Bash FAQs

The Variety Bash is not a race or a rally, but a fun and social event, or in the words of the originator Dick Smith, ‘A drive in the outback with a few mates’. The WA Variety Bash runs for 7 days and the route and destination change each year. The full route is announced at a launch event, shortly after the finalisation of the previous Variety Bash. The Variety Bash has an exemplary safety record. All cars are tracked during the day by officials, who are in contact via HF radio and satellite phone with a central command post. The Variety Bash has its own team of paramedics and has full contact with hospitals, motor workshops and local authorities. In addition, all cars are checked over prior to the event, and a team of Mobile Workshop mechanics attend the event to assist entrants with car problems.

No the bash is not race, it’s more like an epic road trip with friends!

Entry: $220 per Bash Car inc GST payable on entry
Levy: $1,650 per person inc GST
Membership: $50 (Associate) inc GST or $75 (Ordinary) inc GST
Minimum Fundraising: $4,000 per new Bash Car, $8,000 per returning Bash

All meals, entertainment, camping fees and incidentals

Support from our experienced team of mechanics, medical staff and officials

Variety WA Bash merchandise including an official event shirt

Opportunity to make a difference to the lives of WA children who are sick, disadvantaged or have special needs.

*Accommodation (if desired), fuel and vehicle running costs are at your own 

No, your fundraising is made up of donations and as such needs to be receipted correctly by Variety WA. However you may be able to obtain sponsorship from your supporters to cover your costs.

There are many way to fundraise. You can obtain corporate donations, hold an event or run a raffle. Some workplaces even offer matched donations. Which ever you decide, don’t hesitate to call the Variety office for assistance.

Any donation made to Variety WA over $2 is tax deductible, provided no tangible benefit or value is received in return for the donation.

Any vehicle manufactured before 1994 is acceptable

Camping is included in your participant’s levy. If you do not want to camp you can book (if it’s available) your own accommodation at your cost.

All breakfasts, lunches and dinners are catered for you.

You can have as many as your car is licensed to carry.  

The Variety WA Bash travels with a B-Double trailer assembly with a 40 foot container for participants luggage. Each car is allocated a bay or two to carry swag and extra gear that doesn’t fit in your Bash car. The baggage truck does not carry spare tyres, fuel or parts for your car.

Yes. There are four Mobile Workshop (MW) crews who travel with the Variety WA Bash and are fully equipped to handle most repairs or they are not able to fix the problem they will help you get to the nearest workshop who can. 

  • A crew of two to four people with a sense of adventure
  • A pre 1987 car, prepared to Bash specifications. Need a car? Check out our Bash Cars for Sale page
  • A fun theme with costumes for your crew and car
  • Your entry and levy fees and minimum fundraising

Registrations are now open. Register online or download your registration form. For more information contact Bill or Donna on (08) 9355 3655 or via email.