The Brisbane Jeep Club aims to
- promote goodwill, fellowship and social interaction between members
- encourage and develop camping and recreational activities promoting the conservation of the environment
- explore new destinations and enjoy the outdoors
- improve and develop driver skills and awareness
- promote safety both on and off-road
- educate, develop, teach and otherwise inform members in the proper handling and responsible attitude in the use of 4WD vehicles.
The Management Committee
President
Adrian Hughes
Occupation: Pipeline Engineer
Joined the BJC: July 2014
Experience: I started off with the BJC in 2014 with very little 4WD experience, however was taken under our member’s wings and have slowly built up my four wheel driving skills.
Vice-President
Leanne Mulheran
Occupation: Conference and Events Manager
Joined the BJC: February 2012
Experience: 4WD – average. For the first 3 years Leanne was happy to be a passenger in the black KK, or the photographer on trips, however in 2015
Treasurer
Monique Higgins
Occupation: Mortgage Broker
Joined the BJC: March 2017
Experience: 4WD – beginner. I love my jeep and it still puts a smile on my face every time I jump in the driver’s seat.
Secretary
Adam Langford
Occupation: Electrical Engineer
Joined the BJC: August 2015
Experience: 4WD – A bit over a year. This Jeep was my first true 4WD, so I am learning all the time.
Committee Member
Jackie Stone
Occupation: Quality, Environment & Sustainability Leader
Joined the BJC: August 2015
Experience: 4WD beginner. The Jeep is my daily drive. I’ve had a few off road drives but my partner loves to drive off road and I’m quite happy being a passenger. I do however intend to build on my 4WDing experience as I am definitely challenged on uncomfortable angles and very steep climbs.
Committee Member
Dane Enkera
Occupation: Cardiac Physiologist
Joined the BJC: July 2015
Experience: I started 4wding in 2013 in my D22 Navara, quickly realised it couldn’t do the type of 4wding I wanted to do, then I saw a Jeep in action!
Vehicle: 1998 XJ Cherokee Sport
Committee Member
Oscar Lister
Occupation: Production Manager
Joined the BJC: April 2015
Experience: I did a little 4wding in England (where I’m from) very tame stuff mostly in the snow. I bought a Ford Ranger when I moved to Brisbane and took it to Mt. Mee and Landcruiser Park a few times. I always wanted a Jeep as my family back in England have owned them since I was young. I bought a WJ Grand Cherokee in 2014 but didn’t really utilise it so bought a JK Wrangler Short wheelbase shortly after and haven’t looked back!
Adrian Hughes – President
Occupation: Pipeline Engineer
Joined the BJC: July 2014
Experience: I started off with the BJC in 2014 with very little 4WD experience, however was taken under our member’s wings and have slowly built up my four wheel driving skills. I am now a trip leader and will take trips from mild to wild!
Vehicle: 2013 Jeep Wrangler JKU Rubicon (named Polar) ARB front bar, custom rear bar, Poison Spyder Brawler Sliders, 3.5” Flexi lift with long travel Fox Shocks, 35” Nitto Trail Grapplers and much much more.
Favourite off-road locations: Janowen Hills 4WD Park and Landcruiser Mountain Park; Fraser Island and Double Island Point
Other hobbies/interests: Love the beach, camping, 4WD touring and wake boarding when my mates take me out at Somerset Dam!
Goals/vision: My goal for the club is to ensure all members and visitors are given the opportunity to wheel in some amazing places and to have the support and guidance they need to enhance their Jeeping experience.
Adam Langford – Secretary
Occupation: Electrical Engineer
Joined the BJC: August 2015
Experience: 4WD – A bit over a year. This Jeep was my first true 4WD, so I am learning all the time.
Vehicle: 2015 JKU Sport
Favourite off-road locations: Janowen Hills, The Springs
Other hobbies/interests: Camping, Paragliding (when I get back into it), Electronics, Photography
Goals/vision: To help out the club wherever possible.
Quote: Haven’t stalled this weekend yet…….Oh wait
Monique Higgins – Treasurer
Occupation: Mortgage Broker
Joined the BJC: March 2017
Experience: 4WD – beginner. I love my jeep and it still puts a smile on my face every time I jump in the driver’s seat.
Vehicle: JKU: Silver JK Sport -“Vixen”
Favourite off-road locations: Bribie Island, Landcruiser Mountain Park, Janowen Hills
Other hobbies/interests: Camping, love the beach, fishing, tennis, travelling and reading
Goals/vision: To keep the clubs finances in order and assist wherever else I can.
Dane Enkera – Committee Member
Occupation: Cardiac Physiologist
Joined the BJC: July 2015
Experience: I started 4wding in 2013 in my D22 Navara, quickly realised it couldn’t do the type of 4wding I wanted to do, then I saw a Jeep in action!
Vehicle: 1998 XJ Cherokee Sport
Favourite off-road locations: Glasshouse Mountains and Landcruiser Mountain Park
Goals/visions: Help BJC members to learn to wheel safely, and get the most out of their Jeep.
Jackie Stone – Committee Member
Occupation: Quality, Environment & Sustainability Leader
Joined the BJC: August 2015
Experience: 4WD beginner. The Jeep is my daily drive. I’ve had a few off road drives but my partner loves to drive off road and I’m quite happy being a passenger. I do however intend to build on my 4WDing experience as I am definitely challenged on uncomfortable angles and very steep climbs.
Vehicle: 2015 JKU Oscar Mike
Favourite off-road locations: I love the beach (Fraser or Moreton) and the bush (Landcruiser Park) but if I had to choose it would be the beach.
Other hobbies/interests: At the moment it’s getting in the Jeep and getting out and about, often. My family and I have been on at least 20 off road trips/camps over the past year, most of these with the BJC. We love it.
Goals/vision: Continuing to support and grow the family friendly, fun club that we initially joined. Keeping everyone safe out on the tracks and taking care of our beautiful environment.
Quote: Jeep owners can never get enough photos of their cars (so I am told).
Leanne Mulheran – Vice-President
Occupation: Conference and Events Manager
Joined the BJC: February 2012
Experience: 4WD – average. For the first 3 years I was happy to be a passenger in the black KK, or the photographer on trips, however in 2015 after my 17 year old daughter Courtney started 4wding, I thought it was best that I toughen up and get behind the wheel and learn how to 4wd.
Vehicle: 2016 Rubicon
Favourite off-road locations: Janowen Hills, Landcruiser
Other hobbies/interests: Camping , outdoor activities, movies, reading, traveling
Goals/vision: To ensure the BJC remains a great club by helping to organise awesome trips, social activities and events that cater to all of our members.
Quote: It just shows with a capable car and a great spotter, anyone can 4wd.
Oscar Lister – Committee Member
Occupation: Production Manager
Joined the BJC: April 2015
Experience: I did a little 4wding in England (where I’m from) very tame stuff mostly in the snow. I bought a Ford Ranger when I moved to Brisbane and took it to Mt. Mee and Landcruiser Park a few times. I always wanted a Jeep as my family back in England have owned them since I was young. I bought a WJ Grand Cherokee in 2014 but didn’t really utilise it so bought a JK Wrangler Short wheelbase shortly after and haven’t looked back!
Vehicle: 2015 JKU Sport
Favourite off-road locations: LCMP, Fraser Island, GHM
Goals/Visions: To help where possible keep the club on it’s current path-welcoming, fun and safe for all new and current members regardless of their (or their Jeep’s) capabilities.