Easter Weekend 2023

DATE: Thursday 6th April to Monday 10th April 2023

WHERE: Mingo Crossing Caravan and Recreation Park; 2670 Gayndah Mount Perry Road, Mount Perry QLD

TRIP NUMBER: 060423

DETAILS: Camping or glamping; river or bush - Do it all Easter weekend! Bring your swag, tent, camper or caravan. Nearest town is Biggenden and Mount Perry.

Perfect ramp for amphibs. Book early - mention MJCQ. Powered sites and glamping tents are limited. Contact 4161 6200.

Pick up your MJCQ activity and run sheet at the kiosk on check in or from the friendly hosts.

Friday night - Bring meat to the BBQ area.

CONTACT: Darren Eastwood (0402 122790) or Abby Biggs (0411 037830)

Phil's Mini-Swap Weekend

DATE: 29th April to 1st May 2023. (Members can arrive on 28th April and leave on 2nd May if desired)

WHERE: Phil Lloyd's Property (Contact Phil for address information)

TRIP NUMBER: 290423

DETAILS: MJCQ Members are invited to attend Phil's property for a mini-swap event; involving swap sales, vehicle runs, and overnight camping.

Port-a-loo toilets and shower onsite.

Power is available, but very limited due to long extension leads. (No caravan power option is available)

Member sausage sizzle on Saturday night. Please contact Phil Lloyd to confirm numbers for catering purposes.

CONTACT: Phil Lloyd on 0484 768724 (Please leave a voicemail message).

Wounded Heros Charity Day

DATE: Saturday 2nd September 2023.

WHERE: Willowbank Raceway.

TRIP NUMBER: 020923

DETAILS:

Wounded Heros is a charity organisation supporting military veterans and their families in difficult financial situations. Each year, Wounded Heros has a charity event to raise money for this good cause. This year's event will be held at the Willowbank Raceway on September 2nd, 2023. Times are still to be advised.

The MJCQ has been invited to participate, in providing a stall and vehicle display on the day to promote the club and encourage club memberships.

The day will also include a presence from the Australian Defence Force; car shows and parades; live music; food stalls; kids activities; and crossfit demonstrations.

All proceeds will go to the Wounded Heros Charity Organisation.

More details will become available when known.

CONTACT: Chris Cullen on 0421 474327 or s936cc@gmail.com

47th Annual MJCQ Military Vehicle Show and Swap Meet

DATE: Thursday 28th September to Sunday 1st October 2023

WHERE: Laidley Showgrounds, Laidley QLD

TIME: Gates open to public 0800hrs to 1600hrs daily.

TRIP NUMBER: 280923

DETAILS: MJCQ and special guests will be back again this year at the Laidley Showgrounds,

for the 47th Annual MJCQ Military Vehicle Show and Swap Meet for 2023!

Huge collection of military vehicles; as well as military re-enactment groups and the Australian Army.

Swap meet sales will be happening daily.

Food Van and ATM will be available.

Overnight camping is also available at $25.00 per person, covering the full duration of the event.

The MJCQ Club Dinner will be on Saturday night (30th September) for $25.00 per person. Please purchase tickets on entry as seating numbers are limited.

CONTACT: Chris Cullen (0421 474327) or email - s936cc@gmail.com

Expression of Interest

DATE: Early November 2023. Exact date undetermined at this stage.

WHERE: Warwick Football Fields, Warwick QLD.

TRIP NUMBER: To be advised.

DETAILS: The Warwick Cruising Club has invited the MJCQ to participate in a charity event to raise money to re-open the Killarney RSL. The event is planned to consist of vehicle displays and parades in the local Warwick and surrounding areas.

An expression of interest is sent to all members of the MJCQ who may wish to participate, so that further planning can be arranged.