SECRETARY / TREASURER: ROB THOMSON ADDRESS: 7 LEATHAM AVE., STRANDON, NEW PLYMOUTH 4312 PHONE: 027 701 2485
E MAIL: taranaki@vcc.org.nz
CLUB CAPTAIN: BRIAN EVANS PHONE: 027 956 0441
E MAIL: brian.julie@outlook.com
NEWSLETTER EDITOR: JIM LOGAN PHONE: 027 604 4821
E MAIL: logandj49@gmail.com
BRANCH COMMITTEE:
GRANT BISHOP: 027 295 8492 grantmerrilyn@farmside.co.nz
KEVIN FABISH: 06 756 7665 kev.fabish@gmail.com
DANNY PATTINSON: 06 756 7735 pattinson-family@farmside.co.nz
PARTS SHED:
JOHN MUTER: 06 751 5554
CES BUDD: 06 241 0454
GRANT BISHOP: 027 295 8492
NEIL ROOK: 06 758 6737
BEADED WHEELS SCRIBE: COLIN JOHNSTON: 021 131 6699 cajohnstoncollections@xtra.co.nz
COMPLIANCE/DOMAS/VIC: LES BOGNUDA: 06 755 2810 021 084 82323 bognuda63@xtra.co.nz
MIKE WILLIAMS: 06 765 4419 annmike21@hotmail.co.nz
CLUBROOMS CUSTODIAN: ROSE COX: 027 353 9968 roselcox7@gmail.com
FACEBOOK ADMINIST’R: ALEXANDER JOHNSTON: nakivccmedia@gmail.com
GROUNDS CUSTODIAN: LES BOGNUDA: 06 755 2810 021 084 82323
LIBRARY:
DANNY PATTINSON: 06 756 7735
JOHN MUTER: 06 751 5554
MEMBERSHIP/ARCHIVIST: ROSE COX: 027 353 9968 roselcox7@gmail.com
MID WEEK COORDINATOR: Position Vacant
NAME BADGES: KEVIN FABISH: 06 756 kev.fabish@gmail.com
CLUB ROOMS: 1040 MOUNTAIN ROAD, [SH3A], WAIONGANA, INGLEWOOD. MONTHLY MEETING: CLUB ROOMS, THIRD THURSDAY OF THE MONTH, 8.00 PM.
Chairmans Chatter
Hello Folks
The big Vero International Festival of Historic Motoring is getting really close now with only less than a month to go before all entrants will start their run to Nelson. The Cook Strait ferries will have a real busy time in the days leading up to the event which starts on the 15th of March transporting all entrants from the North Island and vehicles across the water and return after the event. From what I have heard ferry bookings are full to the end of April. Best of luck for a great rally to all Taranaki entries.
We warmly welcome another new member to our branch. Rob Street from New Plymouth who has joined with 1957 Land Rover and a 1928 Chevrolet Utility.
The Branch is saddened to hear of the passing of member Hugh Cowan. We send our deepest sympathy to Jill and family. Hugh made a great contribution to our branch over the years that he served as our Club Secretary.
8 members attended the Inglewood Charity Motor Show held in Inglewood joining over 300 vehicles on show. It was disappointing to hear that all our vehicles were not all together on show as this is a great way to promote our club. We must ensure that we all are able to be together at future shows as our tear drop VCC flags are a great way of saying who we are when they are displayed at each end of the display of our vehicles.
At our Noggin and Natter night in January member Harry Duynhoven gave us a talk on the latest updates from the Federation of Motoring Clubs. There were some interesting questions asked and Harry was able to answer with his experience as being past President of the Federation. He answered an interesting question on the use of the old, black and aluminium rego plates and how they could be used again on our vehicles. If any members have further questions, I am sure Harry could be contacted and our own Vehicle VIN's and VIC'S officer member Les Bognuda will help with any problems or questions.
It will be a busy time coming up with the big annual Americana coming to New Plymouth with Street shows in Waitara and the big Street Party in Inglewood. It will also be great to see the vehicles driving around our province and towns over the four days of the event.
Also, I know some members are off to the Model T rally in Auckland and the Highland Fling Rally that is being hosted by the South Waikato branch. Have a great time and enjoy either viewing vehicles or driving them.
So, keep the passion......... get out and about........ Drive safely and keep to the left.
Cheers
Chairman Colin
Facebook Report and Update
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Club Captains Report
Inglewood Charity Car Show
Thanks to all the members that made the effort to bring their cars to the annual Inglewood Car Show.
There were over 400 cars in attendance with around ten club members making up the ranks. The weather played its part and made for a very enjoyable day. We have another request for club members to attend a rest home in Westown, If I could get an indication of who would be keen to attend one weekend later this month or early next month. We are currently planning more exciting runs for the year ahead and look forward to catching up with you all soon.
February Guest Speaker
There will be no guest speaker this month. If anyone has suggestions or recommendations for future guest speakers, please let me know.
Upcoming Events
15 February 2026
Mini-Vin
21–22 February 2026
Fossil Fuel Extravaganza – Hawera
24–28 February 2026
Americarna
Club Notices
As always, your ideas and suggestions are welcome we love hearing from you. We still have a limited number of Club Car Sashes available. Please come and see me if you would like one $15 each
Warm regards,
Brian
EDITORS REPORT
Well, just in from this year’s Mini-Vin and can I say that we were almost blown away by the day. 50 km/hr winds certainly made the day interesting, but the hardy souls that turned out had a day to remember. Thanks Colin and team for a most enjoyable tour round about the back roads of Waitara and the afternoon tea was exceptional. Congratulations to Grant Bishop who took out the top prize, thanks also to Danny and Shirley Hurley who provided the prizes for this year’s event
JIM LOGAN
Events Calendar
FEBRUARY
BRANCH EVENTS
DID YOU KNOW
That any members are welcome to visit our parts shed by contacting a committee member to organise a suitable time for a visit. There is a wealth of parts within and there is not always time on Club night to rummage through them all. The results of the membership survey that was conducted recently are now available to view at the clubrooms, see Brian Evans.
WANTED TO BUY
• 1971 VW, 1500 manual. As a first time VW owner I would like a any parts or advice that you may have. Also, any accessories to fit a 1971 VW or tools for the same. Ph Amy, 02108264899(mem)
• Ford T 21-inch wheel and rim, 4 stud bolt on type, ph John 7515554(mem)
FOR SALE
• On behalf of Estate, Vauxhall 1938 14/6 Tourer (blue), has a top opening boot and spare wheel Located in Wellington, contact Bryan Morris 0273721976
• V C Cresta, parts for sale, bonnet, gaurds, doors, boot lid chrome trim, contact Les Bognuda, 02108482323
• 1962 Morris Minor 1000, white, and very tidy in Stratford, $8,000 ph 0272836674
• Continental B6A motor, 1930’s MG side valve block with pistons and conrods, 1981 Audi
• 5 cylinder motor, late 1920’s Warner/Muncie 4 speed gearbox. A selection of wooden spoked and Sankey type wheels from 18 to 21 inch. Ph John, 06 7515554 or email megandjohnny@xtra.co.n
Anyone wanting one or more of these stylish decals to go on your vehicle’s windows, please see Kevin Fabish, size 5cm x 12cm
