The Roadstar - Shannons
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The Roadstar For people who love Classic Cars Read the MGA story on page 5 12 th November 2020
Transcript of The Roadstar - Shannons
The Roadstar
For people who love Classic Cars
Read the MGA story on page 5
12th November 2020
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Postal Address : PO Box 4274, LAKE HAVEN NSW 2262
President Bob O’Brien 0447 966 772 Vice President Danny McCann 4388 9066 (Mobile 0428 248 859) Secretary Geoff Reilly 4977 2436 Treasurer Terry Cockerell 49772011
Meetings commence at 7:30 p.m.
at Canton Beach Sports Club in Hibbard St. Toukley
Club Meetings are held on the second Thursday evening of every
month.
Next Meeting
10th December 2020
Newsletter: If you would like to contribute to the club’s newsletter by either supplying photos, comments, reports or advertisements, please email them to me at [email protected] or phone me on either 0466 989 559 or 4977 2960. Please note that the deadline for receiving information to go to print is the first Thursday of the month.
Editor Dennis Tame
The opinions expressed in articles published in the newsletter are not
necessarily those of the Club, its Officers or the Editor.
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TWIN LAKES CLASSIC AUTO CLUB INC.
MINUTES of GENERAL MEETING on 8th October 2020
Meeting opened: 7.40 p.m. Danny McCann welcomed everyone and
thanked all for attending.
Members Present: As per Attendance List attached.
MINUTES of Meeting on 13th August 2020 were tabled and deemed to have
been read.
Business Arising: Nil.
Adoption of Minutes: Moved C. Ayoub and seconded L. Ballard
- Carried.
CORRESPONDENCE:
IN: 1. Invitation to Events: Nil
2. Emails: Nil
3. Letters: Cheque book from Greater Bank.
4. Newsletters: Motormeter.
OUT:
1. Roadstar emailed to all members.
Acceptance of Correspondence: Moved G. Reilly and seconded
S. Dobson – Carried.
TREASURER’S REPORTS:
Marilyn Vella, our previous Treasurer submitted a report for the month of
August. These amounts are incorporated in the yearly report presented at
the AGM. A copy of the August report is held by the Treasurer and the
Secretary and is available for inspection by the members.
Terry Cockerell presented the September report.
Acceptance of Treasurer’s Report: Moved T. Cockerell and seconded
P. Baker – Carried.
REPORTS:
President: Bob O’Brien
Apology from Bob: I will be away for the next three weeks touring
Western NSW. Hope all goes well.
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Vice President: Danny McCann
Hello members.
I hope you and your families had a good time on the long weekend in
October, the weather was perfect for sharing time with family and friends
and not in complete isolation.
Laraine and I had time at home and also visited family on Sunday, it was
great to see them again.
The club would like members to participate in organising and running a
club run and outing, you would have to find a location suitable for cars
and a picnic spot or a nice lunch venue when we are allowed during this
upcoming year.
I have organised a Wednesday run to Strickland Reserve Narara off Dog
Trap Rd / Mangrove Rd, we have had an outing there in the past and it
was very enjoyable, This coming run will be on Wednesday November 4,
meeting at Wyee at 9.30am ready to leave at 9.45am for morning tea at
Woodbury Bridge park then on to Strickland reserve picnic area for our
lunch stop.
For now, stay safe and I look forward to seeing you at the November
meeting. Any members wanting to buy club merchandise see me at the
meetings.
Club Captain: Marilyn Vella
Hi Members,
I have sent out an email asking if anyone knows of any members that are
sick, been hospitalised or anyone who might need a phone call to say hi
and enquire after them. If you do, please let me know.
Get Well cards were sent to Sharon Smith and Ron Thomson and a
sympathy card to Stella Bell.
We have a few members still getting over operations and proceedures.
Sharon Smith is still unwell and trying her very best to handle her
condition. Bill Hansell is slowly recovering from the serious operations he
had and Sue Dewhurst is making slow, small steps dealing with the loss
of Mark.
Christmas Party.
Tentative booking was made with CCC for the party at the usual venue.
Unfortunately, it is not viable to conduct the Christmas party there under
Council’s interpretation of the COVID 19 rules. Geoff has tentatively
booked the Hall at Dooralong for Sunday 29th November 2020. We have
been there before and you will recall it is a larger but older building.
There will be no time limit and the fee of $44 is cheaper than the usual
place. Northlakes Spit are booked and are happy to go to Dooralong.
Events Director: George Vella
The few runs we have had thus far have been fairly well attended. The
only problems we have experienced has been the rain.
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Richmond Vale Train run was well attended. It was good to see all the
volunteers there as they have been doing a great job restoring the
museum. The club’s donation to the museum was around $250.
Upcoming runs:
We have a run to Swansea on Saturday 10th October. This will be a
twilight run. Meet 3.30 leave 3.45. BBQs available. BYO everything
else.
I have a few suggestions for midweek runs but desperately need
suggestions for Sunday runs.
Newsletter Editor: Dennis Tame
Apology from Dennis: Unfortunately, he was unable to attend. See his first
edition of the Roadstar tonight.
Plates Registrar: Bill Hansell
Thank you for your care about me during my recent illness. Be sure to
comply with the rules on runs, including proof of membership. I have
heard reports of police booking drivers for having an obstructed view
through their windscreen. Make sure Sat-Navs etc are not in your field of
vision.
Librarian/Historian: Mick Smith
Nothing to report.
Acceptance of all reports: Moved D.Reilly and seconded K.Hull
- Carried.
GENERAL BUSINESS:
1. Discussion regarding membership card. Some members still hold old cards from previous years. L. Laney has been asked to order new cards from Vistaprint. The Treasurer will validate the order.
2. The suggestion was made that Wyee Hall may be an option for the Christmas party. Geoff will phone LMCC to check cost and availability.
3. Marilyn asked for payment for the Christmas party to be made at the next meeting.
There being no further business, the meeting closed at 8.15 pm.
Next General meeting 12th November 2020 at 7.30 pm.
(Any changes will be notified by email or phone).
Signed as a true record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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This month’s “Cover Page” is William Gale’s MGA
My 1957 MGA Roadster was advertised in the car sales columns of our local paper in 1998. The body was in immaculate condition and well preserved seeing that it had been stored in a shipping container. The MG had about 40,000 miles on the speedometer at the time of purchase. Unfortunately, the owner was unable to fulfill his dreams of rebuilding the engine due to ill health and was happy to sell the vehicle to me so that I could help him complete his dream. Over the years that I have owned the MG I have rebuilt the motor. It has been rebored, fitted with a mild cam and a larger radiator. I have also had work done on the head while also replacing the oil pump with a larger unit. Recently I have had the body resprayed and am very happy with the outcome. This mighty little car has taken Robyn and me up to the Glasshouse Mountains in Queensland four times and now we enjoy taking it out on the club runs.
MEMBER’S PROFILE VEHICLE DETAILS Name William Gale Make MGA Occupation Retired Model / Year 1957 Wife’s Name Robyn Paint Colour Red Number of classic cars presently owned
Two Mechanical Details Factory standard with a rebuilt motor
Hobbies & Pastimes Horse Riding & Water Skying
Engine 1.6 litres
Favourite sport Football (NRL) Transmission 4 Speed Manual Favourite Book Any Car or Truck
Magazine Brakes Front Wheel Discs
Rear Wheel Drums How long as a member of TLCAC
4 years Suspension Front Wishbone with Coil Springs
Ambitions To travel Around Australia
Suspension Rear Semi Elliptic Leaf Springs
The car I would like to own
FX Holden Wheels / Tyres 15 inch X 4 inch 48 wire spoked wheels
Does the car have conditional or full registration? Rego Plate Number
Conditional 69446H
Brief History of Vehicle
Purchased second -hand in 1998 from an owner who couldn’t complete the restoration due to ill health.
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EVENT DIRECTOR’S CLUB RUNS
TWIN LAKES CHRISTMAS PARTY
WHEN - Sunday, November 29 WHERE - DOORALONG HALL. DOORALONG TIME 10.30am till whenever Lunch will be served 12.30 to 12.45pm Cost per member: Adult member. $15.00 Non member. $30.00 Child. 5-12yrs $ 5.00. 4yrs & under. Free
MIDWEEK CHRISTMAS RUN WHEN - Wednesday, December 16 WHERE- YELLOW ROCK. BUDGEWOI Meet: at Wyee at 9.00am. Leave. at 9.15am.
MT SUGARLOAF RUN WHEN- Sunday November 15 WHERE- MT SUGARLOAF Morning tea at Mulbring BYO everything Meet at Wyee at 9:00am leave 9:15 am
Every time you use your Historic Registered Vehicle on
H Plates
1. You must carry your Certificate of Approved Operations Form at all times. The form is issued only at the time of the first registration.
2. You must always carry your log book. 3. You must carry your Car Club Membership identification. 4. You must be a financial member of the Car Club. 5. You must take a copy of the Roadstar Newsletter with you when you participate in
a club run.
Please Note these rules could change at any time by the NSW Transport Department.
Bill Hansell Plates Registrar
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REMEMBER:
• All club runs commence from Wyee (Crn. Wyee Rd and Hue Hue Rd) unless otherwise
advised
• No club runs will be cancelled – please meet at the meeting point where a decision
regarding the run will be made.
• When attending any club run, ensure that your name has been recorded on the
Attendance Sheet. It is a member’s responsibility to sign in.
• Dates and details of club runs are subject to change.
• Hand Held CB Radios must always use Channel18
o The lead car has one hand set to advise of turns, traffic hazards etc.
o Tail end Charlie will hear the information from the lead car and will always stay at
the rear. For the most part the rear car has a view of the convoy and is therefore
able to advise the leader should a problem occur with anyone in the line ahead.
o When the radio is no longer required, please ensure that the unit is completely
turned off and returned to the Events Director.
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The information contained in this article was in the business pages of GOAUTONEWS
Excerpts from release by NEIL DOWLING
EV CO2 emissions are ‘worse than petrol’
ELECTRIC vehicles that are charged using power generated by coal are not as
green as cars running on petrol or diesel, according to ABMARC, a respected
Australian engineering research group. Analysis showed EVs particularly in the
eastern states, are responsible for more carbon dioxide emissions than petrol
vehicles and that in Victoria CO2 emissions are similar to diesel vehicles.
ABMARC prepared the report in the lead-up to the federal election in May 2019.
The report has come to light after it was leaked to ‘The Australian’ newspaper
after the election.
All the CO2 emissions data used in ABMARC’s analysis was readily available
from government data. ABMARC also looked at the comparison between EV
markets of Australia and Norway, the country used by EV groups to showcase
the potential benefits of EVs. Norway also has special incentives for EV
purchase by its citizens including free tolls, some free parking, reduced
registration charges and free public charging points. EVs are subsidised in
Norway while conventional engine cars are penalised with higher taxes. As the
number of EVs in Australia increase, the importance of clean electricity also
increases. If we continue to rely on coal for electricity it is not guaranteed that
Australia will receive a net CO2 emissions benefit in switching to EVs.
Notes by Geoff Reilly.
1) At this stage we are just moving the pollution from the car to the power station.
2) Norway power generation is well over 90% from hydro and wind, the rest from coal & gas. To read the full text, Google GOAUTONEWS scroll to ed.989-Sept 4
2019.
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SATURDAY TWILIGHT CLUB RUN
On Saturday October 10 we had a total of 11 cars heading off to Reid
Reserve at Swansea Heads, what a beautiful place right on the
Swansea Channel. Upon arrival we set up our tables and chairs and
enjoyed tea and bikkies and a good chat. The air was soon filled with the
smell of BBQ snags and onions, my they smelt so good. Some members
decided to go for a walk and check out the area as there was plenty to
see. After a while it was game time and Marilyn’s ABC game was a great
hit. There was plenty of laughter and fun. Congratulations to Jeanette
Beverley the winner. Then some members gathered to play Bocce with
George Vella as Umpire...well would you believe taking full advantage of
Bob O’Brien’s absence Wal Reed (that’s me) won the Bocce, yes, I
actually did. Well, all good times must come to an end so as the night
approached, we made our way home after a great twilight run with
perfect weather and great friends.
Wal Reed
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Committee Members Contact Details
OFFICE NAME PH NUMBERS EMAIL ADDRESS
President Bob O’Brien 0447 966 772 [email protected]
Vice President Danny McCann
0428 248 859 4388 9066
Secretary Geoff Reilly 4977 2436 [email protected]
Treasurer Terry Cockerell
4977 2011 [email protected]
Events Director George Vella
0477 245 660 4977 3352
Club Captain/Welfare
Marilyn Vella 0488 594 993 4977 3352
Newsletter Editor Dennis Tame
0466 989 559 4977 2960
Plates Registrar Bill Hansell 0428 571 307 4357 1307
Librarian/Historian Mick Smith 0424 922 525 4390 5245
Postal Address: The Secretary, PO Box 4274 Lakehaven NSW 2264
Website: www.shannons.com.au/club/carclubs/twin-lakes-classic-auto-
club
Webmaster: Lorriane Lanley 4399 1738 (M:0414 691 738) Email:
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CRACKNECK CLUB RUN
The Crackneck club run scheduled for November 20 was cancelled due to the wind and rain and was diverted to McKenzie Park, Budgewoi.
️ ️ This is certainly a jinx run for our club. It has been put on the back burner until next year. So, Budgewoi here we come!!! Upon arriving at the park, we set up and
had our morning tea. When we arrived, we noticed a man asleep and shivering under one of the tables. I felt sorry for him so I placed a small blanket over him. Stella also put another blanket over him and gave him a cuppa. Both Stella and I made him comfortable throughout the day and invited him to share our lunch. I am sure that he really appreciated us showing him some attention and being kind to him. George and I decided to bring Rocky our Jack Russell dog to the car run. He had such a great time and all the people there loved him.
Thank you so much to the following members who turned-up to this wet and windy day, you all should be presented with a gold medal. Paul Baker and friend Nanette, Stella and Wal Reed, Carol and John Ashton, Shirley and Eddie McPartland, Mike Smith and Rocky, (the dog) Marilyn and George Vella. We all had a lovely time on the day. The kindness shown and the caring
attitude displayed was really appreciated. In essence the company was fantastic, the entertainment amused us all while the love we all
felt was real. ️ ️ ️ ️ ️
Marilyn Vella
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SOMETHING TO REMEMBER
Don’t forget to carry a photo identification with you when you
attend our club meetings. I made the fatal mistake of failing to do
so at the October meeting and the person at the desk of CBSC
wouldn’t allow me in. She must have thought that I looked too
young to purchase from the bar. Ha! Ha!
