Heard of the saying 'Give a busy Man a job?' Very appropriate what with an interesting and varied workload with all things VCC of late. I remember one of Bruce McLaren's mechanics telling me that Bruce had a sign on his office door which read - 'B. McLaren. Manager. Don't knock - There's not that sort of time!' Now I understand...
The reasons for the fairly frenetic pace has been manyfold during the past month. Your hard working committee knew that they had a fair amount on their plates for the month of August and thankfully we were pretty organised. The high level of energy output at first was related to hosting the VCC AGM. This was a big job associated with a steep learning curve for many of us - but we delivered and the feed back from the 'Powers That Be' was excellent. On that note a big 'Thanks' to the hard working AGM Committee and many others in our branch who displayed cars, delivered stuff and participated in the great conviviality evident at our Club Rooms at the completion of the formal part of the AGM.
No sooner had we finished with the AGM it was then hammer down to make this years' Daffodil Rally For Cancer' really fly - and it did! A great end result what with 200 cars turning up, 9 marque car clubs in evidence, rocker cover racing, food to Africa and what looks to be a magnificent cash tally of donations. Once again a Team effort and when everyone does work as a Team - good things happen! Hats off again to the Local Coordinators Raewyn and Trevor Hughes and not forgetting National Coordinator Kaaren Smylie.
The sharp eyed readers will notice that there's some changes in the Klaxon with regards to the list of Committee Members and those performing various other roles. This has come about by a recent bereavement and also some officers who have suudenly elected to move on. It's my duty to make sure that the train stays on the tracks and juggling with staff lists is not new to me. All I want at the end of the day for all of us is a dynamic and dedicated Team who work together well and enjoy what they do. If that's addressed everything else becomes easy and on that note it appears that Cruise Mode can be activated for a while to let people get their breath back.
I'll wave you Good Bye' now for a couple of months. Europe beckons and as always there'll be some car stuff involved. I'll probably have to buy another suit case for car parts over there as usual...
Donn White
Chairman
We extend a warm welcome to the following new Members—
Robert Steele Email robert,s1@xtra.co.nz Ph 0274 977 836
Robert has a:- 930 Ford Model A Saloon
Anthony Goddard Email anthony@commelec.co.nz Ph 027 212 1161
Anthony has a:- 1971 VW Type 3 station Wagon and a 1963 Chevrolet C10
David Haycock Email davidhaycock66@gmail.com Ph 0274 997 957
David has a:- 1937 Chevrolet Flat Deck Truck SA Series 30 (Ex Bob Hyslop}
Frank Fox Phone - 027 3336 766 Email - francievfox@gmail.com
Frank has a 1970 Ford Zephyr Mk 4
Graeme Philip Phone - 027 2443 115 Email - makeitsew16@gmail.com
Graeme does not have a car listed
August Club Night LONG SERVICE RECIPIENTS
35 Years - Margaret Goldsmith, and Peter Lawn
60 years - Bill Janes Life Membership Award to Morrie Nottle
50 years - Murray Sutton
VETERAN RALLY 2024
TO: All owners of Veteran and ‘Rear Wheel Braked Vintage Vehicles’.
VENUE:450 O’ Regan Rd Ohaupo WHEN: Saturday 9th November 2024
TIME: First car away at 10.00am sharp
DRESS:Period clothing to match the era of your vehicle is encouraged
RSVP: To Rally secretary by the 31st October 2024
By Order of the High Court of Veteran Motoring
WAIKATO BRANCH OF THE VINTAGE CAR CLUB (NZ) INC.
General Information
The Waikato Branch of the VCC NZ cordially invite you to partici-pate in this year’s Veteran Rally to be held on Saturday the 9th Nov 2024 The rally is based on sealed roads. Both a short route and a long route will be offered for both the morning and afternoon runs. For example the short route morning run will be 30 miles plus, easy going. The long route will be 50 miles, both easy going.
The rally will start and finish at 450 O’Regan Rd Ohaupo.
Please park your modern and trailer where directed near the start
Be ready for briefing at 9.45 for a 10am start.
Morning and afternoon tea will be available at the start and the fin-ish. Lunch is BYO, including your preferred drink, or you can pur-chase from a choice of options near the lunch stop. Lunch will be followed by a tour of the location of interest before the afternoon run back to the starting point
Toilets are located at the start and the finish and at the lunch stop
Post rally formalities will be followed by an inspection of the hosts projects in the workshop for those interested
A back-up vehicle will be provided.
Please wear your club badges
“Creativity is contagious. Pass it on”. - Albert Einstein
My wife and I started role-playing in the bedroom. Her favorite is The Sexy Librarian where I have to sit quietly while she reads a book.
When I was in elementary school we learned about a shape called a rhombus and that was the last time I ever heard about that shape.
My wife and I decided to never go to bed angry. We've been awake since Tuesday.
Someone just gave me half a peace sign. Weird.
Growing up, we knew Dad had had enough when we heard the recliner slam down. Kids these days will never know that fear.
My wife said: "That's the 4th time you've gone back for dessert! Doesn't it embarrass you?" I said: "No, I keep telling them it's for you.”
She said she missed me. Normally that would be good but she's reloading.
Being old is when you don't care where your spouse goes, just as long as you don't have to go too.
I met my wife at a singles night. I was surprised because I thought she was home with the kids.
I want someone I can share my entire life with who will leave me alone most of the time.
Yesterday I bought a world map, gave my wife a dart, and said, "Throw this and wherever it lands, I will take you on vacation." We're spending 3 weeks behind the fridge.
As I walk through the valley of the Shadow of Death, I remind myself that you can't always trust Google Maps.
HUMOUR
Mecon Limited Laser-Prep
Cleaning with out chemicals or abrasives, it is an eco friendly and cost effective way compared to other methods such as media blasting or paint stripping.
It can remove light rust off delicate car/engine parts. It will easily clean a metal head gasket previously impossible with conventional cleaning methods.
Benefits are - no harsh chemicals, no abrasives, no expensive set up cost (as with media blasting), no loud noises during the process, no hazards as with high pressure equipment, very precise cleaning and no clean up cost!
This cleaning can be done in your garage if required as it is plug and play! Cost is dependant on size of job and location (if it cannot be delivered to us)
For applications on Mould, Welds and pre-welds, Food manufacturing stainless steel, Delicate Machine parts etc.
RALLY INFORMATION:
The Scenic Tour of the King Country is an informal rally through the roads of the King Country, we have some questions for you to answer along the way and along with silent checks.
You will travel over a mixture of gravel and tarseal roads. Journeying through country North and South of Taumarunui, stopping for lunch at Ngakonui Valley School and then heading back through Taumarunui where you can get petrol if necessary. The route is approximately 180km long.
The event is open to members of the Vintage Car Club of New Zealand.
The Road code must be obeyed at all times. One person in each vehicle must be a member of the Vintage Car Club of New Zealand and may be called upon to show their current membership card.
The Driver must hold a valid driver’s licence and may be required to show this document.
No entries will be accepted after closing date due to catering requirements.
In event of a dispute, the decision of the Rally Organising Committee shall be final.
A back-up vehicle carrying petrol and water will follow the route.
Electronic navigation aids are not to be used during this event.
PROGRAMME
Saturday 12th October 9.00a.m. MeetattheCarpark (OppositethePostOfficeinMiriamaStreet) (Rally Pack will be given out)
9.15 a.m. Welcome briefing 9.30a.m
First vehicle departs. Lunch provided by Ngakonui Valley School PTA.
Afternoon tea at conclusion of Rally at clubrooms.
6.00 p.m. Pre-dinner drinks at the Taumarunui RSA, 10 Miriama St.
7.00 p.m. Dinner and prize giving upstairs at RSA.
Contacts
Prizes:
There are no set Rally classes. Classes will be determined on vehicle entries.
Prizes, which have been donated from our local businesses, will be awarded.
We will also have a raffle for sale.
Accommodation:
Twin River Motel - Are offering 7% off their standard rate and are holding rooms for VCC members.
Make sure you mention you are attending our Rally for discount. 078958063
Rally Organisers: Wayne and Julie Gilbert & Campbell Wright.
Rally Secretary: Jacki Sinclair, 0277791166
Postal Address: 936 Taringamotu Rd, RD 4, Taumarunui
BOP
VIC Application forms
PLEASENOTE:The application form for a Vehicle Identity Card has changed from a 7 page application to 15 pages. The extra pages relate to explanations regarding whether you receive a “DOMAS” or a “VIC”, depending on the state of the Vehicle at the time of the application. Go to wwww.vcc.org.nz, and in the panel on the LHS is the option “RESOURCES/ DOWNLOAD” accessing that will show “VIC Application”. Print the required pages and note the requirements for the photos.
It is suggested that you complete all the pages and then contact either RON ELTON - 07 5799621 or GEORGE HOWARD 020 40427624 beforesending the photos to Nat. Office Christchurch. This is to ensure the photos are as required and don’t get there before the paperwork, which in almost all cases has to be checked against the vehicle to make sure there aren’t any errors. Either of the VIC Officers are there to assist not hinder!
HUMOUR
Invitation to the DGD -
Distinguished Gentleman's Drive in Tauranga
On Sunday 29th September, we warmly invite club members to register for the drive for cars older than 40 years old.
HOW IT WORKS:
On the same day, thousands of drivers around the world start their engines to drive for a very good cause.
Each local event is organized by passionate volunteers, (Roger and I in Tauranga) with the united goal of raising funds and awareness for men's health for our charity partner, Movember.
Drivers register on the Gentleman's Drive website https://www.gentlemansdrive.com/ and are encouraged to create their profile to share amongst their family and friends with the goal of raising funds and awareness for prostate cancer and men's mental health.
Once registered, Drivers receive their private drive information for their local event in Tauranga, taking place on Sunday, September 29th 2024 to celebrate their fundraising achievements. This is where drivers connect with their fellow DGD participants at the start and end location, with a fantastic drive in between.
Drive details are only accessible after completion of registration.
Vehicle eligibility : for vehicles 40 years or older
Club member next steps:
REGISTER https://www.gentlemansdrive.com/ [1]
FUNDRAISE on your personalised page with friends and family
GET YOUR DAPPER OUTFIT READY https://www.gentlemansdrive.com/dapper [2]
BOP VCC COMMITTEE 2024-2025
CHAIRMAN DONN WHITE 0274 764465
ACTING CHAIRMAN ALASTAIR JONES (GWEN) 07 5761124
SECRETARY MICHAEL THORMAN (JANE) 07 544 4291
ACTINGTREASURER KEITH PERKINS (JANE) 027 5781231
CLUB CAPTAIN
COMMITTEE
KAAREN SMYLIE (JIM) 021 664 341
ALASTAIR JONES (GWEN) 07 576 1124
COMMITTEE BRIAN PRATT (CINDY) 07 5447952
COMMITTEE KAAREN SMYLIE (JIM) 07 576 4180
COMMITTEE ALAN MACKENZIE 027 564 7785.
COMMITTEE GEORGE HOWARD (LYNN) 020 40427624
COMMITTEE DOUG BROWN 021 668117
COMMITTEE KEITH PERKINS (JANE) 027 5781231
COMMITTEE HELEN MEREDITH (GRAHAM) 0276 222667 OTHERELECTEDOFFICERS
PATRON ALASTAIR JONES (GWEN) 07 5761124
HALL HIRE KAAREN SMYLIE (JIM) 021 664341
PARTS SHED JACK ANDERSON (MERILYN) 07 5766346
PROPERTY MANAGER JACK ANDERSON (MERILYN) 07 5766346
Contact is Kaaren Smylie phone 021 664341 or 07 576 4180.
In 2024 at Citz Club in - May, July, Sept, November
2. Papamoa/TePuke– Rain Bar and Restaurant, 30 Gravatt Road, Papamoa
Contact is - Lynn Howard. Phone 020 4042 7624.
In 2024 at Rain Bar in April, June, August, October, December
If your birthday falls in this month please remember it is your turn to provide a plate for supper. Thanks to last months birthday people for their food.
Please remember to wear your name badges to all events. BADGES ARE FREE TO NEW MEMBERS if they need one.
LIBRARY HOURS— The library is open whenever the Club is open. Members wanting to search for or return books should ask a Committee member to open the library. We accept good clean car service manuals, or books that relate to automobile history or travel for our library
PARTS SHED Clean out your sheds and bring those surplus parts down. They may be just what someone else needs Parts shed open most Monday morning. Contacts are Jack 07 5766346 or Colin 027 2629161
