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Welcome to the Toowoomba and Downs Morris Group, an affiliated member of COLLECTABLE AUTOMOTIVE REGISTER INC.
Our aim is to foster the preservation and the active use of all Morris vehicles. To encourage the rebuilding and improvement of the Morris and the installation of safety equipment in them.
Membership to the Group shall be open to any person who is interested in pursuing the aim of the Group.
We are a club run by enthusiasts for enthusiasts and cater to the interests of owners, drivers and fans of Morris vehicles throughout the Toowoomba and Darling Downs region.
Morris cars have earned a reputation for being a reliable, honest, straightforward, and forgiving vehicles. Our goal is to help you get the most enjoyment and satisfaction from Morris ownership and to encourage members to participate in club events and activities.
Club events and social events are held regularly, and participation in the National Rally held every second year helps to create a community where members can share their passion for these great cars with other Australian Morris clubs.
Owning a Morris can be a lot of fun, but sharing that experience with other Morris enthusiasts adds a whole new dimension to enjoying your car.
Whether your pride and joy is a concourse collector's item, in pieces on the garage floor or just a dream, we welcome you to our club.
About Us
The Toowoomba and Downs Morris Group was established in August 1990 with the aim of bringing together people interested in forming a club for Morris Minors.
Today, the club includes and promotes the preservation and use of all Morris vehicles. Members own more than 60 Morris cars between them and include not only Morris Minors but Z Utes, Morris 8/40, Mini's and Oxfords to name a few.
The clubs' function is to provide a social environment for members and features many events throughout the year. The wide variety of activities offered provides something for every Morris owner, with members participating in car shows, brunch runs, rallies, parades, weekend trips, wine tasting tours, picnics and just about anything else we can have fun doing.
We also meet up with the other Morris clubs of Brisbane and Ipswich to join their outings and social events for drives and day trips around Southeast Queensland.
Club members also serve as a talent and resource pool for each other by sharing experiences and Morris knowledge. Whether you are interested in maintaining, restoring, rebuilding or concourse, there is someone in the club who can help with advice, information or even an extra pair of hands.
Most members own one or more of these classic British cars, however owning a Morris is not required to join the Toowoomba and Downs Morris Group, just an interest and a passion is all we encourage.
Our Meetings
Meetings are held monthly and are social occasions where members can meet for a friendly natter and swap stories about everything and anything.
There's even a nasty rumour circulating that some of them find the meetings entertaining...
Club Meetings
Held at 7:30pm on the third Thursday of each month: Dr. Price Rooms, 6 Little St, Toowoomba.
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Membership Information
Joining Fee: $15 (once off)
New Member Fee: $20 (when joining between 1st July to 31st December)
New Member Fee: $10 (when joining between 1st January to 30th June)
Yearly Renewal: $20 per member per year due 1st July
Please contact the Secretary for a membership form and payment details.
Special Interest Vehicles
This concession is issued by the Queensland Government Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) and is available if you are registering a classic or vintage vehicle. It is based on the vehicle having very strict and limited road use.
Details on the Special Interest Vehicle Concession Scheme Guide can be found on the TMR website. A detailed Infosheet is also available for download and general registration information can be viewed on the TMR website.
The Toowoomba & Downs Morris Group requires an active membership prior to a dating certificate being issued to an individual requiring SIV registration.
Owners of SIV registered vehicles will maintain their membership through participation in monthly meetings and sanctioned or impromptu events. Membership may be revoked if these conditions are not met.
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Welcome
Newsletters are published monthly to keep members informed of club social events and activities, technical features and advertisements.
Upcoming Events
The latest Upcoming Events is available for download or can be view directly on our online calendar.
Thursday 18 April
General Meeting 7:30pm Dr. Price Rooms, Little St. Toowoomba.Sunday 21 April:
Terry & Brenda’s run to the German Bake and Wurst House, Helidon Spa. Meet 10:30am at Reg Veacock Park, Harlaxton for a BYO morning tea. Then travelling on the back roads to Woolmer, rejoin the New England Highway then head via Murphys Creek to the German Bake and Wurst House for lunch (108 Postmans Ridge Rd). As a courtesy, numbers neededSunday 21 April:
Southbrook Show n Shine, Southbrook Oval. From 7:30am.24th to 29th April:
Morris Register 24th Nationals in Shepparton.26th April to 3rd May:
Vintage Caravan Nationals. Stanthorpe Caravan Park.Sunday 5 May:
Show n Shine at the Blue Mountain Hotel. 11am to 2pm, entry $10 per car. Meet 10am at Mt. Kynoch lookout to arrive as a group.Sunday 5 May:
Lockyer Swap Meet, Laidley Showgrounds. Public entry (Cooper St) from 6:30am, $5 entry.Sunday 5 May:
Warwick Swap Meet Warwick. Hosted by the Cruze Inn Club at Morgan Park Raceway. Open to the public from 7:30am, free entry.11th & 12th May
RVAD Invitation Rally, "Anything Goes".Thursday 16 May
General Meeting 7:30pm Dr. Price Rooms, Little St. Toowoomba.Saturday 18 May:
Picnic Run. Meet 9am Kmart upper car park then head out via Top Camp and on to Gorman’s Gap for a BYO picnic lunch.Sunday 19 May:
David Hack Classic Meet. Toowoomba Aerodrome, Spitfire Street. 8:30am to 2:30pm.7th to 9th June
Michael Wells weekend run to Boonah. Friday BYO morning tea in Aratula then on to Boonah to check-in. Motel facilities include a BBQ and swimming pool. Numbers needed by the April meeting.Sunday 16 June
RACQ Motorfest.Thursday 20 June
General Meeting 7:30pm Dr. Price Rooms, Little St. Toowoomba.Sunday 23 June:
Combined run with the Morris Register to the Butterfly Farm, Grantham. Entry $5 (cash only). Meet upper car park Kmart 9am. Lunch at the Floating Café.Sunday 7 July:
CAR Inc Meeting, Chinchilla Weir.Thursday 18 July
General Meeting 7:30pm Dr. Price Rooms, Little St. Toowoomba.18th to 28th July:
Jumpers & Jazz in July, Warwick. Queensland's quirkiest yarn bombing & jazz winter festival! Grand Automobile Display, Sunday July 21, Leslie Park (Palmerin St) 9:30am—2:00pm. Registration required.Saturday 3 August:
Miles From Anywhere Auto Show & Shine.Thursday 15 August
Annual General Meeting 7:30pm Dr. Price Rooms, Little St. Toowoomba.Sunday 15 September:
All British Day. St Joseph's Playing Fields, Vivian Avenue, Tennyson.Thursday 19 September
General Meeting 7:30pm Dr. Price Rooms, Little St. Toowoomba.Thursday 17 October
General Meeting 7:30pm Dr. Price Rooms, Little St. Toowoomba.Thursday 21 November
General Meeting 7:30pm Dr. Price Rooms, Little St. Toowoomba.Saturday 7 December:
TDMG Christmas Party. Held at the Blue Mountain Hotel, 11:30am to 3pm.Thursday 19 December
General Meeting 7:30pm Dr. Price Rooms, Little St. Toowoomba.For Sale and Wanted
Items for sale and wanted will be advertised for 2 months unless otherwise requested.
For Sale:
1951 Morris Oxford, green in colour, resprayed with the old lead paint. Bonnet has been replaced, seats reup-holstered and seatbelts fitted. A few scratches need touching up and carpets need replacing. Engine needs a good tune up and the crankshaft pulley needs replacing (spare comes with the car). Negotiable. Contact Bruce on 0408 158 441Made To Order:
Spoilers and Valances made to order. Suits models Series II and Minor 1000. Gloveboxes suit all models.Spoilers $229.00
Valances $130.00
Glove Boxes $80.00 (each)
Further enquires please phone Scott on 0455 750 441
Wanted:
Morris Marshal body and mechanical parts. Please contact Jim on 0458 134 376Links
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Victoria
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New Zealand
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Morris Register Auckland
Canterbury Morris Minor Club
Morris Owners Club South Island
British Car Museum
Great Britain
Morris Minor Owners ClubMorris Minor National Rally
21st National Morris Minor Rally - PerthSpare Parts
Morris Minor WorldMinor Magic
Scott's Old Auto Rubber
Vintage Wiring Harness
ESM Spares (UK)
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Morris Minor Garage
Queensland Historic Motoring Council
Morris Minor Forums
Morris DownunderContact Us
Do you own or have an interest in Morris vehicles? Perhaps you are looking to join our Group and share your own expertise?
Do you have a Morris for sale or maybe parts that are lying around and could suit Club cars or maybe you need to know where to source parts for your own project?
Get in touch and contact us by clicking on the button below and we'll do the best we can to help.
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Toowoomba & Downs Morris Group
Affiliated member of COLLECTABLE AUTOMOTIVE REGISTER INC.
We love our little British Cars. We love to drive them, we love to tour in them and we love to show them off - come and join us.
Club Meetings
Held at 7:30pm on the third Thursday of each month: Dr. Price Rooms, 6 Little St, Toowoomba.