let Lois Hogan know if you are coming, but this is not an absolute necessity.
The January, 2026 lunch will be held at 12 noon on WEDNESDAY 21ST JANUARY at LAURIETON UNITED SERVICES CLUB, 2 Seymour Street, Laurieton.
Our December Mid-Week lunch was held at The Wauchope Country Club on Wednesday 17th December, 2025. We had 18 members join us for lunch on our last Mid-Week Lunch for this year.
It was great to see so many members join us when one considers all the other events one has to attend during this Christmas period. All attendees had a lovely time together with great food, great conversation and a great location. Who could ask for anything more?? We were very pleased that Kerrie & Bruce Randall were able to join us, after Kerrie’s recent surgery.
What’s stopping you??, we’d love to increase our attendance numbers in the New Year! Why not join us for our Mid Week Lunches in 2026? Everyone is welcome. Our January venue is listed below. We meet at the venue at 12 noon and you order your choice of meal. It is helpful, for seating purposes, if you can let Lois Hogan know if you are coming, but this is not an absolute necessity.
The January, 2026 lunch will be held at 12 noon on WEDNESDAY 21ST JANUARY at LAURIETON UNITED SERVICES CLUB, 2 Seymour Street, Laurieton.
MEMBERS CHRISTMAS PINIC LUNCH JUBILEE HALL DUNBOGAN 7/12/2025
We arrived at Dunbogan on a cloudy drizzly day so first job was to erect our 2x 6x3 gazebos to give us some shade and a bit of protection from the elements. Cindy organised morning tea & coffee & treats for everyone while I presented the restorers trophies to Laurie Wickings – 1922 Ford Turtleback Roadster John Florimo – 1973 Moke, Warrick Madden – 1975 VW Superbug, David Knowles – 1991 Falcon Utility, Rocket Turnbull – 1949 MG TD Coupe Well done all!!! Many thanks to John Gunn for his work making the Restorers Trophies. Thanks John well done mate!!!
Afterwards I presented on behalf of Alby Agnello who was an apologise on the day the CLUB PERSON OF THE YEAR award for 2025 to Colleen Sydenham. Congratulations Colleen Well Done!!!! Rick & Robyn Bushell presented the Bushells Trophy for the best presented car at the Presidents Run recently to John Toohey with his 1985 Fairway FX4 London Cab. Fantastic John Well Done!!!
Cindy and her team of helpers being Lyn Hurlstone, Birgit Williamson, Jenny Piper, Thea Morris, Warrick Blackman & David Box had lunch ready to be served and the weather didn’t good outside. Storm clouds were brewing and it wasn’t long before the heavens opened up. A few close claps of thunder and the hall was packed with members. After the brief storm Deserts came out and it was decided to start with Colleens Christmas raffle please see her report. Many Thanks Colleen!!!
Many thanks to everyone who dressed up in their Christmas gear it makes our club look great. A special thank you to Cindy who goes out of her way to make this day a wonderful success. Thank you to everyone who attended we had 78 members and a few guests a great day was had by all. Cindy and I hope everyone has a wonderful Christmas and all the best of luck and health for 2026.
Safe Motoring
Chris & Cindy Whalley.
Colleen's Report.
At our Xmas party recently, we raised an amazing $304.20 on the huge raffle, some prizes supplied by the club and others boosted with contributions by the following members. Joseph Agnello, Brett Wilson, Patricia Lewis, Dorothy Branch, Jennifer Lucey, Jenny Piper, John Toohey, Janet Spraggon, Linda Shreeve and Colleen Sydenham. A HUGE thank you to you all for making the display of 32 prizes, so varied and for some a hard choice to make.
There were too many winners to list them all and some were lucky enough to win more than once.
We arrived at Dunbogan on a cloudy drizzly day so first job was to erect our 2x 6x3 gazebos to give us some shade and a bit of protection from the elements. Cindy organised morning tea & coffee & treats for everyone while I presented the restorers trophies to Laurie Wickings – 1922 Ford Turtleback Roadster John Florimo – 1973 Moke, Warrick Madden – 1975 VW Superbug, David Knowles – 1991 Falcon Utility, Rocket Turnbull – 1949 MG TD Coupe Well done all!!! Many thanks to John Gunn for his work making the Restorers Trophies. Thanks John well done mate!!!
Afterwards I presented on behalf of Alby Agnello who was an apologise on the day the CLUB PERSON OF THE YEAR award for 2025 to Colleen Sydenham. Congratulations Colleen Well Done!!!! Rick & Robyn Bushell presented the Bushells Trophy for the best presented car at the Presidents Run recently to John Toohey with his 1985 Fairway FX4 London Cab. Fantastic John Well Done!!!
Cindy and her team of helpers being Lyn Hurlstone, Birgit Williamson, Jenny Piper, Thea Morris, Warrick Blackman & David Box had lunch ready to be served and the weather didn’t good outside. Storm clouds were brewing and it wasn’t long before the heavens opened up. A few close claps of thunder and the hall was packed with members. After the brief storm Deserts came out and it was decided to start with Colleens Christmas raffle please see her report. Many Thanks Colleen!!!
Many thanks to everyone who dressed up in their Christmas gear it makes our club look great. A special thank you to Cindy who goes out of her way to make this day a wonderful success. Thank you to everyone who attended we had 78 members and a few guests a great day was had by all. Cindy and I hope everyone has a wonderful Christmas and all the best of luck and health for 2026.
Safe Motoring
Chris & Cindy Whalley.
Colleen's Report.
At our Xmas party recently, we raised an amazing $304.20 on the huge raffle, some prizes supplied by the club and others boosted with contributions by the following members. Joseph Agnello, Brett Wilson, Patricia Lewis, Dorothy Branch, Jennifer Lucey, Jenny Piper, John Toohey, Janet Spraggon, Linda Shreeve and Colleen Sydenham. A HUGE thank you to you all for making the display of 32 prizes, so varied and for some a hard choice to make.
There were too many winners to list them all and some were lucky enough to win more than once.
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MID-WEEK LUNCH REPORT – NOVEMBER 2025
Our November Mid-Week lunch, was held at Club Harrington on Wednesday 19th November, 2025. We had 14 members and 3 guests drive to Harrington to join us for lunch on a beautiful, sunny, late Spring day. The view through the picture windows of the club’s Bistro was absolutely spectacular and a wonderful way to spend a Wednesday afternoon. The meals were lovely and quite large which necessitated a few “doggy bags” being called for, and no one went home hungry!!
It was great to have Geoff & Annette Gibbs join us at a Mid-Week Lunch for the first time as they “notched up” their three events so they can join our Club. Also Barry & Judy Burton’s daughter, Janette, joined us for lunch with her parents. Of course, all the guests were made to feel very welcome.
What’s stopping you??, we’d love to increase our attendance numbers! Why not join us for our Mid Week Lunches? Everyone is welcome. Our next few lunches are printed below. We meet at the venue at 12 noon and you order your choice of meal. It is helpful, for seating purposes, if you can let Lois Hogan know if you are coming, but this is not an absolute necessity.
The December, 2025 lunch will be held at 12 noon on WEDNESDAY 17TH DECEMBER at WAUCHOPE COUNTRY CLUB, 24 King Street, Wauchope.
The January, 2026 lunch will be held at 12 noon on WEDNESDAY 21ST JANUARY at LAURIETON UNITED SERVICES CLUB, 2 Seymour Street, Laurieton.
Our November Mid-Week lunch, was held at Club Harrington on Wednesday 19th November, 2025. We had 14 members and 3 guests drive to Harrington to join us for lunch on a beautiful, sunny, late Spring day. The view through the picture windows of the club’s Bistro was absolutely spectacular and a wonderful way to spend a Wednesday afternoon. The meals were lovely and quite large which necessitated a few “doggy bags” being called for, and no one went home hungry!!
It was great to have Geoff & Annette Gibbs join us at a Mid-Week Lunch for the first time as they “notched up” their three events so they can join our Club. Also Barry & Judy Burton’s daughter, Janette, joined us for lunch with her parents. Of course, all the guests were made to feel very welcome.
What’s stopping you??, we’d love to increase our attendance numbers! Why not join us for our Mid Week Lunches? Everyone is welcome. Our next few lunches are printed below. We meet at the venue at 12 noon and you order your choice of meal. It is helpful, for seating purposes, if you can let Lois Hogan know if you are coming, but this is not an absolute necessity.
The December, 2025 lunch will be held at 12 noon on WEDNESDAY 17TH DECEMBER at WAUCHOPE COUNTRY CLUB, 24 King Street, Wauchope.
The January, 2026 lunch will be held at 12 noon on WEDNESDAY 21ST JANUARY at LAURIETON UNITED SERVICES CLUB, 2 Seymour Street, Laurieton.
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PRESIDENT’S RUN – 16th November Dear Members Well this was a wonderful day out for my final representation as President of the Hastings Auto Restorer's Society. We had about 6 cars meet up at the Billabong Zoo in really consistent rain. We thought this was gonna be interesting. We decided to head over to Sovereign Hills coffee shop for a nice coffee and tea. It was wonderful walking in & a table just happened to be available to ten people. Perfect! We then headed to the Moore Beer Brewery for a much appreciated tour of their beautiful setup. Lee & Mark were very great hosts having us around and showing us the in’s & out’s of their production. After having lunch we had our best presented car voted to John Toohey for his 1987 London Taxi - Congrats John. A fantastic time together & I was very proud to have represented our club for the last 3 years. Thanks again for every members support and looking forward to many events together again. Alby Agnello, Ex-president.
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Annual Club Registration Day held at the workshop of David Spokes on the 9th November 2025.
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JOHNS RIVER MARKETS SHOW & SHINE – 8 th November A lovely sunny morning for the drive down to Johns River. The event was well attended by Club members which was much appreciated by the Johns River Market organisers – thank you all for your support. Attendees: Peter Denham – Hillman wagon, Gary & Bernadette Henderson – Mustang, Howard & Lyn Hurlstone – EH, Stan Foster – Morris Minor, David Box – Rover, Jim Dalton – Mercedes, Graeme Gill – Chrysler Galant, Terry Hill – BMW, Ron Morris – Austin Freeway, Bruce Wilson & Pat – Singer station wagon, John Toohey – Austin A30, John Curtis – Internation Truck, Phil Constable – FJ, Colleen Sydenham & son – London Taxi, Justin Mason – Citroen D Special, David Spokes – Austin Westminster & A40 Visitors: Graham Jackson – HR Premier, Jason Linney – XA GT Falcon & Dave Baldry – XR GT
Photos courtesy of Colleen's son, Greg, with his new toy.
Photos courtesy of Colleen's son, Greg, with his new toy.
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MID-WEEK LUNCH REPORT – OCTOBER 2025
Our October Mid-Week lunch, was held at The Bago Tavern on Wednesday 15th October, 2025. Numbers were a little light on this month due to illness and previous commitments; however the twelve members who were able to come had a lovely time on a beautiful spring day.
We were very comfortable on long tables under a large permanent awning at the front of the tavern with a nice breeze keeping us from being too hot. The meals were served fairly promptly and were really tasty, and of course, conversation was rife around the table. Some members were able to drive their old cars and have them grace the carpark, which evoked the interest of the passing locals.
What’s stopping you??, we’d love to increase our attendance numbers! Why not join us for our Mid Week Lunches? Everyone is welcome. Our next few lunches are printed below. We meet at the venue at 12 noon and you order your choice of meal. It is helpful, for seating purposes, if you can let Lois Hogan know if you are coming, but this is not an absolute necessity.
Our October Mid-Week lunch, was held at The Bago Tavern on Wednesday 15th October, 2025. Numbers were a little light on this month due to illness and previous commitments; however the twelve members who were able to come had a lovely time on a beautiful spring day.
We were very comfortable on long tables under a large permanent awning at the front of the tavern with a nice breeze keeping us from being too hot. The meals were served fairly promptly and were really tasty, and of course, conversation was rife around the table. Some members were able to drive their old cars and have them grace the carpark, which evoked the interest of the passing locals.
What’s stopping you??, we’d love to increase our attendance numbers! Why not join us for our Mid Week Lunches? Everyone is welcome. Our next few lunches are printed below. We meet at the venue at 12 noon and you order your choice of meal. It is helpful, for seating purposes, if you can let Lois Hogan know if you are coming, but this is not an absolute necessity.
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PORT MACQUARIE SWAP MEET SUNDAY 21ST SEPTEMBER 2025
After a storm on Friday night before our Swap Meet in which Port Macquarie received 18mm the weekend turned on spring, dry, warm, calm weather. Unfortunately, this year our site bookings were well down. Months of wet weather all winter and now with Marketplace becoming so popular it is becoming harder to book out all sites these days. The public attendance was down about 350 people on previous years.
I would like this opportunity to thank our members who always who turn up in numbers and support this Swap Meet. An amazing effort from Barry Westaway, David Box and Warwick Blackman to once again deliver a heap of Swap gear from the container at Dunbogan and return it back to it. Many thanks to John & Dellis Gunn and their team of brilliant workers who helped all weekend with the kitchen set up, cooking, serving and the clean-up. Especially well done all. Jim Dalton and his team who looked after the front gate well done all. The car parking was well looked after by Jason Deakin and John & Sue Cook. John Luckman, John Florimo, Wayne Harpur and Alby Agnello did well looking after the rear limited parking area.
Great success again with the wheel barrow raffle many thanks to Rocket Turnbull and his team of Len Colbert, Peter Denham and Norma Dwyer together with Norm Dunn who did a great job printing out 5000 tickets. An excellent result for our club, the winner of the raffle being Gail with ticket number 01661 and the ticket was purchased from Settlement City.
Swap bookings were well looked after by Lois Hogan, Steve & Virginia Stewart and it is pleasing to see Amanda Wilson coming along to see her way with taking over the bookings for 2026. Cindy and I wish you well with this. I would like to personally thank Steve Stewart who has been amazing support with the Swap Meet over the last 5 years. Last but not least our sponsor’s thanks to Redpoint c/o Easy Mike Lonie, go signs c/o Peter Spinks, Bunnings PMQ, Coats Hire c/o Matt Black, Settlement City, Ritchies IGA Wauchope, Laurieton Riverwalk Markets and Laurieton Tyres c/o Peter Poole.
Over the last nine years that Cindy and I have coordinated the Port Macquarie Swap Meet we both have enjoyed the experience thru difficult times with Covid and Racecourse lockdowns however it is now time for a change and we both wish that the Port Macquarie Swap Meet continues for years to come. Thank you all for your support.
Safe Motoring
Chris & Cindy Whalley.
After a storm on Friday night before our Swap Meet in which Port Macquarie received 18mm the weekend turned on spring, dry, warm, calm weather. Unfortunately, this year our site bookings were well down. Months of wet weather all winter and now with Marketplace becoming so popular it is becoming harder to book out all sites these days. The public attendance was down about 350 people on previous years.
I would like this opportunity to thank our members who always who turn up in numbers and support this Swap Meet. An amazing effort from Barry Westaway, David Box and Warwick Blackman to once again deliver a heap of Swap gear from the container at Dunbogan and return it back to it. Many thanks to John & Dellis Gunn and their team of brilliant workers who helped all weekend with the kitchen set up, cooking, serving and the clean-up. Especially well done all. Jim Dalton and his team who looked after the front gate well done all. The car parking was well looked after by Jason Deakin and John & Sue Cook. John Luckman, John Florimo, Wayne Harpur and Alby Agnello did well looking after the rear limited parking area.
Great success again with the wheel barrow raffle many thanks to Rocket Turnbull and his team of Len Colbert, Peter Denham and Norma Dwyer together with Norm Dunn who did a great job printing out 5000 tickets. An excellent result for our club, the winner of the raffle being Gail with ticket number 01661 and the ticket was purchased from Settlement City.
Swap bookings were well looked after by Lois Hogan, Steve & Virginia Stewart and it is pleasing to see Amanda Wilson coming along to see her way with taking over the bookings for 2026. Cindy and I wish you well with this. I would like to personally thank Steve Stewart who has been amazing support with the Swap Meet over the last 5 years. Last but not least our sponsor’s thanks to Redpoint c/o Easy Mike Lonie, go signs c/o Peter Spinks, Bunnings PMQ, Coats Hire c/o Matt Black, Settlement City, Ritchies IGA Wauchope, Laurieton Riverwalk Markets and Laurieton Tyres c/o Peter Poole.
Over the last nine years that Cindy and I have coordinated the Port Macquarie Swap Meet we both have enjoyed the experience thru difficult times with Covid and Racecourse lockdowns however it is now time for a change and we both wish that the Port Macquarie Swap Meet continues for years to come. Thank you all for your support.
Safe Motoring
Chris & Cindy Whalley.
Rocket calling the winner of the raffle raising funds for the Oncology Unit at Port Macquarie Hospital. It was won by Gail of Port Macquarie with ticket number 01661.
Jim at the front gate.
The lovely and hard working sustenance providers.
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Easymike at the Redpoint site, one of our great sponsors.
Amanda and Lois taking bookings for next year.
Virginia, Chris and Garry doing the rounds.
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Oscar at the Go Signs site, another of our great sponsors.
John and Stewart cooking up a storm.
Great weather and a strong attendance.
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MID WEEK LUNCH REPORT - SEPTEMBER 2025
Our September Mid-Week lunch, was held at The Lake Cathie Tavern on Wednesday 17th September, 2025. We had seventeen members and one visitor attend on the day, to enjoy this lovely venue. We filled two long tables set out for us, enjoyed a good variety of food from the menu, with most choosing from the Specials Menu. The general consensus around the table was that all the meals tasted lovely and were ‘huge’, not much dinner was expected to be cooked on Wednesday night!! What’s stopping you??, we’d love to increase our attendance numbers! Why not join us for our Mid Week Lunches? Everyone is welcome. Our next few lunches are printed below. We meet at the venue at 12 noon and you order your choice of meal. It is helpful, for seating purposes, if you can let Lois Hogan know if you are coming, but this is not an absolute necessity. THE LAKE CATHIE TAVERN ATTENDEES: Garry & Lois Hogan, Steve Goddard, Eric & Trish Lewis, Bruce Wilson & Pat Stallebrass, Barry & Judy Burton, Colleen Sydenham & John Toohey, Colleen & Mike Chard, Kerrie & Bruce Randall, Alex Lockley, Wayne Harper VISITORS: Alex Lockley’s son
Our September Mid-Week lunch, was held at The Lake Cathie Tavern on Wednesday 17th September, 2025. We had seventeen members and one visitor attend on the day, to enjoy this lovely venue. We filled two long tables set out for us, enjoyed a good variety of food from the menu, with most choosing from the Specials Menu. The general consensus around the table was that all the meals tasted lovely and were ‘huge’, not much dinner was expected to be cooked on Wednesday night!! What’s stopping you??, we’d love to increase our attendance numbers! Why not join us for our Mid Week Lunches? Everyone is welcome. Our next few lunches are printed below. We meet at the venue at 12 noon and you order your choice of meal. It is helpful, for seating purposes, if you can let Lois Hogan know if you are coming, but this is not an absolute necessity. THE LAKE CATHIE TAVERN ATTENDEES: Garry & Lois Hogan, Steve Goddard, Eric & Trish Lewis, Bruce Wilson & Pat Stallebrass, Barry & Judy Burton, Colleen Sydenham & John Toohey, Colleen & Mike Chard, Kerrie & Bruce Randall, Alex Lockley, Wayne Harper VISITORS: Alex Lockley’s son
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Brian Murphy with his MG TC and Howard Hurlstone with his MG TF at the Laurieton Vintage Motor Club Show and Shine display held at the LUSC on Sunday the 7th September 2025.
DISPLAY DAY LAURIETON AGED CARE RESIDENCE THURSDAY 4th SEPTEMBER 2025.
On a beautiful spring morning at Lakeside aged care residence our club had a great display of vehicles to the delight of the residents and staff. Michelle McVerry the Lifestyle & Wellbeing Coordinator went out of her way to make sure that we were well catered for and the residents had a wonderful morning enjoying our cars.
Thankyou to those members who attended,
David Spokes EH Holden, Jim Dalton Mercedes D 300, Laurie & Elizabeth Wickings Morris Cowley, Howard & Lyn Hurlstone MGTF Roadster, Mike Chard Magnette, Alan Fenwick Charger, David Box Rover 95 P4, John Toohey & Colleen Sydenham Austin A30, Chris Whalley Wolseley 1500, Ron Morris Austin Freeway, Barry & Judy Burton Chev, Bruce Wilson Singer, John Gunn Zephyr Ute, Gary Henderson Mustang, Kirby Maxwell Guest.
Safe Motoring,
Chris Whalley.
On a beautiful spring morning at Lakeside aged care residence our club had a great display of vehicles to the delight of the residents and staff. Michelle McVerry the Lifestyle & Wellbeing Coordinator went out of her way to make sure that we were well catered for and the residents had a wonderful morning enjoying our cars.
Thankyou to those members who attended,
David Spokes EH Holden, Jim Dalton Mercedes D 300, Laurie & Elizabeth Wickings Morris Cowley, Howard & Lyn Hurlstone MGTF Roadster, Mike Chard Magnette, Alan Fenwick Charger, David Box Rover 95 P4, John Toohey & Colleen Sydenham Austin A30, Chris Whalley Wolseley 1500, Ron Morris Austin Freeway, Barry & Judy Burton Chev, Bruce Wilson Singer, John Gunn Zephyr Ute, Gary Henderson Mustang, Kirby Maxwell Guest.
Safe Motoring,
Chris Whalley.
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This will try you out Robin
Club Run to Krambach
Sunday, 6th July 2025
WOW! What a turnout for Dave Spokes organised Club run to Krambach.
More than 50 members and guests signed the attendance book!
On a beautifully clear and sunny day, we headed south through Taree and Nabiac before heading inland for the run up through dairy country to Krambach hotel for lunch at the Krambach Hotel.
... And what a lunch it was. The plates seemed to be loaded to overflowing, no matter what dish members ordered. The food was high standard and and a few doggy bags that the pub provided gave a fair clue as to what tea was to be eaten that night when they got home.
We couldn't ask more for a nice Club Run and thanks to Dave for arranging it.
Sunday, 6th July 2025
WOW! What a turnout for Dave Spokes organised Club run to Krambach.
More than 50 members and guests signed the attendance book!
On a beautifully clear and sunny day, we headed south through Taree and Nabiac before heading inland for the run up through dairy country to Krambach hotel for lunch at the Krambach Hotel.
... And what a lunch it was. The plates seemed to be loaded to overflowing, no matter what dish members ordered. The food was high standard and and a few doggy bags that the pub provided gave a fair clue as to what tea was to be eaten that night when they got home.
We couldn't ask more for a nice Club Run and thanks to Dave for arranging it.
A beer and a gossip. What more could three ladies need?
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Out on nice sunny verandah
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Chris and the Branches enjoying the tucker
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Lovely weather and nice shade greeted us at North Haven's Wall Reserve
HARS Austraia Day Outing
Sunday, 26th January 2025
After a late change of venue due to Queens Lake Sailing Club long weekend regatta and lack of parking for our cars it was decided to revisit the Wall Reserve at North Haven which proved to be an excellent venue.
John Gunn set up the Clubs trailer and BBQ which worked well and along with his team of David Spokes, Graeme Branch, and David Box. It wasn’t long before the bacon and egg rolls were served along with tea and coffee a great effort guys well done!!! In the mean time Cindy and Lyn Hurlstone were serving Lamintons and watermelon, organising the morning making sure everyone was looked after. Excellent work Cindy and Lyn, a big thank you to the Club members for attending making the day a great success! Many thanks to Steve and Virginia Stewart who looked after the Clubs finances collecting money on the day.
Once again thank you Club Members for supporting these events.
Safe Motoring
Chris and Cindy Whalley.
Sunday, 26th January 2025
After a late change of venue due to Queens Lake Sailing Club long weekend regatta and lack of parking for our cars it was decided to revisit the Wall Reserve at North Haven which proved to be an excellent venue.
John Gunn set up the Clubs trailer and BBQ which worked well and along with his team of David Spokes, Graeme Branch, and David Box. It wasn’t long before the bacon and egg rolls were served along with tea and coffee a great effort guys well done!!! In the mean time Cindy and Lyn Hurlstone were serving Lamintons and watermelon, organising the morning making sure everyone was looked after. Excellent work Cindy and Lyn, a big thank you to the Club members for attending making the day a great success! Many thanks to Steve and Virginia Stewart who looked after the Clubs finances collecting money on the day.
Once again thank you Club Members for supporting these events.
Safe Motoring
Chris and Cindy Whalley.
A perfect day under the welcome shade at Dunbogan
HARS Christmas BBQ
Sunday, 8th December 2024
And a fun time was had by all!
The day started with morning tea. Members and Guests had taken up possies under the trees at the Dunbogan Reserve. A light breeze (although enough to make the BBQ huff and puff!) made the day very pleasant.
Santa and Phil Constable made an early visit to the “Branch Residence” and left Dorothy gifts for the raffle and lucky door prizes for Members attending the day. Member John Florimo was the winner of the raffle. Big thanks to Colleen and Dorothy for their efforts. Well done, Ladies.
A Big thankyou to our BBQ men John Gunn and Terry Bell both of whom put up (very graciously I might add) with my micro managing, many thanks also to David Spokes, Graeme Branch, Col Shaw and Dellis Gunn” The good woman behind beside the Man”
Many thanks to Lyn Hurlstone, who always pops up, seemly from nowhere and lends both hands! Too all those who offered their help thank you it is very much appreciated.
Mr Have a Chat Chris Whalley, who loves the Christmas get together! (and doesn’t put up with my micro managing) “yes Dear, give me a minute Dear”. Thank you, Dear Christopher,
And not leased of all the wonderful Members who make up this successful Club. Thanks for making it such a great day! And making the effort at such a busy time of year to attend.
Wishing you all the very best for Christmas and New Year. OOXX Safe Motoring Cindy and Chris Whalley.
Sunday, 8th December 2024
And a fun time was had by all!
The day started with morning tea. Members and Guests had taken up possies under the trees at the Dunbogan Reserve. A light breeze (although enough to make the BBQ huff and puff!) made the day very pleasant.
Santa and Phil Constable made an early visit to the “Branch Residence” and left Dorothy gifts for the raffle and lucky door prizes for Members attending the day. Member John Florimo was the winner of the raffle. Big thanks to Colleen and Dorothy for their efforts. Well done, Ladies.
A Big thankyou to our BBQ men John Gunn and Terry Bell both of whom put up (very graciously I might add) with my micro managing, many thanks also to David Spokes, Graeme Branch, Col Shaw and Dellis Gunn” The good woman behind beside the Man”
Many thanks to Lyn Hurlstone, who always pops up, seemly from nowhere and lends both hands! Too all those who offered their help thank you it is very much appreciated.
Mr Have a Chat Chris Whalley, who loves the Christmas get together! (and doesn’t put up with my micro managing) “yes Dear, give me a minute Dear”. Thank you, Dear Christopher,
And not leased of all the wonderful Members who make up this successful Club. Thanks for making it such a great day! And making the effort at such a busy time of year to attend.
Wishing you all the very best for Christmas and New Year. OOXX Safe Motoring Cindy and Chris Whalley.
Lucky John cleaned up in the raffle
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Rocket taking it easy
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Plenty of time to relax
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The crowd flocking in for a bargain
2024 SWAP MEET
Sunday, September 15th 2024
Hastings Auto Restorers was at last able to hold their highly regarded Swap Meet on Sunday 15th of September.
Gates opened at 5.00am for site holders and at 7am a large contingent of bargain hunters streamed through to pick over the vast array of items on offer.
Swap organiser, Chris Whalley, has sold more sites this year than last, so the Meet is as popular as ever amongst stall-holders, who welcomed it back after the years off and have re-booked sites for next year.
Rocket Turnbull and his helpers were there selling raffle tickets in aid of the Port Macquarie Oncology Ward. The raffle was also well supported. Over the course of past Swap meets, our club has donated over $73,000 to the Cancer Ward and our craft group has donated 300 hand knitted rugs to the patients of Port Macquarie and Wauchope hospitals. Rocket says the target of surpassing $80,000 is within sight. (Club Treasurer, Steve Stewart has stated that our status as a "Not for Profit" organisation has been confirmed. Paul Murphy has volunteered to handle annual reporting requirements to ASIC at no charge to the club - a very generous offer.)
Sunday, September 15th 2024
Hastings Auto Restorers was at last able to hold their highly regarded Swap Meet on Sunday 15th of September.
Gates opened at 5.00am for site holders and at 7am a large contingent of bargain hunters streamed through to pick over the vast array of items on offer.
Swap organiser, Chris Whalley, has sold more sites this year than last, so the Meet is as popular as ever amongst stall-holders, who welcomed it back after the years off and have re-booked sites for next year.
Rocket Turnbull and his helpers were there selling raffle tickets in aid of the Port Macquarie Oncology Ward. The raffle was also well supported. Over the course of past Swap meets, our club has donated over $73,000 to the Cancer Ward and our craft group has donated 300 hand knitted rugs to the patients of Port Macquarie and Wauchope hospitals. Rocket says the target of surpassing $80,000 is within sight. (Club Treasurer, Steve Stewart has stated that our status as a "Not for Profit" organisation has been confirmed. Paul Murphy has volunteered to handle annual reporting requirements to ASIC at no charge to the club - a very generous offer.)
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Lang & Bev Kidby Welcome to Port Macquarie
August 21st, 2024
Some of our HARS members took the opportunity to welcome adventurers Lang & Bev Kidby to Port Macquarie as they completed the final leg of their epic 22,000km journey from England to Melbourne.
The project retraced the route followed by Francis Birtles, who drove a Tourer version of the 1923 Bean 14 car to Melbourne in 1927.
Lang & Bev left London in mid April, taking an “easy” drive across Europe before winding their way down through Iran, India,Thailand and Indonesia to Australia. They have stated that the hardest part of their journey was facing the extreme heat, with temperatures soaring between 50 and 55 degrees as they travelled from the Middle East through Pakistan to Asia." More info can be found on our News page HERE
August 21st, 2024
Some of our HARS members took the opportunity to welcome adventurers Lang & Bev Kidby to Port Macquarie as they completed the final leg of their epic 22,000km journey from England to Melbourne.
The project retraced the route followed by Francis Birtles, who drove a Tourer version of the 1923 Bean 14 car to Melbourne in 1927.
Lang & Bev left London in mid April, taking an “easy” drive across Europe before winding their way down through Iran, India,Thailand and Indonesia to Australia. They have stated that the hardest part of their journey was facing the extreme heat, with temperatures soaring between 50 and 55 degrees as they travelled from the Middle East through Pakistan to Asia." More info can be found on our News page HERE
Laurie and Marcia McGrath were on hand to welcome Lang & Bev
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The trusty 14hp Engine
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The ladies - All rugged up
Winter Wooly Rally
4-9th July, 2024
Dorothy and Greme Branch really excelled in their organization of this year’s Winter Woolly Run to the chilly New England towns of Guyra and Tenterfield. But that’s why we call it the Winter Woolly.
On Thursday morning we took off from Billabong Drive nice and early to give us time to enjoy the scenery along Waterfall Way to Guyra. Ebor Falls now features a huge lookout and platform, just opened in May. The visitor precinct received a $5.5 million upgrade after the 2019 bushfires decimated the site. It now boasts two new lookouts with heaps of galvanised railing, amenities and picnic shelters.
Then it was on to JoJo’s Café for a delicious lunch followed by some entertaining poetry reading from a wild character called James Warren in the Australian Poetry Hall of Fame. We followed this with a tour of Burgess Garage Car Museum, which housed some rare models in a well-kept setting. The Shiralee Motel provided some welcome warmth before nice meals at the local pub.
Day two it was off to John and Josie Ellis’s magnificent private collection of bowsers and associated garage related exhibits, all spick and span and beautifully presented. Surprisingly Josie is the avid collector with John admitting he has to pull back on the reins from time to time. Josie served us a nice home-cooked morning tea.
The next three nights of our rally were spent at the Tenterfield Bowlo Motel, which was adjacent to the Club, a real bonus as no driving was involved after a few drinks and some top rate food of an evening. On Saturday we went out to Girraween National Park, with its huge tracts of smooth rock, typical of the New England area, along with its strange geology featuring many balancing boulders perched up on top and looking like they could roll off with a bit of a push. On the way to lunch at Balancing Heart Vinyard we called in to a tiny farmhouse business selling “Heavenly Chocolates.” That turned into a chocoholic’s frenzy, the shop actually selling out of some lines. Lunch at the vineyard was cold and windy as we snuggled around a fire-drum they kindly provided for us while we tucked into their gourmet pizzas.
Sunday’s morning tea was taken on the platform of the Tenterfield Rail Museum. The museum gives access to several old trains and their carriages as well as the displays within the station, all well-presented and a credit to the volunteers. A side trip to Thunderbolts Hideaway revealed a huge cavern carved by erosion that reputedly housed the famous outlaw and his gang.
On Monday, after calling at the standing stones in Glen Innes it was on to Dorrigo for the last night before heading home Tuesday for a nice rest.
Thanks Dorothy and Graeme for a first rate, action-packed Rally. More pics HERE
4-9th July, 2024
Dorothy and Greme Branch really excelled in their organization of this year’s Winter Woolly Run to the chilly New England towns of Guyra and Tenterfield. But that’s why we call it the Winter Woolly.
On Thursday morning we took off from Billabong Drive nice and early to give us time to enjoy the scenery along Waterfall Way to Guyra. Ebor Falls now features a huge lookout and platform, just opened in May. The visitor precinct received a $5.5 million upgrade after the 2019 bushfires decimated the site. It now boasts two new lookouts with heaps of galvanised railing, amenities and picnic shelters.
Then it was on to JoJo’s Café for a delicious lunch followed by some entertaining poetry reading from a wild character called James Warren in the Australian Poetry Hall of Fame. We followed this with a tour of Burgess Garage Car Museum, which housed some rare models in a well-kept setting. The Shiralee Motel provided some welcome warmth before nice meals at the local pub.
Day two it was off to John and Josie Ellis’s magnificent private collection of bowsers and associated garage related exhibits, all spick and span and beautifully presented. Surprisingly Josie is the avid collector with John admitting he has to pull back on the reins from time to time. Josie served us a nice home-cooked morning tea.
The next three nights of our rally were spent at the Tenterfield Bowlo Motel, which was adjacent to the Club, a real bonus as no driving was involved after a few drinks and some top rate food of an evening. On Saturday we went out to Girraween National Park, with its huge tracts of smooth rock, typical of the New England area, along with its strange geology featuring many balancing boulders perched up on top and looking like they could roll off with a bit of a push. On the way to lunch at Balancing Heart Vinyard we called in to a tiny farmhouse business selling “Heavenly Chocolates.” That turned into a chocoholic’s frenzy, the shop actually selling out of some lines. Lunch at the vineyard was cold and windy as we snuggled around a fire-drum they kindly provided for us while we tucked into their gourmet pizzas.
Sunday’s morning tea was taken on the platform of the Tenterfield Rail Museum. The museum gives access to several old trains and their carriages as well as the displays within the station, all well-presented and a credit to the volunteers. A side trip to Thunderbolts Hideaway revealed a huge cavern carved by erosion that reputedly housed the famous outlaw and his gang.
On Monday, after calling at the standing stones in Glen Innes it was on to Dorrigo for the last night before heading home Tuesday for a nice rest.
Thanks Dorothy and Graeme for a first rate, action-packed Rally. More pics HERE
The iconic "Pub with No Beer" at Taylors Arm
Club Run to Kempsey and Taylors Arm
June 9th, 2024
Our Club Run to the "The Pub with no Beer" at Taylors Arm was blessed with a beautiful weather. Around 23 of our members took part for the run up through the pretty dairy country west of Macksville.
On the way, we stopped for morning tea at Riverside Park, which is a nicer setup than our usual venue just over the railway bridge. There was plenty of parking and covered picnic tables looking out over the Macleay River.
Around 8 or 10 members from Kempsey Club joined us as well.
The pub itself, made famous by Slim Dusty's song has lots of memorabilia and old photos of the pioneer and the huge logs they extracted from the surrounding forests.
June 9th, 2024
Our Club Run to the "The Pub with no Beer" at Taylors Arm was blessed with a beautiful weather. Around 23 of our members took part for the run up through the pretty dairy country west of Macksville.
On the way, we stopped for morning tea at Riverside Park, which is a nicer setup than our usual venue just over the railway bridge. There was plenty of parking and covered picnic tables looking out over the Macleay River.
Around 8 or 10 members from Kempsey Club joined us as well.
The pub itself, made famous by Slim Dusty's song has lots of memorabilia and old photos of the pioneer and the huge logs they extracted from the surrounding forests.
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Club Run to Stoney Creek Aqua Park - March 23, 2024 for Speedboat spectacular
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Jim' & daughter Michelle proved a winning combination
Observation Club Run
February 18th, 2024
Dave Spokes and John Gunn led us on a long and winding route to Rollands Plains Camping area, with the observers scouring the countryside for clues.
There was an excellent turnout of over 30 members and guests at Billabong Drive, ready to begin their search.
We weaved our way through Redbank to Beechwood for morning tea, then off again northwards through Pembrooke to Upper Rollands Plains and the campground for lunch. And what a beautiful day it was beside the river with everyone pinicking under the shady trees.
As would be expected, when it came to finding the best observer with the most correct answers... there were the usual good natured argument about what was the "correct" answer. But it was water off a ducks back to John Gunn as he handed out the rich (in calories) prizes to the happy winners.
February 18th, 2024
Dave Spokes and John Gunn led us on a long and winding route to Rollands Plains Camping area, with the observers scouring the countryside for clues.
There was an excellent turnout of over 30 members and guests at Billabong Drive, ready to begin their search.
We weaved our way through Redbank to Beechwood for morning tea, then off again northwards through Pembrooke to Upper Rollands Plains and the campground for lunch. And what a beautiful day it was beside the river with everyone pinicking under the shady trees.
As would be expected, when it came to finding the best observer with the most correct answers... there were the usual good natured argument about what was the "correct" answer. But it was water off a ducks back to John Gunn as he handed out the rich (in calories) prizes to the happy winners.
Birgit, Yvonne & Neville
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Stan, Lyn & Bev
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Pat looks a little dubiously at the size of the trophy
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Camp-out at Lakeside Forster Holiday Park
February 9th to 12th, 2024 The campers in our club certainly took to the idea of a return to Lakeside in Forster. There were 29 of us all told, completely filling out the entire section opposite the camp kitchen. Despite a rainy forecast, it only rained heavily one night and was no problem, the well grassed sites remaining dry. After settling in on Friday, it was over to the well appointed Camp Kitchen for a BBQ followed by Daphne's trivia, which made for plenty of laughs and lots of noise. Sunday was a busy day. After a quick look at the Tuncurry Markets, it was off to Seal Rocks and a walk up to the light-house. The views are worth the walk, offering a 360 degree panorama from Seal Rocks and little Seal Rock, then sweeping around south , down Seven Mile Beach towards Hawk Nest. After a quick lunch, Tour Leader Dave all-but circum-navigated Wallis Lake to lead us to the Green Cathedral at Pacific Palms and the fast growing settlement at Coomba Bay. More trivia on the last night... even noisier than before as everyone got into the swing of things... (aided by a few drops of Port.) Fortunately we had the Camp Kitchen pretty much to ourselves. All in all, it was a great few days with very happy group of members. |
The walk up to the Lighthouse
Waves smashing through a cleft in the rocks
The tranquil setting of the Green Cathedral nestled amongst the palms
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 Colleen, John and Howard found something funny
Australia Day Club Run
Queens Lake Sailing Club January 26th, 2024 There was plenty of red, white and blue on display as we celebrated this great country of ours at Queens Lake Sailing Club reserve. There were 36 happy flag wavers there... quite a roll up. It was a good location with plenty of shade and with the use of the Sailing Club's amenities (Thanks to Gunny) maybe we could keep it in mind for some future outing.
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Norma and Garry share a laugh
Bernadette, Pat, Dellis and Daph always find something to chat about
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