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CB Radio Technical Information
25 November 2007
UHF Citizen Band Channel Chart
The 476MHz band is divided into 40 channels, these channel numbers are standard throughout Australia (New Zealand has different channel numbers). Channels 1 to 8 inclusive are allocated for repeater operation exclusively with channel 5 reserved for emergency use, this also means that channels 31 to 38 inclusive are utilised for the reverse repeater channels. Channels 9 to 30 inclusive and channels 39 and 40 are allocated for simplex or "point to point" operation.
Various channels within the simplex section have assumed popularity for certain activities, these are:
Channel 11 - a calling frequency to establish an annonymous contact.
Channel 40 - Highway "Trucks'.
Channel 18 - Caravans.
Channels 21 & 22 -Telemetery Data
Channel 27 - Pacific Highway..
QVVA usually use Channel 14, depending on radio traffic at the time.
NEW BAND PLAN
The above 476MHz band will be expanded to 80 channels by early 2013. The existing transceivers will not be compatible with the new system, however, they will be OK for point to point comms provided both units are on the same system.
Queensland Seat Belt Rule
2 March 2011
In Queensland it is not permissable to carry a person seven to sixteen years of age in a vehicle which does not have seat belts fitted even though the original manufactured date of those vehicles may exempt them from any requirements to have seat belts fitted.
The Great Gatsby
24 November 2007
What is the historical background to the "Great Gatsby",what`s it all about?
The "Great Gatsby" is a novel written by F. Scott Fitzgerald. It focuses on a young man Jay Gatsby a wealthy New Yorker of indeterminant occupation possibly a "speak easy" who made millions from bootleg alcohol and underground salons in the prohibition era. Gatsby resided in the Long Island district of West Egg ,however he falls in love with a woman of the social elite of East Egg, he threw lavish parties every weekend in an effort to win her hand but no matter how he tried his wealth could not afford him the priveleges enjoyed by those born into the upper class. The author describes in great detail their high fashon, beautiful clothing, lavish parties, ostentatious mansions, stylish cars, -- money was of no consideration hence the word "Great" was associated with anything Gatsby organised. This was the Roaring Twenties also known as the Jazz Age. It is not hard to conjure up in ones mind what a Great Gatsby Picnic would be like --long cars to long cigarette holders, fine bone china, the best silverware and twenties fashon like you wouldn't beleive. The 2011 QVVA Gatsby Weekend will be held on 18th Sept in conjunction with the Celebrate Redcliffe Festival.--See the "EVENTS" page for further details.
At Last Somebody Has Done It.
28 November 2007
Queensland Auto Museum.
Club members Kerry and Roy Gorring have been working hard for the past two years establishing an auto museum at Hampton near Crows Nest, it has been approved by their local council but still requires some minor refinements to make it comply as a tourist attraction and therefore is classed as a private collection (so far about 30 cars in a 36 x 36 shed).Kerry and Roy's address is 67 Erbacher Road , Hampton. Phone 46 979 271 or 0419 800 993.What a commendable effort !
FLOOD DAMAGE
It has been reported that shallow water has been through the museum causing minimal damage, however, the house and other assets have been affected which will force Kerry and Roy to close the museum for one year (Feb 2012).
New Photo Album
27 November 2007
Picture Web Site
For many years the club has kept a photographic record of members cars, these albums are kept in the library and, thanks to the forethought of the foundation members, are now an historic record of nearly every car that has been involved with the club. We are due for another request for photographs of recently restored or acquired cars to keep these permanent records up to date.Trevor Johnsson has established a "free web page" to allow members to post photographs of their current pride and joy, it is intended this collection be changed periodically so that it is a collection of current cars independent to the hard copy albums. To view this web site go to--www.picturetrail.com/QVVA--or go to "OUR SPONSORS" Picturetrail page and click on " Visit Website" this will open four albums...Great Gatsby, Social Events, Members Cars, Restorations, click on the pictures button in each album and after a short time you will be able to view all the pictures in that album. To have a photograph of your car on this web site, simply email the digital image to Trevor on --johnssontm@bigpond.com-- alternatively he can scan a photograph, don`t forget to mention the year, make and model written on the back of the photograph.
Specialised Restoration Services.
12 May 2009
QVVA Recommended Suppliers List.
Members have had difficulty in sourcing services and suppliers sympathetic to vintage vehicle restoration and repairs, this has led to a list being compiled from information supplied by members who have been satisfied with particular goods and services to the point where they can be recommended to fellow members. The Recommended Suppliers List can be viewed on the "FOR SALE" page.
Concessional Vehicle Registration Limitations.
4 October 2008
A Guide to Those Contemplating Concessional Registration.
It is a condition for a vehicle registered under the "Special Interest Vehicle Registration Concession" (SIV) scheme that you are a current member of an incorporated car club or association and your vehicle is limited to the following :
1. Participating in rallies organised by the car club.
2. Participating in processions for which a permit has been issued under the Transport Operations Regulation 2005.
3. Exhibiting the vehicle in displays, fetes and the like conducted for religious, charitable or educational purposes.
4. Ceremonial purposes (weddings, formals) involving the immediatele family only, and not done for reward.
5. Preparing for, proceeding to, and returning from the above activities.
6. Travel in order to have the vehicle repaired ( a justifiable distance only).
7. Road testing within a 15Km radius from where the vehicle is normally garaged, and not used as a means of transport.
8. Buses can carry non fare paying passengers from an event and return provided the round trip does not exceed 5Km.
9. Heavy vehicles over 4.5t GVM may carry a load provided the GCM does not exceed 50% of the maximum permitted mass for the vehicle configuration, and the load carried must be in relation to or part of the reason for the vehicle's use under the scheme.
PLEASE NOTE- The application for SIV concessional registration must be submitted with a "Membership Declaration Form" and a "Dating Certificate" from an incorporated car club.
Ref: www.transport.qld.gov.au.
Membership Declaration Forms for S.I.V. Registration Requirements
We welcome prospective new members and invite you to our meetings and events, a request for membership may be either lodged 'on line' via our Membership Page or by submission at a general meeting. The QVVA will not authorise or process membership applications intended just for the sole purpose of obtaining a "Membership Declaration Form" for S.I.V. Concessional Registration.
New QVVA telephone number
16 December 2011
The QVVA has purchased a mobile phone that will be used for taking calls, currently the phone is held by the President but will be used by other committee members who will be responsible for major events eg: Brisbane Swap.
No matter who is "in the chair" the phone number will always be the same.
QVVA Mobile 0412 314 534
Queensland Historic Motoring Council (QHMC)
13 January 2010
Name Change
During 2009 the former Queensland Combined Council of Historical Vehicle Clubs (QCCHVC) went through a consultation process with it`s clubs over several months. This culminated in a vote which agreed to formally change the name to Queensland Historic Motoring Council (QHMC), effective in late June 2009. The old nickname "Combined Council" was convenient but meant nothing to anyone outside the old car movement. "Historic Motoring Council" by comparison is self explanatory and is now accepted nationally.
Vehicle Hiring
19 April 2010
Due to government regulations we are unable to attend weddings and other formal occasions with concessionally registered vehicles (see Concessional Vehicle Registration Limitations- Clause 4 above).
