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Every dollar you raise will make a massive difference to a child in need, and we’re here to support you every step of the way with proven fundraising tips from your fellow Bashers. Here are the three most successful ways to reach your minimum fundraising requirement for the Variety Bash:1. Seek sponsors for your car – ask local businesses to make a donation in exchange for placing their logo on your car in a prominentposition2. Share your online fundraising page with everyone you know via e-mail and social media3. Organise fundraising events and activitiesWhere does the money go?

Every day, Variety receives requests for assistance from families who are doing it tough. The money you raise through the Variety Bash will directly help children who are sick, disadvantaged and who have special needs by way of goods and services.In the last year, we’ve been able to provide almost $1 million in grants of equipment, services and scholarships throughout Queensland thanks to your fundraising. Every dollar you raise is used immediately to help Aussie kids have a fair go.• Every $1,000 you raise can help a child who is non-verbal to communicate with iPad assistive software.• Every $5,000 you raise can help a disadvantaged child follow their dreams with a scholarship in the arts, sport or education.• Every $10,000 you raise can provide wheelchair accessible vehicle modifications to help safely transport a child with special needs in theirfamily car.

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Thank you so much for your interest in the 2019 Variety Bash from Mackay to Gold Coast!

The iconic Variety Bash is Australia’s largest and most successful charity motoring event, taking place annually in every state. Since the inaugural event, the Variety Bash has raised over $220 million around the country for Aussie kids in need.

From 28 August to 6 September 2019, you’ll visit local towns, stopping into schools and organisations to visit the kids you’re helping. ‘Bashers’, as you’ll be affectionately known, get to see the direct impact of your fundraising efforts along the way, with a range of educational, health and mobility equipment provided to local children, schools and organisations in rural communities.

Your fundraising and participation in this adventure-filled event will have a positive impact on the lives of many children and communities. Your support will empower children who are sick, disadvantaged or have special needs to live, laugh and learn – something that can’t be achieved without your dedication and hard work.

The Variety Bash is also about mateship, wacky costumes, fun stops and seeing everything our wonderful country has to offer. You will travel many dirt roads through tiny towns with old friends and meet new ones along the way. Expect more than a little bit of skulduggery and always remember not to take it too seriously.

This handbook will provide you with all the information you need to get started on this awesome adventure. Contact us on 07 3907 9300 or info@varietyqld.org.au if you need more info. Remember that spots are limited, so take the next step today and register for the 2019 Variety Bash here.

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Table of Contents

1. Types of entries to the Bash Page 3

2. Fundraising Page 4

3. Compulsory Vehicle Preparations - Bash Cars Page 9

Suggested Vehicle Preparations - Bash Cars Page 13

4. Vehicle Preparations - Auxiliary Workshops Page 14

5. Variety Bash Code Of Conduct And Participant Rules And Regulations Page 18

6. Frequently Asked Questions Page 19

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There are two types of entry to the Variety Bash:

1. A Variety Bash Car Team:• The vehicle must meet the Variety Bash Car vehicle requirements• The vehicle must pass the three rounds of vehicle inspections• The team must commit to fundraise a minimum of $8,500 – on average each car raises twice as much because of all the support we provide• The team is required to pay the non-refundable entry fee of $385 inc GST• Each person or crew member in the vehicle will be required to pay a provisions levy, which covers meals, merchandise and one night’s

accommodation during the Bash.• Each person or crew member in the vehicle is required to be over the age of 18 years at the start of the event.• Each person or crew member in the vehicle is required to abide by the Variety Bash Code of Conduct and Event Rules and Regulations.

Looking to buy a Bash car? Check out the cars for sale here.

2. A Variety Bash Auxiliary Workshop Team:NB: Variety Queensland will only accept a limited number of AW entries

• All AW teams should have at least one person who is mechanically minded or have a trade that is appropriate for the job i.e. boiler maker,auto electrician, motor mechanic etc

• The vehicle must meet the Variety Bash AW vehicle requirements• The AW team must be linked to a Variety Bash Car Team• The AW vehicle must pass the three rounds of vehicle inspections• The AW team must commit to fundraise a minimum of $4,500• The AW team is required to pay the non-refundable entry fee of $385 inc GST.• Each person in the AW vehicles is required to be over the age of 18 years at the commencement of the event• Each person in the AW vehicle will also need to pay a provisions levy, which covers meals, merchandise and generally one night’s

accommodation during the Bash.• Each person or crew member in the vehicle is required to abide by the Variety Bash Code of Conduct and Event Rules and Regulations.

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Every dollar you raise will make a massive difference to a child in need, and we’re here to support you every step of the way with proven fundraising tips from your fellow Bashers. Here are the three most successful ways to reach your minimum fundraising requirement for the Variety Bash:

1. Seek sponsors for your car – ask local businessesto make a donation in exchange for placing theirlogo on your car in a prominent position

2. Share your online fundraising page with everyoneyou know via e-mail and social media

3. Organise fundraising events and activities

Where does the money go?Every day, Variety receives requests for assistance from families who are doing it tough. The money you raise through the Variety Bash will directly help children who are sick, disadvantaged or have special needs by way of goods and services.In the last year, we’ve been able to provide almost $1 million in grants of equipment, services and scholarships throughout Queensland thanks to your fundraising. Every dollar you raise is used immediately to help Aussie kids have a fair go.

• Every $1,000 you raise can help a child who is non-verbal to communicate with iPad assistive software.• Every $5,000 you raise can help a disadvantaged child follow their dreams with a scholarship in the arts, sport or education.• Every $10,000 you raise can provide wheelchair accessible vehicle modifications to help safely transport a child with special needs in their

family car.

5Cooper & Annika

CooperCooper is a 13-year-old boy from Cairns who was awarded a Variety Heart Scholarship for running. Cooper lives with Type 1 diabetes, which complicates training and competing. His ultimate dream is to represent Australia in Junior Athletics. His coach Jill Boltz, a two-time Olympian, says Cooper “has an inner driving force and a relentless attitude.” Cooper recently came 6th in the 3000m race at the National Athletics Championships at Sydney Olympic Stadium. Your fundraising is helping Cooper and other kids just like him be the best they can be - thank you, Bashers!

AnnikaAnnika is 15 years old and lives with Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy. Despite her challenges, Annika enjoys attending high school and in many ways she is much like other children her age. She has even learnt to ‘speed type’ using her nose when on messenger with her friends. Annika needed a very specialised powered wheelchair with a standing function to regularly move her young body, help reduce her constant back pain and give her more freedom and confidence. Thanks to the generosity of Variety supporters just like you, Annika was granted her standing chair which has both health benefits and emotional benefits like, as Annika said “not having my friends look down on me”.

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With all fundraising you undertake on behalf of your entry in the Variety Bash, donations are non-refundable and non-transferable. Here’s some additional information about each fundraising method:

1. Seeking sponsors for your carFor the purpose of your entry to the Variety Bash, a sponsor is any person or business making a donation to Variety – the Children’s Charity of Queensland on behalf of your car entry.

• Tax-deductible receipts will be issued by Variety – the Children’s Charity of Queensland for any donation over $2.• Receipts will only be issued for cash donations, not in kind or product donations whether for your car or a raffle (such as tyres for your car or a

coffee machine to raffle)• Variety can’t offer your sponsors any promotional or recognition benefits, but we strongly urge you to thank, promote and appreciate the

individuals and businesses who have supported your Variety Bash entry.

2. Share your online fundraising page with everyone you know via e-mail and social mediaSharing your online fundraising page is a quick, easy and effective way to raise funds. Family and friends around the world can support you.

• Variety uses the Everyday Hero website for online fundraising. When you register for the Bash, you’ll automatically receive a link and logindetails to your team page that you can customise.

• Each team page will have its own link which you can forward to your email and SMS contacts and share on Facebook and other socialmedia.

• Every time an online donation is made, your donor will get an automatic tax receipt.• The funds are remitted to Variety Queensland each fortnight and will appear on your Bash fundraising statement.

3.Organise fundraising events and activities:Fundraising activities are broad in their definition and can include running a BBQ at the local hardware store, selling meat tray raffle tickets at the pub on a Friday evening, running a charity golf day or organising a fundraising lunch or dinner.

• All fundraising events and activities need to be registered with Variety by completing the form found here. An official authority to fundraiseletter will be issued annually once you have registered your details.

• You can use the Variety supporters’ logo with our approval.• Donations can’t be used for anything relating to your entry to the event such as car preparations and maintenance, provisions payments or

fuel. These are personal expenses to be covered by the participants in each team.• All fundraising events and activities must adhere to Variety’s Fundraising Terms and Conditions, which can be found here.

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More Fundraising Opportunities

You’ll also receive fundraising support from our corporate partners: • Receive $30 toward your fundraising for every vehicle’s Compulsory Third Party (CTP) insurance that is switched over to QBE.• Insure your Bash car with Famous Insurance and you’ll get 5% of the premium toward your fundraising!

When you sign up to the Variety Bash and commit to raising money for the children that Variety assists, we have a range of tools that can guide you in your fundraising efforts:

‘How to....’ Guides:We have several ‘How to...’ Guides that will take you, step by step, through organising particular fundraising activities. The guides available include:

• How to ask for Donations or Sponsorship• How to generate donations through Everyday Hero• How to maximise the use of Shaker Tins• How to run a raffle• How to hold a Fun Run• How to hold a Lunch or Dinner event• How to run a Golf Day• How to run a BBQ Sausage Sizzle• How to host a Trivia Night• How to partner with a third party event• How to host a Silent Auction• How to Thank your Supporters

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Templates, Fact Sheets, Presentations and Kits:We have an array of tools to help you make your sponsorship pitch to businesses and organisations you identify as potential supporters. These tools include:

• A sponsorship template you can modify to include information about your team and car and what you have to offer• A PowerPoint presentation you can use if you have to make any kind of presentation to an organisation or business• A Fact Sheet which details Variety – the Children’s Charity’s facts, such as who we are and where the money goes• Links to videos about Variety and the kids we help• Workplace giving kits that will allow you to provide information to your employer or companies who may be interested in having their

employees support the cause• Regular giving kits that allow you to receive monthly or fortnightly donations toward your fundraising – you can exceed your fundraising

minimum by signing up 10 friends who donate $25/month

Collateral, Signage, Tickets and TinsWe have an assortment of collateral and signage that is available for you to use at your fundraising activities. These include:

• Variety branded sequentially numbered raffle ticket books – ideal for any raffles you are planning on running• Variety branded tin wrappers, that wrap around the money tins you can purchase at most discount stores.• Variety branded balloons for decorating stalls or venues when hosting a fundraising activity

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COMPULSORY REQUIREMENTS

Year of Construction Vehicle models must be 30 years old or older for the year of entry. Run on models may be accepted at the discretion of Variety Queensland.

Vehicle Make and ModelVehicles MUST be two wheel drive. All makes and models are accepted (provided they are 30 years old or older at the time of entry). It’s easier to find parts for Ford and Holden cars in the outback and it is sometimes harder to locate parts for foreign or rare vehicle makes and models.

Vehicle RegistrationAll vehicles must have current registration covering the period of the Bash. Current registration papers and a Roadworthy certificate must be shown at both the second and final vehicle scrutineering.

Vehicle InsuranceAll vehicles must have current Third Party Property Insurance coverage. Insurance certificates need to be provided at the final vehicle scrutineering.

EngineThe engine shall not be of a larger capacity than that permitted for that model car, at the time of construction.

Vehicle ModificationsAll Bash vehicles MUST be modified and fitted with the following:

• Sump, gearbox and petrol tank protection – ‘Bash Plates’ MUST be fitted to the car, covering from the front of the engine to the rear of thegearbox (excluding the extension housing). This should be mounted so that it can be easily removed.

• Engine securing devices - is to prevent the engine from being forced back into the passenger compartment, or forward in to the radiator in anaccident.

• Headlight stone guards• Laminated windscreen OR windscreen stone guard

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• Rear high-mounted brake lights• Safety strap fitted under the front of the tail shaft – or Tail Shaft Loop is compulsory as the idea is if the front universal joint breaks, the front of

the tail shaft is stopped from hitting the road and acting as a pole vault.• Front and rear mud flaps• Rear high mounted dust lights – a rear mounted, rotating amber light or LED equivalent, mounted as high as possible on the car, is com-

pulsory for safety when driving in dust. Also, a rear mounted downward facing white light is also required to illuminate the dust. Both lightsshould only be used when on dirt roads on the event and need to be switched off on bitumen

Cargo BarriersIt is compulsory to have AS/NZS 4034.1: 2008 Approved cargo barriers fitted to all station wagons and vans.

RadiosAll vehicles must be fitted with an operating UHF Radio. This is perhaps the most important piece of equipment on the Bash as the Radio is used to:

• Warn other drivers of your intention to pass• Warn other drivers behind you of any impending danger or oncoming traffic• Advise Officials and Mobile Workshops in the event of the breakdown

TowingAll Bash vehicles must be fitted with front AND rear 50mm towing balls affixed to the chassis in the centre of the vehicle. It is recommended these are Hayman-Reese type tow hitches with demountable tongues. All Bash vehicles MUST carry one tow rope AND one heavy duty Snatch Strap AND 2 x three tonne rated bow shackles. Bash vehicles and Auxiliary Workshops are prohibited from towing trailers on the event.

ToolsAll Bash vehicles MUST carry the following basic tools:

• Adjustable spanner• Pliers and Side cutters

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• Car jack• Tyre repair kit• Jumper leads• Portable light• Shovel

Spare PartsAll Bash vehicles MUST carry the following equipment during the Bash:

• Five litres of oil• Spare nuts and bolts applicable to your vehicle• Twenty litres of water• First Aid kit• Spare oil filters• Spare globes for rear high mounted brake and dust lights• Container of brake fluid• Spare fan belt• Fire Extinguisher• Assorted cable ties

OdometerAll Bash vehicles must have a working odometer. As most Bash vehicles will not be travelling with standard tyres, odometers should be checked over a measured distance. Route instructions will be given in miles and kilometres.

Fuel TanksAll Bash vehicles will be required to have sufficient fuel for a 450km range on dirt roads. An extra tank may be fitted provided this tank is vented outside of the passenger and luggage compartments and filled from outside the passenger compartment. Additional fuel may be carried in jerry cans that are AS/NZS 2906:2001 Approved. They cannot be stored inside the passenger compartment and MUST be tied down.

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Seat BeltsAll vehicles must have seatbelts for ALL passengers. The belts can be either full harness or lap/sash.

DecalsVariety will supply each Bash team with door panels and sponsor decals that need to be fitted to each Bash vehicle. A brief description of each and the required location is provided below:

2 x Door Panels – displaying the event logo, event name and the Car entry number. These will need to be fitted to the front driver and passenger door. These panels should be free of any other decals.

1 x Front Windscreen Sash – displaying the Windscreen Sponsors logo to be placed in the centre of your front windscreen

1 x Back Windscreen sash – displaying the national Variety Bash slogan ‘Variety Bash....ya gotta do it!’ to be placed across the back windscreen of your vehicle

2 x Windscreen numbers – displaying your vehicle entry number, to be displayed on the top right hand side (as you are looking from the outside) of both the front and rear windscreens

Various sponsors decals – to be displayed in prominent positions on your car, but not restricted to any one place. This is to allow you to ‘sell’ particular panels on your car to sponsors – such as the bonnet or back doors etc.

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TransmissionVehicles may have column or floor gear shifts and have manual or automatic transmission. Stronger gearboxes are recommended.

BrakesVehicles can have original type brakes fitted or be converted to disc brakes if recommended by qualified personnel. As safety is paramount, it is imperative your brakes are in good working condition.

SuspensionIt is recommended that you check to see if the springs and shock absorbers fitted to your vehicle are satisfactory for Outback conditions. If recommended by qualified personnel, install heavier duty springs and shock absorbers.

TyresIt is recommended that all vehicles have off road tyres and rims fitted. All vehicles MUST take two spare tyres and rims on the event.

Windscreen Water ReservoirsIt is recommended that a larger capacity water reservoir be fitted to your Bash vehicle. One tried and true substitute is a 2 litre cordial bottle.

RadiatorMake sure your radiator has been cleaned out and is suitable for long distances.

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Year of Construction Vehicle models DO NOT have any age restrictions.

Vehicle Make and ModelVehicles MUST be four wheel drive. All makes and models are accepted.

Vehicle RegistrationAll vehicles must have current registration covering the period of the Bash. Current registration papers and a Roadworthy certificate must be shown at both the second and final vehicle scrutineering.

Vehicle InsuranceAll vehicles must have current Third Party Property Insurance coverage. Insurance certificates need to be provided at the final vehicle scrutineering.

Vehicle ModificationsAll AW vehicles MUST be modified and fitted with the following:

• Headlight stone guards• Laminated windscreen OR windscreen stone guard• Rear high-mounted brake lights• Front and rear mud flaps• Rear high mounted dust lights – a rear mounted, rotating amber light or LED equivalent, mounted as high as possible on the car, is com-

pulsory for safety when driving in dust. Also, a rear mounted downward facing white light is also required to illuminate the dust. Both lightsshould only be used when on dirt roads on the event and need to be switched off on bitumen

Cargo BarriersIt is compulsory to have AS/NZS 4034.1: 2008 Approved cargo barriers fitted to all station wagons and vans.

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RadiosAll vehicles must be fitted with an operating UHF Radio. This is perhaps the most important piece of equipment on the Bash as the Radio is used to:

• Warn other drivers of your intention to pass• Warn other drivers behind you of any impending danger or oncoming traffic• Advise Officials and Mobile Workshops in the event of the breakdown

TowingAll AW vehicles must be fitted with a rear 50mm towing ball affixed to the chassis of the vehicle. It is recommended these are Hayman-Reese type tow hitches with demountable tongues. All AW vehicles MUST carry one tow rope AND one heavy duty Snatch Strap AND 2 x three tonne rated bow shackles. AW’s must carry a “stiff” bar for towing other vehicles. Variety will give you the specifications for this.

Spare PartsAll Auxiliary Workshop vehicles MUST carry the following equipment during the Bash:

• Five litres of oil• Spare nuts and bolts applicable to your vehicle• Twenty litres of water• First Aid Kit• Spare globes for rear high mounted brake and dust lights• Container of brake fluid• Spare fan belt• Fire Extinguisher• Selection of Cable Ties• Stiff Bar• At least one Bottle Jack• Jacking Plate• Comprehensive selection of Tools

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OdometerAll AW vehicles must have a working odometer. As most AW vehicles will not be travelling with standard tyres, odometers should be checked over a measured distance. Route instructions will be given in miles and kilometres.

Fuel TanksAll AW vehicles will be required to have sufficient fuel for a 450km range on dirt roads. An extra tank may be fitted provided this tank is vented outside of the passenger and luggage compartments and filled from outside the passenger compartment. Additional fuel may be carried in jerry cans that are AS/NZS 2906:2001 Approved. They cannot be stored inside the passenger compartment and MUST be tied down.

DecalsVariety will supply each AW team with door panels and sponsor decals that need to be fitted to each Bash vehicle. A brief description of each and the required location is provided below:

2 x Door Panels – displaying the event logo, event name and the Car entry number. These will need to be fitted to the front driver and passenger door. These panels should be free of any other decals.

1 x Front Windscreen Sash – displaying the Windscreen Sponsors logo to be placed in the centre of your front windscreen

1 x Back Windscreen sash – displaying the national Variety Bash slogan ‘Variety Bash....ya gotta do it!’ to be placed across the back windscreen of your vehicle

2 x Windscreen numbers – displaying your vehicle entry number, to be displayed on the top right hand side (looking from the outside) of both the front and rear windscreens

Various sponsors decals – to be displayed in prominent positions on your car, but not restricted to any one place. This is to allow you to ‘sell’ particular panels on your car to sponsors – such as the bonnet or back doors etc.

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Team RequirementsAll AW teams should have at least one person who is mechanically minded or have a trade that is appropriate for the job i.e. boiler maker, auto electrician, motor mechanic etc. As safety is a high priority, AW crew must wear safety shoes and safety vests when assisting vehicles and must assist ANY Bash vehicle requiring help.

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The Code of Conduct has been set by Variety – the Children’s Charity of TENT 76 to ensure the safety of all participants and protect the reputation of the Variety Bash and Variety. It contains simple common sense rules and is viewed most seriously.It is up to each participant / team to police the conduct of other team members. Anyone not adhering to the code may be forced to withdraw from the Variety Bash Event and may not be invited to participate in future Variety events. As a Variety Bash entrant you are not exempt from state laws or road rules, and anyone caught breaking the law may be prosecuted.The Variety Bash Rules and Regulations are those made by the Variety office at any time. All entrants agree to abide by these rules upon registration into the Variety Bash.The Rules and Regulations may be altered and amended at any time and as seen fit by Variety. Any decision handed down by Variety will be final with no discussion entered into. During the Variety Bash event if any dispute arises as to the interpretation of any of the rules, the Variety Bash event Management decision will be final.

Read the complete code and rules here.

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Is there a special Bash Car insurance?Yes – insure your Bash car with Famous Insurance and you’ll get 5% of the premium toward your fundraising! Get a quote by calling 1300 FAMOUS.

Where can I go to get special registration for Bash cars?You can register with the Fun Raisers Car Club. As this is a club rego, there are restrictions on how you can use your vehicle. Contact Mal Johnson, Fun Raisers Car Club on 0412 737 780.

Is accommodation provided on the Variety Bash for participants?Accommodation is normally booked for participants for one or two nights of the Bash and this is included in the provisions levy. For the 2018 Variety Bash, the provisions levy includes the final night accommodation in Townsville.Participants are provided with an accommodation list in order to book hotels/motels in the towns we visit. Alternatively, a camping area with facilities is organised for participants wishing to camp. Sometimes a small fee is required for this camping. If the campground doesn’t provide adequate toilets and showers, we provide our own block of toilets and showers so participants have the amenities they need, ensuring camping is a great experience for all.

What meals are catered for during the event?All breakfasts, lunches* (excluding lunch on the lay day in Halliday Bay) and dinners are catered for you during the Variety Bash and included in your provisions levy.

Do I need to arrive at the start location before the day of the start?Yes. Prior to the start of the Variety Bash you need to attend Registration and Scrutineering. Registration is the time when you collect your merchandise packs, sign Indemnity Forms and finalise any remaining fundraising or outstanding payments. Scrutineering is the time to have the final check on your vehicle by our Mobile Workshop crews and Chief Scrutineer.

What space do I have to leave on my car for decals?Variety Queensland will supply you with a number of event decals that will need to be placed on your vehicle for the Variety Bash. These are:

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2 x Door Panels for the front door on both the driver and passenger side of the car.1 x Front Windscreen sponsor decal – 1 x Back Windscreen ‘Variety Bash…ya gotta do it’ decal.Various sponsor decals to be placed around the vehicle where they will fit

Can my fundraising events be covered by Variety Public Liability Insurance?Yes. You will be need to fill in the ‘Request to Fundraise’ form prior to the event and submit this to the Variety office. This includes a very brief Risk Assessment that is required by our insurance company. Once received, we can issue you with a copy of the insurance. It is important to note that the Insurance certificate is invalid for an event if there is no accompanying ‘Request to Fundraise’ form. Submit your form online here.

How many people can I have in my car?As many as is legally allowed – everyone needs to have a seatbelt. We recommend no more than three in a vehicle, however we do have teams of four or five.

What other costs are involved with the Variety Bash?Each team that enters is required to pay an entry fee of $385 inc GST and commits to raising a minimum of $8,500, but on average teams raise twice as much because of all the support we provide. In addition, each team will need to pay for their fuel, repairs, maintenance and any parts they need to buy.

Each team member will also be required to pay a provisions levy, which covers the cost of meals, one night’s accommodation and the merchandise kit. The 2018 provisions levy is:

Early Bird: $1,150 when you pay by 31 MarchMonthly Option: Take advantage of 8 monthly payments of $150 each starting 2 January, to be charged on the first business day of each month until 1 August – it’s less than the cost of a coffee a day!Full Rate: $1,300 if you pay after 1 AprilALL provisions are due by 8 August. All prices include GST.

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What if all my team’s luggage and swags won’t fit in my car?The RAAF, long-time supporters of the Variety Bash, provide baggage trucks which are available to all Bashers to load excess luggage – specifically swags and giveaways for the kids. The cost is $25 per item and each item will be given a luggage tag. Items should weigh not weight more the 16kg.

Spare parts cannot be carried on the baggage truck.

Does Variety provide mechanical support during the course of the Bash?Yes. There are six Mobile Workshop (MW) teams who attend the Bash and are fully equipped to handle repairs. In addition, Auxiliary Workshop (AW) vehicles provide minor mechanical support. Each AW is required to be associated with a Bash team, raise a minimum of $4,500, have a mechanically minded person travel in the vehicle and must stop for any team experiencing mechanical difficulty.

How much money should I allow for fuel?This is a difficult question to answer as every vehicle has different consumption rates and because we do travel on many dirt roads.

Each trip is generally between 3,000km and 3,500km in total length and fuel in some out of the way places can be higher in cost – so between $1.80 per litre and $2.00 per litre. If you know roughly how many kilometres per litre of fuel you can travel, this should help you set a fuel budget based on the above figures.

Can I spread my fundraising from this year’s Variety Bash also to a future year’s Bash?No. We encourage you to raise as much as you can for the Bash that you are registered for, as ultimately that means you are helping more of Queensland’s special kids. If you cannot participate in this year’s Bash, you can however register for and commence fundraising for next year’s event now, and we will soft credit your fundraising from this year’s Bash to next year’s Bash only.If I’ve reached my fundraising minimum, can I transfer funds to a different car that is below their minimum?All donations are non-refundable and non-transferable once processed. If you’d like to split a donation or proceeds from a fundraising event with another car, this must be done at the time the funds are being deposited. After that, we cannot move funds from one car’s account to another.

What are the Scrutineering requirements?Before we hit the road on the Bash, there are a number of things we need to do to make sure your vehicle is up to scratch. To find out all the scrutineering instructions for the 2019 Bash, click here.

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