President’s Report

Welcome to the latest issue of Porsche Parade.

The Club continues to deliver a substantial program of events. I have just returned from Essendon Fields, seeing off the Women’s run to Romsey. This is the second Women’s Run by the Club and pleasingly was organised by two first timers.

Together, the Wine and Food Appreciation Dinners, and the Taycan Register, and the Women’s Run reflect broadening range of activities being offered by the Club. The Club Committees are always open to new ideas for different types of events.

I congratulate everyone involved in organising the recent competition event at The Bend Motorsport Park in Tailem Bend, South Australia. Travelling interstate for competition points is not something that the Club has done in recent years. The Bend is a world-class facility and adds another dimension to our Competition Program.

I had the opportunity to speak at the dinner on the night of the event, and I thanked Andrew Smith (Competition Director) and members of the Competition Committee for their courage in proposing and then organising the event. By running the event in conjunction with the Marque Sports Car Association of Victoria, the Club is able to offer a double header weekend at this magnificent venue for those interested.

During my time as President, there have been many happy and positive events, and there have also been moments of sadness and reflection. Elsewhere in this magazine, you will read of the passing of long-time member and former Treasurer Vin Jacono. In very recent news the Club is saddened by the passing of former President Jeff Thomas. My sincere condolences to their friends and families.

In news from Porsche, last weekend saw the celebration of 75 years of Porsche. Along with Porsche Centres worldwide, Brighton, Doncaster, and Melbourne each offered the opportunity to attend the dealerships to join them in the celebrations. From all reports a wonderful time was had by those who were able to take part.

I am continually in awe of the work of our volunteers, who power the activities of the Club. If you feel that you can assist, please make yourself known to me, or to Competition Director Andrew Smith, or Social Director Clyde White.

I look forward to seeing you tableside, trackside, at a club night or at another Porsche Club of Victoria event very soon.

Mark Horton Andrews President