The story of the Motafrenz weekend away for the Bendigo National Swap Meet goes all the way back to pre-COVID times (and pre-Paul times as a matter of fact). The Committee at the time had committed to supplying some volunteers…
Day 2 – Tambo to Eulo Each day starts with breakfast from about 6:30, then morning briefing at 8:00 and departing from about 8:30. Cars going out early need to pack up before briefing, but the later groups for the…
The day started like any other Motafrenz event – with Queens unable to follow instructions. “I live in the east, the start point is too far west, I’ll meet you there.” I mean, fair call, it was probably my mistake….
Words and photos supplied by Alan Benedetti. One of the clubs longest standing events is a low-key night of fun and frivolity hosted by one of our founding members. You have probably seen it advertised in Cruise Control and may…
Words and Photos by Daniel Borton Day 1 – Rockhampton to Tambo Normally the first day is all on sealed roads. This is so everyone can get to know their buddy group, and for some, get to know their cars….
Words and pictures by Chris Gallagher. Motafrenz’s annual joint event with our two-wheeler enthusiasts from the Melbourne Motorcycle Tourers (MMT) started with an unpromising, cool grey drizzle. However, the weather did not deter nine hardy souls from Motafrenz and seven…
Frank was the club’s fifth President and, from all accounts was very well liked and respected. The following is some personal recollections of Frank from some of his closest Motafrenz family. Frank was a very early member of the Club…
Words by Jeffrey Whitehead. Pictures by Paul Rees, Trevor Drew, Brett Huxtable and Jeffrey Whitehead. The weather held off and the Motafrenz Show and Shine shone. The 2023 Motafrenz Show and Shine was a great success showing a diversity of…
Words and Photos by Daniel Borton By now you probably know all about the Shitbox Rally from our preparation. But now we’ve done it. It was an epic week (or two including the drive to the start), and here’s the…
Words by Vince Turner. Pictures by Chris Dunkinson. A cool but sunny morning greeted us on our way to the AGM being held in Springvale. I attended my first Motafrenz event here last year with Alan – my now boyfriend….