January 2010 Next General Meeting - Wednesday 3 February 2010 All members are invited to attend our next General Meeting to be held on Wednesday 3 February at 8.00pm. Prior to the meeting, from 6.30pm, come and enjoy a barbecue and salads at a cost of $12.00 per person. Sharon Middleton, wife of racing driver and Club Member Bob Middleton, has agreed to be our guest speaker at this meeting and tell us about how she obtained her semi-trailer driver’s license. This lady will be very entertaining and you will be disappointed if you miss this delightful lady speak.
Don’t Miss
January 1 New Years Day Breakfast Waterfall Gully Burnside
January 1 Meeting on the Move Classic Section
January 13 Office re-opens for the year
January 17 Fleurieu Run Goolwa
Christmas Wishes On behalf of President Rodney Gibb and the Board, Colin, Sandra, Alan, Janet and Neville, we wish all Members and their families a Safe and Happy Christmas. We look forward to working with you again in 2010.
T Party Run Vintage Section
February 14 All British Day Breakfast Veteran Section
February 21 Classic 100 Run Classic Section
Booleroo Steam Rally Dates Remember to get in your expression of interest form for the Booleroo Steam Rally to be held at the end of March 2010. Contact the office on 8373 4899 or by email sccsa@internode.on.net or Jon and Di Pyle on 0427 719 153 OR email Dijon.pyle@gmail.com for more information.
February 2 Quarterly Forum Clubrooms
Competition News A big thank you to all volunteers who have been involved in organizing (in all capacities) at any of our events throughout 2009. Your assistance at these events is invaluable.
January 26 Australia Day Parade Vintage Section
A PLEA FROM THE LIBRARY WOULD ALL SECTIONS GIVE A THOUGHT TO HAVING SOMEONE BECOME FAMILIAR WITH THE LIBRARY SYSTEMS SO THAT THE LIBRARY CAN BE ADEQUATELY STAFFED EACH MEETING NIGHT. It is a simple task, and no special skills are required.
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February 27 Round 1 SA State Motor Racing Champs Mallala
New Members – November 2009 Patricia Brady Stephen McKeown Martin Blanchard David Watkins Warren Randall Phil Corren Frank Zindel Simon Kaplan Jason Allen Gaz Ward
Classic Competition Veteran General General General Vintage, Classic, HRR General, Fleurieu, Comp. General, Classic General
Library News With the final event on the V8 Supercar Series having now been run and the championship decided at our newest circuit in Sydney, and a new magazine recently arrived entitled PROFESSIONAL MOTOR SPORT CIRCUIT, it is interesting to look at circuit design and history. I visited Homebush frequently for work before it became the site for the Olympic Village and could never imagine that a motor racing circuit would be there. Touring Car Champion Mark Skaife had a lot to do with its design, but even so the green groups required a three meter narrowing of the track in one of its fastest parts, annoying the drivers and teams, and making it more exciting for the spectators. This past year we have seen new tracks used at Townsville and Hamilton NZ and many other places around the world. What about some of the older and famous circuits? Some are still being used and some have returned to dust or even become housing estates. We have dozens of books of stories from the world’s circuits, just come into the Library and tell us which is your favourite circuit or event. One book on Australian circuits stands out: FAST TRACKS, AUSTRALIA’S MOTOR RACING CIRCUITS 1904-1995. Who remembers some of these names from the past? Albany and Busselton in WA, Darley and Undera in Vic, Catalina Park and Schofields in NSW, Strathpine and Surfers Paradise in QLD, and Quorn Hall and Longford (my favourite) in Tasmania. PAUL MURRELL is compiling a history on Port Wakefield. If anyone has information, like press clippings, photos or even anecdotes, Paul would be pleased to hear from you. He can be contacted through the Library or on 8338 9175. RON JOHNSON is doing the history of Collingrove, a very important Club asset. He would also appreciate your help. He can be contacted on 8251 3719. Peter Mussared has generously supplied us with Brooks Book number 7 for our overseas commitment. We are grateful for this. Thankyou for support during 2009 and we have a good selection of new books coming in early 2010, all made possible by your generosity. HAPPY NEW YEAR TO YOU ALL From the Library – Connecting People with Information Email us at sccsalibrary@internode.on.net
HRR News Planning for the 2010 Mallala Easter Historics is well under way with this also being the opening round of the Historic Touring Car Association’s racing calendar. A full field is expected. A super sprint demonstration may also be trialled along with a concourse/show and shine day on the Sunday. A Historic Eligibility Officer is still required for South Australia; if you are interested give me a call for details. MB 0417876484 CAMS has some great new information technology improvements up and running on the web site such as an individual portal where you can modify your own details and officials can text CAMS to find out if a your license is current. Merry Xmas or Happy Holidays to be politically correct and lets look forward to a great 2011. No HRR general meeting in January 2010 Cheers from the HRR Committee
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Fleurieu News Coonawarra Weekend 13-16 November 2009 On Friday 13th, in record heat conditions 30 SCC members set off for the Fleurieu group’s annual weekend away, this year to the Coonawarra. Rendezvousing at the Keith Hotel for lunch with lots of laughter the scene was set for a great weekend. In convoy the group made their way to the Coonawarra where they checked in to the Chardonnay Lodge. After settling in the members all gathered in the rotunda in the centre of the complex for a barbecue dinner and by then a welcome respite from the heat. On Saturday morning they lined up in the front car park to compete in the Margaret & Geoff Roberts annual “Mystery Run”. There was lots of fierce competition with many setting records for u-turns as they strived to answer several difficult questions. The run culminated with a most enjoyable lunch at the Kincraig Hotel in Naracoorte and finally a leisurely drive back to Chardonnay Lodge for some R & R. That night guests were served a delicious a la carte dinner in the very elegant dining room at the Lodge. During the course of the evening the results of the day’s “Mystery Run” were announced by Margaret Roberts and many participants were presented with fun prizes amid much laughter and banter taking place throughout the room. Congratulations went to the winners of the perpetual trophy, a joint effort by Dennis & Pat Crowhurst and Brian & Rosemary Sawley. On Sunday morning the group strolled across the road to The Poplars Winery where they were treated to a walking tour of the massive winery complex and given an insight in to the entire process of wine making. From there the school bus transported the group to Di Giorgio Winery for wine tasting then on to Heyward’s Royal Oak Hotel in Penola for a leisurely and sumptuous lunch. The return journey took in stops at Balnaves and Wynn’s wineries for more wine sampling before reaching Chardonnay Lodge. The farewell evening was held in the rotunda and following a light casual dinner everyone joined in the fun by participating in the party games organised by committee member Christine Finnis. The Fleurieu Group and its Chairman, Noel Roscrow, extend their sincere thanks to Judy & Garry Rainsford for their organisation of a very successful and fun event. Fleurieu Runs for 2010 Sunday 17 January – run leaving from the Goolwa Regatta Yacht Club, Barrage Road, Goolwa at 10.15 for 10.30 and finishing for lunch at the Newton residence, Liverpool Road, Goolwa. Please bring your lunch, chairs, glasses etc. RSVP to Ali Roscrow, 8555 2029 or @bigpond.net.. Sunday 28 February – Dawnbuster Run Sunday 11 April – Dawnbuster Run Sunday 2 May – May Day Luncheon Sunday 26 September – Mid morning Run Saturday 23 – Sunday 24 October – Weekend away Sunday 14 November – Mid morning Run.
Dad’s Army and Other Volunteers For those members who do not know about Dad’s Army, they are group of members who come in on Tuesday morning’s and assist with maintaining the Clubrooms and garden, as well as any other odd jobs to be done. If you are interested and have some spare time on Tuesday mornings (it doesn’t need to be every Tuesday), give us a call in the office Wednesday to Friday 8373 4899. Morning tea / coffee and biscuits are provided. There are also other opportunities where volunteers can have a lot of fun. One such opportunity is catering for a group of ladies (known as the Ionians) on the fourth Wednesday each month. This involves making sandwiches with a group of ladies and you are normally rostered on every second month. Once again, contact the office for more information. A special lunch was held in December to thank volunteers from Dad’s Army, the Ionian Group and the Library team.
January 2010
Classic News Coming Meetings Friday 1 January Meeting on the Move is the Classic Section’s traditional opening event for the New Year. We meet at the car park on Fullarton Road next to the old Victoria Park Racecourse at 5.45pm for a 6.30pm start. A lovely cruise through the hills in the balmy evening light finishes at the Belair Country Club for dinner. Cocktails will be served on arrival, then a lovely two course dinner will follow. Bar facilities available all evening and minimal business to address. There will be generous raffle prizes including Tim Carrig's services around your house as the main feature. All this for $28pp plus a $2 run fee per car on the night. Your attendance helps support the whole SCC! Friday 5 February Don't forget that the Sunseeker Rally goes on sale at this meeting, be there to book or miss out on Sunseeker 2010 by the River!! Coming Events Sunday 21 February Gordon Taylor has organised a navigational rally with a few simple questions along the way. Meet at the club and after the morning's run and navigational exercise, back to the club for a delicious lunch. Bar facilities will be available during lunch. Entry forms from the club office Wed to Fri or on the club's website. Everybody welcome and visitors too. Sunday 21 March This will be the date for our March run, no details yet, but please keep the date in mind and watch this space. Sunday 11 April We are going to hold Old Keels and Wheels again in 2010 on this date. This is a fabulous day out for all those with interesting cars of all ages, Veteran, Vintage and Classic. Start will be from the SCC as usual, a gentle cruise down to the Royal SA Yacht Squadron, where we will join the yachtsmen in displaying our cars and boats at their beautiful marina at Outer Harbour. Cost will be $10 per car and you can either BYO picnic and drinks, or dine in the squadron's dining room for a more formal lunch, at your own expense. Entry forms will be available at the February meeting and you will be encouraged to give basic vehicle/boat details for the program. Bar facilities available, coffee man on site and gelati man too. Rides on two of the yachts will also be available at a small additional cost. Model yachts will be sailed around the marina and there will also be a display of static engines too. We are hoping for a big turn out, everybody welcome, especially children. Don't forget your camera, it makes quite a spectacle. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year Safe driving Andy Morgan Classic Section Chairman
Vintage News Previous events/meetings November’s combined Vintage/Veteran section meeting was well supported – a full report with photos will appear in the Veteran magazine. The Christmas Picnic was well attended – our thanks to Ian “Father Christmas” Wilson for again donning the costume! Coming Meeting Please note we will not be holding a January meeting. Our next meeting will be held on February 12. Coming events Friday January 1 – New Years Day Breakfast – this is always a great event – please refer Veteran Section for more details. Sunday January 17 – T Party Run – Meet at the Model T club rooms in the centre of Port Road opposite Godfreys for a 9am sharp start. BYO morning tea. The run will be determined by the weather – but in any event will conclude by midday. Please come along for what will be a fun morning! Tuesday January 26 – Australia Day Parade through the City. Please note that this is now a late afternoon event. If you wish to participate, please ring Ruth Day on 0423 096 563 to register your interest and get further details. Andrew Christophersen
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Veteran News Coming Meetings Friday January 15 – No Veteran Meeting Friday February 19 – Stuart MacDonald will speak on Carl Wittber who made the first brief flight in Australia Friday March 19 – film of the recent London to Brighton Down Under Coming Events Friday January 1 – New Year’s Day Breakfast, Waterfall Gully, Burnside – IF THE DAY IS FORECAST OVER 33 DEGREES OR A TOTAL FIRE BAN DAY, IT IS CANCELLED. Otherwise BYO everything for a picnic breakfast. From 9.30am at Waterfall Gully. Enquiries to Simon 8264 2658 or 0401 054 967. Sunday March 7 – Historic Vehicle Day – open to all vehicles up to the end of 1930 - 11-3 at the park on the north side of Anzac Hwy near the Keswick Bridge. This will be preceded by breakfast near Jolley’s Boathouse on the River Torrens. BYO from 9am start. Depart approx 10.30am. Sunday March 14 – Wittber Run – Veteran & Vintage Run to Greenfields & SA Aviation Museum to celebrate SA’s first flight. March 25-29 – Outing to Booleroo Centre Steam Rally – contact Di or Jon Pyle on 8371 2219 or 0427 719 153. Suit larger veteran, vintage & classic vehicles, but moderns will also be welcomed.
Market Place Wanted to Sell Valiant Torque Flite Auto Trans, Fully reconditioned, including convertor. Suit R-AP6 Press button Slant 6 cyl. $900 ono. John Pocock 8337 4625. 1978 MG Midget, 30,000miles. Very good condition. Penny Hutton 8261 5336. WXV 545. Veteran/Vintage Renault engine – contact Don Bosanquet on 0415 556 053. Wanted to Buy Jaeger or Smiths 1060 Speedometer (for MGB Series 1). Bruce Standen 8337 6165 or 0438 337 616. Veteran Tachometer (approx 0-2000rpm) for a Talbot. Mike Pryce 8379 5288. An SA, AA badge (not RAA). Ral Rainsford 8552 8494 or 0418 833 944. Smiths Amp gauge mid/late 1920s. Contact Andrew Christophersen on 8370 8115. Holiday House to Rent – Stansbury, Y.P. Overlooking the sea. 100 years old, restored to old era. Accommodates 5 people. Minimum 3 nights. Bedspreads supplied, BYO sheets, blankets, pillows. Outdoor gas bbq in garden setting, pergola and picnic furniture. Off street parking. Contact Graham South (08) 8297 2475 or 0417 894 814. Holiday Rental – Port Elliott Cowsley House, a luxuriously appointed 2 storey limestone cottage situated in a quiet street in the heart of Port Elliott, only metres from The Strand and 5 minutes walk to Horseshoe Bay. 3 bedrooms (sleeps up to 4 adults and 4 children) 2 bathrooms, designer bed linen and towels provided. Full cooking facilities including dishwasher. Private courtyard for alfresco dining. Off street parking in lockable garage. Visit .cowsleyhouse.com. or call 0428 130 899 for full details. Visiting France? Stay a while in SCC member’s medieval village house. In SW France this carefully restored stone house, dating from the Century, has modern appliances, central heating. Sunny terrace, garden, secure parking. Our interesting small town of Castelnau-Montratier and surrounding countryside with vineyards offers a perfect way to experience France. Good availability for short or longer rentals. Phone John or Norma on 8223 2707 for full details and brochure or visit .housesouthfrance. . Holiday Rental – Victor Harbor 2 Story fully self-contained townhouse. Park your car and walk everywhere. Uninterrupted sea views. Centrally located in town centre. Sleeps up to 6. Two car lock up garage. All linen supplied. Ian & Marion Patrick. Phone 8379 2347 or 0414 438 520.
January 2010
Christmas Hours Members please note that the office will close at 12pm on Friday 18 December and will re-open on Wednesday 13 January 2010.
Don’t Miss
January 1 New Years Day Breakfast Waterfall Gully, Burnside
January 1 Meeting on the Move Classic Section
January 13 Office re-opens for the year
January 17 Fleurieu Run Goolwa
January 17 T-Party Run Vintage Section
January 26 Australia Day Parade Vintage Section
HQ News Results for 2009 "HQ Driver of the Year" 1st Graham Mason 2nd Darren Jenkins 3rd Andrew Schultz 4th Tony Bobridge 5trh Denny Couprie 6th Michael Pratt 7th Dean Nicola 8th Brett Mc Garrigle 9th Graham Boulter 10th Daryl Crouch
Awards Chairman's Cup Tony Grove Club Person Cheryl Matthews Most Improved Darren Jenkins Best Presented Denny Couprie Rookie Tony Bobridge
S.A. in clean sweep at Winton Enduro South Australian teams dominated at the recent Ken Leigh 4 hour at Winton Raceway. After breaking a rear axle and rolling in Friday practice, the very untidy car of Corey and Heinrich took pole position in qualifying and the win, followed by th Porteous / King and Holmes / Lovell. Schultz / Nicolo were a credible 8 .
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CALENDAR of EVENTS
Quarterly Forum Clubrooms
January 2010
February 14 All British Day Breakfast Veteran Section
February 21 Classic 100 Run Classic Section
February 27 Round 1 SA State Motor Racing Champs Mallala
February 27 Early Bird Run Vintage Section
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New Years Day Breakfast - Waterfall Gully Meeting on the Move – Classic Section Hub Lunch – Hyde Park Tavern Office opens at 9.00am Fleurieu Run – Goolwa T –Party Run – Vintage Section Australia Day Parade – Vintage Section
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Forum Meeting for All – Clubrooms General Meeting – Clubrooms Section Meeting – Classic Section Meeting – HQ Section Meeting - Vintage All British Day Breakfast – Veteran Section Meeting - Veteran Classic 100 Run – Classic Round 1 SA State Champs – Mallala Early Bird Run – Vintage
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General Meeting – Clubrooms Multiclub1 Hillclimb - Collingrove
Hub Lunch The next Hub Lunch will be held on Date: Tuesday January 12, 2010. Time: 12.30pm Place: Hyde Park Tavern, 187 King William Road, Hyde Park (just down the road from the Club). RSVP: Sarah Pfeiffer on 0409 197 404 or by email sarahsweets@adam.c om.au.