The Australian Recreational Motorists Association (ARMA) was founded in late 2018 by a group of passionate recreational motorists. Recognising the lack of representation for those enjoying public lands, ARMA was officially incorporated in September 2019 under NSW Fair Trading and is a not-for-profit organisation registered for GST.
No. All committee members are volunteers. The only financial reimbursement allowed is for approved expenses, as outlined in the Constitution.
Trustees:
Do not vote on daily operations
May trigger a re-election of the Committee (unanimously) if ARMA strays from its purpose
Are not fixed for life; they can resign and be replaced
Membership is open to:
Individuals and families
Constituted clubs and associations
Any club involved in:
4WD, touring, trail biking, vintage cars, hot rods
Activities that require a registered vehicle for access (e.g., horse riding, hiking, fossicking)
Corporate or for-profit Associate Members
Facebook-only groups are not eligible unless they become registered entities.
No. ARMA complements other groups. We aim to unite all recreational motorists under a single national voice, not replace existing associations.
Vision:
To be the national voice for all recreational motorists, preserving access to public lands.
Mission:
Ensure access and fairness in public land use
Support members through partnerships with landowners, government, and industry
Create financial stability and offer meaningful member benefits
As defined by the ATO:
No profits can be distributed to members
All funds go back into supporting ARMA’s mission and services
Members may be reimbursed for expenses, but not profited from association membership
Member affiliation fees (scaled by group size)
Grants and sponsorships
Referral commissions on select services/products
For affiliated clubs:
Public Liability
Management & Association Liability (incl. Professional Indemnity)
Personal Accident Cover during ARMA/club activities
Note: This does not replace your personal vehicle insurance.
Only if they are a member of a constituted ARMA-affiliated club.
Yes. We offer:
Financial statements
Minutes of meetings (on request)
Strategic documents (published when finalised)
Only confidential working drafts are kept internal.
Full membership from the Queensland Four Wheel Drive Association
Associate membership with the Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association
We’re actively building alliances with other peak bodies representing all recreational motorists.
Yes. Clubs with:
5–100 members = 1 delegate
+1 delegate for every additional 100 members (up to 5 total)
Delegates must be financial members of their club and of ARMA.
Delegates:
Can vote on matters at General Meetings
May appoint a proxy if they cannot attend
Both must be financial and nominated before the meeting.
No. Only formally constituted and registered groups/clubs may join or access ARMA’s insurance.
Facebook groups can:
Become incorporated
Or direct individuals to join affiliated ARMA clubs
ARMA is a community-focused organisation that advocates for public land access and protects the rights of recreational users across Australia.
