What:
AWDC driver awareness 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 training 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
Paul Brennan
Basic Recovery gear
Camping gear
Appropriate clothes UHF radio Front & rear tow points All Terrain Tyres in good condition as a MINIMUM
Pets Allowed
10am at Capertee Rest Area
Monthly Management Committee Meeting usually held at Club Belrose
Club Members may attend but must seek permission via a committee member.
Leader:
Steve Cox
As Spoke to a Bloke is our nominated charity for 2025/2026, we are organizing an event that will be a ride along in the same manner as the Ronald McDonald and Bear Cottage trips were. Camp will be at Paul Thomason's property just outside Turon NP. If wet there is a large shed full of toys to admire. Other than a BBQ on Saturday night, food and drinks will be BYO. Camping equipment will be BYO AWDC wise it is just a normal club trip but with a passenger. Next to camp is the Turon River, Rydal, Baal Bone and Mt Airlie diamond mine. Spoke to a Bloke attendees with their own 4WD vehicles will not be able to drive on the event as they have not gone through driver induction after joining the club. Generally Spoke to a Bloke attendees will be asked to make their own way to Capertee.
As Spoke to a Bloke is our nominated charity for 2025/2026, we are organizing an event that will be a ride along in the same manner as the Ronald McDonald and Bear Cottage trips were.
Camp will be at Paul Thomason's property just outside Turon NP. If wet there is a large shed full of toys to admire.
Other than a BBQ on Saturday night, food and drinks will be BYO.
Camping equipment will be BYO
AWDC wise it is just a normal club trip but with a passenger. Next to camp is the Turon River, Rydal, Baal Bone and Mt Airlie diamond mine.
Spoke to a Bloke attendees with their own 4WD vehicles will not be able to drive on the event as they have not gone through driver induction after joining the club.
Generally Spoke to a Bloke attendees will be asked to make their own way to Capertee.
TBC
Written by:
GPX Track by:
TBA
The annual social Campout Weekend. This was originally also going to be the Mad Hatter's Trophy Event. However, the Trophy has been cancelled due to insufficient interest.
But, the Big Campout is still on!!!!!
Come and join us for two nights at the Rydal Showground and enjoy great company, big fires and many tall stories!!! It will be a great chance to relax!!
There will be access to toilets, a shower and a kitchen to help you through the weekend and Rydal Hotel is just down the hill!!!
There may be some 4wd trips organized for those interested on Saturday or Sunday morning.
Cost is $25 per camp/car per night ($50 per camp/car for the weekend)
Basic Recovery gearUHF radio Front & rear tow points All Terrain Tyres in good condition as a MINIMUM Pets OK at Showground. Not on day trips.
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.
Please get in touch and let me know ASAP if you would like to lead.
A GPX file can be provided if you would like to follow a previous club trip route.
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.
Monthly Meeting at Club Belrose.
Guest speaker: TBA
Location -St Ives Showground, Douglas Pickering Pavilion. 6.00pm Saturday 22nd November
Leader: Sandra Parkin - 0416 245 928
Ho Ho Ho!!!! Bring yourselves in a festive spirit!
This year will be a cocktail party full of chatting and meeting new people. There will be a grazing table so help yourself, and finger food being passed around.
Petit Fours and fruit for dessert.
If we have children attending, we may be able to convince Santa to pop in.
Make sure you bring your party clothes, a Festive spirit and your own alcoholic drinks and glasses!!!!
If you have any dietary requirements (vegetarian, no nuts, no pork etc) please mention them when registering.
Please meet at the Douglas Pickering Pavilion at 6pm!!!!
Cost is $25 per attendee (children and adults).
Open for those who need initial driver awareness 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 awareness 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*
Joc Mannes TEC Mark Kortink
Basic Recovery gearUHF radio Front & rear tow points All Terrain Tyres in good condition as a MINIMUM
No dogs
Unlifted vehicles unadvised.
Extra Fuel
THIS LISTING IS FOR TRIP PLANNING ONLY Leader:
Tobi Stuart TEC Michael D Zwart
Frank Pardey TEC Paul Thomason
Richard Milton, TEC - Neil Follett
Joc Mannes
The event will be a ride along in the same manner as the Ronald McDonald and Bear Cottage trips, Camp will be at Paul Thomason's property just outside Turon NP. If wet there is a large shed full of toys to admire. Other than a BBQ on Saturday night, food and drinks will be BYO. Camping equipment will be BYO AWDC wise it is just a normal club trip but with a passenger. Next to camp is the Turon River, Rydal, Baal Bone and Mt Airlie diamond mine. S-Blokes with their own 4WD vehicles will not be able to drive on the event as they have not gone through driver induction after joining the club. Generally S-Blokes will be asked to make their own way to Capertee.
The event will be a ride along in the same manner as the Ronald McDonald and Bear Cottage trips,
S-Blokes with their own 4WD vehicles will not be able to drive on the event as they have not gone through driver induction after joining the club.
Generally S-Blokes will be asked to make their own way to Capertee.
We are seeking Expressions of Interest from those who would be keen to do this trip in September 2026. We are releasing this early to judge the interest as we will need to book camp sites quickly once the itinerary is set. When available, they go very quickly. More details will come shortly.
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.
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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Monthly meeting
Driver Training event 
Waitlisted but please still register your interest
External non club event
Satellite or DEFIB booked
