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Australian Vauxhall News
Official Journal of the Vauxhall Owners Club of Australia SN 1038-5711
Incorporation No A0021542J
Australian Registered Body No 088471550 website: www.vauxhall.org.au
The largest Vauxhall - Bedford Club in Australia
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What’s Inside:
FOR CHANGE OF ADDRESS and Subscription Enquiries National Secretary John Reid 19 Stewart Street, ARTARMON NSW 2064 Email: jandlreid@smartchat.net.au Ph: (02) 9419 3686 Mob: 0410 075 119
• Club Contacts .. Pg2 • National Presidents’ notes .. Pg3 • Welcome New Members .. Pg3 • News from NSW .. pg4 • Western Australia’s Notes .. Pg 6
DEADLINE 10th of the Month Please mention your STATE for AVN Email: AVNEditor@gmail.com Carol Rickard - Editor 177 West Portland Road EBENEZER 2756 NSW Ph (02) 4579 1005 Mob: 0408 287 724
• Kid’s Corner .. Pg8 • Bedford & Vauxhall Marketplace .. Pg9
CLUB SERVICES
SPARES SALES 1738 VEHICLE DATING
GEOFF WELLS
LEIGH WH1TF1ELD
• International Rally Ireland .. Pg10
GEOFF TRENGOVE
• 2015 Van Nationals Bathurst NSW .. Pg12
CLUB REGALIA
• Update from Victoria & Tasmania .. Pg14
PRESIDENT
• Constitution - proposed amendments .. Pg16 • In Memorium .. Pg18 • Queensland News .. Pg19 • South Australia & Northern Territory Notes .. Pg21 • 2016 National Rally Update .. Pg22 • Editor’s Ramblings .. Pg 23 •
Letter to Editor .. Pg 23
• State Snapshots & Can you help .. Pg24
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GORDON McKlNNON PHIL VIRGONA JR. RON CAP1L
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NATIONAL COMMITTEE PETER SARA
VICE PRESIDENT
DAVID RIDGEWAY
com SECRETARY
JOHN REID
TREASURER KARON WHITFIELD LIBRARIAN CHRIS VARTY SPARES OFFICER GEOFF WELLS PUBLIC OFFICER DAVID EVANS
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STATE COMMITTEE CONTACTS
VICTORIA & TASMANIA SARAH CLARK, Secretary,
Ph (03) 9753 5550 Mob 0400 16 67 67 Email clarky@labyrinth.net.au
QUEENSLAND David Ridgway, President
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NSW & ACT PETER SARA, President
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SOUTH AUSTRALIA & NORTHERN TERRITORY DAVID EVANS, President Mob 0417 882 131 WESTERN AUSTRALIA CLINT HORLEY, President
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Email peter.sara@optusnet.com.au Email davidevanstaff@gmail.com Email: tqsp51@iinet.net.au
The views expressed in the Australian Vauxhall News are not necessarily those of the Vauxhall Owners Club of Australia Inc, its Office Bearers or Editor. The Editor always endeavours to acknowledge sources of material accessed from outside the Clubs Membership but may occasionally inadvertently fail to do so, in which case an apology is extended to the owners of the copyright and a suitable acknowledgement will be made. Editors of the kindred magazines are invited to use the material contained in the AVN, except where copyright belongs to a third party, in which case appropriate protocols should be observed.
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A Note from the National President Dear Members, The National committee met during July. We covered a variety of topics one being changes to our constitution. John has provided the proposed amendments in this issue of the AVN. Please take the time to review the recommended changes. These amendments will be voted on at the next National AGM. The Committee also discussed the possibility of selective advertising in the AGM. This advertising will be open to sponsors that can provide national coverage of products/services that are relevant to our club e.g. wiring harness providers, Motor re-conditioners, Historic vehicle insurers etc. This initiative will provide : Details of providers that will facilitate the restoration and maintenance of vehicles. Will also provide additional income to be used for member services. The committee will utilise opportunities to use this initiative without reducing the content of the magazine. Thankyou to Karon Whitfield for researching and preparation of information for suppliers/sponsors. If you want to obtain the ‘Supplier /Sponsor Information Pack’ for potential opportunities please contact Karon. The National Rally Survey results are in. Thank you to those that took the time to participate in the survey. In summary the results can be best summed up by one member’s comments: “I would prefer the AGM and National Rally to be held together, but I would like there to be flexibility in when the National Rally can be held - away from the hottest months. If changing the constitution to achieve this can’t be done, then separating the two events is my next option.” For those members wishing to view the full results. It can obtained from the Website - click on ‘Members Section’. You will be asked for a password which is vaux45 Regards
Peter Sara
The National Committee of the Vauxhall Owners’ Club of Australia Inc. & our Members would like to take this opportunity to ..
Welcome NEW MEMBERS: Robert Cooling
Monbulk Vic,
1962 PA Cresta
Douglas Flett Sydenham Vic, ‘57 Velox sedan (previously owned by his father) Brian Tyler
Alphington Vic
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1950 Velox Caleche
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New South Wales UPCOMING EVENTS 2015 – additional details of Events available on the Vauxhall Website ‘NSW Events’ 16 AUGUST – The Shannons Sydney Classic at Sydney Motorsport Park - Eastern Creek – Over 1900 Veteran & Classic vehicles form 150 clubs on display &n on parade. There will also be an an opportunity for those with club tickets to take your vehicle for a spin around the track. A wide range of other activities including music, Markets Rock ‘N’ roll dancing, art show & much more – a day out for the whole family. A limited number of club purchased tickets available contact Phil Virgona ph: 0417297041 phillipvirgona@bigpond.com. 30 AUGUST - All British Display Day & Fair at Kings School – 87-129 Pennant Hills rd, North Parramatta. This is also the NSW Vauxhall judging & presentation day. NOTE DATE PUBLISHED PREVIOUSLY WAS INCORRECT! – over 50 car clubs represented. A great day out for the whole family including rides, markets, music, entertainment, art display/sale, food & much more. Tickets available from Andrew O’Connor 0438694838 lenoreoconnor@ hotmail.com. 18/19/20th SEPTEMBER - Weekend Away at Oberon & Jenolan Caves. The Jenolan Caravan Park is holding cabin and van sites for us for bookings under VOCA until the 21st August Anyone interested will have to make their booking by that date because of the school holidays. The park’s number is 02 6336034, ask for Rebecca - remember to mention VOCA or Ross Delves, when you ring. We will be visiting Jenolan Caves on Saturday where there will be opportunities for a range of activities including Jenolan Caves tours, BBQ/Picnic lunch, exploring historic site, bushwalks etc. Please check on the Jenolan Caves website for tour times and prices. Other activities in the area include the spectacular Mayfield Water Gardens, opportunity for gem fossicking, historic villages & local shops. Accommodation Cost details; around $110 per cabin, (depending on size), additional adults $15 per night, children 2-16 $10 per night each, powered van sites $35 per night. Other motels are available. Please register your intentions to attend with numbers to Helen Sara so that activities & access to group discounts may be arranged. hsara@optusnet.com.au 11th OCTOBER - Mater Dei Country Fair; - entrance Kirkham Lane Camden, cars to arrive from 8:00am. The Vauxhall Club, Campbelltown Historic Vehicle August
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Club and other Clubs, have been invited. 25 October - Kids’ Day - Sydney Indoor Climbing Gym, at 5/850 Woodville Road, Villawood (at the back of Bunnings). Meet on site at 10.30am. This is a world standard facility which is suitable for all ages and abilities. Unlimited climbing time. Instructions and lessons will be given, Waiver of Liability forms must be filled in on the day. Only those participating need to pay, view with no fee. Suitable clothing and footwear should be worn. Cost $26 adults, $24 students, $20 under 12s, $70 family. Shoe hire and chalk bags available but not strictly necessary. PAST EVENTS – GM DISPLAY DAY – Penrith Panthers At the 42nd GM Display Day there were 200 vehicles on display. In attendance were: Tony Virgona – 1962 Cresta Peter Sara – 1940 Caleche Chris McClure – 1962 Velox Jackie Orford – 1965 Viva George & Barbara – DX Graeme & Samuel Johnson – 1949 L Phil & Phil Virgona – 1962 John Reid – 1956 E Utility. Congratulations to the winners on day (Photos opposite): Car of the Day – George & Barbara Seymour, Best Club Plated Vehicle - John Reid & Best Displayed Vehicle - Graeme Johnson. GM Car of the Day Trophy – 1939 Oldsmobile. Extra badges available form Tony Virgona at $5 each. Those who attended enjoyed themselves despite the weather being one of the coldest Sydney July days on record. ANNUAL DINNER The annual dinner was held at the Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron at Kirribilli. The 33 diners who attended all enjoyed the cuisine, hospitality and wonderful views. A huge thank you to John Maclurcan for organising the event.
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Above: Len & Joy Douglas, Celine, Rene, Danique & Tristan Chaperon, Jill & Keith Cullimore & Alan Cheetham at Dinner. Jim Selkirk sorting parts at Danny Sims Shed and Unloading parts at Gingin - Brian Linthorne & Jim Selkirk Below: 4 Viva’s at Toodyay – Danny Sims property
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BRITISH CAR DAY GINGIN: The day wasn’t off to a good start with the weather forecast predicting showers. I am sure this put a lot of regular attendees off coming but we still had a pretty good turnout. Geraldine and Roly Miller left home at 4.30am to attend the and due to the weather spent quite a lot of time in their vehicle. They were spotted by the media and a photo appeared in The Northern Valley News.
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Cars on display were Selkirk’s Bedford Camper, Linthorne’s Viva, Alison Cooper’s Ute, Ron Mallard’s Victor, Horley’s Ute, and Allatt’s and Miller’s J’s. Non-members who had a Vauxhall on display were Jason Ferris with a 50’s Velox (which previously belonged to Clive Morgan, and it was great to see the vehicle again after a long time), David & Beverley Antrill with a PADX Cresta and someone with a 1977 CF Bedford (didn’t find out who it was!). Also in attendance were Sue Churn and Kevin Clarke with their buses and in moderns were Terry Duke, Rene, Celine, Danique & Tristan Chaperon and Debra Selkirk & Steve Lemney. COUNTRY WEEKEND AWAY TO TOODYAY: Toodyay is only an hour away from Perth, even less for the Selkirk’s and Linthorne’s, so for them it was great to have a short trip to get to an event. They left on Friday afternoon and were settled in at the caravan park well and truly by evening. Both couples were tenting!! A nice park situated on the banks of the beautiful Avon River. Celine and Rene had already set up their camper when they arrived and grandson Tristan was cycling around the Caravan Park on his bicycle. Staying at the caravan park were those mentioned above as well as Laurie & Jo Lupton in their AVan, Debra, Jack & Steve in a camper, and Des & Tina shared a cabin with Dave & Sue Churn. At the second caravan park in town were Norm & Pam Johnson and Len & Joy Douglas. The following members stayed at a hotel in town – Alan Cheetham, Keith & Jill Cullimore, Clint & Merelyn Horley and Jack & Nadia Watson. Rob & Lucy Hore drove up on the Saturday after having dropped their granddaughter off at Gidgegannup and joined us for dinner at the hotel before driving back home. Rob was going to the Eagles game the next day so they couldn’t stay. On Sunday there were more day visitors who joined us – Ron Millard, Martin & Tina Brett and Eion & Pauline Allatt. Saturday night was a dinner at the Victoria Hotel and this turned out to be a great night. There were two large tables between everyone and there was lots of fun and laughter going on at both tables. The food was very good and the service excellent. Sunday saw everyone meet at local member Danny & Michelle Sims property. Danny had invited the club to look at his vehicles and he also had a large quantity of spare parts (many for Vauxhalls) which he had come by from an ex VOCA member. Jim, with the help of a few members went through lots of these. Danny donated these parts to the Club and Jim went back a few days later and picked them up. It was agreed at the next meeting that a donation be given to Danny for these parts which are now in a shed at Jim’s property in Gingin and are available for sale to any members. August
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After the ladies had a look around Danny’s shed they sat outside in the sunshine underneath the trees and had a pleasant time talking and watching the sheep and Alpaca in the adjoining paddock. Sue, Merelyn, Tina and Hellen cut up rolls, onions etc and Danny cooked sausages on his barbecue for everyone. It was a very enjoyable morning. Most headed into the town for a look around before heading either home or back to their respective accommodation. Keith & Jill Cullimore joined Selkirk’s and their mob at the caravan park for a BBQ tea and there was a roaring fire going in an old truck rim, which Tristan & Jack were happy to keep fed with wood. Of course, marshmallows were toasted on the fire later in the night!! All in all, a very enjoyable weekend was had by those who attended. ANNUAL DINNER: The 2015 dinner was held at the Wing Bo Chinese Restaurant in Maylands. It was a very mixed banquet menu and a change from the usual quite formal annual birthday dinners. However, the venue was great - we had our own section - and the food was delicious (and plenty of it). Thanks to Donelle for the table decorations, they were lovely and if you wanted to you could purchase one of the gorgeous Buddha’s she had on each table. There was a good turnout (44 by my count) with both old and new members attending as well as 4 children. Mandy Cahill came along with Hellen & Jim and she enjoyed catching up with members who know her, also it was nice to see Sue White from Kalgoorlie attending. YORK MOTOR SHOW: The day didn’t start off too well as there was a very heavy fog and it could have been quite dangerous up in the hills. I usually like to travel early but because of the fog didn’t leave till 8.30am and still encountered some heavy fog in the dips on the road to York, but arrived safely. The weather must have discouraged quite a few because there didn’t seem to be as many cars on display this year. We had 5 cars - Kevin Clarke, Terry Duke and Brian Johnston (Collie) , each in their E Velox, Kevin Lupton in his Tourer ‘Elliott’ and Donelle Phillips in her Viva. Two other members Robert Ingley and Graeme Murray were spotted during the day. The weather didn’t deter the public, there was a good crowd, it was just a shame more members didn’t take advantage to represent the Club and have an enjoyable run in their beautiful Vauxhalls. Thanks to Donelle Phillips for this write-up. WESTERN AUSTRALIAN EVENTS see Page 15. -
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It’s Kids Corner! For the YOUNG and YOUNG AT HEART!
AND find George the Griffin! August
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Vauxhall & Bedford Marketplace WANTED: The glass face on the speedo for a 1949 L Model. Please contact Graeme Johnson NSW if you can help 0404 072 187 FOR SALE 1954 Vauxhall Vagabond excellent condition inside and out. Red with black hood. Full QLD rego - 250TSI Vin Number - EIP11305 $30,000 Contact Keith and Lorn ph - 0738040510 mobile - 0419700633
WANTED: Two parts for a 1965 PB Vauxhall Cresta: · Chrome strip which covers the window rubber screen on the rear left window. · Cresta Emblem on the boot (right hand side) Andrew O’Connor QLD Member no 14/3385-F 0417 115 492 occawen@gmail.com FOR SALE: 1949 Australian L model , garaged since 1987. Needs work, hopefully no major repair ! Price $ 5,500 neg Contact Eugene VIC phone 0423 610 480 WANTED Colin Pattinson, Doncaster East, Victoria - 0410 794 424 – 1962 PAX – tail light lenses. FOR SALE Roy Junghenn, Elwood, Victoria - 03 9531 7663 – ‘J’ bonnet and 2 front guards.
VX 4/90 FOR SALE. Not running. It’s 1962/63 model ?. The motor was remove about 20 years ago due a major problem with it. The owner was going to put a Corolla motor it in. However this did not happen. It has been stored in a shed for the last 20 years. The motor and gear box is lying around some where? Over all it is solid vehicle. However some rust in the 1/4 panel and in the bottom of the doors. Contact Kelly on 0428646637. Open to offers Vehicle is located Coleambally (Near Griffith NSW)
FOR SALE: 1964 Vauxhall Victor sedan; 4cyl column 3 speed; Engine, brakes, suspension and carby recently overhauled. Light green paint & interior. In good condition. Club rego not transferrable. $6,500. oo ONO Phone Ron 0419 621 355, Suzanne 0407 165 957 or Simone 0422 467 319. Gosford NSW. FOR SALE: 1962 FB VICTOR Sedan Yellow body, white roof. Runs and drives. New battery. Very good body and interior for age. Needs a new water pump and engine smokey. $1900 please contact Chris Lanchester, Glandore SA 0407 973 717 or cllanch@ outlook.com 1962 CRESTA AUTO FOR SALE. Vehicle located at Beecroft NSW. & has been well maintained by owner & is in excellent condition. Has PA 1962 number plates. Car is currently registered. Contact Wayne on 0413610200 Asking price $12,500 ono.
WANTED: Head to suit VX490 - please contact Darryl Waters (Victoria) 0419 946 444 if you can assist. Members, when you are placing advertisements in the AVN, could you please ensure you include: YOUR STATE; YOUR CONTACT DETAILS (INCLUDING A PHONE NO. not all members have Internet available; VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION; & PRICE. If these details are not included, your add might not be included in the AVN. Many Thanks Ed. August
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Vauxhall Bedford Opel Owners International Rally May 2015 T
his years International Rally was held in glorious weather in the County of Cork, Ireland, There was barely a spot of rain on any day to spoil the fun.
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he events, and possibly the weather, were capably organised by the VBOI Irish representative Bill Ryan. The weekend started on the Friday afternoon. After booking in to the Mallow Hibernian Hotel and Leisure Centre, attendees had the option of a short run to the Wildlife Park before we all met at the hotel bar in preparation for the welcome dinner. Rally attendees had travelled from England, Holland, Switzerland, Belgium and 4 members of VOCAustralia, joining a number of members from Ireland.
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he largest group of cars were the 18 from England, followed by 13 cars from Holland. Cars in attendance included a 14/40, two 20/60s (one Holden bodied), DX, Js , Es, PAs, HAs, FC, FDs, FEs, Firenza, Manta and more recent Vauxhall models.
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he following morning was the first of our full day touring itineries. Firstly it was a drive, lead by Bill Ryan in his FD Victor 3.3 police special in full Gardia livery, through Cork to Cobh (pronounced Cove) Harbour. This historic harbour was the last port for the Titanic’s maiden voyage. Cobh Harbour is the second largest deep water harbour in the world – second only to Sydney Harbour. It was also the point of emigration for many Irish migrants to Australia and the USA during the 19th century. Our visit to Cobh included a harbour cruise with a very informative commentary by the cruise ship captain.
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fter lunch in Cobh we drove around the harbour foreshore till we reached Camden Fort on the western headland. This is an underground fort constructed in the 1840s to provide protection for the harbour and the British fleet. Bill had arranged for the Fort to be opened for a private guided tour of his guests. A pleasant drive in convoy through the countryside got us back to Mallow in time for dinner and our evening’ s entertainment. After dinner we enjoyed a display of Irish Dancers before the band August
arrived to get us on the dance floor till midnight. Special mention must be made of the dancing proess of both Bill Ryan and our own VOCA NSW member Brian Brenner, who tirelessly and professionally smoozed the ladies around the dance floor for several hours.
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unday morning we cadged a ride with Mick and Beryl Johnson from the UK in their black 1954 Velox. We all left in convoy for a private visit to the Kilgarvan Motor Museum. This small family run museum contained an eclectic range of cars on display, including Rolls Royce, DKW, Auto Union, Steyer, Alvis and a one owner FB Victor Deluxe. Perhaps the most photographed exhibit was an early 1950’s “barn find” Buick 2 door. So rusty and decrepit that it would surely disintergrate if someone tried to retrieve it. We carried on to Kinmare for lunch, then toured along the lakes before returning via Killarney to our hotel base.
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hat night we enjoyed another sumptuous 3 course dinner before our farewell speeches. This was a most enjoyable Rally with wonderful camarardrie among the delegates. They came from so many countries with a common interest in the products of Vauxhall Motors Luton. Many thanks Bill Ryan for the efforts you put in to making this such an interesting and fun Rally for those who attended.
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reland is a great country for driving. There are many motorways with nowhere near the traffic volume that you find in the UK or other parts of Europe. The National Roads (highways) are generally pretty well kept as well. Motorway speed limit is 120kph. The rest of the Irish roads mostly have three speed limits – 100kph, 60kph and “Stuck behind a tractor”. Before we picked up our rental car we were told you can treat the speed limits either as a guide or a target!
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Following a very soggy Sat Easter Sunday morning for the all shapes and sizes present,
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Nationals - Bathurst
turday night, the sun shined over Bathurst on e 2015 Van Nationals. With at least 200 vans in there were more than a few Bedfords on show.
e full glamour makeover, here is a selection of hotos from the event.
ona & Tracey Selke for supplying these photo’s. - ED.
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Victoria & Tasmania PAST EVENTS: 14 JUNE – DONNYBROOK HOTEL – PUB RUN Yet again, we had a great ‘Pub run’ on a ‘sun drenched winter day’! Some of the participants joined with the Austin A 40 club members at Village Green car park and drove in convoy to Plenty Road, Mill Park which was our next assembly point (Bunnings Car Park). Many more members joined in, on the next phase of our journey to Woodstock. Known as Mini Mexico City, this is the most amazing place I`ve ever seen, with a heavy touch and influence of ‘Eldorado’ being blended into a re-designed Aussie landscape and I felt as if we were in the middle of America!. The creativity, craftsmanship and artistry involved, in the wooden buildings, other displays and structures were simply breath taking. We all had a good time there, followed by lunch at The Donnybrook Hotel. The food was great and let me express, once more, it was our privilege to have this event combined with the Austin A 40 club. We had 11 Austins, 11 Vauxhalls and 61 participants representing both clubs. Our thanks to Eddie and June Madden for all the effort taken, well done! Those in attendance were Bob and Joyce Brumby, PA, Hugh and Elaine Walker, Carlton, Kav and Dishni Fernando, E sedan, Eddie and June Madden, Viva, Andrew Yarnton, PA, Geoff and Shirley Wells, Cavalier, Chris and Helen Varty, Silent 80, Paul Calleja, L Caleche, Margaret and Ray Cripps, DX Roadster, Roger and Isabel Whitehand, L sedan, Roy Junghenn, Victor, John and Kate Harriman, Dianne and Andrew Johnson, Leigh and Karen Whitfield, Mary and Graham Griffiths, Glenn, Debbi and Lindsay Hubbard, Maree and Robert Berry were all in moderns.
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RENEWALS REMINDER! This is just a reminder that you will have received your renewals by now – please ensure that, if you have not paid already, that you do so before the end of this month. If you do not you will incur a $5 charge – there are no exceptions. Please ensure that you check all your details, send you’re completed and signed form to Hugh Walker even if you are submitting your payment via bank payment. If you are sending a cheque please ensure that it made out correctly otherwise it will be returned to you. Hugh must receive both the form and payment to process your new membership card. If you have not received your renewal, please contact Sarah Clark or Hugh Walker ASAP. If your renewal is not received by 31 August your membership will not be continuous and will start again. Please help us out with this as previously a great deal of time has been wasted chasing members after this cut off date. PLEASE SEND SARAH ALL SUBMISSIONS FOR AVN NO LATER THAN THE 6TH OF EACH MONTH
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COMING EVENTS:
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ALWAYS CHECK WEBSITE AT http://www.vauxhall.org.au/victoria-and-tasmania AS THIS IS UPDATED ASAP WITH CHANGES AND/ OR CONTACT THE CLUB AT LEAST 48 HOURS PRIOR TO THE EVENT TO CONFIRM THAT RUNS/MEETING ARE AS STILL AS IN PREVIOUS MONTH’S AVN AS THEY ARE ALL SUBJECT TO CHANGE OR CONTACT THE CLUB CONTACT DETAILS AT THE FRONT OF THE AVN IF CONTACT DETAILS ARE NOT PRINTED BELOW
11 OCTOBER - OLD AEROPLANE COMPANY (MUSEUM) – TYABB We will meet at The Stamford Hotel Car Park (cnr Stud and Wellington Roads) by 9 am, for 9.15 departure along Eastern Freeway for those not going direct. Arrive at the museum by 10 am. We will also visit the antique exhibition in Tyabb local area. BYO lunch, or use Café facilities in the area.
4 AUGUST – MONTHLY MEETING. Held at St Aidans Church Hall, Surrey Street, off Station St, BOX HILL SOUTH. Meeting begins at 8.00 pm (Melways 61 C1).
11 October – Alexandra Swap Meet. 18 October – Dunolly Swap Meet. 24 October – Sunraysia Swap Meet at Mildura. 25 October – Talbot Swap Meet.
9 AUGUST - MONTSALVAT, ELTHAM. Hillcrest Avenue, Eltham (Melways 22 A8) 10 am onwards. Montsalvat is Australia’s oldest artists’ community, set amid unique grounds and buildings, a place where art is made, taught, exhibited, performed and celebrated. Founded by Justus Jörgensen in 1934, Montsalvat, throughout its long and productive history, has nurtured the creation of art in all its forms – painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, film, jewellery, ceramics, glass, textiles, poetry and literature, drama, musical composition, performance and musical instrument making. Montsalvat is classified by the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) and is self-supporting: it receives no ongoing funding from state or federal governments. Those travelling from South Eastern/Eastern Suburbs are welcome to meet at The Village Green car park, cnr Springvale/ Ferntree Gully Roads by 9 am, for 9.15 am departure. We will travel along Springvale Road, Reynolds Road, Fitzsimons Road and Mount Pleasant Roads. BYO lunch or meals available at café in premises. For more information contact Hugh Walker, Andrew Johnson or Kav Fernando. 9 August – Cobram Swap Meet. 23 August – Skye and South West Swap Meet at Hamilton. 1 SEPTEMBER – MONTHLY MEETING. Details as above. 13 SEPTEMBER - CRANBOURNE GARDENS. (Birthday Run). (Bullarto Road/Botanic Drive cnr). Assembly point is The Stamford Hotel Car Park (cnr Stud and Wellington Roads) at 9.15 am for a 9.30 am departure along the SE Freeway for those not going direct. For more information contact Kav or Andrew. 13 September – Shepparton Swap Meet 20 September – Melton and Wallan Swap Meets. 3 October – Dimboola Swap Meet. 4 October – Cora Lynn Car Show and Swap Meet. 6 OCTOBER – MONTHLY MEETING. Details as August
HAPPY VAUXHALLING 2015 VICTORIA! ____________________________________________________________________________________
WESTERN AUSTRALIAN COMING EVENTS: AUGUST Tuesday 4th: General Meeting Sunday 16th: Day run - details will be emailed when known. Tuesday 18th: Committee Meeting SEPTEMBER Tuesday 1st: General Meeting Tuesday 15th: Committee Meeting Saturday 26th - Monday 28th: Camping Weekend. Details below for this weekend are from Laurie & Jo Lupton who are organising this event. If when reading this you haven’t booked, it is advisable to do so as soon as possible due to it being the Wildflower Season. The Wheatbelt town of Carnamah is the venue and the following information is for the interest of those who are planning to be there: Accommodation: Caravan Park - Phone: 9951 1785 Powered sites: $27.00 Chalets: $140.00 Hotel/Motel - Phone: 9951 1023 for info Meals: Saturday Night: Barbecue in Campers Kitchen (BYO Chairs) Sunday Night: Dinner at Bowling Club. (Numbers are required for this so could you please let either Donelle or Hellen know if you are attending.) OCTOBER Tue 6th: General Meeting Tue 20th: Committee Meeting Sun 25th: Display Day Updates on events are quite often sent out to all members from Hellen via email. If you are not receiving these for any reason, an email to Hellen with your up to date email address will get you added to the list. hellenjim@bigpond.com
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PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE NATIONAL CONSTITUTION OF THE VAUXHALL OWNERS CLUB OF AUSTRALIA INCORPORATED Dear Members, Your National Committee has had a number of meetings over the last 18 months during which we have discussed proposals to amend the Constitution. A number of amendments were put to members at the National Annual General Meeting (AGM) held at Marion South Australia in January this year. The amendments were all presented as one proposal and, due to the contentious nature of one of the amendments, they were defeated. The Committee has now drafted a new set of amendments that will be presented to Members at the next National AGM. This will be held during the National Rally at Horsham Victoria in January 2016. The proposed amendments may be grouped as follows: • Minor changes to references of the Club being not for profit, and to co-operate and affiliate with other organisations and road users (Definitions and Objectives) • Introduce references to the Bedford marque as well as the Vauxhall marque (Objectives and Article #1) • Officially update our way of recording, communicating and banking by including reference to internet based transactions, records and correspondence (Article #4(c), Article #8 and Article#9) • Correct some incorrect dates in the current Constitution (Article #3(c) and Article #9(e)) • Tidy up the wording relating to the holding of the AGM in January (Article#4(b)) • Specify what constitutes a quorum for an AGM (Article #4(d) and (e)) • Include the position of Regalia Officer on the Committee of Management of the National Executive (Article #7(a)) • Set out the responsibilities of the Regalia Officer in the Constitution of the Club (Article #14) • Clarify the positions of the four members of the National Spares Committee (Article #12(e)) A motion to amend the Articles of the Constitution will be put to members at the AGM next January. Listed below are the changed sections (alterations in bold italic) for you to view and consider. DEFINITIONS AND OBJECTIVES 1. (f) This Club shall be not for profit. 3. (a) To provide a means of uniting Vauxhall enthusiasts and promoting adequate assistance for preservation, restoration and use of all Vauxhall Motors products, thus ensuring the longevity of the Vauxhall and Bedford marques within Australia. 3. (e) To promote safety, friendship and courtesy on the road and between members of the Club and other
Road users.
3. (f) To co-operate, affiliate or associate with any other organisation having similar or related objectives to those of the Club. ARTICLES 1. (a) A member of the Club shall be any person of at least 16 years of age who has been admitted to membership of the Vauxhall Owners’ Club of Australia Inc., at the discretion of the State Committee of the State in which the member resides and who complies with the Rules of the Vauxhall Owners’ Club of Australia Inc. 1. (b) A full member must possess an eligible vehicle, i.e.: one bearing the Vauxhall or Bedford marque, or as defined by Article #1 sub-paragraph (e). 3. (c) New members joining after the 1st of May and before the 31st of July shall pay a full year’s subscription for the period to 31st July of the following year. 4.(c) (i) Proper minutes of all proceedings of meetings of the Club and of meetings of the Committee shall be entered within one (1) month after the relevant meeting saved in an electronic format, record or file kept for the purpose. August
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7. (a)
The management of the Club shall be vested in a Committee of Management consisting of: (i) President (ii) Vice President (iii) Treasurer (iv) Secretary (v) Editor (vi) Spares Officer (vii) Librarian (viii) Regalia Officer (ix) Vehicle Dating Officers (no voting powers)
7. (h) That in the event of a State Branch President not being able to attend a National Committee meeting the next most senior elected member of the Branch committee available shall have representational voting rights at the Committee meetings. In such cases the National Secretary is to be advised in writing prior to the National Committee meeting. 8. (a) The Committee, without meeting, may transact its business by post or email by vote upon proposed resolutions mailed with the approval of the President to members thereof. A period of three (3) weeks shall be allowed for the return of votes to the Secretary. The voting shall be considered closed at either the end of such period or at any time prior thereto if and when all Committee members have returned their votes. If at the end of such period a majority of the Committee members have not returned votes, the proposed resolution shall be deemed to have failed. 8. (b) The procedure as laid down for the Committee members voting by mail or email shall be adopted in the event of it being necessary to conduct a postal ballot amongst all members, or as defined in Article #6. 8. (d) A member shall be entitled to appoint in writing by post or email a natural person who is also a member of the club to be his/her proxy, and to attend and vote at any meeting of the Club. 9. (a) All cash or other monetary remittances are to be paid to the credit of the Club bank account, except where defined in VOCA National Spares operating procedure. 9. (b) All payments of every kind shall be made by cheque or electronic payments provided that urgent or small accounts may be settled in cash by any member of the Committee who, upon production of receipts, may be reimbursed by cheque on the Club account. 9. (c) The Club may use such bank as determined by the Committee. 9. (d) All cheques or electronic payments drawn on the Club account shall be signed or authorised by any two (2) of the President, Treasurer, Secretary, Editor and State President of the State in which the National Treasurer resides. All cheques or electronic payments drawn on the Club Regalia account shall be signed or authorized by the Regalia Officer and the State President of the State in which the Regalia Officer resides. 9. (d) (i)
All cheques or electronic payments drawn on the Club Spares account shall be signed or authorized by any two of the Spares Officer, Spares Assistant, National Treasurer and the State President of the State in which the Spares Officer resides. 9. (d) (ii)
9. (e) The Treasurer shall cause to be kept such proper records of account as may from time to time be determined by the Committee in which shall be shown all items of income and expenditure. The Treasurer shall present financial Statements at the AGM which will be published in the following months AVN newsletter, and a balance sheet shall be presented at the Annual General Meeting. 10. (c) The Editor shall cause to be published a list of members and their vehicles at least once every two
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12 (e) A National Spares Committee shall be formed of no less than four (4) members which shall include:
(i) The State President of the State in which the Spares Officer resides (ii) The Spares Officer (iii) The Spares Treasurer (iv) The Spares Assistant
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ARTICLE #14 CLUB REGALIA 14. (a) The Regalia Officer of the Club shall be responsible for the safe keeping, care and maintenance of Club regalia entrusted to such office and to make such items available for purchase by members at the National Rally and at other times, such as from the Club Website, as may be appropriate. 14. (b) The Club Regalia shall be operated under delegated authority from the National Committee. You will have the opportunity to vote on these amendments by attending the Horsham National Rally next January. Alternatively you may provide your written proxy vote to another financial member for them to vote on your behalf.
John Reid National Secretary Vauxhall Owners Club of Australia Inc
Sadly NSW has recently lost long time member Billy Booth. Bill helped many of us with our restorations, he will be missed. Our thoughts are with his wife & family.
VALE MALCOLM PITCAIRN To all the Australian club members who had the fun of attending some of the many and various New Zealand car rallies over the years, some may have had the good fortune to meet and experience the hospitality of Carol and Malcolm Pitcairn from Christchurch. They were members of the New Zealand Vauxhall Club for many years and quite a few Aussies had car loans and been accommodated by the Pitcairns. It is with sadness that we have been informed by Carol, that Malcolm passed away on the 24th June, with his family by his side. He had on-going chest and lung problems and finally they took their toll. He was truly a very kind, helpful and generous man and ever the gentleman. It was a pleasure to have known him. Carol is doing okay and is fortunate to have their daughter and granddaughters nearby. We wish her all the best
Pat & Joe Heipertz
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Queensland 2015 Members please note: The Committee needed to change the dates for our Meetings in 2015. Meetings will be held at Mt. Ommaney Library on the SECOND THURSDAY of every SECOND MONTH. 13TH AUGUST, 8TH OCTOBER, 10TH DECEMBER.
CLUB RALLIES AND EVENTS AUGUST RUN: LEYBURN SPRINTS. August 15-16 run to Leyburn. “The 2015 Historic Leyburn Sprints will be the event’s 20th anniversary with some great celebrations in the planning, including a tribute to the late Sir Jack Brabham and an inaugural Legends Dinner, to be attended by some of the best-known personalities in Australian motorsport. The Historic Leyburn Sprints commemorates the running of the Australian Grand Prix, held at Leyburn on a disused wartime airstrip in 1949. Entry Cost: Adults $20.00 Opening hours Daily 0800. Location: Macintyre Street, Leyburn. Phone 07-46950001 Camping available $30 For 2 nights toilets & showers no generators no dogs.(First in best) Acc in Leyburn Brick Villa 0746590155 Leyburn Motel & Cabins: 0746950156 Acc Clifton Clifton Arms – (Cabins): 0746973154 Nobby Rudd Pub (Cabins): 0746963211 Also (Free Camp ) across road (With Power) For more information: Leyburn Sprint Web site. If Interested Please Ph David 0754373989 m 0408525537 SEPTEMBER 4-6 SUNSHINE COAST RALLY, Friday: Meet 5.00pp.m. for BBQ b.y.o. Fraser Park, 64 Esplanade, Golden Beach. Saturday: 8.00a.m. Cocos for breakfast $12.00 for two. 10.00a.m. Visit Lapidary club display & Museum, 6.00p.m. Dinner Power Boat Club Sunday: BBQ Breakfast Fraser Park followed by scenic coast drive and visit to Opal World. Possible visit private car collection, then to Palmwoods. Ricks Garage @ Café & trip down memory lane. Accommodation: Golden Beach Holiday Park Phone 1800639313 Caloundra Holiday Centre 54915444 m. 0408525537 For those wishing to share, holiday houses and apartments are available for hire: www. accomcaloundra.com.au Further information Phone David Whysall 07 54373989 OCTOBER: LABOR DAY WEEKEND. Dates and details to follow: Long weekend Joint rally with Queensland and N.S.W. members of V.O.C.A. NOVEMBER: SHOW N SHINE/A.G.M. Venue/date T.B.A. POSSIBLE CHRISTMAS PARTY. August
QHMC/OTHER EVENTS 12-16 NORTHERN RIVERS VVCC 55TH ANNIVERSARY RALLY , based in Lismore. Further enquiries Narelle Middleton 0266281207 email: rallysecretary@nrvvcc.com.au 30 Jimboomba Auto Extravaganza & Swap: Tully Park, Maclean Bridge. Gates open 6.00a.m. $5.00 Entry fee. Enquiries: 0448195588 SEPTEMBER 13th Beaudesert and District Restored Auto Club, held at Beaudesert Showgrounds, Albert Street, Beaudesert. One of the biggest single swap days in Australia. 20th 35th Annual All British Day 2015 Sunday September 20. 8:00 am - 2:00 pm St Josephs College Sports Ground, Vivian Street, Tennyson Admission: Spectators $2, Display Cars $15 Contact: Max Johnson 0419 784 680, Ross Kelly 0411 746 215 OCTOBER 4 -5 Locker Antique Auto. Association Invitation Rally. Details T.B.A. 24 Shannons “Take Your Tops Off” Rally for Breast Cancer Research. Seafront Oval, Esplanade Pialba – Hervey Bay. Contact Steve Taylor 0488404880 PAST EVENTS: WINTER SOLISTICE RALLY 21 JUNE Glorious winter sunshine greeted us at Strathpine for the start of a run organised by members Bob and Truus Perry where we met up with members of C.H.A.C.A. Caboolture en route. Twenty-three Club and visitor vehicles, including five Vauxhalls, set off from Strathpine, travelling through picturesque regions of Kallangur and Petrie to our morning tea stop on the banks of Lake Kurwongbah. Awaiting our arrival were a further 17 vehicles and their owners from C.H.A.C.A. What a beautiful Park! And a popular spot judging by the vehicles parked along the Lake foreshore. The Rally organisers of both Clubs set alternate routes for their Club members to and from morning tea and we all met up once again at for lunch after
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travelling through rural regions & passing some very impressive acreage properties on the northwest outskirts of Brisbane. We joined C.H.A.C.A. members for lunch at the Bunyaville Conservation Park, another popular lunch spot where large numbers of day-trippers were taking advantage of the beautiful weather & the facilities. The C.H.A.C.A. Club supplied a very enjoyable B.B.Q. lunch for all for a gold coin donation, an excellent idea & much appreciated. Vauxhall owners attending - Bob & Truus Perry, Martin & Nellie Schobbe, Campbell & Hannah Ritchie, Graham & Sharon Auld & new members Bill & Cecily Ridderhof who drove down from the Sunshine Coast to join us for the run. Thanks to organisers of both Clubs for their efforts, the rally routes we travelled were perfect for winter motoring, made all the more enjoyable in the company of like-minded folk! Sharon Auld. Cheers RACQ 2015 MOTORFEST, 12 JULY 2015. EAGLE FARM RACECOURSE. We intrepid club enthusiasts gathered together at the rear of Toombul Shopping Town, at an unGodly hour, willing to face whatever this day threw at us. Winter had arrived in Brisbane & as the wind howled around us I noticed our cars even seemed to be parked closer together – sensing the cold. I am sure that I was not the only one who struggled to get out of bed & make it just in time to drive off as a group to Eagle Farm. Just after 7.00a.m. we moved off in convoy to the back entrance where officials vetted us thoroughly before allowing us to proceed into the racecourse where we parked as a group in the display area at August
the rear of the members stand. Here we could relax & have morning tea & lunch. Our group comprised over 30 vehicles so we took up most of this covered area this year. We had cars from the Vauxhall Club & Leyland P76 Club in our flock this time, so there was plenty of chatter. After braving the gusting winds blowing through our shaded area we were eager to explore all the sunny areas where many other types of cars were displayed. It was obvious that vehicle numbers were down on last year’s display, but there were still in excess of 500 vehicles. I reckon the longest journey for the day was taken by V.O.C.A. member Helen O’Dempsey who drove down from Toowoomba in her Vauxhall Monaro & reached Toombul by 7.00am. At the end of proceedings, around 4.00pm, she then left to drive back home- to start work early next morning. The day’s “Hard Luck” story went to Bob & Truus who had, NOT one but, two cars fail to proceed that morning. As I mentioned above, at around 3.45pm or 4.00pm, we packed our possessions back into the vehicles & ushers guided us out via the back gate to travel homeward. This had been another enjoyable & interesting outing. We just had to keep out of the gusting winds that swept through the shaded areas & move around out in the sunlight as much as possible. HR Bob. Footnote: Thanks to B.N.A.A.A. member Bob Bannan who kindly wrote the report for this month. .V.O.C.A. Members in attendance included Ron & Joy Capil, Martin & Nellie Schobbe, Helen O’Dempsey & Graham & Sharon Auld. See back cover for photos .. ED.
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South Australia & Northern Territory PAST EVENTS:
COMING EVENTS:
The branch went bowling on June 13th and we had a great night---- I didn’t get the actual individual score sheets but there were displays of a bit of internal team and inter-team rivalry---nothing too serious – just some healthy rivalry—those attending included Dean and Audrey Govan with son Richard, his wife Monique and 2 children, Gerry Jacob and a mob with him including Kerry Jacob, Bluey Smith, Daniel Kemp, Zoe O’Mahoney, Koiranah Jacob, Brittany Wright. Neil and Lyn Smith with daughter Carolyn and Carolyn’s children Nicholas and Victoria, Harry and Pip Parsons, Richard Merry and myself. Thanks for all those who came to Cross Road bowl, I do hope you all had and enjoyable night.
So coming up we have the run to TAILEM BEND VARIETY PERFORMANCE and I hope you have your tickets ordered and paid for from John Strauss for this one—Sunday July 9th at 2-00pm start – get there early to grab your none reserved seats
Sunday July 5th was the Club Day—for all club members to attend and pay memberships, get your historic rego up to date, have a free sausage sizzle. A few items up for sale -- some bargains up for grabs and some missed and not snavelled. Cooking up a few snags and onion for members I think I saw you all at some stage—a cold day it was too and a nice bit of Port, thanks to Richard Merry helped some stay warm – thanks for that Richard -- others in attendance included John Strauss, Jon & Di Pyle, Arthur Clisby, Bill Brown, Harry & Pip Parsons, Malcom Davis, Bob & Dot Frankham, Arpad Szasz, Greg & Rosemary Althorp, Dean & Audrey Govan, Neil & Lyn Smith, Nick Cavallaro, Peter Mandalos & granddaughter, Peter Wheeler, Peter Elsby, Ross & Sue Martin, Kiran Partekh, Brian Clare, Tim Schapel, Phil & Marie Winton, Tony Milobara, Ian & Lia Daly, John & Elizabeth Hoffman, Brian & Sonya Chapman. A big special thanks to all the workers on the day --doing memberships, - historic rego,- club regalia – cooking, running the raffle draws on the hour members to win on the day and of course thanks to all those who attended. It is always nice to get to see some friends that have not been to a run or a meeting for a while and of course it is always good to see the regulars again—as always.
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SEPTEMBER 2ND IS PIZZA AND PANCAKES before the meeting so please let the committee know if you are attending to eat with us on that night. $10 for the meal is a good deal – ha ha like that one!!!!! Please book in for dinner starting at 6pm at CCC. SEPTEMBER 6th is Father’s Day so our run will be on SUNDAY 13TH (the following week ) departing from the CCC clubrooms at 10-45 for a drive – bring you lunch or you will have the chance to purchase along the way. A few questions for you on the day ! OCTOBER LONG WEEKEND FRIDAY 16TH THROUGH TO SUNDAY 19TH ( LONGER IF YOU WANT ) THE CLUB IS GOING TO PORT BROUGHTON phone 08 86352188 and book you stay and don’t for get to say you are with the Vauxhall Club. SUNDAY !ST NOVEMBER IS THE CCC CLUBS RUN and it will be from the South parklands up to Macclesfield – more details to come but put it in your diary—all sorts of clubs and cars will be attending so it should be some a bit different from our normal run HMMM November – that means the AGM----- start thinking – its not faraway --- its like the National rally in Victorian in January 2016 – it will be here before we know it --Yours Vauxhalling
David Evans
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NSW PAST EVENTS REPORT continued from Page # – COCKATOO ISLAND SUNDAY 31ST MAY What a wonderful way to start the day – with breakfast at Parramatta Lake. We all waddled away after our fill of, eggs, bacon & pancakes. We made our way to secure parking near the Rydalmere ferry wharf. The journey by ferry to Cockatoo Island is certainly a lovely way to travel especially when you take the extra-long scenic route via the Harbour Bridge & Circular Key. Cockatoo Island is one of Sydney’s hidden gems. It has a varied and interesting historic past from the penal settlement with convict built prison, through to the Ship Building Yards and the tunnels built during World War II. Cockatoo
Island also offers spectacular harbour views – We enjoyed the best views in Sydney from the steps of the sandstone Superintendent’s home. Cockatoo Island has also been the home to many a movie, we saw the exhibition from the props from the movie – ‘Unbroken’. Who would have thought they could recreate the prison & match brick walls using hessian with painted on brickwork? To watch the yachts sailing past so closely is also an enjoyable way to spend a Sunday afternoon. So if you are in Sydney & haven’t been to Cockatoo Island might I suggest you try & add it to your must do list.
National Rally 2016 – Victoria - update It is very pleasing to report that entry forms are starting to roll in now. If paying by cheque – please be sure to fill the cheque out correctly. If paying by EFT – again be sure to include your name in the Reference section so that we can readily identify you. We have been asked for some information regarding the planned visits so here is a short run-down on the Monday’s outing: • The Doll and Carriage Museum is one “not to be missed” – for the ladies – the doll collection is superb - and the carriage display will interest everyone. • Morning tea will be available for us here. • The Hall’s Gap Zoo is incredible – lots and lots of animals, birds etc. to see – and we will have our lunch stop here before heading back to Longerenong. All of this in a fully air conditioned coach makes for a very relaxing day’s outing. Tuesday’s outing will be in the next issue of VOCA Newsletter. If for some reason you have misplaced your entry form, it is available on the Vauxhall Owners website. For any further information please call –
Glenn Elaine
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Editor’s Ramblings
Hi Vauxhallers,
Here we are again - seems there has been a lot happening in the World of Vauxhall. This issue covers a lot of it, including the VBOA International Rally in Ireland, and before you have recovered from that, I have already received details regarding the next. If you are interested in participating the next VBOA International Meeting will take place in the UK - Yorkshire Dales over the weekend of May 20th 2016. Entries will be invited later in the year. The Yorkeshire Dales have previously hosted the Tour De France and the VBOA event will be based in the 3 star Mercure Leeds Parkway Hotel. I’m sure after reading John’s write up of this year’s event that you will be tempted to give the next some consideration. While talking Rallies, I have been asked about the progress of the Murray River Run. We are making good progress with the rough route now planned. We are aiming for a start date of 29 March, with those wishing to hike to the source (which may be a bit challenging) starting a little ahead of the rest. The tour will take in some beautiful scenery & will offer a relaxing break from the madness of daily life. There will be lot’s of variety on offer to allow you to do as much or as little as you choose. We plan to celebrate the conclusion of our tour aboard a cruise where the Murray meets the Sea on about the 18 April. More details & proper entries will be issued prior to year end. I was glancing through history pages recently when it came to notice that it has now been 101 years since the introduction of Electric Traffic Lights. It seems they have multiplied in that span of time. Is there anyone that can take the car for a spin without stopping at at least one of them? Anyway hope you enjoy this issue, a little late due to inclusion of lot’s of official business. Remember look at the Spares Sale items on the reverse of the Address Sheet. Till next time - Safe mtoring!
Carol Rickard
Cheers
Letter to the Editor Dear Carol, I have been meaning to write to congratulate the Committee on the decision to move the publication of the magazine to bi-monthly. I think this is so logical. Not only does it eliminate duplication but it allows the magazine to consolidate into a more substantial missive. I am a member of a number of clubs, not just car, and none produce a monthly magazine. I am sure also it must relieve the load on such worthy volunteers as yourself, hopefully encouraging you to continue offering your services. On another note, the “Flying Visit” interview of me in the last edition was something I plagiarised from another Car Club Magazine. To get the ball rolling, I simply answered the questions myself but I hope it emerges as a regular column. In the other car club, it is a most popular inclusion.
On to the next challenge,
John Maclurcan. Thanks John Moving to bi-monthly would certainly reduce the commitment needed to complete each publication as it will give additional research time for each issue. As I’m sure everyone is aware, I am not always lucky enough to have enough information supplied by the members each month to make the AVN an interesting and well rounded read, although, I hope I have made it a publication worth reading. Perhaps a permanent change to bi-monthly would also make the position of Editor an easier one to fill. Only time will tell. ED. August
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Can you help? The late Hollywood TV producer Mike Frankovich had a 1962 Cresta Friary Estate Wagon (pictured) among his Super Cosmos car museum collection in Sun Valley, California. Mike passed away in 2007 and his collection was auctioned. I’m told some of his cars went to Australia. I’m curious to learn if any of the club members may know the present whereabouts of the Friary? Thank you,
Jim Marr
New Brunswick
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Canada
George is in tree Top left first picture; & differences are: #1 Ball in different spot #2 Extra bar on bench seat #3 Girl’s smile #4 Starfish under slippery dip #5 Tree root missing #6 Thong in different spot #7 Extra bolt on post #8 Bucket handle.
Above: Queensland RACQ Rally Below: Wedding Bells in NSW for the Delves daughter (will this mean another member for the Club?). Photo courtesy of ‘The Wanderers Studio’.