​Our inaugural event in September 2024 was a great success, covering areas that were new to many teams. After two long days filled with thrilling challenges, everyone crossed the finish line with smiles on their faces.

A massive thank you to all those who shared their experiences through emails, social media posts, photos, and write-ups in the Classic Rally Club magazine. Your enthusiasm and support mean the world to us!

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    Entry Link is in the entry section below

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New Dates:

For 2026 the Southern Cross will be swapping dates with our Sheep Station Rally with the Southern Cross event to be held on 12th & 13th September 2026.

Like our other 2026 events this will be a timed event as per our Competition Regulations with permits from AASA. For 2026, we have introduced a championship format with a unique scoring system and trophies for each event as well as for the overall championship.​

 

The Route:

The 2026 Southern Cross Reliability Trial is set to be a very special event on the Australian motoring calendar. Marking the 60th Anniversary of the first International Southern Cross Rally, this two-day navigational competition has been designed to pay tribute to one of the great names in our rallying history while giving modern crews the chance to experience a memorable weekend of roads, navigation, scenery and camaraderie.
 

More than three years of planning, research and route checking have gone into this years event. The route will take competitors from Goulburn to Wagga Wagga and back again, travelling through the lower highlands and across the southern tablelands. Along the way, crews will follow sections inspired by the original 1966 event, including parts of Division 2, creating a direct connection between the history of the Southern Cross and the 2026 reliability trial.

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Day 1 will take crews from Goulburn to Wagga Wagga through a mix of historic roads, country towns and classic New South Wales landscapes before arriving at Parc Ferme in Wagga Wagga. The route includes a small number of short, unsealed sections, some of which have been used previously in our other events and are known to be easily driven and in great condition. Much of the original route is now tarred, offering an enjoyable and scenic drive through country rich with motoring character.

Saturday evening in Wagga Wagga will include a social get-together and dinner, giving crews the opportunity to relax, catch up and enjoy the company of fellow competitors after the first day on the road.

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Day 2 will return crews to Goulburn on a full tarmac route, taking in new roads, fabulous scenery and enjoyable touring sections. First car in at the end of the event is expected at roughly 3:30pm.

 

Both days will include a lunch stop, and Sunday will also include an afternoon driver reviver to keep crews refreshed and on the job.

 

Some sections of this event will be timed. Please remember this is not a speed event. Anyone caught or timed speeding will be disqualified.

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Accommodation in Wagga Wagga

Accommodation is at each competitor’s own cost, with a wide range of options available from pub stays through to luxury hotels.

 

Friday night dinner
Dinner in Goulburn will again be held at the Paragon Café at each competitor’s own expense, with crews asked to confirm their attendance on the entry form.

Competition Levels:

• Pro: Navigational fully mapped with instructions. Competitors will need competent map & trial instruction reading skills.

• Pro Am: A mix of route charted instructions & basic mapped instructions. Competitors will need basic map, roamer & trial instruction reading skills.

• Pro Sport: Fully route charted with competition to suit all levels of skill.
   

Vehicles:

We welcome both modern and classic cars, with a special trophy for the highest-placed classic car.

 

For 2026:

We are excited to continue with the new elements from our events in 2025, such as the inclusion of Electric and Hybrid vehicles.

Also as permitted in our events is the use of GPS systems for all competitors. We've tested Waze, which has offline maps capability – a potential advantage in some areas.

 

Licensing:

Continuing from our 2024 and 25 events, as these events are conducted on open roads, AASA has again confirmed that all drivers will be required to hold a valid Australian driver's license with
No requirement for a speed or competition licence.

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Entries:

Entry Fee for this year is $440.00 per crew of two, with additional passengers at $70.00 per person. Entries open at 9:00am on Saturday 8th August, and entry spots are currently available.

Enter here: https://forms.gle/YmbbE4WyErMpd31t9

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We are excited to see you at the 2026 Southern Cross Reliability Trial. Your participation and enthusiasm are what make our events truly special. Let's make this event another memorable experience filled with camaraderie, competition, and the joy of driving. 

 

We look forward to seeing you on the road!​​