VCC CENTRAL HAWKES BAY THE BLEAT MARCH 2024

MARCH 2024

Branch Editor

joycecalder@gmail.com

CENTRAL HAWKE’S BAY BRANCH of the VINTAGE CAR CLUB of NZ (Inc)

Lamb Country

Branch Email: centralhawkesbay@vcc.org.nz

Club Night

7.30pm

3rd Wednesday of every Month

Dorothy Levitt—Lady Driver—Fastest Girl on Earth

Dorothy Levitt, born Elizabeth Levi in 1882, was a women pioneer racing motorist, yacht racer who broke the water speed record and on two occasions the land speed record. In 1909 she also became an aviator. Dorothy Levitt was a British racing driver and journalist. She was the first British woman racing driver, holder of the world's first water speed record, the women's world land speed record holder, and an author. She was a pioneer of female independence and female motoring and taught Queen Alexandra and the Royal Princesses how to drive. In 1905, she established the record for the longest drive achieved by a lady driver by driving a De DionBouton from London to Liverpool and back over two days, receiving the soubriquets in the press of the Fastest Girl on Earth, and the Champion Lady Motorist of the World.

In 1903

Dorothy Levitt was a 21 year old secretary at Napier and Son, manufacturers of Napier automobiles in London, England. Australian entrepreneur Selwyn Edge, who raced and sold Napier's, reportedly handpicked Dorothy to represent his brand on the racetrack for the publicity. She was described as having "long legs and eyes like pools" so it was no wonder she caught Edge's eye! Dorothy Levitt had never even driven an automobile at the time but she was a keen and fast learner.

Before the year was over she had beaten all of the cars in her class at the races at Southport, England.

Dorothy Levitt at the controls of a 26hp Napier in 1908

Dorothy Levitt—Lady Driver—Fastest Girl on Earth

The following year she competed in the Hereford 1,000 mile marathon. She returned to Southport again in 1904 and won 2 medals. She entered a variety of speed and distance events over the next few years. She set and broke her own women's world speed record ultimately reaching her fastest mark of 96 miles per hour. When Great Britain's first track for auto racing, Brooklands opened in 1907, officials refused to allow women to compete against men there.

There was a fear that an accident involving a woman would suffer severe censure upon the committee for allowing a woman to take part. Automobile racing was evolving from a somewhat genteel amateur sport to a more cut throat professional one. Professional racers had a financial stake in the ban. Some male drivers considered that losing to a woman would deal a blow not only to their egos, but also to their wallets. Women were only welcome at exhibits and speed trials, where they raced against the clock rather than other people. By the time Brooklands had decided to stage a women-only "Ladies' Bracelet Handicap" in 1908, Dorothy had moved on, concentrating on hill climbs and long-distance races in Europe. She was also writing a book about driving for women.

The Woman and the Car was published in 1909 along with other useful information, she advised women drivers to “keep a little mirror handy to occasionally hold up to view what is behind you." This was one of the first introductions to the concept of the rearview mirror. Dorothy certainly earned her title "The Fastest Girl on Earth".

Wednesday 13th March 2024

—The Drowning Girls Waipukurau Little Theatre’s latest production

The Little Theatre has offered CHBVCC a Charity Night on Wednesday 13th March. All that we need to do is sell 50 tickets at $30 00 each to members, friends and interested people. The play is “The Drowning Girls” and is the story of one of the First Serial Killers in Great Britian to be convicted. The format is, we meet at 6.00pm for takeaway food. The Bar will be open and to be seated by 7.15pm to enjoy the show start time at 7.30pm. The club stands to make $750 by selling ALL the tickets, so come along and enjoy the show with good friends.

Losing one wife to drowning in the bath tub is tragic. But losing three? That becomes the story behind the Waipukurau Little Theatre’s latest production, The Drowning Girls, written by Beth Graham, Charlie Tomlinson and Daniela Vlaskalic, an award-winning play with acclaimed productions around the world since its premiere in 2008. The play explores the true story of Bessie Mundy, Alice Burnham and Margaret Lofty. All three were murdered between 1912 and 1914 by the same man, bigamist and serial killer George Joseph Smith. Smith swept the women off their feet, marrying them and convincing them to turn all their worldly possessions over to him and then murdering them in the bathtub The play is described as “morbidly funny”, as the three brides surface from the bathtubs they were drowned in and relive the events leading up to their deaths. When Smith was caught and prosecuted, the case became known as the Brides in the Bath Murders. As well as being widely reported in the media, it was significant in the history of forensic pathology and detection.

Saturday 16th March 2024

—Club Run to a Sheep Dog Trials–OrganisedbyLaurieMalcolmson

Come and enjoy a day out at the Tikokino Sheepdog Trials 1704 Makaroro Road, Tikokino. Off SHW50, not far South of the Tikokino Hotel.

The sheep dog trial secretary said the best viewing time will be between 10 00am and lunch time.

Those coming, please bring your Lunch, Chairs, Umbrellas and plenty of water.

Then after maybe 3 hours or so, we will make our way to the Tikokino Hotel for a lemonade.

Wednesday 20st March 2024 — CHB VCC Dinner and Meeting

To be held at the Takapau and District RSA, Charlotte St, Takapau.

Arrive from 6.00pm—Meal at 6.30pm—Meeting at 7.30pm

$25.00 per person—Eftpos available

Menu: Roast Dinner

2 Roast Meats with lots of roasted veg etc

Dessert: Cheesecake with Ice Cream

Numbers attending must be into Eva by the evening of Sunday 17th March 2024

Please contact Eva 06 858 9105 or 021 170 9978 or nga-oki@xtra.co.nz

No late bookings please

If you have any dietary needs, please advise when you book your meal.

PLEASE NOTE: The CHBVCC branch will make payment for any late dinner cancellations or no shows, then an invoice will be sent to the member/members concerned.

CHB Branch Chairman GaryWeaver

THE HISTORY OF FIRESTONE TIRES

On February 7th 1938, Harvey Samuel Firestone, founder of the American tyre company that bore his name, died at 69 in Miami Beach, Florida.

In 1911, the winner of the inaugural Indianapolis 500 auto race, Ray Harroun, drove a Marmon Wasp equipped with Firestone Tyres. Fifteen years later, Firestone was manufacturing more than 10 million tyres each year, about a quarter of U.S. total tyre output.

Harvey Firestone retired in 1932. In 1988, the Firestone company was acquired by Japan-based Bridgestone Tyres, a leading global manufacturer founded in 1931.

You could say Harvey Firestone reinvented the wheel. Because when he started the Firestone Tire Company, he changed the way we drive. Behind everything he did was a commitment to being ahead of the curve from the invention of non-skid tread to a racing legacy that’s second to none. Today his pioneering spirit can still be found within our company’s strong culture of innovation.

Saturday 6th April 2024—organisedbyNeilandPatMalcolm

CHB VCC Afternoon/Twilight Rally

WAIPUKURAU & BEYOND

Organisers:

Neil & Pat Malcolm 20 Belgrove Place Waipukurau 4200.

Phone: 06 858 5099

Neil 027 457 8945

Pat 027 6374 001

Email: pat.neil2016@gmail.com

Entries Close: 29th MARCH 2024 LATE ENTRIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

The CHB VCC Afternoon/Twilight Rally briefing starts at 2.30pm at Russell Park entrance at the end of St Josephs St ( next to Hockey Turf ) Waipukurau.

The first car away will leave at 2.45 pm. Route map will be handed out following safety briefing. There will be a visit to a licensed venue for soup and buns during the event.

Dinner and Prizegiving will be held at the end of the run in a licensed venue in Central Hawke’s Bay.

You are advised to fuel up before the start. The distance is approximately 120kms.

Due to Daylight Saving, we will be arriving at our dinner destination at twilight. Be prepared, and bring your torch, just in case you have a problem on route.

Regulations for the Event

1. Entrants must be current financial members of the Vintage Car Club of New Zealand or guests of a financial member of the VCC.

2. The event is open to all vehicles as recognized by the club, which must be up to the club’s accepted standards regarding cleanliness, general and mechanical condition. The organiser may refuse to start any vehicle, which in his/her opinion fails to meet that standard. Modern non-competitive vehicles will be accepted as entries.

3. The rally organisers reserve the right to disqualify any entrant whose conduct in his/her opinion is likely to bring discredit to the event or to the club. The ruling regarding any matters in respect of the running of the event will be final and no correspondence will be entered into.

4. The New Zealand Road Code Rules must be obeyed at all times.

5. The organisers reserve the right to add supplementary regulations or instructions at any time during the running of the event.

ENTRY FORM

CHB VCC Afternoon/Twilight—Waipukurau and Beyond

Saturday

6th APRIL, 2024

Entrants name:_________________________________________________

Driver/Entrant:__________________________________________________

Navigator/partner/passenger:______________________________________

Address:________________________________________________________

Phone:_________________________Mobile:__________________________

Email:__________________________________________________________

Vehicle:___________________________________________

Year:_________

Membership number:______________________________________________

Entry Fee:

Soup and Bun

Meal (includes dessert) Per Person $32.00 $_____________

Total = $_____________

Please advise if you have any special dietary requirements (ie Gluten Free) CHB

Please email your Entry Form to:

CHB VCC 2024 Events Calendar

March

Wed 13th

Sat 16th

Little Theatre Charity Night “The Drowning Girls”

Sat 9th

Other District's Events

Wairarapa VCC Stretched Gymkhana at the Masterton Showgrounds.

Tikokino Dog Trials—1704 Makaroro Road0ff HW50, just South of the Tikokino Pub Sun 10th 60th Ruahine Ramble

Wed 20th Dinner and Meeting RSA Takapau 2nd-11th North Island Cub Captain

Sat 16th

15th to 17th

April Sat 6th

Wairarapa VCC Rex Porter Rally, branch's prestige event

HCCNZ Brass Era Hub Rally to be based in Cambridge

29th to 31st Warbirds over Wanaka

Afternoon/Twilight Rally organised by Neil and Pat Malcolm Sat 16th

Wed 17th Dinner and Meeting Venue TBA

May

June

July

August

Wed 15th Dinner and Meeting Venue TBA

Taupo VCC “Country Roads Rally

September

Wed 19th Dinner and Meeting Venue TBA

Club Captains Report—Laurie's Lot—March—2024

Going to the Tikokino Sheepdog Trials?. Those wishing to go, make their own way there to 1704 MAKARORO ROAD. I am told the best viewing time will be between 10.00am and lunch time. Take your chairs, sun umbrellas and lunch etc. Maybe a visit to the local watering hole and maybe on the cards afterwards.

For the March meeting please bring a baby photo. These will be displayed at the April meeting and the task will be to put names to baby faces.

Manawatu Ruahine Ramble on March 10th.

On March 13th there is a fund-raising night and show at the Waipukarau Little Theatre. Contact Bruce Poole for tickets.

The Afternoon/Twilight Rally is on April 6th, this year being organised by Neil and Pat. Information in the Bleat.

CHB Vintage Rally in early September.

Rod's trip to Taranaki in October.

The answer to the last brain teaser is EMPTY.

This month's teaser is: What is special about the following sentence?. The public was amazed to view the quickness and dexterity of the juggler.

See you at the events we have coming up.

Laurie Malcolmson Club Captain

Early Arial photo of Waipukarau—Tavistock Hotel corner

Sunday 11th February—Gymkhana held at Elsthorpe Sports Ground

Written by Sandra Haycock, photos by Pat Malcolm

A fun day was held at the Elsthorpe Sports ground. A big thank you to Judy, Seaton and Iain.

The weather wasn’t the best when we left Dannevirke (showery) and cold and wasn’t a lot better in Waipukurau. We continued out to Elsthorpe with the weather improving the closer we got. It was cold and most people had the correct gear for the weather. (Some of us didn’t)?

12 vehicles lined up to take part in the gymkhana starting off with the speed course. Lyn gave Sandra a thrill when he spun out.

Then we had a measured gap to drive through and to see how good the lock on your cars was. Some were pretty impressive and a lot were not.

Then 10 revolutions of the tyres (that is further than you think when you are driving.

After lunch we had to drive a set course, blind folded. Rod running into the final cone as Scarlet was in fits of laughter and couldn’t talk to guide him.

The final excitement for the day was the dart throwing competition which was done while you were driving out of the car window and you had to try and hit the board. We found out who all the “tossers” were. I think Gary Carswell may have ended up the chief tosser.

10 tyre revolutions

Guessing car width

Sunday 11th February—Gymkhana held at Elsthorpe Sports Ground

Written by Sandra Haycock, photos by Pat Malcolm

Lynne completing Dart Board throwing

Dart throwing Kay Gary threw 3 bulls eyes

Bruce Poole Driving blind

Sunday 11th February—Gymkhana held at Elsthorpe Sports Ground

Written by Sandra Haycock, photos by Pat Malcolm

WAS MUCH COOLER—AND WE DIDN'T NEED THE SHADE

GARY 2ND PLACE

BARRY—1ST PLACE

NEIL 3RD PLACE

KEN, LYNN, GARY 4TH EQUAL

LUNCH-TIME—THE DAY

ROD DRIVING BLIND—OPPS—ANOTHER CONE DOWN!!

Hawkes Bay Art Deco Festival

15th 18th February 2024

The Art Deco Festival in Napier started in 1988 as an acknowledgement of the resilience and spirit of the Hawke’s Bay communities after the 1931 earthquakes. The festivities have since grown into one of Hawke’s Bay’s most renowned tourist attractions.

Wheels with attitude—Held at the Dannevirke Show Grounds—January 2024

A very hot but cloudy day, the sort of day you can get very burnt, if you leave your hat at home. It was well worth the trip through from Hastings to see the amazing collection of classic cars, trucks tractors, motor-bikes of varying degree’s of restoration, and to catch up with friends. There were a couple of cars made up of bits and bobs from anything that would do the job, they arrived on a trailer. Some very smart full restoration cars on display, a credit to the owners.

There were all sorts of swap meet stalls to brows through. I found a very handy Austin 8 Manual, had a few pages missing but still good to have as it is different to the one I have. Not as many food, coffee stalls operating this time. This event has had a few years of disruption and nice to see it up

Buster Keaton’s—“The General”

Written by Rod McKenzie

A few of the local CHB VCC members attended the showing of the silent movie “The General” at the CHB Municipal Theatre in Waipawa on the evening of Sunday 18th February. This was promoted by our “Bleat” advertiser Angela Annear, and was an item recognised as a contribution to the “Art Deco” weekend.

It was a story about a train driver played by Buster Keaton during the American Civil War who couldn’t be enrolled as a soldier because he was more useful as a train driving engineer. The whole of the film, which was about an hour and a half long, was accompanied by an Internationally recognised pianist called Chris Hainsworth who is normally based in France. He accompanied the playing of the whole of the film using well known American tunes from the late 19th century. He is a very clever pianist and the tunes fitted the acts as they came to pass as would have been the case in movie theatres during the mid-1920’s when this film was produced. It was one of the last silent movies before “Talkies” came out.

“The General” was the name of the engine he drove and became something of the hero of the story with a train chase. These days it would have been a car chase I guess. And, of course, there was a young lady that Buster was desiring to be involved with which made the story a plausible yarn.

This was a fun night out and thanks must go to Angela for promoting this silent film which was enjoyed by the hundred or so patrons.

VINTAGE CAR CLUB of N.Z. TARANAKI BRANCH (Inc)

The Taranaki Branch extends an invitation to all Vintage Car Club members to enter and enjoy our

59THANNUAL MAUNGA MOANA RALLY NEW PLYMOUTH

EASTER WEEKEND, MARCH 29th-30th 2024

Saturday, Rally Day, March 30th .The days event will start from the Plymouth International Hotel, to follow a rally route using the many rural roads around our Maunga, Mt. Taranaki

Entries close 20th March 2024

For Entry Form or Enquiries

Rally Secretary / Organiser

Rob Thomson

vcc.taranaki@gmail.com

027-701-2485

MANAWATU BRANCH ARE PLEASED TO CELEBRATE OUR

60TH RUAHINE RAMBLE

SUNDAY 10TH MARCH 2024

For further information and entry form please contact: Glyn & Cath Clements PO Box 232, Feilding 4740 (Ph. 021 833 4081) Or Email to cbz1@xtra.co.nz (Note: No. 1 not L in email address)

ENTRIES CLOSE WEDNESDAY 21ST FEBRUARY 2024

North Island—Club Captain’s Tour—Sat 2nd—Mon 11th March—2024

Welcome to my first tour as North Island Club Captain! I trust you will enjoy your time in the Lower North Island where we will visit and enjoy the hospitality of five VCC Branches, Whanganui, Hawkes Bay, Central Hawkes Bay, Wairarapa and Manawatu.

WHANGANUI—Saturday 2nd / Sunday 3rd March (2 Nights)

NAPIER—Monday 4th / Tuesday 5th March (2 Nights)

MASTERTON Thursday 7th / Friday 8th March (2 Nights)

PALMERSTON NORTH Saturday 9th / Sunday 10th March (2 Nights)

Email: Tour Secretary for more information and Entry Forms: cathyclements5@gmail.com

Tour Director: GLYN CLEMENTS (NICC)

Email: nicc@vcc.org.nz

Phone: 021 0833 4081

Tour Secretary: CATHY CLEMENTS

Branch Secretary, Manawatu VCC

Email: cathyclements5@gmail.com

Phone: 027 286 2927

Mailing Address

NICC Club Captain Tour

PO Box 232, FEILDING 4740 ENTRIES CLOSE 30TH JANUARY 2024

March 8th—10th 2024—Model 40 Convention—Celebrating 90 years

If you own a 1933 or 1934 Ford, you’ll want to be a part of the Model 40 Convention to be held March 8-10 2024, Celebrating 90 years of this beautiful model Ford, the event is open to both original & modified examples, but is limited to 100 entries.

Having hosted past vintage and hot rod events, including Deuce Days for the 1932 Fords, the venue is at Solway Park, Masterton which is perfect for this sort of event. Trust House & JRI Insurance have come on board as major sponsors, and registrations are open now.

For more information follow the event on the 1933/34 Ford New Zealand Facebook page. Expressions of interest and requests for registration forms to: magoos@xtra.co.nz.

Enquiries to the convenor:—Lloyd Wilson 021-436-432

Whether or not you can attend, we would still be interested in hearing from owners, as we have established a register of 33/34 Fords in New Zealand. Also, we will be producing special anniversary plaques which will be available to Model 40 owners.

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Saturday 16th March 2024

Enquires to Rally Secretary—Heather Duncan

Email: heatherduncan@xtra.co.nz

Phone 027-232-4866 PO Box 907 Taupo 3351

Entries Close on Thursday 7th March 2024

PROGRAMME—Friday 15th March 2024

6.00pm at the VCC Clubrooms, Hickling Park, AC Baths Ave, Taupo.

Collect rally packs / noggin and natter BYO food and drinks Tea and coffee provided.

Saturday 16th March

8.00 am at the Vintage Car Clubrooms collect rally packs and chat8.30am Rally briefing

8.45am Stage 1 - first cars away to morning tea stop.

Stage 2 - cars away to lunch stop.

Stage 3 - cars away back to town.

3.30pm Afternoon tea and prize-giving.

Please contact Rally Secretary, or go to vcc.org.nz click on (News from our branches) and scroll down to find Taupo Branch magazine and print off this Rally Entry Form.

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VINTAGE CAR CLUB VEHICLE CLASSIFICATIONS

VETERAN: Motor Vehicles constructed prior to 31st December 1918.

VINTAGE: Motor Vehicles constructed between 1st January 1919 and 31st December 1931.

POST VINTAGE : Motor Vehicles constructed between 1st January 1932 and 31st December 1945.

POSTWAR : Motor Vehicles constructed between 1st January 1946 and 31st December 1960.

POST 1960 : Motor Vehicles constructed between 1st January 1961 and 31st December 1980.

POST 1980 : Motor Vehicles constructed after 1st January 1981 provided that no vehicle is deemed eligible for this category until the day immediately following the 30th anniversary of its original date of construction as determined in accordance with Section 2 of the Club Vehicle Technical Code. (refer to the Club By-laws)

AUTHENTIC REPRODUCTION VEHICLES: Motor Vehicles newly constructed to the exact specification of an original factory production vehicle. (as described in the Club By-laws)

FACTORY BUILT & HISTORIC RACING VEHICLES : (as described in the Club By-laws).

PERIOD SPECIALS : (as described in the Club By-laws).

Highland Fling Feilding

26th—28th April 2024

Veteran /Vintage Vehicle's Only

Organiser: Derek Haycock, Manawatu Branch 027-4419-153

Email: Entries and Enquires to highlandflingfeilding@gmail.com

Entries limited to 100 Vehicles and Close Friday 1st March 2024 or when the entry limit is met.

Welcome

Friday 26th April – Registration and Merchandise collection from 4.00pm Stockyard Bar & Restaurant, 50 Manchester Street, Feilding, we will be in the back room. Please feel free to join us for happy hour and dinner.

Saturday 27th April Compulsory Drivers Briefing, 8.00am at the Coach House Museum carpark, 127 South Street, Feilding. Please provide own lunch at the Apiti Hall.

Saturday Evening, we have the backroom booked at the Stockyard Bar & Restaurant for anyone who would like to join for drinks and meal.

Sunday 28th April Compulsory Drivers Briefing, 8.00am at the Coach House Museum carpark, 127 South Street Feilding. Please provide own lunch, Tea and Coffee supplied at Manawatu VCC Branch Club Rooms.

Sunday Dinner and Prize-giving, from 4.30pm at the Feilding Civic Centre, 84 Aorangi Street, Feilding. Please bring your own drinks and drinking glasses. Tea and Coffee provided.

Essential Requirements

• Tow Rope.

• Enough fuel for 160 miles due to no fuel on route.

• Chains.

• Sense of Humour.

Please advise if you require parking for towed vehicles or trailers.

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 It is out of Registration and needs WOF - Last Registered in 2022.

 Has been in storage.

 Mileage 99109.

 General Condition is very good / Repainted 2019, some rust on front grill.

 Tyres good.

 Interior is very clean - new carpets 2019.

 Asking $20,000.

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Email: angela@searletravel.co.nz

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Phone: 06 858 9082 Cell: 027 281 1306

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Central Hawkes Bay Branch oftheVCC— Directory 2023/2024

Chairman Gary Weaver

027 442 8920 weave@xtra.co.nz

Secretary/Delegate Brian Connor 027 488 5019 karinya@xtra.co.nz

Treasurer —Kaye Carswell

021 124 3620 accounts@wpkmotors.co.nz

Club Captain—Laurie Malcolmson

06 374 9823 or 021 579 133 volvo9349@yahoo.com

Vice Club Captain Vehicle Inspection

Keith Hopping

06 857 8255 or 021 742 302 keithhopping@gmail.com

Welfare—Sandra Cross

06 858 9814 secross@xtra.co.

Bleat Editor Joyce Calder

022 166 1403 joycecalder@gmail.com

Torqueheads Bruce Turner

021 100 4333 sulturna@gmail.com

Committee Bruce Poole

027 244 9090 brucepoole1930@gmail.com

Committee Iain Gollan 021 170 9978

nga-oki@xtra.co.nz

Committee—Rod McKenzie

027 446 7198

rod.mckenzie.wpk@xtra.co.nz

Committee—Neil Malcolm

06 858 5099 or 027 457 8945 pat.neil2016@gmail.com

Committee Gloria Malcolmson

06 374 9823 or 021 579 133 supagran14@yahoo.com.au

Catering—Eva Gollan

06 858 9105 or 021 170 9978

nga-oki@xtra.co.nz

Raffles Scarlett McKenzie

06 858 9562 or 027 446 7198

rod.mckenzie.wpk@xtra.co.nz

Beaded Wheels—Heather Cheer

06 374 0864 or 027 235 6649

ghcheer@xtra.co.nz

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