August 2013 tlccv magazine

Overland Cruisering Toyota Land Cruiser Club of Australia (Victoria) Inc.

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Celebrating 40 years of Land Cruisering

INSIDE INSIDE >> 40th 40th birthday birthday meeting meeting >> Merry Merry Jig Jig Trip Trip >> Trip Trip Leaders Leaders training training >> Toyota Toyota History History >> 2013 2013 Annual Annual Report Report

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Guest 4WD service centre has been established since 1961 with extensive expe operating 4WD tours to some of Australia’s roughest and remotest areas. As well as general servicing and vehicle modifications, we pride ourselves on pre-trip preparation and suspension modifications to ensure customers have a trouble free 4WD adventure.

Extensive showroom

With decades and millions of kilometres of 4WD experience, we only stock the best quality accessories in our new showroom - at the best prices.

Services • 4WD service and tuning • Pre-trip inspection and advice • Suspension modification and kits • Transmission and diff repair • Pre-purchase inspection • Clutch and brake repair • 4WD tyres and wheel alignment • Dual and triple battery kits • Turbo & intercooler kits Products • Engel & Waeco 12 volt fridge freezers • Piranha off road distributors • ARB accessories • TJM accessories • Kaymar step bars and wheel carriers • Black widow storage systems • Cooper and BF Goodrich Tyres • Roof Racks • Rhino Racks • Long range fuel tanks • Electronic parking aids • Tyre repair kits • T-Van Camper trailer hire • Air compressors • 4WD maps and books • Shower units - hot and cold • Optima batteries • Lightforce, IPF, Cibie & Hella lights • HID head and drive lights • Recovery kits • 4WD tours • Safari snorkels • GME UHF radio and antennae • GPS and EPIRB • In car TV/DVD and Sat navigation

194 Grange Rd, Fairfield, Victoria 3078 Ph: (03) 9497 3899 Fax: (03) 9497 3155 email: info@guest4wd.com.au website: www.guest4wd.com.au

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AUGUST CONTENTS

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Club Information

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Committee 2012-2013

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Letter to the Editor

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Calendar/Coming Events

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Christmas Party

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Over the Next Hill

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News from Toyota

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Club heritage

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40th Birtday Meeting

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Merry Jig Trip Report

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Trip Leaders Training Weekend

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Trading Post

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Early Toyota history

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New from ARB

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2013 Annual Reports

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2013 Annual General Meeting

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Club Shop

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Overland Cruisering Toyota Land Cruiser Club of Australia (Victoria) Inc.

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Celebrating 40 years of Land Cruisering

General Meetings: 7:30pm on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at Mulgrave Country Club Wellington Road (corner Jells Road), Wheelers Hill Melways Ref 80 H1 Geelong Meetings: 7.30pm the 1st Tuesday of each month & 2nd Monday each November at the Supper Room, Geelong West Town Hall, 153 Pakington St. 3218. (Mel. 451 J2) ENQUIRIES: Membership & general to: The Secretary Toyota Land Cruiser Club PO Box 363, HAWTHORN 3122

Website: http:www.tlccv.com.au MEMBERSHIP DETAILS Joining Fee: $280.00 Membership: $145.00 REINSTATEMENT OF PAST MEMBERS If a member rejoins the Club within 5 years, a joining fee is not applicable.

If a member rejoins the Club after 5 years, they are required to pay the joining fee and undertake the Club’s Driver Awareness course.

RECOGNISED CLUB RADIO CHANNEL: 15 UHF

YARCK PROPERTY Our property is a registered Land for Wildlife property and no inference is drawn in the publication that the sign or registration has any other meaning.

Life Members: Graeme Wilson, John Whitney (Dec), Don Honey, Bill Dower, Alan Winch, Barrie McCarthy, Harold Ross, Sandra Tanner, Brian Stewart, Charles Norman, Ashley (Dec) & Judith Williams, John Turbill, Garry Cooper.

Honorary Members: Ross McClure, Clive Blakely.

Club Auditor: Chris Rumble

INSIDE INSIDE >> 40th 40th birthday birthday meeting meeting >> Merry Merry Jig Jig Trip Trip >> Trip Trip Leaders Leaders training training >> Toyota Toyota History History >> 2013 2013 Annual Annual Report Report

Registered by Australia Post Publication No. PP339119/00013 $5.00

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Main photo by Robert Norman

The opinions expressed in the articles appearing in this magazine are not necessarily those of the Editor or the Toyota Land Cruiser Club of Australia (Victoria) Inc. The Editor reserves the right to delete where necessary any section of any article, which has been sent for publication in the magazine.

Acceptance of advertisements does not necessarily imply endorsement of products or associated companies or individuals by the Toyota Land Cruiser Club of Australia (Victoria) Inc.

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COMMITTEE

2012 - 2013

Vice President Ian Ross 0419 551 255 president1@tlccv.com.au

Driver Training AH: 9591 0056 John MIlls: driverawareness@tlccv.com.au * Driver Training Course bookings * Awareness Course certificates

Past President Peter Dwyer A.H. 9776 1650

Yarck Management AH: 9723 2659 Brian Stewart yarckmanage@tlccv.com.au

Secretary Sandra Tanner Ph. 52 661 609 secretary1@tlccv.com.au Assistant Secretary Alan McMeekin A.H: 9816 4556 secretary2@tlccv.com.au Treasurer Marcus Kunath 0417 328 577 treasurer1@tlccv.com.au Assistant Treasurer Matt Parrott treasurer2@tlccv.com.au Committee Liz Mills committee1@tlccv.com.au Committee Russell Edwards committee2@tlccv.com.au Magazine Editor Sandra Tanner: Advertising Peter Dwyer

Phone: 5266 1609 editor1@tlccv.com.au 0408 549 691 advertising@tlccv.com.au

Magazine Distribution Russell & Lesley Edwards BH: 9360 9219 finerprint@bigpond.com Trip Convenor trips@tlccv.com.au Tony Middleditch 0418 543 536 * Register a Member’s trip * Assistance in trip preparation Technical

Marketing Coordinator Brian Tanner 52 661 609 marketing@tlccv.com.au Public Relations/media Officer Garry Cooper 0418 543 008 pr@tlccv.com.au Emergency Response Coordinator Bruce Fullard 0418 316 504 tlccrg@tlccv.com.au Raffles & Supper Gabi & Grace Azzam A.H: 9753 9970 Soraya Pickard Club Shop Graham Cahill

clubshop@tlccv.com.au

technical@tlccv.com.au Sergeant-At-Arms Russell Edwards finerprint@bigpond.com

Training Paul Hawdon training@tlccv.com.au • Club training courses co-ordinator Special Events 0412 580 963 Python Red (Paul) events@tlccv.com.au • Shows & special event co-ordinator Membership AH: 9558 1048 Barbara Bryant membership@tlccv.com.au * Membership renewals, name badges, contact detail changes Librarian library@tlccv.com.au * Borrow DVDs & books * Contributions to the Library FWDV Delegate AH: 9558 1048 Tony Bryant fwdvdelegate@tlccv.com.au Webmaster Laurie Miles

webmaster@tlccv.com.au

Excursion Visits Coordinator excursions@tlccv.com.au

Social Coordinator Helen & Rebecca social@tlccv.com.au * Book for participation in social events Visitor Greeters Ian & Jenny Johnson

AH: 9763 7068

Cruiserkhana enquiries@cruiserkhana.com.au Ph. 0418 120 374

GEELONG BRANCH President Brian Tanner

52 66 1609 geelong@tlccv.com.au

Secretary Sandra Tanner

Geelong Trips Matt McPhee

5266 1609 secretary1@tlccv.com.au

geelongtrips@tlccv.com.au AH: 5243 0797

Social Judith Williams

AH: 5250 2703

0419 551 255 Activities Coordinator Ian Ross activities@tlccv.com.au

MAGAZINE CONTRIBUTIONS

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

TRADING POST

All articles, trip reports and other contributions are welcome for inclusion in the magazine. They must be in the hands of the Editor by the first of the month.

Please send them to: The Editor, Overland Cruisering, PO Box 1778, Geelong 3220

• Please submit articles as Word (No documents with no formatting. fancy formats as it will only have to be removed in preparing for publication).

In particular DO NOT embed pictures in your documents • Images (photos) should be supplied as seperate JPEG files.

The higher resolution the better. As a guide images should be of 300 pixel per inch with image files around 1-5MB fine.

• If you have multiple images, please burn to a CD and post to Editor rather than trying to email numerous images.

• Articles can be posted with normal photos. They will be scanned and returned to the author if a self-addressed envelope is provided.

• Note: if selling a vehicle in the Trading Post it is a Motor Car Trader Regulation (1988-22(4) legal requirement that a cash price, registration number or engine number are supplied.

or email: btanner@bemail.com.au or editor1@tlccv.com.au Members’ name and membership number must accompany all articles and/or contributions.

ADVERTISING A TRIP • Note: All trips must be approved by the Trip Convenor before they can be gazetted in Overland Cruisering.

All contributions MUST BE received by the 1st of the month.

ADVERTISERS Please support those companies that advertise in our magazine. Let them know you saw their advert in Overland Cruisering.

A R E Y O U R M E M B E R S H I P D E TA I L S C U R R E N T ?

If you have recently moved, please notify Barbara Bryant – Membership Officer – and provide your new address, telephone number(s) and (if altered) your email address as soon as possible. Please also remember to remove the Club sticker if you change or sell your four-wheel drive.

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LETTERS

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Dear Editor, It was a privilege to attend the July meeting of the TLCCV held to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Club, and I congratulate all of your Committee and current members on continuing to be part of a great organization.

Little did we think on that July winter’s night back in 1973 that 40 years on we would be getting together as part of one of the biggest 4WD Clubs in Victoria.

The enthusiasm of that very first Committee continues to be an attribute of the current Committee members – and of all those that have served in various positions over the 4 decades.

May I say a big thank you to you all for ensuring that the legacy of that original Committee, and particularly John Whitney and John Atkins, is valued and appreciated and importantly, enjoyed.

Cutting the 40th Birthday cake – and winning the door prize! – was a very special moment. Thank you.

Graeme Wilson.

Member No. 1 and Life Member.

Graeme cuts the 40th birthday cake Below: “Talk about the luck of the Irish!”, Graeme also won the special door prize at our 40th birthday meeting.

EVENTS ANNUAL “MONSTER” MAINTENANCE & CONSTRUCTION WORKING BEE WEEKEND 23rd & 24th NOVEMBER, 2013 To be held at Yarck, a “Monster” working bee is being organized for members to assist in preparing our beautiful property for the summer months and the ensuing Cruiserkhana.

We need as many members as possible to come for the weekend or even for a day. There are a host of tasks that require our attention for the safety of our members and the property.

BYO tools and the usual food and liquid requirements.

Saturday night a BBQ will be provided.

For catering purposes, please advise if you will be attending by emailing: social@tlccv.com.au

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CALENDAR August 20th August 24th & 25th September 1st Aug 31st & Sept 1st September 10th September 15th September 21st September 21st & 22nd September 28th & 29th October 5th & 6th October 8th October 12th & 13th October 19th October 19th & 20th October 20th October 26th & 27th November 2nd – 5th

TRAINING

COMING TRIPS General Meeting and AGM Yarck Maintenance & Construction weekend Father’s Day lunch at Mt Moriac Pub, Geelong DA Practical weekend at Yarck Yarck Management – DA Theory Brisbane Ranges day trip.

Dinner at Il Carretto, Carlton North Yarck Maintenance & Construction weekend DA Practical weekend at Yarck Splendor of the Little Desert Yarck Management – DA Theory Map Reading & Navigation Skills weekend Werribee Open Range Zoo Yarck Maintenance & Construction weekend TLCCV Strategy & Planning day (Invitation Only) DA Practical weekend at Yarck High Country Trout Fishing trip

Prior to booking or setting any dates for an event, please check with the Activity Coordinator who will ensure that there are no clashes.

Please email to the Activity Coordinator the proposed date, time, venue and overview of the event.

(Melb. Cup w/end) November 10th November 12th November 23rd November 23rd & 24th Nov. 30th & Dec. 1st 2012 February 22nd, 2014 April May June July 26th August September October 25th November 15th

Boots & Bonnets at Brighton Toyota Yarck Management – DA Theory Children’s Christmas Party (to be confirmed) Yarck Maintenance & Construction weekend DA Practical weekend at Yarck Rock ‘N Roll Night at Yarck Gumbuya Activity Park – Pakenham RIOS Brazilian Theatre Restaurant, Richmond Lower Plenty Hotel Pub Night Christmas in July lunch at Fergussons Winery, Yarra Valley Chocolate Indulgence Tour Blues Train Evening Halloween Night at Yarck Living Legends (home of retired champion racehorses), Greenvale Picnic and Tour

M A P R E A D I N G & N AV I G AT I O N S K I L L S W E E K E N D 12th & 13th October at Yarck

When technology fails do you know how to competently perform the following tasks?

• Find your way around the country and recognize features on the ground and on the map.

• Understand the information given on the map so you can picture the ground and its possibilities and limitations, even though you have not seen them.

• Assist in the quick and accurate transmission on locations of people or objects from their actual locations on the ground to maps relevant to any operation, activity or authority.

If the answer is “no” or “not sure” then this is the course for you. Theory combined with fun practical exercises, will cover all you need to know to be able to achieve all this and more.

Topics covered will include: Reliability and Care of Maps Map Border Information and Symbols Scale, Measuring and Judging Distance Grid References Ground Shape, Gradients and Inter-visibility Direction Compasses Map Orientation and Position Fixing Cross-Country Navigation Aerial Photography Latitude, Longitude System and Charts Global Positioning System Geocentric Datum of Australia Geographic Information Systems

EVENTS

F O R C O U R T, F I T - O U T S A N D F A N T A S I E S (Revamped Boots & Bonnets) Sunday 10th November, 2013 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Don’t miss this chance to view Club Member’s four-wheel drives and the individual fit-outs they have achieved.

• Lots of different ideas.

• Experts on hand with advice on accessories • Lunchtime sausage sizzle If you have already set-up your vehicle for trips, come along and share your ideas.

CONTACT: Paul (Tracks) Hawdon at EMAIL: training@tlccv.com.au

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SOCIAL

FAT H E R ’ S D AY L U N C H SUNDAY 1st SEPTEMBER, 2013

The Geelong Branch would like to invite Melbourne members to come along and join them for lunch at the Mt Moriac Pub where the meals are really good.

Please contact Judith Williams on 5250 2703 or email: ashleywilliams2@bigpond.com

SHOW & TELL method at the end of a long day of dishing up a choice of 9 different, hearty gourmet meals.

Don’t miss this interesting Show & Tell and possibly taste.

SEPTEMBER SHOW & TELL

Enjoy reliving or experiencing a Club member’s trip

No longer do we need to miss out on gourmet meals whilst travelling the great outdoors. Enjoy a visit by HAPPY CAMPER GOURMET who will show you an easy

SOCIAL

The fun, driving exploits and camaraderie that a TLCCV trip brings.

Members would love to see other members slides or DVDs of their wonderful trips around Australia.

If you have been on a recent adventure and can put together a 10-15 minute pres-

entation, please let me know. (I am willing to help you if required).

Liz Mills Email: cruisers@bigpond.net.au

REQUEST FOR SHOW & TELL I am seeking Club members with slide shows or DVDs of 15 minutes duration to present at Club meetings.

Our members would love to see the wonderful trips and places you have visited on your travels.

Please contact Liz Mills if you have a presentation or any ideas by emailing: committee1@tlcv.org.au

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Not just for the kids!

Sunday 8th December, 2013 Nortons Park, Scoresby (High Street), Mel. Ref. 72 A2 11:30 am – BYO Lunch. Santa arrives at 1:30 pm Presents to the value of $20.00 ($10.00 of that is paid by the members in advance).

Presents to children 15-years and under.

Cheques made payable to TLCCV, c/- 9 Paul Street, Cheltenham, 3192 Organisers: Melody Schaffer: 0403 811 460 OR Annabel Dowling: 0438 833 117 Email: tony_annabel@bigpond.com PLEASE RING TO CONFIRM PAYMENT HAS BEEN RECEIVED TO 0403 811 460 FORMS TO BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN 19TH NOVEMBER, 2013

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CALENDAR

INFORMATION FOR TRIP LEADERS • Trip leaders please note that under the Constitution, members may not take part in any club activities involving four-wheel driving unless they have completed the Driver Awareness

COMING TRIPS

Course (Theory & Practical) and have filled in an Indemnity Form.

• The Club Insurance Policy states that only Club Trips that are gazetted in the Club Magazine and the Club website are covered by the Club Public Liability Policy.

• All Club Trips gazetted in the Club Magazine must include a telephone number (or mobile) and/or an email address for the purpose of booking on a trip.

• Members please note that telephone calls should not be made later than 8:30 pm.

Club trips are for club members only. Non members are not afforded insurance coverage by the club and may jeopardise our coverage. If you have any queries they may be raised with our Trip Coordinator, Tony Middleditch.

Members Please Note: All guests attending TLCCV trips must take out Temporary Membership. This includes children of members 18 years of age and older. If you have any queries contact our Trip Convenor, Tony Middleditch at trips@tlcv.org.au or mobile 0418 543 536.

Seasonal Road Closures: Contact Parks Victoria on www.parkweb.vic.gov.au/1process_content.cfm?main=9&page=2.

SEPTEMBER Date: Meeting Place: Time: Limit: Standard: Fuel: Radio: Equipment: Overnight: Details:

Trip Leader: OCTOBER Date: Meeting Place: Time: Limit: Standard: Fuel: Radio: Equipment: Overnight: Details:

Trip Leader: NOVEMBER Date: Meeting Place: Time: Limit: Standard: Fuel: Radio: Equipment:

Overnight: Details:

Trip Leader:

BRISBANE RANGES SCENIC TOUR Sunday 15th September Anakie 9:40am for a 10:00am start 9 vehicles Easy - medium (if wet) Full tanks from Melbourne / Geelong 15 UHF 50% A/T tyres, basic recovery equipment No Enjoy a day driving through the Brisbane Ranges. We will depart Anakie mid morning & travel through the parks tracks, stopping for photo opportunities as they arise. We will then enjoy a picnic lunch at Stony Creek picnic grounds where there are wood barbecues (BYO wood), toilets, tables & seats. After lunch we will continue our tour & finish mid afternoon at Steiglitz. As we will be in a National Park this trip will be a pet free event.

Matt & Sara Lilley: Mobile: 0427 211 544. Email: mattlilley@bigpond.com SPLENDOUR OF THE LITTLE DESERT Saturday 5th - Sunday 6th October, 2013 Frances, S.A Saturday 9:30am 6 vehicles Easy - mediium (if wet) Full tanks prior to departure 15 UHF A/T tyres preferred, appropriate front & rear recovery points, basic recovery gear (snatch strap, 2 rated shackles & gloves), compressor & tyre gauge.

Full camping equipment required. Established campsites to be utilised. Trip is suitable for off road camper trailers.

Enjoy the wildflower splendour of the Little Desert. Saturday we enter the western part of the Little Desert to find flora & fauna & north to Mt Moffat before entering the central block for an overnight camp. Sunday we travel through the central & eastern sections of the National Park before exiting near Dimboola where the trip ends.

Ian Wells: Email: ianwells@acslink.net.au. Ph: 9005 0086 HIGH COUNTRY TROUT FISHING TRIP (Melbourne Cup weekend) Saturday 2nd - Tuesday 5th November TBA 9:00am 8 vehicles Medium to hard Full tanks ex somewhere!

15 UHF Vehicle in sound mechanical condition, raised suspension recommended, genuine off-road tyres with minimum 50% tread, (road biased tyres not acceptable), full recovery equipment, compressor & tyre gauge, camping equipment, water & supplies. No trailers, pets or firearms. Quality hand held UHF radio & waders recommended.

Bush camping witih no facilities.

A relaxed trip to chase the elusive High Country trout over the Melbourne Cup weekend. Location & rivers to be decided close to start of trip (river levels, weather, etc will determine actual location of trip), hopefully somewhere between the Macalister & Crooked Rivers. Predominately base camping. Club members who would like to come along just to relax & socialise welcome.

Adam Takacs: Mobile: 0422 302 972. Email: adam@insightproperty.com.au

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NEWS

L AT E S T F R O M T O Y O TA

T O Y O TA P R A D O D I E S E L J U D G E D B E S T I N C L A S S The multiple award-winning Toyota LandCruiser Prado has added to its silverware collection with the title of Australia's best medium wagon.

Leading enthusiast publication 4x4 Australia nominated the "go anywhere, do anything" diesel-equipped Prado as "best in class" for 2013.

The magazine said the popular Toyota SUV's name says it all with Prado's technical designation being the LandCruiser 150 series.

"It (the LandCruiser name) says that it's a tough, down-to-earth 4x4 that's designed just as much for off-road use as it is for onroad," it said.

LandCruiser Prado has 14 variants. The five-door family wagon starts with a GX grade offering five or seven seats and powered by a 3.0-litre common-rail directinjection turbo-diesel engine.

Higher-specified GXL, premium VX and top-of-the-range Kakadu variants are all seven-seaters with the choice of the turbodiesel engine or a 4.0-litre V6 petrol

engine.

GX and GXL customers can specify a sixspeed manual gearbox (diesel models only) or a five-speed sequential-shift automatic transmission. VX and Kakadu are fitted with the automatic transmission.

Prado three-door sports-wagon variants are offered in SX and ZR grades with the turbo-diesel engine, automatic transmission and five seats.

The magazine said Prado's transmissions are well suited to the 3.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine, although it is "hard to go past" the self-shifter due to its slightly better fuel economy.

It said Prado, with its comfortable ride and good noise suppression, offers a variant for everyone.

"Off-road, the supple long-travel suspension comes into its own and helps make the Prado a capable and effortless performer," it said.

LandCruiser Prado is Australia's best-selling large SUV, achieving a record 17,045 registrations in 2012.

This year, Prado became the first vehicle in its segment to post 200,000 sales in Australia with its popularity growing since it debuted here in 1996.

Over the past decade, customers have bought an average of more than 14,600 a year, making Prado a significant contributor during a period in which Toyota has been the overall market leader.

Prado has won a total of 40 awards in Australia since the nameplate was introduced here in 1996.

Pricing for five-door variants starts at $55,990 for the five-seat GX turbo-diesel manual. The three-door variants are priced from $56,090.

LandCruiser Prado is covered by Toyota Service Advantage capped-price servicing at $210 per service#.

# Maximum payable for standard scheduled logbook servicing (normal operating conditions) until first of 3 years or 60,000km (whichever occurs first) (up to the first 6 services).

miles.ppm@bigpond.com

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H E R I TA G E

n the Beginning there was 3 ‘young’ men, all the proud owners of Toyota FJ40s, all with the same idea – wouldn’t it be great if there was a Club for all Toyota 4WD owners? Four wheel drives were fairly unusual back in the early 1970s, drivers waved to each other, swapped stories if they crossed paths and there was a general camaraderie between them.

John Whitney lived in Doncaster, and was a former Sydney-ite and member of the NSW Toyota Club. John Atkins lived at Edithvale with wife Jan and Graeme Wilson lived in Coolaroo with wife Barbara and their 4 children. So coming from diverse locations and backgrounds what was the catalyst that brought them together?

Princetown Motors in Sturt Street, South Melbourne, was THE place to go for 4WD parts, service and information. John McBean, the spare parts guy, heard each of these 3 talk about their ideas and connecting the dots put them in touch with each other – and things started to happen.

Interestingly, Alan Gray was a mechanic at Princetown!

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TOYOTA LAND CRUISER CLUB OF AUSTRALIA - VICTORIA BRANCH the realization that, yes, a Toyota Club I Melbourne was a goer. Other 4WD owners were consulted and came on board with the idea.

So then down to the nitty-gritty, where, when, how, what was needed a place to meet, a set of rules or a constitution, advertising, where and when and on and on. Office bearers of the Sydney Club were a great source of information and support.

Remember 40 years ago – no mobile telephones, no twitter, Facebook or any other fancy way of communicating. No computers, only electric typewriters. Photocopiers not common, good old roneo copiers or Gestetner copiers – where you stood and wound the handle, as the paper ran over the typed stencil master.

So bundles of typed up notices of a meeting were given to everyone to distribute – any Toyota 4WD in a carpark was fair game, even vehicles on the road were flagged over and handed a note. As well, Princetown Motors handed them out to all their customers. Community radio was used to broadcast time and date of the proposed meeting.

With a core of dedicated supporters ready to take on committee positions, the scene was set for that first meeting. WEDNESDAY 18th JULY, 1973. The venue was the Victorian Association of Youth Clubs Hall, on the corner of Gisborne & Albert Streets, East Melbourne. Thankfully parking wasn’t the issue it is today in that area.

So we stood outside the hall and waited –

hoping! AND THEY CAME from every direction – vehicle after vehicle - enthusiastic 4WD owners and their wives, girlfriends, mates.

Demonstrating the full support of the NSW Toyota Club and Thiess Toyota, Aussie Garaty (Thiess) and Arnold Knight, President of the Sydney Branch, flew down to officiate at the inaugural meeting and had proceedings under way in no time. It was obvious that the Victorian Branch of the Toyota Landcruiser Club of Australia was welcomed by many people. It was not long into the evening before a committee was elected with the following office bearers: President Graeme Wilson Vice President Bruce Quittenton Secretary Treasurer Magazine Editor Trip Convenor Technical Officer Social Secretary

John Whitney John Atkins Neil Sleep Daryl Howard and John Dadd Terry Robinson and Charles Shaw Jan Atkins

In handing over to the incoming President, Aussie Garaty presented the newly formed Club with a gavel, which has unfortunately disappeared in the intervening years.

By the end of the evening 34 paid up memberships were received – these people became Foundation Members of the Club.

So thanks to the foresight of John Whitney, John Atkins and Graeme Wilson, this was the end of the beginning (thank you Winston Churchill) of an organization that has just celebrated its 40th Anniversary.

Sadly both John’s are now 4Wding in the great hereafter, but you would think they would be very proud of the legacy that they have left behind.

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SPECIAL EVENT

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ur July meeting was the anniversary of the Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first meeting held 40 years ago. Accordingly the meeting was brief and their was much socialising to follow.

One of the highlights was the wonderful cake produced by Walter and Maria Deni, complete with our original TLC Victoria logo on it. It not only looked magnificent, but tasted even better.

It was great to have member number 1, Graeme and Barbara Wilson in attendance, even if he did win the door prize!

Graeme cut the cake and as an interesting piece of memorabilia showed his original metal Life Membership badge.

Four Wheel drive Victoria also came along and Russell Stuazaker presented a plaque to Club President Ian Ross.

The meeting partied on and this was a terrific night that will be long remembered.

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TRIPS

Trip Leader: Participants:

MERRY JIG

8-10TH JUNE 2013

Rob Logie Marcus Kunath Ryan Davis James Clarke Robert Norman Jurgen Rochelmeyer Roger Brydon Michael Winand Cameron Stevens

ou’ve heard ”The Hills are Alive with the Sound of Music?”

Well on the Queen’s Birthday long weekend the hills around Mansfield are alive with the sound of 4x4s, chainsaws, clinking tinnies and, of course, boys behaving badly. For me, long weekends are normally a time to catch up on things around the house. If I head bush in the Prado at those times I’m almost guaranteed to end up camped next to the family from Hell. I realize not everyone can do it, but it’s mid-week touring for me these days – my wife thinks it’s because I like to feel the bush belongs to me, and me alone. There might be a bit of truth in that, but I find no greater enjoyment than to pull into an empty campsite and just enjoy the peace and solitude of the bush. Away from the hubbub of city life I realize how much I miss the quiet.

Anyway, there are always exceptions to the rule and Rob Logie’s trip on the Queen’s Birthday weekend out of Merrijig sounded interesting. Staying at the local motel meant I wouldn’t have to share a campsite with ghetto blasters or trail bike riders vying for the Organ Donor of the Year award. And it would be warm and dry at night, a major consideration in June. All quite civilized really, and I needed to revisit that area for a few more photos for an article I was writing.

The seven members, plus our captain and co-pilot, Rob and Sandra, duly met at the Merrijig Motor Inn on Friday night.

Weather in the High Country is pretty unpredictable, but putting your money on cold and wet is always a safe bet. The previous weekend was the wettest start to winter ever recorded in Melbourne, so things were still pretty damp. However, the forecast for the long weekend was fine and warm – although ‘warm’ is a relative term in the High Country in winter!

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Saturday 8:30am saw us all chipping the frost off the 4x4s and receiving the usual trip leader’s sermon before heading out into a bright, sunny zero degrees behind Rob’s Cruiser. From Merrijig it was out to Buttercup Road, Greenways Road, Buttercup Jeep Track and Carters Road up to Tomahawk Hut. The radio traffic was quiet as we all busily took in the views as we climbed into the ranges. The cold morning air was crystal clear without the usual blue haze and the damp conditions meant there was no dust. Convoys and dust are inseparable when it’s dry – and especially painful when there is no breeze to blow it away.

After morning tea at Tomahawk Hut it was on down No. 3 Rd, Weston Track and King Basin Road to Pineapple Flat where we all splashed through the King River with unabashed enthusiasm. The water was a little higher than usual, about to the top of our wheel rims, and if Marcus had his window down I think he might have caught a trout. We were surprised there wasn’t a camper to be seen given it was a long weekend. More of that later.

The temperature had now rocketed up to 6 and after a leisurely lunch, it was back through the river and along King Basin Road to the recently rebuilt King Hut. At this point we found that James’ front lockers were – well – locked, and they didn’t

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want to unlock. The popular theory was that the problem had been caused by James’ enthusiasm in the river crossing.

Whatever it was, the locker fuse kept blowing so it was clearly an issue that needed an auto electrician’s tender care. Rather than continuing on to Lake Cobbler as planned, we decided to disengage James’ front hubs and take an easy route back to Merrijig via nearby Craig’s Hut. If Parks had been charging parking fees at Craig’s Hut they would have done well.

Every spot was taken and the access road was like the M1 on Friday night. What was I saying about the High Country on a long weekend?

After Craig’s Hut we planned to head back out down Circuit Rd and take the easy exit via Telephone Box Junction. Problem – Mt

Buller had decided to close the exit of Circuit Road, and posted two staff on the gate to turn away the Great Unwashed (hence the reason there were so few campers at Pineapple Flat). So it was back to No. 3 Track and a much longer and rougher trip back to Merrijig. The only positive of the longer day was the beer and excellent dinner at the motel tasted even better.

My Sunday started at 6:00am to go and stand on a frosty hill in -2 degrees to photograph the sunrise (sad but true I know!) before returning in time to grab some breakfast and make Rob’s 8:30am preflight meeting. The group headed into Sheepyard Flat along Howqua Track and then up to Bluff Hut via Brocks Road, Bluff Link Track and Bluff Track. Again a lovely

morning, but the hordes weren’t far behind us, and while we had morning tea at Bluff Hut a dozen or so 4x4s turned up.

The track from Bluff Hut to Lovick Hut was quite degraded in parts and clearly showing the signs of having seen a lot of traffic over the preceding 24 hours. After Lovick Hut the track up to Helicopter Spur was its usual rocky self – a bit like driving down a river bed. With other vehicles overtaking us and yet others coming towards us, Rob had his hands full keeping us moving forward.

Pushing on to lunch somewhere near King Billy, Rob came on the radio to say a vehicle (not one of our group) had slipped off

the track and other 4x4s were starting a recovery. It seems the Cruiser had pulled over a little too far to let a group of 4x4s past. Pulling the car sideways on a narrow track was a challenge met with a winch car either side using snatch blocks from trees on the high side of the track and the car being recovered using its own winch to assist. With a roof top tent and a spare wheel on top as well, the Cruiser being recovered was top heavy. As a result the driver was lucky he didn’t end up with his wheels pointing at the sky.

By the time the recovery was completed there were over thirty 4x4s banked up! At the next bit of flat ground, being the junc-

tion of King Billy Track, Bluff Track and Brocks Road, everyone, including our convoy, decided to stop for lunch. Another group arrived up King Billy Track from the east making the junction look like a 4x4 convention.

After lunch we started our return by way of Brocks Road, a much easier drive than the rutted, rocky Bluff Track. In no time we were at Upper Jamieson Hut. The track down to the Jamieson River that we needed to cross to get to the hut was quite steep. Recent rain and much use had made it a little slippery in places, but with a rocky base under the slush nobody had any issues.

After inspecting the hut we had to get back up the hill to the main road and decided momentum was the weapon of choice. The Prado’s wheels were turning a little faster than the ground was going by in a couple of places, but we all reached the top without incident.

At Sheepyard we picked up Dougherty’s Road to get us back to Merrijig. I hadn’t been this way before, and it was generally an easy and pleasant drive through tall mountain ash. However, the innumerable erosion controls were a bit tiresome as each one seemed to have a washed out gutter hidden on the far side that necessitated slowing to a crawl so as not to throw the back of the 4x4 in the air.

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Monday saw us packed up and on the road to Jamieson with two less vehicles.

James was vetted out with his locker problem and another member’s wife had been too stressed out by the precipitous drop-offs on the mountain tracks to want to continue. Perhaps the name of our destination, Mt Terrible, might have been the final straw for her.

After a coffee fix at Jamieson it was up to Mt Terrible. The track was in good condition apart from a couple of rocky climbs.

Following a ridge the road goes around the higher points, but in each case a rougher and steeper secondary track climbs straight up over the top and rejoins the main track after an equally steep descent. The thrill-seekers in our group, led by Marcus at every opportunity, took on every one of these challenges that they could find.

At one point we came to a very chewed up rocky descent, which we decided was probably too much of a challenge. We were preparing to turn around when Marcus discovered the main track slipped off to the left at the bottom of the hill we were on. Hidden by bushes we had driven straight past it. If Marcus hadn’t had the foresight to check out what his GPS was telling him, we would have had a longer trip home.

From this point we took Matlock Track to Big River Road, which we followed to Stockman’s Reward – a popular place to stop for a break given it has toilet facilities.

This was also the finish of our weekend outing, so we aired up and said our goodbyes. Congratulations to Rob and Sandra as they fulfilled the role of trip leaders admirably – ensuring everyone had a great time and got home safely.

Robert Norman (2456)

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Participants from TLCCV: Participants from RRCV: Observers & Assistants where possible: Main Presentation: Master of Ceremonies: Assistant Presenters: Chief Executive Lady:

Dulcie Watts, Gunther Scheffel, Martin Boland, Peter Van Mourik, Robert Duff, Matt & Sara Lilley Carey Nichol (President), Ross Dean, Michael Howson Brian & Sandra Tanner, Michael Martin Brad Schaffer John Mills Tony Middleditch and Paul Hawdon Liz Mills

hat do you think you know about running 4WD trips? I’m not going to say everything you know is wrong, but relying on “common sense” and an old “topo” aren’t really the way these days. For that reason TLCCV with FWDV has put together a two-day classroom based course on how to plan and run a successful 4WD trip. The course covers everything from a one day excursion to the Ranges to a full-on outback adventure that may see your convoy literally days away from a reasonably sized settlement.

The course was presented by several of TLCCV’s experienced trip leaders, principally John Mills, Tony Middleditch, Brad Schaffer and Paul Hawdon. I’d hazard a guess that between them, they’ve forgotten (and relearned) more about running trips than many people have ever known. That experience came through with the many examples of how events had unfolded on their own trips (both positive and not so good) over many years. Michael Martin attended the course for the second time despite having done the course before, that’s how useful he found it.

The TLCCV student contingent was joined by several members from the Range Rover

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Club of Victoria (with only one Range Rover between them – apparently the others had broken down – boom-tish). Due to the differences in how the two Clubs deal with some issues, having the RRC group with us lead to some deep debates about the philosophies of the organizations.

Presentations included a general overview of good practice in running a four-wheel drive trip; the differences in planning between a da/weekend trip and an extended outback exploration; what tools and spares to take on a trip (the consensus seems to be: if possible take a second car just in c a s e ) ; maps and map reading (which may have given us a clue how Paul got the nickn a m e “Tracks” – although some say it’s due to

his railway modeling) and first aid in remote area situations.

As ever with training one session was focused on the vehicle itself. Tony led the discussion of his vehicle pointing out simple but effective modifications such as labeling which battery cranks the engine (often not that obvious). He also covered

with great understanding field communications ranging from UHF to satellite phones via HF and how to make optimum use of a Ground Charlie to control the flow of information during extended outback trips.

An early topic that came up was the question of why we go four-wheel driving in the first place. That is something that we may not think about very often, but which influences what goes on during the trip more than most other factors. The answer to that question can allow the leader to decide on what equipment and skills will be needed.

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.From that “Do you need to be the most experienced driver with the most highly modified car to be a trip leader?” was the sub text to a discussion about using the resources of your convoy. It is clear that no sensible trip leader would suggest running a trip into terrain that they are not comfortable with or that they think their vehicle is not suitable to deal with. However, selecting members of the convoy for their roles in a team is something that each trip leader should consider. Ideally, convoys should contain a couple of first aiders, navigators and drivers experienced in winching.

The fireside chats on Saturday night roved over a wide range of four-wheel driving topics and stories from out in the field.

Despite the earlier debates between TLCCV and RRC, the stories and experience suggest that there is much more in common between the Clubs than there are differences.

First aid was another major topic for discussion. Of particular interest was how the recommendations for what to put into a first aid kit have changed. However, the most important point that Tracks continuously stressed was that being prepared and willing to act is far more important than having the correct equipment. For that reason the Club runs first aid training sessions.

The depth of knowledge within the Club is constantly astounding. Through years of running mountain biking and hiking trips, I know a bit about maps, mapping and navi-

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gation, but Track’s presentation brought up points that I’d never really thought about in a systematic way. For me that was a big take away from the weekend – that a good trip leader should think systematically about all aspects of the trip, but that the key word is “think” rather than just go through the process because it is required by the Club.

Martin Boland (2573) Post Script: By the time our August edition of Overland Cruisering is published, Martin will have already run his first trip. Well done, Martin and thank you to all those who assisted and attended.

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Motors in Melbourne were the first company to import LandCruisers into Australia in 1956.

Initially they brought in a handful of the original BJ25 models and then the more familiar F series.

The BJ Toyota Jeep was officially renamed the Land Cruiser (originally two words) in June 1954, and thereafter followed a continuous series of upgrades, modifications and general improvements.

The first of these was the introduction of the Model F engine, which was fitted to the the FJ series LandCruiser, and the BJ in the period 1955-58. The FJ series evolved into a number of models designated from 20-29. The range included vehicles of different body length and configuration.

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Toyota’s were quickly found to be tough and reliable work vehicles.

FJ25 LandCruiser The FJ25 was first built in Japan in 1955, with the first models arriving in Australia in 1958-59. It was larger than the Jeep and was available as a SWB model with canvas soft top. It was built on a sturdy box section chassis. The interior was spartan, finished in flat metal with individual driver’s seat Cairns motor mechanic, and bench passen- Pat Kelly achieved plenger seat. It was pow- ty of service out of his ered by a six cylinder FJ25 in North F135 petrol 3.9 litre Queensland. engine, mated to a four-speed, single range transmission driving the rear wheels. A centre differential was used to actuate 2 or 4WD through a traditional column linkage. A separate lever was provided to allow four-wheel drive to be engaged. First gear was a ‘crawler gear’ as there was

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on all, which had sliding windows.

The tray back’s chassis was lengthened 450mm to fit a tray, the cab roof was made of fibreglass. The FJ25 models in Australia are unique because of the panels that were fitted here.

It was significant that Thiess (Qld distributor at the time) considered the bodies fitted by B&D Motors to be inferior, and they lost a big order from Mount Isa

imported into Australia as a Cowl – namely front body panels with windscreen, floor and seats. In Australia they were fitted with a soft top, ute or tray back, which consisted of flat slab sided

Mines in 1959, when the body of the vehicle they tested did not

FJ28 2-door high/low van range transfer box. The four speed gearbox had synchromesh on third and top gears.

It was equipped with a glove box and a heavy metal box securely fastened to the body under the driver’s seat for Thiess Bros. introduced Toyota’s onto the protecting valuables.

Snowy Scheme Doors could be detached. An optional stand up to the harsh conditions.

1959 FJ25 LandCruiser outside Thiess HQ in bolt-on metal top, comIn 1958 22 Land-Cruisers were sold in Yeerongpilly, QLD. plete with doors and Australia, compared to 2087 Land Rovers windows was a more secure, and 522 Willys Jeeps. panels of 1.6mm. The doors were the same weather-proof arrangement. The FJ25 was Overland Cruisering 29

FJ28 LandCruiser The FJ28 (medium wheelbase) LandCruiser became available in Australia at the end of 1958. While the SWB FJ25 had a four-speed box, the FJ28 had a three-speed column shift linked with a single range transfer case. A four-speed gearbox followed. It had a canvas soft top, and the rear differential was positioned in the centre of the back axle. It was powered by a 3.9 litre (3878cc) six cylinder petrol engine that was to remain as the only engine in the Australian LandCruiser models until 1968.

The FJ28 was similar in appearance to the Jeep and the FJ28V, a two-door hardtop wagon was likened to the Jeep Wagoneer with rib patterned side panels. The FJ35V appeared in 1960 and was designated a light van. It was an improvement on the FJ28, with a more boxy appearance, four doors and large cargo area.

FJ40 LandCruiser The FJ40 was released in Japan in 1960 along with the longer wheelbase FJ43 series. It was available in Australia in the mid-sixties.

The FJ40 was a significant step forward for LandCruiser and introduced a familiar body shape that was to stay with LandCruiser for many years. It could easily be distinguished from the earlier models by the design of the grille, which incorporated headlights and horizontal bars.

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AUSTRALIA’S OLDEST LAND CRUISER Forget about ‘Toyota’s “Old No 1”, this original Toyota BJ model was purchased from B&D Motors in Footscray in April 1956 – some 45 years ago.

Original owner Laurie Griffith told Just 4x4s that at that time the BJ was fitted out in typical J e e p - s t y l e, complete with fold down canv a s top and 2 jerry cans.

Laurie bought it secondhand for £900 with 2,300 km on the clock. The vehicle still runs today, and in 1988 had done

34,000 kms. How Laurie came to purchase the BJ is also a story in itself, with 1956 being a particularly wet year. Laurie operated an outback mail run and needed a four-wheel drive to get around. In 1956 Toyota distributor T.D. Buckingham came to Balranald trying to sell the new Toyota to rural buyers.

Obviously he found one in Laurie.

The vehicle (pictured) is undoubtedly one of the first LandCruisers sold in Australia, and came with single transfer case and was capable of reaching up to 70 mph.

The FJ40 replaced the FJ25 and the FJ45V the FJ35V. The FJ43 actually arrived in Australia a couple of years prior to the launch of the FJ40 locally in 1965. It had a marginally longer wheelbase than the FJ40 (2430mm and 2285mm), which was to replace it upon debut locally in 1965. As has become traditional with Toyota, there were a host of different designations, many which weren’t available in Australia. For example the FJ43 series was a soft-top,

with a tailgate (as opposed to swing out door) and was available with 3-speed or 4speed floorshift, or 3-speed column shift for export models. The FJ43-C was identical apart from having a swing out tail door.

Also launched locally in 1965 was the FJ40V hardtop and longer wheelbase variant the FJ45. The FJ45PB was a onetonne pickup on a 2.960 metre chassis.

The diesel powered BJ40 arrived in November 1977.

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T O Y O TA L A N D C R U I S E R C L U B O F A U S T R A L I A - V I C T O R I A ANNUAL REPORT 2012 - 2013 President’s Annual Report As most of you by now would be well aware, I stepped up to the position of President earlier this year. Peter decided that due to health and family reasons it was best if he stepped down to deal with those issues head on. On behalf of the Club, I wish him well and thank him for his contribution.

This year has been an interesting one. Of late the committee seems to be experiencing an increasing amount of workload. It seems that there are always plenty of issues to be dealt with. This year committee has had to spend considerable time and effort reviewing finances, its position with FWDV and has also had to review the rules of the Club amongst others.

The sub committees have also been kept busy as a result of the strategic review that the Club is undertaking. It is fair to say that to do it properly many people have had to give of their time freely and accept responsibility for tasks. I am delighted to say that at the review meetings the committee has always tried to ensure that the members of the Club are able to be heard.

We also ran one of the most successful Cruiserkhanas that we have ever run and just recently celebrated our 40th anniversary.

Sometimes it’s important that we stand back and just look at the history and where we have come from. It is incredible to think that a voluntary organization made up of passionate people doing what they love the most has been able to stand the test of time and yet grow to become what we are today.

We are working hard to strengthen our ties with the other state TLCC Clubs and held the National Conference at Yarck. It was well attended and a lot of information was shared across the tables in order that we may all benefit. The importance of recognising our logo, even something as simple as determining whether Land Cruiser is in fact two words or one, has all been important.

The strengths of any voluntary Club is always in its members, and it is so incredibly delightful to see it all unfold at our monthly meetings. It all just seems to happen like clockwork, but it is people that make it happen. To all of my committee members, sub committees and members, I thank you for allowing me the opportunity to step up to the position of President yet again. I remember when I was President some 13 years ago. One thing is for sure email was pretty rare and if you got more than one a day you were pretty busy. Back then I recalled checking my emails perhaps once a week. Nowadays I often have to check them twice a day just to stay on top.

My committee has been nothing short of amazing this year. Their commitment, dedication, caring attitude and passion have all contributed to what I believe ended up being a great year. Sadly we are losing a couple of our committed committee members and others will be contesting for re-election. I take this opportunity to thank them all for their individual yet team spirited contributions.

More recently I even had to sign up to Facebook just so that I can see what our Club is doing on the social media front.

To the members, I say thank you for your efforts and simply just being part of what I believe is the best 4WD Club in Australia. This year I have made every effort to participate in as many events that I could. The trips that I’ve been on have been incredible and remind me of just why I bought my vehicle to begin with and subsequently why I joined this great Club. My visits to Yarck have also increased this year and it is just incredible to see how beautiful the property looks especially now that it has had significant rains following the years of drought. Sometimes when I’m talking to people about Yarck they seem to think that I have my own private property. When I tell them that the property is owned by the Club they can’t believe it and think that I’m having them on. Yet all you need to do is be a member of this great Club, complete your driver training, participate and then you can get your own key.

The Club’s move to the Mulgrave Country Club earlier this year was something that we have had to do for a long time. It has taken over three years for us to be able to find a suitable venue to house 32 Overland Cruisering

so many people and allow us to put on a good show. I know geographically that it does not suit everybody, but I also know that the old venue didn’t either. For those of you that have been and experienced the new venue and what it has to offer, I hope that you will agree with me that it was the right decision.

I have decided to run for President for another year, and if given the opportunity there are a few things that I would like to achieve.

I would like for our Club to have a new data and membership system – preferably something that integrates with social media and the internet. I know that investigations are afoot to try and achieve this, but I would really like to see it resolved. I am also passionate to see that the Club achieves at least a balanced budget. I would like to see an annual training calendar developed for the Club so that moving forward we can all look at what courses are on, when and well in advance. I want to see the social side of the Club ramped up and that the thirst for day trips can be quenched. These are not all things that I want for myself, they are just some of the needs that have been identified thus far by the members. Lastly, I want to try and ensure that communication within the Club can be strengthened and that members may all be given the opportunity to be heard.

To all of our newer members, I say to you, become involved. I became President of this Club some 13 years ago after having been a member for less than six months. If I can do it you can too.

It’s only when you really get involved and participate that you experience what it is that this great Club has to offer. There are many positions within the Club sub committees that will again become vacant and we will be looking for new people to step into these challenging yet exciting opportunities. I encourage you all to bite the bullet because until you do, you don’t know what it is that you are missing.

Ian Ross (1409) PRESIDENT Secretary’s Annual Report It has been a special year for our great Club in reaching its 40th anniversary. We have celebrated our achievement with a great picnic day – made even better by the number of older members that attended – and a special birthday meeting. A magnificent cake prepared by Walter and Maria Denni was a highlight, and was certainly enjoyed by all in attendance. All memberships received a commemorative TLCCV keyring and sticker, which we hope will proudly adorn your vehicles.

We should all feel very proud of what we have achieved over four decades, from humble beginnings to fast forward to today and our strong membership and asset base. Our Club is envied by many and we remain a leader, with others following TLCCV. We were the first to implement a driver training program, to work closely with park authorities and conduct bush clean ups, fight for access rights and were a foundation member of the VAFWDC. You can all be extremely proud of our achievements and history, and how we evolve in the future will be driven by your initiative and development.

The Committee has worked hard over the past 12 months, some being easy, some not so, but we have worked together in the best interests of the membership. Being on the TLCCV Committee is a challenge, and I have to say that because of my passion for the Club, it is worth it.

An enormous number of issues are addressed annually, and this year substantial progress has been made. A system of portfolios was adopted allowing the Executive to work more closely with our sub committees. Each Executive member is responsible for liaising with a number of these committees allowing the Executive to keep in touch on a more personal level, and has proven to be successful by having the opportunity to discuss any/all matters that are relevant to the smooth running of the Club.

ANNUAL REPORT 2012 - 2013 During the year President, Peter Dwyer resigned due to medical and business reasons and Vice President, Ian Ross took over the role. Both have provided leadership and I believe the Club is in good hands with Ian continuing as President this financial year.

During the year we moved meetings from the German Club to the Mulgrave Country Club which, with the exception of those travelling from the west, is streets ahead in terms of parking, meals and amenities. Although a distance to travel, it has been far more enjoyable holding our meetings at the Mulgrave Country Club, and going by attendances, the members have accepted the new venue by the growing numbers who attend the monthly meetings.

I thank Alan McMeekin for his assistance in the role of Assistant Secretary and the companionship and professional conduct of other Committee members in making my job easier. Similarly the dedication of our various sub committees and the massive number of members that quietly contribute each month to the smooth running of the Club. To you all I extend the thanks of the Executive.

Ours is a unique Club, and one which we can all be extremely proud.

Sandra Tanner (607) SECRETARY Treasurer’s Annual Report I am pleased to present the financial reports for the Club for the financial year ended 31st March, 2013.

The Club remains in a secure financial position. At the end of the year the Club has net assets of $577,147 and has sufficient cash reserves.

The accounts show the Club to have made a profit of $870 for the year. Before we start popping champagne corks, it should be noted there has been a one-off non-cash benefit of $12,100 to reduce the Yarck key liabilities to match the schedule as provided

by Yarck Management.

The Club aimed to break even on a cash basis so excluding the above one-off benefit and the non-cash charge for depreciation of $10,323, the Club has sustained a small deficit. In addition, assets of $4,228 have been purchased during the year.

Membership income is slightly down on budget. A number of initiatives have been undertaken as part of the strategic planning to boost membership over the coming year. There was no Cruiserkhana income recorded in the results as due to timing next financial year will have two events. This year the Club Shop has contributed profits to the Club whilst still offering great value and convenience to members. The raffle continues to do well and the Sergeant-at-Arms has seen me spending many a lunchtime separating coins into various denominations.

The Club continues to be run on a lean basis with the majority of expenditure relating to Club magazine (25%), FWDV Affiliation fees (23%) and the Yarck property (18%).

After three years on the Executive Committee, I have decided to step aside and wish all the best to the new Committee and thank all members who contributed so much to this Club.

Marcus Kunath (2474) TREASURER Committee 1’s Annual Report This past year on the TLCCV Committee has been a very busy and fulfilling one and I have enjoyed working alongside the rest of the Committee members. There have been interesting decisions to be made and I feel I have made a positive contribution.

I have enjoyed being part of the continuing Strategy Meetings which will, I believe, prove to be advantageous to our Club moving forward.

My priorities have focused on communication between the Committee and the membership and making our meetings more exciting by encouraging time allotted for Show & Tell presentations

and coordinating this.

It has also been important for me to liaise with my allotted portfolios: Library, Trip Leading, Raffles, Meetings and the new position for Training. It is important for the communication between sub committees and the Executive to encourage involvement and ideas from volunteers.

I look forward to being involved with this great Club in 2014.

Liz Mills (1937) COMMITTEE MEMBER

Committee 2’s Annual Report Well the time had come after being in the Club for many years to bite the bullet so, I’m now on the Committee. I did not realise the amount of work involved in running this Club. It’s horrendous, worse than running a full time business. You need to be a retired person to devote the tie to the job and as to being Secretary, Sandra needs to be commenced (or is that committed?)

The Cruiserkhana this year has been an outstanding success with a record number of entries and teams from Wangaratta, Melton, LROC and other Clubs. It was pleasing also to note the prizes of which there were many and of considerable value, going to participants from all Clubs as well as TLCCV members. The team event worked well with all participants promising to return next year and claim the trophy.

Angela, Annie and their team are to be congratulated on their efforts and the high standards set for a 4WD competition. The debriefing at Rutherglen was equally successful with the group visiting several establishments in the area.

This year Ian Johnson took on the role of meeter-greeter after David Sheean for Club meetings making visitors and guests welcome. A very important role when people are attending for the first time as first impressions count.

Technical visits this year have been a little scarce, especially since Terrain Tamer were forced to cancel our visit to them due to relocating their business to Tottenham, however this visit will happen before Christmas. David has been a force in promoting this kind of activity within the Club with visits to several 4WD associated establishments in the past. Unfortunately David has not been able to continue in this role due to illness and I am sure that we all wish him a speedy recovery.

Although social this year seems to have been quiet there have been some excellent functions arranged. John Nazloomian took on the role of social coordinator early in the year although he was forced to take a backward step due to a new work appointment, but not before organizing a most successful cruise around the bay on a catamaran finishing at Williamstown – something a little different for a 4WD Club. Lesley arranged a Pub dinner night at the Tarmack in Laverton, which was surprisingly well attended and the meals were superb. Sandra arranged a 40th get-together BBQ at Nortons Park with founding members, past members and Lifers present, all with tales of bygone days. Also as part of our 40th year celebrations there was a cake and presents at our July meeting, once again with founding and life members attending and of course this is a milestone for any Club.

And who could forget the Medieval Night at Yarck? Wine, women and song, maidens and knights, minstrels and wenches even a stray friar or two and a sumptuous meal. A lot of effort was put into the evening (held in conjunction with a maintenance weekend) by Walter and Maria Denni and Clan who should be pleased with the success of the event. The response, the ambience and glamour of the evening was just what one could expect.

We now have new social coordinators by way of Rebecca Schlosmacher and Helen Foley who have a full agenda planned for the coming year.

Once again Paul Shire (Python Red) has organized attendances at shows and as always our displays have represented our Club well provoking much attention from the public.

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ANNUAL REPORT 2012 - 2013 Sandra and Brian have, as for many years in the past, edited the Club magazine and as usual have managed to take the content and quality to a level that makes excellent reading and what is considered the best magazine of all those produced amongst 4WD Clubs. This being our 40th year, there has been a lot of editorial from the early years of the Club’s existence and has given members an insight into the Club’s history. As well as many technical items, we also have an excellent number of new advertisers due to Sandra and Brian’s efforts.

Russell Edwards (344) COMMITTEE MEMBER

together before it goes to Russell. Magazines are not just “thrown together.” Each page requires to be designed, which takes time, thought and professionalism. The past eleven issues in particular have been the exception with stories and photos that have been gleaned from many of the Club’s earlier magazines, and this in itself has taken many extra hours in work to put together for your reading pleasure and to give you an insight into how our wonderful Club has grown over the past 40 years. It’s easy to just look at ones IPad or computer, but just take the time to consider how it was put there in the first place?

In closing I would like to remind members to please support our advertisers who have not only advertised in our Club magazine, but many of whom have sponsored our Cruiserkhana.

Editor’s Annual Report Another year, another eleven issues of Overland Cruisering. What is most pleasing is the fact that our advertisers have continued their support by renewing their advertising in our magazine. We have also gained new advertisers in Powerful 4x4 and Airport Toyota, and we look forward to a long association with them as well.

I am quite aware that there are members who feel they do not wish to receive our magazine in hard copy each month, and accept their wishes, however the majority are in favour of it continuing, (as proven by a questionnaire) and sincerely thank them for their support. I would also like to thank those members who have taken the time to show their appreciation in thanking both Brian and I for the work we put into the magazine.

This brings me to the most important message I wish to express, and that is to say a very big thank you to Russell & Lesley Edwards for their ongoing support, patience and assistance every month in printing the magazine, handing them out to the members at the monthly meetings and posting those who have not collected them.

To my husband, Brian, the dedication in putting the magazine

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Sandra Tanner (607) EDITOR Yarck Management Annual Report This past year has been a challenging one for the dedicated members who regularly attend the monthly Maintenance and Construction weekends. The weather has been a contributing factor; plenty of rain to keep the water tanks filled (the dam in the 40 acres was overflowing mid last year) giving the trees and grassed areas plenty of growth. There have been many older trees that have either come down or dropped branches, so this keeps the chainsaw team busy.

It has been great to see many new faces step up to make their contribution, particularly with the Cruiserkhana preparation as an ongoing project that includes upgrading of campsites. Other items that have been attended to have been the completion of the concrete steps to the toilet block, rebuilding of the drop toilet in the marshal camping area, an awning to the external sink area at the hut, replacing the ropes on the blinds at the rear of the hut,

ANNUAL REPORT 2012 - 2013 upgrading of the 12volt system that included replacing the solar panels – a job well done. The generator power is currently under review, minor track work as an ongoing item. Regular items such as equipment maintenance, water pumping, gutter clearing, keeping the hut and the toilets clean, fire extinguishers have been checked and some to be purchased, trees and bushes are currently being cut back adjacent to the hut.

On the Evergreen side it has been pleasing to see many who enjoy keeping the planted areas looking great. Joy would be pleased.

On 4th November, 2012 family and friends gathered at the Memorial Garden to scatter Joy’s ashes. This was followed by hand printing on the pipes at the Art Centre.

Special projects: 40 acre Bush Hut – this project is under way, ground work has been done, materials obtained, and now helpers are required.

There has been plenty of discussion on the merits of a training facility on the property and these will continue.

Once again the property is used on a regular basis for Driver Awareness weekends, special dinner and social events, Trip Leader course, Chainsaw and other safety weekends, Bush Mechanics, and the major event being the Cruiserkhana early in the year.

None of these would happen without the monthly Maintenance & Construction weekends – come along and be part of it. Thanks go to the regular team for their support.

Brian Stewart (340) YARCK MANAGEMENT COORDINATOR

TLCCV Trip Convenor Report 2012/2013 This past year has seen 35 different trips run by just 11 trip leader teams. The breakdown is: day trips x 10, weekend / long weekend x 17, extended x 8.

Of note this past year is that I many cases, our trips have not been filled! Active trip leaders this past year were: Olivia & Adam Takacs, Heidi & Laurie Miles, Duncan Hopkins, an & Tony Middleditch, Don Bryant, Garry Cooper, Ian Wells, Andrew Vogan and Jim Lowe, Simon Mustey and Sherry Salvensen, Mtt McPhee and Eric Bishop.

The Trip Leaders Gathering (to be held in February) was unfortunately cancelled due to low attendance.

Trip Leader Communications. A closed facebook page has been set up to encourage discussions between trip leaders.

Invitations to join have been sent to all trip leaders who have run a TLCCV trip in the past 3 years plus those involved in trip leader training.

Trip Leader Training was held over winter at Yarck and made possible with the assistance of Brad Schaffer, Liz & John Mills, Paul Hawdon and Garry Cooper. Participants were Ian Wells, Simon Mustey and Sherry Salvensen, Gabbi Azzam, John Nazloomian, Steve deMamiel, Adrian Frogatt and Robert Karkutt. Much time was spent by the fire trying to keep warm. We have already seen a few trips from this group and hope that in due time all participants will become active trip leaders, either as individuals or working as a team.

The National TLCCV Conference was attended at Yarck with the Trip Convenor chairing the trips session, which also discussed training. A major observation was that the TLCCV needs to

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ANNUAL REPORT 2012 - 2013 provide further benefits in the way of training to both maintain and build membership. This concurs with discussions held on the TLCCV Strategic Planning sessions and has led to a feasibility study into a dedicated training room at Yarck.

Another observation was to get newer members involved quickly in Club activities such as trips – to this end, new member day trips are to be promoted. (Follow up, our new members need to participate on new member day trips if they are to continue).

A Radio and Communications Information Session was held on a Saturday. This proved very popular and was over-subscribed.

In summary, it has been a year of hard work, which hopefully we as TLCCV Club members may soon reap the benefit from.

Tony Middleditch (2169) TLCCV TRIP CONVENOR Cruiserkhana Report 2013 An enthusiastic Cruiserkhana sub-committee, led by Club stalwart Annie McGennisken, has made it all happen for Cruiserkhana 2013. The event held on 13th & 14th April was an outstanding success with over 60 competitors, about 250 people camping on the property and being fed on the Saturday night and about 100 marshals and volunteers assisting. The financials are still being calculated at the time of writing, but should be in the multiple thousands of dollars. Other more intangible benefits include closer relationships with leading players in the 4WD industry and a number of other Clubs are testament to all the hard work put in by Club members.

Whilst the event itself remained essentially unchanged except for one new event in 2013, there have been many significant changes in 2012 and 2013 in terms of the publicity, sponsorship and logistics of Cruiserkhana. Rather than a few very frazzled people running the event, a lot of the hard work has been delegated to people with special skills responsible to the organizing sub-committee. It would probably be impossible to remember all the improvements made, but some of the main ones are worthy of note.

Annie has been hard at work introducing herself and the event to the membership of other Clubs by attending general meetings and participating on trips, which have afforded friends being made.

Publicity has been expanded with more press releases over a wider variety of local, state and country-wide publications and “What’s On,” columns. There are plans to increase the involvement of local businesses and community organizations in the event as well. Gunther has applied his engineering and organisational skills to have the event itself functioning much more efficiently for large groups and further work will be done on this aspect in the coming year.

The introduction of Gold, Silver and Bronze sponsorship along Olympic lines was an outstanding success with a huge increase in the value of prizes and a number of new sponsors came on board.

The sub-committee has stepped up both event benefits to sponsors and post event recognition.

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Cruiserkhana has some fantastic new merchandise, very kindly designed by a professional graphic artist free of charge, and this will be available year round. Club members are encouraged to purchase a coat, T-shirt, polo shirt or cap so that next year we can look even more cohesive and professional.

Logistic improvements included a remote computerized data storage system, which made up to date communication and storage of documents extremely easy. Andrew Bock has done some fantastic work in revamping the computerized scoring system. Financial Petty Cash Systems for reimbursement of costs through the Club Treasurer have been revamped. A formal budget is in the developmental stage. Signage has been vastly improved and a comprehensive stocktake of all Cruiserkhana assets and clean-out of the Cruiserkhana locker at Yarck has been done. On the day a working office environment complete with all mod cons was set up at the McCartneys caravan for all administrative needs including scanning and laminating.

In terms of visual reproduction and publicity of the event, there is a revamped web site and the sub-committee is working towards more interaction with the public on line. A team of very professional photographers has done a fantastic job of creating a very creditable photographic record of the event in both still and video photography.

Catering staff deserve a big round of applause, especially with the numbers this year. We had so many for dinner we needed two sittings, four ovens and a cool room. Also the kiosk run during the day at the bus stop has had a menu revamp and this has been reflected in takings. The raffle was also a hit, thanks to the prizes from 12Volt on the Move, 4WD Action and Black Widow and revenue from this has increased for the Club.

All those who helped with Cruiserkhana deserve congratulations because without a lot of effort and manpower, the event would not happen, so a big thank you. Individuals who jump in and do what is needed without a second thought. Never did find out if and when he finished his food. The Cruiserkhana sub-committee has even more up its sleeve for the 2014 event, to be held at Yarck on 22nd & 23rd March, so onward and upward to an even better Cruiserkhana next year. We would encourage all members to be part of this fantastic event and enjoy the spectacle and the camaraderie. Remember, we depend on you.

Angela Di Lallo (225) Geelong Branch Report The Geelong Branch is very much in rebuilding mode. We have a small nucleus of older members and some brilliant new members that are the future of our Branch.

Both Matt McPhee and Matt Lilley have completed the trip leaders course and have run and are planning new trips. We staged a very successful Christmas party at Anakie Gorge, followed by a tour of old gold mine relics. Day trips to the Brisbane Ranges and Carlisle State Park were also well attended. We look to ramp up trips later in the year.

ANNUAL REPORT 2012 - 2013 We also have a strong social aspect, having held a number of monthly social outings to local pubs. These activities are open to all members and we are always pleased to have Melbourne members come along. We have a number of regulars from Melbourne that attend Geelong activities and they are always most welcome.

In October we have a major activity in manning a stand at the 4day Geelong Show, where we hope to gain a number of new members. Any Club members that would like to come down and lend a hand would be greatly appreciated.

We meet monthly in Geelong West and thank our members for their contribution and camaraderie. Meetings are short, but always entertaining!

Brian Tanner (607) PRESIDENT Training Annual Report The role of Training Coordinator was only filled part way through this year and so this is an interim report of what we have achieved so far. A sub-committee has been formed with Alan McMeekin and Jeff Gazzard as members and my thanks go to both of them.

We have conducted the expressions of interest survey and used the replies to form a snapshot of the training our members require.

Highest on the list were: 1.

Bush Mechanics/Mechanical/Auto Electrical/Electrical Accessories.

2.

Navigation/Mapping/GPS/OziExplorer.

3.

Winching/Recovery.

4.

Photography/Digital Camera Techniques.

The sub-committee are working hard towards making these courses a reality and appearing on our training calendar soon. All other courses listed were very low priority and whilst not forgotten will be dealt with later. We anticipate that the recruitment of some more members to the sub-committee will speed things along. Our aim is to have a calendar of courses that repeat regularly, whether that is annually or bi-annually, with other training on demand.

We have successfully run a much needed chainsaw course as our first endeavour, which was well attended. Later this year we have a “Mapping and Navigation Skills” weekend planned for October at Yarck and can also announce that a revamped “Boots and Bonnets” will also appear in November to assist members in setting up their vehicles.

one new to inject new blood and ideas into this area.

To members we say, get involved with an area of the Club, whether it be Committee, Library, Club Shop, Meeter/Greeters, Training or as a Trip Leader. It is rewarding and a wonderful way to get to know others in the Club – many new friends may be made and remain friends for a lifetime ahead.

John & Liz Mills (1937)

Raffles Annual Report What a fantastic year again. Our raffle is really all about socializing / merrily chatting to members as they line up to collect their magazine. We love chatting to everyone, hearing about their latest trips and adventures, and selling them their raffle tickets. All this adds so much fun to our acquired nickname, “The Naughty Corner.”

Thanks everyone for your generosity over this past year. I think the highlight was the July “our 40th Birthday meeting,” with prizes totalling over $450.00. Thanks to the generosity of FWDV and members’ donations.

Thank you to Karen Wade for helping and adding a touch of fun and frivolity to our “Corner.”

We welcome your input on suggestions for future prizes and if you would like to donate an item suited to our raffle, we would love to have it, just bring it along to the meeting.

Having said that, our total bankings from this year’s raffle was $3,729.70.

Thanks everyone for a great year and look forward to another fun, productive one next year.

The Raffle Team: Gabi & Grace Azzam (2140) and Karen Wade (2510).

Paul “Tracks” Hawdon (1899) TLCCV TRAINING COORDINATOR

Club Shop 2012/2013 Another great year for the Club Shop. New products were stocked and enjoyed by Club members. Profit was good at over $2,500.00.

Thank you to our loyal team this year, Colin Thomson, Bernie O’Reilly, David Manz, Tony & Barbara Blair, Jeff Gazzard for helping set up, also Phil Ryan and Russell Edwards for collecting stock from suppliers for us. We welcome Mike Norris and Sally and Neville Kidd who have offered to join the team this year. Thanks to Jeff and Ian Penman for assisting with the move to the Mulgrave Country Club.

Thanks must go to Jenny Johnson and her team in Software, BeeLee Fairweather and Gail McMeekin. Jenny has worked hard to clear old stock and organise TLCCVs new logo and changes to the range of Club uniform.

Liz and I have officially resigned from Club Shop as of March and welcome Graham Cahill to the position of Club Shop Coordinator.

We wish him well for the months ahead. We have both loved running the Club Shop, but I have now taken over as Driver Training Coordinator and feel it is time to move on and leave it up to some-

The following nominations have been received for the 2013-2014 Executive Committee: President Vice President Secretary Assistant Secretary Treasurer Assistant Treasurer Committee

Ian Ross Eric Bishop Sandra Tanner Alan McMeekin Matt Parrott Adriano Denni Russell Edwards, Liz Mills and Michael Martin

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ANNUAL REPORT 2012 - 2013 NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of the Toyota Land Cruiser Club of Australia (Victoria) Inc. will be held on Tuesday 20th August, 2013 at The Mulgrave Country Club, Cnr. Wellington & Jells Road, Wheelers Hill at 7:30 pm.

BUSINESS OF THE MEETING WILL BE: 1.

Confirm the Minutes of the previous Annual General Meeting.

2.

Receive the President’s report.

3.

Receive the Treasurer’s report.

4.

Receive other sub Committee reports.

5.

To elect Life Members if so nominated and/or Honorary Members.

6.

To elect Officers (4) Assistant Officers (2) and Ordinary Members (2) of the Committee.

7.

To present the Awards for the year.

8.

Any other business of which due notice has been given.

By order of the Committee.

Sandra Tanner Honorary Secretary.

AGENDA • • • • • • •

OPEN APOLOGIES LIFE / HONORARY MEMBERS AND PAST PRESIDENTS IN ATTENDANCE MINUTES OF PREVIOUS AGM Matters arising TREASURER’S REPORT Motion for Auditor ANNUAL REPORT – PRESIDENT. Refer mag for all others (Executive & sub Committees) ANNUAL TLCCV AWARDS

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VAL McGURGAN AWARD is awarded to the Club member – new or old, male or female – who achieves the most they possibly can out of the Club. This person shows great enthusiasm & support for their Club. This award is usually presented by Frank McGurgan in memory of his wife Val. The words “Joy of Being” are on this award.

BEST CLUB WOMAN is awarded to the woman who displays a high level of Club involvement and is a great team player with in the Club.

BEST CLUB MAN is awarded to the man who displays a high level of Club involvement and is a great team player within the Club.

TRIP LEADER AWARD is presented to the member(s) who ran the most trips during the past year.

JOHN WHITNEY PHOTOGRAPHIC AWARD (judged by the Life Members) is presented to the member who enters the best photo from a TLCC Club trip.

BEST JUNIOR CLUB PERSON GENERAL BUSINESS COMMITTEE ELECTIONS

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President introduces Returning Officer.

President seeks a mover and seconder to accept as the Returning Officer President declares all positions vacant Returning Officer runs nominators presentation – each has two minutes Explains voting procedure Explains preference voting system Explains how we handle votes on a person who has nominated for more than one position Membership votes Returning Officer hands back to President to suspend AGM and run the General Meeting.

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SUSPEND AGM OPEN GENERAL MEETING CLOSE GENERAL MEETING PRESIDENT RE-OPENS AGM & HANDS TO RETURNING OFFICER RETURNING OFFICER GIVES VOTING RESULTS PRIOR PRESIDENT HANDS BADGE OF OFFICE OVER TO NEW PRESIDENT NEW PRESIDENT ACCEPTS ON BEHALF OF THE NEW COMMITTEE NEW PRESIDENT CLOSES MEETING.

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ANNUAL REPORT 2012 - 2013 MINUTES OF THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF THE TOYOTA LANDCRUISER CLUB OF AUSTRALIA (VICTORIA) INC. A0005442C Held on Tuesday 17th July, 2012 at the German Club, Dandenong Road, Prahran The meeting opened at 7:50pm with President Peter Dwyer introducing Michael Coldham to run the meeting. Michael then provided a summary of the rules as they relate to the meeting and invited questions from the floor. These he answered to everyone’s satisfaction.

Michael confirmed the nominations received for committee positions were; President – Peter Dwyer and Brett Dyson Vice President – Ian Ross Secretary – Sandra Tanner Assistant Secretary – Alan McMeekin Treasurer – Marcus Kunath Assistant Treasurer – Mathew Parrott Committee members (2) – Michael Martin, Liz Mills and Russell Edwards.

As there were more than a single nomination for the position of President and Committee Members these positions will be subject to a ballot. All other positions were deemed to be filled on the basis of single nominations.

Michael Coldham then invited each nominee present (Michael Martin was absent) to provide a brief 2 minute speech about themselves and why they are standing.

The meeting then completed the ballot papers for the election of office bearers. These were collected and Michael Coldham together with the collectors/scrutineers left the meeting to count the votes.

Peter Dwyer then ran the meeting.

Apologies for those people not able to be present were requested to be written on the register. Peter acknowledged the Life and Honorary members present and also past Presidents of the club.

Peter advised the meeting that the minutes of the previous AGM were printed in the magazine and asked for a mover and seconder.

These minutes were moved to be accepted by Dave Sheean and seconded by Tony Swinden. There was no business arising.

Reports form the President, Treasurer and Secretary were included in the magazine and members were advised to read them there.

Peter Dwyer then presented certificates of appreciation to the following for meritorious service throughout the year; • Club Shop – John Mills, Liz Mills and Jenny Johnson • Door Greeter – Ian Johnson • Excursions – Dave Sheean • Social Activities – Angela di Lallo • Cruiserkhana – Annie McGennisken and Angel di Lallo • Statistician – Jeff Gazzard • Events Co-ordinator – Paul Shire (Python Red) • Technical Officer – Brett Dyson • Membership – Barbara Bryant • Trips – Tony Middleditch • Media and PR – Garry Cooper • Yarck Management – Brian Stewart • Library – Charles Norman • Magazine Editors – Sandra & Brian Tanner • Emergency Response – Bruce Fullard • Driver Awareness – Ron Mason, Paul Langenberg, Dave White, Bob McEwan, John Mills and Heather Cale • Raffles – Grace and Gabi Azzam • Magazine Distribution – Russell and Lesley Edwards • Sergeant at Arms – Russell Edwards • Webmaster – Laurie Miles Club major awards were presented as follows; • Val McGurgan award - Grace and Gabi Azzam • Club Woman award – Dulcie Watts • Club Man award – Paul Langenberg • Trip Leader of the Year – Eric Bishop • President’s award – Heather Cale There were insufficient entries for the John Whitney award to be presented this year.

Michael Coldham returned with the results of the election. Peter Dwyer was elected President. The two committee positions will be filled by Liz Mills and Russell Edwards.

John Turbill moved the ballot papers be destroyed. This was seconded by Tony Swinden.

The Annual General Meeting closed at 8:50pm.

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