All you need to know about the 2026 Variety Postie Bike Dash
Where we are going?
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure as the 2026 Variety Postie Bike Dash takes you on a spectacular journey through regional NSW, all on your your humble but legendary postie bike.
Starting and finishing in Tamworth, the country music capital of Australia, this year’s route delivers the perfect mix of country backroads, mountain ranges, coastal cruising and regional hospitality.
Where the 2026 route will take you
The adventure begins in Tamworth before heading north through the beautiful New England countryside to the historic highland town of Glen Innes.
From there, you'll descend the dramatic slopes of the Great Dividing Range, following Old Glen Innes Road alongside the Boyd River and passing through the famous Dalmorton Tunnel, before trading cool tablelands for salty sea air in the coastal paradise of Yamba.
After soaking up the ocean views, head inland through lush hinterland to the vibrant regional centre of Lismore and enjoy a half-day break off the bikes to celebrate Melbourne Cup Day.
From Lismore, climb back toward rugged border country taking on Rocky River Road, an iconic motorbike route that follows the spectacular Timbarra River through to the historic federation town of Tenterfield.
The adventure continues across the sweeping landscapes of the New England region to Inverell, before the final leg brings you full circle back to Tamworth.
Dates and Locations
Day 0 | 31 Oct:Tamworth
Day 1 | 1 Nov: Tamworth – Bundarra – Glen Innes
Day 2 | 2 Nov: Glen Innes – Dalmorton – Yamba
Day 3 | 3 Nov: Yamba – Lismore
Day 4 | 4 Nov: Lismore – Tabulam – Tenterfield
Day 5 | 5 Nov: Tenterfield – Ashford – Inverell
Day 6 | 6 Nov: Inverell – Tamworth
What it takes to join the fun
- Anyone over 18 years of age with a spirit of adventure, a tolerance to dust and a current motorcycle licence is going to have a great time on the Variety Postie Bike Dash.
- "P" Plates are acceptable but Learners Permits are not permitted.
- Come on your own, or even better, bring your mates.
Cost of Entry
Minimum Fundraising
Each individual bike entry needs to fundraise or donate a minimum of $2,500 to take part in the Variety Postie Bike Dash. A holding deposit of $500 is required on entry to secure your place. This must be paid to Variety 2 months prior to the start of the event. All donations above $2 are tax-deductible and Variety will issue tax invoices for all donations received.
Our Resources page provides a range of fundraising tips to help you reach your target.
Provisions Fee
The 2026 Provisions Fee is $720 inc GST and covers most meals from Day 0 dinner on Saturday 31 October in Tamworth through to the Final Presentation Night Dinner. Please note this excludes dinner on the free night in Lismore, Tuesday 3 November and lunch on Friday 6 November in Tamworth. It also includes your official event shirt, safety vest, stubby cooler, merchandise and bike signage.
Accommodation and all other out-of-pocket expenses are your own responsibility.
What to wear
- All riders must have appropriate riding gear including helmet, pants, jacket and gloves as essential items.
- You need to wear good riding gear. We recommend you bring some items for colder or wet conditions and others for when conditions are warmer because weather conditions can vary drastically and unfortunately things don’t always go to plan.
Accommodation details
- Entrants are required to to book their own accommodation. We've cut down the work for you and created an accommodation list so you can book directly based on your comfort level and budget. In some towns accommodation is limited and availability is not guaranteed.
How much do I fundraise?
- Entrants must fundraise or donate a minimum amount of $2,500 to Variety NSW/ACT to enter the Variety Postie Bike Dash. However, you don’t need to stop there! Every dollar you raise goes towards helping kids in need.
- We have a range of fundraising tools to help you reach your target.
- See the direct impact of your fundraising efforts as we grant a range of educational, health and mobility equipment to local schools and organisations along the route.
Thank You to Our Event Sponsors
