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wagensvillenews Volume 52 Number 9 March 2007

The Official Newsletter of the Volkswagen Club of Victoria Inc.

www.vwclub.com.au

Jamboree The 7th Annual Volkswagen Jamboree is on again in 2007

SHOW and SHINE, SWAP or DISPLAY

MARCH 25th Caribbean Gardens President’s Report Michael Cronin, VWCV President

The Jamboree is a casual Show and Shine or display, with trophy prizes for all types and conditions of VW’s. There will be a swap meet (Bring ya stuff to sell) and Trade Stands. Lots to do for the kids (rides etc. at your own cost), and the shopaholics with a huge undercover market on site. Food on sale at the kiosk or BYO BBQ or picnic in the grounds (BBQ’s are provided free), you can even bring your fishing rod to maybe catch your lunch in the lake. This is a fun and easy day, so come on down and look at some cool and classic VW’s, while you shop a little, eat a little, talk VW’s alot and relax. VENUE: Caribbean Gardens, Ferntree Gully Road, Scoresby.

Entry $2.50 Adults $1 Kids. No other fees on the day!

Well it’s March already and the year “Yes they do make wetsuits big enough.” is starting to fly by, so far the new Check out www.rastasurfboards.com.a newsletter format appears to be well u/Main/Newspage.aspx there are some received but don’t forget we still want of the Club members Kombies on show, your opinions, ideas and articles for and if you are in Barwon Heads drop in the four major editions, so please send to Rasta Surfboards (on the right hand them to the editor, he can never have side of the main street) and say hello to many to chose from. to Ross, he is a club member and has The trip to Barwon Heads went well some great VW stuff for sale. with 14 vehicles half of which were The surf was a bit to choppy so not Kombies. The trip started with the much success was had catching all weather looking threatening but it those monster waves, better luck at soon cleared, we had a quick stop at Kennett River. Then to maintain the the Geelong market for some bargain surfer lifestyle it was off for Fish‘n’Chips hunting and then off to the surf with a in the car park and home again. stop at the surf shop on the way.

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Well done John for organizing the trip and all is looking good as he seems to have the weather worked out as well. By the time you receive your newsletter Kennett River will be over but don’t forget the Jamboree at the end of the month, it will be held at Caribbean Gardens as usual, VWCV will be there with a club stand so come and say hello, (especially if you are a new member). Well only a short report this month, see you at the March general meeting.

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Calendar of Events

MARCH March 20th* Club Meeting - RACV Club. 501 Bourke Street, Melbourne. Entertainment for the night: Club Point Score Presentation, Mini Auction and Guest Speaker: Craig Forsberg from MOTHERS Car Care Products. March 25th 7th Annual VW Jamboree. See Ad for further details. March 25th Autumn 2007 Swap Meet. Organised by Veteran Car Club of Aust (Tas) Inc Northern section. Venue - Cimitiere St Council Car Park Launceston Tasmania. Gates open 9 AM, $10 per site. Entrance via Cameron Street gate. Further information contact Ken Watts AH 0411 404 560

VWCV EXPEDITION to FOSTER To celebrate our Australian National Day the VWCV had 5 Kombies and 1 4WD support vehicle (due to some minor VW related problems) assemble in the car park of Heavenly Pancakes in Cranbourne at 8am on Friday 26 January 2007 for our target destination Foster, in beautiful South Gippsland, some 158 kms away. With Australian flags adorning all cars and Slim Dusty songs playing on our car CD players we set off at 8.30am. Everything went smoothly until we were around 25 km away from our destination when Michael and Julie Clark’s Kombi decided to take an unscheduled siesta. Michael admitted that getting his car to the caravan park by tray truck was a first. Talk about a spectacular entrance.

APRIL April 6th -13th BUG-IN Tasmania. April 17th* Club Meeting - RACV Club. 501 Bourke Street, Melbourne.

MAY May 15th* Club Meeting. See April issue for details. May 26th VWCV Pre Concourse Dinner. Hunchbax Theatre Restaurant. See Ad for further details. May 27th VWCV Concourse.

JUNE June 9th Drag Racing Heathcote Park. See Ad for further details. June 17th Rob Roy Hill Climb. Inter Club Challenge. June 23rd - 24th Echuca Camp-Out.

Please note: *These events marked attract club points.

The value of having RACV Total care was demonstrated as Michael and Julie used their now stationary Tin Tent, (as our beloved President calls our Kombies), for the remainder of the 3 days and had it taken back home by tray truck on the Sunday evening at no cost. Apparently the problem was a failed pump in the auto transmission that has now been fixed.

Barwon Heads Surfari VW Beach Blanket Bingo

Inspired by the much loved 1960’s surf related movies that starred Annette Funichello and Frankie Avalon, on Sunday 25 February 2007 there were 12 VWs and one 4WD (yes, the same 4WD that was at the Foster trip due to a different VW related problem) that met at Point Cook around 8am. The destination on the day was the beautiful seaside town of Barwon Heads that was made famous by the antics of Laura and Diver Dan in the popular ABC show Seachange. In the group we had 4 split window Kombies, 2 Baywindows, several terrific Beetles and a pristine Karmen Ghia. The objective was sun, surf and whatever else took our fancies. In the group we were privileged to have such well known surfing legends as Miget Goodison, Kelly Ermel, Nat Cronin and Jerry Hearn. The group departed at 8.30am and the first stop was the Sunday Trash and Treasure Market just over the Barwon River in Geelong. Although there were not as many sellers as usual, probably due to the Geelong Festival on that day, this market has many real non-traders and there is always a real opportunity to pick up a bargain. Several members were suitably loaded up as they returned to their cars before firing up their VWs for the 20 minute run to Barwon Heads. When we reached Barwon Heads we had decided to call in at the Rasta Surfing Shop in the main street. The shop owner, Ross Harrison, is a VWCV member and proud Baywindow owner. Now, Barwon Heads on a weekend

Friday night saw a bit of an Australian Theme dress up with the occasional glass of lemonade consumed during the pleasant lunch and an enjoyable return evening. The high standard of VWCV trip via the historic fishing towns of decorum was, of course, maintained at Port Welshpool and Port Franklin, and all times even if we were the last to bed a close windswept inspection of their in the caravan park. fishing vessels, ended a terrific day. After the traditional healthy VWCV BBQ breakfast of bacon, eggs and black pudding we mounted a three vehicle full expedition to Wilson’s Promontory on the Saturday which was most interesting in the Force 10 S-W gale that was bombarding the Prom. A few scenic and very invigorating walks, a

Again a few lemonades and a relatively early night before the storms hit. Not a lot of sleep was gained by some during that night. The residents of the Tin Tents slept snugly throughout the wild night. Much rain was experienced overnight and in the morning but the tough VWCV members could handle it easily.

is a busy place with not too much available parking, and with 14 VWs roaring around, driving here there and everywhere, up and down the main street, trying to find that elusive parking spot the locals thought it a great scenic event. It was a bit like a Keytstone Cops chase scene before we eventually all got what we were after. In Ross’s shop several of the pro surfers in the group purchased wax, wetsuits, board covers etc and a few other members landed on several VW related items that Ross has available. Eager to hit the waves we headed over to Ocean Grove in the hope that we would find Cape St Francis like 8’ perfect tubes with no one out. Unfortunately the 25 knot S’ E’ wind had reduced whatever surf might have been available to mush. Undaunted we still had 6 or 7 long board and body board riders give it a go for 40 minutes or so. Our much loved President, Nat Cronin, excelled himself by loosing both of his fins in the surf on the largest wave of the day. The line up of VWs in the car park at Ocean Grove produced much interest and admiration from passers by. After another hour or so we decided to pull up stakes move off into Ocean Grove for some nourishing Fish’n’Chips. These were quickly despatched. It was now around 2.45pm and time to head home. It had been a terrific and relaxing day spent with great VW like minded people. Thanks to all who came. John Stevens

Undaunted we visited a local craft market next day and landed on a few bargains before breaking camp just before lunch to leave Michael Clark to wait for the 6pm RACV tray truck. From later reports he and his Kombi made it home safely The trip home was uneventful but for the delicious Fish’n’Chips at Korumburra. An excellent 3 day VWCV adventure. John Stevens

PLEASE NOTE: All additions to this section MUST be accompanied by either registration number, chassis number or VIN number. Advertisements for vehicles without these details WILL NOT be published. Advertisements will be limited to a period of two months only. If you wish to continue your advertisement beyond the initial two month period or your Ad has been SOLD in the first month of Advertising, please contact the Editor(s) so the Advertising space can be updated for NEW Ads. Send your for sales and wanted ads to the Editor: VWCV Editor GPO Box 1215 Melbourne VIC 3001 Email wagensville@yahoo.com.au

RAFFLE Tickets $2 each or 3 for $5 Tickets available at the Club Meetings and the VWCV Display at the Jamboree.

1st PRIZE Stewart Warner Performance Gauges

DRAG RACING Heathcote Park June 9 th 2007 CLOSED VWCV EVENT

Competitor bookings are essential. Minimum number of cars required.

$40 per Competitor $10 per Spectator

Contact Chris VWCV Motorsports Co-ordinator 0407 309 244

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PRE CONCOURSE DINNER Hunchbax Theatre Restaurant Saturday May 26th at 6.30pm Cnr Church & Victoria Sts Richmond. If you are in need of a really good laugh then book your place NOW at Melbourne’s funniest Theatre Restaurant. A night of sensational live entertainment with a massive abundance of laughs. SUITABLE FOR ALL AGE GROUPS 3-COURSE DINNER INCLUDED Dinner & Show $50 per person. LIMITED RESERVATION. Please confirm your attendance fast with full payment by 15 May. Please complete the below form and send a cheque/money order ($50 per person) to the Club address.

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Forms also available at all Club events until May 15.

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2nd PRIZE $160 Ray's Voucher 3rd PRIZE $72 Ray's Voucher

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Pre Concourse, Hunchbax Dinner Payment Name No. of people attending Enclosed the amount of $ (Full payment $50 per person required). Payment made (date) Please make cheque payable to: Volkswagen Club of Victoria Inc. Post to: Volkswagen Club of Victoria Hunchbax Dinner GPO Box 1215 Melbourne VIC 3001

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VWCV General Meetings

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Melbourne Club meetings held every third Tuesday of the month at 8pm at the RACV Club (Henty Room), 501 Bourke Street, Melbourne, unless advised of an alternative venue in the Club Newsletter.

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Membership Application also available at the VWCV website www.vwclub.com.au

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