Frequently Asked Questions

The Variety 4WD Adventure is a fundraising event that takes place over 7 days.

Entrants are required to fundraise or donate a minimum of $3,500 per car for Variety – the Children’s Charity to enter the Variety 4WD Adventure. This is for an entry of one car and up to two (2) people.

A $500 non-refundable donation is required on entry to secure your place.

Provisions Fee

As the organisers of this turnkey event, we plan for the meals, accommodation, activities, and charge you a ‘provisions fee.’ The provisions fee covers breakfast, lunch, and dinner on most days except where stated. All accommodation is covered for the duration of the event and is based on double or twin share rooms. The provisions fee also covers the cost of selected merchandise, car signage, photography and entertainment during the event.

As an example, the provisions fee for 2025 event was $4,100 inc GST for car entry of two (2) people. You will be notified of the provisions fee closer to the event date. For single entrant provisions fee, please contact the motoring team directly.

• First instalment $1,500 inc GST per car is payable in October 2025 or if registered after 1 October 2025 within 14 days of registration.
• Remaining balance by 7 February 2026. 

Please note provision fees are non-refundable.

Additional costs such as fuel, potential mechanical repairs, refreshments, and other out-of-pocket expenses are at your own expense.

Legal requirements

Everyone taking part in the 4WD in any way must have a valid Working With Children’s Check (WWCC) or your state’s equivalent check.

At all times all entrants must abide by the rules of the road as prescribed by State laws and statutes.

• People who wish to attend the 4WD events in 2026 where there are no spots available may be placed on a waitlist.
• Waitlists are maintained in order of application date.
• Applicants will be notified of their waitlist status and approximate wait time, if known.
• The waitlist is reviewed regularly to ensure accuracy and relevance.
• When a spot becomes available, the next eligible person will be contacted via email and/or phone.
• If the individual does not respond within 3 days, the offer may be extended to the next person on the list.
• Individuals may decline and remain on the waitlist or be removed upon request.
• When a person is offered a waitlist spot to attend one of the 4WD Adventure events - the terms will depend on how long before the event this becomes available.

Currently the terms for registered participants are as follows:

For people that are offered a place from the waitlist:

If these terms are not met, it will be assumed that they are no longer interested, they will be removed from the waitlist and the offer may be extended to the next person on the list.

• Registration: All vehicles must have current registration covering the period of the Adventure.
• Road Worthiness: It is the responsibility of owners of all vehicles that their vehicle be roadworthy. It is NOT the responsibility of Variety NSW to ensure that the vehicle you are driving is roadworthy. That responsibility lies solely with each owner/driver. It is recommended that you service your vehicle just prior to the event.
• Insurance: It is essential that third party property insurance is held by all entrants.

• Radios: All vehicles must be fitted with a 40-channel UHF radio. Radios are required for safety reasons and for communication between vehicles.
• Towing: All vehicles must be fitted with front and rear recovery points.
• Snatch Strap: All vehicles must carry a heavy-duty snatch strap.
• Bow (‘D’) Shackles: All vehicles must carry 2 x 3 tonne bow shackles.
• Wheels: All vehicles should carry at least one full sized spare tyre and a tyre repair kit (for slow leaks). Recommend tyres being of Light Truck build and at least 50% tread depth.
• Jack: A jack capable of lifting a loaded vehicle is also required, plus a board to rest the jack on in soft conditions is recommended.
• Tool Kit: It is recommended that you bring a tool kit with enough tools to do small repairs. Nuts, bolts, screws, electrical wire and terminals should also be carried.
• First Aid Kit: All vehicles are required to carry a basic first aid kit.