About Us
The Tesla Owners Club of Australia (TOCA) was established in March 2016 by a group of enthusiastic owners. This Club is an Official Partner of the Tesla Owners Club Program, giving us access to information, activities and discounts that we pass on to our members.
OBJECTS AND PURPOSE of Tesla Owners Club of Australia Inc. (TOCA)
- Promote the ownership, potential ownership and/or enthusiasm by Members toward Tesla vehicles and other associated products and ventures of Tesla Inc. and affiliated entities.
- Promote friendship, knowledge sharing and networking between members of TOCA on social media, and at social or other functions.
- Promote Tesla Inc.'s Mission Statement, wherever relevant for TOCA, through all and any opportunity and methods available to TOCA, as arise from time to time
- Promote and lobby, on behalf of our Members, matters of relevance pertaining to Tesla, electric vehicles, their use and cost, and other related matters, organisations or products.
- Operate as an Incorporated Club according to its Registered Rules, and, any Operational Procedures as determined from time to time by the TOCA Committee.
Our committee has (at least) twelve people at any given time, including four office bearer roles as required by the ACT Association Guidelines.
Our office bearers are:
President |
Pete Thorne |
Model S 75D (NSW) |
Vice President |
Ross Hetherington |
Model 3 (ACT) |
Treasurer |
Jenni Vincent |
Model 3 (ACT) |
Secretary |
James Hayward |
Model 3P (QLD) |
And our ordinary committee members are:
QLD Representative |
Arran Blomfield |
Model X 100D (QLD) |
WA Representative |
Sonja Woodwell |
Model Y (WA) |
SA Representative |
Colin Capurso |
Model 3 (SA) |
TAS Representative |
Charles Gregory |
Model 3 (TAS) |
NT Representative |
Richard Smith |
Model X 100D (NT) |
NSW Representative |
TBA |
TBA |
VIC Representative |
Les Posen |
Model 3 (VIC) |
ACT Representative |
Kate Hetherington |
Model 3 (ACT) |
Loan Adaptor Manager |
Nick Di Paolo |
Model S (VIC) |
Committee Member |
Mark Balkin |
Model S (VIC) |
Committee Member |
Daniel Emmerson |
Model 3 (VIC) |
Committee Member |
Chris Quin |
Model 3 (VIC) |
Committee Member |
Garry Busowsky |
Model X P100D (VIC) |
Committee Member |
Kieran Pradeep |
Model S (NSW) |
Committee Member |
Zac Meyers |
Model 3 (SA) |
Committee Member |
Paula Wadeson-White |
Model 3 (QLD) |
Committee Member |
Nick Smidmore |
Model 3 (NSW) |
Committee Member |
Mark Edwards |
Model S (NSW) |
The Club runs national, interstate and local events throughout the year, including (but not limited to) drive days, get togethers, attendance at shows, charity events and track days. Some events will have Tesla staff attending. Specific details of events are available to members. However, if you would simply like further information, please contact your state representative.
If you are interested in organising or supporting an event, please get in touch and let us know where you are located.
March 2025 |
Qld TOCA Energy Drive - Family Solar Adventure
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Yandina,
Sat Mar 29
Join us for an Energy Drive - Family Solar Adventure to the 15MW Sunshine Coast Solar farm.. ... more |
TAS - Derwent Valley Drive and Lunch
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Gretna,
Sun Mar 30
Come and meet up for a scenic drive and lunch in the Derwent Valley! . ... more |
April 2025 |
SA TOCA Coffee Club - April 2025
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Adelaide,
Wed Apr 9
Join fellow South Australian Tesla owners and non-owners for a casual coffee and chat. A great way to connect and talk all things Tesla. RSVP to join us!. ... more |
SA TOCA - Great Tesla Easter Challenge
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Unley,
Sat Apr 12
Join us for a fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt on wheels! Enjoy a morning coffee, a scenic cruise, and a series of exciting photo challenges as we travel from town to town.. ... more |
VIC - Cars & Coffee April
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Heatherton,
Sun Apr 13
Come talk Teslas and have a coffee or brunch at Arcobar in Heatherton, and then visit the newly-opened Oakleigh South Supercharger. ... more |
Qld TOCA Easter Egg Hunt Family Fun Day
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Arundel,
Sun Apr 13
Join us for a delightful Qld TOCA Easter Egg Hunt Family Fun Day this April, filled with joy and excitement for both kids and adults! Sunday 13th April from 11.30am. ... more |
NSW TOCA "Bootcamp" for New and Prospective Tesla Owners
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West Pennant Hills,
Sun Apr 27
TOCA NSW is running a "Bootcamp" familiarisation course for new Tesla owners, the not so new, and for potential owners. The sessions are designed so that participants will know how to get the very best experience out of their car by showing its features, maintenance and care, and learning everything about Teslas and EVs in general.. ... more |
May 2025 |
ACT - Short Drive - Lunch at The Carrington, Bungendore
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Bungendore,
Sun May 4
The Carrington Inn Lunch in Bungendore. ... more |
SA TOCA Coffee Club - May 2025
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Adelaide,
Wed May 14
Join fellow South Australian Tesla owners and non-owners for a casual coffee and chat. A great way to connect and talk all things Tesla. RSVP to join us!. ... more |