Subaru 4WD Club of Victoria online magazine - September 2011

September 2011

Adam on the Mt Terrible trip, August 2011 (ISSUE 374) Subaru 4WD Club of Victoria Inc. Reg. No. A – 0006149J FWDV Member www.subaru4wdvic.com.au GPO BOX 2456 Melbourne VIC. 3001

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John Bailey 1362 Heatherton Rd Dandenong North 3175 Phone: (03) 9793 5655 Page: 2

INTRODUCTION TO THE SUBARU 4WD CLUB OF VICTORIA: The Subaru 4WD Club of Victoria Inc. was originally formed over 30 years ago by an enthusiastic group of Subaru owners. Today the club has expanded to include all Subaru 4WD and AWD vehicles, as well as all other makes of AWD, light 4WD and crossover/soft-roader type vehicles. The club aims to participate in exploration of the Australian countryside without damage to the environment, vehicle or individual.

Visitors are most welcome to attend the club’s General Meetings and contact committee members regarding participation in club activities.

The club relies on membership fees to offset its running costs, including insurance.

Membership fees are payable each financial year, due after the yearly AGM. Fees for the 2010/2011 year are currently: Interstate: $90 (Seniors card - $85) â—? Single: $100 (Seniors card - $90) Joint/family: $105 - (Seniors card - $90) (All fees includes affiliation and Insurance: $40) A trip fee of $10 per adult non-member applies (for insurance purposes) Please contact the membership officer for further information regarding membership, including pro-rata and monthly rates.

GENERAL MEETINGS

COMMITTEE

South Camberwell Tennis Club 322 Burke Road Glen Iris (Melways 59 H6)

Last Tuesday of each month at 8:00pm sharp (except December)

Meetings 1st Tuesday each month: 7:30pm

Damian Stock (President) Peter Bellis (Secretary)

president@subaru4wdvic.com.au

Bob Marshall (Treasurer)

treasurer@subaru4wdvic.com.au

Jessica Walsh (Trip & Social)

events@subaru4wdvic.com.au

Martin Foot (Editor)

editor@subaru4wdvic.com. au

Andrew Jantke (Membership) Adam Howley (Resources) Vacant (Venue) Phil Milkins (Ordinary Member) Dale Rebgetz (Ordinary Member)

mship@subaru4wdvic.com.au

secretary@subaru4wdvic.com.au

resources@subaru4wdvic.com.au venue@subaru4wdvic.com.au (diverted to president) pm@subaru4wdvic.com.au dr@subaru4wdvic.com.au

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PRESIDENT’S REPORT Welcome to the September club magazine and another president’s report. It’s looking good for the most part at the moment so let’s hope that the weather is going to be nice to us for the next couple of months. There is plenty in the calendar and much of it will be outdoors so a little bit of fine October weather will be most welcome.

I am sitting here at the farm tonight after making a rushed trip down this afternoon. After suffering through carpal tunnel syndrome for a number of years, thanks to spending too much time at the keyboard, I have finally booked in for surgery, in a few days time. I figured that before I went under the knife I should get down here to do a little more preparation for the 35 th birthday event. After being at the farm three weekends in a row the Forester can almost find its own way there.

Anyway, as I mentioned earlier, there is plenty happening in the next few weeks and I am hoping to see many of you at the various events coming up. I am hoping to get to the September general meeting and might even give a bit of a presentation of 40 and 80 channel CB radios. I will have with me a couple of units that have been configured to support both channel sets simultaneously, something that is unique in commercial CB radios. We have purchased a couple of these for the club, possibly to be used as loan units.

At the meeting I will try to explain how the new 80 channel radios interoperate with the current 40 channel units and what issues might be seen in convoys containing both types. Come along if you are interested in this subject or if you just want to see me with my hands all strapped up.

Early in October we have the Leisurefest show and we will be participating again with the association. I would normally be heavily involved in the show however this year may be difficult. A number of members have offered their time to be on the stand however a few more would be great, especially for stand setup and pull down. The show runs from Thursday the 6 th to Sunday the 9th of October with setup on Wednesday or Thursday morning. If you believe that you can help please let me know as soon as possible. Those attending will get free admission and should have time to have a look around.

The 35th birthday celebration follows Leisurefest on the weekend of October 15th, if you hadn’t heard. Full details are in the trip and social section of this month’s magazine, including accommodation options at the farm and in the local area. We have aimed to keep the cost to a minimum so hope for a big Page: 4

PRESIDENT’S REPORT turnout. Please make sure that you register and pay at the September general meeting or, at latest, before October 1st so that catering can be organized. For those of you who have an open fire, a chainsaw and a trailer, you are welcome to collect a load of firewood while you are there. Some freshly fallen trees that will make good firewood for those interested. There is also plenty of smaller material around as well so there should be plenty for everyone.

Last weekend I went to the association’s combined president’s and special general meeting. The required vote to move the association’s AGM to November was taken and passed. The meeting covered the usual association business including reports from the CEO and various board members.

Emphasis was placed on a couple of important issues. Overall the association is in good state thanks to recently acquired funding from the state government via DSE. This will allow them to continue with a number of programs such as camp host, MVO tracks and others.

There was a timely warning about the use of snatch straps and the use of them in the bush following a few recent deaths. It has been recommended to only use these as a last resort, especially if there is any concern about appropriate mounting points on both vehicles.

Dob in a hoon is alive and well in the bush with a number of drivers being prosecuted and their cars impounded recently. Interestingly, there is a member of the police traffic unit at Mansfield who is taking great pleasure in booking anyone who comes out of the bush in a muddy vehicle. There are also DSE placed cameras in the bush to record vehicles driving on closed roads or behaving irresponsibly. Don’t forget that hoon behavior in the bush is not in our best interests so be aware of how to report anything you see. Do not approach the offenders but gather whatever information you can get.

The association has resurrected the co-branded membership card and there is hope that an extensive program, including fuel discounts, will be available for the 2012 membership year. In the meantime I have offered our club for a trial of this card so look out for one of these coming your way shortly. These cards can be produced fairly quickly and cheaply, saving a lot of work for Andrew. This will provide significant benefits to all members.

Anyway that’s enough from me for this month. Take care of yourself out there, on the road or in the bush, and I look forward to seeing you all soon.

Damian

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EDITOR’S REPORT Members who have registered their email addresses with the membership officer receive an email with a link to the full on-line version of the club magazine, which contains the contact details of office bearers and trip leaders. It’s the same as the paper version.

If you’d like to discontinue your hard copy and just receive the link, please let me know. By doing so you’ll feel all good and environmental as well as saving the club money.

Any member of the public can view an edited version of the current magazine (without personal contact information) via the club’s website, www.subaru4wdvic.com.au The magazine deadline for next edition is OCTOBER 11th, 2011. Send all copy to editor@subaru4wdvic.com.au Martin

VENUE REPORT

SEPTEMBER GENERAL MEETING RETURNS TO CAMBERWELL SOUTH Date: Tuesday 27 August at 8pm.

Venue: Camberwell South Tennis Club (and in case you’ve forgotten where it is): 322 Burke Road Glen Iris (Melways 59 H6) Guest speaker Greg Smith is not available, however Damian will provide a presentation of 40 and 80 channel CB radios. These units have been configured to support both channel sets simultaneously, something that is unique in commercial CB radios.

We have purchased a couple of these for the club, possibly to be used as loan units. Others are available for purchase by members up to 30 September.

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The Subaru 4WD Club of Victoria Inc would like to invite you to the Club’s

35th Birthday Celebration Saturday, 15th October, 2011 Where: Stock Farm, Carrajung-Woodside Road, Woodside North, Gippsland (two hours from Melbourne via Princes Freeway).

What: Spit Roast dinner, Line Dancing, supplied breakfast.

Bring: BYO alcoholic drinks, chairs and camping equipment.

Who: All current and any interested past members.

Dress code: Neat Casual, comfortable for line dancing.

RSVP: To Damian Stock at September general meeting or by October 1st.

Cost: $25 per club members and partners, $35 non-club members.

Payment: By direct bank payment (provide name in details), cheque or cash at the September meeting.

Accommodation: Plenty of camping at the farm, via main road, suitable for campers and caravans.

Nearby Woodside Central Caravan Park ($22 per site), 15 minutes.

Yarram motels and hotels (from around $80 twin share), 25 minutes.

ITINERARY: Saturday, 15th October 4:00pm: Arrival, setup camp.

6:00pm: Pre-dinner drinks.

6:30pm: Dinner.

Dancing: 8:30pm.

Sunday, 16th October 10am: Breakfast in the marquee. Food will be supplied, but you will have to cook your own.

10:30am: Relax, firewood collection, local tourist drive (4WD), technical education, packup.

2-5pm: Head home.

For further queries, please contact Damian president@subaru4wdvic.com.au Page: 7

TRIP & SOCIAL REPORT OCTOBER DAY TRIP - working bee at Stock farm: Sunday 2 October Due to his recent operation, Damian has asked for volunteers to assist him in preparing the dance floor for the 35th birthday bash. If you are able to assist, contact Damian Stock, president@subaru4wdvic.com.au

LEISUREFEST Thursday 6 to Sunday 9 October, Sandown Racecourse As in past years, the club will have a stall. Volunteers are needed to staff it over the four days. See the President’s report on pages 4 and 5 for more information. If you are able to assist, contact Damian Stock, president@subaru4wdvic.com.au

LAKE EYRE TRIP: Saturday 22nd October –Tuesday 1st November (Cup Day) Trip Leader: Jessica Walsh, events@subaru4wdvic.com.au I am planning to head to Australia's inland sea this October. It would be great if you could come along. See page 9 for the itinerary.

The trip is dependant on the road conditions and the weather (it has already been put off once). The standard trip requirements as listed on page 10 are the minimum needed, including a full-size spare wheel/tyre, and plenty of drinking water. The plan is to stay in caravan parks for the most part, but we need to be totally self-sufficient just in case. The longest distance between fuel stops is about 400km, but the prices will vary enormously, so you may wish to bring an extra 'jerry'.

If you are thinking of coming and don't have everything on the list, please talk to me.

Please give me an indication at the August meeting if you are thinking of coming along, so I can plan appropriately.

Bear in mind that this trip has been adjusted to meet the Border Track trip, and if you wish to join it in Pinnaroo you will have to check with Peter Bellis as numbers are limited. For those not going on the Border Track, we will be heading home to Melbourne to be there in time for the Cup. The itinerary is as follows: Page: 8

TRIP & SOCIAL REPORT Date

Sat, 22 Oct 11

Travel/Activity

Distance

Melbourne to Mildura

550km

Meet in Mildura

Overnight

Mildura

Sun, 23 Oct 11

300Km

Broken Hill

Mon, 24 Oct 11

via Orroroo & Hawker

550Km

Leigh Creek

Tue, 25 Oct 11

via Maree

250Km

Coward Springs

75Km dirt

William Creek

Wed, 26 Oct 11 Thu, 27 Oct 11

fly over Lake Eyre ($250 per person)

William Creek

Fri, 28 Oct 11

spare day

William Creek

Sat, 29 Oct 11

370Km

Sun, 30 Oct 11

Port Augusta Pinnaroo/Border Track

Mon, 31 Oct 11 Tue, 1 Nov 11

Melbourne Cup Day

BORDER TRACK TRIP: Saturday 29 October – Tuesday 1 November (Cup Day) Trip Leader: Peter Bellis, secretary@subaru4wdvic.com.au This trip will commence from the township of Rainbow in Western Victoria and visit Hattah Lakes before turning west to Pinnaroo and south down the Border Track. For more information contact Peter or put your name on the trip intention sheet at the next General Meeting.

BUCHAN WEEKEND TRIP Saturday 12 – Sunday 13 November Trip Leader: TBA The club is off to Buchan again for a working-bee and social weekend. This is also a great opportunity to try some of the many tracks in the area.

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TRIP & SOCIAL REPORT LATER IN THE YEAR Sun 27 November: Christmas Party First or second weekend in December: Oxfam Christmas Tree deliveries

CHRISTMAS TRIP Wednesday 28 – Saturday 31 December Wonangatta, Victorian High Country Trip Leader: David Wilson The Wonangatta Valley is one the iconic “must do” 4wd trips. The valley is tranquil with wide open camping areas and a cool stream running along the base of the hills. Patient observers can be rewarded with the sight of a platypus at dusk. The sides of the valley present plenty of challenges for your vehicle, as can the drive in to the valley itself.

Any vehicles on this trip need to be well prepared for some rugged driving.

NEXT YEAR Grampians Narbethong Wombat State Forest Possible joint outing with the Queensland Subaru Club Central Goldfields trip

David pulling out the winch line for Jamie on the Mt Terrible trip

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TRIP & SOCIAL REPORT GENERAL Trip Leaders The club is always on the lookout for trip ideas. If there is somewhere you would like to go and would like to lead a trip there, come and talk to me or a member of the committee.

Any trip suggestions go to the committee to be approved, before being printed in the magazine. The trip needs to be in the magazine for at least two issues, to allow plenty of notice to members. Try to put together a proposal on paper that gives members an idea of what to expect, such as difficulty, distances and any special vehicle preparation required.

Trip leading is a very rewarding way of putting something back into the club, particularly if you have a favourite area you would like to share.

Note: The club has a requirement for prospective trip leaders to have attended at least 4 trips as a member before they can lead a trip themselves.

First Aid Kits The club has bought two new first aid kits as the old ones were found to be unserviceable. The new kits are available to members to take on club trips.

There is an inventory in each kit in order to keep it up to date. If you use anything from them, no matter how small, please make a note of it so it can be replaced. Whilst these kits are fairly comprehensive, they don't detract from the requirement for all trip participants to have their own personal first aid kit. There are some things that are not in the club kits such as aspirin or paracetamol which you should carry yourself if required.

Training Whilst I am a qualified driving instructor with work, I am still in the process of being accredited with 4WDVic. Until that occurs any instruction I do is informal, with the proviso that there is no recognition of the training apart from the “getting of wisdom�. That is, I can't issue any certificates.

Regardless of that, if you have any thoughts about training you would like to do to improve your skills, don't hesitate to make a suggestion! You might not be the only one thinking the same thing. If it is not something I am familiar with, hopefully I can find someone who is.

Jessica Walsh Trip and Social Co-ordinator Page: 11

STANDARD TRIP EQUIPMENT & RECOVERY GEAR The aim of all Subaru 4WD Club of Victoria Inc. trips is to have an enjoyable experience in the bush, increasing 4WDing skills and experience, whilst maintaining the highest regard for the safety of individuals, the vehicle and the environment. As a driver you have ultimate responsibility for the safety of your passengers and vehicle. It is the responsibility of any participating driver to contact individual trip leaders for clarification of individual trip requirements and standards.

Financial members are encouraged to participate in as many trips as possible to increase confidence and experience. Visitors are welcome subject to the payment of the appropriate levy to cover insurance, but after two visits, should consider membership. Non-financial members are not covered by insurance and may not participate until payment is received.

Individual drivers with concerns or queries regarding their vehicle and the trip standard should contact relevant trip leaders. The Subaru 4WD Club of Victoria Inc. recommends that each vehicle carry the following items of equipment on every trip: a) Personal details form as specified by FWDV, copy to Trip Leader b) Two Rated D- Shackles (minimum 3.2t); c) Rated “Snatch’em” Strap; d) Recovery Points, Front & Rear; plus optional bridle strap, according to vehicle design; e) AM (27Mhz) Channel 5 or UHF (477Mhz) Channel 16 CB Radio; f) Fire Extinguisher, accessible to the driver; g) Spare Tyre (full size); h) Jack and Wheel Brace, or equivalent; i) Emergency Supplies (matches, food, water and clothing); j) Sufficient Fuel, Oil and Water for the trip and delays; k) A Tyre Pressure Gauge; Compressor (according to the trip) l) An Axe, Bow or Chain saw; m) A Sturdy Shovel (collapsible shovels are no good); n) Spare Parts (appropriate to the nature of the Trip); o) A Tool Kit; p) Personal First Aid Kit; q) The Vehicle Manual.

Any vehicle not carrying at least the first five (5) items of equipment should contact the individual Trip Leader before leaving. Any Club member unsure about any of the items of equipment listed above are advised to contact the the Trip and Social Coordinator or the Trip Leader concerned.

All Trip Leaders carry a complete First Aid Kit in case of emergency. All nonemergency medical needs are expected to be meet by individuals own medical supplies.

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FOR SALE The club makes this space available free of charge to members wishing to buy or sell items.

Please note that the Motor Car Trader Regulations 1998-22(4) require that vehicles for sale advertisements must contain: (a) the cash price of the vehicle and; (b) the registration number if registered or the engine/chassis numbers if unregistered. Contact the club editor to advertise in this space.

Forester Aluminium Bash Plates: made from 6.0mm construction grade aluminium: $300 for club members, $330 for non-members.

Fitting can be arranged.

Contact: David Wilson, dw@subaru4wdvic.com.au Subaxtreme bull bar to suit Forester 2.5 series 2002 - 2005. EC. See image on front cover of this magazine. Be quick as advertising elsewhere. $850 ONO. Contact: Adam Howley, resources@subaru4wdvic.com.au "Taurus" brand roof mounted cargo pod: Approximately 300 litre size and lockable. It is in excellent condition as it has only been used once. A great way of taking that 'little bit extra' on holiday.

The pod comes with all mounting hardware to secure to roof racks, and has internal straps to secure loose items. $180 o.n.o.

Contact: Jessica Walsh, events@subaru4wdvic.com.au

RESOURCES Club Clothing prices: Polo - $30 Double-sided vest - $60 Long sleeved fleece top - $65 Storm jacket - $110 Cap $25 Contact David Wilson to order items on 0429 942 724 or email: dw@subaru4wdvic.com.au Page: 13

CLUB CA Date

Event

2011 SEP

OCT

Tues 27

General Meeting

Sun 2

Working Bee for 35th Birthday Bash

Tues 4

Committee Meeting

Thurs 6 to Sun 9

Leisurefest - S4WDCV club stand volunteers needed

Tues 11

Magazine deadline for articles, reports, etc

Sat 15 – Sun 16 Oct

Club birthday bash

Sat 22 – Tues 1 Nov

Lake Eyre

Tues 25

General Meeting

Sat 29 Oct – Tue 1 Border Track Nov

NOV/DEC

Tues 8 Nov

Committee Meeting

Sat 12 – Sun 13 Nov

Buchan Weekend Trip

Tues 15 Nov

Magazine deadline for articles, reports, etc

Sun 27 Nov

Christmas Party

First or second weekend in Dec

Oxfam Christmas Tree deliveries

Wed 28 Dec – Sat Christmas Trip 31 Dec Trip Standard

Sign

Vehicle Suitability

Easy Medium

All wheel drive and high range 4WD. Can be Suitable for medium clearance vehicles with d

Difficult Very Difficult

Suitable for medium to high clearance vehicles wit Suitable for high clearance vehicles with dual rang

ALENDAR Location

Standard Contact for further info.

Camberwell South Tennis Club

Damian Stock

Stock Farm, Woodside North Martin Foot, Hawthorn Sandown Racecourse

Damian Stock Peter Bellis Damian Stock Martin Foot

Stock Farm, Woodside North

Social

Damian Stock

Meet in Mildura

Jessica Walsh

t.b.a.

Damian Stock

Meet in Rainbow

Peter Bellis

t.b.a.

Peter Bellis

Buchan campsite

t.b.a.

t.b.a.

Martin Foot

t.b.a.

Social

Blackburn South to allocated areas t.b.a.

t.b.a.

Peter Bellis t.b.a.

David Wilson

low clearance with single range and road tyres. dual range and all terrain or road tyres.

th dual range and all terrain tyres. ge and tyres suitable for the terrain (eg. mud terrain tyres).

Cost

SUBARU NEWS SUBARU XV CROSSOVER DEBUTS IN FRANKFURT AUSTRALIAN LAUNCH LIKELY Source: themotorreport.com.au

14 Sept 11

Subaru's high-riding XV crossover has made its production debut at Frankfurt this week, following its unveiling in concept form at April's Shanghai Auto Show.

Based on the new 2012 Impreza, the new jacked-up small Subaru has yet to be confirmed for Australia - although a local launch appears likely.

"XV offers a clear indication of Subaru’s design direction from now on. There’s lots of great new Subaru technology in this sub compact SUV, making it a real fun machine," Subaru Australia MD Nick Senior said.

“We’ll look forward to bringing more XV news to Australia very soon.”

Among the XV-specific features are an unpainted black lower bumper and black wheel arch guards - but the concept's chrome roof rails look to have fallen off.

A new third-generation 2.0 litre boxer-engine sits under the bonnet of the XV, sending 110kW and 196Nm of torque through Subaru's 'symmetrical' all-wheel-drive system.

Internationally, the XV will be offered with either a CVT automatic transmission with paddle shifts, or a traditional six-speed manual.

Fuel consumption with the manual transmission is listed at 6.9 l/100km for the manual, and 6.6 l/100km for the CVT. Watch for news on an Australian debut to come in the following months.

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SUBARU NEWS HIGHLIGHTS OF THE SUBARU XV FROM THE FRANKFURT MOTOR SHOW Source: Subaru Australia, subaru.com.au/newxv

13 Sept 11

• New generation Subaru design including hawk-eye headlights, 17-inch alloy wheels with pattern unique to the model, and classic hexagonal grille.

• Advanced easy-to-operate Multi-Function Displays - information and entertainment systems offer great driver interaction and encourage economical driving, with extensive efficiency updates available.

• Excellent fuel efficiency and low emissions from the new generation 2.0 litre horizontally-opposed Boxer engine – light, smooth and compact, with great torque from low speed.

• New super-efficient and smooth transmissions – choice of Lineartronic™ Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) with paddle shift and frugal sixspeed manual.

• Spacious, convenient cabin with excellent ride comfort and quality – attention to detail in soft finishes, switch gear, seating and instruments.

• Full Subaru safety suite: – Seven SRS airbags, including driver’s knee airbag – Fantastic field of vision – A -pillars and wing mirrors specifically positioned to minimize blind spots – Significant engineering advances in structural strength - latest application of Subaru’s Dynamic Chassis Control Concept – High tensile steel plate means reduced weight body one of lightest in class, but strength and bending stiffness optimized for crashworthiness. *Please note: All information is based on FHI European specifications Page: 17

CLUB MEETING MINUTES A General Meeting of the Subaru 4WD Club of Victoria Inc was held on Tuesday, 30th August 2011 at the Balwyn Library starting at 8:15pm.

1. Present Jean Bellis, Peter Bellis, Jessica Walsh, Martin Foot, Bob Marshall, Ruth Marshall, Glenys Howell, Brian Howell, Elaine Milkins, Phil Milkins, Damian Hough, Paul Saleeba, Beverly Davison, Andrew Jantke, Lisa Jantke, Adam Howley, Damian Stock, Dale Rebgetz, Michael Dickman, Matt McConaghy, Jamie Scott, Les Scott, Rick Koster, 2. Apologies: Kerry Bright, Elaine Hyde.

3. Visitors: Pat Hadley, Rob Anwyl.

4. Welcome: A welcome was extended to all members and visitors.

5. Minutes of the Previous General Meeting The minutes of the July 2011 General Meeting were accepted without amendment after being moved by Brian Howell and seconded by Jessica Walsh.

There was no business arising from the minutes.

6. Correspondence 6.1 In Magazines from Subaru 4WD Club of South Australia Mount Gambier & District 4WD Club Subaru 4WD Club of Queensland Prospectors’ & Miners’ Association – Victoria Royal Automobile Club of Victoria Land Rover Owners’ Club of Victoria Pajero 4WD Club – Victoria Nissan 4x4 Club Subaru & Recreational 4WD Club - NSW 4WD Victoria Raffle tickets Page: 18

CLUB MEETING MINUTES Notice of general / club presidents’ meeting Discounted tickets for 4x4 Show Advertising material Big Country Campers Royal Flying Doctor Service 6.2 Out Subaru Docklands 7. Reports 7.1 Resources Jessica volunteered to revamp the club’s first aid kits.

Committee welcomed.

position

remains

vacant.

Volunteers

are

7.2 Editor As per the magazine.

Will put together a collection of past magazines for handing out at Leisurefest.

7.3 Trip and Social Jessica volunteered to become Trip & Social Co-ordinator.

Refer to the middle pages of the magazine for the club calendar.

Leisurefest Need some to attract visitors into the stand, such as a bowl of lollies, continuous loop video.

Need to ensure that the club’s brochures on the 4WD Victoria stand (after being updated).

7.4 Venue Refer to the middle pages of the magazine for the club calendar.

Committee position is currently vacant.

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CLUB MEETING MINUTES May get back into our regular meeting place for the September meeting.

7.5 Membership.

Four membership renewals.

One new member – welcome to Matt McConaghy.

7.6 Treasurer Operating account balance is currently $2,428.20.

Payments: Printing costs for July and August magazine.

4WD Victoria affiliation fees.

7.7 Secretary: Nothing to report.

7.8 President Thanks to the committee for attending the planning day. Ideas from the meeting are noted in the August magazine.

4WD Victoria – will be attending the club presidents’ / special general meeting in a few weeks time.

Club members need to keep their personal information sheets kept in their vehicle glovebox up to date.

8. General Business 8.1 Thank you to everyone who attended St Stephen’s Anglican Church trivia night.

8.2 Peter and Katie were married last Saturday.

8.3 Congratulations to Michael Dickman who has recently become engaged to Kerry Bright.

8.4 Committee elections/nominations: Jessica Walsh – trip and social co-ordinator Adam Howley – resources officer.

Venue co-ordinator and vice-president positions remain vacant.

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CLUB MEETING MINUTES 9. Fines and Fun 9.1 Nametags: Rick Koster, Michael Dickman.

9.2 Last to Meeting: Rick Koster.

9.3 Trips 9.3.1 Snow trip Headed up to Mt Terrible. windscreens but that was it.

Saw some snow on the

Martin Foot – for retreating down Mt Terrible track in reverse.

Jamie Scott – for the Landcruiser not making it up the same track.

David Wilson – car developing overheating problems.

Jamie Scott – for getting stuck on a subsequent track near the hut.

Adam Howley – for not making it up the same track.

Martin Foot – for having to change his pants on the track.

David Wilson – for not making it up the track up near the hut.

9.3.2 Committee Planning Day Damian Stock – for drowning his quad bike in the creek (still not working).

9.4 Total fines collected - $5.30.

10. Guest Speaker Rob Anwyl of MSP/Polytron, presented a very informative and interesting talk on advanced lubricants.

11. Meeting closed at 10:15pm and was followed by supper.

12. The next meeting will be held on Tuesday 27th September, 2011 commencing at 8pm.

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COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Minutes of the meeting of the committee of the Subaru 4WD Club of Victoria Inc held on Tuesday, 6th September, 2011 at the home of Andrew Jantke starting at 7:40pm.

1. Present Andrew Jantke, Bob Marshall, Dale Rebgetz, Phil Milkins, Jessica Walsh, Martin Foot, Peter Bellis, Adam Howley, Damian Stock.

2. Apologies None.

3. Quorum A quorum was achieved with 9 committee members present.

4. Minutes of the Previous Meeting 4.1 Minutes of the August 2011 committee meeting were accepted without amendment.

4.2 Business Arising from the Minutes and Outstanding Actions 4.2.1 Club Survey Will be posted out to members who have not previously replied.

4.2.2 Club Website Martin is seeking assistance from Michael Hartsborne to overcome some technical issues.

Dale has offered his services.

4.2.3 Copy of MS-Publisher for Editor Martin can source a copy for USD $129.

Damian to investigate alternate sources.

4.2.4 Camberwell South Tennis Club Renovations are completed.

We will be back there for the September 2011 meeting.

4.2.5 Club Magazine Distribution List Feedback is sought as to other parties that would be interested in being added to the club’s electronic Page: 22

COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES

magazine distribution list.

4.2.6 Magazine and Photograph Archive Cynthia has a complete archive of the club’s magazine.

Club needs to catalogue and scan photographs from club activities. Dale has offered to help with the task next year.

4.2.7 Vehicle Insurance Insurance cover for member’s vehicles on club trips must be at least third party.

This is stipulated in the constitution.

Phil has updated the membership renewal so that it states the third party insurance requirement.

5. Correspondence 5.1 In 4WD Victoria Delegates’ briefing sheet.

Notice of special Club Presidents’ meeting.

Advertising material.

Volks-Baru – payment of advertising.

Membership application.

Person enquiring about the sale of NSW registration plates with the name “SOUBE”.

5.2 Out Subaru Docklands opportunities.

–

investigation

6. Reports 6.1 Resources Have nothing to report.

Need to get details of resources from David.

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promotional

COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES 6.2 Trip and Social See elsewhere in magazine for details.

The Subaru 4WD Club of Queensland is heading down to Victoria mid next year. Will organise a combined snow trip.

Future trip suggestions: Wombat state forest Grampians Narbethong Club first aid kits Jessica is updating them.

Jessica suggested that the club purchase a St John’s major leisure trip kit for extended trips and a small kit for other easier trips.

Notification of club trips needs to be at least 2 months before the trip so that it can be advertised in the club’s magazine.

6.3 Venue See elsewhere in magazine for details.

If Greg Smith is not available for September, will then try OffRoad Storage.

Future possibilities: LED vehicle lighting.

Hema Mapping.

Telstat – 80 channel CB radios.

6.4 Membership Received a membership application from Mick Noonan.

Received a family membership renewal.

6.5 Editor As per the magazine.

Editorial deadline is Tuesday 15th September 2011.

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COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES The club needs to investigate social media (such as Facebook) for increasing its profile, particularly amongst younger adults. Adam to initiate and liaise with Martin.

6.6 Treasurer Current bank account balance is $3,004.40.

6.7 Secretary Will need to publish the outcomes of the July general meeting and the annual general meeting in the next magazine.

6.8 President Trying to organise a meeting with Subaru Docklands with regards to promoting the club to their customers. Options include a 6-month club membership with Subaru Docklands and the club splitting the cost of membership 50/50.

Seeking some support from Docklands with regards to the club’s 35th birthday.

The club’s brochure needs to be updated. Adam will revise and liaise with Damian.

Thank you to the committee members who made it to the planning day at Woodside.

7. Leisurefest Have 22 members manning the stand over the 4 days.

Damian is organising various club signs and banners for use at the stand (and any subsequent events).

Need a large size screen to run videos of club trips – source tba.

Need a large lolly jar to attract people into the stand.

8. Club’s 35th Birthday Bash Damian needs pallets to construct a dance floor.

Damian will co-ordinate with Cynthia regarding entertainment and salads.

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COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES and silverside). Damian will investigate another source.

BYO alcohol and the club will supply soft drinks.

Camping available on-site. Off-site accommodation available at Woodside and Yarram.

Cost per person is $25.

Breakfast – bacon, eggs, bread and orange juice (cook your own).

Working bee to organise the site – Sat 1 to Sun 2 October 2011.

9. General Business Andrew queried about public liability insurance and whether we could source it cheaper from elsewhere. Concern was expressed that the current coverage is achieved regardless of the number of members the club has. Andrew to have current insurance evaluated another insurance provider.

Lift Kits for Foresters 10. Next Meeting will be held on Tuesday 4th October 2011 at 7:30pm at the home of Martin Foot. Meeting will be chaired by Martin.

11. Meeting closed at 10:45pm.

Club members at Schramms Cottage in July on the Germantown day trip

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FOUR WHEEL DRIVE VICTORIA TRAINING CALENDAR October 2011 Friday 7th Proficiency Course (PC111008) Theory - Nth Balwyn Saturday 8th Proficiency Course (PC111008) Practical – Werribee Monday 10th Chainsaw Course (CS111015) Theory - Nth Balwyn Saturday 15th Chainsaw Course (CS111015) Practical - Tallarook Sunday 16th Chainsaw Course (CS111015) Practical – Tallarook Friday 21st Proficiency Course (PC111022) Theory - Nth Balwyn Friday 21st Proficiency Course (WC111023) Theory - Nth Balwyn Saturday 22nd Proficiency Course (PC111022) Practical – Werribee Sunday 23rd Women’s 4X4 Course (WC111023) Practical – Werribee ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------November 2011 Thursday 3rd Proficiency Course (PC111105) Theory - Nth Balwyn Saturday 5th Proficiency Course (PC111105) Practical – Werribee Friday 4th Advanced 4x4 Course (ADV111105) Practical - Tallarook Saturday 5th Advanced 4x4 Course (ADV111105) Practical – Tallarook Sunday 6th Advanced 4x4 Course (ADV111105) Practical - Tallarook Monday 7th Chainsaw Course (CS111112) Theory - Nth Balwyn Saturday 12th Chainsaw Course (CS111112) Practical - Tallarook Sunday 13th Chainsaw Course (CS111112) Practical – Tallarook Friday 18th Proficiency Course (PC111119) Theory - Nth Balwyn ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FWDV can be contacted on (03) 9857 5209 or e-mail: training@fwdvictoria.org.au Contact S4WDCV Secretary Peter Bellis, secretary@subaru4wdvic.com.au regarding attendance at FWDV courses as a club discount may apply.

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