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TOYOTA LAND CRUISER CLUB OF AUSTRALIA (VICTORIA) INC. A0005442C ABN87301244383
M AY CONTENTS
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 Tuesday 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
2015
VOLUME 43
No.10
Club Information
1
Committee 2014-2015
2
Vice President’s Report
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Over the Hill
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Calendar/Coming Events
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Annual General Meeting
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Yarck Report
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Vic/SA Border Trip
13
High Country Rivers Trip
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Mt Howitt Trip
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Training
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News from ARB
27
Yarck Bushfire Plan
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Member Business Directory
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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, Jan Chivers & Ken Hildebrand Honorary Members: Ross McClure, Clive Blakely, Reece DeJong Club Auditor: Chris Rumble
Vic/SA Border Trip 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
2014 - 2015
President Ian Ross president1@tlccv.com.au
Driver Training John MIlls: driverawareness@tlccv.com.au * Driver Training Course bookings * Awareness Course certificates
Vice President Laurie Miles president2@tlccv.com.au
Yarck Management Brian Stewart yarckmanage@tlccv.com.au
Marketing/Public Relations Coordinator Brian Tanner marketing@tlccv.com.au Emergency Response Coordinator
Secretary Sandra Tanner secretary1@tlccv.com.au
Assistant Secretary Ian wells secretary2@tlccv.com.au
Treasurer Alan McMeekin treasurer1@tlccv.com.au
Magazine Distribution Gordon Chessum
Raffles & Supper Gabi & Grace Azzam Karen Wade
Trip Convenor trips@tlccv.com.au Tony Middleditch * Register a Member’s trip * Assistance in trip preparation
Club Shop Graham Cahill
Technical Brett Dyson
Committee Michael Schuettke committee1@tlccv.com.au
Committee Adam Takacs committee2@tlccv.com.au
Advertising Sandra Tanner
editor1@tlccv.com.au
advertising@tlccv.com.au
Activities Coordinator Ian Ross activities@tlccv.com.au
clubshop@tlccv.com.au
lredance1@gmail.com
Social Coordinator
Training training@tlccv.com.au Matt Lilley • Club training courses co-ordinator
social@tlccv.com.au * Book for participation in social events Visitor Greeters Carol & Greg Edmunds
events@tlccv.com.au • Shows & special event co-ordinator
Cruiserkhana enquiries@cruiserkhana.com.au
Membership Barbara Bryant membership@tlccv.com.au * Membership renewals, name badges, contact detail changes
GEELONG BRANCH
Librarian Wendy Wilson library@tlccv.com.au * Borrow DVDs & books * Contributions to the Library FWDV Delegate Tony Bryant fwdvdelegate@tlccv.com.au
Magazine Editor Sandra Tanner:
Sergeant-At-Arms Russell Edwards
technical@tlccv.com.au
Special Events Assistant Treasurer Steve de Mamiel treasurer2@tlccv.com.au
tlccrg@tlccv.com.au
Webmaster Laurie Miles
webmaster@tlccv.com.au
President Matt McPhee
Vice President Matt Lilley
geelong@tlccv.com.au
geelong2@tlccv.com.au
Secretary Jennie Harvie
Social Judith Williams
Excursion Visits Coordinator excursions@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 documents with no formatting. (No 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: 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.
ARE YOUR MEMBERSHIP DETAILS CURRENT? 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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his month you will be reading Overland Cruisering by viewing it as an electronic edition on the club website. This change came about after the strong vote last month to change our magazine to a monthly electronic edition and a printed copy every second month. No doubt, some members will be slow to adapt to the change, while others will enjoy the move forward with our electronic version. If you still prefer the printed copy, then the next printed edition will re-appear in June. Our President, Ian Ross is recuperating well. He recently moved into rehabilitation with many daily exercises, so hopefully we will see him back at our meetings soon. Winter is fast approaching with many cool days and Autumn leaves falling everywhere. This means we are fast approaching the Seasonal Closures in the High Country. Some tracks are closing early this year due to the early onset of wintery weather. Make sure you check the Parks Vic website for track updates at: http:// parkweb.vic.gov.au/safety/fire,-flood-andother-closures/seasonal-road-closures2. You will note that some tracks have already closed as of 1st May in the High Country and Otways, so make sure you check that link. Our Maintenance & Construction weekend this month (May 23 – 24) will incorporate a celebration of the 10th anniversary of the Memorial Garden. This celebration will be honouring Joy Thomas’s memory. Joy was instrumental in the development of the
garden. With the Explore Australia Expo occurring at the Melbourne Showgrounds this month (Fri 28 May to Sun 31 May), Jeff Gazzard & Paul Shire are looking for many helpers to assist on our TLCCV stand. This is a great event, so make sure you help out if you can. The Explore Australia Expo Facebook page is currently offering a 20% discount for tickets, so don’t miss out. https://www.facebook.com/ exploreaustraliaexpo The FWDV 40th anniversary is fast approaching. Don’t forget that this is your final opportunity to register for this exciting event over the Queen’s Birthday weekend. For entry forms & more details, go to www.tlccv.com.au/WeekendWrap/ FWDV- 40th Flyer 2015.pdf. Thanks to Matt Lilley for organising a First Aid course this month. It was good to see some of our members wanting to take this important step to be trained in First Aid. Also thanks to James Azzam for running the course. I was also busy running a GPS training course. It was great to see 12 members brushing up on their navigation skills. Hopefully I will be running some more GPS courses for OziExplorer and Hema soon. Our AGM on July 21, is not far away. If you think you will be travelling at this time of the year, and wish to submit a proxy vote, then your completed form must be sent to the Secretary by Monday 20 July. Proxy voting forms can be obtained from the club magazine.
Some members have become aware that our current Rules relating to AGM nominations do not set out any minimum times for nominations. Whilst the Club has always followed a prescribed 2 months before an AGM, it appears that when the Rules were last updated in 2012, this paragraph was somehow deleted. After consultation with our legal people, it has been agreed that the committee can include this requirement in our By-Laws, thus setting out the administration of nominations for the AGM. The committee realises that 2 months before the AGM could limit the time some members have to consider whether they wish to nominate. I therefore can confirm that the committee has passed a motion that requires nominations to be submitted to the Secretary at least one month before the AGM. This By-Law change has been sent out to members via weekend wrap, Facebook and on the club website (as required by our Rules).
Laurie Miles (1058) TLCCV VICE PRESIDENT
WANTED – HELPERS FOR THE EXPLORE AUSTRALIA EXPO Once again our Club will have a large stand at the second Explore Australia Expo at the Melbourne Showgrounds. Last year proved to be a big success with us gaining new members and lots of interest in our Club..
Set-up day is Wednesday 27th and/or Thursday 28th May, 2015 Open days are Friday 29th, Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st May, 2015 Many hands make light work and we need volunteers to set up and to help man the stand over the three days of the Expo. Please help us by putting your name down. Those who will be helping on the stand will get free entry. Please contact Jeff Gazzard email jgazzard@tpg.com.au
LETTERS I’d like to thank the many members that expressed condolences to me and Sandra on the recent passing of my father. The number of members that posted condolences on facebook, sent emails and of course cards and flowers was quite mind-blowing. A special thank you also to the Club for sending flowers. They were greatly appreciated. One of the great strengths of our club is the depth of caring and thoughtful members that we have amongst our ranks. Forget about Yarck, our first class DA, etc. it is our members that are our greatest strength and asset.
CALL FOR ENTRIES FOR 2015 JOHN WHITNEY PHOTOGHRAPHIC COMPETITION Members are invited to submit entries for the Annual John Whitney Photographic Award DIGITAL IMAGES are requested so there is NO excuse for not submitting an entry. ENTRY • • • • • •
REQUIREMENTS You must have taken the photo Advise where the photo(s) have been taken The picture should be taken on a Club trip or activity Images should be submitted as digital JPEGs Each image must not exceed 5MB in size Limit of 5 images per member
Please email your digital entries to whitneycomp@tlccv.com.au Entries must be received before 1st June with your name and membership number
Thank you all. Brian Tanner (607)
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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
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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@tlccv.com.au. All applications and pay-ments for Temporary Membership MUST be received by the Membership Officer NO LATER than 14 days prior to the trip. Facebook: Any trips advertised on Facebook that have not been approved by the Trip Convenor will not be recognised as an official Club trip and therefore not be covered by the Club insurance. Seasonal Road Closures: Contact Parks Victoria on http://parkweb.vic.gov.au/safety/fire,-flood-and-other-closures/seasonal-road-closures2.
JUNE Date: Trip Leaders:
SANDY WYPERFELD TRAILER TRIP - (Queens Birthday weekend) - Trip Full Friday 6th - Monday 8th June, 2015 Laurie & Heidi Miles: Email: trips@zebra400.com
JUNE Date: Trip Leader:
LOCK YOUR HUBS SIMPSON DESERT - Trip Full Saturday 27th June - Friday 10th July 2015 Simon Mustey & Sherry Salvesen: Email: simon@mustey.com
JUNE/JULY Date: Meeting Place: Time: Limit: Standard:
THE OLD GHAN RAILWAY Sunday 28th June (Melbourne) - Wednesday 8th July (Alice Springs) To be advised. To be advised. 8 vehicles - No pets. Genuine off-road trailers OK. Easy to medium, but adverse weather or track conditions could make some individual sections more difficult. New members most welcome. Will be advised at pre trip meeting. Various - 10, 15 and 40 UHF Good off-road tyres with ample tread & a second spare (or casing), standard recovery equipment, compressor & tyre gauge, camping equipment, water & supplies. Further details will be provided at a pre trip meeting. Primarily bush camping. This trip follows the Oodnadatta Track, covering the historic route of the Old Ghan railway between Pt Augusta & Alice Springs. Side trips include Lake Eyre, Dalhousie Springs, Lamberts Centre, Chambers Pillar & other places of interest along the way. As this period falls within the July school holidays, children are most welcome. (I’ve invited my own 9yo granddaughter). Participants will each be asked to research an assigned historic or geographic aspect of this trip & to present a 10 minute spiel at the appropriate time as tour guide. Don Bryant: Email: dbryant@bigpond.net.au
Fuel: Radio: Equipment: Overnight: Details:
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JUNE/JULY Date: Meeting Place: Time: Limit: Standard: Fuel: Radio: Equipment:
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BIG RED BASH - BIRDSVILLE Sunday 28th June - Sunday 12th July. (I will be there Saturday 27th June) Pink Lakes (Lake Crosbie, Mallee H’way, 60km west of Ouyen to all weather gravel road,13km to main camp area). 9:00am 6 vehicles. Easy-medium (weather dependent). Suitable for camper trailers. Full tank from Ouyen 15 UHF No dogs, genuine 4x4 camper trailers - not light duty road variants or caravans, standard DA recovery gear, genuine off road biased AT tyres or better with at least 50% tread, second spare tyre (carcass only if you are able to carry out a repair) plus suitable trailer spares. Pink Lakes. Birdsville from 3rd to 7th July for the Big Red Bash: http://www.bigredbash.com.au/bigredbash/index. Travel via Birdsville Track & return through Corner Country. Free camping at Big Red. Overnight at Pink Lakes, Quorn, Farina, Mungerannie, Big Red, Innaminka, Tibooburra, Broken Hill. Graham Cahill: Email: gra.cahill@bigpond.com.
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JULY/AUGUST NT/QLD SAVANNAH EXCURSION Date: Sunday 12th July (Alice Springs) - Monday 3rd August (Cooktown) Meeting Place: To be advised. Time: To be advised. Limit: 8 vehicles - no pets. Standard: Easy - medium but subject to weather & track conditions Fuel: Will be advised at pre trip meeting. Radio: Various - 10, 15 and 40 UHF Equipment: Good off-road tyres with ample tread & a second spare (or casing), standard recovery equipment, compressor & tyre gauge, camping equipment, water & supplies. Further details to be provided at a pre trip meeting. Overnight: Some campgrounds but primarily bush camping. Details: Commencing with the Finke River Gorge south of Alice Springs, this trip follows various roads/tracks north to the Keep River National Park in the far north west of the Territory. From there the trip follows the Savannah Way (in part) to Queensland taking in various other parks & points of interest before turning up the western side of Cape York to Kowanyama & Pormpuraaw. It then crosses to Cape Melville on the east coast & finishes in Cooktown. Trip Leader: Don Bryant: Email: dbryant@bigpond.net.au AUGUST Date: Meeting Place: Time: Limit: Standard: Fuel: Radio: Equipment:
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LOCK YOUR HUBS MT SKENE SNOW TRIP Saturday 15th & Sunday 16th August, 2015 Jamieson 8:15am 20 vehicles. 18 vacant (5 positions for new members) Medium Full tanks from Mansfield (Alpine Diesel for diesels). 15 UHF Genuine all/mud terrain tyres with minimum 50% tread (road biased tyres not acceptable), recovery points front & rear, full recovery equipment, suitable cold/wet weather clothes, UHF radio, compressor & tyre gauge, shovel, emergency sleeping bag, water & food. Jamieson Courthouse Hotel: 5777 0503
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Lock your hubs Mt Skene snow trip.....continued Details: A large, exciting & family friendly weekend trip to Mt Skene to experience some of the best snow driving in Victoria. We will be based at the Jamieson Hotel from where we will travel up to Mt Skene to drive in the snow, have some fun & then return to the pub & socialise. New members are encouraged to come along & vehicles will be split into two groups with two trips run concurrently to ensure that the large number of vehicles run smoothly. Trip Leaders: Simon Mustey & Sheery Salvesen: Email: simon@mustey.com. Matt & Sara Lilley. AUGUST Date: Meeting Place: Time:
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Trip Facilitator: NOVEMBER Date: Meeting Place: Time: Limit: Standard: Fuel: Radio: Equipment: Overnight: Details:
Trip Leader:
‘THE COOKOUT’ Friday 14th - Sunday 16th August, 2015 Yarck Hilton People are welcome to come up on Friday afternoon / evening & set up their gear (I’ll be there). Cooking extravanganza to start on Saturday soon after breakfast but people are welcome to start beforehand if timing is critical to their efforts, and I’ll be attempting scones - again. All people welcome to attend (on the proviso that everyone cooks something, but no roasts please - unless it is a roast with a difference, i.e if you do it on a spit (someone has done this in the past) or if you bone & stuff it (we also had someone do a carpet bag roast once), or if it is an exotic meat (goat, roo, emu, rabbit, buffalo, camel) - you get the idea. That depends on your appetite. Any/all your camp cooking equipment & paraphernalia you have collected over the years OR stuff you’ve bought in anticipation of using one day (but never had the chance - or the courage - to use it). In the past we’ve had everything from camp ovens to bedouries to converted kegs, to spits, to dream pots & even cardboard ovens. This trip was run a few years ago with great success. Due to work commitments & other stuff, it went by the wayside for a number of years, but due to popular demand, it is back. It has been designed with EVERYONE in mind to learn & share their cooking experiences, recipes, etc. that they’ve collected over the years. As winter will be upon us (& the tracks closed), & we’ll all be snuggled in our respective hidey-holes, this is about doing somein WINTER. Everyone is requested to prepare something - Saturday night has been known to be a rather large evening with a record 16 camp ovens in 2003 (so don’t eat). People are also welcome to test ‘stuff’ on Friday evening as I’ll be up there early anyway. IMPORTANT NOTES: No camp oven roasts please. This is about challenging yourself & your gear to try something new/different (unless it is a roast with a difference). Normal camping rules apply. Please be self sufficient (BYO everything) & take your rubbish with you. Please make sure you have a written (typed is better) copy of whatever it is you’re cooking for the ‘trip report’ (even email is OK as we now have reception at Yarck). Hari Maragos. Email: hari@vwm.net.au (email preferred please) PORTLAND SAND DUNES - Melbourne Cup weekend Friday 30th October - Tuesday 3rd November, 2015 Swan Lake Camping area (maps supplied for participants) 9:00am start time Saturday morning from Swan Lake Camping area. 14 vehicles Medium to hard depending on sand conditions and your experience. Full tanks from Portland. 15 UHF Standard recovery gear, snatch strap, compressor, rated recovery points & shackles. Base camping at Swan Lake. Drive the only legal sand dunes in Victoria. Test your skills on the many steep sand hills. Apart from a drop toilet there are no amenities at the camping area. Caravans & camper trailers are OK. No pets. Be prepared for wet & windy conditions. Sand driving for Saturday & Sunday, Monday trip to Picaninny Ponds, beach drive in SA, lunch at the Nelson Pub. Return home Tuesday. To allow time to process PDBC paperwork, your intention to join this trip needs to be in the hands of the trip leader by the end of August. Garry Cooper: Email: gac001@bi.gpond.com
EXPLORE AUSTRALIA EXPO - Fri 29th - Sun 31st May Once again our Club will have a large stand at the second Explore Australia Expo at the Melbourne Showgrounds. Last year proved to be a big success with us gaining new members and lots of interest in our Club..
Set-up day is Wednesday 27th and/or Thursday 28th May, 2015 Open days are Friday 29th, Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st May, 2015 Many hands make light work and we need volunteers to set up and to help man the stand over the three days of the Expo. Please help us by putting your name down. Those who will be helping on the stand will get free entry. If you can assist please contact Jeff Gazzard email jgazzard@tpg.com.au
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CALENDAR May 23rd & 24th May 30th & 31st June 5th – 8th June 6th – 8th June 9th June 13th & 14th June 20th & 21st June 28th – July 12th June 28th – July 8th June 27th – July 10th June 27th & 28th July 12th – August 3rd July 14th July 25th & 26th August August August August
1st & 2nd 11th 14th – 16th 15th & 16th
COMING TRIPS Maintenance & Construction weekend DA Practical weekend FWDV 40th at Mansfield (Queen’s B/day w/end) Sandy Wyperfeld Trailer trip (Queen’s B/day w/end) Yarck Management and DA Theory Chahinsaw Course at Yarck Maintenance & Construction weekend Big Red Bash – Birdsville The Old Ghan Railway Lock Your Hubs Simpson Desert trip DA Practical weekend NT/Qld Savannah Excursion Yarck Management and DA Theory Maintenance & Construction weekend DA Practical weekend Yarck Management and DA Theory ‘The Cookout’ at Yarck Lock Your Hubs Mt Skene Snow 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.
August 22nd & 23rd August 29th & 30th September 5th & 6th September 8th September 12th & 13th September 19th & 20th September 26th & 27th October 3rd & 4th October 13th October 17th & 18th October 24th & 25th November 7th & 8th November 10th November 21st & 22nd November 28th & 29th December 8th
Maintenance & Construction weekend DA Practical weekend Communications / Vehicle prep at Yarck Yarck Management and DA Theory Mapping at Yarck Maintenance & Construction weekend DA Practical weekend Bush craft & basic camping at Yarck Yarck Management and DA Theory Trip/Meal Prep & Bush Mechanics @ Yarck Maintenance & Construction weekend DA Practical weekend Yarck Management and DA Theory Monster Maintenance & Construction weekend DA Practical weekend Yarck Management
YA R C K M E M O R I A L G A R D E N 1 0 T H A N N I V E R S A R Y 2 3 R D & 2 4 T H M A Y, 2 0 1 5 This will be the 10th Anniversary of the opening of the Memorial Garden that was initiated by Joy Thomas. It would only seem fitting that we honor Joy’s memory and her dedicated contribution to TLCCV Yarck with a get- together on the Sunday morning (11:00am) with those who were part of her team, friends and family.
SHOW & TELL JUNE SHOW AND TELL Are LEDs good and do I need them? Solar panels and what size do I require? 12 VOLT ON THE MOVE • LED LIGHTS, • SOLAR PANELS, • AUTO CABLES, • 12 VOLT ACCESSORIES, • BATTERIES, • POWER PLUGS & SOCKETS, • CONNECTORS & LUGS, • POWER PRODUCTS Club member, Bradley Schaffer, will give a fun and informative talk tonight to assist you with all your LED and Solar needs for your 4x4, boat and camping. Liz Mills Show & Tell Co-Ordinator (Please let me know if you have any suggests or a trip you would like to show)
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A N N U A L G E N E R AI PL M E E T I N G PROXY VOTING
Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of the Toyota Land Cruiser Club of Australia (Victoria) Incorporated will be held Tuesday 21st July, 2015 commencing at 7:30 pm. As per the Rules of the Constitution: “…appoint another member as his proxy by notice given to the Secretary no later than 24 hours before the time of the meeting in respect of which the proxy is appointed.” In practical terms with our meetings being held on Tuesday, proxies must be received by the Secretary by 8:00 pm. on Monday 20th July, 2015. APPENDIX 1 - FORM OF APPOINTMENT OF PROXY I ………………………………………………………………………………. of …………………………………………………………………………………………………….……….…. Member No…….........……….
being a member of the Toyota Land Cruiser Club of Australia (Victoria) Incorporated
hereby appoint …………………………………………………………………… of…………………………………………………………………….…………………………………….…………………………………. being a member of that incorporated Association, as my proxy to vote for me on my behalf at the Annual General meeting of the Association to be held on Tuesday 21st July, 2015 and at any adjournment of that meeting. My proxy is authorised to vote in favour of / against (delete as appropriate) the resolution (insert details).
Signed…………………………………………......…………… Membership No. ……………..........
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Fundraising with Entertainment For only $65 this book is packed with hundreds of up to 50% off and 2-50-1 offers for the best local restaurants, cafes, attractions, hotel accommodation, travel and much more, which gives you over $20,000 worth of valuable offers valid through to 1st June, 2016!
Pub Night Saturday 13th June at the Tower Hotel, Burwood Road, Hawthorn at 6:00pm. This is in the Entertainment Book so take advantage of this special offer. Bookings have already started so get in early! Simply email Angela on: social@tlccv.com.au
YA R C K M E M O R I A L GARDEN 10TH ANNIVERSARY 2 3 R D & 2 4 T H M AY 2015 This will be the 10th Anniversary of the opening of the Memorial Garden that was initiated by Joy Thomas. It would only seem fitting that we honor Joyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s memory and her dedicated contribution to TLCCV Yarck with a gettogether on the Sunday morning (11:00am) with those who were part of her team, friends and family. This would also be great for newer members to know this part of Club history. Brian Stewart (340) YARCK MANAGEMENT COORDINATOR
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18th & 19th April, 2015 riday evening a damp start, but great to sit around the Hilton fireplace with the small group already there. There was some very heavy rain during the night – 36mm in the gauge next morning. By morning tea more members had rolled in, a total of 13 for the weekend. They were: Ted Gray, Peter Hepworth, Rob Swebbs, John & Wendy Wilson, Jan Chivers & Ken Hildebrand, Eamonn King, Trajco Vilarov, Paul Langenberg, Neil Chambers, Brian Stewart and John Chenoweth, a new member and yet to do his DA. It was a great weekend. A group were out clearing drains then joining Eamonn and his team for fence repairs and removal of scrub along the fence line between the entry gate and the second gate. A job well done. Grevilleas were planted to replace ones
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DRIVER TRAINING March Driver Awareness Report – 28th & 29th March, 2015 On a beautiful sunny weekend, Neil Davey, John O’Donohue, Duncan and Sarah Stadler, Garth Julius, Leigh Johnson and Andrew Rooke gathered for the DA practical session at Yarck. We were extremely fortunate to have 5 DA leaders imparting their knowledge and experience during the weekend, including John, Michael, Matt, Simon and Geoff. Duncan and Sarah are preparing for a big desert trip, brought their daughter – and Leigh also had his two sons along for the ride. Following a nice Friday evening around the fire at the Hilton, Saturday morning we were treated to demonstrations led by Simon of correct recovery procedure for his suitably named truck and then we hit the tracks for our first drives around the property. First up were the hill climbs and descents, an opportunity to practice driving through the brakes. A few highlights noted by the group included a new record for the speed of downhill descent set by Leigh and his sons, and a brilliant right foot drive by Sarah to see the Triton and up and over the rock ledges first time. After lunch the group was back out onto the tracks for a ‘dusk’ drive to explore the wonderful property and practice the Club convoy procedure. Weaving our way between the trees down Bulldozer track, we made it back to the Hilton all unscathed, for dinner and socializing. It was over a discussion with Michael and Geoff regarding the correct cooking technique for BBQ mushrooms (?!?) that I reflected upon our first day, and in particular the wonderful property the Club owns 12 Overland Cruisering
that had died. A general tidy up in and around the hut to get everything back in place after the CK. Boarding on the internal wall at the hut entry was removed and burnt due to the termites having a great time. This area will be sprayed and some form of cladding put back (open to suggestions). A leak in the roof was tracked down and fixed. Water was pumped and the collection lines flushed out. I have had in my collection of all things rusty a very old Massey Harris combine harvester that after Executive Committee approval has been placed at the bush hut site and thanks to Ken we were able to get it there from Ferntree Gully on his tandem trailer. Well done Jan & Ken. A special thanks to Ted Gray for donating a 100 litre Silvan 12volt spray unit with about 6 metre of hose and a 7 litre backpack unit. These will certainly help with the thistle
control. He obtained these from a contact he has. Ted is one of our more senior members and really enjoys getting to the Maintenance & Construction weekends and does more than his fair share. The next Maintenance & Construction weekend will be the 23rd & 24th May. It will also be the 10th Anniversary of the opening of the Memorial Garden that was initiated by Joy Thomas. It would only seem fitting that we honour Joy’s memory and her dedicated contribution to TLCCV Yarck with a get-together on the Sunday morning (11:00am) with those who were part of her team, friends and family. This would also be great for newer members to know this part of Club history. Brian Stewart (340) YARCK MANAGEMENT COORDINATOR
M A R C H A IWPA R E N E S S W E E K E N D at Yarck. The Club is very fortunate to have such a facility. Sunday morning Matt led a session on daily vehicle checks at the vehicle ramps and then we drove down to the sand pit to practice our snatch recoveries. Neil’s impression of a stranded Swedish tourist during the role-play brought a bit of humor, but it was also good to be reminded of the serious safety aspects of such recoveries by the DA team. On to the bog hole, where we stopped for the obligatory ‘gloop’ checks – and with not too much to worry about we put on the tarps and watched on as Neil was the first to take the plunge. Although no one got stuck in the bog, Neil, Garth, John and I noticed that our ‘youthful’ exuberance in crossing had led to engine bays thoroughly coated in thick Yarck mud. This gave a timely reminder of what mud does to electronics, with some strange external temperatures being shown on the 200s. Late morning we completed a drive around the property including Garvey’s, Bulldozer and Gunbarrel (which we were told had claimed a few diffs over the years). We all enjoyed the drive and made it through without issue. After a group debrief with Michael and a ‘tour’ of the modifications to his truck, the weekend was completed and we all said our goodbyes, before beginning the journey home. On behalf of the participant group, a big thanks to Michael for a sterling job leading and facilitating the practical weekend, to John for coordinating the DA sessions and to all of our DA leaders (Simon, Matt and Geoff) for imparting such valuable knowledge and confidence we can use on the tracks. Thanks guys. Andrew Rooke (2726)
eNews – Are you receiving your copy of TLCC Weekend Wrap? Make sure you include your email address on your membership renewal form. Alternatively you can send an email to the Membership Officer (Barb) at membership@tlccv.com.au with your updated details. Weekend Wrap is produced by Laurie Miles (1058) and Garry Cooper (1219). Items for Weekend Wrap can be sent to info@tlccv.com.au.
TRIPS
VIC/SA BORDER TRACK - EASTER, 2015
Trip Leaders: Laurie & Heidi Miles Zebra Convoy: Michael & Megan Bourke Eagle 1 Alan Dalton & Brenda Daniels Croc Greg & Carol Edmunds Coota Rick & Lisa Ellerton Elly Jeff Gazzard Sandwich Maker Michael & Suzan Hoare Monster
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eading for Wyperfeld NP: We arrived at various times in the afternoon and evening of Thursday before Easter at 4 mile campground on Lake Hindmarsh - a large dry lake in the Mallee. The powered area was full of caravanned hunters and their families, dogs and youngsters on motor bikes and quad bikes, so we headed a short distance away to a quiet section with a roaring fire, to
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meet each other, and our trip leaders, Laurie & Heidi. The 6 cars met up with the 7th arriving from Dimboola on a beautiful sunny Friday morning. Sandwich Makerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 200 Series initially wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t start and had alarming dashboard lights so remained behind at the campground to wait for the RACV. The rest of us headed off through Rainbow and on to a dirt road through wheat country to the northern end of Lake Albacutya. After a left turn on to Gosslings Rd, we stopped for morning tea and aired down,
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We started heading down the western side of the lake whilst taking in the views of the dry lake and lots of small pines in very sandy soil. We were now following Purra track on the west side of the dry Lake Albacutya, where we met up with Sandwich Maker - problem now sorted. We drove on sandy tracks and some dunes, following the southern boundary of Wyperfeld NP then turned northwest onto Milmed Rock track, passing Round Swamp campsite before stopping for lunch at Herman’s garden - a cleared area surrounded by banksias in flower and other shrubs. So who was Herman??? Continuing on, we approached a dune with deep dry sand and a right angled bend where Zebra showed us how to get over – hey, we all made it over!! We continued on over a few more dunes before passing Arnold Springs, then on to our overnight camp just past Mimed Swamp - a delightful sandy area amongst the pines and gums. Happy hour was followed by a chatty night around a roaring fire before we all turned in to sleep before the promised 2 water bottle steep ascent of Milmed Rock in the morning. Sue & Mike Hoare (2290) Heading for the Big Desert SF: On the second day of our first Club trip, we packed up with great anticipation as to what the day would bring, as our non-turbo vehicle struggled a bit the day before. There is talk of climbing Milmed Rock, needing lots of water just to climb it. We arrived, we looked, some climbed the rock and we even signed the visitors' book in about 10 minutes flat! After some more interesting sand dunes, we left Wyperfeld NP and headed off up the Murrayville track to a steep hill, but due to a small malfunction in our vehicle we went round on the chicken track hoping like mad that we would not break down. With adrenalin pumping, we carried on with no mishaps watching the interesting change in vegetation along the way to our tea break stop at Big Billy Bore surrounded by bird song. After the tea stop, we turned right on to the Delisio track then to the White Springs track. A change from a flat, sandy track to one with a few more bumps in it. Laurie had been telling us about the famous Ross Springs dune, so we were all getting excited in anticipation. On our way we passed Sand Bucket, a flat grass plain, and then onto a very sandy and bumpy Ross Springs track. Everyone played around on the dune, with some making it and others needing a few tries. “Drive it like it is stolen,” was a common expression reiterated to members who didn’t use enough power to get up the dune! After lunch we drove on the Fire Break track and managed all the sandy dunes with no mishaps. The colors of the vegetation along the track were just amazing in contrast to the white sand of the track. After being delayed a while at a steep dune, we arrived at our campsite. 16 Overland Cruisering
The discussion around the campfire was full of our achievements of the day plus the anticipated lunar eclipse this evening. We were very pleased with what we had achieved today with the help and advice from Laurie and Heidi, and we are looking forward to the next day. Alan Dalton & Brenda Daniels (2574) Driving down the Vic/SA Border Track: After the special viewing of the “Red Blood “ lunar eclipse last night, our group rose on Sunday morning to find that the Easter Bunny had visited! There on our camp tables and placed on the side step rail on the driver’s side of each vehicle were yummy chocolate treats wrapped in shiny foil. At 10 degrees celsius, there wasn’t any worry about melting eggs. We left camp at 8:45am and travelled a short distance along the Murrayville Road (4WD) before turning right onto Firebreak Track. All drivers had a “wake up” hill-climb of soft sand and most had to wait for kangaroos to hop across the track. The undulating terrain was mostly made up of deep loose sand with the occasionally more solid underlying rock exposed in places. Along the way, we passed by the Cactus Bore Track and Blue Gum Camp before finally entering the ‘disputed country” - located 3 kilometres east of the SA/VIC border. We stopped to view the SA weather beaten make-shift signage and the post marking the 141 degree East meridian. Laurie provided a brief history of the territorial dispute over this 3 km width of land along the SA/Vic border. We then continued along the Fire Break Track to the real border where we crossed through a closed gate and into South Australia. The Border Track is a one-way unmaintained track, which stretches from North to
South (to Bordertown). For the most part of the section we travelled, the fence line is literally a metre or two to the left of the vehicle track. We stopped for morning tea at Pines Camp Ground and then travelled to the first big sand dune challenge of the day. Each vehicle was called up and over the dune, which contained a couple of nasty big holes and certainly gave us all a good shake. Further along, we encountered another
convoy as we approached Hensley’s Trig point. Getting to the top of this dune posed another great challenge for its deep, soft, powdery sand and a tight right hand turn just before the top. The 360 degree view from the Trig tower was magnificent – and the Border Track was clearly visible in both directions. After lunch, the convoy approached and conquered two more huge, steep dunes. These certainly challenged all of us – we all swapped advice o n which line to take,
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which gears to choose and the ‘need for speed’ and our new catch phrase on the trip: “drive it like it is stolen,” enabled everyone to get over the top without too much trouble. Unsuccessful first attempts provided many drivers with the opportunity to learn how to approach and drive the dune on the second attempt. Lots of thrills, but luckily no serious spills. We set up camp at the Red Bluff Camp Ground. A few members took the 15 minute walk up to the top of the lookout. From this vantage point we could see the great expanse of the surrounding landscape severely burnt 18 months ago. Despite the intensity of the fire the area is showing good signs of recovery with numerous small grasses and small desert trees emerging. Lisa & Rick were pleased to travel through this area, as they were on Laurie & Heidi’s previous Border Track trip, where they were diverted away from this area because of the bush fire damage. Another great day in Victoria’s desert region came to a close with a roaring fire, friendly conversation, great company and relaxation. Michael and Megan Bourke (2713) Completing the Border Track (in the rain): Monday started early with a bright moon shining through the front of the tent, the clouds from the previous evening having vanished. Ha! What did we know? By the time we had finished breakfast the clouds had returned in a uniform blanket of grey threatening rain. So all hands on deck to drop the tent and get packed before the heavens opened. Missed it by that much! (Imagine a centimetre between thumb and forefinger). Just as we were packing the tent in the bag, it started to drizzle. Not too wet but enough to ensure we would have to pitch the tent when we got home to let it dry. The team gathered for the final daily briefing, and as we were all getting wet Laurie decided we could complete the briefing over the radio. The rain started to come down in earnest as we left Red Bluff camp. Monster proclaimed they were on their 3rd radio for the weekend (you would think someone would bring a charger for the hand held radio) and Laurie informed us that the campground was 150 metres inside the “Disputed Country” between
Victoria and SA border. Underway, the very first turn back onto the Border Track was extremely loose sand resulting in some slalom moves from the group despite the rain. The sandy track was firming with the rain as we past a “disputed gate” on the right (long story which involved an angry farmer on Laurie & Heidi’s Border track trip last year) as we approached the last of the big dunes for the weekend. As it was early in the season, the Border Track only opened last Thursday, so the dune had not had any traffic. The sand was deep and soft even Zebra had to have a 2nd run to get over the top. Eagle 1 was within a metre of succeeding on their first run and blitzed it on the second, with the rest of the convoy clearing the top in one attempt. There was some talk of fitting a rocket to Croc to help them over the big dunes, but Croc has a normally aspirated 80 Series, so decided the alternative “chicken” track was more to their liking and they disappeared into the bush on our right before the big dune. That led to a tense exchange over the radio until our trip leaders could figure out where the hell Croc had gone to - all forgiven as they rejoined the convoy a kilometre up the track. With the rain continuing to fall, Zebra decided to leave the Border Track turning left onto the Red Bluff Track – this track would cut across to black top a little earlier than previously planned. This was an interesting track cutting through bush and farmland and notable for the number of beehives that were installed in the area
(some of which had been vandalised). Parts of the track were clay based and slick in the wet. At one point Coota, following the ruts through a muddy, slippery section touched the brakes, bounced out of the ruts and proceeded sideways down the track, slid to a stop calmly announcing: “Coota has stopped,” before reversing away from the fence and proceeding up the track with: “Coota mobile”. Those following later announced how much they enjoyed Coota’s dazzling driving skills. We passed through the last gate and onto the Blue Hills Road, a 2WD track with good traction despite being very wet over a rock and clay base. We made it onto the black top and stopped to air up on the side in the rain and mud. As we were finishing up Greg and Michael were spotted stomping around on the tarmac. Not a rain dance as some surmised, a mud dance they claimed as they tried to clear the muck from their boots before mounting up. Due to the constant rain, we moved on to Nhill and completed the trip debrief over hot chocolate, apple cakes and pasties in the Nhill Bakery. The time had come for our farewells, the end of trip and the journey home. Our thanks to Heidi and Laurie for yet another fantastic trip and thank you to the rest of the convoy for the laughs, the support, friendship and camaraderie. A great weekend team - I wouldn’t be dead for quids. Greg & Carol Edmunds (2532)
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TRIPS
H I G H C O U N T R Y RI IPV E R S M A G N I F I Q U E
23rd – 25th April, 2015 Trip Leader: Ian Wells Participants: Gunther Scheffel John Garsia Logan Driver
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Day 1: Thursday April 23rd - Rather unfortunately, we had two people pull out of the trip at the very last minute so we only had four vehicles for the trip. Nevertheless, the really keen ones met up at Porepunkah at 12.00pm on a beautiful autumn day. Indeed the drive into Porepunkah was a delight with many kilometres of driving past magnificent trees displaying their autumn leaf glory. Clearly many homeowners take great pride in their gardens along the highway leading to Bright, and that alone made the trip worthwhile. In keeping with our relaxed spirits, we had some health food in the form of pies/pasties/coffee before heading out of town. We turned south down the Buckland Valley Road and continued for an easy drive, admiring the farms and more colourful trees before letting the tyres down after the black top disappeared. Gunther had been advised by a friend to stop and check out the dead centre of Buckland, so we all stopped and walked around the small but well-kept old cemetery. After a fifteen minute break, we continued south then veered left at the Buckland junction. We then followed the Buckland River, which had many campsites, and we chose one
just prior to Beveridge Station. Camp was made and Gunther went off to collect some firewood further up the road. Shortly after his return, a terrific and well stoked fire made the evening, which was complemented by a beautiful clear sky. Ian’s two little great nephews took great delight in demolishing marshmellows (as we all did). All in all a lovely first day! Day 2: We awoke at 5.00am with rain pounding down on our tents. Nobody particularly wished to rise and shine so to speak but patience is a virtue and by 7.00am, the rain stopped and we crawled out of our tents, had breakfast and packed up. The forecast was for more rain so Ian called everyone together and made the decision to abandon the trip after a morning excursion to Mt Murray. There was much disappointment but safety (and enjoyment) is paramount, and we headed off to Mt Murray for some genuine four wheel driving. It took a fair bit longer than expected to reach the mount due to many
fallen trees across the tracks. However, it was well worth it and we enjoyed lunch whilst admiring the thick fog. Our spirits were high as much of our clothing and camping equipment had dried out in the warmth of our vehicles. Rather than abandoning the trip even though more rain was forecast, Ian and Gunther worked out an alternative route to get to the Humphrey River. The key short cut route involved traversing the Water Spur Track – only about 7 kms, but one which neither Ian nor Gunther were familiar. The short cut proved to be short in distance but long in time. The track was quite steep in places and together with all the rain, was very slippery. Ian out the front as trip leader at one point slid partly off the track, which necessitated the use of Maxtrax’s to get the vehicle back on track - so to speak. (The Water Spur Track has since been listed by Parks Victoria for early closure). Ian’s two young companions naturally thought all the mud was great fun even if nobody else did. By the time we exited the Water Spur Track it was almost dark and the Humphrey River Hut beckoned. Unfortunately, the hut was already occupied by some hunters with (illegal) dogs. We had to back track but found a great campsite beside the Humphrey River. We made camp in the dark but at least it was not raining, and once again we had a great campfire complemented with marshmellows. Day 3: Once again we awoke at 5.00am with rain pounding down on our tents, and we knew that this time there would be no let up. Yet another hunter turned up at our campsite to warn of hound dogs (legal this time) and the use of firearms by a number of his friends in the area. We packed up in pouring rain, this time there was no protest about abandoning the trip as all the tents, and many of our clothes were sopping wet. Ian worked out the shortest and safest route home. Wonnangatta was the chosen route, which greatly pleased Logan and John who had never seen the Wonnangatta Valley. By the time the convoy got there around lunchtime the sun was out so spirits were high. Along the route and in the Valley itself we encountered many deer hunters but not any deer. The two young boys were entertained by the muddy tracks, puddles and numerous water crossings. After lunch and a two-hour climb up Zeka Spur, we reinflated tyres. Gunther decided to stay overnight beside the Howitt Hut whilst the rest of the convoy headed home. At least most of the mud washed off the vehicles in the heavy rain we encountered for much of the journey when the black top was reached. Despite the rain, everyone had a really great time and enjoyed one another’s company.
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TRIPS
M T H O W I T T - 2 N D I&P 3 R D M A Y, 2 0 1 5
Trip Leader: James Clark Convoy: Joe Carpenzano Robert & Alison Garry Sonnberger Paul Hawdon and Matt Lilly
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fter a cold overnight stop at Sheepyard Flat our last participants arrived from an early start in Melbourne. We had our briefing and headed off at about 8.30am following convoy procedure along the dirt highway around that area before we got to some low range sections. We had a brief stop at Bluff Hut for a look and continued on to Lovicks Hut (5th incarnation I think someone said) where we stopped for morning tea. Tony and Nan Middleditch were there as well plus another larger convoy of Nissans. Then it was off to some more challenging tracks and Howitt Hut for our lunch stop. Some great country along the way, particularly at the appropriately named spot "Picture Point". The next section of 4wding was along the Caledonia River Track. This had a few more challenges with rocky ledges and small drops. Several river crossings along the way and we made camp at 3:30 by the Caledonia river and settled in for a pleasant evening. Saturday night we slept in one of the larger camp spots in the Caledonia Valley. It
was very peaceful and surreal. Garry Sonnberger (2091) The following morning we were all packed up and ready to go by 8:30am. James went over the formalities for the day, and the next thing we were in our trucks ducking and weaving around bog holes all the while meandering our way down the Caledonia River Track towards Butcher Country Track. James pre- warned us about the climb and he was true to his word. It was a decent climb in Low 2. When we reached the top, we continued following Butcher Country Track which was equally challenging. It seemed that the tracks today were more challenging than the tracks we took yesterday but the scenery was equally picturesque and this made morning tea again enjoyable. As we descended the Butcher Country Track, we turned left onto the Macalister River Track. This track provided us with some enjoyable river crossings which helped clean the underneath of our vehicles. From here, we turned right onto Black Soil Track and headed up to the heavens again to have lunch in a wellmaintained grassed area with magnificent views. After a well- deserved long lunch, we headed down to Bull Plain Road and made our way to Licola General Store where we aired up our tyres and some of us bought ice creams. We then farewelled each other and pointed the nose of our vehicles towards Melbourne and headed home. Thanks to everyone for helping to make this a fantastic weekend and especially to James for organising the trip. Joe Carpenzano (2135)
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TRAINING Date June 13/14
C O M I N G T R A I N IINPG O P P O R T U N I T I E S Training / Activity Topic
Location
Facilitator
Chainsaw (subject to numbers) 3 spaces left
Yarck
Sure Track Training (Contact Matt Lilley)
The Cookout
Yarck
Hari Maragos
Yarck
Tony Middleditch
Yarck
Tony Middleditch
Aug 14/15/16
Sept 5th (1 day
Sept 6th (1/2 day)
Sept 12/13
Communications (Radio, Sat Phone, Spot)
Vehicle trip prep (packing & pre trip inspection)
Mapping
Yarck
Paul Howden (Tracks) & Jeff Gazzard
Oct 3/4
Bush craft Basic Camping Skills
Yarck
Paul Howden (Tracks)
Oct 17/18
Trip meal preparation, Cooking & Bush mechanic weekend
Yarck
Liz Mills / Brad Schafer
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TRAINING
C O M I N G T R A I N IINPG O P P O R T U N I T I E S
CHAINSAW COURSE
12-14th June, 2015
The TLCCV 2015 chainsaw course will be held at the Yarck property on the weekend of Friday 12th – Sunday 14th June. The theory session will start promptly at 7:00pm so you will need to arrive beforehand and get your camp set up. Saturday morning will consist with the maintenance module and will be done under the covered area at the rear of the hut (please keep that in mind if setting swags up in that area). Saturday afternoon and Sunday we will be out cutting, looking to finish around 2:00pm – 3:00pm Sunday. The training delivered will produce a nationally recognised certificate that will enable you to cut fallen wood on the Club property and clear wood from tracks on DSE land. (Note: this is not a tree felling course). The trainer has also recommended that you use premium fuel and carry enough fuel and bar oil for the whole weekend. Cost is $250 per person to be paid to TLCCV by the 1st June. (The Treasurer will track payments and confirm when payment has cleared). You will require: • 1 x chainsaw in good working order per person. • Minimum 10 litres fuel and enough bar oil for the weekend. • Chaps / cut proof pants. • Safety helmet. • Leather, steel-capped boots (the trainer will accept composite safety boots, however he stressed that steel-capped boots will stop the chain if it hits your toes). • Face shield or goggles or safety glasses. • Hearing protection e.g ear muffs or plugs. • Fitted clothing – no loose items. • Gloves. • All your regular gear for camping at Yarck (wet weather / warm clothing and food). To apply for your spot on this course, please email the Training Coordinator at: training@tlccv.com.au with the completed training application form: http://www.tlccv.com.au/forms/TLCCV-Training%20Application-2013-08.pdf Once I have received the completed training application form and the Club has received the training fee, your position will be locked in. Any outstanding fees after the 1st June will cause you to lose your place. As you can appreciate the trainer has to have firm numbers so he can organize equipment and trainers to run the course. Matt Lilley (2598) TRAINING COORDINATOR CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS - 1st JUNE, 2015
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NEWS
C O M I N G IEPV E N T S
TRIP PLANNNG/CAMP COOKING BUSH MECHANICS/LED LIGHTING /SOLAR PANELS O C T O B E R 1 7 T H / 1 8 T H - YA R C K
Liz Mills
Brad Schaffer
Saturday 9.30am start:
PLANNING A WEEKEND OR EXTENDED OUTBACK TRIP? This two day course is designed to give tips and ideas on catering and packing plus cooking on hot coals, all to make your trip more fun. PRIZES TO BE WON
DO YOU KNOW? Solar panels and what size do I need? Are LEDs good and do I need them? What spare parts and tools do I take on a trip? What to look at on your 4WD before going away? Sunday 10am start: Have fun using your new skills for a "Scone Cook Off" DVD for kids on Saturday evening
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PRODUCTS
ARB INTRODUCES SUMMIT PROTECTION RANGE ARB has introduced the ARB Summit, the next generation of vehicle protection sysems for modern four wheel drive vehicles. As consumer demand for a greater level of vehicle integration from aftermarket accessories continues to grow, ARB is addressing this concern with the introduction of Summit. Comprising a full range of protection systems, including front, rear and side protective options, ARB Summit was developed and styled to provide a modern interpretation of the renowned ARB protection range that would complement modern dual cab and wagon vehicles through a fresh, contemporary design language. Building upon our proven air bag compatible bull bar mounting architecture, the Summit bull bar is the first product in the new range. Unique design elements include the 30mm edge radius on the wings and centre pan, wider press formed
cover straps, 60.3mm top frame tubing, two piece polyethylene buffers and redesigned fog light surrounds, to name a few. Provided as standard, the high output LED indicator and clearance lights provide a distinctive on road presence with long service life. With twin aerial tabs and driving light mounting provisions, the Summit bull bar provides an ideal platform for additional vehicle accessorisation. In the interest of improving usability, the Summit bull bar removes the need for winch clutch cut outs in the top pan of the bar, replaced by an easy to use access port integrated directly into the front grille section. The Summit bar accepts a range of Warn, Magnum, Bushranger and Smittybilt winches up to 10,000lbs and is the first model to include an integrated control box mount to conceal winch electrics behind the bar. This further enhances air flow to the vehicle, while protecting the control box from damage off road.
Summitâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attention to detail continues throughout, with the inclusion of a patented side rail attachment system that couples the bull bar and larger 60.3mm side rail tubing securely without any visible fixation. A reinforced Nylon cover sleeve protects the attachment system and provides a higher level of aesthetic finish. An all new anodised aluminium tread plate makes entering and exiting the vehicle safer and aids traction in inclement conditions. Adding to the overall visual aesthetics of the Summit range is the use of synchro pulse controlled welding. The system controls the current pulse so only a single droplet of filler metal is detached each time, resulting in a virtually spatter free weld that offers seam quality in line with that of the TIG process The Summit bull bar and side rails and protection steps are currently available for the Ford Ranger PX (2011 on). Additional vehicle applications will follow. www.arb.com.au
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YA R C K
BUSHFIRE PLAN
The Toyota Land Cruiser Club does not recommend a “Stay and Defend” plan. Infrastructure on the property can be replaced. FIRE DANGER PERIOD [November – May] It is members’ responsibility to listen to radio news reports each evening during the Fire Danger Period for advice on the possibility of fires. Also be up to date with any declaration of Total Fire Ban Days. Yarck is in the NORTH CENTRAL FIRE BAN DISTRICT-149 Rennies Lane, GOBUR It is recommended that members leave the property the day before a declared Total Fire Ban day or very early in the morning of a Total Fire Ban day Members should not go to the property during any Total Fire Ban day. EVACUATION Those present will select one person from their number to take charge, The issue of evacuation during an emergency must be addressed early in the planning. Evacuation can be extremely dangerous unless it takes place well in advance of the fire hazard entering the general area of the camp. Roads may be blocked with fallen timber and visibility reduced by thick smoke. Increased pressures on emergency services may make it difficult for them to render assistance.
Evacuation should only be done via the main access track to Rennies Lane and the Gobur –Yarck Road. REFUGE There are NO bushfire proof shelters on the property. If a fire incident occurs and members cannot leave the property, then the Hut could possibly be used as a “safer place” to provide protection from radiant heat. It should be made as fire safe as is practical. Wet towels to be placed under doors to prevent embers entering. There is running water inside; there are knapsacks and fire extinguishers. Other equipment to have on hand should include. A battery operated am/fm radio and P2 filter masks. UHF radios left on – mobile phones – torches – first aid kits – drinking fluids. Clothing - it is advisable to have long trousers, long sleeved shirt and sturdy footwear. Gloves and hat are also useful. The wearing of shorts, dresses, thongs or any synthetic fabrics is totally unsuitable. Be prepared for smoke and embers that may enter the building. After the fire front has passed check outside and extinguish any burning embers or fires around the hut. All vehicles should be parked on bare ground, facing towards the exit with all doors and windows closed and keys in
the ignition. DO NOT BLOCK OFF ANY ACCESS TRACKS. Alarm, A distinctive alarm signal should be used, a simple manual device such as the triangle hanging in the tree outside the hut or the electronic device near the radios in the hut. Panic. This is something that can well be done without. Anyone showing signs of panic should be kept under some form of supervision, and provided with reassurance and prevented from doing anything rash. COMMUNICATION and CONTACTS • Phone: 1800 240 667 for Bushfire information. • 000 only to report a fire. • Alexandra Fire Station Phone 0357721855 • Yarck Fire Captain Phone 0357734334. Mobile: 0439 656 913. • ABC radio AM band 774 • Local Radio Station (Alexandra) UGFM 106.9 (an official emergency broadcaster) • GPS coordinates (six figure grid) of the Hilton. • Websites www.abc.net.au/news/emergency www.cfa.vic.gov.au A Bushfire Survival Kit is located on the notice board behind the hut door. It is available for members to read and return it.
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