Speed Read July 2018

SPEED READ JULY 2018

L E VE L PL AYI NG F I E L D AT SU BAR U R ALLY TAS MANIA The ARC will make a return to the Apple Isle for the first time since 2010, with Launceston and surrounds set to host the fourth round of the Championship

SA/NT EL ECTI O N TO FIL L B OAR D VACANCY

CAMS will now begin the process to elect a CAMS board director for South Australia and Northern Territory.

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The 2018 Tatts Finke Desert Race lived up to its iconic status, delivering not one, but two history-making sixtime winners in both the car and bike classes.

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Level playing field at Subaru Rally Tasmania

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SA/NT election to fill board vacancy

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Iconic Finke delivers historic victories

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Rainbow Enduro primed for AORC finale

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Clean sweep for Evans and Searcy in ACT

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Australian officials’ international recognition

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Sport NSW recognises long-standing CAMS Officials

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Improving rally safety

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Safety devices save lives

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Lower risk, better insurance coverage

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Night racing to hit QR

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Upcoming events: July

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Cash for your club

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Intra-state battles await Formula 4 in Queensland

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Clements dynasty in Australian Khanacross

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The Lowe-down on SA motor sport park

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Wilson claims second GT Fabrication Targa Sprint

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CAMS members first up for special WRC offer

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Campbell headlines huge event

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EVO tops Skyline Track Day

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Event permits now online

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Member Portal open to officials

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Family ties in Saloon Cars

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CAMS history: Geoff Sykes

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COVER PHOTO Hometown hero Steve Glenney is set for the ARC showdown in Tasmania in July.

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L EVEL PLAYING F I E LD AT SUBARU RALLY TASMANIA Photo: Dunlop - Motul Tasmanian Rally Championship

Subaru Rally Tasmania promises to provide the perfect platform to showcase the close and exciting competition of the 2018 CAMS Australian Rally Championship (ARC) on 27-29 July.

The ARC will make a return to the Apple Isle for the first time since 2010, with Launceston and surrounds set to host the fourth round of the Championship.

With most of the special stages using roads that have not seen competitive rallying since the 1990s, the event will provide a level playing field for Australia’s top rally teams to continue the battle for the Championship.

Three-time Australian Champion Eli Evans is in the box seat at the halfway mark of the season.

Evans and co-driver Ben Searcy hold a 25-point championship lead over Tasmanian Steve Glenney, who has had a super-consistent season to date in his Subaru WRX STi with podium finishes at all three rounds.

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Harry Bates sits in third, only nine points behind Glenney, and is perhaps the best bet to knock Evans, and the Skoda Fabia R5, off the top step of the podium in Tasmania.

Bates, with co-driver John McCarthy in the Toyota Yaris AP4, has regularly matched the pace of the Skoda R5.

Unfortunately a rollover at the Forest Rally in Western Australia and a blown turbo at the Netier National Capital Rally in Canberra have marred their championship tilt to date.

Molly Taylor, currently sitting fourth in the Championship, will be one to watch at Subaru Rally Tasmania – her strong connection through the Tasmanian-based Les Walkden Rallying will provide extra motivation to grab her second podium finish of the year.

Crews are set to enjoy more than 240km of competition over two days in the forests surrounding Launceston.

The event will kick off with a Super Special Stage in Inveresk on Friday

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HOW TO WATCH SUBARU RALLY TASMANIA night, bringing rallying to the city and setting the scene for a weekend of great competition.

Saturday’s heat will see competitors tested on the fast and flowing roads in the Diddleum Plains area before tackling the slow, tight and technical sections in the Sideling Range and Lisle State Forest.

On Sunday, competition will move to the north of Launceston in the Retreat Forest, which is known for its fast and open forestry roads. The final stage returns to the Lisle State Forest, which will also be the longest and most demanding in the event.

Rally headquarters and the service park will be based in the heart of the city at the impressive Inveresk Precinct, which is home to UTAS Stadium, Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery and University of Tasmania.

Subaru Rally Tasmania will also host round three of the CAMS Tasmanian Rally Championship.

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This is a FREE event, head to rally.com.au for spectator guides, information and more.

The Super Special Stage held on Friday night at Inveresk, will open the event and is a must-watch for spectators in Tasmania.

including live streams from the service park, on the CAMS Australian Rally Championship Facebook page and rally.com.au.

This round, a highlights package from the event will also be broadcast on 7mate on 15 August at 4pm.

Can’t make it to the event? Keep up to date with all the action,

ENTER NOW Entries are still open for competitors keen on taking on the Subaru Rally Tasmania.

Event management has also partnered with Sea Road Shipping to provide shipping options for teams travelling from mainland Australia.

Enter Subaru Rally Tasmania here.

Entries close on 13 July.

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“Being a board member can be richly rewarding by making decisions to ensure a sustainable and successful platform for motor sport to thrive” - Eugene Arocca

SA/NT ELECTION TO FILL BOARD VACANCY

Following the resignation of Board member Michael Clements, CAMS will now begin the process to elect a replacement, with nominations now open.

Clements was the elected director for South Australia and Northern Territory, meaning his replacement will be elected by CAMS members in those states.

CAMS CEO Eugene Arocca said the replacement process had now begun, with the CAMS Administration keen to work with the State Council to help identify appropriate candidates who are willing to help shape the future of motor sport in Australia.

“Being the director of a public company that happens to manage one of the most challenging and exciting sports in the world comes with significant responsibilities,” Arocca said.

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“Being a board member may mean having difficult discussions and making tough calls, but it can also be richly rewarding by making decisions to ensure a sustainable and successful platform for motor sport to thrive in Australia.

“The CAMS Board is committed to promoting diversity and encourages our female members to consider nominating as candidates to further represent the diversity that exists within motor sport. A good understanding of the legal duties and responsibilities of directors along with skills that would complement those of existing directors would be an advantage."

A nomination form is available here and must be received by 10 July, 2018.

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DELIVERS HISTORIC VICTORIES

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The 2018 edition of the Tatts Finke Desert Race lived up to its iconic status, delivering not one, but two history-making six-time winners in both the car and bike classes.

Shannon and Ian Rentsch took out their sixth ‘King of the Desert’ title, dominating the event on their 16th visit to the red centre.

The father-son duo led from start to finish, claiming pole position and setting the fastest time from Alice Springs to Finke on day one, leading the event by three minutes at the halfway mark.

The eight-time Australian Champions pushed their Jimco Aussie Special Pro Buggy all the way, extending their lead to claim the outright win by more than 16 minutes in a time of 3:36:37.

Rhodes Racing took out the rest of the podium positions with David Fellows, himself a five-time Finke Desert Race winner, and Mark Bergamin second across the line in their Geiser Bros Trophy Truck followed by 2016 Australian Off Road

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Champions Jack Rhodes and David Pullino in their Jimco Pro Buggy.

“It’s awesome,” Rentsch said of his sixth Finke win after the race.

“We’ve never won it from start to finish so to get the prologue, lead down to Finke and then back to Alice, it’s pretty special.

“It’s probably up there with the best one we have done.”

Rentsch will now take a handy lead in the BFGoodrich CAMS AORC pointscore to the final round in Rainbow, Victoria.

“That’s a bonus,” said Rentsch.

“Finke is the biggest race for us, we don’t think too much about the championship when we are here… but we should have a pretty handy lead heading to Rainbow now. It takes the pressure off from that point of view as well.”

Toby Price set out on his second attempt at the ‘Iron Man’ double in 2018, to win both the car and bike titles at what is recognised as Australia’s toughest off road event.

“Overall I’m stoked. Six wins on the bike for KTM and it’s amazing that we’ve got the record for all-time wins in that category.”

- Toby Price

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Shannon Rentsch / Ian Rentsch - 3:36:37.3

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David Fellows / Gregory Rhodes / Mark Bergamin - 3:53:25.0

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Jack Rhodes / David Pullino - 3:55:45.2

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Michael Marson / Chris Colbourne - 04:03:43.2

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Josh Howells / Bryan Erskine - 04:14:12.9

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Michael Magher / Daniel Hose - 04:21:02.8

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It wasn’t smooth sailing in the bike class either, with a fall just 100 kilometres from the finish line.

Price had enough time in reserve to win his sixth Finke Desert Race, from only nine attempts.

“Overall I’m stoked. Six wins on the bike for KTM and it’s amazing that we’ve got the record for all-time wins in that category,” Price said.

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The final day was bitter-sweet for Price however, with a power steering failure in his Geiser Bros Trophy Truck early in the return leg forcing him to retire and helicopter back to Finke to eventually win his sixth Finke crown aboard a KTM bike.

The KTM Australia Rider finished the race in just under four hours in total, over 10 minutes ahead of the next rider.

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Price looked to be on target after the first leg from Alice to Finke, leading the bike class at the end of day one and holding down second outright in the cars.

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“Unfortunately we didn’t go as well in the truck category for the

‘Iron Man’ double blowing a power steering pump. All in all it was good times, and I’m happy everything is all wrapped up for the weekend.”

Renstch now holds a 106-point lead in the BFGoodrich CAMS Australian Off Road Championship with SXS Turbo pilot Toby Whateley sliding to second having led by just two points after round one at the St George 399.

Whateley, with navigator Simon Herrmann, did everything right at Finke to be the first SXS Turbo home in 15th outright and claim the class win over Nathan Chivers and Scott O’Connor.

However, with Finke conditions favouring the buggies and trophy trucks, Whateley now has a lot of ground to make up at the third and final round of the AORC, the Rainbow Desert Enduro on 10-12 August.

Jeff McNiven and Andrew Reid, also in a SXS Turbo, move into third in the AORC pointscore following their top 20 finish at the Tatts Finke Desert Race.

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After a popular debut on the BFGoodrich CAMS Australian Off Road Championship calendar in 2017, the 2018 Hindmarsh Shire Rainbow Desert Enduro is fast approaching.

Despite torrential rain in the lead up to, and over the course of the event, the third round of the Championship was declared a fantastic success by competitors, spectators and Rainbow locals alike - all enjoying the spectacle of the tough endurance event in the tiny western-Victorian town, 400 kilometres north-west of Melbourne.

In 2018, the Hindmarsh Shire Rainbow Desert Enduro is gearing up to be bigger and better than last year.

The event will host the final round of the BFGoodrich CAMS AORC on 10-12 August and the scene is set for an exciting finale.

Eight-time Australian Off Road Champions Shannon and Ian Rentsch are in the box seat to claim their ninth title, holding a 106-point lead after wins at the St George 399 and the Tatts Finke Desert Race.

But second place Toby Whateley and Simon Herrmann will be pushing the Rentschs all the way – it will be a David and Goliath battle between Rentsch’s Jimco Aussie Special Pro Buggy and Whateley’s Can-Am Maverick SXS Turbo.

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While Rentsch will have outright pace over Whateley, changes to the 80-kilometre course at Rainbow may work in favour of Whateley’s nimble SXS Turbo.

Organiser Brett Price said some of the long straights have been broken up to promote closer racing across the field.

“There has been about one-and-a-half kilometres added to the track,” Price explained.

“On the run home we shoot into a paddock and run around the perimeter, breaking up a long straight. And heading away from the spectator area before you hit the desert, we now go through some trees instead of the along the road.”

There have also been some exciting additions to enhance the spectator experience – two jumps have been added, with plans to build one more, in front of the spectator area.

Supported by Graincorp and the West Wimmera Health Service, the Rainbow Desert Enduro will kick off on Friday afternoon with scrutineering taking place in the main street of Rainbow. There will be plenty of entertainment for fans including a jumping castle for the kids, music and fire drums to keep warm.

On-track action starts on Saturday morning with prologue, followed by racing on Saturday afternoon and Sunday.

For further information about the Hindmarsh Shire Rainbow Desert Enduro, and the BFGoorich CAMS AORC, visit aorc.com.au.

Competitors will complete these jumps in prologue and on every lap of the race, providing thrilling viewing for off road fans.

Spectators can also expect improved parking facilities and competitors will have access to larger pit bays.

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C LE AN SWEE P FOR EVANS AND SEARCY IN ACT Three-time CAMS Australian Rally Champion Eli Evans and co-driver Ben Searcy made it two in a row at the Netier National Capital Rally in Canberra on 1-3 June, claiming their second round win of the year.

The pair led from start to finish in the Tankformers Skoda Fabia R5, claiming maximum points for the round, seeing them take a 25-point lead in the ARC point score at the halfway mark of the season.

Evans relished the rough Canberra roads, holding off challenges from

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hometown hero Toyota Genuine Parts’ Harry Bates and Contel Communications’ Steve Glenney.

Bates and co-driver John McCarthy were the only team to challenge Evans for outright pace throughout the event. The rivals shared stage wins over the two days, Evans claiming nine stages and Bates taking out six. Bates won Sunday’s battle by ten seconds but could not claw back the time he lost with a blown turbo in the Yaris AP4 on day one, finishing the event fifth outright.

Glenney and co-driver Andy Sarandis were sitting pretty in second for much of the event until they too blew a turbo in the second last stage of the event. Glenney was forced to nurse the Subaru WRX STi through the final 18-kilometre stage and slipped to third outright.

Yes! Optus’ Adrian Coppin and Glen Weston capitalised on Glenney’s mechanical issues, their solid performance across the weekend rewarded with second position and a swag of championship points.

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Evans was understandably pleased with the result, particularly given the tough competition.

Glen Weston, who stepped in at the last minute for regular co-driver Erin Kelly due to illness.

“We’re stoked…Harry was going to be fast here, we knew that and he was, and Steve, I think probably drive of the event maybe,” Evans said.

“It was a steep challenge for both of us, Glen missed recce so he stepped in and obviously he had to take over from Erin’s notes. The first pass on most stages we were just trying to find a few things… but towards the end it worked like a glove so full credit to him, I can’t thank him enough and Erin for toughing it out through recce, it’s a win for both of them.”

“We won but Steve in a production car did an exceptional job… he’s keeping up and putting the pressure on us all the time.”

Coppin welcomed his first podium of 2018 and paid tribute to his co-driver

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In the ARC 2WD, Adam Kaplan and Aleshia Penney took out the round, with Howen Chu and new co-driver Pete Hellwig in second.

Visit rally.com.au to re-live all the action and videos from Canberra.

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AUSTRALIAN OFFICIALS’ INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION

[From left to right] Matt Selley, Trevor Neumann, Steve Chopping, Tim Schenken, Andrew Papadpoulos, Michael Masi and Chris McMahon.

CAMS’ officials continue to be recognised on the global stage, with the FIA recently highlighting the impressive efforts of three highly regarded officials.

This year, the FIA created a global pathway for FIA Stewards in order to find the best officials across the globe to officiate at the biggest events, and three of the 10 selected were Australian.

Michael Masi, Matthew Selley and Christopher McMahon have been selected as future FIA international stewards, meaning they will be helping to oversee the sport in some of the world’s best categories, including Formula 1 (F1), the World Rally Championship (WRC), the World Endurance Championship (WEC), Formula E, the World Touring Car Racing Series (WTCR) and World Rallycross (WRX).

On top of Masi, Selley and McMahon’s recent recognition, CAMS is also represented on the global stage by CAMS Director of Racing Operations and Virgin Australia Supercars Race Director Tim Schenken, CAMS President Andrew Papadopoulos, CAMS FIA Delegate Garry Connelly and 2012 FIA Best Senior Official of the Season Steve Chopping – all of whom are recognised as ‘platinum’ 14

FIA Stewards and regularly officiate in Australia and overseas.

Masi, who is also currently the Deputy Race Director of the Virgin Australia Supercars Championship and Race Director of the Dunlop Super2 Series said he was proud to represent his country and CAMS. “Growing up watching and working in Australian motor sport has given me a really solid foundation to work in some of the world’s biggest categories from the FIA Formula 1 World Championship and the FIA World Rally Championship,” Masi said.

“The training CAMS provides is world class and something I am personally very proud of and this recognition displays the high regard in which CAMS officials are held, whether we are officiating here in Australia or at events overseas.”

CAMS CEO Eugene Arocca said the global recognition was richly deserved.

“We are closing in on 10,000 licenced officials and we are delighted to see that Australians are being recognised on the global stage as we honestly believe we have the best officials in the world,” Arocca said.

“Michael, Matthew and Chris are all fine officials and I know they will do us proud at some of the biggest events in world motor sport.

“There is definitely a pathway for CAMS officials to aspire to and this news certainly gives those thinking about getting started in officiating a reason to sign up and get involved.”

Arocca said CAMS officials were also regularly requested to deliver training to other ASNs overseas, providing another revenue stream for CAMS. “This strong foundation is definitely an asset for our organisation and allows our officials to train those from other regions who are very keen to learn from the best in the business,” Arocca added.

“It is no surprise to us the FIA are recognising the work of Australian officials and it’s a testament to the dedication and commitment of all our officials.”

Anyone interested in becoming a CAMS official can find out more information here.

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SPORT NSW RECOGNISES LONGSTANDING CAMS OFFICIALS

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In an event held at Parliament House in New South Wales, four CAMS volunteers were recognised by Sport NSW for their services to motor sport.

and continue to participate in the sport across circuit racing.

Maurie Fuller was recently awarded an Order of Australia Medal this year for his work, which includes roles as Race Director, National Off Road Commissioner and sitting on the CAMS NSW Off Road Advisory Panel Chair.

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The annual event was hosted by the NSW Minister for Sport, the Hon. Stuart Ayres MP, and featured 280 guests across government and sport in the state.

Robyn Fuller was also recently recognised at the CAMS NSW State Awards with a CAMS Service Award for her contribution as a CAMS Event (03) 9419 0066 Assessor and Course Presenter, where lifestylebrands.com.au she mentored the next wave of event officials.

Received Distinguished Long Service Awards were presented to Andrew Brand, Sandra Brand, Maurie Fuller OAM and Robyn Fuller.

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CAMS congratulates the Brand and Fullers for their respective awards.

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CAMPBELL ADDS LE MANS VICTORY TO RESUME Australian Matt Campbell has won the 86th edition of the Le Mans 24 Hours in the GTE-Am class for Dempsey-Proton Racing.

Campbell was joined on the rostrum by teammates Christian Ried and fellow Porsche Junior Julien Andlauer, with the Frenchman becoming the youngest Le Mans class winner at just 18-years of age.

It was a double victory for Porsche across both GTE classes, with the GTE-Pro 911 RSRs also marking Porsche’s first win in either GTE class since 2013.

The win was a momentous occasion for the German marque who this year celebrate their 70th anniversary of sports cars.

PODIUM BREAKTHROUGH FOR MAWSON Australian Joey Mawson clinched his first podium in the GP3 Series’ second round at Paul Ricard in France.

“While standing on the podium, all I could think of was how proud Tom would be right now.”

Qualifying tenth on Friday, Mawson collected his first points of the year to be classified seventh in the opening encounter on Saturday.

The reverse grid race on Sunday saw the New South Welshman start on the front row, which was an ideal opportunity to show his ultimate race potential.

Mawson finished the second and final GP3 race in third, one second clear of Alessio Lorandi.

“I’m stoked with the results across the weekend,” Mawson said.

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“To get the first series points of this year for the team on Saturday and then finishing the weekend on the podium on Sunday was a fantastic reward and good motivation for everyone here at Arden Motorsport.”

The Australian dedicated his podium to long-time supporter Tom Warwick, who recently passed away.

“While standing on the podium, all I could think of was how proud Tom would be right now,” Mawson said.

“This one’s for you Tom. Here’s to many more throughout the year.”

Mawson now sits ninth in the outright standings, with the next round to take place this weekend at the Red Bull Ring supporting the Austrian Grand Prix.

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IMPROVING RALLY SAFETY Frontal head restraints (FHR) will become compulsory for competitors in multi club level and club level rally events from 2019 and 2020 respectively.

The changes follow the findings of the recent safety review in rallying undertaken by the Australian Institute of Motor Sport Safety (AIMSS).

Frontal head restraints are designed to reduce injury by limiting forward head movement during periods of rapid deceleration. Common examples of these restraints include the HANS device and the Simpson ‘Hybrid’ harness style device.

The changes will come into effect for multi club level events from 1 January 2019 and club level events from 1 January 2020.

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CAMS CEO Eugene Arocca said the changes were about improving safety for competitors at every level.

“The benefits of frontal head restraints have been proven in research undertaken throughout the world,” Arocca said.

“We have seen in Australia that these devices have unquestionably saved lives and reduced the seriousness of any injuries.

“There will be a small cost to competitors to fit this equipment in their vehicle, but ultimately there is no price you can put on your life or that of your co-driver.”

Frontal head restraints have been compulsory in National and State level rally events since 2015.

“We all know that motor sport is dangerous, but we have to do whatever we can to reduce the risks and ensure that competitors are using the best equipment to reduce the chances of suffering a serious injury or worse.”

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Q: What is a Frontal Head Restraint (FHR)?

A: A Frontal Head Restraint is a system designed to reduce injury by limiting forward head movement during periods of rapid declaration. It is important to note, for a FHR to be used in CAMS events, the FHR needs to be FIA compliant.

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Without FHR With FHR

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Q: What are the benefits of FHR? A: A FHR is of most benefit in a frontal or rearward impact incident, however there is no type of incident in which the use of a FHR will be disadvantageous. A FHR system is designed to reduce injury by limiting forward head movement during periods of rapid declaration. In doing so, the risk of serious spinal cord injury at the level of the neck, which can result in quadriplegia or death, is greatly reduced.

Q: What is the cost impact?

A: FHRs have been on the market for a number of years and there are a wide variety of suitable options available from various manufacturers.

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through to $1600. As with helmets, competitors will ultimately choose a FHR that meets their requirements, and budget.

Q: Is my helmet compatible with a FHR? A: The helmet must be equipped by the helmet manufacturer or agent with FIA homologated FHR fixation points and the helmet must be manufactured in accordance with one of the required standards.

Providing the helmet meets these requirements, tether points for the FHR are able to be retro fitted.

CAMS recommends contacting your specific helmet supplier if you are uncertain, or require any further clarification on compatibility of your

helmet. Many suppliers are offering competitive package deals for both a FHR and compatible helmet, so you may be able to upgrade your helmet at the same time.

We advise that you also refer to Schedule I in the CAMS Manual to ensure your harnesses comply with the requirements as listed in Type A, which will also be required from January 1, 2019, as a part of the overall implementation of FHRs. Q: Who can I contact to find more information?

A: If you need to discuss these changes with someone at CAMS, please call the CAMS hotline on 1300 883 959.

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SAFETY DEVICES SAVE LIVES “As soon as the Hans device became available...

I bought it along with a new helmet because to me, the safety aspect is huge.”

When Marc Butler lost control of his car during the Rally of the Heartland in June, he knew he could do nothing but hope the safety devices did their job.

Thankfully for Butler, they did just that - meaning he is alive to tell his story.

In a fast section during a rally, Butler lost control of his car heading into a blind turn. He hoped a large field would cushion the impact of the crash.

Unfortunately for Butler and his codriver, as their Honda Civic left the road the rally car landed on a fence post, piercing the vehicle body and sending the car rolling across the field.

It was a freak accident and one that Butler and co-driver Peter Sims were lucky to walk away from, with Butler suffering fractures in his neck and spine.

Thankfully, Butler was wearing a Hans device, (a Frontal Head Restraint system) as well as having winged seats, with both playing a key role in preventing him from sustaining more damage than he already did.

“I do believe if I didn’t have the winged seat and frontal head restraint, that my neck would have been severely broken and I’d be more than likely to have long term injuries,” Butler explained.

“I was aware that the Hans device was important but I wasn’t quite aware of how much the wings on the seat would have a positive impact on the outcome with the type of crash I was in."

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For Butler, competing without these safety features was never an option.

“I think definitely it was a personal choice for me to run with the Hans device and a wing seat a number of years ago,” Butler added.

“Despite the FHR only being brought in as compulsory for our level last year, I‘ve been wearing the device or something similar since I started rallying in Australia about eight years ago.

“As soon as the Hans device became available, and it was reasonable to purchase, I bought it along with a new helmet because to me, the safety aspect is huge.”

Now in a neck brace for up to six weeks and a three to six month recovery underway, Butler has time to process the accident and research as to how both safety features assisted him.

“It was a combination of both measures are important that to safe driving.”

The Frontal Head Restraints (FHR) are now mandatory in state and national level rallies and will be compulsory in Multi Club level events from 1 January 2019 and Club level events from 1 January 2020.

When Marc Butler set off that morning for day two of the Rally of the Heartland in June, he had no idea how grateful he would be for the safety devices he had decided to use.

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LOWER RISK, BETTER INSURANCE COVERAGE CAMS can confirm it has reduced the excess payable as part of its public liability insurance offering.

Previously, those making a claim were liable for a $10,000 excess, however CAMS has now reduced the excess payable, with the limits illustrated in the table on the following page to apply, effective immediately: CAMS CEO Eugene Arocca said he was pleased to be able to confirm a reduction in the excess which applies to both sporting and enthusiasts clubs.

“Our insurance offering, through our partners Gallagher, is there to provide peace of mind to our members and all CAMS’ affiliated clubs,” Arocca said.

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“We are pleased to be able to confirm that we have significantly reduced the excess payable on our public liability insurance to ensure there is no big excess bill in the unfortunate case of an incident,” Arocca said.

“Motor sport is a dangerous activity, and while we do everything we can to reduce the risks, having a strong and comprehensive insurance policy in place gives those involved in CAMS’ events some peace of mind.

“Further, we have been able to reduce the excess significantly for non-motor sport related activities, such as working bees, committee meetings, social drives to ease our clubs minds.

“Most importantly, CAMS members and clubs can take part in our sport, knowing that if something does go wrong they have a comprehensive insurance policy behind them.”

For more information about CAMS public liability insurance, and the insurance coverage for members, read more at Gallaghers’ CAMS insurance website

For a copy of the CAMS Insurance Handbook, click here.

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EXCESS LEVELS CAMS PERMITTED MOTOR SPORT EVENTS

CAMS NON COMPETITIVE, SOCIAL PERMITTED EVENT

CAMS SOCIAL EVENTS

(events or activities not involving motor sport activities and where general public are involved)

(events or activities not involving motor sport activities and where only club members are involved, eg. committee meetings, working bees, club social drive days, club only show and shine)

$5,000

$1,000

$1,000

N/A

$1,000

$1,000

Other entities

$10,000

N/A

N/A

Landowners

$5,000

$1,000

$1,000

Affiliated Sporting Club (Sporting Plans 1,2,3,4)

Affiliated Enthusiast Club

(Enthusiast Plans 1,2,3,4)

FAQ: ABOUT THIS CHANGE Q: Will this change cost me money or be passed on to me through increased permit fees?

A: No, there is no extra cost associated with this change to either clubs or members. CAMS will cover the costs associated with the reduction in the excess payable.

Q: Why are you reducing the excess?

A: CAMS wants to make sure that motor sport remains affordable and that clubs are not exposed to a significant excess bill in the unfortunate case of an incident.

Clubs may also be discouraged from hosting events if they think

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they might have a large excess bill following an incident – the significant reduction in the excess will provide clubs with considerable comfort if something were to happen.

Q: Can I find out more detailed information about the public liability insurance?

Q: When do these changes come into place?

A: Yes, the CAMS insurance handbook is available here and outlines the key information about all of CAMS’ insurance offerings.

A: These changes are in place effective immediately.

Q: Who are considered as ‘other entities’ in the table above?

Q: What do I need to do to make sure these changes apply to me?

A: In this instance, other entities are the bigger ‘for profit’ companies who operate under a CAMS permit or Category Management Agreement.

If you are unsure what excess costs apply to you, we can provide you that information as requested.

A: Absolutely nothing, if you need to make a claim, the new excess charges will apply automatically.

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NIGHT RACING TO HIT QR

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The highly successful Australian Production Car Series’ ‘Fight in the Night’ race returns to the next Shannons Nationals event at Queensland Raceway.

The series has run this format for the last three years, however 2012 was the first year it was introduced into production car racing.

Night racing has made a big comeback to the Australian circuit racing scene this year and Category Manager Iain Sherrin said it’s a spectacle everyone thoroughly enjoys.

“When it was introduced back in 2012, Sherrin Racing was taking part and we were very excited

“As a category manager, I love the spectacle that it adds to our calendar,” Sherrin said.

“For anyone watching our series or even motor racing in Australia overall, this is something different that doesn’t get done every other weekend.

“A lot of our racers go to the extra lengths of specially lighting up their cars, which really looks great. Especially when combined with the glowing brakes as they thunder towards some of the hardest braking corners in the country at Queensland Raceway.”

“As a driver, I like the challenge of racing in the dark— racing under lights adds another aspect to the track.… it is a whole different ball-game.” - Iain Sherrin to see the new event come into being – it was a welcome addition to the calendar and was well received by the competitor base of the time,” Sherrin said.

“Since then, its popularity has grown.

“As a driver, I like the challenge of racing in the dark—racing under lights adds another aspect to the track. It’s harder to see your braking markers and the apexes… it is a whole different ball-game to racing during the day.

“Night racing really just adds another element to an already exciting story—that has certainly been proven time and time again with the ‘Fight in the Night’—so I am not surprised to see that this kind of racing is making a comeback.”

Sherrin added that the effort competitors bring to the event makes it a really special moment on their racing schedule.

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The series expects a strong grid for the race in July, with entries to be announced closer to the event.

“With a near-capacity grid for what will be Round 2 of our 2018 series, I am really excited to see what two big days of racing at Queensland Raceway will have in store for our competitors,” Sherrin said.

“300-kilometres at night followed by another big 300-kilometres the very next day is a lot of racing, a lot of show and a lot of stories… it should be a great weekend for everyone on-and-off the track.

“The ‘Fight in the Night’ always throws up an unique race and a cool story, I can’t wait to see what this year’s instalment has in store.”

The Australian Production Car Series will feature at the next Shannons Nationals round at Ipswich, racing on 28-29 July.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

NEW SOUTH WALES

1 July: NSW State Motorkhana Championship 1 July: MGCCN July Dirt Motorkhan 7 July: CACA Night Skidpan 7 July: WAC Volunteers Rallysprint 7–8 July: Mantic Clutch NSW Hillclimb Championship R6 8 July: The Peacock Motorkhana 8 July: RTDC R3 Motorkhana 8 July: Barraganyatti Rallysprint 13–15 July: 2018 Hedweld Group of Companies Milbrodale Mountain Classic 13–15 July: Brakes Direct Border Ranges Rally 14 July: MX5 NSW HC18 R2 15 July: Coffs Harbour Motorkhana Series 15 July: NSW Interclub Supersprint Championship R5 21–22 July: CAMS NSW Motor Race Championship R5 22 July: Wollondilly 250 22 July: 2018 NSW Supersprint Championship R4 22 July: July Motorkhana 22 July: Winterfun Khanacross 28 July: Club Motorkhana 29 July: GSCC Hillclimb Series R3 29 July: Hastings Khanacross 2018

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Covering over 170km, the Brakes Direct Border Ranges Rally features Round 2 of the Queensland Rally Championship, and also includes a numbers of sub-events catering for the various state championships, series and categories. Run by the Gold Coast and Tweed Motorsporting Club, the event begins on Friday night 13 July and finishes on Sunday afternoon.

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NORTHERN TERRITORY

QUEENSLAND

6–8 July: TEDA–2018 Drift Invitational

1 July: GCTMC Khanacross with a Twist 7–8 July: QLD-NSW Sprint Challenge & Short Circuit Touring Car Series R3 7–8 July: WSCC Two Day Gravel Khanacross 8 July: HSCCQ Khanacross R3 13–14 July: Goldrush Hillsprint 14–15 July: 2018 Historic Queensland–Race & Regularity Trials 14 July: Roadcraft Motorkhana 2 Come and Try 15 July: TCAC Motorkhana Series R2 15 July: MAC Dirt Sprint R4 20–22 July: Ingham Autofest 21 July: 2018 CAMS State Super Sprint Championship

The seventh annual TEDA–2018 Drift Invitational will see more action than ever before with a state of origin battle at the hidden Valley Raceway which is sure to entertain all those who attend.

SOUTH AUSTRALIA 1 July: Motorkhana Come and Try 1 July: Winter Cup 3 Hillclimb 8 July: Southern Districts Rally Sprint 15 July: MSCA Super Sprint Rd 3 plus Come & Try

A record entry list of historic racing cars will take to the Morgan Park Raceway track at Warwick with special guests from both past and present to join the weekend in what promises to be an action packed weekend.

22 July: PSCA MK # 1 22 July: Collingrove Challenge Trophy Series 3 Hill Climb 22 July: PCS R1 29 July: SA Motorkhana Championship R5

TASMANIA 8 July: CMI Baskerville Hillclimb 14 July: MSCT 60th Anniversary Navigation Trial 21 July: Tasmanian Off Road Series R4 27-29 July: Subaru Rally Tasmania 29 July: Tasmanian Motorkhana Cup R4

Photo: Andrew Newton Photo: Sporting Car Club of South Australia

The iconic hillclimb track will play host to the third round of the Collingrove Challenge Trophy Series 3 Hill Climb run by the Sporting Car Club of South Australia.

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The Subaru Rally Tasmania returns to the Apple Isle for Round 4 of the CAMS Australian Rally Championship and Round 3 of the Dunlop-Motul Tasmanian Rally Championship.

Teams will compete over 240 kilometres during two days in the forests surrounding Launceston on 27-29 July.

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VICTORIA

AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY

1 July: 2018 WRX Club Championship R4

19-21 July: Narooma Forest Rally

1 July: Bruce Fiske Memorial Enduro 1 July: MADCC Hillclimb Championship R4 1 July: 2018 NGK CAMS Victorian Khanacross Championship R4 1 July: Avalon Motorkhana Series R6 7–8 July: CAMS Victorian Supersprint Championship R4 7–8 July: MGCC Club Hillclimb 7–8 July: Swan Hill Sporting Car Club & Shepparton District Car Club – Club Challenge 8 July: Multi-Club Asphalt Khanacross

Photo: Wishart Media

14 July: NGK Victorian Motorkhana Championship R5 15 July: Maserati Club Winter Track Day 15 July: Kyneton Car Club–R1 Closed Club Autocross 15 July: Avalon Autocross/Khanacross R3

The small coastal town of Narooma will come alive with the Narooma Forest Rally, which acts as a round of the NSW Development Rally Series and the ACT Regional Rally Series.

20–22 July: Victorian State Circuit Racing Championships R4 22 July: Maffra And District Car Club Motorkhana 28 July: Sandown Winter Supersprint 28–29 July: 2018 Victorian 6 Hour Regularity Relay 28–29 July: SUCC Wilbisu Winter Come and Try Drift Camp 29 July: FFCC/TCCA Group 5 Theo Wintel Group 5 Motorkhana R6

The Porsche Club of Victoria go to Sandown Raceway for the first sprint event at the venue for the year. With two classes available to both experienced and amateur drivers.

WESTERN AUSTRALIA 1 July: Autocross R3 1 July: WASCC CAMS Speed Event 7 July: Wheels on Yirrigan – Kumho Tyre Kirup Stages 7 July: Point 2 Point Shoot Out 5 8 July: WASCC July Race Meeting 15 July: State Motorkhana R3 28 July: Doug Chivas Memorial Track Day 29 July: WASCC July Race Meeting 29 July: Motorkhana Come and Try

The annual Doug Chivas Memorial, run by the Charger Club WA, is set for another safe and entertaining track day at the Collie Motorplex. Attendants can look forward to an exciting day of motor sport as well as a delicious BBQ for all.

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CASH FOR YOUR

CLUB

Almost $8000 worth of cash prizes were award to car clubs competing in the CAMS Club Challenge Australia, with recent rounds taking place in Tasmania and South Australia.

Presented by Famous Insurance, the events saw track records broken as crews chased hard for crucial times.

Circuit Excel were the victors in South Australia, and Porsche Club Tasmania Gold’s team taking home cash prizes for their respective clubs.

Clubs enter a team of five to compete on their behalf, with crews taking part in a hillclimb. The best time is divided by the class record, with teams scoring the lowest percentage to be awarded the winner.

Western Australia will host the next CAMS Club Challenge, to be held at Jack’s Hill on 5 August. Entries and information on the event will be open shortly, to be announced on cams.com.au.

Further rounds in Queensland and Victoria will take place later this year.

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SOUTH AUSTRALIA RESULTS

TASMANIA RESULTS

TOP FIVE

TOP FIVE

1.

Circuit Excel

1.

Porsche Club Tasmania Gold

2.

Sports Car Drivers SA

2.

North West Car Club A

3.

Sporting Car Club of SA Inc

3.

North West Car Club B

4.

Sports Car Drivers

4.

CMI Non-Italian Team 2

5.

Nissan Datsun Car Club of SA

5.

500 Car Club

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INTRA-STATE BATTLES AWAIT FORMULA 4 IN QUEENSLAND Round three of the 2018 CAMS PAYCE Australian Formula 4 Championship will make its first northern visit of the year at Queensland Raceway.

Ojeda enjoyed a clean-sweep at the most recent round at Phillip Island, where he clawed back crucial points after a difficult initiation at Symmons Plains in Tasmania.

Supporting the Virgin Australia Supercars Championship round, the Formula 4 championship fight is fierce at the halfway mark of the season. Only two points separate the top three, with Queenslander Cameron Shields at the top of the standings with 104 points.

The round also features an intrastate rivalry between Queenslanders Lochie Hughes and Zayd Tones, who are only eight points apart in the Burson Auto Parts Rookie of the Year standings.

Fellow Queenslander and CAMS Foundation Rising Star Ryan Suhle is only one point adrift in second place, with his AGI Sport teammate Jayden Ojeda also a further point behind.

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The Ipswich SuperSprint round is also a home event for debutant team Patrizicorse, who have quickly adapted from success in national karting to Formula 4 with Jackson Walls.

In the lead-up to the next round, a Formula 4 test day will be awarded at the Warwick Kart Club’s 2018 Queensland Junior Top Guns. The event has more than $18,000 worth of prizes on offer, with the Formula 4 test an eagerly sought after prize.

Entries are available via Karting Australia’s CMS. The most recent round at Phillip Island also saw the debut of speedway-to-circuit convert Ardie Jonic, who made a remarkable recovery to make a start in Formula 4 after spending the early part of the year in hospital after being hit by a bicycle. His story is available at formula4.com.au.

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So what are you waiting for?

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CLEMENTS DYNASTY IN AUSTRALIAN KHANACROSS Bradley Clements has become the first 2018 CAMS Australian Champion with victory at the 2018 CAMS Australian Khanacross Championship in South Australia.

Competing in his Subaru WRX at the SEAC Motorsport Park in Mt Gambier, Bradley claimed the championship title over a strong field of 54.

The victory was made even sweeter for Bradley - stealing the Khanacross trophy from his father Michael Clements, the 2017 champion and now 2018 runner-up.

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"I'm ecstatic, very happy," Bradley said.

"I had a little bit more experience on this track than dad, which helped get me over the line."

OUTRIGHT RESULTS TOP TEN 1.

Bradley Clements - 873.93s

2.

Michael Clements - 883.13s

Topping the junior category was young gun Liam Lewis. The 17-yearold took out the junior trophy and placed 18th overall.

3.

Jamie Pohlner - 883.15s

4.

Dale Cagney - 885.31s

5.

Matt von Bertouch - 888.15s

6.

Heath Johnston - 941.93s

7.

Aaron Wuillemin - 943.55s

"The weekend wasn't too bad, had my ups and downs, but overall it was pretty good," Lewis said.

8.

Damien Wilson - 956.19s

9.

Matt Kirby - 958.58s

10. Jason Sims - 964.33s

"Beating many of the adults, who have been around for a few years was definitely a highlight."

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THE LOWE-DOWN ON SA MOTOR SPORT PARK Hosted by the South Eastern Automobile Club (SEAC), the CAMS Australian Khanacross Championship was a successful weekend for all entrants.

Assistant Clerk of Course, Nathan Lowe, couldn’t be prouder of his team for the safe and enjoyable event, held over the Queen’s Birthday weekend in June.

"It has been a fantastic event," Lowe said.

"We've had competitors come from all over Australia - they've all enjoyed themselves.

"We've had no issues at all, basically everyone who started, has finished.

Obviously, you’re going to get a few panel dings, but safety wise, we’ve had no issues whatsoever."

The national championship was held at the SEAC’s purpose-built motor sport park in Mt Gambier.

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making it suitable to a variety of event types.

“We run motorkhana, khanacross and autocross events here. We also open up the track for testing… a few rally guys use the park for just that,” Lowe said.

“We’ve developed [the track] through government grants, event money and a lot of invested interest from our members.

“We have about 130 plus members each year. We’ve got a really good group of close-knit people who run our events. Our members have put a lot of work in over the past 30 years to get what we have now.

“We also get a lot of support from the other clubs in Mt Gambier and surrounds. We have a fair bit to do with the off road, go carting and speed way clubs.” Lowe added.

“Our members have put a lot of work in over the past 30 years to get what we have now.”

“We all get together and help each other out for major events.”

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WILSON CLAIMS SECOND GT FABRICATION TARGA SPRINT 3 4

Former AFL footballer Troy Wilson has won his second GT Fabrication Targa Bunbury Sprint alongside his co-driver Toni Cameron in what was a dominant display.

Wilson finished ahead of second placed Dennis Heller and Keian Guy, while Paul Brockbank and Josh Gardner took out third, with this win just as sweet as his first in 2016, due to adversity required to get across the line.

“Everyone has been congratulating me on the overall winning margin, and when you look at it now it sounds like I did it easy, but in reality it wasn’t easy at all,” Wilson said.

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“We had some dramas out there and it was a bit of a rollercoaster with mechanical and tyre issues, to be honest at one point I thought we were going to have to put it back on the trailer, but we made it through and it makes the victory even sweeter.”

Wilson wasn’t the only big name to take part in the event with former World Rally Championship competitor, Alister McRae and co-driver Declan Stafford claiming the fastest time in the classic vehicles class while rounding out the outright top ten.

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Off the track, the entertainment didn’t stop with plenty of action taking place in the Shannons Show ‘n’ Shine allowing the Bunbury locals to get up close and personal with the cars and crews.

Part of the West Australian Make Smoking History Targa Cup, the third ever GT Fabrication Targa Bunbury Sprint had the largest ever field in the event’s short history with 110 vehicles taking part.

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CAMS MEMBERS FIRST UP FOR SPECIAL WRC OFFER

Tickets are now available for the 2018 Kennards Hire Rally Australia with CAMS members the first to be offered a special deal.

The limited-time offer will allow members to purchase a three-day “Ultimate Get Me Everywhere” pass for $99 and receive a second pass free.

Pass-holders will have access to all daytime special stages in the Coffs Coast hinterland as well as the spectacular Super Special Stages on scenic Coffs Harbour waterfront.

Click here to take advantage of the special CAMS deal.

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With the event playing host to the 2018 FIA World Rally Championship season finale, fans are in for an entertaining three days as the

world’s best rally drivers take centre stage and battle it out for the championship.

Last year saw Thierry Neuville and Nicolas Gilsoul win Rally Australia in dramatic fashion and claim second in the championship, while Sébastien Ogier picked up fourth, which was just enough for him to secure the 2017 drivers’ title.

Kennards Hire Rally Australia will also host the CAMS Australian Rally Championship final round and will be staged on the NSW Coffs Coast on 15-18 November.

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CAMPBELL HEADLINES HUGE EVENT The Historic Racing Car Club of Queensland has seen a record number of historic cars enter its annual Historic Queensland race meeting on 14–15 July at Morgan Park Raceway track in Warwick.

In a huge coup, recent 24Hours of LeMans class winner, Matt Campbell will return to his hometown to compete in his Datsun 1200 Coupe.

An incredible 270 cars from the 1920s through to the 1990s will take part in the national event, which will feature special categories such as Group N

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Historic Touring Cars, Open Wheel Formula Cars and production sports cars, as well as act as the third round for the national Heritage Touring Cars Championship.

The event will also be celebrating 70 years of Holden, which will see more than 50 Holden entries take part in a special race dedicated to cars from the Australian marque built between 1948 to 1972.

Winner, Dick Johnson, Phil Brock and Barry Seton.

It will be a weekend full of non-stop action with tickets available from $20 and spectators to have the opportunity to roam and explore the pit.

Spectators attending the event will also be able to meet past racing icons such as three time Bathurst

Click here for more information on the event.

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EVO TOPS SKYLINE TRACK DAY

The recent 2018 Skylines Australia NSW Club Track Day saw an impressive 93 entrant field all bidding for the fastest times at the iconic Sydney Motorsport Park.

Despite the event being run by the Skylines Australia - NSW Car Club, makes and models of all kinds were welcome with a variety of Toyota Civics, Holden Commodores, Porsches, Radicals, BMWs and many more all competing.

However, it was not the day for the Skylines, with the final podium being made up of cars from different makes - Mitsubishi Evo X pilot Nick Kalis needed just four laps to set the fastest time of the day, an unbeaten 1:39.7920.

Remarkably, Nick Lazarevic and Hao Hu shared the same Mercedes Benz AMG GTR which saw the duo pick up both remaining spots on the podium with Lazarevic claiming second setting a time of 1:40.7560 on his final lap of the day.

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John Ford, the highest placed Skyline driver, was extremely unlucky to miss out on a top three finish, falling short of Hu (1:41:2380) by just two tenths of a second in his Nissan Skyline R32 GTR w/ V8 engine swap with a time of 1:41.4200.

It what was entertaining battle for third spot, Radical SR3 pilot Ben Martin also came quite close to breaking onto the podium, with his fastest lap of the day earning him a spot in the top five, falling short of Hu’s time by four tenths of a second with 1:41.5920.

With only one car being forced to retire, it was a highly successful day enjoyed by both competitors and spectators.

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Visit cams.com.au to access the CAMS Member Portal.

Officials wanting to renew their license online can now do so through the CAMS Member Portal.

CAMS CEO Eugene Arocca was delighted with the new portal upgrades.

The portal enables members to access all licence types available for renewal, including Bronze, Silver and Gold, also allowing members to view their license history.

“The new upgrades to the portal should remove some of the hassle that face our volunteers and make it much easier for them to renew,” Arocca said.

The process, which follows the same function as competitors license renewals, simply requires members to log onto the portal using their CAMS ID and password and upload a copy of their passbook as proof of event maintenance.

“It should reduce any complications for members and wait times for both officials and our staff.

“It’s a great change that will have a positive impact for all our officials wanting to renew their licences.”

EVENT PERMITS NOW ONLINE CAMS Members who want to organise an event can now easily apply for a CAMS Event Permit online.

away from paper based renewal and keeping everything in one place online.

Combining the traditional permit application format with supplementary regulations, applicants will be able to upload basic event details, list key officials, complete a safety first check, upload entry forms and order Level 1 licences.

“This will eliminate the need to complete approved forms and send bundles of paperwork to CAMS which is a good result for everyone.”

CAMS CEO Eugene Arocca believes the new process will allow members to spend more time on their event rather than filling in paperwork.

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Once the process is complete, organisers will be invoiced receiving approved regulations from CAMS. The permit types available through the new changes include all Social, Non-Speed and Speed events up to and including a National Championship level.

Photo: Chantel Collins

Click here to check out the list of online CAMS event forms.

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FAMILY TIES IN SALOON CARS Martin Family Racing’s have made the trek from Western Australia to visit the all-new The Bend Motorsport Park, and were richly rewarded with a class record on the circuit.

Their driver Grant Johnson set the qualifying lap record, won the first race, and went on to win the round overall.

The success also came off the back of their success at the recent Ernie Hastie Memorial.

All Martin Family Racing’s adventures can be followed on their Facebook page.

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GEOFF SYKES Geoff Sykes first motor sport experience was as a spectator at Creek Corner at a very wet Warwick Far International in 1969, before joining the MG Car Club in Canberra at age 19.

Over the next 40 years and beyond, Geoff rose to officiating at Australia’s first 25 world championships Grands Prix, directed the first televised rallies in Australia, ran a race track for Bob Jane and developed training systems.

Sykes was a public servant in Canberra, which gave him substantial spare time for motor sport - but also imbued him with a flair for organisation and process, which stood him above many in the sport.

His work on Australia’s first televised forest rallies, and his ability to meet the dual demands of competitors and televisers, created a strong reputation.

Sykes was an instigator of a one-off rally in Canberra called the Don Capasco, which was telecasted live by the ABC. The international rallies he ran in Canberra became a cornerstone for the development of the sport.

Sykes’ success led him to be hired by race driver and promoter Bob Jane to manage Jane’s Adelaide International Raceway, and while it was a big opportunity for Sykes, it as also an eye opener in terms of personal risk.

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Sykes convinced Jane that he should provide his massive Chevrolet Monza (the fastest sports car sedan in the country) to touring car legend Peter Brock to drive in the AIR round of the national Sports Sedan Championship.

Unfortunatly, Sykes risk didn't pay off the car’s collision with 12 others led to him being sacked by Jane following the incident. Sykes remained in Adelaide, working as an official at the Australian Formula 1 Grand Prix.

His ongoing contribution however was in management, training and compliance where he has been the author of significant training manuals and helped develop robust protocols on behalf of CAMS. He was part of small group who expanded and improved the existing

structure that ran race meetings of rallies safely and efficiently, all while complying with government, council and legal requirements.

Sykes was seconded by CAMS to overview the set-up of the Finke Desert Race when it expanded to encompass buggies and motorcycles.

His work to blend the two disciplines inspired other joint ventures to do the same.

Sykes travelled extensively on behalf of CAMS to institute training programs across South-East Asia and to this day still remains actively involved in a officiating capacity.

The above edited excerpt was taken from the popular CAMS History Book.

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