The response to the expressions of interest in this trip were fantastic. The result is, there are 3 Groups now being planned.
High Level Trip Detail
A week or so on Fraser Island in early spring to avoid crowds, school holidays etc.
Exact meeting point to be advised.
Intend to get the barge from Inskip point (close to Rainbow beach) then spend up to 7 nights approximately on the island.
Access to and from the Island via the barge at Inskip Point.
A very high level itinerary, exact details to be advised. Arrive in Hook point, (southern tip of the island) and drive north to do the: Southern Lakes drive - Dilli to Central Station, visiting Lake Boomanjin, Lake Benaroon, Lake Barga, Lake Birrabeen, Lake Jennings, Wanggoolba Creek, Central Station.
Central Lakes drive Central station to Eurong, visiting Lake Mckenzie, Lake Wabby, Hamerstone Sandblow, Stonetool Sandblow.
Northern Forests drive - Happy Valley out to the Pinnacles, visiting Poyungan Valley, Lake Garawongera, Boomerang Lakes, Lake Allom, Knifeblade Sandblow, Maheno wreck , Eli Creek.
Possibly Continue along the beach north to Waddy Point and Orchid beach, then returning over a few nights, once I have done some more exact timings.
Permits - to be organised, everyone will need to purchase a vehicle access permit from Queensland parks and wildlife.
Sand driving experience
A reliable vehicle set up for sand driving
Stove for cooking because firewood collection and fires are severely restricted in some areas.
UHF radio (vehicle mounted).
All camping has to be pre booked
Portapoti or similar, some camping will be with NO facilities
Recovery gear for sand country, including front & rear recovery points, max tracks, straps etc
Tools, fluids, and spares suitable for your vehicle.
All-terrain or mud terrain tyres that are in good condition.
No pets
A club Satphone and defibrillator are available for use on trips.
Australian 4WD & Adventure Show
This is part of an experimental series of 'Mystery Leader' trips! In an effort to get more trips on the calendar, we will suggest a location and date. Willing participants can register a couple of months out, in the hope that someone will put their hand up to lead or co-lead the group. This is a perfect opportunity if you've been pondering becoming a trip leader, as previous leaders can help you out with track suggestions and camping locations.
Please get in touch and let me know ASAP if you would like to lead.
Possible routes include: glow worm tunnel, Lost City, Bird Rock, Colliery Track, Hands Cave.
Basic Recovery gear UHF radio Front & rear tow points All Terrain Tyres in good condition as a MINIMUM No pets
A club Satphone and defibrillator are available for use on trips. Please check with the president@awdc.com.au for booking information.
Trip leader - Deanna Stratford (0488 602554)
Venue: Diggings, Turon National Park
PLEASE MAKE YOUR OWN BOOKING FOR THE DIGGINGS AT:
Diggings, Turon National Park
There will be a subsidised cost of $165 per person for the Remote First Aid which the attendees will need to pay via the website on registration. To receive certification attendees will be participating in the whole weekend (Fees non-refundable 2 weeks prior to event.) Dual members wishing to attend together will both need to register and pay individually.
HLTAID013 Provide First Aid in Remote Situations
start Marulan 10am (exact location TBC)
Travel via Swallowtail Pass, Taralga to Dingo Dell
Camp at Dingo Dell
Explore Boyd River area and Kanangra Walls Sunday morning (Relaxed timing, hope to have everyone on the road home around lunchtime.)
Basic Recovery gear UHF radio Front & rear tow points All Terrain in good condition as a MINIMUM Good ClearanceNo pets
Botanic Gardens Walk and Art Gallery of NSW Day
Date
Sunday 20th September
Time
10am
Venue
Botanic Gardens and Art Gallery look around
Meeting place
At Man O War steps entrance to gardens, near Opera House 10am
Cost
Free exhibits at the Art Gallery, buy your own coffees or lunch, or bring a picnic with you.
Max attendees
Whomever wants to join us
What to bring
Appropriate clothes, walking shoes, picnic if you’d like, nibbles and a wine for afternoon in the park, or you may prefer to finish off with a drink at Opera Bar or dinner in Circular Quay
Full details
More planning will go out to those that register on the clubs site.
Scott and I will be catching the Manly Ferry over and back, so whatever mode of transport suits you to get there.
Registration
Open now
SC Coordinator
Social Committee
Event Leader
Sandra Parkin 0416 245 928
Monthly Management Committee Meeting usually held at Club Belrose
Club Members may attend but must seek permission via a committee member.
Carriageworks - Australian Native Food Festival (9am)Lunch/drinks at BrewDogOptional Visit: Carriageworks Farmers’ Markets are on every Saturday too.
Carriageworks will be staging the Australian Native Food Festival 2026 (245 Wilson St Eveleigh). With 30 stores showcasing their foods plus a number of ticketed workshops ranging from traditional healing, cooking demonstrations/talks by renown chefs, weaving etc. the festival is a celebration on sovereignty and storytelling through food!
All workshops to be booked in advance by the respective individuals refer website for details and costs.
BONUS: Every Saturday Carriageworks Farmers’ Market is on from 8am to 1pm. Feel free to arrive earlier to visit the markets and benefit from the array of fresh, quality produce before they disappear. Expect organic, gourmet foods, fresh flowers and food artisans, local and producers from across NSW. Please note, reportedly some stalls start packing up at midday despite official end time is 1pm.
Free. Australian Native Food Festival is free. Registration is required Australian Native Food Festival - Carriageworks; Optional Workshops are ticketed.
BrewDog (Bay 1 Locomotive, Workshops South, Eveleigh) for lunch /refreshments will allow us to have a good catch up (I’m predicting sufficient seating to comfortably accommodate all of us will be a challenge at the Festival venue).
BrewDog is located in a historic locomotive workshop. It offers 40 taps of craft beer (based on modern Scottish craft brewing) plus a variety of wines, cocktails, non-alcoholic choices! Food menu is just as extensive!
Booking will be for 12pm. BrewDog opens from 11am feel free to make your way there if you are desperate for a drink/wish to simply relax.
Recommend Public Transport – Train to Redfern station. Less than 10 mins walk to Carriageworks or BrewDog) from the station!
Shopping bag to put your purchases in.
8.55am main entrance to The Festival at Carriageworks. Entering at 9am.
This is a Mystery Leader trip. In an effort to get more trips on the calendar, we will suggest a location and date. Willing participants can register a couple of months out, in the hope that someone will put their hand up to lead or co-lead the group. This is a perfect opportunity if you've been pondering becoming a trip leader, as previous leaders can help you out with track suggestions and camping locations.
Suggested Itinerary:
DAY 1
Meet at “Subway” at Corner Old Hume Highway and Roscoe Street, Mittagong at 10.15am. West via Old Hume Highway, onto Wombeyan Caves Road, arriving at Wombeyan Caves at 12 noon for lunch near the Campsite and after about 45 minutes left the Caves Reserve. After lunch onto Langs Road and onto Chalkers Pinch FT, The Range FT and turned right onto Oberon Colong Stock Route at Mount Werong. Past Batsh Camp and onto Yerranderie Ghost Town campsite arriving at 3.45pm.
DAY 2: Relaxing morning exploring Yerranderie historic sites and walks. Depart camp at 12.15pm, visited the local cemetery on the way out and continued onto Mount Werong on the Oberon Colong Stock route arriving at 3.30pm at Mount Werong Campsite.
DAY 3: 9.00am departure to Banshea Forest Road, Kowmung River FT, past Dingo Dell to Kanangra Road and arrived at Boyd River Campsite at 12.00noon, selected camping spots, before continuing onto Kanangra Walls for lunch and walks. Can do the Plateau walk or climb down to Kalang Falls.
Can get home from Kanangra walls road via Jenolan Caves to Sydney in about 3 ½ to 4 hours or spend the night at Boyd River Campsite and get home on Day 4.
Get to Bendethra Valley via Araluen and Mercumbene Tk on Saturday.
Sunday will be easy day, walk to cave, relax, whatever. I will probably lead a scenic drive somewhere.
Exit via Snowball and Braidwood.
Trip Leader: Ricky Morales Mob: 0418 425 187
The club is manning the Sausage Sizzle at Bunnings Belrose
We will be sending the proceeds to our club 2026/27 charity, Care Flight.
The event will also be attempting to find new members.
We will need to cover 3 shifts of at least 5 helpers please come along.
There are three shifts that need to be covered. Please indicate your preference when registering.
Shift 1 7:30-10.30
Shift 2 10:30-1.30
Shift 3 1.30-4.00
Trip Leader may ask you to cover an alternative shift if there is over subscription.
AGM and Monthly Meeting at Club Belrose.
Guest speaker: None
Elections and MONSTER Raffle
Temora Airshow then 2 week trip
Possibly 17th Oct - 8th Nov Dates TBC
TBC
TBA
To come but probably C grade
Opening four weeks before event
Open for those who need initial driver induction or those who would like a refresher.
The theory night will be held at the driver trainer's house. This starts at 7.30 pm sharp, and finishes around 10.30 pm.
Please book your driver induction place by selecting the practical weekend in the calendar and using the link provided there. Any difficulties contact
Email: drivertraining@awdc.com.au
Phone: 0416 769 634 Steve Cox
*Please note there is a minimum of 6 vehicles required to run the training session*
Brian Sommerville, Stuart Millburn
Rescheduled February Trip. Registrants carried over from previous trip.
Start and finish ay Bright. Basecamp at Talbotville.
Basic Recovery gearVehicle installed UHF radio Front & rear tow points All Terrain Tyres in good condition as a MINIMUM
What:
AWDC driver induction weekend for new members.
The theory session must be completed before attending the practical session. You will be automatically enrolled into the theory session on a Tuesday prior.
This practical weekend session involves bush camping on the Saturday night. The theory session will cover equipment requirements.
Existing members wishing to participate should contact Steve Cox directly.
email: drivertraining@awdc.com.au
*Please note there is a minimum of 6 vehicles required to run the induction session and a maximum of 8 (not incl trainers).*
If this session is full please consult the calendar to find the next available practical weekend.
This will have been discussed at the theory session.
Basic Recovery gearUHF radio Front & rear tow points No pets
Monthly Meeting at Club Belrose.
Guest speaker: TBA
CHRISTMAS PARTY Friday 13th - Sunday 15th
Saturday 14th November 2026 Traditional Christmas Dinner
6pm till 10pm
Berrima Scout Campground
At campground- Apple Street Berrima from Friday lunch
$16.50 per person per night for camping
Kids (16yrs) free for the weekend, food and camping
Non Member Partners, $35.00 for dinner Saturday Night
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All your own camping equipment and food for meals except Saturday night. That will be covered by the club for members.
4.30pm nibbles we will get everyone to bring something to share
Camping Friday Night is optional but will need to be paid for.
Plenty of accommodation is available in Berrima and surrounding areas if you don’t want to camp, but at your own cost.
It’s a 12 minute walk to the campground from Berrima Town
There will be a combined fire if the weather is favourable.
We are on the Wingecarribee River so swimming is available
Plenty to see and do in Berrima and surrounds.
Bookings and payments need to be done on the club website by the cutoff date, and there will be no extensions for catering purposes.
More info will go out to participants closer to the date
When the weekend opens on our website you must pay on booking or your position will not be held
NO PETS ALLOWED
On AWDC website with payment
Sandra Parkin 0416245928
At campground- Apple Street, Berrima from Friday lunch
Costs
$16.50 per person per night for campingKids (16yrs) free for the weekend, food and campingNon Member Partners, $35.00 for dinner Saturday Night
Club Members may attend but must seek permission via a committee membe
Camp at Bright Saturday night for a departure Sunday morning. Travel Central Vic High Country. Route is weather dependent. Returns to Bright.
Basic Recovery gearUHF radio Front & rear tow points All Terrain Tyres in good condition as a MINIMUM No dogsUnlifted vehicles unadvised.Extra Fuel
Monthly Meeting at Club Belrose, all wlecome.
Theme: Wear something with a Christmas spirit
Monthly Meeting at Club Belrose, all welcome.
Guest Speaker TBA
Arthur-Pieman Recreational Driver Pass. Camping fees apply Basic Recovery gear Sand/beach driving experienceUHF radio (vehicle mounted). Recovery gear, including front & rear recovery points, max tracks, straps etc
All-terrain or mud terrain tyres that are in excellent condition.
NOTE: The current ferries have a shortage of spaces for vehicles and/or vans over 2.1m to meet the demand for this period. The new and larger ferries are scheduled to replace the existing ferries in October. The new ferries do come with larger capacity for all vehicles over 2.1m high but due to the hype of the newer vessels demand maybe greater also. Bookings for January start at the end of the month so with that in mind it is proposed to hold a meeting end of Jan or early Feb with all those people that are interested in the trip.
Monthly Meeting is at:
ARB Brookvale. 1/7 Grosvenor Pl Brookvale
BBQ with soft drinks from 6pm but feel free to turn up from 5:30pm to browse ARB's store and speak to any of the ARB staff.
Monthly meeting starts at 7:00
BRING A CAMP CHAIR
Guest speakers: from ARB, GME and Bushranger
Visitors most welcome at this and all our monthly meetings.
Walk for a Bloke
Details: https://www.spoketoabloke.org/walk-for-a-bloke
4-6th June 2027
Daniel Levy
0438 922 072
At this stage, early trip planning and a placeholder in your diary to start thinking about a 4 week outback loop trip to Birdsville. Thoughts are: meet in Cobar then travel via White Cliffs, Tibooburra, Cameron's Corner, Cordillo Downs ending in Birdsville with a 3 night Simpson Desert excursion to Poeppel Corner then back via a northern route encompassing Innamincka, Bourke, lightning ridge and finishing at Coonabarabran (Warrumbungle).
Note this is NOT a crossing of the Simpson Desert but focused on experiencing the outback and desert.
This is an opportunity to put your name down as an Expression of Interest and be involved in the trip planning etc.
Dates nor itinerary are not fixed at this stage,
All input welcome…
Cobar
Monthly meeting
Driver Training event
Event open to all members
Waitlisted but please still register your interest
Social event
External non club event
Satellite or DEFIB booked
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External non club event
Satellite or DEFIB booked
