After a few years in abeyance, the Economy Run returns. The objective is to travel the route using the least amount of petrol relative to the weight of your car – EV’s and quad bikes are disqualified! Of course, if the concept of economy is an anathema then just enjoy a day out on the roads of Auckland with the Mercedes Club.

We will be meeting at Craigavon Park in Blockhouse Bay, (enter from Connought Street) for a tour around the Manakau Harbour to Huia, back via Cornwallis Beach for a picnic lunch ending with a debrief at The Alex Bar and Eatery, Alexandra Park, after the judges have made their calculations and determined the winner. There is a club trophy to be awarded.

What to bring: money to pay for petrol, a pen and a camera, find out how much your car is estimated to weigh, your car’s rated kilometers per litre of fuel and a picnic.

From the organiser:
The opportunity for a scenic drive through heavily wooded roads you probably never thought existed, and at the same time discover the true efficiency of your car and its driver. A lone driver could easily handle the route with ease, and a map could be an asset, but not a prerequisite, as would be a navigator or a car full of them even! Bring your picnic lunch and togs as there could be the opportunity for a dip in the briny (not sure about how warm the water will be – Ed)

Location: Meet at Craigavon Park, enter from Connaught Street, Blockhouse Bay

Date: Sunday 16 November

Time: 10:00am for 10:30am departure

Contact: Graeme Collie [email protected]

This event has become a fixture on our calendar and an opportunity to give some cheer to children and their families.

A short drive to the Vision West Community Trust behind the Glen Eden Baptist Church in Glendale Rd, Glen Eden. Once parked up, there will be a show & shine – polish your car and dress it up in a Christmas theme – prizes for best dressed cars. There will be refreshments.

Please bring one or more toys to donate, it would be most appreciated. Toys must be brand new and in original packaging but not gift wrapped.

Suggestions for donation toys include board games, puzzles, sports gear (like soccer/rugby balls), colouring books or craft kits. No toys like guns or with projectiles, swords and no soft toys or plushies. Toys with a minimum value of around $20 each are preferred.

Location: To be confirmed

Date: Saturday 29 November

Time: To be confirmed

Contact: Trevor Ninness [email protected]