Trip Preparation

Read the section below to check out our full car checklist. You will receive removable decals to add to your vehicle before we go - make sure you add them to your driver and passenger doors to give us the greatest impact on the road and promote the amazing thing you are doing for kids in need! Otherwise, once you've ticked off the vehicle checklist, just fill up the petrol tank, and make your way to our start point!

Vehicle Essentials

• Valid driver’s license

• Full tank of fuel 

• Spares as listed in the Variety Vehicle Guide

• Phone mount and car charger

Clothing and Personal Items

• Bash t-shirts or team outfits

• Casual daytime clothing (enough for 3 days)

• Costumes if you are creating a theme

• Warm jacket or hoodie for evenings

• Comfortable walking shoes

• Slides or thongs

• Hat and sunglasses

• Sleepwear

• Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, etc.)

• Hairbrush or comb

• Makeup and grooming items

• Medications 

• Sunscreen and insect repellent

• Reusable water bottle

• Day bag or small backpack

• Chargers for all devices

Hotel and Overnight Items

• Small laundry bag for used clothes

• Booking confirmations 

Food and Snacks

• Healthy snacks for the road (muesli bars, fruit, trail mix)

• Treats or lollies to share

• Water or hydration drinks

• Mints or chewing gum

And a Whole Lot of Team Spirit!

Before you hit the road, make sure you’ve reached your fundraising target. First-time Bash entrants need to raise a minimum of $5,000, while returning legends are aiming for $7,000 - every dollar goes towards helping Variety support kids living with disability, illness or disadvantage.

Not quite there yet? Now’s the time to rally the troops. Reach out to your mates, share your story, and remind them their support can make a real difference for a kid doing it tough. You’re nearly there — finish strong.

Need a hand? Give us a call on (03) 8698 3900. We’re here to help.

Meals, entertainment, nightly events, merchandise pack, decals adn more are covered under a Provisions Levy. The Provisions Levy is advised one month before the event and is approximately $400-$500 per adult and $300-$400 per child for meals.

Prior to the event you will receive an invitation to a Whats App group so we can communicate with you on the road.

Make sure you've downloaded the app on your phone, either by searching for Whats App on Apple App Store on your iPhone or Google Play on your Andriod device.

There are a few formalities to take care of before you hit the road. The motoring event team will send you medical and dietary forms amongst others. 

Make sure these have been submitted before the event.

All participants must have a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) to take part in the Variety Brats Bash. If you don’t already have one, you can apply for a free volunteer check through the Victorian Department of Justice website. Please note: your WWCC must be completed at least six weeks before the event, so be sure to get your application in early to avoid any delays.

1. Approved Tow Point NB: Leave toe-hitch at home. Leave pin in.
2. Operation of head lights
3. Operation of indicator

• Battery to be secured (bracket over top and bolted)

• Door panel & car number both front doors
• Front /Rear screen with car no. in fluro yellow on contrasting back 12 cm high
• Sponsors stickers (these will be provided)
• Seat belts for driver and all passengers
• Fire extinguisher to be fitted in cabin
• First aid kit – to Variety standard
• Cargo barrier - station wagons
• Loose items in the cabin secured
• Fitted UHF radio (must be in good working order) with external antenna. Not handheld.
• Speedo/trip meter (must be working)
• Windscreen (laminated)
• Operation of Wipers/Washers
• Operation of Horn
• Safety triangle & 2 hi visibility jackets

• Rear dust light to be mounted high (on roof rack if possible)
• Two spare tyres(inflated)
• Extra fuel (tank or jerry can) - Approved container orinstallation
• Operation of stop/tail lights
• Operation of indicator

• 5 litres engine oil
• Snatch Strap
• Basic tool kit
• 20 Litres of water
• Tyre Pressure Gauge
• Compressor or Pump on-board
• Jack, wheel brace and jack plate
• Sand Flag – to be fitted on vehicle for sand driving.

• Front suspension condition
• Rear suspension condition
• Steering Play
• Brake condition & operation
• Tyre tread depth & condition

We run our workshop days with plenty of time to correct any missing or non-compliant items on the checklist prior to the event.

We travel with several Mobile Workshop Crews, including a tow-truck. That means we’ve got highly experienced mechanics to assist you with any automotive issues you might run into on the road.