Easy Riders

WORDS AND PHOTO ALLAN HARDACRE

Allan and Dennis and John and John and eventually Judy, journey to the National Veteran Rally in Gore.

A plan was hatched by John Callesen to take the 1918 Cadillac and as a travelling companion our 1915 Dodge roadster to Gore for the 2020 National Veteran Rally on the 16-18 of October 2020 and thence on to the Prince Henry tour based in Te Anau. In true Callesen style the route was not going to be straight forward and of course the weather in October is not always the most predictable or clement for veteran motoring. The ladies decided that this was too hardcore for them so Dennis Milne dug out his winter woollies to come along as co-driver in the Dodge and John Hastilow from Christchurch was to join John in the Cadillac in Blenheim … Good, everyone happy?

The Dodge left Palmerston North on time to catch the Bluebridge over to Picton but unfortunately the Caddy had to stay behind to attend to a sudden petrol tank leak. Was this fright at having to keep up with a Dodge? A slightly bleary-eyed John turned up at about 2.00am in the morning and after a briefish kip and a solid breakfast we all set off in the misty rain up the Wairau valley to Reefton. Thankfully this was the only mechanical glitch in somewhere around 2600 miles of motoring.

At Reefton the rain was very persistent and quite wet. The good things about Reefton were the very friendly motel owner at the Lantern Motel, the good meals (and beer) at the local pub and later the gin dishdillery (sic) where we stopped to buy some treats for the other halves at home.

HOKOTIKA

As we moved west the rain became denser and more horizontal and it was generally decided that we had to stop off at Blackball for some restorative fluids (for the drivers that is).

As we went further west the weather became … well more West Coast like. For the run between Greymouth and Hokitika it was impossible to determine rain from sea spray, the windage on the Dodge was quite exciting as well … not! It was good that Dennis was sitting on my left (the down-wind side) otherwise he might have given up then and there. However, after a glass of wine and a surfeit of the local delicacy, whitebait pizza. Away from the coast the weather improved, the mood of the team picked up, and by the time we were heading into the hills we were enjoying a beautiful day. Our route eastwards followed the Bealey River and on up into the breath-taking scenery at Arthur’s Pass. With the hood up on the Dodge I was a bit nervous about the destructive looking beaks of the Keas that mobbed us when we stopped for the morning coffee, but all was well, like the tourists up there they also just wanted to admire the cars.

A stop for cheese, delicious cheese, at Geraldine and if you are down that way you must stop to buy some, no lots, of their epicurean cheddar and gruyere. Then it was on to accommodation in lovely warm sunny Timaru, with a visit to Dennis’ son Mat and to Gavin, another keen vintagent. Gavin had a collection of Dodges, clearly a man of impeccable taste though his latest purchase was a Chrysler, but that is OK, they’re from the same stable.

s Veterans in Gore. s A close encounter of the 4th kind, Craig Marshall in the fearsome American

LaFrance streaks past.

s In the Eglington Valley perfect conditions for a photo shoot. s Visiting a West Coast icon - Formerly The Blackball Hilton.

After a couple of nights in Timaru we headed inland in rapidly cooling weather. The plan was to travel up and over Danseys Pass and stay the night at Danseys Pass pub, a really great place to stay with a fantastic atmosphere if you are down that way. However, with the rapidly decreasing temperature and no garaging at the pub we were a bit nervous about leaving the cars outside in well below zero conditions so we limited our stay at the pub to a warming beverage originating in Scotland and pushed on to a warm motel in Ranfurly. The next day it was on to Gore for the rally. The drive was again in brilliant but very cold weather. As we crossed the Rock and Pillar range at about 10:30 in the morning each of the irrigation sprinklers was surrounded by ice from the water spray. It is beautiful country down that way when the weather is good made even more spectacular in the spring by the flowering broom and gorse in the gullies.

VETERAN MOTORING AT ITS BEST

As we dropped down into Mosgiel the temperatures became less wintery and a lot more springy. Longbourne Lodge, just out of Mosgiel, is a cracker place to stay and the owners made us most welcome. We had a lazy day there pottering around with the cars in the sunshine making sure nothing was about to fall off while John C went to the airport to pick up his wife Judy who joined us for the rest of the tour. After our rest day in Mosgiel it was off to Gorrre. The closer we got, the cooler it got. Getting out of the car for a driver servicing stop just before Gore one of the driver’s door hinges on the Dodge broke (the only failure on the trip). Arriving in Gore at the clubrooms, I asked about finding/borrowing a welder when Paul Heron, the rally organiser, ran me off to his workshop. The hinge was welded and painted and back on the car in less than an hour. Pretty damn good southern hospitality. After the requisite amount of barbequing and blether at the Gore clubrooms we were up in the morning for a show and skite session in the centre of Gore and then a run to the Marairua Farm Complex just south of Gore. Although the house was not all that elaborate on the outside, it was in very good condition and very original, the grounds were superb and looked fantastic with all of the cars lined up in the sunshine.

The following day, Sunday, was a teams driving skills day in the show grounds with public participation invited. However, it gradually became so impossibly cold that we tootled off early to go find somewhere warm, preferably also selling warming fluids for drivers.

The day after the veteran rally we visited the Bill Richardson Transport Museum in Invercargill with Greg Elder, owner of a very smart red veteran (1917) Cadillac. There are around 300 truck and passenger vehicles on display in the museum including almost every Ford model made and about another 300 vehicles in the motorcycle section. We made a grand day of it and I’m sure that all of you who have visited there will agree with us that the displays are amazing.

The move to Te Anau for the Prince Henry Tour resulted in a change in the weather for the better, the sun shone, the birdies tweeted, little white clouds floated about and life was again good for touring in a veteran car. Dennis Milne had returned home and John Hastilow became a Dodge co-pilot, a welcome change from the 1912 Cadillac he left in Christchurch he said ... or perhaps that was just to make me feel good. Te Anau felt like an abandoned town when we got there with some bars, restaurants and motels closed and there were next to no tourists. But it was good for us as it made the driving so much easier, but we really felt for the business

s John Callesen seeking John Hastilow’s advice regading the purchase of the new

GMC truck for his business, Graham brothers (grey) and Dodge (blue) light trucks on the left. s A racy red REO.

owners. The lack of tourists also made the rally day driving up Lake Te Anau and then following the Eglington Valley up to the Cascade picnic area (at Lake Gunn) a real pleasure. No buses to worry about, just touring along in the dappled shade of the beech trees, this day was just magic as you can see from the photo of the Dodge up near the Mirror Lakes picnic area.

Our return to the north was via Roxburgh, Clyde, Cromwell and the Lindis Pass to Twizel. Luckily, we just missed a fatal accident on this road, a head-on. A single guy was watching a movie while driving, the movie was still running on his phone ... but he wasn’t when they pulled him out. Luckily the occupants of the other car survived.

After a night in Twizel we headed to Christchurch via Burkes Pass and Fairlie. On the steep bits down the pass the Dodgy boys were keen to keep a good gap between the Cadillac, at over a tonne heavier than the Dodge and with little engine braking from the V8 the Caddy takes some driving down the hills, and I was not going to be the auxiliary brake. After Fairlie the wind got up and by the time we met SH1 it was also raining with extra traffic, diabolical b----y traffic. After a couple of nights in Christchurch with John Hastilow, we headed straight up the coast with a night in Kaikoura.

Yes, it was a pretty epic journey of around 2,600 miles but at the end the drivers and the cars were still very happy and still good friends. We remember the stops for morning coffee in the cafes in small towns on the way, chatting with the people we met about

s Veterans parked up in Gore.

the cars and having to convince some that yes, we’d driven these old, old cars all the way from Palmerston North. We remember the great hospitality from club members at Gore. So, thanks to John C for organising this and thanks to our companions and co-drivers on the journey, Dennis Milne, John Hastilow, and of course Judy Callesen.

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CLOCK AND WATCH MAKING/REPAIR TOOLS. I am a keen member wishing to expand my vehicle restoration skills into clock restoration/repair. Any and all tools associated with this work are sought, ideally I’d like to purchase a full collection. Phone Neil 027 320 7525 MEM HAWKE’S BAY

FORD V8 FLATHEAD MOTOR complete or one that is suitable for reconditioning. Any model considered as would a rough vehicle with motor. Phone Peter 0274 733 137 MEM SOUTH CANTERBURY

MIRROR CLOCK WANTED to suit 1936 Chrysler/ Plymouth. Phone Owen 03 349 9197 or 027 375 4866 MEM CANTERBURY

MORRIS 1100CC MOTOR CAPABLE OF BEING RECONDITIONED. Contact Ray 06 858 8165 or 027 281 1518 MEM CENTRAL HAWKE’S BAY

WATANABE MINILITE STYLE WHEEL wanted as per photo. 14 x6 inch, 4 stud 4.5 inch (114.3 mm) PCD. Would also consider a pair or set of similar style wheels. Phone 021 0642400 or email john. mcdonagh@lincoln.ac.nz MEM BANKS PENINSULA

PARTS TO COMPLETE RESTORATION OF INDIAN

741 MOTORCYCLE flywheels, camshafts, ignition/ light switch, dash panel cover. Ph 027 244 0788.

MEM SOUTH CANTERBURY

PISTON AND BARREL for BSA D7 175cc consider 125cc up. Phone/text Ray 021 261 5524.

MEM HAWKE’S BAY

SINGLE TAILLIGHT LENS. DeSoto AirStream Kit Brydon 0274 431 498. gaylebrydon@hotmail.com

MEM NELSON

SOLEX CARBURETTOR WANTED to complete restoration. Type 40 or 35 MOH. Either parts or complete carburettor. Phone Peter on 027 611 9835 or Email; peter@chatsford.co.nz MEM OTAGO SUNBEAM RAPIER HARDTOP Must have Reg & WoF, not interested in projects. Would consider any series. Phone Kelvin 027 497 5208 or email kwcb01@gmail.com. MEM WAIKATO TRIUMPH RENOWN OR RILEY 2 ½ OR WOLSELEY 18/85 in good motoring condition. Phone Alan 027 656 4632 call or text MEM BANKS PENINSULA

12V GENERATOR TO SUIT A 1926 AUSTIN HEAVY 12/4. Phone Paul Hicks 09 425 7015, email hicks.

family@xtra.co.nz MEM WELLSFORD/WARKWORTH

WANTED STANDARD VANGUARD UTE PHASE 3

tidy one preferred. Phone John 027 457 0719.

MEM STH CANTERBURY

WOLSELEY 6/110 preferably a MK 2 in the South Island, would also consider a Vanden Plas but not interested in one with the Rolls engine. The closer to Dunedin the better. I only want to look at a very sound car with good paint and interior, minor mechanical repairs would not be an issue and would consider one with a lapsed registration. Phone Trevor Johnson 03 4710632 cell 027 284 8611 email trevor.dot.johnson@xtra.co.nz with details.

MEM OTAGO

VELOCETTE 350 OR 500 COMPLETE BIKE, project or parts. Any condition. Any year. Phone Bill Irwin 03 548 8743 or +64 21 672 559 MEM NELSON RETRO VISOR, ROADSCOPE names that these rear view mirrors made to fit by suction cup to the car windscreen were known by. Made of fibreglass & others from sheet metal. Used for looking through caravans when under tow. I would like to acquire one in any condition. Phone/text John 027 659 5280 or email 100e@xtra.co.nz MEM CANTERBURY

IDLE TORQUE

A round up of events, personalities and branch gossip from VCCNZ branches around the country

ASHBURTON ISLA JONES

On 21 February we had a run with a slight difference where some who usually drove tried their hand at navigating while the usual navigators drove. It was a busy weekend so our numbers were low. Eleven cars and two motorbikes attended this short run of 31 miles.

We had some cars on display at the Methven Show on 20 March. An ideal opportunity to promote the branch and show off the cars. We also have a display at the Plains Railway at Tinwald on their open days.

The PV/PW Run on 20 March went to Banks Peninsula, staying overnight at Duvauchelle. There were five cars and 12 people on the run with our first stop at Leeston at the old railway shed where John McLachlan has his collection of old tractors, cars, trucks, motorbikes and horse drawn carriages. He has two Cadillacs that were sent out to New Zealand to be cut down to trucks, but the war had broken out so they were left as cars and ended up in Invercargill as mail cars. John’s father acquired them later, and John and Debra used them for their wedding cars. We enjoyed a lovely drive along the Summit Road to Le Bons Bay for afternoon tea and then onto Duvauchelle for the night, with a beautiful dinner at the hotel next door.

On Monday 5 April we had our Easter Run with 28 cars taking part in the 32 mile run across the Canterbury Plains to Mayfield.

AUCKLAND JOCELYN MCALPINE

Sadly the Hawke’s Bay Veteran Run and Art Deco succumbed to another Covid lockdown, however some activities took place and John Morrison won the sponsor’s prize with his 1908 Sears Auto Buggy. The National Motorcycle event in Masterton was also cancelled, but 25 members still headed off enjoying doing their own thing on their bikes in the Wairarapa. The 15th Model A Rally in Gisborne was able to go

s Ashburton: PV/PW Run Le Bons Bay.

s Ashburton: 1912 Cadillac, John McLachlan’s shed at Leeston.

s Ashburton: 1918 Cadillac. s Ashburton: 1930 Cadillac.

s Auckland: Jack Nazer 1938 Buick Straight 8.

s Banks Peninsula: Branch members absorbed in the detail of the

Rodin FZed.

s Central Hawke’s Bay: The run was also to celebrate 51 years since our

Chairman Bruce Poole rescued his 1930 Chrysler 77 roadster. s Bay of Plenty: An eye catching car at the Tauranga Jazz Festival Parade was Graeme and

Bronwyn Walker’s 1964 Daimler SP 250. Photo Donn White.

s Bay of Plenty: Tony Fraser caught out checking the rear view mirror in his 1926 Delage on the way to the

Highland Fling Rally. Photo Deidre

Rennie. s Bay of Plenty: Club Captain Ken Frew ( left) along with North Island Club Captain Kaaren

Smylie presented Alistair Jones with his 60 years membership badge. Photo Donn White.

s Canterbury: Eric Page steps from his self restored Ford T centre-door at our monthly Old Bikes Cars and Coffee gathering at Cutler Park.

s Canterbury: A new deep water well being drilled at Cutler Park, replacing old well services used since the park was established. s Canterbury: Tony and Annette Meikle’s 1957

Vauxhall Cresta at monthly OCBC (Old Cars Bikes and Coffee) held at Cutler Park monthly.

ahead with 119 vehicles attending, and going over some very Model A type roads. ANZAC weekend saw eight Auckland teams travel to Taihape for the Highland Fling.

We still managed a mid-week event organised by young Ryan Winterbottom where he noted that Jack Nazer’s lovely 1938 Buick Straight 8 has 8 cylinders but is not a V8. Jack, a former saloon car champion, has recently had a race meeting at the Taupo circuit named in his honour.

Tracey Winterbottom and family organised our Vintage Muster, which had to be cancelled last year. A new innovation on trial was drawing the top six place getters out of the hat to find next year’s plotters.

We had decided to hold a stand alone gymkhana, rather than combining it with our annual Christmas picnic. It finally happened in April, and a variety of vehicles had great fun on members’ Mike and Billie Courtney’s paddocks. Our thanks to them for the use of their property, and congratulations to overall winners Russel and Jocelyn McAlpine.

A new acquisition for Jim Boag – a 1913 French Unic. After some minor tinkering Gavin Welch now has his 1942 HarleyDavidson WLA running as he would like. Murray Firth has his c1910-’16 Cooper Little Wonder shearing shed engine working.

BANKS PENINSULA DON GERRARD

We welcome new member Alistair Robinson from Auckland with his two 1930 Talbot AO 70s, a 1935 Talbot BA 75/95 and a 1929 Austin 7.

Late in March, 40 members headed for the Lyford Hills, North Canterbury, to tour the Rodin complex, home of extraordinary state of the art race-car technology and manufacturing, amongst other things. Here, founder David Dicker, together with a talented team of young engineers, create and sculpt what can only be described as world-class products. Working from a base of purchased Lotus T125 Formula One parts, the Rodin FZero race car and FZed road car (perhaps destined for Le Mans) have been developed with mind-blowing precision and craftsmanship, using 3D carbon and titanium printers, carbon fibre autoclaves and plasma coaters. These ultra-light rocket ships are then tested on the private test track that surrounds the complex, reputed to match many of the major car manufacturers’ facilities. A superb day out.

In early April a good turnout of competitors took on the Highlands Park circuit in Cromwell for their annual Festival of Speed. For a few it was their first time at the venue, and they soon found out how technical and demanding the 4.1 km track can be, especially in torrential rain, but all survived to tell many tales. Special mention must go to Stephen Aldersley who drove his Jaguar C Type Replica from North Canterbury to Cromwell, put in a great weekend’s racing and drove home again. A memorable event and one worth adding to next season’s calendar.

Planning is well underway for this year’s 7th Monte Carlo Rallye on 13 November. Entries have already been received, with some interesting vehicles and teams looking for line honours during a weekend of hilarious motoring. See the advertisement in this issue.

BAY OF PLENTY DONN WHITE

We have all enjoyed a two-month window with Covid-19 having had minimal effect on planned outings and events. Our March club night was a huge affair as Alistair Jones was formally presented with his 60 years membership badge. After receiving his badge from our Club Captain Ken Frew, Alistair entertained us with some funny stories from years gone by. A pleasant surprise for most of us the same evening was the announcement that Alistair is our new branch Patron.

Our annual Shiny Parts Auction was held during our April club night, although proceedings were held up a little due to power failure. In the meantime members improvised by parking their cars with headlights switched on close to the open doors, which meant that our club captain and secretary could continue the monthly meeting. Once the power was back on the Shiny Parts Auction got under way in earnest, and a good tally was achieved by the end of the evening.

More than 50 cars participated in a street parade promoting the annual Tauranga Jazz Festival. The cars were then parked prominently not far from the Jazz Festival activity, and attracted considerable public attention.

A number of our members are heading to Taihape to participate in the Highland Fling Rally which has been largely organised by Alister Jones. More than the usual amount of effort has been put in with planning for this event. Last year it was postponed at the eleventh hour because of the lockdown associated with Covid-19.

CANTERBURY TONY BECKER

The small but steady flow of new memberships rolls on, bringing some interesting additional vehicles to the branch lately, including 1929 Chrysler sedan, 1912 Unic tourer and 1911 Napier. Notable too is the increasing number of easier-to-drive types appearing in the hands of older folk, particularly noticeable on multi-day runs. Not all branch activity happens on the road though. First Sunday of any month is Ground Crew Day when the expansive Cutler Park enjoys extra hands to tidy up or prepare makeovers by a small but dedicated band of garden warriors. The Park recently benefited from a new water supply well, replacing others that have served since establishment days. A brand new kitchen for our clubrooms is another worthy necessity. Apart from receiving a flow of valued spare parts, the Parts Shed Boys periodically receive complete project vehicles. Worthwhile keeping an eye on Parts Shed rolling stock. Giving pleasure to retirement village residents is one of our regular activities. Several groups parade or give closed circuit rides and are always highly appreciated by folk who, after all, grew up with our hobbyhorses. Our static gathering for Old Cars, Bikes and Coffee each third Sunday of the month is proving popular, in fact some arrivals are rarely seen at other events. Winchester Swap Meet, always popular for Cantabrians, enjoyed its usual friendly atmosphere due to recent Covid-19 restrictions having affected others. The annual Rear-wheel Brake Rally attracted 17 entries, and travelled 45 miles on a superbly autumnal day, with similar conditions for 9-90s run to South Rakaia Huts and Ashburton. Anzac weekend offered a rally to Malvern, the last decent time away before winter arrives.

CENTRAL HAWKE’S BAY JOHN FOOT

Our March event attracted 22 cars and 40 members for a run to Pongaroa, over some less travelled gravel and sealed roads for lunch at the Pongaroa Hotel, with the option of a fully sealed route for those who didn’t want to do gravel roads. The run also celebrated 51 years since our Chairman Bruce Poole rescued his 1930 Chrysler 77 roadster from the area. It brought together some of the old identities of the area with a

s Central Otago: Early morning line up on

Arrowtown’s Main Street.

s Hawke’s Bay: General view of part of Mr Taylor’s collection. s Central Otago: Peter and Julie Drummond (1936 TR3A) at Arrowtown Autumn Festival parade.

s Central Otago: Lunch break at Taylors. s Hawke’s Bay: Admiring the 1899 Stanley Steamer.

Horowhenua: Club Captain, John White, helping Don McDonald with his 1927 Norton Model 16H at the Ted Green Rally.

s Horowhenua: Peter Thompson’s Motorbike Museum stop off on the Ted Green Rally. s Horowhenua: Swapmeet. s Horowhenua: Verdon Heath enjoying the BBQ at Peter Thompson’s Bike Museum on the Ted

Green Rally. s Horowhenua: Swapmeet.

lot of memories being shared. After lunch Bruce presented the hotel with photos of the car before and after restoration. The return trip was on sealed roads through Makuri, Mangatainoka, Woodville and Dannevirke. Two couples took part as prospective new members, one with a Porsche and the other with a Mercedes. Monthly runs and club night meetings are still being well attended, but sadly the April event had to be postponed at short notice (due to a double booking at the venue) and will now be held in May.

CENTRAL OTAGO DON YEAMAN

Our annual Golden Times Rally, which is held as part of the Arrowtown Autumn Festival, was held on 24 April. The first cars began arriving about 8.30 am and by 9.30 am we had nearly filled both sides of Arrowtown’s main street. While we were picking up our rally packs and having a warming cuppa on the Green the street was filling with spectators who came along to photograph and admire our array of cars. We covered the whole range from veteran through to a 1980s van, from Model Ts to Mitsubishi, with many of the owners dressed to suit the era of their vehicle. The first vehicles were away shortly after 10.00 am, each following their chosen long or short route.

Lunch was a BYO picnic hosted by John Taylor and his wife on their beautiful property at Dalefield. We all parked up and took advantage of the time to view, with envy, John’s shed and his collection of vehicles and memorabilia. We also used the time for taking photographs, and having a more leisurely look at some of the other entrants’ cars without all the public spectators about.

After completing the What’s It quiz we all headed back to Arrowtown, where we parked in a designated area beside the market stalls. Once again the public came to admire, photograph and ask questions about our pride and joy. A number of the cars then joined the parade before returning for the presentation of plaques and certificates.

GISBORNE RODNEY CLAGUE

The week leading up to and including Easter saw Gisborne inundated with 125 Model A Fords taking part in their 15th National Model A Rally. While our branch was not involved in the running of the rally, some members assisted with several duties, including acting as marshals, locating suitable items for display at their headquarters, and suchlike. The weather was good and Gisborne received several pats on the back for a great weekend.

Our end-of-the-month run took us on a shed raid, firstly visiting a collection of motorcycles, including a 1920 Triumph and a 1929 Indian Scout as well as a couple of Ducatis. This was followed by a visit to a real barn find, a 1929 Model AA Ford which was last registered for the 1960-61 year. While not in mint condition it nevertheless has a great patina, which it is hoped will not be ruined by a concours restoration. Prior to our arrival the owner had taken his grandkids for a jaunt down the driveway and back on it. We look forward to this vehicle joining our ranks in the future.

Work continues on the upgrade of our parts shed, and it won’t be long before our collection of parts will be stored in a more accessible manner on the upgraded shelving.

GORE JIM MCFADZIEN

We welcome new members Mike and Lorrain Marston with a 1948 Vauxhall 12.

Covid-19 has put paid to a lot of events, as John Parish found out when organising the Diggers run on 20 February. Some of the older RSA member had the brakes on, numbers were down, but still a run to the Balclutha RSA was enjoyed by all.

Rain hit Gore early on our 54th Annual Festival Rally on 27 February but then out came the sun for the 44 entrants. Instructions took crews through Gore streets, once over the Mataura River, great open country running to the town of Tapanui, then downhill to the Pukerau Domain, the driving tests and lunch. The overall winner was Katy Parish in her photogenic Alvis TB 21.

Our Frank Robson and Clearwater Capers runs were combined for four vintage and 10 other vehicles. Greg Elder took us through a loop, Mandeville then the Waimea Valley, Wendonside, finishing at his property at Riversdale. Winners, Star McDougal and John Parish, were given two packs of frozen whitebait. Greg’s generosity saw all entrants receive a pack also and Neil McVicar an extra one for his 96th birthday.

Stallholder numbers were well down at our annual swap meet, but a lot of gear changed hands.

Four Gore members had placings in the recent Combined Rally.

A milestone was achieved by Barry Newland who was presented with his 50-year badge.

HAWKE’S BAY HELEN BALL

Our branch has been steadily growing in strength over the past few months, but as we welcome new members, we have sadly also had to farewell a few of our longstanding members who have passed away.

Monthly club nights are offering some interesting speakers, and the ever popular Friday Kitchen is drawing large numbers. It is a credit to the well-organised chefs and crew for their ability to cater for some 60 to 70 people each month.

Our Club Sunday Runs vary from visiting exquisitely planned and planted gardens, to viewing amazing private collections, and looking through local bus or trucking businesses. Always very well supported by our members. The most recent was to view Kevin Taylor’s car and motorbike collection. Fifty-six club members attended the run and enjoyed the outstanding collection of classic and vintage vehicles. Overall favourite would have be the original 1899 Stanley Steamer. A collection was made at the door with $275 going to Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Napier.

The monthly Mid-Week Run is on a small scale with the run time never more than an hour, and again, these have a high participation rate. The format is slightly different however, as an annual roster is drawn up with regular participants offering to organise the month they sign up for. This results in not just variety, but a chance for club members to help out as well as have fun.

Our annual Labour Weekend Safari has over a dozen cars booked at the time of writing, and this year will take place in the Wanganui area. There is a swap meet arranged for May.

HOROWHENUA BOB BARTON

Our Ted Green Annual Motorcycle Rally on 21 February had a good assortment of motorcycles from vintage to modern. Graeme McKenzie, our motorcycle guru, again pulled out all the stops, and put together a great run around the Horowhenua back roads, with silent checks (challenging questions) all the way around. An organised lunch stop at the Peter Thompson Museum of Motorcycles and Memorabilia included a barbecue by

s Manawatu: Cars from the Manawatu Branch on display at the Feilding Coach House Museum Old

Skills Day. s Manawatu: Vern Jensen (member of the Manawatu

Branch VCC) and helpers demonstrate wood bending techniques for wheels.

s Northland: Our monthly motorcycle run attracts a good turnout. s Northland: Discussion on bikes and ride s Marlborough: Marlborough members relaxing at

Middlehurst Station. s Marlborough: Club President Kelly Landon Lane at

Middlehurst Station.

s North Otago: Diane Quarrie, Lyndsey McLeod, Len Withers, Brian Perkins, John Bringans, and Branch Chairperson Rebecca s North Otago: Diane Quarrie and Ivan Main. s North Otago: Diane Quarrie, Neil and Nonie Rooney. George. s North Otago: Diane Quarrie, Charles and Mary s North Otago: Diane Quarrie, John Adamson and Wangda Walsh. Kent

yours truly and my very good friend Merv Edwards. Peter gave a talk about his collection of motorcycles, and of the people he has met over the years. The route covered 86 miles and ended at the clubrooms in Levin, where the winners Basil and Bev Gowenlock, riding a postwar BSA, received the Ted Green Plate.

Heritage day on Sunday 28 February was unfortunately cancelled at 9 pm on Saturday evening, (Covid strikes again). We were due to have seen four Model T racers, together with a fleet of custom cars, branch vehicles, and agricultural machinery, along with some heritage items. Our Patron Tom Hayes thanked all our members who put it all together on Saturday and pulled it all down on Sunday.

Our annual swap meet was on Saturday 20 March with over 150 stall holders, and the public came out to spend. Our spares man, Callum Farmer, opened up the spares department and had brisk sales all day.

KING COUNTRY NORMA DOUGHERTY

Visit to the Windmills at Grant Fraser’s Workshop.

Rob Wheeler organised this month’s rally to the home of Sheryl and Grant Fraser where we saw their lovely home perched high on the hillside over looking the Wanganui River. There was a good attendance by our members Ivan and Alison Stevens, Dave Caddy and Vicki and their two children, Julie and Wayne Gilbert, Norma Dougherty, Rob Wheeler, Sheryl and Brian Goodwin Weston and Annette Kirton. Robin and Graham Croy also came along but some how missed the visit to Fraser’s. We went down to his lovely, clean and tidy workshop to see his many windmills. Grant’s hobby is windmills. There were many parts of windmills being constructed. Grant gave an interesting insight into the various types of windmills and their different components.

Planning has begun on our Journey Through Time Rally on the 30/31st of October. Entry Forms will be available soon.

The RSA has been booked for the dinner on the Saturday night. The route for the rally is being finalised by Ivan and Wayne. The Friday night meal will be an informal get together at the RSA also from 6pm.

MANAWATU BRYAN ABRAHAM

We held our annual Ruahine Ramble in early March. The outing took participants out through Feilding, Halcombe and Kimbolton, to a lunch stop at the Apiti Pub, followed by a drive back to the city along the Pohangina Valley East Road. Back at the clubrooms Club Captain Esther Williams made a presentation to Bruce Poole of Central Hawke’s Bay Branch to acknowledge his attendance at 51 of the Manawatu Branch’s Ruahine Rambles.

In March a good number of members displayed their cars at the annual Kimbolton Sculpture Festival.

April saw some members heading south on an outing to George’s Café, just a little south of Levin. On the same day a number of members put their cars on display at the Feilding Coach House Museum as part of the Old Skills Day, where Vern Jensen was demonstrating wood bending skills and techniques for wheels.

MARLBOROUGH CARROLL WIBLIN

Another couple of busy months have passed by, with some very interesting runs being held. It was decided by committee that the events page be printed inside the front cover of our Vintage Viewpoint, as well as inside the back cover. This was brought about because committee members were being rung on a regular basis by members wanting to know runs were coming up. Not a bad idea, as it is then easy to find in both places. No excuses for not knowing what is on the calendar!

There was a run to Middlehurst Station in the Awatere Valley. Two of the locals gave an interesting account of the history of the place, and also gave an insight into life on a station.

The motorcycle section were out in force for the Nelson Swap Meet and also for their monthly run, which took them up the Wairau Valley to the small That’s Fabulous Cafe just west of the Wash River. Seventeen riders took part, as well as the back-up vehicle and another motorcyclist who opted for their newly acquired Jaguar convertible. Some then opted to stop at the Wairau Valley Tavern for refreshments on their way home. The run to Havelock was well attended, with a number of machines coming out that have never been seen before.

We welcomed four new members over the last two months , and it is pleasing to see some younger folk joining up. It is also pleasing to see that they are prepared to

s Nelson: Jim and Kyra Wareing’s Chrysler leads the Gordon and Annette Dacombe through the splash on Redwood Lane Nelson.

s Nelson: Lunch Break Semi Circle of cars

Faulkners Bush Nelson.

s Nelson: A line up at the Top of the Quarry.

s Nelson: Lunch Break on the Quarry Run Nelson.

s North Shore: Members enjoy the Posh Picnic in the garden of Couldrey House.

s Otago: 2021 Dunedin Brighton Run. Organiser Colin Winter drove the mayor into the

Octagon in his 1900 Wolseley – a real crowd pleaser.

s s South Canterbury: Members’ vehicles on display at the SCVCC Swap Meet, held at Winchester. s North Shore: The Branch Chevrolet Fire Engine is joined by the Helensville appliance at Helensville A&P Show.

s North Shore: Guy Williams Ford coupe.

s Rotorua: group and La Salle at Southward’s Car Museum.

s Rotorua members closely examine Studebaker Golden Hawk engine. s Rotorua: Ken Thomas describing his

Citroën.

help in the running of the branch by going onto committee, helping out in the parts shed and all that that involves, and even museum duties.

We have our usual Noggin’n’Natter on the last Friday of the month, so if anyone from another branch is visiting, you would be most welcome to come and join us. There are more interesting runs coming up, and of course our AGM on 30 May.

NELSON RAY ROBERTSON

Two of our Murchison members, Rex Smith and Mike Bryan, took the opportunity to combine a tour of mountain passes (aptly named Blazing Saddles Tour) with a run to the West Coast Scenicland Rally. While only a handful of local members went, they thoroughly enjoyed the occasion.

A night run to visit, for a second time, the nearly completed 12 year restoration of a 1946 Auster aircraft once again proved to be a draw card. We had a convoy of 26 vehicles, headlights ablaze, heading up country roads to the large workshop where John Kelly has been restoring this plane.

A branch run started with morning tea at the clubrooms, followed by a leisurely two hour drive around the backroads of the Moutere/Dovedale areas. The 34 vehicles arrived at Faulkner’s Bush Reserve for lunch, and to receive instructions for the afternoon’s mystery destination. However it seems everyone was in such a convivial mood that lunch rolled on for a good hour and a half, with everyone very content to suck up the warmth of the day. Our mystery destination turned out to be the Wakefield Quarry in Pig Valley. This quarry produces high-grade lime, construction rock and crushed metals. Being able to drive our vehicles through and up to the top of the quarry was very special, given few members of the public ever get to experience this.

NORTHLAND TREVOR REILLY

Northland Branch ran another successful swap meet early in April in conjunction with the local Hot Rod clubs. Last year’s swap meet was cancelled because of the Covid lockdown. There was enough to keep interested parties there for the morning, and our parts shed saw a few good sales. The shelves are still full though, and new donations arrive at each open day.

The motor bike group of the branch have regular runs on the first Sunday of the month which are well attended by up to 12 or more bikes including a side car. The destination is subject for brief discussion prior to departure. Northland roads vary in smoothness from good seal to badly potholed gravel, and the riders take them all in their stride. It adds to the discussion at the final destination whether this is a coffee shop or pub. Everyone is welcome to attend.

NORTH OTAGO CLIVE BLUNDEN

The North Otago Branch 60th Anniversary Dinner was well attended and was a great success with over 80 members attending. Special thanks to National President Diane Quarrie for being there to give out the awards to our long serving members.

Awards were as follows: 25 Years; Margaret McLeod, Gordon Hay and Norman Fisher. 35 Years: Lindsay McLeod, John Bringans, Brian Perkins and Len Withers. 50 Years: Neil Rooney and Charlie Walsh. 60 Years; Ivan Main and John Adamson.

NORTH SHORE RICHARD BAMPTON

Good weather brought out 18 cars, mainly pre-war, for the Posh Picnic, and the well-dressed occupants took a roundabout route to the gracious 1857 Couldrey House in Wenderholm Regional Park. The overriding run instructions stated “take the third exit from all roundabouts”. This resulted in participants passing each other going in the opposite direction on several occasions. Nonetheless all drivers reached the destination, where we were able to park under the trees in Couldrey House garden and enjoy our Posh Picnic. Marika and Arnold Van Zon were the winners of the best costume/picnic turnout. It was great to see Guy William’s 1936 Ford V8 coupe out on its first branch run. It is a very nice car, which has taken him 20 years to restore with much help from others.

The Summer Saunter, having been postponed twice, took place with 11 cars and about 20 people in appalling weather. Nonetheless the participants bravely drove North to Tutukaka to visit the Packard Museum and the swap meet.

Other branch activities included attendance by a number of vehicles at the Helensville A&P Show, where the Chevrolet fire engine, once a Helensville appliance, was welcomed by the Helensville Fire Brigade.

A small number of cars attended the Brit and Euro Classic Car Show at Lloyd Elsmore Park on the club stand, with a larger number scattered among the 1,200 cars on show on the one-make stands.

OTAGO MARION MCCONACHIE

We were having such a busy time with rallying events recently that I missed the April May report.

The Dunedin Brighton Run in January saw 40 veteran vehicles, some from as far north as Canterbury, enjoy a balmy weekend of motoring. Organiser Colin Winter drove the mayor into the Octagon in his 1900 Wolseley – a real crowd pleaser. One of the Cadillacs had had its tyres and tubes swapped the day before, and in protest all but one had a go at popping on route. So onto a trailer it went. The following week saw the annual Jackson Rally, which focuses on roads on the Peninsula. Major reconstruction is being done on the lower road to accommodate cycle and pedestrian pathways. We are looking forward to seeing it completed.

A group of seven vehicles did an overnight run to Gore via Lawrence in March, and we took the opportunity to visit the Croydon Aircraft Company workshop. Mrs Smith talked us through the restoration of a variety of De Havilland aircraft, and the types of materials they use. Then a visit to Tremaine’s shed and their collection of Fords. Then it was on to Greg Elder’s to view their cars. That evening we enjoyed a fantastic night at the Gore RSA. The theme was St Pat’s with Irish music. Who could resist the opportunity to join the crowds on the dance floor. Next morning was the obligatory Gore Swap Meet. Then it was back home via the scenic Catlins. What a stunning area on a balmy autumn day.

The branch supported the 35th Best of British at Milton, with some 119 cars and trucks supporting the British commercial and utility marques.

In June we have a Coast to Coast Run with the plan of seeing the sunrise in Dunedin, and then seeing it set at Haast in the evening. Anyone is welcome to join us. Accommodation in Haast is your responsibility.

We continue to welcome both new members, and members who have transferred from other branches.

David Mills and a small team have been working tirelessly over the last few years on

s Taranaki: Chairman Colin Johnston with the winners of the 48th Annual The

Waitara Mini Vin Tour Rally, Geoff and

Marlene Blackbourn, 1938 Plymouth sedan. s Taranaki: 1924 Chevrolet Superior H Truck that member Nigel

Fraser attended the American Truck Clubs 9 Tunnel Tour last year in. s Taranaki: Overall and first Taranaki entrants winners Ross and Joy Jannings with the Castle Cup and Findlay Trophy,

Congratulations to them for first time winners of our annual Maunga Moana Rally.

s Wairarapa: Bob Cumming with his 1937 Rover 10, oldest car at the nationals.

s Wairarapa: John and Jill Williams with the Morgan. s Wairarapa: Francis Pointon gives his 1926 Model T a bit of a hurry-up. s Waikato: Tracey Hayward (on the left) and

Carey-Ann Ward. One of the Best Dressed

Winners of the Ladies Rally.

Wanganui: Various vehicles disappearing into the dust during the Carrick organized monthly run. Some better suited to the road than others... s Wellington: Ollie West learning young at the Gymkhana!

the history of our branch. We are looking forward to seeing the finished product in a few months.

ROTORUA RONALD MAYES

After Covid-19 delays the 2020 Spring Tour, organised by Bob and Pat MacKay, was held in March. Participants visited a homestead and gardens in Takapau, the Fell Locomotive Museum in Featherston, and the Police Museum in Porirua, followed by two nights in Waikanae, allowing train travel into Wellington. One feature of that stay was the timed return to the motel each day to enjoy live coverage of America’s Cup racing. At The Southward Car Museum the group was photographed gathered around the 1929 La Salle which was donated by our late branch patron Bob Mowbray. On to Taihape and then home for the seven couples in three VCC era cars and four modern SUVs.

Winners of the well-attended Chairman’s Run in March, and Night Run in April, will receive trophies – good to see new members and new cars taking part. The latter include a 1938 Morris Eight, 1951 Armstrong-Siddeley Whitley, 1964 Riley 4/72, 1984 Land Rover and 1985 Alfa Romeo GTV6.

At the March meeting Neville Harper showed his rare and immaculate, expertlyrestored, 1958 supercharged Studebaker Golden Hawk. It came from Melbourne late last year, and is at last finished, with some compliancing complications, and even damage, during that process. In April Ken Thomas displayed his 1974 Citroën DS23. That model had been introduced as the DS19 in 1955, the same decade as the Studebaker. The differences in design and thinking between the two countries were extreme at that time.

SOUTH CANTERBURY SHANNON STEVENSON

The Motorcycle Rally, organised by Neil Manchester, took place on 7 March, taking riders on a route south-west of Timaru via Bluecliffs and Cannington, with the lunch venue being the Cave Arms Tavern.

The Mid-Island Rally was held on 14 March, attracting 35 vehicles. This run took participants south of Timaru, with lunch at the Maungati Hall and adjacent Peace Walk garden.

A number of our members participated in the Caroline Bay Rock and Hop event which attracted several hundred enthusiasts’ vehicles to Timaru. One member, Grant Stewart, entered a number of restored 1950s pedal cars.

Our swap meet at Winchester, held on 27 March, proved popular, with people travelling to it from throughout the South Island. This was the first major swap meet held in the Central South Island for some time, Covid-19 cancelling those from last year.

For the April Noggin and Natter, the guest speakers were Fred and Elisabeth Smits, who gave an enlightening story of their world travels over 2014-2020 with their 1957 Mercedes Benz 220S and tenttrailer.

The National Vintage Rally, held over Easter, attracted more than 40 vehicles built between 1919 and 1931. Several runs were held, with routes headed to Fairlie and Geraldine where vehicle displays proved popular with locals.

Thursday mid-week runs have returned for the winter season, the first of these took place on 8 April.

TARANAKI COLIN JOHNSTON

It was a great turnout for the 48th Annual Waitara Mini Vin Tour with 27 entries. The rally route was around the eastern North Taranaki area where there are excellent backcountry roads that are ideal for our motoring club. The run always ends at Waitara for a gathering with refreshments. Congratulations to this year’s winners Geoff and Marlene Blackbourn in their 1939 Plymouth.

Our annual Maunga Moana Rally was held in March, and this year was organised by John Muter. An excellent morning run through road tunnels carved out of the hillsides last century on our way to the back country area of Makahu, where we had lunch. Overall winners this year, and first Taranaki entrant receiving the Castle Cup and the Findlay Trophy, were Ross and Joy Jannings. Vernon Heather and Viv Speirs won the Colleen Moore Cup.

Nigel Fraser of Opunake attended the American Truck Club’s 9 Tunnel Tour driving his restored 1924 Chevrolet Superior H truck. He was joined by 11 other trucks. Nigel is also restoring the 1925 Dennis fire engine, which was owned by late member Sue Matthews and had been at MOTAT in Auckland. It is now in the ownership of the Hawera Fire Brigade.

TAUPO NEIL CHAVE

Our big event in March was the Taupo Country Roads Rally with just under 30 cars entered for a day’s run through Taupo and out onto the great rural roads within the Taupo district. The overall winners this year were Dave and Glynis Waghorn from Wellington driving their Jaguar XJS. Read all about it in rally snippets. In April our club night was a presentation from one of the crewmembers of the Greenlea Rescue helicopter based in Taupo. This service covers a wide variety of rescue work and operates all over the Central Plateau. Also in April we ran a Treasure Hunt event, with a good turnout of members coming along to enjoy an afternoon of looking for a variety of clues. It had participants driving from Motuoapa to Kinloch and plenty in between. Individual items and photos were brought back for judging as evidence of finding the treasure. This was a novel event and everyone enjoyed the challenge.

WAIKATO HUGH MCINALLY

The Ladies’ Rally has come and gone. This year’s theme was Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, and congratulations go to all the ladies who put so much effort into their costumes. The rally itself was kept local, with a run around Cambridge visiting all the many grand old villas.

By the time this edition goes to print our AGM will have been and gone. No doubt there will be a new committee with new ideas to keep up with the ever-changing environment that we face. Some members would like to deviate from set rallies to more touring style motoring. As mentioned in a previous report, our committee has created two motoring groups to take care of members that want to tour in similar class cars rather than rallying as such. One group being cars that can keep up with modern traffic and the other group the slower vintage/veteran group. To date both groups are having excellent turnouts, which only reinforces the need for such groups within the club.

A sub-committee has been formed to run our up and coming major event, the Double 50 Rally. This year the organisers have gone all out to keep the entry form cost down to an unheard of price of $10 for driver and navigator. If high cost has ever been the reason for not entering, now is the time to cast that reason to one side and go on the branch’s webpage, download this year’s Double Entry Form, and enter. See you on the Double 50 Rally.

s Wellington: Ian McCullough and Tony Wright in a quandry.

s Wellsford/Warkworth: Ford Humber Consul Morrie lineup.

s Wellsford/Warkworth: Humber Morrie Plymouth lineup s Wellington: Cars at White Rock Station. Photo May Haines

s West Coast: A photo of a line of cars on the Kumara forestry road as participants are told about the logging process.

limits and regulations to restrict danger to horses and pedestrians. The monthly run was organised by Pat and Sandra Carrick, and it had the simplest instructions I have ever seen. Essentially we were told to drive up Somme Parade until we saw the club flag, and to s Wairarapa: They reckon the Citroën 2CV can traverse a ploughed call into that driveway paddock with a tray of eggs aboard. With a suspension like this at the extended gymkhana that’s not surprising. for afternoon tea. It is one of my favourite local roads, and travels WAIRARAPA KEVIN BALL up the north bank of the

Wairarapa Branch was home to 28 Whanganui River into the backcountry. Rover cars from all around New Zealand It was the most wonderful afternoon of when they gathered for their national rally. old style motoring. There were a couple of Entrants ranged from a 1937 Rover 10 to a notable incidents - one Hillman boiled and 1999 Range Rover. one Riley Elf narrowly missed a goat.

Cancellation of the National Motorcycle At our April meeting guest speaker Jim Rally, because of Covid-19, was a huge Norris, who has a passion for photographblow for the organisers and the entrants. ing and tracking the migration and nesting However, a consolation rally was held and of birds in New Zealand, was very entermore than 60 turned up for one of the three taining, and there was not a peep out of scheduled runs. English schoolboy John anyone for an hour. His presentation and Williams was just 16 when he fell in love the quality of photos were excellent. with a little three-wheel sports car. Sixty On Sunday 11 April the Wanganui Hot years on and half way round the world, Rod club had their occasional River City John, now 76, his wife Jill beside him, Parkup to raise money for charity - this were part of the tour. The 1937 Morgan year for RDA. We supported this event Supersport, powered by a Matchless as usual - there is a great camaraderie V-twin motorcycle engine, was a bit rough between all the car clubs in Wanganui. when John bought it. Over the years he About 20 members displayed their cars to has steadily restored it to the current point the public. where it could be argued that it is better On 17 April we hosted the Castrol than new. Today the machine is the centre Motorcycle Trial. This is reported in the of attention wherever it goes – and it goes Rally Snippets. plenty of places. John and Jill regularly rally the bike, trailering it to such events as New Plymouth’s Rubber Duckie and WELLINGTON RAY BETTERIDGE Hamilton’s Mooloo Meander. We are thoroughly enjoying the

Locals Alec O’Hara (1979 Mini LE) and freedom experienced in New Zealand – Paul Furkert (1949 Land Rover) battled unlike most parts of the world. it out for honours in this year’s stretched A number of members attended the gymkhana at Solway Showgrounds. Taupo Country Roads Rally, and as usual Thirteen cars enjoyed excellent conditions there were fantastic roads and equally on the grass, with Alec taking a narrow fantastic people. David and Glynis win. Frances Pointon, 1926 Ford Model T Waghorn, who deserted Taupo to live in the and Malcolm Fleming, in a MG TF, got as Valley, returned to steal the top silverware, far as the top four. ably supported by fellow Wellingtonians. The gymkhana was up to the usual low standard, with Roger White setting cruel WANGANUI TONI JENKINS events to challenge every aspect of our

At our March meeting local historian motoring skills. Luckily his wife Diane Murray Crawford told us about the first softened the challenge with fantastic, car in Wanganui. This car was of course but slightly naughty, food to share. I beset with challenges, including speed took my grandson who excelled with his tasks. Unfortunately his Pa failed after kicking the kill switch and copped derisive comments from the crowd. A great sunny, funny day.

Club Captain Neale organised a trip to White Rock, which is white. About 35 cars, many from the Wairarapa Branch, enjoyed another sunny day on smooth unsealed roads to the Wairarapa Coast.

Terry Mathers brought his Peugeot 203 to March club night. What a fantastic restoration, a real testament to Terry’s skill and patience.

In April Julia Millen talked about a life where she seemed to seldom live in New Zealand. Riding a Lambretta in Italy in the 1960s, driving and hitchhiking in Spain, Paris, Yugoslavia, Patagonia and even visiting Scott Base, to name just a few places. I can’t wait to read her book Fair Weather Hitchhiker.

WELLSFORD/WARKWORTH CHRIS HARVEY

Thankfully the Covid-19 restrictions imposed on the Greater Auckland area are over as they have impacted our activities seriously in the last year. The extended Auckland restrictions prompted several of our members to attend enjoyable events put on by other branchees north and south of us which were not affected by the restrictions.

We just squeaked in with our swap meet on Saturday 27 February before the restrictions were re-imposed the very next day. The swap meet was a success and we raised a good amount for branch funds. We had a good display of vehicles in the paddock alongside the stalls.

Our mid-week beach picnics are now over, and we move to café lunches during winter. Club nights are running regularly again and at the last one we had an interesting talk by Dave Stott. He is an engineer who oversaw the restoration of the old Warkworth Hotel, and is currently working on the infamous High Street intersection which controls access to Matakana, Sandspit and Snell’s Beach.

On Saturday 20 March ten branch vehicles were displayed at the Warkworth A&P Show, and on Sunday 18 April we had a run to Muriwai to see the famous gannet colony, which was almost deserted as most birds had already migrated to Australia.

We now look forward to our main rally of the year, the Winter Woollies Wander on the weekend 3-4 July. Further ahead is the Daffodil Rally for Cancer on Sunday 29 August, from Smale’s Farm in Takapuna

to Matakana, and we hope both events will be well supported by our friends in other branches.

WEST COAST ELSPIE MITCHELL

2021 Scenicland Rally: It was fantastic that this year’s rally was able to happen following much disappointment when Covid-19 scuttled the 2020 event. The variety of vehicles that arrived for the briefing ranged from the early 1900s through to many more modern classics. There were over 80 entries, with two thirds from outside the Coast. My favourite had to be the 1919 Buick with its soft-top - a stunner.

For my first rally ever we chose the adventurous Route A, and travelled through the forestry road at Kumara, then wound our way around the back of Lake Kaniere. A beautiful drive, which I am sure those from out of the district would have enjoyed. It was new territory for me, with a stop to enjoy the picturesque Dorothy Falls. When we arrived at the Heritage Park at Hokitika the volunteers had parking well under control, with row upon row of classics perfectly parked.

The Park gave rally participants the opportunity for a cuppa and bite to eat, as well as the opportunity to look at some amazing engines, stagecoaches and vehicles. A ride on the wee model train over bridges and through some lovely bush was a highlight. If you have never been to the Heritage Park in Hokitika think about a visit, as it has something for everyone and is run by a band of dedicated volunteers.

PASSING LANE

In this column we acknowledge the recent passing of club members. Information is supplied to Beaded Wheels by VCCNZ Branch Secretaries.  Blundell, Alan Reon Wellington Magee, Jim Canterbury Meynell, Dereck Canterbury McKenzie, Alister Canterbury Renton, Jack West Coast Strawbridge, Lester Taupo Rozenberg, Anton (ex) Wellington Veneberg, John (ex) Wellington 

TO CHANGE THE CONSTITUTION OF THE VINTAGE CAR CLUB OF NZ (INC.)

THE VINTAGE CAR CLUB OF NEW ZEALAND (INC.)

National Office: PO Box 2546, Christchurch 8140. Telephone: 03 366 4461

Explanation of changes required to the Constitution

The Club’s Executive resolved that provision for Online Membership Application be proceeded with so people of all ages, and in particular keen younger people, may be more inclined to apply for membership, enhancing the wellbeing of the Club in the future. To facilitate online membership, amendments to the Club Constitution are required and this Notice of Motion has been prepared in consultation with the branches and given formal status by the Executive so it can be presented to the members for their attention. A Remit to amend the Club’s associated By-laws was also prepared for consideration by the Club’s Executive and was discussed at the March 2021 meeting where it was endorsed with an amendment. The By-Law changes are an integral part of the introduction and management of online membership applications and will be finalised at the August Executive meeting.

PROVISION FOR ONLINE MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

We wish to lodge a Notice of Motion for 2021 to alter the Club’s Constitution in accordance with the Club’s By-laws, as follows:

Current Clause Wording

5. Membership 5.1 The membership of Club shall comprise of Individuals who follow the “objects” of the Club and whom the Club accepts as its Members (called “Members”) There are four types of members namely: a) Members – any persons interested in furthering the interest of the Club. b) Joint Member – Member and spouse (or partner) and/or dependent children up to twenty one year’s inclusive and residing with the member or temporarily residing away from that address while attending an educational institution c) Honorary Life Member – Any Member who shall have rendered the Club outstanding service, which in the opinion of the Club is such that a Member merits the conferment of the status of Honorary Life Membership. (Refer By-laws) d) Junior Membership – Any member 21 years of age or younger who does not fall under the category of ‘Joint Member’, who pay 50% of the current Annual Subscription for the relevant branch they are assigned to and a 50% reduction of the applicable Branch Levy.

5.2 Applications for Membership: Each applicant for membership must complete and sign the prescribed form of application for membership and be proposed and seconded in writing by two Club Members whose subscriptions are not in arrears. The prescribed form of application shall be in such form, as the Management Committee shall from time to time determine. After firstly being accepted in a Branch of the Club, the completed form or application shall then be forwarded with annual subscription to the Secretary/Treasurer. Any person, who agrees with the objects of The Vintage Car Club of New Zealand Inc., may subject to the Executive committee’s approval become a member of the Club.

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Notice of Motion continued

5.3 Rules: a) Each Member on joining the Club shall be issued with a copy of the current rules, the cost of which is covered by their first subscription. b) Each Member shall be issued with a Membership Card that shall be renewed on payment of their annual subscription 11. Subscriptions and Fees 11.1 All Members shall pay an annual subscription to the Club by a date determined by the Executive (refer to By-laws). The amount of subscription shall be determined from time to time by the Executive.

Alter Clause wording to:

5. Membership 5.1 The membership of the Club shall comprise of individuals who agree with the objects of the Club and whom the Club accepts as its members by the determination of its respective branches, and approves as its members by resolution of the Executive, (called “Members”). There are four types of members, namely: a) Member – any person interested in furthering the interests of the Club. b) Joint Member – The spouse (or partner) of a Member, or a dependent child of a Member, up to twenty one (21) years of age inclusive, residing with that Member or temporarily residing away from that Member while attending an educational institution. c) Junior Member – Any member twenty one (21) years of age or younger who does not fall under the category of ‘Joint Member’, who shall pay 50% of the current Annual Subscription and 50% of any applicable Branch Levy. d) Honorary Life Member – Any Member who shall have rendered the Club outstanding service which in the opinion of the Club is such that the Member merits the conferment of the status of Honorary Life Membership. (Refer By-laws) 5.2 Application for Membership: a) Each applicant for membership must complete the prescribed form of application for membership, which shall be in such form as the Management Committee shall from time to time determine. The form may be completed online and submitted by electronic means or may be completed and submitted in paper form; in either case with or without endorsement by a proposer and seconder, being financial Club Members. b) Each applicant shall indicate on the prescribed form of application for membership the Branch of the Club that the applicant wishes to join, and the application shall be accompanied by the prescribed Initial Annual Subscription as determined from time to time by the Executive. (Refer Subscriptions By-law). Once received, each application will be referred to the appropriate Branch. c) Each application for membership shall be processed in accordance with the procedure set out in the Membership By-law and until that process has been completed and an applicant accepted and approved as a “Member” in accordance with Clause 5.1, that applicant retains the status of Prospective Member.

5.3 Rules: a) Each Prospective Member upon acceptance and approval as a Member shall be issued with a copy of the current rules, the cost of which is covered by their Initial Annual Subscription. b) Each Member shall be issued with a Membership Card that shall be renewed each year on payment of the applicable subscription and any applicable Branch levy.

11. Subscriptions, Levies and Fees 11.1 All Members shall pay an Annual Subscription to the Club by a date determined by the Executive (refer to By-laws). The amount of the Annual Subscription, the Annual Joint Subscription, and the Initial Annual Subscription for prospective members shall be determined from time to time by the Executive. Each Branch shall determine the annual Branch Levy or Branch Joint Levy payable by its Members and the nature and amount of any incidental fee that may be incurred.

PROPOSER: GEORGE KEAR (05/06206) SECONDER: MURRAY TROUNSON (05/02537)

Voting papers will be posted to all financial members in July. The Constitution may only be amended, added to or replaced by resolution of 75% majority of financial Members voting by postal ballot. Please ensure your vote is posted by 3 August 2021.