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AUTOPIA 28-29 March 2026
Download the flyer In conjunction with the 2026 Castlemaine State Festival. SATURDAY 28 MARCH – CRUISE $5 per person9.30am from Action Auto to Autoplex 35 Etty Street, CastlemaineModel Car Show + Automotive Art + Music + Coffee + Food Van SUNDAY 29 MARCH – SHOW ‘N SHINE $10 per vehicle | Gold coin donation public10.00am
Lew Bandt Ute
On 18 December 2025, Autoplex had the pleasure of welcoming two of Lewis Bandt’s grandsons – Brad Smith and Joseph Griffiths – to Castlemaine to inspect a replica of the 1934 Ford Coupe Ute designed by their grandfather Lewis [Lew] Bandt, now in the care of Autoplex. Brad recalled some fond memories of visiting his
CSAF New Name
Since we first started shaping our vision back in 2007, it has become evident that we are about far more than hot rods. The Mount Alexander Shire has an incredible array of specialist automotive businesses and trade skills that are worthy of celebration and, in 2025 the Board decided that it would be more fitting
Coffee Cruise 3rd Sunday of Month
Each third Sunday in the month [but always check] join fellow motoring enthusiasts for a cruise to a select location. Meeting time is around 9.30am for a 10.30am departure. The start location varies [always check] but default is from Autoplex 35 Etty Street, Castlemaine. The best source for up-to-date information is the Castlemaine Coffee Cruise