Alfesta 2026

 Saturday the 2nd of May, 49 x IMSMC members with 39 x IMSMC cars, contributed  to Alfesta 2026, on the Beautiful lawns of Manor House in Sutton Forest!

 

This year, the Alfa Romeo Club celebrated the 60th anniversary of the DUETTO!!! Certainly one of Alfa's Iconic Models.

 

Our day began at the Foodary on the Hume Highway in Pheasants nest where we dominated the car park.  Prior to leaving, we had a brief assembly where our President addressed the crowd, making the announcement, " Alfa Romeo "IS" ITALIAN MADE!!!"

 

Punctuality is becoming a common feature within the club, where at exactly 7:45am we cavalcaded to Manor House. What a Beautiful sight... a abundance of waves and smiles to each of our cars as we made our way south on the Hume Hwy!

 

So much Italian engineering on display; Spiders, sedans, coupe's Historic and modern were a feast to the eyes.

 

We congratulate the organisers of the Alfa Romeo Club. We thank the event managers for their invitation and highlighting the significant contribution IMSMC made to the success of the day.  A  HUGE thank you to all the Italian Made Social Motoring Club members and family that shared in the celebration.

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Delizioso Bakery's 1st Birthday, 'Italian Made' Style

A beautiful morning, great company, and exceptional Italian flavours — the Italian Made Social Motoring Club (IMSMC) couldn’t have asked for a better way to celebrate a special milestone.IMSMC members gathered to celebrate Delizioso Bakery’s 1st birthday, and it turned out to be a fantastic event. From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming, setting the perfect tone for a relaxed and memorable catch‑up.

A big thank you to the entire Delizioso team for hosting us and for the generous coffee vouchers gifted to IMSMC members — a thoughtful touch that

made the morning even more enjoyable.

We spent hours soaking up the sunshine, surrounded by the sounds of Italian music, admiring 20 IMSMC classic cars with fellow members and the local community.

And speaking of food — Delizioso truly delivered. You’ll find artisan breads, freshly piped cannoli, an array of Italian pastries, irresistible filled donuts, and classic Italian coffee. Every bite and sip is a true taste of authentic Italian heritage.

As the saying goes, food brings people together, and it certainly did today. This wasn’t just a birthday celebration; it was a celebration of community, shared passion, and the simple joy of coming together.

Here’s to many more visits, more drives, and more moments like this with the IMSMC family.

Happy 1st Birthday, Delizioso!

Auto Italia 2026

Auto Italia, starting Saturday the 11th through to Monday the 13th, saw 67 members & family attend in one form or another over the weekend!

Our weekend began at the Pheasants Nest Foodary and we cavalcaded to the Mackay VC rest area for our traditional breakfast, Italian style. Added condiments from Joe Lecce & Anthony Vecchio were enjoyed by all (including the white anchovies!!).

We thank all who contributed, including cakes, biscotti & fresh coffee provided by Nina Stillone, Rosanna Cipri, Anna D'Aprile, Joe Serratore for sharing his wine, and the Di Rocco brothers for providing the Bialetti coffee for all. We thank, of course, those who assisted in setting up the “breakfast table”: Cate & Michael Stivala, Freda & Tony Albanese, and a special effort, as very early in the morning Tony Campisi from Fine Foods & Deli prepared 140 rolls.

Gerardo Mediati & Pat Marando made the effort of picking up this merchandise for all to enjoy.

A quick stop in Goulburn and off to the Weereewa rest area where we created a photo opportunity. From there we cavalcaded to our accommodation spots in Forrest, where we later met at the Ostani bar for lite refreshments. Later that night, 46 attendees enjoyed a 4‑course meal at Agostini’s ristorante!

Sunday morning, it was Auto Italia day. So much beautiful Italian machinery! Happy to report we picked up 3 awards:

Best historic 500: Amadeo DeCrea Best modern 500: Christian Cipri Auto Italia general manager award: Vince Fragomeli, 1969 1300 Lombardi.

At the conclusion of the Auto Italia event, many members opted for a rest or a quiet

beverage at the local bowling club (that’s different) and back to the Ostani bar for some. Later that same evening, we gathered at Bellucci ristorante for “another” fine meal! Certainly no shortage of food & delights for IMSMC!

Monday morning and it was “homeward bound” for the 19 x IMSMC cars. We decided to rename the Hume Highway to “Strada del Sole”... which is the name given to the major motorway that connects all the regions in Italy. The Italian cars dominated a long stretch of the Federal / Hume highways.

Happy to report, we all made it home safe & sound.

Kurmond Social

On Sunday the 29th of March, a group of 60 members and their families attended our Fiat 500 lunch to recognise our visitors from the Fiat 500 Club Italia, Alessandro Scarpa and Ana. Our day began at McGraths Hill McDonald’s, where we gathered to organise our cavalcade towards Kurmond Social Ristorante.

Nineteen historic Fiat 500s created a wonderful array of colours as we made our way through Windsor and Richmond, followed by a number of other Italian historic and modern beauties. Each car sparked curiosity from the public and brought smiles to everyone we passed.

On arrival, the featured model, La Cinquecento, had reserved parking right out the front of the restaurant. As traffic passed to and from Kurrajong, drivers tooted and honked in appreciation, with our display attracting plenty of attention.

We entered the venue, where refreshments and lunch were served. Between each course, we enjoyed speeches and presentations. Our good friend and member, Geoff Hall, made the trip from Canberra to participate in the IMSMC experience. He was presented with a Club Pennant from the Fiat 500 Club Italia by Alessandro Scarpa, in recognition of his special effort.

It was a fantastic day and a venue we will certainly visit again.

Long Lunch 2026

 The weekend of Saturday, 7 March, we held our annual long lunch at Gartlemann Wines in Lovedale. Our day began at our meeting place, McDonald’s Thornleigh, where we departed at 9:30am. We made one stop along the way, where we welcomed new member Mario Tripolone.

Most participants chose to drive their everyday vehicles, as the weather forecast predicted 25mm of rain and storms. Fortunately, the forecast did not eventuate, and we arrived at our destination comfortably and in good spirits.

Our experience began with wine tasting and a few purchases from the cellar door, followed by a delicious lunch. The staff provided excellent service throughout. A highlight for many was the seafood risotto, complemented by a special chilli preparation by Mr Anthony Vecchio.

Saturday evening was spent at the Cessnock Leagues Club, where a variety of activities and conversations were enjoyed by all. Joe Lecce kindly shared snacks with the group, adding to the friendly atmosphere.

After a well‑earned rest, a small group gathered for breakfast on Sunday morning, before heading home around 10:00am.

It was another wonderful weekend enjoyed by all participants. Thank you, everyone!

Annual Membership Card Collection Breakfast

Sunday the 8th of February saw 137 members and families attend our Annual Membership Card Collection Breakfast, held at Industrial Harvest in Eastern Creek. One by one, the Italian machines entered the car park, creating a wonderful assembly of Italian engineering. The rain did not keep members away, and they arrived with a fine appetite and a desire for a very good coffee (compliments of our Club!). The day began with a complimentary Prosecco, wishing everyone a Happy New Year. A quick address from our President, John Di Rocco, welcomed everyone and highlighted the number of events already planned for the New Year. It's going to be big!

The staff at the restaurant provided wonderful service, with everyone catered for in a very professional manner.

Our Club raffle created a “winning atmosphere,” with many prizes on offer. The funds raised will assist the Club in future subsidies and allow us to support charities throughout the year.

We look forward to a very active year, creating stronger bonds among our members and families.