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Land Roving News
Land Roving News is the Oficial Magazine of the Land Rover Club of the ACT (Incorporated) PO Box 419, Civic Square, ACT, 2608.
www.lrc.org.au
In this issuereports other news
President’s report 3 New track classiication 11
March ordinary meeting 4 Events for your calendar 12
Donation to Major’s Creek 5 LROCV 50th anniversary 12
AECLRF 6 Club Winter Function 13
Farina Downs 8 Club Notice Board 14
Breakfast, lies and coffee 10 Out of the Shed 16
April 2013
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Land Rover Club of the ACT Inc
Committee members 2012-2013President Peter McQueen
[email protected] Carolyn Jamieson
Vice-president Bob [email protected]
Treasurer Keith [email protected]
Public Oficer David [email protected]
Trip Coordinator John [email protected]
Ordinary members David Darke Kevin Phillips
Auxiliary positions 2012-2013Magazine Editor David Wilson
[email protected] Secretary
Anne Robins [email protected]
Purchasing Oficer Michael Thomson [email protected]
Merchandising Rick Robins [email protected]
Web Master Grant Sebastian [email protected]
Social Secretary Ann Darke [email protected]
Librarian Judy Wilson [email protected]
4WD NSW & ACT Rep.
Ian Voerman [email protected]
KHA Representative
Mike Paterson [email protected]
Council ACT Motor Clubs Rep.
Denis Ford [email protected]
CGC team [email protected]
Driver Education Sub-committeeDriver training coordinator
Peter [email protected]
Cover photo: Farina ruins photo by Derek and Thea Moyes
Upcoming club meetingsordinary meetings committee meetings
8 April 15 April
6 May 20 May
3 June 17 June
1 July 15 July
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from our President ...
I offer my apologies for missing the March 2013 ordinary meeting, and many thanks to Bob Zeitlhofer for standing in for me at short notice. I also missed the March committee meeting, but in that I was not alone in having, family, personal and work commitments as on this occasion most of the committee did and the meeting was held over until the April Committee meeting. As far as the LRC committee is concerned, there are no pressing issues, circumstances dictated a postponement, and business is proceeding as usual.
As previously commented, the LRC needs to start forming our sub-committee and provide support to the LRC 4WD Spectacular committee and the show proper. The committee welcomes Mary Bergstrom in the role as bookkeeper; Mary’s skills will add great value. We still need to provide support in the form of a LRC show subcommittee for roles such as roster coordinator, LRC display coordinator etc.
The subcommittee is separate from the show committee and is the LRC’s direct link with the show. While the need for coordination is still some time off, it would be prudent of us to start nominating who will take on those roles and then start to plan as much as can, with what we know ahead of time. Experience dictates that this has generally been left a bit late and that increases the work load when we start to get
to the pointy end. We also need to consider what demonstrations the LRC will front up with as our standout masterpiece. Some ideas are:
• Gadgets that work and don’t work, including a dis-play on tricks and tips we have learned and home-made creature comforts we use, be that for vehicle comfort or campsite comfort.
• Bush mechanics.
• Bush cooking, food storage and preparation, bush kitchen without the kitchen sink.
• Bush tucker and how to ind it, identify what is good and what is not.
Grant Sebastian, on behalf of the club committee, is working on an offer from the ACT Brumbies to help promote our club at home matches at Bruce Stadium and that will come with other beneits I am sure. I hope to be able to provide further details on that as that opportunity progresses.
Grant has been continuing his good work on behalf of the LRC, and circulated an all-member’s email for support with an LRC presence at Brumbies Rugby matches. Unfortunately the irst opportunity cancelled, but in a show of good faith the Brumbies supplied 10 tickets to those that were going to attend and show off their cars. Grant’s recent conversations with the Brumbies have conirmed that for Saturday March 30 and Friday April 5, the LRC is requested to attend. There is also the opportunity to drive the Brumbies’ Mascot onto the ield for the Friday night game.
But wait, there is more!!!... We have broken through that glass ceiling with Lennock Motors Land Rover to get some cooperation and support from them….. I am currently inalising the details on that and am looking forward to having a Lennock Motors representative attend a club meeting to announce our cooperation.
Peter McQueen President LRC ACT
EditorialWelcome to the April 2013 Land Roving News.
The magazine is much smaller than usual due to lack of contributions from you, the members. By the deadline, I had received one page! If you want the magazine to continue on a monthly basis, you need to contribute. There’s no lack of experiences or expertise in the club (topical, helpful, interesting, unbelievable), so how about sharing it with other members?
Deadline for the May Land Roving News is 25 April.
David Wilson Editor
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Land Rover Club of the ACT Inc
Location: Eastlake Football Club
Start: 2000 hours
Apologies: Ian Bragg, Thea and Derek Moyes, Lynette Gallimore, Peter McQueen
Visitors: Robert Wells, Luke Sheehan and Graeme Inield
New member: Dick Johnson, proposed: Anne Robins, seconded: David Wilson; carried.
Acceptance of previous minutes: moved: Allan Dixon, seconded: Anne Robins
President’s Report (Peter McQueen) Absent. See report in this magazine.
Vice-President Bob Zeitlhofer chaired the meeting.
Secretary’s Report (Carolyn Jamieson) The usual magazines have been received and given to the librarian. The PO Box is up for renewal and a letter of recall regarding the deibrillator has been received.
Treasurer’s Report (Keith Billingham) Cheque and Investment account balances were presented.
Trip Coordinator (John Jedryk) No trip reports except those in the magazine.
Peter McQueen was to do a presentation on track classiication; this will be rescheduled.
Upcoming trips - please see your trip calendar.
• AECLRF attendees need to put their names on in the trip log to travel with Ian Voerman
• Driver training 16 March, theory will be 12 or 13 March
• Paxina – Rick will be leaving on Friday morning for one or two nights
• Breakfast, Lies and Coffee at Torpeas in Braidwood
• Dinner get together at Lemon Grass in Woden
• Chainsaw course, date to be advised
Remember to check the website for short notice trips.
Librarian Report (Judy Wilson) Library can’t be accessed as there is a large number of tables and chairs in the way.
Membership Secretary (Anne Robins) New member packs available.
Social Secretary (Ann Darke) Please put your name down for the breakfast and the dinner.
Editor (David Wilson) David sought contributions.
Merchandising (Rick Robins) Two companies are
being looked at as sources of club clobber. More information to come.
Purchasing (Michael Thomson) There is new recovery gear available through Michael.
4WD Spectacular (John Jedryk). The new Committee is underway.
An ad has been placed for exhibition manager in magazine and national media. Mary Bergstrom will be bookkeeper on this committee.
Dates of the Spectacular are 1 & 2 February 2014.
4WD Association (Ian Voerman) Report from meeting covered - brake testing rules and Stockton beach update.
CGC (Roger Quarterman) Nil report.
Land Rover Outback Heritage Drive 2014 (Peter Mercer) No more news until June
Kosziusko Huts (John Cooper) John is stepping down and Mike Patterson is stepping into the breach.
Other Business:
• Grant Sebastian advised that Landrover Australia has done a sponsorship deal with the Brumbies to have logos on jerseys. Grant has arranged for club Land Rovers to be on display at some home games. Grant proposed the idea to include a historical display of members’ cars. Cars on display will have free parking and drivers can watch the game. First game is on this Saturday. Please note this offer is only open to Land Rover owners for display purposes. This deal could potentially go on for the next 3 years. Brumbies players have been given vehicles, but most players have no experience in 4WD and probably have limited knowledge of local tracks. Potentially TV crews could be on trips to record what the players are up to. Contact Grant if you are interested in attending.
Minutes Ordinary meeting
4 March 2013
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Minutes Ordinary meeting (cont)Land Rover Club of the ACT Inc
• Peter Mercer – put in a plug for his event this coming weekend.
• Phil Tomlin advised that their Disco has gone to a new home and they have now have a Ford. Phil has a few items that will it a Disco 3 if you are interested.
Meeting Closed at 8.40 pm.
Note: there was no committee meeting in March.
For those LRC ACT members who attended the 2012 Christmas Party at Majors Creek, you’ll recall that the Majors Creek Community laid on some pretty good facilities, and importantly, we all had a great time. To help support this small, sometimes overlooked, but deinitely not forgotten Community of Majors Creek, your com-mittee agreed to donate $300 to assist with the ongoing maintenance of the facilities we enjoyed last year.
On Saturday 9 March 2013, Gemma and I drove out to Majors Creek and presented the cheque to Brian Mc-Donald, representing the Majors Creek Recreation Committee. The donation will come in handy to help com-plete a shelter that is scheduled to be erected at the front of the BBQ area. Brian told us that the injection of funds into the community, whether by donation or spending in the local area, is always welcome.
The LRC Social Secretary is planning to hold the Christmas Party at Majors Creek again this year. So, when the time comes, put your name on the list and enjoy a visit to Majors Creek
For more to do and see at Majors Creek, check http://www.majorscreek.org.au. It’s only a short drive, taking either the black top or the scenic route through Hoskinstown and Rossi.
LRC makes donation to Majors Creek Community
Bob Zeitlhofer, VP LRC ACT, presenting a cheque for $300 to Mr Brian McDonald Secretary/Treasurer Majors Creek Recreation Committee
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The Inaugural Australian East Coast Land Rover Festival was held
at Grabine Lakeside on the shores of Lake Wyangala in spectacular
weather, blue skies, blue water, lots of smiles and laughter.
We attracted an oficial 120 people with 61 Land Rovers of all descriptions; they travelled from Queensland, NSW and the ACT.
The dedicated team of supporters where the crux of the event and are
what brought the event to fruition thanks to our good friends Bob,
Geoff, Merle, Jim, Coralie, Anne, Jo, Ron, Rod, Kerry, Glenn, and
not forgetting the guests of honour Hilton, Errol, Dawn Connelly
who drove their 1964 Series 2 down from Roma in Queensland.
These guys are the essence of what
the Australian Outback Legends
are all about, let alone their Land
Rover life and experiences.
We had a large tent to cover
200 people with tables and chairs; Breezys catering from
Thargomindah, Robyn and
Dogga Dare looked after our
requirements while we mellowed
to the sound of Behind the Eight
with their Funk/Jazz Blues sound,
https://www.facebook.com/
BehindTheEight?ref=stream
Friday saw a trip around several local woolsheds in the Decca, Bigga area with 20 vehicles taking part; Jim Eldridge ran this to various styles of woolsheds. There was plenty of jibber as enthusiasts continued to arrive well
into the evening, some enjoyed a meal, others were happy to cook in camp and then join us to enjoy the band.
Saturday was games day with several light hearted games being held.
Driving track – on the shores of Lake Wyangala – Jim Eldridge, Rod Venables with Glen Hudson built the track
and ran the course from 9.30 am till noon. All participants had a ball commenting that it was nice to have a real track to drive on. We had a drop off, a tightly negotiated and rutted shute, a climb and then some wombat holes
Club trip reportsAustralian East Coast Land Rover Festival
8-10 March 2013
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Club trip reportsand a reverse park to inish. Lots of smiles here.
Next was the reversing track
more fun driving forwards and
backwards around a course.
Snatch Strap Circle - drive around
in a circle while keeping the strap
off the ground – Great Fun.
The Water bowl is always great
fun on a hot day and this was no
exception, I was surprised that
four teams didn’t spill a drop.
Teams drove a course with 2 litres of water in a bowl, which was remeasured at the end of the
course.
The Water Blast was a highlight, with ive targets to be knocked over with a water blaster - great for young and old.
The Decca Lookout was also a big hit with many people
venturing up the hill in their vehicles to take advantage of
the spectacular views over Grabine State Park and towards
the dam wall.
Sunday’s Grand parade around the Grabine State Park was a
hit, then lining the vehicles up in order where we handed out
a number of awards, including
to Carlie Venables for taking
out the award for the Driving
Activities Grand Champion.
Thanks also to our two
exhibitors for supporting the
event: Davis Performance
Landies and Brindly’s Black
Steel Products.
So the Festival was a great
success. Thanks very much to
those that attended
Peter Mercer
Organiser
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Other trip reports
Farina township, South AustraliaIn October 2012, Derek and I travelled to South Australia to drive along the Oodnadatta Track. En route to the start of the track at Marree, we stopped at the ruins of Farina township, located approximately halfway between
Lyndhurst and Marree.
The old Farina township – now in ruins – is located on Farina Station. The current owners run mainly Merino
sheep and Hereford cattle. The original lease for Farina Station was taken up by the McConville family, but they
were forced to walk off in drought.
The area around Farina was explored by Eyre, Baggage,
Warburton and Stuart on their attempts to penetrate the
“Inland Sea”. In the 1870’s, the South Australian govern-
ment established a series of wells and reserves. The well
on Farina Creek, which is a tributary of the Frome River,
became known as “Government Gums”. In 1876, the site around the well was surveyed, and was proclaimed a town
on 21 March 1878. It was later named Farina by Gover-nor Jervois. The name “Farina” means “lour”, as it was thought that the area would become the “granary of the
north”.
During the 1870’s, there was a need for a railway into the Northern Flinders to transport wool and copper to Port Augusta. In 1882, the Port Augusta to Government Gums railway opened. From 1882-1884, Farina became the railhead of the irst stage of the narrow gauge railway, which became best known as the “Ghan”. Railway build-
ings, including platforms, goods sheds, sheep and cattle yards, station master’s residences, workman’s cottages,
etc. were constructed.
Farina remained too small to support a hospital, so the District and Bush Nursing Society of South Australia
established a “Cottage Hostel” in the old Transcontinental Hotel. Because of the isolation and the distance from
Adelaide or Port Augusta, it was dificult to attract medical staff, and only operated intermittently.In 1874, the irst policeman was posted to Farina. A one teacher primary school opened up in 1879 and closed in 1957. In 1898 the school had 54 students enrolled. In 1884, the rail line was extended to Marree and then on to
Alice Springs. The last load of cattle was railed in 1978. Sand across the tracks and the lack of fresh water were
only some of the major problems associated with the rail-
way.
Afghans brought camels to transport goods to and from
Farina. Camels were also used for specialised work and
Farina’s Gool Mahomet ran strings of ifty camels to scoop sand and dig dams. The Afghans lived on “Afghan Hill”.
By the 1920’s, the introduction of the motor car reduced work for the camels. They became a nuisance, with many
being shot following the Camel Destruction Act in 1927.
By 1888, the population had grown to around 100 people, and soon had two hotels, a Post Ofice, a bank, tele-
graph station, a police station, churches, and general stores.
The ruins are being restored and interpretative signs have been added around the township to tell the town’s story.
There was even a cricket ground! The cemetery is located a short distance from the township. Part of the cemetery
has an Afghan corner, separated from the main part, where the graves face Mecca. The main part of the cemetery
bush hospital
post ofice
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Other trip reports
includes the graves of many young children.
It is a very worthwhile stopover if you are
planning on driving the Birdsville, Strzelecki
or Oodnadatta Tracks. There is a very attrac-
tive bush camping ground adjacent to the old
township. Amenities, including barbecues,
tables, lushing toilets, and hot showers are available as long as you can light the ‘”donkey
boiler”! Fees are $5.00 per person per night from a self-registration box.
Thea Moyes
References:
Farina. Flinders Ranges Research. http://www.southaustralianhistory.com.au/farina.htm
Farina Station http://www.farinastation.com.au/
Olston, Rob. (n.d.). Farina: Ghost town on the gibber. Australian Heritage. http://www.heritageaustralia.com.au/
pdfs/Heritage%200606_OH%20Farina.pdf
Afghan cemetry
Farina campground
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Club trip reports
Breakfast, Lies and Coffee
TorPeas Café, Braidwood
Events for your calendarSydney Caravan, Camping & Holiday Supershow Rosehill Racecourse 20-28 April 2013 http://www.supershow.com.au
Border RV & Camping Expo Wodonga Racecourse 16-18 August
National 4X4 Outdoors, Fishing & Boating Expo Melbourne Showgrounds 23-25 August
Penrith Caravan, Camping & Holiday Expo Penrith Panthers 6-8 September http://penrith.supershow.com.au/
Sydney 4WD Adventure Show Dragway Eastern Creek 11-13 October
Canberra Times, Leisure, Caravan,4WD & Camping Show Exhibition Park 25-27 October
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Other news
EASY MEDIUM DIFFICULT VERY DIFFICULT
Overview Description All-wheel Drive and High
Range 4WD. Novice Drivers.
Mainly High Range 4WD but
Low Range required. Some 4WD
experience or training required.
Significant Low Range 4WD
with standard 4WD ground
clearance. Should have 4WD
driver training.
Low Range 4WD with high
ground clearance. Experienced
drivers.
Advisory Sign/Symbol Green Circle Blue Square Black Diamond Double Black Diamond
Dry Conditions
EASY
AWD&
4WD
Dry Conditions
MEDIUM
4WD
Dry Conditions
DIFFICULT
4WD
Dry Conditions
VERYDIFFICULT
4WD
Expected terrain & track
conditions
Mostly unsealed roads with no
obstacles and minor gradients.
Tracks with some steep and/or
rocky/slippery/sandy sections.
May have shallow water
crossings.
Tracks with frequent steep
and/or rocky/slippery/sandy
track sections. Possible water
crossings.
Tracks with frequent very steep
and/or rocky/slippery/sandy
track sections. May have difficult
river crossings.
Vehicle Suitability All-wheel drive and High range
4WD. Can be low clearance with
single range and road tyres.
Suitable for medium clearance
vehicles with dual range and all
terrain or road tyres.
Suitable for medium to high
clearance vehicles with dual
range and all terrain tyres.
Suitable for high clearance
vehicles with dual range tyres
suitable for the terrain. (Mud
terrain tyres)
Recovery Equipment Winch/Recovery equipment
required.
Driver training experience Suitable for novice drivers. Recommended that drivers have
experience or 4WD training.
Recommended to be done in
groups of vehicles.
Recommended for drivers with
reasonable experience or 4WD
training. To be done in groups of
vehicles.
Drivers with extensive
experience and advanced
training should only attempt
as there are several technical
challenges. Recommended to be
done in groups of four or more
vehicles.
Weather May be more difficult in wet
conditions.
Will be more difficult in wet
conditions.
Will be more difficult in wet
conditions.
Will be more difficult in wet
conditions.
The Four Wheel Drive Recreational Track Classification System provides a standard four level colour coded system to indicate the degree of difficulty
of 4WD tracks and routes. The classification enables visitors to understand the nature of a track before beginning their journey and allows them to
plan their trip for enjoyment, safety and comfort.
A number of areas have been classified in Victoria’s State Forest and National Parks along with Victoria’s Iconic 4WD Adventures. Instructions on
how to find individual track classifications can be found overleaf. For further details on Victoria’s Iconic 4WD Adventures visit www.iconic4wd.com.au.
Please note - All tracks are classified in dry conditions and will be more difficult in wet conditions.
4WD Recreational Track Classification
How tracks are rated
For further information please contact Parks Victoria 13 1963
or visit the website www.parks.vic.gov.au
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LROCV 50th Anniversary
A celebration of 50 years of the Land Rover Owners Club of Victoria
GUNDAGAI GYMKHANA 7-11 June Queen’s Birthday Weekend 2013
Two clubs were formed 7 days apart in Sept 1963. They were Victoria on the 13th and Newcastle on the 20th. They decided to check each other out the following year by meeting at Gundagai for a ‘Gymkhana’ & so establishing an annual event that went until 1981.
To celebrate our respective 50th birthdays, we are recreating the event as best we can on the Queen’s Birthday W/end and have extended the invitation to Sydney, Canberra & Gippsland clubs who have expressed interest.
The gymkhana events will be from original layouts (1970’s) as shared between the two clubs. I’m hoping there will be a good showing of Series vehicles as per the original event.
Our PlanThurs/Friday Arrival & Familiarization town tour etc.
Sat am – Motorcade series vehicles main street 10-11
Noon – Motorcade to woolshed/winery for photo shoot & Pizza lunch.
Pm – local drive & return to C/Pk for byo BBQ & socialize
Sun am – Gymkhana on Town common 10-3 with sausage sizzle by Lions club.
Pm – Services club 6-30 Dinner & presentations.
Mon am – 3 Rivers run A local drive with Stock & Station agent with ‘rivet’ counting stops. Byo lunch.
Tues am – Pack up & return home. Possible trip via Tumut & Cooma.
Accommodation 1 - River Cabins (3) opposite Town common & Gymkhana Event on Murrumbidgee Rv with plenty of room for campers trailers etc. brisk walk or drive to town. 2 – Top Tourist Park close to town drive through sites lots cabins & pwr sites. Place for sat bbq & walk to dinner & presentations. 3 – Lots of motels, B & B’s and hotels.
We invite you to partake in formal events & support providers of lunches engaged for your convenience & the use of their facility without charge.
Please make initial contact/booking to your own club asap with an expression of interest. Final costs conirmations and info pack in early April.
Don Harris for LROCV 50th Anniversary
03 9333 1419 or 0428 426 824 [email protected]
Other news
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Club Notice Board
Join us at Bethungra on 1 June 2013 for a fun night at the Shirley Hotel B&B.
We’ll meet at the Hall layby at 0900 hours to have time to explore the region before checking in to the hotel.
Local attractions include the Bethungra rail spiral and the Old School House Café (memorabilia and coffee). In Junee are the Licorice & Chocolate Factory and the Roundhouse Museum.
Check out the accommodation at http://www.shirleyhotelbandb.com.au/accommodation/ to get in quickly. Continental breakfast is included in the room price or a hot breakfast may be ordered for a small additional cost.
Dinner will be served to all and prizes will be awarded to those who come dressed for the era. Beware those who don’t!
BYO and soft drinks are available.
Contact: Ann Darke (Social Secretary) on 040 449 1443 or at [email protected]
Club Winter Function
1 June 2013
2014 4WD SPECTACULAR AND OUTDOOR RECREATION SHOW1-2 February 2014
Three of our members, John Jedryk, Anne Robins and Barry Herbert, are on the committee and, along with three members from the Southern Tablelands 4WDC and the ACT 4WDC, have started the planning pro-cess to bring our Spectacular to the community. In addition, Mary Bergstrom and Michael Thomson have volunteered to take on ancillary roles.
The undertaking of the 2014 Show can only be done with everyone’s assistance, so when asked, please, as usual, give your skills and time generously.
The Aims of the Show are:
• To promote responsible use of 4WD vehicles, demonstrate the beneits of being a member of
a recognised 4WD club, and raise community awareness of the Clubs.
• To provide an opportunity for members of the Clubs to interact with and develop relationships with members of like-minded organisations.
• Be at nil cost to the Clubs and return an accept-able proit.
• To provide an opportunity for commercial exhibi-tors to display, demonstrate and sell their products related to 4WD vehicles and outdoor recreation.
• To provide a donation to a charity or charities that are involved in supporting 4WDriving or related activities.
Michael Thomson (2012 Committee Chair)
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Club Notice Board
Club ClobberFOR THE BODY
Polo Shirt - Short Sleeve Cotton or Polycotton $35.00
Polo Shirt - Long Sleeve Poly Cotton only $35.00
Chambray Shirt - Long and Short Sleeve (Green) 2 pockets 100% cotton $38.00
Chambray Shirt - Long Sleeve (Blue) 2 pockets 100% cotton $38.00
Polartec Vest - Sleeveless Series II warmer $35.00
Polartec Jackets - Long Sleeve Series III warmest $40.00
FOR THE HEAD
Beanie, Polartec Cool $13.00
Sun Hat, broadbrim Cooler $16.00
Cap, peak suede (out of stock) Coolest $17.00
FOR THE CAR
Spare Wheel Cover $55.00
Key ring $10.00
Motto Badge $ 5.00
Stubby holder $ 5.00
I take along a selection of clothing to each general meeting for delivery at the following general meeting or by arrangement.
Rick Robins Merchandising
Short notice tripsGo to http://www.lrc.org.au/Short_notice_trips.htm for information on short notice trips.
This feature is for all club members who ind themselves with spare time on their hands at short notice and what to go for a day drive or a weekend away at a favourite spot.
Please send brief details and a direct contact email address and phone numbers to the Webmaster ([email protected]) for posting onto the web, and then follow up with all interested parties. You are requested to let the Trip Coordinator know of the trip and who is attending prior to the trip itself, but you need to coordinate all aspects of the short notice trip yourself.
This feature is for short notice trips only and does not replace the trip calendar for more complex trips.
A page on the Club website provides links to road condition reports. You can access it via the trips page (www.lrc.org.au/trips.htm) or directly via http://www.lrc.org.au/road%20conditions.htm
Re outback road information, I found this site very helpful - it has links to all States with outback connections:
http://www.outback-australia-travel-secrets.com/outback_information.html
A good Website for central Australia is http://www.transport.sa.gov.au/quicklinks/northern_roads/area1.asp
Driver Education UnitThe DEU (Driver Education Unit) is for the beneit of all club members to assist and share our knowledge and experience in safe, responsible and practical off road driving techniques.
Regardless of whether you are a new or existing member, if you feel that you would beneit from a 2 hour theory night followed by a practical day, you should register your interest with the Driver Training Coodinator at [email protected]
If there is suficient interest, the DEU may organise speciic training events for club members such as Winching, Snatch Strap Recovery, Water crossing etc.
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PurchasingThis month I decided to go a little further aield to investigate useful 4wd stuff for members. I have just spent the fortnight before Easter in the south island of New Zealand. Can’t say they have anything new over us Aussies, no bull bars, not many 4wds, really, some Defenders and series land rovers, not many new vehicles, did see a Sport, and a D4. Like Land Rover, most makes represented by few vehicles really, and most look a little different to the models sold in Australia. So, study tour over, will have to try the north island next time, just in case there is more on offer up there.
At club meetings I bring an assortment of Aussie recovery gear, priced for club members. I still have a range of electrical bits and bobs, to allow members to add the additional plug or socket etc.
Sweet-as
Michael Thomson Purchasing Oficer
Club Notice Board
Club LibraryThe Club library holds material relevant to four wheel drives and related activities. For a listing of the material held in the club library, or if you would like to borrow any of these items, contact me at either the monthly meeting, or by email to [email protected]
Due to the interest shown, I have bought two more copies of Camps Australia Wide.
If there is anything you think should be held in the library, please let me know.
Judy Wilson Club Librarian
Club gear for loanI am contactable at [email protected] or on 0403 468 503 if members wish to borrow any of the following club gear:
EPIRB 2 with GPS feature
Sat phone 2 (user to pay for calls) These units have 100 minutes prepaid talk time each
Shade shelters 2 3 x 3m roof only with pegs
BBQ 1 x 3 burner (pls return with Full Gas bottle)
Club tent 6 x 4m peg and pole tent
First Aid Kits 3 St John kits
Tirfor 3 hand winches
Drag Chains 5 x 10m (I will conirm the lengths)
John Jedryk Trip Coordinator
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for sale
Off-Road Camper Trailer, built by Challenge, South Australia in 2006.
High quality canvas. Full length awning with detachable walls with windows and door, all ly screened. Additional draw bar awning. All Vgc. Registered to June 2013.
• Queen size bed with innerspring mattress,plus 9ft inner tent space with windows and ly screens, Swing out kitch-en on tailgate with 2 burner stove, grill, sink and utility drawers
• 12v electrics with deep cycle battery and 240v charger, 12v outlets to kitchen and tent
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• Heavy duty trailer with Off-Road suspension, Tregg hitch, electric brakes, 2 x 4kg gas bottles, 2 water tanks, 150 litres in total, 2 Jerry can holders for extra fuel or water, large tool box
• Nissan patrol stud pattern and tyre sizes, Spare wheel on draw bar, Stone guard, Mounted spare spring, Rear tow hitch for bike rack, Swing away jockey wheel.
• Great family camper, especially suited to extended camping, Ideal for long stays at the beach, exploring national parks and those big outback trips
Reluctant sale at $9,850
Contact Derek on 0413 055 484 or Thea on 0413 999 034
opportunity
HOUSE and DOG SITTER
If you are heading off on a trip and need a reliable and competent person to look after your house and dog, I have a friend who can do both very well.
Please contact me for details if
interested.
Roger Quarterman ph 62496635
free to a good home
I have been given a set of Disco 3 roof bars. They are available to someone who can collect them from me next meeting. Phone Ian at 0419344552 to claim
'Out of the Shed' is a free service for club members where you can advertise anything you wish to buy, sell, rent, swap or give to a good home.
Want to ofload those old Landie split rims? Too many gearboxes in the spare bedroom? Looking for that special mahogany dashboard?
Ads will run for one issue unless otherwise requested (no commercials, please).
Send details to [email protected]
Out of the Shed