TAUPO
Coming Events for Taupo VCC 2024
SEPTEMBER
Sunday 1st Breakfast at Café Lacus, 8.30 am
Wednesday 11th Club Night: Ten Pin Bowling 6.00 pm
Sunday 15th
Club Run: Breakfast Run – depart from Lacus Cafe, The Landing. Breakfast from 8.00am (see note page 26)
Monday 16th Committee Meeting 5.30 pm
Wednesday 18th Petrolheads Coffee and Cars, 10.00 am
OCTOBER
Tuesday 1st Age Concern – Morning Tea at our Clubrooms & car rides
Sunday 6th Breakfast at Café Lacus, 8.30 am
Wednesday 9th Club Night: Movie Night – “The Italian Job” (1969)
Wednesday 16th Petrolheads Coffee and Cars, 10.00 am
Sunday 20th
Club Run: Chairman’s Run
Monday 21st Committee Meeting 5.30 pm
PETROLHEADS
The September coffee morning will be on Wednesday the 18th at 10 am
All meet at Cafe Lacus, 650 Lake Terrace Wharewaka. The Landing. See you there! Thanks and Regards, Barry.
Club Breakfast - First Sunday of each month At Café Lacus at the Landing 650 Lake Terrace, Wharewaka, Taupō. Special menu for Club Members. IMPORTANT: Please let Owen know by 3pm Friday if you will be there: 07 378 8327. Please be seated by 8:30 am.
Taupo Vintage Car Club Officers
Taupo Vintage Car Club, PO Box 907, Taupo 3351
PATRON Graham Mock
HONORARY LIFE MEMBERS Bob Pettigrew • Graham Mock • Joe Ridley • Eric Foley • Maureen Ransley
CHAIRMAN
SECRETARY
TREASURER
CLUB CAPTAIN
MAGAZINE EDITOR
COMMITTEE
Murray Stanley 021 352 333
Maureen Ransley 07 3776360
Eric Foley
07 378 7006 chairman@taupovcc.org
Elaine Taylor 027 232 4792 secretary@taupovcc.org
John Searle 027 703 6374 treasurer@taupovcc.org
TBA
Dean Packwood editor@taupovcc.org
Peter Lockie 027 839 4296
Andrew Birkbeck 021 026 32124
Non COMMITTEE POSITIONS
ARCHIVISTS
BEADED WHEELS BRANCH REPORTER
HIRE
June & Graham Mock 07 378 7513
Eric Foley 07 378 7006 LIBRARIAN
RALLY SPONSOR
SPARE PARTS
CLUBROOMS CUSTODIAN
VIC CERTIFIERS
Taupo Brake and Clutch 07 378 7429
Tony Mannington 07 377 1598
Owen Duncan 07 378 8327
Kelvin Trim 07 378 9055
Barry Hoffman 027 443 5479
Printed Mag Available
Printed copies of our monthly magazine, Taupo Torque, are now available from Copy Solutions in Taupo!
We email the magazine to Copy Solutions each month, so if you would like a copy, you can visit Copy Solutions in Taupo and purchase one of the following 3 options:
Black and White A5 Booklet
Printing Tips
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Mid Winter Pot Luck Dinner
Our yearly Mid Winter Pot Luck Dinner was again most successful, with a group of 30 enjoying a delicious meal, amongst excellent company.
Murray Hutton our Master Chef for the night, capably sliced and presented a delicious ham to add to the feast. This was donated by the committee.
Thank you members who joined us, providing as always a varied selection of homely, scrumptious meals.
TAUPO VINTAGE CAR CLUB
supporting the Taupo Cancer Society
by Heather Duncan
Sunday’s fundraising efforts for the Taupō Cancer Society were well supported again this year by our members, friends and families, and the hot rod club. The car entry fee to the show and shine, plus the raffle, netted the Society $568.40, and when banked, that amount will be generously matched by the ANZ Bank, so a net gain of $1136.80. A great result. Maurice Gianotti, our Taupō Cancer Society representative who supported us on the day, was very pleased with the result.
Many thanks to all those who volunteered their time (in whatever form), arrived early and helped run the day. You know who you all are and I won’t start naming you for fear of leaving someone out. So, pat yourselves on the back. A special thank you for Timeless Taupō for their advertising on their radio channel. I didn’t hear their ads but believe they were every hour. A thank you from the club will be going to them.
This year we did not advertise in the newspaper. As many of you would know, Taupō Times has been taken over by the Herald, and for them, it was a moneymaking exercise to support us, and last year‘s advertising cost the club quite dearly. This year, we used social media via our Facebook page, word of mouth, emails to our members, and flyers, which some of you put out and about in the community. I feel this worked well for no cost. One chap turned up after seeing our event on Facebook and then saw Elaine in her Hillman coming to the clubrooms. He turned up and donated $20.00 and left as he had something else to attend.
We easily had over forty cars come along to the show and shine and it was great to see such a diverse range. The weather was kind and it stayed fine and wasn’t too cold. Even the wind stayed away. It was great to see everyone standing around chatting and mingling.
The raffle was drawn prior to our run, and was one by one of our members – Lynette Doree. Congratulations.
Around 13 cars participated in the drive to Licorice Café. The rally sheets were not marked as it was all for fun, but one sheet shown to me from Gillian Curly was one hundred percent correct. I hope everyone enjoyed this portion of the day with the further chatter, coffee, and lunch.
All in all, a great day. Thank you, everyone, for your support, your generosity, and commitment. As Peter Lockie said, ‘… Every one of us has been touched by cancer in some form or another.’
Heather
I had to get a photo of this beast, it reminded me of my boys. Trish managed to make them pay extra.
A great time had by all chatting away and catching up.
Our ladies did an amazing job to ensure everyone contributed on the day and got a daffodil.
The carpark was full!
Maurice looking after the table.
Best dressed car by the Manningtons. Amazing job guys.
New Editions for Barry Hoffman
A walk past Barry’s garage last week revealed two new projects.
Sitting in one corner...... is a 1928 Austin 7 Chummy, which has been off the road since 1987. It looks like rather a big job ahead.
And in the opposite corner......there is a MG TC which is already a work in progress. It is receiving a “Barry Once over Twice” recondition, after 7 years off the road.
WATCH THIS SPACE!
I may have to increase my number of walks along that particular route now.
Maureen
The Embroiderer’s Guild
of Taupo’s 40th Anniversary
by Maureen Ransley
Early in August, our members were invited to join the Taupo Embroiderer’s Guild to celebrate their 40th year together in our clubrooms.
Graham Mock, our Club Patron, clearly remembers the day Val Moore and Jan Watkins (both Embroiderers and VCC members) approached the committee with a request to hire the clubrooms
Forty years on, this lovely celebration was held. Elaine, Heather, and June Mock joined me for a most enjoyable afternoon, meeting past and present members. It was a relaxed mixture of shared memories, formalities, and presentations, together with an ongoing delicious High Tea.
Displays of beautiful stitchwork, which included a Wall Hanging representing significant places in Taupo (even our clubrooms and a vintage car), were an added highlight to a very special event.
Maureen Ransley
Art Corner
www.donpackwood.co.nz
“La Tavolaccia” Martina Franca, Italy. Original oil on canvas, by NZ Artist, Don Packwood
Club merchandise available on Club Nights.
Baseball Cap - $16.50
Polo Shirt - $38.50
Bucket Hat - $17.80
Fleece Jacket - $59.00
Club Lapel Badges and Car Stickers
We have most stock available at the club rooms.
Our fully equipped modern workshop facility offers a reliable, accurate and affordable solution to all your reconditioning and machining needs. Includes high performance race/street, general automotive, motorcycle, marine, light and heavy diesel and industrial.
We offer extremely quick turn around times and can pick-up or deliver if required
Brian Henson / Scott Murray Unit 6 / 465 Broadlands Road Rotokawa, Taupō 3378
Ph; 3773570 Fax; 07 3773572
Email; Engines@hmltd.co.nz
If your car's interior needs some love, reach out to us! We'll be happy to help!
Faded or worn leather/vinyl seats, Damaged leather steering wheel, Scratched dashboard or door panels, Cracked vinyl armrest and shifter.
As an alternative to replacing, Fibrenew can repair & make it look great again.
Don't replace, renew with Fibrenew!
DEAN WILLS
FIBRENEW BAY OF PLENTY
Locally owned and operated
Based in Taupo
Ph: 021 215 6889
Email: bayofplenty@fibrenew.co.nz
Web: www.fibrenew.co.nz
Rob Sinclair
SOUTH WAIKATO V.C.C. INC
OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
Irish Women’s Rally
Saturday/Sunday 8th & 9th March 2025
A non -competitive rally into the back country. Mainly backroads, gravel and farm tracks can be expected.
Entry to cars before 1931 only. Please note: 30 cars only on a basis of first in first served.
Name of Entrant:
Address: _ _____
Phone no.____________ Mobile:____________________________
Year and make of vehicle:__________________________
Entrants VCC Branch:
Number attending & Email
• Entry fee per vehicle $70:00) Maximum of 30 cars, first in first. served
• NO fuelstop is available on this trip.
• A support vehicle will come along
• FIRE EXTINGUISHERS: Compulsory in all cars.
Please post to: South Waikato Vintage Car Club P.O. Box 403, Tokoroa 3444
By 1st March 2024 Or
PROGRAMME :
• Start at Wharepapa South School 08:30 Hrs: sharp Briefing
• 09:00 Hrs: Cars leave designated start area in convoy. At completion of run we return to the school grounds. (approx. 4 pm on Saturday and between 2 and 3 pm on Sunday)
RALLY COST :
• Entry fee $70 $...............
• Saturday lunch/person $15 $...............
• Saturday dinner/person $40 $..............
• Sunday lunch/person $15 $..............
• Continental Breakfast $10 $.............. Saturday/Sunday
• Byo drinks
Total $..............
Meals non-refundable after March 2nd 2024
Accommodation:
Various motels in Kihikihi or Te Awamutu(20 minutes away)
Various B and B in the surrounding areas. Bryces Rock climbing Lodge (limited) 078722533 Tents and campervans can be parked in the Schoolground
For a nominal fee of $10 per person. Pool or cold showers and toilet available.
For more information contact: Pieter Ebeling on 0274845071 ebelingfamily@farmside.co.nz
Or Trevor Appleby on 02102711049
Club Captain’s TOUR SOUTH ISLAND
Friday 11 April – Friday 18 April 2025
TOUR ITINERARY
Friday 11th: Arrive Dunedin
Saturday 12th: Dunedin to Gore
Sunday 13th: Gore to Te Anau, or Gore to Te Anau via the George Begg Festival at Teretonga Park (as an option)
Monday 14th: Te Anau –Tourist attractions and run to Milford for those that wish
Tuesday 15th: Te Anau to Alexandra
Closing date for entries 15 March 2025
Wednesday 16th: Alexandra to Twizel
Thursday 17th: Twizel to Methven
Friday 18th: Methven to Christchurch (This is registration day for the South Island Easter Rally based in Christchurch)
All touring routes will be sealed with alternative gravel sections for those that would like to use them.
For entry form and accommodation details please email Mark Wilkinson at sicc@vcc.org.nz
2025 South Island Club Captain ’s Tour
Welcome to our first tour. We hope you will enjoy your time with us and take in the scenery along the way.
There are two routes - tar seal (by request) or mix of seal & gravel for those of you who wish a little more adventure. These will be noted in the rally instructions which you will pick up at registration on the first night in Dunedin.
While we would love you to join us for the whole tour, you can join or leave at any stage –please note this on the entry form.
Please bring your Thermos and picnic chairs, there will be times when there is need for a coffee break and there may not be a café in sight. A tow rope maybe handy in the event of a breakdown.
We have possession of the wooden spoon used on previous events and it is eager to be of assistance during happy hour for anybody silly enough to be putting their head at the wrong time. Happy hour is important as it allows us to catch up at the end of the day as well as getting the low down for the next day. Along with happy hour we will also have a short briefing at the start of each day’s motoring to confirm the route you plan to go on that day. Please let us know the night before if you plan to leave at an earlier time.
Our noggin on Friday 11th April will be at Otago VCC Clubrooms, 125 Forbury Road, Dunedin at 6.30pm for registration and finger food dinner.
Should you need to contact us at any stage, my cell phone number is 021 168 6068 and Nicola’s 021 180 3225.
Mark
2025 South Island Club Captain ’s Tour –Accommodation List Accommodation highlighted in bold is where Nicola and I will be staying and, in some instances, we have arranged a deal with that particular provider. They are close to the venue for the noggin & natter at night and /or the start venue for the following day. If choosing this provider, you will need to contact them direct by 15 th November 2024 and provide the quote for that provide r after which the rooms will be released to the general public. Other accommodation listed is for your convenience only –no contact has been made with th ese pr oviders and you are welcome to make alternative arrangements to suit your individual need s. Ladies –you may w ish to travel with a ha irdryer as Nicola has c hecked and some of the p roviders have limited supply.
Taupo VCC 2024 Event Calendar
(subject to change)
September 2024
Sunday 1st of September
Wednesday 11th of Sept.
Sunday 15th of September
Monday 16th of September
Wednesday 18th of September
October 2024
Tuesday 1st of October.
Sunday 6th of October
Wednesday 9th of October
Wednesday 16th of October
Sunday 20th of October
Monday 21st of October
. Breakfast at Café Lacus, 8.30 am
Club Night: Ten Pin Bowling 6.00 pm
. Club Run: Breakfast Run – Lacus Cafe, The Landing, 8.00am
Committee Meeting 5.30 pm
. Petrolheads Coffee and Cars, 10.00 am
. Age Concern – Morning Tea at our Clubrooms & car rides
Breakfast at Café Lacus, 8.30 am
. Club Night: Movie Night – “The Italian Job” (1969)
. Petrolheads Coffee and Cars, 10.00 am
Club Run: Chairman’s Run
Committee Meeting 5.30 pm
Taupo VCC Breakfast Club Run. Sunday 15th of Sept 2024.
Please note change of venue for our annual Breakfast Run.
The Taupo VCC committee will NOT be serving Breakfast at the Clubrooms for this years annual Breakfast Run.
The 2024 annual Breakfast Run will be from the Lacus Cafe, The Landing.
Early bird Breakfast will be served from 8.00 am, until 9.00am, but please remember our Run is scheduled to start at approximately 9.30, so allow time for your Breakfast or your coffee hit. The Lacus Cafe is running the same deal as our 1st Sunday of month breakfast’s. $16.00 includes, Hot drink, Bacon & eggs or Mince on toast.
The Run will leave from the Landing and is planned to take approximately 1 hour, finishing at the Clubrooms for some prizes, and morning tea will be served. If breakfast is not your thing , but you wish to do the Run, turn up by 9.30am.
To help with morning tea catering, we ask everyone to bring something to share.
Your instructions for your return trip to the Clubrooms/morning tea will be handed out by Elaine at 9.30am.
Book yourself a spot at the Breakfast table by Texting Tony and Pam on 027-4942445 by Thursday the 12th of September 2024.
Taupo Vintage Car Club Hickling Park, AC Baths Ave, Taupo. PO Box 907, Taupo 3351
Taupo Torque is also available online with other VCC magazines via the online digital publisher Issuu. https://issuu.com/vintagecarclubofnewzealand
