Saturday 6 June, run to Nikau Caves, Waikato

Assemble BP Autobahn at Papakura (Southern Motorway)
Drive to Nikau Caves in the West Waikato.
Lunch at Nikau Cave cafe – they have a country type menu.
There is the opportunity for attendees to take the Caves guided tour for $65 which takes about 1 1/2 hours – details on what to expect and what to wear etc are here. For those who are keen for another sort of activity there is the Waikaretu Bush & Waterfall Walk which takes about an hour. Alternatively enjoy an leisurely lunch!
Please RSVP for meal and or Cave tour by Wednesday 3rd of June.

Where: BP Autobahn at Papakura

When: Saturday 6 June 2026, 10am for a 10.30am departure.

Contact: Debbie Scullin  [email protected]

Sunday 21 June, Show n Shine, AGM, prize giving and lunch!

Start the day with a Show n’Shine in the car park at the Sorrento, attend the AGM (and join the committee!), enjoy a buffet lunch followed by prize giving, where the Show n’Shine winners will be announced. Whew!

Where: Sorrento in the Park, 670 Manukau Road, Royal Oak, Auckland 1051

When: Sunday 21 June 2026, from 10.30am. AGM will be held at 12 noon.

Cost: There will be a charge for lunch, TBC

Contact: Rod Philson

24 and 25 July MBCA 50th Anniversary Celebration

We welcome past members of MBCA and other Mercedes clubs to join us in this celebration. 

Friday 25 July, from 6pm

Garry Boyce’s garage, Parnell

Enjoy a relaxed evening with finger food and a selection of beverages provided free of charge. Garry will share stories behind the posters & trophies in his collection and how he acquired them.

Saturday 26 July, from 6:30pm

Quarterdeck, New Zealand Yacht Squadron, Westhaven

Dress code: Smart casual

A more formal evening overlooking the Auckland Harbour Bridge and city skyline. A cash bar will be available, followed by a buffet dinner. After dinner, a DJ will keep the celebrations going.

Cost: $150.00 per person, includes both evenings

RSVP: Please confirm your attendance ASAP but no later than Friday 11 July 2026 to Trevor at  [email protected].

Upcoming Events 2026

August – run towards Matakana and environs

Labour Weekend – weekend away at Okoroire Hot Springs Hotel, Tirau

6 December – Christmas lunch