What is BulldustNBack?
Non-stop fun exploring WA…
The BulldustNBack (BNB) Trial is a not-for-profit, four-day motoring adventure that leads drivers in wacky and wonderful old cars through WA’s outback, raising money for local children’s cancer and youth mental health charities.
For the last three years, we’ve covered some K’s!
The 2023 BNB took us from the start at Kojonup Sports Centre carpark to Mt Barker via Stirling Range Drive along goats tracks, gravel roads and lots of fun!
After overnighting at Mt Barker - where some of us dressed up as either Tina Turner or one of Barry Humphries personna’s - Friday breakfast was supplied by the Mt Barker College (thanks guys). We made our way to Mt Frankland lookout where we had a brilliant time with young JJ who just happened to come across us and created an amazing video which we proudly display on this site.
Making our way to Pemberton for Friday night’s accommodation and theme night of “CowPerson” (make of that as you will), several Sheriffs, poncho-bearers, and a multitude of ‘hats’ of every colour, size and shape, descended upon the scene - reminiscent of the Good, the Bad and the Ugly - where a poncho-bearing female Clint Eastwood even made an appearance! We even celebrated two xxxgenarian birthdays - Lew and Ross - Happy Birthday from all of us!
On Saturday we travelled to Collie via Boyup Brook, the Harvey Dickson CMC and a fun stop (Cubbine cup) to determine who was the most dextrous of us all! Fun and games aside we finally made it to Collie where we sported our favourite Footy team regalia and sang our teams’ songs!
Sadly, Sunday was our last day and we made our way to Fairbridge Village with a fun stop or two along the way and got there in time for lunch where prizes and awards were the theme of the day!
All in all we covered approx 1065 kms from Thursday to Sunday and had a ball every minute of the way!
All over for this year - apart from the catch-up on Sunday 1 October at the Hurlingham Playground 3-5pm where we will reminisce, swop stories and accept trophies and framed certificates to commemorate our fantastic, fabulous, fun-filled weekend!
…BUT, to give you some perspective, here’s some background history of this amazing event!
Our first BNB was in in 2019 and saw us adventure through Quairading, Kelleberrin, Dowerin, Wongan Hills, Moora and Gingin finishing up in New Norcia.
In 2020 we ventured south, into the Great Southern and Wheatbelt regions of WA’s - Collie, Wagin, Dryandra, Narrogin, Brookton - to name just a few - exploring our beautiful state and discovering local best-kept secrets.
2021 led us through Bridgetown, Harvey, Manjimup, Pemberton Donnybrook and Balingup discovering new friends and reuniting with old ones.
Just last year (2022) we took off from Merredin, then through Quairading, Jaurdi Station, Southern Cross, Moorine Rock, Hyden, and back to Quairading to finish the route. Great stops along the way, lots of fun and fellowship - in particular the Red Faces Night at Hyden! Who knew Bulldusters had so much talent - in particular Kit Leake and the 12 Bucket ladies! This year the BNB raised $117,000 for charitable institutions (well done Bulldusters!)
All routes are triple-tested to ensure the BNB remains exciting, fun and most of all, safe - consulting with local rangers and experienced drivers throughout the planning which usually starts a couple of weeks after the last one!
A registered nurse and a team of mechanics are present at all times, ready to provide support as required. But best of all, we scout unique areas and seek permission from local farmers to drive along their challenging dirt roads.
Exploring WA’s outback in crazy old vehicles, participants compete in games, enjoy sundowners, nature tours, parties, attractions and much, much, more! Our team of volunteers work tirelessly to plan four days jam-packed with fun - there is never a dull moment during the BulldustNBack!
Most importantly, BulldustNBack is a FUNdraiser, and proceeds go directly to local charities supporting young West Australians. The BNB team is made up entirely of volunteers, meaning no profits and no wages to be paid. The 2021 BNB raised over $90,000 for good causes and over $50,000 went into the local communities we visited en route!
driving for change…
BulldustNBack is unique because the proceeds go to worthy beneficiaries. It is much more affordable than other motoring events because we are focused on raising money for charities - NOT to make a profit! All costs are paid by participants (registration and levy) and go directly into making this event incredible - none of it goes in anyone’s pockets.
Tina’s x 2
Only 2 of the many Tina’s to show up on Friday night!
Rosco and Lew turn xx!
Footy theme night
Why should you choose BulldustNBack?
Drive for Change
We have put together exploration and fundraising into four days, jam packed with fun - and every cent raised goes straight to WA charities. It’s your chance to drive change in the community, all while you embark on the adventure of a lifetime!
explore wa
A once in a lifetime adventure - one of a kind - journeying to some beautiful spots in WA. You’ll weave through bush tracks and bumpy gravel roads that have rarely been driven on before. Our antidote to Covid - it’s time to discover WA!
help local charities
Proceeds of every BulldustNBack go to support mental health and kids cancer. But you can nominate your own favourite charity - there are so many to choose from, and you can even set up your own MyCause page where friends and family can donate to your cause direct. We’ll show you how.