Manawatu 4WD Club

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The club was formed in 1973 to promote the enjoyment of 4WDing. It has around 80 members and a diverse range of vehicles. Happy 4WDriving .

We try to run at least one club run a month ranging from reasonably hard to easy or "shiny" trips. The Manawatu 4WD club was formed in 1973 by the late Don Wells to enjoy and promote four wheel driving. The first club president was Colin Greange. Many of the founding members are still active in the club today. The first club outing was a drive along North Range Road, May 1973, with fifteen vehicl

es, 11 Landrovers, 2 Jeeps, a Toyota and one Austin Gipsy. Don's son Dean,is still active in the club. The club was originally named The Manawatu Overland Club but was changed to its current name in 1989 and is also an incorporated Society. It has approximately 100 members, from all walks of life and a very diverse range of vehicles. We endeavour to have at least one club run a month. These trips range from reasonably hard where some damage may occur, ( dents scratches etc) to easy or shiny trips. The majority of runs are in farms, forestry, rivers and DOC tracks in and around the Manawatu. Occasionally the club will do a "camp over" which is great family fun and good four wheel driving. We meet on the third Wednesday of each month and all are welcome to come along. Information packs are available for prospective members outlining the club rules, vehicle and equipment requirements. Prospective members must attend a minimum of two meetings and two club trips and then be voted in by the club committee. We hope to see you at the next event and meeting.

12/05/2026

Reminder next week! (20th may) club AGM will be held at the willowpark at the earlier time of 7pm as we have alot to get through.

05/05/2026

North range road, road works!!!!

Hey guys we have had word that North range road will be undergoing roadworks at the pahiatua end there. This is part of a big project with the wind turbines up there. Please respect the workers stay clear of the work being done.

Keep an eye on this page and we will update you as we find out more information. One of the contractors up there is a good friend of the club and we will be working with them to keep you informed and updated.

This work may take a long time (expecting a few years) as its is a big project and my understanding is that you will be able to acess north range road from the woodville end however this is not confirmed yet.

Just a recap this is not a perminant closure just something whal the work is being completed in conjuction with the windfarm project 😀

16/04/2026

Enjoy this poorly edited AI poster to let you know our AGM is next month, 20th may at the earlier start time of 7pm!!!

13/04/2026

Monthly meeting tomorrow night!!!!

17/03/2026

Appolagies for the late reminder but club meeting tomorrow night!!! Special general meeting aswell.

Hopefully your all having a better organised week than me! Ha
See you there!
Socializing from 7pm

11/03/2026

If you are looking for a fun and scenic day out, this trip over Waipari Station, (796 Clareinch Road, Omakere), will give you stunning coastal and farmland views, travelling over well-formed and safe 4WD tracks.
Lunch, and a BBQ at the end of the day is included.
Cash bar is available.
Only 15 spots left on this trek.

We look forward to having you join us.

To register, follow the link included or scan the QR code on the attached flyer

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScg2ngJFku6kRPnSdvFuaiZlB5zwIvnC690nyOYrOAO8oOqGA/viewform?usp=header

Sharing on behalf.

18/02/2026

Special General Meeting 18th march for constatution resolution for new inc society act.

12/02/2026

Meeting this comming Wednesday!!! 18th feb, 7.30 at the willowpark tavern
Come along and hear about upcoming trips, previous trips and whats happening arround the 4wd scene currently!

19/01/2026

Man that snuck up quick! Meeting tomorrow night!!!!!

15/01/2026

Looking for something to do in February to enjoy the weather whal it lasts?

Why not join in the papanui junction school drive!

Good chance to get out and support a local schools fundraising efforts to build a new sports shed and get to see the countryside you normaly dont have acess too!

Address

PO Box
Palmerston North
5176

Website

http://www.m4wdc.org.nz/p/join.html

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