All smiles at the South West Rocks lunch
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.
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.
COMING EVENTS & OUTINGS
The grand old Dungog Bank Hotel
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WINTER WOOLY RUN TO DUNGOG
Friday 21st to Monday 24th JUNE Events Director Dave Spokes has chosen Dungog's historic Bank Hotel as our spot to snuggle down on our Winter Wooly Run. The refreshing breezes trickling down from the nearby Barrington tops will test those hardy souls brave enough to take their historic machines on the 211 km drive from Kew. There are several interesting day trips around Dungog and the Hotel itself is a blast from the past. Rooms are limited so get in early with your booking. Dungog Bank Hotel - 02 4492 1701 (Double $90 Single $55 free tea/coffee and toast in common Room. Shared Amenities) or Tall Timbers Motel - 02 4992 1547 (D:$130 S:$65, ensuite, toaster) Make sure to notify Dave if you are going. |
RECENT EVENTS
PRESIDENT'S RUN
9:30 am Sunday, 16th JUNE
The morning at Wavebowl went off well. Most of those who turned up had bowled at sometime in their life, though this was not always evident.
There was much laughter and a few dark horses who scored more than their share of strikes.
As usual there was plenty of food on hand thanks to Dellis and Daph and prizes of chocolates for winners and bush lemons for the dud deliveries. A run via one of Chris's country shortcuts and a generous lunch at Wauchope Country Club rounded out the day
9:30 am Sunday, 16th JUNE
The morning at Wavebowl went off well. Most of those who turned up had bowled at sometime in their life, though this was not always evident.
There was much laughter and a few dark horses who scored more than their share of strikes.
As usual there was plenty of food on hand thanks to Dellis and Daph and prizes of chocolates for winners and bush lemons for the dud deliveries. A run via one of Chris's country shortcuts and a generous lunch at Wauchope Country Club rounded out the day
Bargain Hunters check out the wide variety of stalls
HARS SWAP MEET & MARKET DAY
7:00 am Sunday, 2nd JUNE
Our annual swap meet continues to attract crowds of enthusiasts and this year numbers exceeded previous years with more than 2,600 coming through the gates.
Stallholders reported good trade from the186 undercover and outdoor sites and the weather was kinder with only a few morning spots giving way to sunny finish.
More on this year's Swap Meet can be found HERE
7:00 am Sunday, 2nd JUNE
Our annual swap meet continues to attract crowds of enthusiasts and this year numbers exceeded previous years with more than 2,600 coming through the gates.
Stallholders reported good trade from the186 undercover and outdoor sites and the weather was kinder with only a few morning spots giving way to sunny finish.
More on this year's Swap Meet can be found HERE
DAY TRIP to CATTAI WETLANDS
Sunday, 7th APRIL
The Cattai Wetlands has been described as "The Hidden Gem" of the Manning Valley.
Once farmland degraded by acid-sulphate soil, it was purchased by council in 2003. After major remediation works it is now recognised as an international bird-watching site and provides sanctuary to over 180 different species of birds, kangaroos, wallabies and goannas. (And 450 billion mosquitoes so bring your aero-guard)
Three walking tracks are available including a 2km stroll around the wetlands, a ramble through coastal blackbutt forest and a short hike to the look out on Spring Hill, where you can see as far south as Cape Hawke and Crowdy Head to the east.
Sunday, 7th APRIL
The Cattai Wetlands has been described as "The Hidden Gem" of the Manning Valley.
Once farmland degraded by acid-sulphate soil, it was purchased by council in 2003. After major remediation works it is now recognised as an international bird-watching site and provides sanctuary to over 180 different species of birds, kangaroos, wallabies and goannas. (And 450 billion mosquitoes so bring your aero-guard)
Three walking tracks are available including a 2km stroll around the wetlands, a ramble through coastal blackbutt forest and a short hike to the look out on Spring Hill, where you can see as far south as Cape Hawke and Crowdy Head to the east.
DAY TRIP to HAT HEAD
Sunday, 10th March
It was a beautiful day for the Sunday run to through Crescent Head to Hat Head and a large roll up of our members enjoyed the day.
We explored the Left Bank Rd on our way through to Gladstone. Nice scenery but more plenty of potholes and patches. Considering the dry weather we were surprised at the lushness and height of the grass on river-flat country. (Happy cows).
Lunch in the covered camp kitchen at Hat Head reserve gave everyone a chance to catch up on the latest gossip.
John Waters photos are HERE
Sunday, 10th March
It was a beautiful day for the Sunday run to through Crescent Head to Hat Head and a large roll up of our members enjoyed the day.
We explored the Left Bank Rd on our way through to Gladstone. Nice scenery but more plenty of potholes and patches. Considering the dry weather we were surprised at the lushness and height of the grass on river-flat country. (Happy cows).
Lunch in the covered camp kitchen at Hat Head reserve gave everyone a chance to catch up on the latest gossip.
John Waters photos are HERE
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FISH and CHIPS RUN to ROCKS FERRY
Sunday December 16th A showery Sunday put the dampeners on the run to Rocks Ferry and only a handful of starters risked taking their old cars out in the skies that threatened hail. However, the Fish and Chips at North Haven were as delicious as always and the cosy atmosphere in a bulging cafe made it a nice change from the usual picnic in the park. Our photographer John Waters took a few snaps and they're HERE |
COMBINED CLUBS RUN TO ARAKOON
Sunday November 18th A bleak day certainly scared away the Sugar Babies. Above is a photos of the entire field of entrants.... Chris and John Waters were the only ones from our club. One of the few bits of good news from the run was that John's FE Holden didn't overheat or break down! They found solace at Horseshoe Bay pub. |
 One of many interesting photos at Great Lakes Museum
PICNIC RUN TO FORSTER
Sunday November 25th Ten cars made the picnic run to Tuncurry on a blustery but rain-free Sunday. Royce Jago's 1955 all-original Holden FJ Special made an appearance and was hailed as a great shed-find. After lunch, a tour of Great Lakes Museum was a happy surprise, with plenty of exhibits showing the history of Forster and Tuncurry and its industries over the years. The photo above shows how much Nabiac has changed with the highway upgrade. Photos HERE |
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