wagensvillenews Volume 53 Number 3 August 2007
The Official Newsletter of the Volkswagen Club of Victoria Inc.
www.vwclub.com.au
Drag Racing
Heathcote Park Saturday October 13th 2007
Competitor bookings are essential. Minimum number of cars required. Closed VWCV Event
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WVCV GENERAL MEETING THURSDAY AUGUST 23RD AT 8PM
STUDLEY PARK BOATHOUSE KEW Not TUESDAY AUGUST 21ST as prevoiusly advertised.
Meals & Drinks available at ClubHouse prices prior to the meeting. So come along and enjoy the new atmosphere, VW entertainment, door prizes and more....
Studley Park BoatHouse, Boathouse Rd. Kew (Mel. Ref. 2D E8) or visit www.studleyparkboathouse.com.au for full venue details.
President’s Report Michael Cronin, VWCV President First I would like to remind everybody that the August General Meeting is on Thursday 23 and not the Tuesday 21st as normal, it is also at a different location (Studley Park BoatHouse) see the Ad for details. To those that are not aware the club having the use of the Henty room for free is likely to stop soon and as the going rate is $500.00 we are starting to look for alternate venues. If you have any other ideas please let the Committee know. July saw the Christmas in July cruise up into the hills, another great day out
organised by Kingsley although I’m not sure where he gets Santa from, he always looks a bit dodgy? I think Kingsley found him under a bridge. Sep. 8 & 9 will see the President’s Pleasure, what’s the Presidents Pleasure you may ask, well this year it is a cruise to the Shepperton swap meet, Sunday September 9th. If you haven’t been before there is plenty for junk for everyone. The plan is to leave on Saturday morning, taking a relaxing drive to Shepperton stopping at one of the wineries for a picnic lunch and any Op Shops we see open.
That night staying at the Victoria Lake Holiday Park. Ph 1800 880 070 or www.viclakeholidaypark.com.au. Then on Sunday, we will be ready to head out to the swap meet. If you are interested give me a ring and let me know. Details will be up on the web site soon and at the next general meeting. In finishing don’t forget the Annual General meeting in September and keep an eye out for the upcoming motor sports events, you don’t have to race just come and watch the wannabe boy racers, although I think some of them haven’t been boys for a long time.
Show and Shine • Volkswagen Motorsport • Trade Displays • Swap Meet
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Sunday November 25th Cranbourne Racecourse South Yarra Volkswagen
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AUGUST August 23rd Club Meeting - Studley Park Boat House, Kew. See Ad for details. August 26th Queenscliff Train Trip. Cruise to Queenscliff and take the historic steam train to Drysdale and return to Queenscliff for lunch. See Ad for details.
SEPTEMBER September 8th - 9th Presidents’s Pleasure. See President’s Report for details. September 18th Club Meeting - RACV Club. 501 Bourke Street, Melbourne. VWCV Annual General Meeting. See Insert for details. September 30th Spring 2007 Swap Meet Organised by Veteran Car Club of Aust (Tas) Inc Northern section. Venue - Cimitiere St Council Car Park Launceston Tasmania Start time - 9am Entrance via Cameron Street gate. $10 per site Further information contact Ken Watts T 0411 404 560 AH
OCTOBER October 7th VWCV National Swap Meet. See Ad for details. October 16th Club Meeting - South Yarra Volkswagen. See next issue for details. October 20th Oktoberfest. Join the VWCV for Oktoberfest celebrations at the Hofbrauhaus (specialising in German and Bavarian cuisine). 18 Market Lane Melbourne, 7pm. See Ad for details.
MOTORSPORT EVENTS August 18th - 19th Hillclimb Broadford. August 26th Hillclimb Haunted Hills. September 16th Winton 6 hour. September 23rd Second round Interclub Hillclimb Rob Roy. See Ad for details October 13th Heathcote Park Drag Racing. See Ad for details. Contact Chris Antonello for details. 0407 309 244
A merry Christmas in July was certainly had by all who attended the Christmas in July cruise and luncheon on Sunday July 22. It was pleasing that the day began with complete sunshine after what seemed like weeks of cold miserable weather. 19 vehicles and 51 people participated in the very scenic cruise from Bundoora to St Andrews. It was terrific to see many getting into the joyful spirit by decorating themselves and/or their VW in traditional Christmas trim.
CHRISTMAS in JULY St Andrews Hotel, St Andrews 2007
The cruise travelled via the developing suburbs of South Morang and Mernda then on to Whittlesea. The very narrow and windy Humevale Road meandered gracefully around the Sherwin Ranges on route to Kinglake West. Spectacular, elevated views of the distant city and surrounding countryside greeted us on the approach to St Andrews. The convoy arrived at St Andrews Hotel around 12.15pm.
A warm, cosy area was allocated to the VW Club and all tables were superbly decorated to enhance the Christmas theme. Once seated, the yummy home made minestrone soup was served, which was followed closely by the wonderful Christmas dinner. This was followed by a break where Santa appeared and gave out goodies to everybody.
Santa also drew the lucky door prizes which included bottles of wine, model VW’s and chocolates. Dessert finished off the fantastic luncheon. Many thanks to all members and their families and friends who attended, and who helped make another memorable VWCV Christmas in July. Kingsley Morrison
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Cruise to Queenscliff via Geelong for a scenic trip on the Bellarine Peninsula Railway. Arrive at Queenscliff around 10.45-11.00. Train departs at 11.15 and makes a leisurely trip to Drysdale and then returns to Queenscliff by 1pm. The VWCV has booked a private carriage for the trip from Queenscliff to Drysdale return and is limited to 50 people. Following the train trip enjoy lunch at one of the many fine pubs or cafes in Queenscliff or bring your own picnic.
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Please book early to avoid disappointment - numbers must be confirmed by August 23rd. Please see Kingsley at the VWCV August General Meeting or phone on 03 9484 8953 AH.
A cruise will depart from the Laverton Shell Service Station (Melway Ref: 53 B11) at 9.00 for 9.30 departure.
Oktoberfest Dinner Saturday October 20th - 7pm
Hofbrauhaus House 18 Market Lane, Melbourne
A la carte menu Bookings essential limited to 40 people. Please let Kingsley know ASAP if you wish to attend. See Kingsley at the VWCV General Meetings or phone on 03 9484 8953 AH.
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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.
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Volkswagen Club of Victoria Incorporated Volkswagen Club of Victoria Inc. GPO Box 1215 MELBOURNE VIC 3001
Notice of Annual General Meeting
Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of the Volkswagen Club of Victoria Incorporated will be held at 8pm on Tuesday 18th September 2007, in the Henty Room, RACV Club, 501 Bourke Street Melbourne, 3000. All members are welcome and encouraged to attend. Please note only current financial members are eligible to vote. Agenda: To confirm the minutes of the Annual General Meeting held on Tuesday 19th September 2006. To receive from the president and committee, reports upon the activities of the VWCV during 2006/2007. To receive and consider: Income and expenditure of the VWCV during the 2006/2007 financial year. The assets and liabilities of VWCV for the year ending June 2007. Recommendations from the treasurer for membership fees for the ensuing year. To conduct elections for the following officers bearers to the VWCV Committee: President* Vice President* Treasurer* Secretary* Additional committee members (2 positions)* To conduct elections for the following ex officio members to the VWVC committee: Social Secretary Web Master Wagensville Editor Wagensville Assistant Editor Membership Secretary Technical Officer (2 positions) Restoration and Technical Sessions Officer Motorsport & Group 5 Officer Point score Officer Club Historian Public Officer To consider any changes to the membership fee structure. To consider any special business of which due notice has been given in accordance with the Rules of Association. By order of the VWCV President Michael Cronin 1st August, 2007 Note: *Nominations for the above positions must be sent to the Secretary, two weeks before the Annual General Meeting using the approved nomination form.
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Committee Nomination 2007 Volkswagen Club of Victoria Inc. GPO Box 1215 MELBOURNE VIC 3001
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Re the position of I, (proposer write name and signature) Nominate (nominee) Seconded (seconder write name and signature) Nomination accepted (nominee signature)
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VWCV General Meetings
Membership Application
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.
Membership Application also available at the VWCV website www.vwclub.com.au
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WVCV Annual Membership Fees • Full Membership $40 • Additional Family Membership $20 • Joining Fee $10 To join the Club, please complete the membership form inside this Newsletter and forward together with cheque for payment to the Club’s postal address as quoted on the form.
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President Michael Cronin 0419 684 181 Vice-President Dean Holden 0412 500 588 Secretary Andrew Ermel 03 9369 1360 AndrewE@brimbank.vic.gov.au Treasurer John Farlow 0418 357 416 farlowj@internex.net.au Additional Committee Members John Stevens & Paul Kinsey Public Officer John Stevens john.stevens@justice.vic.gov.au Restorations & Tech Sessions Vince Zito 0418 137 855 Motorsports Co-ordinator Chris Antonello 0407 309 244 Social Secretary Kingsley Morrison 03 9484 8953 Membership Secretary Xavier Larkin 03 9836 7607 vwcvmembership@yahoo.com.au Points Score Officer Andrew Ermel 03 9369 1360 Technical Officer 1 Bill Malkoutzis 03 9439 5904 Technical Officer 2 Gary Collis Club Merchandise Dean Holden 0412 500 588 VW Cruises Anthony Surie 0414 344 331 Editor Tony Albers 0408 330 894 wagensville@hotmail.com Advertising Manager Dean Holden 0412 500 588
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