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 |
Philip Playle |
Model 3P (NSW) |
Secretary |
James Hayward |
Model 3P (QLD) |
And our ordinary committee members are:
Webmaster |
Michael Barwell |
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QLD Chapter Pres. |
Arran Blomfield |
Model X 100D (QLD) |
WA Representative |
Chris Johnson |
Roadster (WA) |
SA Representative |
vacant |
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TAS Representative |
Charles Gregory |
Model 3 (TAS) |
NT Representative |
Richard Smith |
Model X 100D (NT) |
NSW Representative |
Steven Du |
Model X 100D (NSW) |
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 | Zac Meyers | Model 3 (SA) |
Committee Member | Garry Busowsky | Model X P100D (VIC) |
Committee Member | Luke Smith | Model 3P (QLD) |
Committee Member | Riz Akhtar | Model 3P (VIC) |
Committee Member | Mark Edwards | Model S (NSW) |
Committee Member | Chris Quin | Model 3 (VIC) |
Committee Member | Kieran Pradeep | Model S (NSW) |
Committee Member | Daniel Emmerson | Model 3 (VIC) |
Committee Member | Paula Wadeson-White | Model 3 (QLD) |
Committee Member | Linda Reeb | Model 3 (QLD) |
Committee Member | Jenni Vincent | Model 3 (ACT) |
Committee Member | Paul Leopardi | Model 3 (ACT) |
Committee Member | Nick Smidmore | Model 3 (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!
April 2024 |
ACT and regional NSW - Group drive to Yarrangobilly Caves
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Sat Apr 20
ACT and regional NSW group drive to Yarrangobilly Caves. ... more |
VIC - Cars & Coffee April
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Box Hill South,
Sun Apr 21
Come talk Teslas and have a coffee near the Box Hill Supercharger. . ... more |
TOCA NSW April Coffee Meet in the Cumberland State Forest
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West Pennant Hills,
Tue Apr 23
Meet up with fellow Tesla owners for a Coffee, Cake & Chat at the Café Saligna in the Cumberland State Forest. . ... more |
ACT and regional NSW Coffee Club - April 2024
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THROSBY,
Wed Apr 24
ACT and regional NSW Coffee Club - April 2024 . ... more |
TOCA NSW joins "FONZ Community Ride" - Sat 27/04/24
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Alexandria,
Sat Apr 27
FONZ Alexandria welcomes TOCA members to join the "FONZ Community Ride", Sat 27/04/2024. Get to enjoy a free breakfast at FONZ HQ, then get to know other EV owners and share your experience.. ... more |
NT - Cars and Coffee
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Nightcliff,
Sat Apr 27
Top End Cars and Coffee Meetup - April. ... more |
Qld Energy Drive
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Sumner Park,
Sun Apr 28
Join us for an informative Energy Drive to Zekitek. ... more |
TOCA NSW Sunday Dinner @ Waitara
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Waitara,
Sun Apr 28
Join fellow TOCA friends for good pub food and great company at the Blue Gum Hotel in Waitara on Sunday 28th April.. ... more |
May 2024 |
TOCA NSW @ "Lake Macquarie Autumn Fair" - Speers Point Park
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Speers Point,
Sat May 4
Join us at this wonderful "Lake Macquarie Autumn Fair", at Speers Point. Many fun stalls. AEVA will also be showcasing their EVs. Lots of fun for the whole family!. ... more |
TOCA NSW @ "Electrify Bouddi Launch Party"
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Killcare,
Sat May 4
Join us for the "Electrify Bouddi Launch Party" at Killcare Surf Club, celebrating positive environmental action and inspiring the community. AEVA and TOCA NSW members are cordially invited to embark on an EV voyage around town before convening at the EV stall for firsthand EV experiences. With practical demonstrations & sustainability workshops on solar, heat pumps, and induction cooking, there's something for the whole family!. ... more |
ACT TOCA - Worldwide Star Wars Lightshow
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Parkes,
Sat May 4
Become a participant in a Global Lightshow event. Location somewhere in the Parliamentary Triangle. More cars the merrier.. ... more |
NT - Worldwide Star Wars Lightshow
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The Gardens,
Sat May 4
Participate in a Global Tesla Lightshow event. Location Mindil Beach (to be confirmed). More cars the better.. ... more |
TOCA NSW "Bootcamp at The Armory", followed by Coffee Chat
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Sydney Olympic Park,
Sun May 5
Get into your military gear (if you have it) and join TOCA NSW for "Bootcamp at The Armoury", Silverwater... followed by a friendly coffee and meet!. ... more |
SA Thursday Night Pizza Night | Victoria Park Social Club
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Thu May 9
Midweek Catch-up | All you can eat Pizza!. ... more |
QLD - ICC Economy Run
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North Lakes,
Sat May 11
Have fun trying to get your best economy figures!. ... more |
TOCA NSW Coffee and Picnic at Mt Annan Botanic Gardens
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Mount Annan,
Fri May 17
Join TOCA NSW friends for a picnic at Mount Annan Botanic Gardens . ... more |
ACT and regional NSW Coffee Club - May 2024
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Pearce,
Thu May 23
ACT and regional NSW Coffee Club - May 2024 . ... more |
NT - Drive 2 Dinner
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FANNIE BAY,
Sat May 25
Drive and dinner at the Sailing Club. ... more |
Qld TOCA Come Fly a Kite
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Clontarf,
Sun May 26
Join us for a fun family day exploring the power of wind. ... more |
June 2024 |
Rockhampton EV Display
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Rockhampton City,
Sat Jun 1
Display your Tesla at Rockhampton EV Display. ... more |
NT - Cars and Coffee
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Nightcliff,
Sun Jun 16
Top End Cars and Coffee Meetup - June. ... more |