GCTMC PITSTOP - JANUARY '25 EDITION

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President’s Note

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‘24 Baden Civil SEQ Khanacross Seires

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‘GCTMC Go-Karting Social

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‘24 Working Dog Rally: Queensland Rally Championship

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2025 GCTMC Dates & Membership

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Sally Martin - Supported by GCTMC & KickAss Products

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PRESIDENTS NOTE As 2024 concludeD, it had been an exciting and successful year for the Gold Coast Tweed Motorsporting Club (GCTMC). Our events have grown in both size and impact, and we are excited for what lies ahead in 2025.

The Baden Civil SEQ Khanacross Series has been a standout, with all six rounds sold out, reflecting the growing enthusiasm for grassroots motorsport in our region. We hosted three rounds at Tamborine and partnered with the Murwillumbah Sporting Car Club at the Showgrounds and Ipswich West Moreton at Willowbank Park — the first Khanacross event at this venue. Fierce competition, particularly in the Juniors and Ladies classes, made this series a highlight of the year.

A major addition to our calendar was the Yeah The Girls Khanacross, led by Glenn Brinkmann. This event provided women of all ages the opportunity to showcase their skills and raise over $7,500 for the Endometriosis Charity. With participants from across the country, this event was a resounding success, and we look forward to making it an annual feature. We also welcomed the return of the Working Dog Rally in Bonalbo, which reached new heights this year. Notable motorsport figures such as former Subaru Factory Driver Dean Herridge, WRC commentator Colin Clark, and rally legend Toby Price, who made his stage rally debut in Brinkmann’s KICKASS EVO 9. This solidified the rally’s status as one of the region’s premier motorsport events. Keep an eye on 2025—something special is in the works!

We are incredibly grateful for the dedication of our volunteers, 180+ members, and community supporters. Your commitment is the backbone of our club, and we thank our sponsors for their continued support. As we approach our 57th year, we’re excited to build on the success of 2024. We aim to grow our Junior membership and expand our events calendar in 2025, vital for nurturing the next generation of motorsport stars. With a passionate community and a bright future, we’re confident GCTMC will continue to thrive. Thank Mark Davies you for your support. We look forward to another exciting year!

Enjoy your read

GCTMC President

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BADEN CIVIL 2024 SEQ KHANACROSS SERIES PHOTOS BY ZED PHOTOGRAPHYY WRITTEN BY MEDINAH WELLS

Round six of the Baden Civil SEQ Khanacross series marks the conclusion and final round of this year’s Khanacross series. Following a great year of racing, we had a terrific turnout for the final round, with club members and their families enjoying the warm weather and sunshine.

It was Isaac Hart in his Mitsubishi Evo 8 who took out the overall first for our final round, followed closely by Toby Musico in his Subaru WRX and chased up by Peter Tomlinson in his Subaru Legacy. Some familiar podium names in this round’s junior division., Buster Bailey in his Hyundai Excel for first place, followed by Jude Livermore in his Nissan Pulsar and followed up by Billy Parrish in the Hyundai Excel. Michelle Van Der Wilk and her Honda Civic fought hard for female outright. Buster Bailey also went home with class A, Jude Livermore picked up another win with class B, Cassie Garth for class C, John Panozzo pickedup class D, and Isaac Hart went with another win with class E.

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SIDEWAYS ACTION: GCTMC GO KARTING SOCIAL PHOTOS BY ZED PHOTOGRAPHYY, MARK DAVIES WRITTEN BY ZARA WALLER

December 18th saw GCTMC’s first social karting night kick off. With over 30 drivers battling out across the night, we saw some great racing across all levels. With seasoned drivers such as Collin O’Brien and Glenn Brinkman giving the young guns a run for their money, as well as many of our GCTMC officials, parents and supporters getting sideways behind the wheel at Slideways Go-Karting Nerang.

We saw service park regular, Declan Waller step away from working on cars and take the top step with Khanacross regular Jude Livermore close behind in second place and Paul Jansen rounded off the podium in third. Cassie Garth took home the inaugural wooden spoon award. Overall, the night was a great success for all to enjoy and we look forward to more to come in 2025.

TYRES & MORE HEMMANT WORKING DOG RALLY 2024 PHOTOS BY ZED PHOTOGRAPHYY WRITTEN BY ZARA WALLER

October saw GCTMC break our drought for Rallying, bringing back the Tyres and More Hemmant, Working Dog Rally. Taking to the town of Bonalbo NSW, crews, teams and spectators were busting at the bit for some dirt action.

Saturday night saw the event kick off with a street party and ceremonial start in town.

Packing the main strip of Bonalbo, all were there to see the excitement the Rally cars had to offer. With big names such as Toby Price and Dean Herridge, as well as Queensland topshots Williams/Jones and New South Wales Hoy/Stean, all was set for an action packed day to come.

With 3 heats of 3 stages and a field of just under 60 cars, Sunday did not disappoint. Heat 1 saw a promising start for Hoy/Stean (#1) in the lead with Price/Killbride (#87) following and Redhead/Winwood-Smith (#3) right on their rear bumper.

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However, unfortunate issues saw the retirements of both crews from car #87 and #3. This saw Hoy/Stean only extend their lead in the Mistibishi Evo with Keough/Bennett finishing the event in second in their almighty Audi Quattro and Brinkman/Hughes rounding off the podium in the classic Ford Escort Cosworth.

Broughton/Hausmann rounded out the win for the novice class and Side Luke took the clubman drivers win and Kevin O’Connor taking the co-driver win. Also an impressive effort for club member and great supporter of Clay Badenoch finishing 11th outright.

Gold Coast Tweed Motor Sporting Club are stoked by the result if this event and thank all of our major sponsors for their support, Tyres & More Hemmant, KickAss Products, Accent Benchtops, Buccini Transport, Dog n Bull Pub and the Kyogle Council, these events simply do not happen without your support and our amazing team of volunteers/officials, thank you. We look forward to the return of the Working Dog Rally in a Rallypsrint format for 2025 and bring on the return for the full Working Dog Rally in 2026.

See you October 18th & 19th for the 2025

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2025 DATES

2024 GCTMC PRESENTATIONS - GAINSBOROUGH GREENS

18TH JANUARY

SEQ KHANACROSS SERIES - ROUND 1 TAMBORINE

9TH MARCH

2025 GCTMC AGM

19TH MARCH

2025 YEAH THE GIRLS KHANACROSS - TAMBORINE

13TH APRIL

SEQ KHANACROSS SERIES - ROUND 2 TAMBORINE

18TH MAY

KHANACROSS - JUNIORS ONLY ROUND TAMBORINE

22ND JUNE

SEQ KHANACROSS SERIES - ROUND 3 TAMBORINE

20TH JULY

SEQ KHANACROSS SERIES - ROUND 4 MURWILLUMBAH SEQ KHANACROSS SERIES - ROUND 5 TAMBORINE/IPSWICH WORKING DOG RALLYSPRINT SEQ KHANACROSS SERIES - BACK UP DATE

17TH AUGUST 7TH SEPTEMBER TBA 18TH/19TH OCTOBER 9TH NOVEMBER

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RENEW YOUR 2025 MEMBERSHIP HERE!!

SALLY MARTIN

SUPPORTED BY GCTMC & KICKASS PRODUCTS Support Sally’s QRC Rally Journey & Win Prizes! Gold Coast Tweed Motorsporting Club (GCTMC) is raising funds to support local Gold Coast school girl 15-year-old Sally with essential safety gear for her debut 2025 Queensland rally championship season. By entering our raffle, you’ll help keep Sally safe on the track and get the chance to win amazing KickAss products! Join us in supporting Sally’s journey—purchase your ticket today!

Gold Coast Tweed Motorsporting Club (GCTMC) is proud to support one of our brightest young stars, Sally, as she continues to excel in the world of motorsport. At just 15 years old, Sally has already achieved remarkable success in Khanacross racing. Starting her racing journey at the age of 13, Sally has become both a Female Champion and Junior Champion, all while racing her silver and white Mitsubishi Lancer in the Baden Civil Khanacross Series, This year, Sally has taken on the role of Co-Driver debuting in the QRC in Brocky Dolan's Holden Gemini, gaining invaluable experience from the highest levels of the sport. Her commitment and passion for rallying are clear, and she is determined to continue learning and growing in all aspects of the sport.

How You Can Help: By purchasing a raffle ticket, you’ll be helping to fund the vital safety equipment Sally needs for the upcoming rally season. Plus, you’ll be entered into a draw for your chance to win one of these awesome prizes! It’s a win-win: you’ll be supporting a young motorsport talent while getting the chance to take home some fantastic rewards.

Join us in supporting Sally on her journey and make a difference in her career. With your help, we can ensure she has the safety equipment she needs to safely and confidently compete in the 2025 season.

CHECK OUT FULL INFORMATION & TICKETS HERE!!

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GOLD COAST TWEED MOTORSPORTING CLUB INC CLUB EXECUTIVE PRESIDENT VICE PRESIDENT SECRETARY TREASURER CLUB CAPTAIN

Mark Davies John Sibley Gary Reid Stephen Davies Greg Reckers

OTHER COMMITTEE MEMBERS MOTORSPORT AUS DELEGATE ALTERNATE MA DELEGATE MEMBERSHIP OFFICER MEDIA COORDINATOR POINT SCORER

Steven Richardson Mark Davies Tony Taylor Zara Waller Stephen Davies

CONTACT INFO All correspondence Gold Coast Tweed Motorsporting Car Club P.O. Box 1503 Mudeeraba QLD 4213 Phone: 0433 517 165 (Gary Reid, Secretary) Email: info@gctmc.org.au Website: https://gctmc.org.au Club Meetings: Every 3rd Wednesday - The Back Page, Carrara.

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