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For people who love Classic Cars
See Page 4 for a story on this month’s
featured car.
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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 Marilyn Vella 4977 3352 (Mobile 0488 594 993)
President’s Report:
Spring, what a great time of year. Whilst our cars get older, we are feeling younger. So let's
keep enjoying each other's company by attending these outings that George organises for us.
On behalf of the Caravaners in our Club, organised by Ron Thomson, we had a trip to Broke
Camp Grounds. We had such a great time, with Members arriving on the Wednesday to have
Morning Tea, Lunch & Games.
I'd also like to welcome the new Committee members & look forward to working with them
ensuring the future of our Club.
Club Meetings are held on the second Thursday of every month at Canton Beach
Sports Club in Hibbard Street, Toukley – commencing at 7.30 p.m.
14th November 2019 12th December 2019 9th January 2020
13th February 2020 12th March 2020 9th April 2020
14th May 2020 11th June 2020 9th July 2020
Event Director’s Club Runs - see details on Page 3
Newsletter: If you would like to contribute to the newsletter either by photos, comments
or advertisement, please email your correspondence to loric2@bigpond.com or contact
me on 4399 or (Mobile) 0414 991 738. Please note the deadline is the first Thursday of
the month.
Editor - Richard Laney
The opinions expressed in this magazine are not necessarily those of the Club, its
Officers or the Editor.
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GENERAL MEETING on 8th August 2019 Meeting Opened: 7:34pm
Our President Bob O’Brien was away on holidays, and our Vice President Steve Davis was away, so our
Club Captain Chris Ayoub chaired the meeting.
Members Present, absent and visitors – As per Attendance Sheet
Minutes of Previous Meeting were deemed to have been read. Business Arising: Nil
Acceptance of Minutes: Moved D. McCann Seconded M. Payne Carried
CORRESPONDENCE:
IN: Motor Meter
Invoice from Central Coast for hire of Hall
OUT: Newsletters to members who did not attend last meeting.
Acceptance of Correspondence. Moved L. Ballard Seconded J. Payne Carried
TREASURER’S REPORT:
Marilyn Vella gave her report for the month of July.
Acceptance of Treasurer’s report: Moved M. Vella Seconded B. Hansell. Carried
REPORTS:
President ……. Bob O’Brien on holiday
Vice President……Steve Davis absent
Club Captain… Chris Ayoub wished everyone a good evening. Don Thomson
has been in for surgery, but otherwise all seems to be in good spirits. Hope to see you all happy and
healthy. Will be sending Don a card, ad a card was sent to Danny McCann. Sue Dewhurst will be going in
for a small surgery on her hand on the 18th.
Events Director…..George Vella related that on Saturday 13th July we had two events – All British Day at
Newcastle. They tell me it was cold. At Stroud it was not so cold. We had a good roll up and a very
pleasant day.
Sunday 28th July - we went to Hinton Pub for lunch. Very good. Roll up of 14 cars and 28 people. It was a
beautiful day weather wise, beaut day all around.
Future runs as per newsletter. A reminder for numbers for Paxton lunch and Presidents BBQ lunch and
Broke Fair is pre-book.
Wednesday 18th September is Fish and Chips run to Crackneck Lookout.
Plates Director…..Gary Chivers said that the CMC Meeting is this month. There are over 3000 cars
registered with them.
Magazine Editor….Annette Davis was absent
Librarian/Historian/CMC Delegate…….Adam Chivers bought the club’s album and asked if anyone had
slot cars that they did not want anymore.
Acceptance of all reports: Moved J. Stimson Seconded S. Dewhurst Carried
GENERAL BUSINESS
Paul Baker asked if there was a limit to the amount of cars that one could have on historical plates. The
answer was no.
Cessnock Swap Meet is this weekend.
Does anyone have a 1977 450 Mercedes, if they need a rear window and 2 seats see Chris as he has
them for free.
There being no further business, the meeting closed at 7:59 pm
Reminder –Next Meeting Thursday 12th September 2019 – our AGM
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EvEnt DirEctor’s
Club Runs
Sunday 20th October 2019 - Speers Point Lake Macquarie Show and Shine
Meet 7.30 a.m., leave 7.45 a.m.
Lots of Stalls, DJ Vinnie, Food available or BYO
Saturday 26th October 2019 – Chromefest at The Entrance
Meet at North Entrance at 8.00 a.m., leave 8.15 a.m.
Food available or BYO
Saturday 9th November 2019 – Toronto
Twilight Run - Meet 4.00 p.m., leave 4.15 p.m.
Hamburger Meal – supplied by the club
Wednesday 20th November 2019 – Mystery Run
Meet 9.00 a.m., leave 9.15 a.m.
Morning Tea at Mulbring Park with Lunch at a “Mystery Location”
Sunday 1st December 2019 – Christmas Party
Lions Park, Colongra Bay Rd., Lake Munmorah
10.00 a.m. – 2.00 p.m. Drive independently
There will be a raffle with lots of prizes.
Cost: Adult $15 Child $5 (4 yrs and under – Free) - see Treasurer
Wednesday 11th December 2019 – Mid-Week Run for Christmas Party
Meet 9.00 a.m., leave 9.15 a.m. for Yellow Rock
“Nibblies” supplied by our club
BYO morning tea, lunch and drinks
➢ All runs commence from Wyee (Cnr. Wyee Rd. and Hue Hue Rd.) – unless otherwise
advised.
➢ No runs will be cancelled – please meet at the meeting point and a decision will be made
over a cuppa at Maccas (Morisset).
➢ When attending ANY of the runs listed below, make sure that you have recorded your
name on the Attendance Sheet. It is your responsibility to sign in.
➢ Dates and details are subject to change.
➢ Hand-Held CB Radios:
o Must always use Channel 18
o Lead car has one handset – to advise of turns, traffic hazards etc.
o Tail-End Charlie – hears information from the lead car. Always stay in the rear.
For the most part, the rear car has a view of the convoy and is therefore able to
let the leader know if a problem has occurred with anyone in the line ahead.
o When radio is no longer required on any given day, please ensure the unit is
completely turned off and returned to Events Director.
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This month’s “cover page” is Wal Reed’s Cortina 240
I purchased the car from Geelong – sight unseen in January 2015. When it arrived,
it was a bit of a shock as it needed a lot of work, starting with body work which I
did myself – Paint Mazda Pure Red by Gunmaster Bob O’Brien.
Most mechanicals were completely worn out. After much thought, I decided to go
down the modification track, to make a more driveable car.
The engine was replaced with a 1997 Toyota 1800cc out of a Lite Ace Van, complete
with 4 speed overdrive auto; Brakes from a Toyota Starlet; Speedo Drive and Cable
from a Toyota Hilux; Radiator from a Nissan Vanette. Fully engineered by RTA.
I myself ended up being on a first-name basis with the local wrecking yard.
The moral of the story is “Photos don’t always tell the story when buying a car”.
Wal Reed
MEMBER’S PROFILE Vehicle Details
Name Wal Reed Make Ford UK
Occupation Retired Model/Year Cortina 240 1968
Wife/Partner’s Name Stella Bell Paint Colour Red
Vehicles owned at present 68 Cortina 240 Mechanical Details Modified
86 VL Commodore
Hobbies and Pastimes Time in my shed Engine Toyota 1800cc 1997 from
Snooker Toyota Lite Ace Van
Favourite Sport Football Transmission Toyota 4 speed overdrive
from Toyota Lite Ace Van
Favourite Book Non-fiction Brakes Front Disc Toyota Starlet
How long a Member 16 years Suspension Front Macpherson Strut
Ambitions Look after Stella Suspension Rear Semi Elliptic Leaf
and live long
Car you would like to own 36 Ford Roadster Wheels / Tyres 13” alloy
Conditional or Full Rego Conditional Brief History of Built Geelong
Plate No: 59295D Vehicle 47 years
87346F one family in Victoria
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Happy Birthday to all our
October birthday members!
Club Merchandise - See Treasurer Marilyn Vella
Club Car Stickers $1.00 Club Car Sashes $20.00 Cloth Shirt Badges $10.00
All members are invited to attend the following runs – when attending any of
these runs make sure that you have recorded the run in your 60-day log book.
1. Donut Derelicts Australia Runs
a. Second Sunday of every month – 8 a.m. onwards
b. Café Penoz, Reliance Drive, Tuggerah Business Park
2. Surf, Sand and Cars at Lakes Beach Café
a. Third Saturday of every month from 8 a.m.
b. Lakes Beach, Central Coast Highway, Budgewoi
c. A voluntary donation to help Kidney Health Australia
3. Central Coast Cars and Coffee – events can be viewed on their FB page
a. Last Sunday of each month from 8.30 a.m. to 10.30 a.m.
b. Mt. Penang Waterfall Café – entry via Kangoo Road
FOR SALE
➢ Club Car
➢ Toyota Camry
1988
➢ Air Conditioned
➢ Power Steering
➢ Full History
$2800
Contact: 0409 927 172
WANTED
❖ T-model buzz box / ignition coils
❖ Oil Tins
❖ An Anvil Chris Ayoub: Mobile: 0414 578 255
Email: chrisayoub666@icloud.com
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1259 Form - Requirement for Plates Registrar
For New Registrations and Renewals
1. Member must be a financial member of Twin Lakes Classic Auto Club Inc.
2. Car must be checked for originality
a. By inspection or by photos or vehicle body and mechanics AND
b. Declaration by owner / operator of mechanical originality
3. Car must be checked for roadworthiness
a. By inspection by Plates Registrar OR
b. Pink slip
4. Plates Registrar MUST receive a copy of the completed 1259 Form for club records.
BROKE FAIR RUN 8th September 2019
On arrival at the Meeting place we met with all the other members and visitors
who were attending the Broke Fair.
The weather was a bit chilly at Wyee and even I felt the coldness of the air.
Given the usual information of what way we were going and the approximate speed
we will be travelling, this is so we can hopefully all keep up.
We have arrived and it didn't take long to get to our designated spot under the
cool of the trees.
We set up our chairs and tables and most of us then got down to the hot coffee, tea
and cakes and bickies. Yum.
Then it happened............ The men went for the cars and.............. The women went
for the stalls.
A few plants given to each family and some interesting purchases were made.
Lots of members from other clubs interacted with our club members and some
caught up with people they had not seen in a long time.
The day seemed to go so quickly as before long it was time to head home. BUT not
before we called into Macca's to get a longed-for ice cream. You won't believe it
the bloody Machine was broken down. Just our luck. Plan B is now in place, off to
Macca's at Morisset a few of us went.
OH THAT ICE CREAM TASTED SOOOO SOOOO SWEET.
With happiness in our bellies we then set off for the comfort of home.
Great day was had by all.
Thank you so much to the members and
visitors who enjoyed this Club Run with us.
Marilyn Vella
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CRACKNECK LOOKOUT
Wednesday 18th September 2019
There were nine cars altogether at The Entrance Bridge. Quite an excellent turnout
for such a cold and rainy day. Only Richard and Lorraine were brave enough to bring
a historic car! After much discussion and gazing hopefully up at the sky (not at all
promising) it was decided that Crackneck Lookout was a definite “no go”, but coffee
and morning tea at Budgewoi Park would be dry and a good compromise.
We set off in torrential rain which fortunately eased by the time we got to
Budgewoi. It was rather nice sitting under cover looking out over the lake. In fact,
a few other lakes had formed in the park itself; one under the playground. Kids
would have had an absolute ball splashing through the water.
After a pleasant hour or so the clouds parted and the sunshine, which I understand
had been specially ordered by Marilyn, arrived (if a little late) and it was decided
we would stay on for lunch. Our intrepid menfolk braved the weather and were
sent hunting and gathering to the fish and chip shop. This arrived without further
ado and we all enjoyed a good lunch. More chatter, laughs and jokes shared and
what had originally looked as if it might have been “a washout” turned out to be a
very lovely day.
Ron & Sandra Thomson
This friendly pelican decided to join
us for lunch at Budgewoi. (Ed.)
Broke caravan Wednesday Run – 25th September
What a superb day we all had. Everyone partook in the games that were
organised.
Pancakes thoroughly enjoyed, wood chopping took the puff out of a few,
the hand carting of rocks to build a wall around the campfire, the cheering of
the spectators while the great games took place and the bike rides some of us
had on the bike that Bob found on the junk pile.
Lunch was had with lots of stories being told by a few members.
Then it was all over and we headed home.
Everyone at this run is congratulated for coming together and making
this run a great day. NOT TO BE MISSED NEXT YEAR.
Marilyn Vella 8
BROKE CAMPING AND CAR CLUB RUN
Wednesday 25th September 2019
Our brave pioneering men and women started rolling up in their wagons from
Monday 23rd onwards. The usual protective circle formation (gotta watch those
Indians) was assumed and the fire, courtesy of Bob O’Brien was set up in the
centre. I wasn’t there on the first night, but I believe it was A GREAT FIRE.
More wagons arrived on Tuesday, so we had 15 campers in all (plus a ring-in
named John who refused to move and is now thinking of joining our club!) It was
good to see all the finely tuned athletes practising and honing their skills ready for
the events of the following day. Although some late arrivals did park on our golf
course which caused Games organisers some consternation! The weather was
beautiful, but it didn’t stop us building AN EVEN GREATER FIRE that night.
Wednesday morning broke warm and sunny and everyone was up and about early
in great anticipation of “The Broke Olympics”. The opening parade arrived mid-
morning with three classic cars and various dignitaries in their own vehicles.
Twenty-five people in all including visitors and ring-ins.
The opening ceremony consisted of pancakes cooked courtesy of Bill and Stella
and Ron. Then the Games started in earnest. Mick took out the Putting comp;
Sharon won the Bocce. The tension was too great, so we paused for lunch. After
lunch, there was a random log balancing display. Will definitely took that one out.
Bob also was front of the Peloton in the bike race, but there was an official protest
as he owned the only bike. Also, a log carving comp (wood and chain saws
courtesy of Mark Dewhurst). No actual winners there but the timber came in
handy that night.
After some victory celebrations the closing parade set off in their cars for the
journey home, and those of us remaining decided to build a BIG fire pit. Rocks
were collected and “Brokehenge” was constructed. That night we had AN
AMAZING FIRE!
Our last day and the weather was still kind to us. Some campers had to leave.
Everyone was a bit weary after the strenuous activities of the previous day so a
walk to the local store/pub for lunch was in order and ice creams on the way
home. That night we were determined to use all our timber. We didn’t quite use
it all, but we had A TOTALLY EPIC FIRE!!!
Friday...homeward bound. Another successful camping trip with lots of stories
shared around the fire.
RON & SANDRA THOMSON
See next page for photos taken at Broke – courtesy of Dennis Tame
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Need to chop some wood for the campfire! A Group of “very busy” Happy Campers
Time for Pancakes with
Day visitors arrived to add even more fun
Maple syrup, Jam and Cream
and games to the Broke Olympics!
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Sandra is in full swing for Mini Golf
Mick playing Boccé in the Grand FinalThis article supplied by Bill Hansell
TLCAC Plates Registrar
The article pertains to the Victorian Log-
Book scheme and the abuse of it.
An article I have seen from the CMC states
that we have up to 400 rogue clubs in
NSW, who are apparently abusing our
system. CMC plan to take this up with the
RMS later this year.
Editor
11The Annual General Meeting was held on
Thursday 12th September, resulting in the
election of committee members as shown
below.
Thank you to the out-going members who
have given of their time and energies during
the past membership year.
We welcome new and continuing committee
members and wish them all every success and
enjoyment during their term of office.
The AGM concluded with supper and a
delicious celebratory “AGM Cake” supplied by
the Club.
The Alan Ballard Memorial
Shield for the highest attendance
on club runs was awarded to:
Mick & Sharon Smith
Congratulations and Well Done!
Committee Members’ Contact Details
President: Bob O’Brien 0447 966 772 Email: carolyn.byles46@gmail.com
Vice President: Danny McCann 0428 248 859 Email: danny.laraine.mccann@gmail.com
Secretary: Geoff Reilly 4977 2436 Email: gdr1007@gmail.com
Treasurer: Marilyn Vella 4977 3352 (Mob: 0488 594 993) Email: marilyn2727@bigpond.com
Events Director: George Vella 4977 3352 (M: 0477 245 660) Email: marilyn2727@bigpond.com
Club Captain/Welfare: Ron Thomson 4396 5650 (M: 0408 860 988) E: sandeet@hotmail.com
Newsletter Editor: Richard Laney 4399 1738 (M 0414 991 738) Email: loric2@bigpond.com
Plates Registrar: Bill Hansell 4357 1307 (M: 0428 571 307) E: william.hansell@bigpond.com
Librarian/Historian: Mick Smith 4390 5245 (M: 0424 922 525) E:sharongreenjade@gmail.com
Postal Address: Secretary TLCAC PO Box 4274 Lakehaven NSW 2264
Website: www.shannons.com.au/club/carclubs/twin-lakes-classic-auto-club
Webmaster: Lorraine Laney 4399 1738 (M: 0414 691 738) Email: loric2@bigpond.com
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