NOTICES & CALENDAR

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ALL BEST WISHES FOR THE NEW YEAR

Some special events early in 2026: 

- the calendar below includes these and all regular get-togethers.

a. President's BBQ - with Concours - Friday 23 January.

Our annual Friday evening picnic at the local Girl Guides Centre at Cracroft. A fun evening in a lovely setting, and the best of MGs are being judged.

b. MG National Rally  - 7th - 14th February.

If attending and you did not get yesterday's email listing other club members on the rally please contact Paul.

paulmcw16@gmail.com , 022 166 4578

c. Inaugural Brit & Euro Classic Car Show

Wigram Air Museum fields - Saturday 7th March

Very large annual gathering of classic cars - and free public display.

All MGs (club members and others) are welcome to join our MG area; the more the merrier!! This will be a fun day.

d.  60th (MGBGT) and 70th (MGA) Anniversary Posh Picnic

Sunday 12th April - Girl Guide Centre, Cracroft

An indoor/outdoor celebratory get-together with 'A's and 'GT's the focus, but all MGs obviously very welcome. Watch for more details. Intentions are that you will be encouraged to dress and picnic in the period of your car! A good time is assured!

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2026 Calendar of Events

Check website/emails for any changes, or contact organiser.

WED. 14th JAN. - MMM Run - a backcountry adventure

Leaving 11.00am from Cocoa Black Café, Waikuku

A relaxed, social drive to a picnic spot. BYO lunch & picnic chairs.

"The run will be in the Culverden area.  Departure at Culverden will be from the Allied fuel station at 12.00. There will be about 30 km of gravel road, gates and possibly 2 shallow fords." The picnic spot too will be back country - half way along this road.

Even if going no further you might well come along to Cocoa Black in plenty of time for a tea/coffee, or drive on to Culverden - and from either see off the slightly more adventurous on their fun backroad run.

David & Maryon Beer   d.beer1308@gmail.com   021 024 09163

FRI. 23rd JAN. - President's BBQ & Concours

6.00pm. Cracroft Guiding Centre - 151 Cashmere Rd

Bring chairs, table and your 'main course'. 

BBQ's provided for your meat, and hot water available. Seasonal dessert provided - bring a spoon.

Do consider entering your car in the CONCOURS ... let others see your car presented at its finest. It may not win, but others will appreciate the chance to admire it!  Concours entries not needed in advance - on arrival you will be directed to the judging area.  

* GUIDELINES FOR CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE

General - the first 2 guidelines are:

• All cars must be driven to their respective Concours positions.
• Cars should be presented with hoods up and driver’s side screen removed, or window down.  Bonnets, boots or side screen boxes should be left open for judging, and tool kits should be displayed in front of the car.
• FOR THE REST OF THE GUIDELINES and MARK ALLOCATION -  Click here

Paul McWilliam 03 981 1592, 022 166 4578

Concours queries:  Roger Foy 027 839 1938,  rogerbfoy@gmail.com

FRI. 30th JAN. - Club Night & Buffet Dinner

7pm for 7.30 buffet meal ($35) - Richmond Club

If not phoned by a committee member and you wish to attend email or text (not phone) Secretary Miles before 8pm Monday as catering numbers are needed..

Miles Winter mgcccanterbury@gmail.com or text 021 344 883 (not phone)

7th - 14th FEB. - MG National Rally

Dunedin, Invercargill, Cromwell

Registrations closed.  Interested - there may be a waiting list.

WED. 18th FEB. - MMM Run

SUN. 1st MAR. - Sunset Run

THURS. 5th MAR. - Club Night and Dinner - ARA/Polytech

SAT. 7th MAR. - Brit & Euro Classic Car Show

Wigram Air Museum - all MGs welcome to join our area; the more the merrier!!

WED. 18th MAR. - MMM Run

SAT. 28th MAR. - MG Track Day at Levels Raceway

Timaru. Timed laps and track motorkhana events.