News
THE PRESIDENT'S PRATTLE - March 2010
13 March 2010
The weather was much kinder to us for the last meeting, treating us to a great evening for the BBQ. Many thanks to the Social Committee for putting on a great spread. Bev Morrison was back with us and at the work bench, thanks Bev and good to have you with us. Thanks again John Fletcher for bringing the trailer with the BBQ plates and gas.
The crowds of the annual pilgrimage to our beautiful town have receded just in time for us to cope with the humidity of February. Some say it gets too busy with the holiday
makers at this time of year but I think it is good that everyone wants to come to our town to enjoy what we have all year round.
We have a busy year coming up with plenty of events to choose from and John Fletcher has received a couple of requests to programme some pleasant Sunday drives to anywhere where we could have a picnic lunch at the destination. This will encourage those who like to drive their vehicles to get them out of their respective garages show them off on the road. If you know of a pleasant drive to a nice relaxing destination for lunch, please speak with John as most of us will probably know of at least one or two good ideas.
To all our members on the not so well list I wish you a speedy recovery.
Take good care of yourselves. See you soon.
Peter
Precis of Club Executive Committee Meeting
13 March 2010
Precis of Club Executive Committee Meeting
The meeting was held at the home of Peter & Michelle Cole at Failford. Those attending were
Peter Cole, Peter Darbin, Chris Goodsell, Ross Humphries, John Fletcher and Ray Sonter. Bernie King and Michelle Cole attended for a short time to discuss the Social Committee.
A summary of discussions had and decisions made were:
Social Committee funds to be run through club bank account. The treasurer to make available funds to purchase needed materials. A memo record to be maintained by the treasurer of SC funds.
All runs listed in the magazine are considered club runs and conditionally registered cars may attend.
Peter Cole to prepare a draft acknowledgement of conditional registration rules to be signed by members obtaining conditional registration
No qualifying period is needed to obtain conditional registration following the joining of the club
Mid Week Runs-where we are going to a venue that needs numbers attending prepayment of the meal and or entry will be required no later than the monthly meeting prior to the event. Run organizer will be responsible for collection of monies.
Life membership-the following are guidelines that must be met on top of those listed in the
Constitution: The following to be discussed at a general meeting
*Minimum 5 years membership
*Held a position or been on a committee within the club
*An active attendee at club events
*Active volunteer within the club
*Application to be reviewed by the Executive Committee. The Committee's support required.
Club's finances discussed in detail. While we are in a strong position now, this has to be reviewed regularly. Costs are escalating and have to be held in check. A further committee meeting to be held in
October to consider members fees for 2011.
John Fletcher said his trailer, used by the club is deteriorating. He suggested a sinking fund to
buy a club trailer in 2 years
Mid Coast Ford Motorfest to be held on the long weekend in June. Wally
Spychalla is willing to support the event. Ray Sonter is the contact.
EVENTS EVENTS EVENTS - March to May 2010
13 March 2010
Wed 3rd March Club general meeting at HQ.
Sun 7th Run to Crowdy Head Beach BYO picnic lunch & Furniture meet Rock Pool 10.30am organiser Chris Goodsell Ph 6557 6535.
Sat 13th Tea Gardens Motorfest, entry is $10 John Fletcher needs to know who is attending so car space can be booked for attending members, meet at rock pool 7.30am ph 6557 6535.
Sat 13th Tuncurry Race Day meet at rock pool 11.00am Note: Entry by pre purchased Ticket $12 race club members $17 non members. There are no arrangements for a classic car show or parking recommendation use family car if attending. Organiser Judy Smith Ph 6554 6498
Tues 16th Midweek run organisers Ron & Jenny Pulling meet at their home 9.30am they are supplying morning tea but bring a mug, they need to know numbers attending, ph 6554 3442 BYO a picnic lunch there will be a mystery tour after M/T and returning to the Pulling's home for lunch. Bring a line if you're into fishing off their Wharf.
Sat. 20th Bulahdelah Classic Car & Motorcycle Show. Entry $15 per car trophies, markets, rock n roll bands, fun park rides, twilight open air movie. Meet rock pool 7.30 am Organiser John Fletcher Ph 6557 6535
Sun 21st Breakfast run to Wallabi Point depart Rock Pool 7.30am. Org John Fletcher Ph 6557 6535.
Wed 24th Social Committee dinner at Lake House restaurant Little St Forster Chinese
Banquet cost $25 per head payment in advance ref. Cliff Stockley Ph6555 9807
Thurs 25th Coffee Run to Laurieton cafe TBA. Organiser John Fletcher 6557 6535.
Sat-Sun 27 & 28th Kurri Kurri Nostalgia Festival Street Show and Shine, car entry fee prebooked $10 on day $15. Sat US muscle car display open to 100 cars only. Sunday open for up to 400 entries of all makes of classic cars. Things to visit winery, Hunter gardens and other various tours with rock n roll events at extra costs. Individual event make you own way and arrangements.
Fri 2nd to 5th April Bush Council Rally Wagga Wagga individual entry make own arrangements.
Wed 7th Club general meeting at HQ 7.00pm.
Tues 20th Midweek run BYO - M/T & chairs etc. to Moorland then onto Lawn Valley Macadamia Farm for lunch. Cost $15 per head includes desert macadamia ice cream. Meet at Rockpool at 9:30. NB Lunch payment in advance Organiser Brian Payne Mb 0422 307 120
Thurs 29th Coffee Run to Lakes Boat House Cafe Tiona meet at the rock pool 9.30am John Fletcher
Sat May 1st Wings, Wheels & Wine Festival , this is an individual choice and you make own arrangements. Organiser Mudgee Aero Club Ph 6372 1020
Fri 30th April - 2nd MayHat Head Rally - Kempsey Maclean Auto Restorers Club, GLHAC club members to make own accommodation arrangements, Entry forms available from John Fletcher , group travel arrangements TBA.
Sun 2nd May 2010 Euro Motorfest Newcastle, organiser Hunter Region MG Club Peter Currie Ph 4975 1759 GLHAC members to make own arrangements.
Wed 5th May Club general meeting at HQ 7.00pm.
Sun 16th National Heritage Day all roads lead to Historic Dungog , depart from rock pool at 7.30am to Terra Cottage Gallery & Cafe Stroud for M/T, arrive 9.30.am. Cost TBA. Depart at 10.15am to Dungog. Lunch BYO or purchase, Park & Club BBQ's available. GLHAC club along with a number of other clubs will be taking part in a street display from 11.00am until 2.00pm
Tues 18th Midweek Run Big Morning Tea for Cancer appeal details TBA, organiser Social Committee.
Thurs 27th Coffee Run to Bulahdelah details TBA meet rock pool 9.00am John Fletcher Ph 6557 6535.
Sun 30th All Fords Day Eastern Creek individual members to make own arrangements to attend.
Management team for 2010
1 February 2010
Club Founders: Chris Goodsell (Life member), Allen Curtis
& Col McDonald
CLUB MANAGEMENT FOR 2010
PRESIDENT PETER COLE 65543160
VICE PRESIDENT PETER DARBIN 65545052
SECRETARY CHRIS GOODSELL 65537301 / 0414945393 mob
TREASURER ROSS HUMPHRIES 65552293
PLATES REGISTRAR JOHN AMATO 65557922
ASSIST REGISTRAR RAY SONTER 65575567
EVENTS CO-ORDINATOR JOHN FLETCHER 65576535
ASS/EVENTS CO-ORDINS KEN McDONALD 65547907/ 0438283665
CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT, VICE PRESIDENT, SECRETARY, TRESURER & EVENTS CO-ORDINATOR
RAY SONTER 65575567
PUBLICITY OFFICER BRIAN PAYNE 65574938
PUBLIC OFFICER CHRIS GOODSELL Email address
MAGAZINE EDITOR CHRIS GOODSELL goodsell@pnc.com.au
HON. AUDITOR GEORGE WILSON 65537987
CLUB LIBRARIAN HARVEY HAWORTH 65545015
REGALIA OFFICER PETER MORRISON 65556080
CLUB CHAPLAIN DENIS BURNS 49559529 / 0404803970 mob
CLUB PHOTOGRAPHER BRIAN PAYNE 65574938
RAFFLE CO-ORDINATORS DAVID & LAURA NEVILLE 65502366
CLIFF STOCKLEY 65559807
WEB MASTER RON PULLING 65543442
WEBSITE http://carclubs.shannons.com.au/greatlakeshistoric
SUPPER CO-ORDINATORS BRIAN & JUDY PAYNE 65574938
SOCIAL COMMITTEE PETER & BEV MORRISON 65556080
BERNIE & CAROL KING 65575946
CLIFF STOCKLEY 65559807
MICHELLE COLE 65543160
EASTER RALLY DIRECTOR DAVID KELVIN 65592242/0407106616 mob
LIFE MEMBERS CHRIS GOODSELL
RAY SONTER
PETER DARBIN
PAST LIFE MEMBERS BOB BURNS (Dec'd)
DON SINCLAIR (Dec'd)
SHARE a RECIPE
13 March 2010
PORK CHOPS with SPICED APPLES
(Gwen Batchelor)
4 loin pork chops - well trimmed 2 tablespoons raisins
1 teaspoon of cinnamon salt to taste
3 granny smith apples 1 teaspoon all spice
2 teaspoons honey.
Preheat oven to 220C. Place chops in a baking dish. Peel and cut apples into wedges.
Place on top of pork, scatter with raisins, all spice & cinnamon.
Season with salt and drizzle with honey.
Cover tightly with foil, place in oven & cook for about 30 minutes.
Nice served with baked veges. Serves four.
Cook pasta, wash spinach, remove stalks, chop finely: remove seeds from chilli, cut into slices
Heat oil in pan, add crushed garlic, capsicum, onion, chilli, pork/bacon
Add spinach and cook further 2 minutes, stir well
Add parmesan cheese, season with salt and pepper
Mix lightly through pasta.
Breakfast Run to Coomba ParkSunday 17 January 2010
13 March 2010
Breakfast Run to Coomba Park
Sunday 17 January 2010
I'll have to report on this run second hand as I wasn't there, but from all accounts it was a beauty. Our inaugural run for 2010 was held in perfect Summer weather. Some of the Christmas/new year crowds had gone home making the event more enjoyable. Those attending were:
1929 Austin 7 Meteor Cliff Stockley
1931 Model A Ford John & Jan Amato
1939 Ford V8 (24582H) Graham Smith
1954 MG Magnette (29610H) David Kelvin
1954 Ford Zephyr Bruce & Cheryl Burton
1954 Studebaker (29613H) Max & Judy Smith
1958 Stdebaker President Peter & Michelle Cole
1961 Singer Gazelle (24309H) Brenda & John Fletcher
1963 Mini Traveller (21005H)Bruce & Irene Hall
1964 Plymouth Fury Dick & Marcia Fancourt
1971 MGB Hal & Jan Paemaa
1974 MGB (24306H) Ken & Pat McDonald
1976 Holden HJ Percy Newman
& Peter Lancaster
1987 Porsche 911 Nick Thompson
2000 Holden Jackaroo Paul & Lorraine Clark
Pat McDonald had her maiden drive of the 'B', and from all accounts passed with flying colours. Breakfast was enjoyed at Coomba. A fun day and good start to club events in 2010.
Chris Goodsell
IMPORTANT NOTICES - Info your need to know
7 October 2009
PLEASE NOTE: There are 3 IMPORTANT NOTICES ..... Please scroll down to review:
1. Regarding Run Sheets for club runs
2. Club Telegraph
3. Historic Vehicle Policy
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1. IMPORTANT NOTICE - July 09
Whoever organises a run is responsible for the run sheet (ie bringing it along). Individual members are responsible for putting their names and car details on the sheet. If your name is not on the sheet you WILL NOT appear in the magazine as having attended.
It is the responsibility of the mid week run organiser to supply the run sheet for the mid week run then pass the folder on to the organiser of the next mid week run. Also they should collect any money required on the day. Again, individual members are responsible for placing their name and car details on the run sheet.
It is important that these few simple rules are adhered to. Thank you for your
support???..
2. CLUB TELEGRAPH
In our March meeting concern was raised at the lack of important information being circulated quickly throughout our membership. To remove this situation the following members (who volunteered) will be responsible for disseminating information to fellow members.
RAY SONTER......................TONY RYAN AlAN PRICE..........................MEMBERS A-B DAVID KELVIN ATHOL WHITE.....................MEMBERS C-EWARREN BROWN FRANK THOMPSON.............MEMBERS F-K
CHRIS GOODSELL..............GRAHAM SMITH PETER MORRISON...............MEMBERS L-OCLIFF STOCKLEY KEN MCGOWAN..................MEMBERS P-RBRUCE HALL PERC NEWMAN...................MEMBERS SROSS HUMHPRIES BERNIE KING.......................MEMBERS T-Y
The two member teams can decide amongst themselves who they will ring.Thank you for your support in this matter.
PLEASE KEEP THIS LIST HANDY
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3. IMPORTANT NOTICE
HISTORIC VEHICLE POLICY APRIL 2002
1. BACKGROUND
1.1. This policy has been produced by the Roads and Traffic Authority (RTA) in conjunction with the Council of Motor Clubs, the Council of Heritage Motor Clubs NSW, the Old Motoring Club, the XW-XY Falcon Owners Club, the Classic Italian Motorcycle Club and the Velocette Owners Club.
1.2. The RTA registers historic vehicles under the Conditional Registration scheme, which provides the vehicle with limited access to the road network and Compulsory Third Party insurance cover. Historic vehicles registered under this scheme are exempt from the payment of stamp duty, motor vehicle tax and national charges.
1.3. Conditional registration is only an option for historic vehicles if the registered operator of the vehicle is a member of an RTA recognised historic vehicle Club and the vehicle's use of the road network is restricted.
2. ELIGIBILITY
2.1. An historic vehicle must be 30 years of age or older as from the year of manufacture.
2.2. Vehicles must be as close to original condition as possible, with NO alterations except for safety features such as seat belts and turn indicators or period accessories and options, if desired.
2.3. The registered operator must be a member of an RTA recognised historic vehicle Club. Proof of Club membership must be provided to the RTA prior to establishing or renewing conditional registration.
3. VEHICLE ROADWORTHINESS
3.1. A vehicle operating under the scheme must be declared roadworthy by:
§ a Safety Inspection Report (pink slip) issued by an Authorised Inspection Station examiner; or .
3.2. If the Club is over 2 years old, the authorising member must hold relevant mechanical knowledge.
§ a Club Declaration of Roadworthiness issued by a member of the Club
4. VEHICLE USE
4.1. Vehicles can only be used for events organised by their Club, another Club or recognised community organisations provided an official invitation has been received and documented by the Club in the official minutes, or the official 'Day Book'.
4.2. Vehicles can also be used on a road or road related area for the following reasons:
§ For servicing within a short distance from their place of garaging;§ For the inspection of the vehicle;
4.3. If a longer journey is necessary, the member must notify the Club Secretary so that they can enter the details in the Club's official 'Day Book' or minutes.
4.4. Any Club member wishing to use their vehicles for the carriage of persons to or from a wedding or reception should first check their legal obligation under the Passenger Transport Act 1990 with the Taxi & Hire Car Bureau of the Department of Transport, Parramatta on (02) 9689 8888. The Club must also authorise the use of the vehicle for this purpose.
4.5. Vehicles must display conditional registration number plates and a current registration label.
4.6. Name bars may be affixed to the number plate provided the positioning of the name bar does not obscure the number plate.
5. CONDITIONS
5.1. Historic vehicles registered under the conditional registration scheme are subject to the following conditions of operation:
§ ?Registered operator must be a member of an authorised motoring club.?§ ?Use only in conjunction with an authorised club event or maintenance.?
5.2. Other conditions may be applied as required.
5.3. The Certificate of Approved Operations, detailing the conditions applicable to the operation of the vehicle, must be carried in the vehicle whenever the vehicle is used on a road or road related area.
6. GENERAL
6.1. Motor cars, tourers and limousines can only carry one person per seating position. Seat belts must be worn, where fitted. Buses can carry only 7 passengers except for special events and with specific approval from the RTA.
6.2. This policy applies to NSW Clubs. All members must be financial members and be NSW residents.
6.3. Vehicles registered under the scheme may operate temporarily in other states and territories, under the same conditions as apply in NSW. Temporarily is considered to be 3 months continuously.
6.4. Interstate vehicles (operating under a similar scheme in their home state/territory) may be driven in NSW if they legally comply with the rules and Regulations of their permit/registration.
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SPECIAL MOMENTS With Bev McGowan
13 March 2010
MARCH BIRTHDAYS
Happy Birthday to
Louise Beales, Michael Elderfield, Irene Hall, Pat McDonald,
Daphne O'Brien, Hal Paemaa, Jenny Pulling,
Ray Sonter, Melanie Watters.
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Wedding Anniversaries for the Month
Congratulations to All
Pat & Colleen Darbin, David & Denise Kelvin, Alan & Pat Price,
SAYING OF THE MONTH
Treat others the way you would like to be treated.
SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS
11 May 2009
Businesses that advertise in our magazine save you money and support our Club It keeps our annual fees down. PLEASE support those sponsors who advertise over businesses that don't-thank you.
OUR WONDERFUL SPONSORS ARE :
MID COAST SMASH REPAIRS......NRMA VINTAGE & VETERAN INSURANCE......STAN KURTZ AUTO RADIATOR SERVICE & REPAIRS......A.C.E MECHANICALS......GREEN ENGINEERING......PEPS AUTO SPARES......TENTERFIELD COURTYARD CAFÉ.......BILLABONG EVENT HIRE
THANK YOU ?
A Thought from The Chaplain
13 March 2010
Don't be fenced in!!!
One of the few creatures on earth that can out-jump Michael Jordon is the Impala. This is an African deer with a supercharged spring. It has a vertical leap of over 2 metres and can broad jump over 9 metres. You would think that the zoos of the world would find it impossible to keep such an animal enclosed.
Not so! It's rather easy. Because the experts discovered
something about the Impala. It will not jump unless it can see where it is
going to land. Therefore, a solid wall even less than 2 metres tall is a sufficient
enclosure.
Sometimes I'm like the Impala wanting to know exactly where and how I will 'land'. But life isn't always like that is it? We often have to take chances, risks?.sometimes simply trust. One of my recent prayers is that God will encourage me to be more of a risk taker. We are designed, like the Impala, to really jump/make a difference to our world and those around us. Don't let anything fence you in!
Safe traveling
Denis
MINUTES OF MONTHLY MEETING HELD ON WEDNESDAY 2nd December 2009
1 February 2010
MONTHLY MEETING OF
THE GREAT LAKES HISTORIC AUTOMOBILE CLUB INC.
HELD AT THE FORSTER COASTAL PATROL
ON WEDNESDAY 2 DECEMBER 2009
Meeting opened: 7.35pm
Chair: Peter Cole
Bernie King reported on Bev Morrison's condition. She is now in a general ward after spending a month in intensive care. Still unable to speak at this stage, but indicates an awareness of Peter's presence. Ray Sonter and John Fletcher reported on Keith Batchelor. He is now making good progress after his fall. Hopes to be home within a week
Attendance: 50 members & 2 visitors
Apologies: Denis Burns, George Wilson, John Amato, Paul Clarke, Ron Pulling, Peter Eaton, Ruth West, Dennis Lawler, Robert Hornby, Michael Elderfield, Peter & Bev Morrison, Keith Batchelor
Visitors: David Quirk & Dennis Speirs
New members: David Quirk moved P Cole seconded R Sonter carried, Dennis Spears moved R Sonter seconded C Goodsell carried
Minutes of the previous meeting: as per the magazine moved C Goodsell second J Fletcher carried
Business arising: nil
Correspondence in: 1)Festival of Flight invite, 2)Invite to Tocal field Day Ute Muster 3)Earlyn Tea Gardens - promo letter 4)Club Listing Car Clubs Australia. com 5)Shannons Auction brochure, 6)Datsun 120Y for sale, 7)SodaBlast promo, 8)Leon Freeman resignation, 9)Alf Scotting resignation 10)Mirvac Hotel promos 11)RTA error in Conditional registration, 12)Gosford swap, 13)Careflight Newsletter, 14)MotorClassica Information 15)Seventeen club mags moved C Goodsell seconded D Kelvin carried
Correspondence out: nil
Treasurers report & accounts for payment: see magazine moved R Humphries second B Yarnold
Events report John Fletcher reported on *Upcoming inspection day at John Amato's, will finish by 9am, *Christmas Presentation Dinner (Bernie King), *Christmas Get Together & Golf Day at the Goodsell's. *Wednesday 16/12 BBQ & Christmas Lights Tour. *28/1/10 Coffee Run 9.30am Rockpool - gazetted as a club run. *17/1 Breakfast Run to Coomba Park
*26/1 Australia day at JWP alsom NRMA Motorfest in Sydney. John and Ken received no comment on the events calendar, they are now further developing it. Possibility of 5 weekends away in 2010. If supported by members
Vehicle movements 2/12/09 29610H Hallidays Point to Taree & return - mechanicals,
3/12/09 Hallidays Point to Firefly & return - bodywork. 11/11/09 24508H Old Bar to Taree and return rego check
Members spot: *John Fletcher reported on Ethanol in petrol. Most commentaries strongly suggest fuel with Ethanol is not suitable for older cars. John listed a number of precautions to take if you intend using E10. John is having the Falcon's motor rebuilt. to accommodate E10. He also advised having won an award at the Mid Coast Ford 'All Ford Day'. *A number of other members spoke on problems with E10. *Warren Brown spoke about the RTA and recall of B&W number plates. *Peter Cole reported that if your valuable B&W number was stolen it colud be replaced by the RTA but then would be flagged as 'stolen'. You could then have a problem with the police. *Frank Thompson reported on a major engine failure with his Nissan Patrol. No support given by Nissan. *Tony Ryan was very unhappy with the 'Pressos Prattle' he thought it a cheap shot at those who had disagreed with the new conditional registration rules. *Chris Goodsell reported he has spent thousands on making the Royal Old Bar Golf Course worse.
General business:*Brian Payne sought volunteers for the Supper Roster. *Tony Ryan Spoke about LPG on conditionally registered cars. The RTA states it is OK provided declaration is signed by the club. *Rod Scott-Young thanked the club executive for the job they have done. *Raffle won by John Daniel, Bruce Yarnold & Harvey Haworth
Meeting closed: 8.19pm
Road Ramblings
13 March 2010
Another car that has reached late middle age is the much maligned Chevrolet Corvair. The car consumer rights advocate Ralph Nader once called 'Unsafe at any speed' because of its dangerous steering column and dodgy handling. The Corvair is turning 50. The Chevrolet Corvair was a car produced by the Chevrolet division of GM between 1960-1969 . The Corvair was offered in a wide range of body styles, including four-door sedans , two-door coupes, convertibles and station wagons. The Corvair was discontinued in May 1969 due to plummeting sales. A variety of factors contributed to the model's 96-percent drop in sales from 1965 to the last 1969 models. The Corvair faced increasing competition from the Ford Mustang and other Pony Cars. Chevrolet built 1.8million Corvairs over the car's production life but history has ruled this revolutionary rear engined car a 'lemon'. There are a few preserved examples in Australia but they are few and far between and now very collectible. Safe motoring and God bless. Chris
Australia Day Outing Tuesday 26 January 2010John Wright Park Tuncurry
13 March 2010
The Australia Day display of GLHAC vehicles which was held in John Wright Park was well attended by our members, and was also supported by members of other Clubs. Ron Pulling was on the ball and counted the total vehicles on the field and advised me that the roll up was in the order of 53 vehicles at the time he counted. As usual the number floats as some vehicles left very early and other vehicles arrived later.
Michelle and I thought we would arrive early at about 7.45 am but we were well beaten by about half a dozen early risers. Ray Sonter was an early starter and was assisting the SES with the barricades used for traffic control . Also, Peter Darbin had arrived early, ensured the Park was OK for us with no hassals to be addressed, left his Caddy and went back to get his Zephyr. Thanks Ray and Peter for getting there early to set up. When things settled down a little Ray picked up Keith and Gwenda Batchelor in their 1965 falcon. It was also great to see Bev Morrison with us for the day. John Fletcher arrived with his trailer containing the Gazebos. John was not well at all and went home after the gazebo was erected, well almost. He commenced to erect his own gazebo which I thought was a lovely gesture for Brenda's comfort , but then the gazebo was placed over the Singer to keep it in the shade. Well Brenda, you know exactly where you are placed in John's hierarchy of needs.
The weather was very warm but bearable due to the very light breeze off the water. Rotary arrived and set up their tents and BBQs ready to cater for the lunch time onslaught. The entertainment arrived and the show was on. Once again the roll up of vehicles was varied this time with more Jags than MGBs.
The Flag raising ceremony in the park which was attended by the Mayor of Forster was held about 1.45pm. This was missed by many of the owners of the vehicles as they had apparently had enough of the heat and had left the field early. All in all a well attended and successful day was had by all who attended. Peter Cole
1929 Chrysler Dick & Pauline Cawley
1948 Morris 8 (21007H) Harvey & Roz Haworth
1952 Hudson Kevin Hickling
1953 Ford Zephyr Bruce & Cheryl Burton
1957 Jaguar Mk1 (24286H) Harvey & Roz Haworth
1958 Jaguar XK150 Harold Rowe
1958 MG Magnette(21058H) Peter & Bev Morrison
1959 Ford Zephyr (20518H) Peter & Margaret Darbin
1961 Studebaker Hawk Peter & Michelle Cole
1961 Singer Gazelle (24309H) Brenda & John Fletcher
1962 Dodge Phoenix (29605H) Judy Smith
1964 Plymouth Fury Dick & Marcia Fancourt
1965 Ford Falcon XP(24289H) Keith & Gwenda Batchelor
1966 Ford Falcon XP Rod & Rod Scott-Young
1966 Holden HR Dave & Laura Neville
1970 BMW (24312H) Ron & Jenny Pulling
1970 MGB Bernie & Carol King
1970 Cadillac Deville Peter & Margaret darbin
1973 Jaguar XJ6 (29615H)Peter Lancaster
1974 MGB (24306H) Ken & Pat McDonald
1978 Holden (29613H) Max Smith
1979 Holden Premier Perc Newman
1993 Toyota Celica Col O'Brien
2002 Nissan Pulsar Ray & Val Sonter
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Ken & Bev McGowan
Events -- New Directions by John Fletcher Events Co-ordinator
3 February 2009
Events New Directions - John Fletcher Events Co-ordinator
This year the event happenings are undergoing change, I hope for the better as a team of four are reviewing the clubs activities. Your team is John Fletcher, Ken McDonald, Peter Darbin and Brian Payne all are committed not only doing the job well but also are keen to try some new innovations rather than do as was done before. With changes there is always reaction we hope in a positive sense but if there is a need for any criticism because it's not working, then let it be constructive, seeking improvement rather than beer grumbling. All event committee members are approachable, so if there is problems talk to one of us, by the way good feedback is also helpful for continued planning.
Change one; No more little bits of paper issued just before an event. All events must be planned three months in advance so full details can be published in the Exhaust Notes, on the clubs web site, and on the twelve monthly calendar that will be on display at each general meeting. In this month's Exhaust Notes issue, have a look at the first page ?EVENTS IN DETAIL? producing event detail in this matter means the information is available for continued easy review by the members. You will note a team leader is nominated so should a member require special needs or consideration to attend the event you know who to contact.
Change two; TEAM LEADERS at the last meeting there was a strong response on the question of Sunday events that were not just static displays and also breakfast runs. There was a negative response when a question was put looking for event organisers. Because this request is distasteful in future Team Leaders will be sourced. A Team Leader is one who may have an event concept. He/she could approach the event committee and with the committee plan and work out the logistics, then have the event added on to the calendar. NB a Breakfast Cryptic de tour of Forster - Tuncurry has been added so all we need is for TEAM LEADERS to come forward for future events.
Change Three; A form has been established requesting member's mobile phone numbers, e-mail addresses and if a CB Radio is available. Future planning of driving events may mean cars will be arranged in groups for different departure times. The groups could be Rev Heads, Petrol Heads, Cobbs Coaches and Stanley Steamers who joins which group will be sorted out later. CB Radio and mobile phones will be used for journey communication. The e-mail address is a form of quick broadcasting communication with members if required, should an event have to be changed for some reason. So please enter your details as you may be the who one needs help on an event.
Change Four; Some events require Team Leaders to collect funds to cover costs for lunches etc. There will be an appropriate form of collection implemented to record these actions and when necessary a ticket receipt will be issued to the member. Lunch monies if required to be group paid on behalf of the Members, is to be paid to the Team Leader on arrival at the assembly location.
Happy and safe motoring to all our members and especially to the future TEAM LEADERS.
A Brief History of the Great Lakes Historic Automobile Club Inc
7 October 2009
Well in the beginning, in a previous life I was a bank manager with the State Bank of NSW. I was transferred in late 1991 from manager Coffs Harbour to manage the Bank's then Tuncurry Branch (yes there was more than one bank in Tuncurry at that time, four actually). In Coffs I had been vice president of the Coffs Harbour Veteran & Vintage Car Club, and had my 1961 Bedford coach and 1952 AEC Regal bus on their plates. I and my family enjoyed many wonderful activities with the Coffs Club. They were a great group of people.On my arrival in the Great Lakes I found no classic car club. I got together with local car identities Allen Curtis and Col McDonald and suggested to them that there was a need for a Club locally.My expertise was the legal, constitutional and formation aspects of forming a club while Allen and Col had the local knowledge of those who might make up our formation membership, not to mention between them owning some thirty or forty cars.Our first meeting was held at the Curtis Collection in December 1991, our first run to One Mile Beach in January in 1992. Perusing our first membership list, foundation members still in the club are John Amato, Dick Cawley, John Daniel, Peter Darbin, and myself. The foundation membership contained twenty seven names Over the fifteen years since inception the Club has had four presidents, Col McDonald, Ron Taaffe and Bob Burns, and our current incumbent Ray Sonter. There has been three treasurers - Garry Cater, Graham Smith & Brian Rees, one Registrar and Assistant Registrar John Daniel and John Amato, and one secretary, myself.A club magazine was commenced just after the club's inception, the first magazine to carry the name Exhaust Notes published in June 1992. Bruce Molin thought of the name and was the foundation editor. I took over in October 1992 and have filled the roll ever since.The magazine has come a long way, being initially put together with a typewriter and produced at Old Bar School. In November 1994 Eric from EDN Print & Mail in Leura took over printing the magazine, with an upgrade in quality, In 2005 Bookworks of Lakemba took over. I started preparing the magazine on a computer a few years later. The magazine is now done electronically. The Club was initially formed with a charter to be a family based club where the cars are not our prime concern, people are. The cars are a common interest. Our club I am happy to say, I feel has met that first up aim.The committee we have had over the years from the president down have done a fabulous job, and I as founder would like to thank them for all the hard work. But at the end of the day a club is as only as good as its members, and this is where we are big winners. Our club is one of the very best around. We have a good reputation and the number of new folk joining us month after month is evidence of this..God blessChris GoodsellClub Founder
All British Day
13 March 2010
All British Day at Uraidla Showground in the Barossa Valley
Sunday 14 February 2010
Brian & Judy Payne visited this event (very romantic Brian)
This very popular event is just one of the many car club events that are on offer almost every Sunday in the Adelaide area, and it would probably be a fair guess to say that, per head of population, Adelaide possibly has more veteran and vintage cars on its roads than the larger states. The annual 'All British Day' at Uraidla in the heart of the Barossa Valley each year is a good example of this and while not as large as our own 'All British' day at King's, which draws enthusiasts from all over Sydney/Newcastle/ Wollongong areas, the Uraidla event manages to consistently have over 800 vehicles turning up for the day. In all 60 clubs were represented on the day, the vast majority from within a 50 km radius, with only the odd few from out of town and country Victoria. With two of our extended family members now into 'old' cars and members of the Gawler Veteran, Vintage & Classic Vehicle Club, Judy and I joined them all on Valentine's Day for the picnic day in the Barossa. Fortunately they both have a british car, and somehow we all managed to climb into a 1959 Austin A60 Cambridge and a 1939 Morris 10 for the 100km round trip. By far the biggest display was from the jaguar Classic Car Club of SA who alone fielded over 65 cars from a 1934 SS 1 Four Light, an 1939 Jaguar SS, numerous Mark 4's/5's etc in both saloon and drophead coupes body styles.Amongst several other clubs a further 30/40 another other Jaguars were on the paddock, including the ex Bib Stillwell's racing 1951 Jaguar XK 120 which the owner actually drove to the event from Colac in Victoria. Gawler Car Club fielded over 30 vehicles and put on an excellent bacon and egg breakfast for members and guests just out of town for just $3, with optional pancakes with maple syrup and cream for the princely sum of just $1...needless to say it was great day for all concerned!
Coffee RunThursday 28 January 2010
13 March 2010
Twelve members were at the rock pool for the coffee run. Rod Scott-Young in his new Ford. He decided that scrapbooking was more fun and left us to it. (No, not really, only joking but he did leave)
The remaining ten us us drove out to the Lakeside Cafe, where we morning tea with a view. It really is pleasant there with a lovely view across the lake. They do a nice milkshake as well!
Eventually John and Hal left to drive to Nabiac via Bulladelah, where they met up with Percy for lunch.
The rest of us decided not to brave the roadworks Peter Darbin had warned us about, and returned to Forster.
Ken McDonald
Those Attending were:
1937 Austin 7 Cliff Stockley
1954 MG Manette (29610H) David Kelvin
1961 Singer Gazelle (29609H) John & Brenda Fletcher
1970 MGB Bernie & Carol King
1971 MGB Hal Paemaa
1974 MGB ((24306H) Ken McDonald
1989 Cherolet Camaro John & Di Cullen-Ward
2002 Suburu Liberty Roger & Linda Smith
2006 Mazda MX8 Percy Newman
NRMA MOTORFEST 2010 Australia Day 26 January?Sydney
13 March 2010
NRMA MOTORFEST 2010
Australia Day 26 January-Sydney
In my opinion as the best annual motoring event in the country is NRMA Motorfest is held in Sydney's prettiest and most historic thoroughfare Macquarie Street every Australia Day.
This was the 25th Motorfest and in 2010 celebrated the 100th birthday of that famous Italian
marque Alfa Romeo with a display of their fine workmanship. It was also NRMA's 90th birthday, Here I must congratulate the NRMA on their meticulous preservation of their historical icons. On show were road service vehicles, basically from day one, a 1930's Harley Davidson motor bike and sidecar, A Morris J Van, A Morris Minor and HD Holden to name a few. Their photographic history was also extensive. As is the collection of badges and memorabilia.
On the car side, on show were cars that covered the spectrum of historic motoring from the
Goggomobile micro car to the huge and stately Rolls Royce. Just about every brand of motor
vehicle through the ages was there.
Some sixteen vintage double and single decker buses from the Sydney Bus Museum (now closed) carried huge crowds on a free circular city service.
If you tire of the crowds and the cars you could have retired to the basement of the historic politicians church St Stephens for a cup of coffee and some pikelets before going up stairs into the church proper to listen to organ recitals
Some 400000 people enjoyed the sites and sounds of Motorfest. Congratulation to organiser John Flower and the NRMA.
Members of our Club attending were:
1954 MG Magnette (29610H) David & Denise Kelvin 1974 Haflinger (24318H) Bruce Yarnold
1963 Renault R4 ((21004H) Bruce & Irene Hall 1998 Mitsubishi Magna Brian & Judy Payne
1965 Mercedes Benz 230S (24580H)Chris & Vicki Goodsell
Chris Goodsell
Respite Run to HarringtonSaturday 13 February 2010
13 March 2010
The Respite run to Harrington saw 17 friends arrive looking forward to a good day out. It is a very popular outing with the group and this was the largest number to attend. Harrington is always a picturesque place to visit. The weather was good, we found some picnic tables and a tree for shade, so after eating, those who were able went for a walk on the breakwall, then there was
only time for a drink and back into the cars for home. When asked what they enjoyed most, Kristin said she like the food and 16 others agreed. Gary liked going in the BLUE car, Phebe liked going out with all the people, Elle and Peter liked going in the cars and everybody agreed with them.
Thank you to those who attended, for your cars, food and friendship and thank you to Ray for organising the day it was most appreciated.
1961 Singer Gazelle (24309H) Brenda & John Fletcher
1970 Cadillac DeVille Peter & Margaret Darbin
1975 M/Benz 280SE (29619H) Cliff Stockley
1975 Jaguar XJ6 Frank Thompson
1978 Holden HZ (29613H) Max & Judy Smith
2004 Nissan Pulsar Ray & Val Sonter
2005 Mazda MX5 Peter & Kathy Eaton
2006 Ford Falcon XR6 Perc Newman
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Ken & Bev McGowan
2006 Holden Commodore Bernie & Carol King
Pauline Cawley
MINUTES of Momthly Meeting - Wednesday 3rd February 2010
13 March 2010
MONTHLY MEETING OF
THE GREAT LAKES HISTORIC AUTOMOBILE CLUB INC.
HELD AT THE FORSTER COASTAL PATROL
ON WEDNESDAY 3 FEBRUARY 2010
Meeting preceded by a BBQ put on by the Social Committee - thank you for a job well done
Meeting opened:7pm
Chair: Peter Cole
Attendance: 63 members and 1 visitor
Apologies: Denis Speirs, Denis Burns, Brian Payne, Tony Ryan & Michael Elderfield
Visitors: Matthew McHale
New members: nil
Minutes of the previous meeting: as per the magazine moved C Goodsell second R Pulling carried
Business arising: nil
Correspondence in:1) Resignation from Club Michael & Donna Brett, Ken & Margot Bilston, Tony Clarke& Brian Poulton 2) Email from Kerry & Megan Barlogio re club membership with response, 3)All Trades Transport promo letter, 4)Shannons Historic Rally Tasmania brochures 5)Reminder about Bush Council AGM 6)Approval from GLC use of John Wright Park for Motorfest 7)Thank you from Bev Morrison 8)Six club mags Moved C Goodsell seconded K McDonald carried
Correspondence out: 1)EMail & letters to various members in regards renewal of membership.2)Emails & letters to NRMA, Australian Classic Car magazine, Restored Cars magazine & Unique Cars magazine about Mid Coast Ford Motorfest 2010. Moved C Goodsell seconded J Fletcher carried
Treasurers report & accounts for payment: see magazine moved R Humphries second B Yarnold carried
Events report *Cliff Stockley reported on Social Committee activities. They are planning a chinese banquet on 24/3/10, cost $25 a head. Other activities are in the pipeline.* Bernie King spoke about Christmas in July deposits of $50 are required ASAP total cost will be $250 per couple. *John Fletcher reported on upcoming outing with seniors. We have been requested to take the people home. Mentioned 25/2 Coffee run destination TBA, 13/3 Tea Gardens Motorfest or Tuncurry Horse Racing Day. Judy Smith has organised this, 20/3 Bulahdelah Car Show invite 7.15am at the Rockpool. John also covered other events listed in the magazine. *Ray Sonter reports Ted Bickford has organised a bus trip to the rescue helicopter base on 23/4 cost is $45. * Chris Goodsell and Ray Sonter spoke on Mid Coast Ford Motorfest 2010. Is going to be held in JWP on the June long weekend. 2011 was mentioned but it is actually 2010. I apologise for my error.
Vehicle movements 12/1/10 29618H & 29610H Hallidays Point to Old Bar & return for mechanicals, 16/1/10 24306H Forster area for mechanicals. 24/01/10 29610H Tallwoods/Sydney Motorfest 20/01/10 29615H Tuncurry/ Tuncurry mechanical. 22/1/10 29603H Dyers Crossing to Forster & return - mechanicals, 2/2/10 29610H Forster area - mechanicals. 20/1/2010 29615H Tuncurry, mechanical, 30/1/2010 29618h Tallwoods/Taree tyres, 31/1/2010 29615H Tuncurry service run., 1/ 2//2010 24312H Tuncurry /Forster wheel align.13/1./2010 24312H & 24313H Rego, 2/2/10 21058H Rego
Members spot: * Perer Darbin has purchased Percy Newman's Holden. Percy now has a Mazda RX8. * Frank Thompson expressed his concern at how some companies retain credit card details after you make a purchase (a little tip from an exbank manager - to purchase things over the phone or via the Internet have a credit card with a low limit say $500, don't use your card with a large limit)
General business:*Peter Morrison spoke about regalia. *Chris Goodsell brought in a number of motoring books donated to the club, were sold for a gold coin donation each. $10-$15 was made.. Thank you David Freeman for the donation. *Peter Cole that Peter Presland for updating our presidential plaque and The Great Lakes Advocate for photocopying. Peter also spoke about the committee meeting and guidelines for life membership. He invited member comment. *John Fletcher spoke about committee discussions on mid week runs. - Where a business is opening particularly for us, or numbers are required for a meal, prepayment of the cost will be required. Event organiser to give two months notice of this requirement and he/she is responsible for collecting the money. *David Kelvin spoke on the 2011 Bush Council Rally, next committee meeting at the Cole's home on 16/2. *Peter Darbin thanked those who attended Australia Day at JWP. *Laura Neville thanked the club for the congratulatory card for being DUX of Nabiac School. *Chris Goodsell showed a DVD of NRMA Motorfest. * No supper as nobody prepared it??? *Raffles won by David Quirk (won three, but gave one back - thank you David), Bruce Burton & Kevin Stokes.
Meeting closed: 7.45pm
Volvo's Three-Point Safety Belt Celebrates 50 Years of Saving Lives
8 September 2009
Thursday 13 August 2009 marked the 50th anniversary of the life-saving V-shaped three-point seat belt, invented by Volvo Engineer Nils Bohlin in 1959, and Volvo's visionary open patent which granted free use of the design to all other car manufacturers.
The design is as obvious as it is intelligent. Easily fastened with one hand, it secures the seat's occupant in place with a belt across the chest and another across the hips - a vast improvement on the previous two-point waist restraint.
Today, the simple 'click-clack front-and-back' has been recognised worldwide as the most widely used and significant safety innovation in the automobile's more than 120 year long history. It is estimated that more than a million people owe their lives[1] to the seat belt, and it has saved many times that number of people from serious injury. It is also recognised as one of the eight patents to have the greatest significance for humanity during the hundred years from 1885 to 1985[2].
?The decision to release the three point seat belt patent was visionary and in line with Volvo's guiding principle of safety,? says Alan Desselss, managing director of Volvo Car Australia. "It's why we like to say there's a little bit of Volvo in every car."
Research indicates that vehicle occupants have a 50 per cent better chance of surviving a crash, if they are wearing a seat belt, reducing the risk of fatalities and serious injuries from collisions. Most countries have now legalised the use of seatbelts for all drivers, although seat belt use in some areas is as low as 3.8 per cent[3].
The real breakthrough in legislation actually came from Victoria, which was the first state worldwide to draw up legislation in 1970 requiring not just the fitting of seat belts, but also their actual use. In the first year of law, traffic fatalities in the state dropped by 18 per cent. New South Wales followed with similar legislation a year later and today, everyone but taxi drivers are legally required across Australia to wear seatbelts front and back.
The future of the seatbelt is constantly evolving. Volvo is exploring ways to improve their design and make the process of wearing a seat belt easier and even safer. A four point attachment is under discussion as is a motorised belt that tightens the belt and places the driver in the right position in potentially hazardous situations.
In the US today, only 83 percent of front-seat passengers use their seat belt even thought seat belt legislation is enforced in all states except for New Hampshire. On the island of Sakhalin in Russia, safety belt use is as low as 3.8 per cent, and only 23 per cent of Costa Rican and South Korean drivers used seatbelts up until legislation enforcements in the mid 2000's.
Volvo shared patent with all car manufacturers
Estimated to have saved over one million lives globally
Victoria the first state worldwide to legislate seat belt fitment and usage
Bush Council Easter Rally February Update
13 March 2010
2011 Bush Council Easter Rally Update
Documentation for entry to the 2011 event finalised and being printed by the Great Lakes tourist Centre. These will be distributed along with other tourist info at the Wagga event this coming easter.
SPONSOR OF THE MONTH
13 March 2010
SPONSOR PROFILE
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Peter and his team are experts in redoing aluminium heads, as well as the cast iron variety.
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On a personal note Peter rebuilt the head on my Mercedes a couple of years ago. It has not missed a beat since??... Peter's personal passion is in hot rods. He's a member of the local rod club and owns a `34 Chev Coupe???.
