February 2026
(See page 14 of the Magazine for this report with pictures)
On Wednesday December 3 “GEAR” ran its last event for 2025 at “One Raceway” Goulburn. Steve Jones, Paul Embleton, & I competed in the event.
With the typical Goulburn weather, we arrived at the track with the temperature at a chilly 5 degrees and fog, which quickly cleared up. Eventually the temperature reached a pleasant 26 degrees, to have track conditions ideal.
The day saw a total of 97 entries ranging from 1930’s specials to early 1980’s. Our Amaroo group for tin tops & sports cars had a total of 23 competitors which was the largest group for the day, it included 7 MGBs which was great. Some interesting cars in the group were a 1969 Sunbeam Rapier fast back, 1968 Lenham Le Mans GT and a 1963 AH Sebring Sprite. With the exception of a few Datsun Z cars the rest of the sports cars were of British origin.
Paul’s car appeared to have fuel issues which later was found to be a worn-out fuel pump (obviously another warranty issue ). Who says MG’s don’t last!
Steve’s Midget was going great all day until the last run when on the exit from the fish hook had a monumental drive line failure and had to be tilt trailered back to the pits. If you have the time Steve can tell what happened.
I had an embarrassing spin at the fish hook on the first lap out in practice by going too hard on cold tyres, but after that went ok for the rest of the day with the car running faultlessly.
Paul & I had some driving tuition from professional driving instructor David Stone, who comes to “GEAR” days to help out newcomers to the group free of charge. He will also talk to any competitor if they have any questions, which is very much appreciated by the “GEAR” group. David was also doing some observed checks on the day for a few people for their full race licence.
At the AGM & presentation I was surprised to receive the “Spirit of GEAR” award and was also voted in as a “GEAR” committee member for 2026.
Next “GEAR” event is at “One Raceway” Goulburn on Wednesday February 11.
“MGCC Newcastle” will hold its 40th anniversary “Ringwood Park Hillclimb” with practice on Saturday 31 January and competition on Sunday February 1 when 2 different track variations will be used. That should be a great day.
Coming Events
- Sunday February 1 “MGCCN Ringwood Gala 40 Anniversary Hillclimb”. Ringwood Park.
- Wednesday February 11 “GEAR” One Raceway Goulburn.
Remember drive them don’t hide them enjoy your MG,
Cheers Gary