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ON
PATROL
No 26.
The Magazine of the
Nissan Patrol 4WD Club
of NSW & ACT Inc.
April 2020
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Nissan Patrol 4WD Club
General Meetings
2nd Wednesday of each month at the
Veteran Car Club
134 Queens Road
Five Dock NSW 2046
Meeting starts at 8.00 pm
Visitors are welcome
Club mail can be sent to:
Nissan Patrol 4WD Club
PO Box 249
FIVE DOCK NSW 2046
Nissan Patrol 4WD Club
of NSW & ACT
CONTENTS
About the Club 3 Convoy Procedure 18
Committee Members 4 TR1 – Queanbeyan Show 19
Editorial 5 Club Stats 20
President’s Report 6 Aussie Citizenship Test 21
New Members 8 Down the Track – Hay River Track, NT 22
Get to Know ... Anne Symonds 9 Up the Creek - Kiama 24
Driver Training & Working Bees 12 A-Z of NSW NP – Oolambeyan 28
Club Calendar 13 Nature Lover – Flowering Gum 30
Boredom Breaker 15 Club Shop 31
Leaders, New Trips & Bookings 16 Club Library 32
Trip Classification 17 Camping Checklist 34
Radio Channels 17 Lockdown Laughs 35
The views expressed in this magazine are not
necessarily those of the Nissan Patrol 4WD Club LOCKDOWN LAUGHS
of NSW & ACT Inc. The Club and its officers do
not expect nor invite any person to act or rely on
any statement, opinion or advice.
Front Cover: Jason H with his GQ Patrol
having a dirty weekend at Menai.
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NISSAN PATROL 4WD CLUB
OF NSW & ACT INC.
About the Club
The Nissan Patrol 4WD Club was established in 1976 by a group of four-wheel drive enthusiasts from
other clubs interested in pursuing common interests and activities in 4WD'ing, and also aiming to
give the Nissan Patrol its own identity. Although named for the Nissan Patrol, the Club welcomes all
types of four-wheel drives capable of completing our driver training course.
In 2002, the Club fulfilled a long-held dream and purchased its own property of 94 hectares in the
Windellama region near Goulburn. The land is used for Club activities such as bush camping, driver
training and social activities. There is also a dam on the property which provides a reliable source of
water for bush fire-fighting.
In May 2006, our initial idea of a large shelter/shed came into fruition and was finally completed.
The shed acts as our bush classroom which allows us to easily host our Driver Training Courses. It
is also the place where we have our Easter, Xmas In July and Club Anniversary weekends, and is
available for free camping by members at any time.
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The club atmosphere is, and always has been, to have fun and develop long lasting friendships from
a wide variety of people from all over Sydney, Canberra and surrounding areas.
The club holds regular driver training days for all members, trips from
one day to several weeks' duration (such as outback trips) and a variety
of social activities.
Club trips are graded depending on the degree of difficulty to cater for all
levels of four-wheel driving. On trips, the traditional “happy hour” and
campfire provide a wonderful setting for story-telling, having a quiet
drink and building solid friendships.
We are strongly committed to “Access for All” (except ratbags) in our National Parks and State
Forests, protecting the environment through responsible four-wheel driving and helping to 'Clean-Up
Australia' by cleaning up our bushland.
Since 1980, the Club has been hosting varying types of events for the general public to enjoy in their
4WD’s. In past years there were the annual Nissan Trials, which saw inter-club challenges testing
the driving skills of both individuals and teams.
In recent years, the Club also ran the “Son of Trials” at River Island
near Mittagong. These events offered standard road registered
vehicle owners, from learner drivers through to experienced
4WD’ers, to participate in a number of challenging courses to test
their skills and have the chance to win some fantastic prizes.
For further information about the Club, please go to our website at www.nissanpatrolclub.org
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NISSAN PATROL 4WD CLUB
OF NSW & ACT INC.
PO Box 249
FIVE DOCK NSW 2046
Club website: www.nissanpatrolclub.org
ISSN 1446-0718
COMMITTEE MEMBERS,
ASSISTANTS & OFFICE BEARERS
11 March 2020 to 10 March 2021
COMMITTEE
President Rollanda
Vice President Wendy
Secretary Anne
Treasurer Christopher
Membership Secretary Steve
Trip Organiser Mark
Training Co-Ordinator Chris
Land Manager Richard
Social Convener Mark
OFFICE BEARERS
Webmaster Robert
Editor Tania
Publicity Officer POSITION VACANT
Purchasing Officer Steve
Technical Officer Scott
Equipment Officer Ross
Librarian TBA
Sergeant-at-Arms TBA
Association Liaison Rolanda
ACT Liaison TBA
Auditor/s TBA
ASSISTANTS
Assist Training Co-Ord TBA
Assistant Land Manager Scott
Assist Social Convener TBA
Assistant Editor Fiona
Please contact the President
if you would like to join the Committee
and have a part in the running of YOUR Club.
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A Note from
The Editors
Dear Members, Friends and Visitors,
First it was the bushfires that had many packing a few meagre belongings, fleeing their homes for
safety and praying for rain. When the rains finally arrived, the deluge brought flash flooding to
areas that saw a month’s worth of rainfall over a couple of days. But not long after the fire and
rain, Mother Nature does her thing and new life soon began to grow.
7 December 2019 15 February 2020 10 March 2020
Now, we are told to stay in our homes, cancel or postpone outings, and watch the world shut down
because of this COVID-19. But, as THEY say, when life gives you lemons – make lemonade (don’t
slice them up for your Corona’s). So instead of more doom and gloom, throughout this mag, there
are a few items I’m calling “Lockdown Laughs” to start spreading some laughter instead of a virus.
I tried to fit in as many as I could to put a little fun in our isolation. Some of you may have seen
these, as they have been shared many times on Facebook. Again, as THEY say, laughter is the
best medicine (and a dose of some anti-biotics on the side wouldn’t hurt either).
Make the best out of the worst situation. While in isolation, you can:
• catch up with those odd jobs around the house and garden
• sort out your wardrobes, storage areas, garages & sheds
• give your car and/or truck a really good clean up
• watch a series on Netflix or read a book
• have a family game or movie nights
• crafters like me, can finally get to those UFO’s (that’s Un Finished
Objects) or start new ones. (2 on the hook & planning the next)
• Most important of all: Get out your maps and PLAN YOUR NEXT TRIP
So, STAY HOME, STAY SAFE and PLEASE take all the necessary precautions if you really do
need to go out.
Keep On Patrolling!
Tania & Fiona & Ruby
(Fiona has returned as Assistant Editor)
Next magazine due on the website
6 July 2020.
All articles for the next magazine MUST be sent in a
Microsoft Word format and forwarded to
editor@nissanpatrolclub.org
by 30 June 2020.
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The Report from
Madam
President
Dear Members,
What a wild ride it has been, the last little while! The year started with bushfires threatening large
parts of the eastern seaboard. Thankfully the Club’s Land and shed were not affected. In the
background, a new Corona Virus was spreading through China, but we didn’t think much of it over
here … until it hit our shores and turned our lives upside down. Just about all of us have been
affected financially, socially, physically and possibly mentally. The Club has also been affected.
General meetings at the Veteran Car Club are suspended until gatherings are permitted. The
closure of the National Parks and State Forests as well as various State borders has curtailed trips.
Driver training, working bees, Easter at the Land and the Bush Mechanics Course are all on hold for
the foreseeable future. It is for that reason that the Club property is also closed until further
notice. Many of us had the same idea, to go there to isolate. Great in theory, but you would be
there isolating with many other like-minded members.
So, with all this upheaval, the committee (via video conferencing) held its regular meeting to
discuss the club’s operation as well as ways of staying in touch with you. Technology seems to be
the solution. Our new web master Robert Kinsey, is looking at ways to set up Zoom so we can
connect electronically on our regular meeting nights. If you don’t have a computer or a web cam,
dialling in via telephone also works. Please keep an eye out in your email for more information
regarding the set up.
The AGM held in March saw only one significant change in the line-up. After many years of service
to the club as web master, Brett McCurley handed over his responsibilities to a new member,
Robert Kinsey. This change came about as Brett changed jobs and started a family. This meant
that time in front of a computer became shorter. The committee and I would like to thank Brett for
his dedication and help. He has been instrumental behind the scenes keeping the web site and
Facebook up to date. Robert joins the committee and brings many years of experience in the IT
industry. What am I, chopped liver?
So, now I will look back at the year that was:
This past year has been a busy and interesting time for our members and the committee. The new
Constitution and By-Laws were passed and registered with the Department of Fair Trading. This
was a process that began in 2018 and was completed and passed in time for the 2019 AGM. Mark
Crowley led the time-consuming project and I am happy to say that this exercise will not need to
be repeated for several more years.
The land working bees moved from monthly to quarterly events, this means that the level of
member participation has increased, resulting in an increase in productivity and socialising. The
fires that ravaged the state from July to January, presented a threat to the land. However, the
winds looked favourably upon us and the Land came through the season unscathed. Having said
that, a visit from the Windellama RFS captain highlighted some issues that will have to be
addressed. Most importantly, moving wood storage away from the shed, clearing a perimeter
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around it and installing a roof sprinkler system on the shed, toilet and generator container is in the
planning and building stage.
Changes to insurance brokers and the National 4WD Association saw upheavals in the club’s
insurance arrangements resulting in large increases in premiums. Several alternatives were
examined and discussed by the committee and at a special meeting it was decided to rejoin the
NSW 4WD Association. It was a decision that was not taken lightly, however the benefits that have
flowed from this is that the club has not had to pay for stands at the Eastern Creek and
Queanbeyan shows, there are also insurance discounts for club members through Club 4X4.
Several other clubs also returned to the Association for similar reasons. I have attended monthly
and quarterly meetings of the NSW 4WD Association and I am happy to report that the Association
has moved from what was once a combative and at times hostile stance to a collaborative and
welcoming group. The Association’s relationship with the State Government and NPWS has
improved and the Association now has members sitting on a number of advisory committees. The
advisory panel studying the bushfires and the NSW NPWS committee both have an association
delegate on board.
There are now semi regular meetings of the ACT membership, I am aiming to have this become a
regular meeting on the club calendar. I attended several of those meetings last year, and I hope
that my successor will continue to do the same. I hope that there will eventually be an ACT
representative sitting on the committee soon. Unfortunately, overall membership has dropped
over the year. It seems to be a combination of senior members choosing not to renew as lifestyles
change, plus a lack of short trips.
Financially, the club has maintained its finances at a steady state. New stock accounting
procedures will more accurately reflect the club’s surplus or deficit. However, the lower
membership renewals reflect lower annual receipts. While the club’s infrastructure is in place,
expenditure going forward should be given careful consideration. The club no longer has a major
fundraiser to top up its coffers.
Driver Training places great demands on the trainers’ time. Sadly, several assistant driver trainers
have withdrawn due to work commitments, leaving the team short on manpower. This is an issue
that will be examined over the following months.
There are regular long trips on the calendar, however, we are always looking for shorter weekend
or day trips. Trips (not necessarily 4WD Trips) to towns affected by the bushfires would be a great
way to support those towns as they struggle to recover. Blaze Aid is another charity that is always
looking for people to help affected communities, and I encourage you to consider volunteering
some of your time. The Association is also organising trips to help out Blaze Aid, the club has been
invited to participate in those events.
A strategy day was held in November, led by Anne Symonds. Encouragingly, several members
attended the day. New talents were discovered as well as new perspectives on issues that the
committee had been discussing. Anne also worked on a business plan, which I believe is on the
web site for all members to read and make comments.
Over the last 12 months, your committee has demonstrated a dedication to the smooth running of
the club. There have been two extraordinary meetings that were convened to work through
problems in a constructive way. I thank all of you for your dedication and time through these
endeavours.
Cheers,
Rollanda Rosenstrauss
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Club Member of the Year Award
Kevin Mc
Presented on 12 February 2020
The Club would like to acknowledge and Welcome the following
New Members who have joined during the past 3 months.
Mark K
Colin M & Meghan O
Asitha M & Ayanthi H
Sue C
Andrew M & Mia G
Brandan P
We hope you all have an enjoyable, friendly and fulfilling
time with the Club and stay with us well into the future.
LOCKDOWN LAUGHS
They said a mask and gloves were all All sports have been cancelled until
you needed to go to the grocery store. further notice.
They lied! However, you can see live boxing at
Everybody else had clothes on. Coles, Woolies and Aldi.
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As May is the month for all mother’s everywhere, the April GTK is dedicated to the Ladies.
GET TO KNOW …
ANNE S
BORN: North Coast, NSW
LIVES AT: Ashfield, NSW
OCCUPATION: Work Health Safety Professional /
Consultant
FAMILY: Partner and 4 year old son
PETS: 15 year old deaf, near blind, Maltese
Terrier, with few teeth left … who still bites!
HOBBIES: 4WD’ing and home projects.
NPC MEMBER SINCE: June 2018
CLUB POSITIONS HELD: Secretary since 2019
YOUR VEHICLE: Nissan Patrol 2016 ST 3.0Lt DTi
TYRES: Coopers ST Maxx 285/70R17
MODIFICATIONS: Bull Bar, Dual Wheel Carrier, Tow Bar, Underbody Protectors, Front
Recovery Points, Steel Rims, Snorkel, Dual Battery System with BMS and Solar, Side
Rails and Brush Bars, 3inch Exhaust, LED Spotlights, Stone Guard Film, Diff Breather
Extension, Gauges for EGT, Boost, 12Volt, Engine Oil, Coolant Temp and Transmission
Temp, UHF Radio and 6ft Antenna, Catch Can, Water Watch, Air Compressor, Winch with
Synthetic Rope, Heavy Duty Springs and Nitro Shocks, Long Ranger Main Tank, Rear Coil
Tower Bracing, Throttle Control, Roof Platform, Rear/Side Lights, Camp LED’s, Rear
Drawers, Water Tank/Pump, Awnings, Rear Barn Door Table and GVM 3.5T Upgrade
FUTURE MODS: 70lt Sub-Tank, Heat Exchanger, A-Frame Bracket, LED Headlights, HF
FIRST VEHICLE: Datsun SSS 1.6lt Sedan
PAST VEHICLES: Jeep Cherokee 2006 3.0l Sport,
Petrol, range of Sedans and Wagons
OTHER VEHICLE: Land Rover Discovery
DREAM VEHICLE: Dual Cab Toyota Landcruiser
79 Series and custom rear cab
TENT OR TOW: (Describe) Tent and sometimes
a swag
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FIRST CLUB TRIP: (Not the club land) Deua National Park
FAVOURITE TRIP: Maralinga, South Australia
MOST VISITED PLACE: (Not club land) High Country NSW and VIC
WORST TRIP: None!
FUTURE TRIPS: Simpson Desert, Canning Stock Route and others
WHAT WOULD YOU LIKE TO SEE THE CLUB
DO IN THE FUTURE?
Market itself more, because the club has so
much value to offer! It is especially important
to start organising now for celebrations of our
45th Anniversary coming up in 2021!
WHAT THE CLUB MEANS TO ME:
The club is inclusive of all vehicles and people,
it’s friendly, it has the best training which can
be attended as many times as you like, you
can always find good 4WD advice and
expertise, there is a wide variety of trips and
you get to see this beautiful country with like-
minded, great people!
OH NO! I FORGOT TO PACK THE ...???
If you are driving to the Club Land from Sydney, and suddenly realise that you didn't pack
the tomatoes, eggs, meats, etc. Never fear, the IGA Marulan is open for business and is
conveniently located just off the highway. You can even do your whole weekends
shopping here. Take the Marulan Exit at the truck checking station, follow the road under
the highway, then take the first left on to George Street.
IGA Marulan
11 / 69 George Street, Marulan
Offering top quality meats,
fresh fruit & vegetables,
bakery, deli & liquor sections,
lots of big-name brands,
and friendly customer service.
Groceries & Deli Sections Liquor Section
Monday-Friday 7.00 am to 7.00 pm Monday-Friday 9.00 am to 7.00 pm
Saturday 8.00 am to 7.00 pm Saturday 9.00 am to 3.00 pm
Sunday 9.00 am to 5.00 pm Sunday 10.00 am to 3.00 pm
10LOCKDOWN LAUGHS
CORONA VIRUS PLAY LIST TOP 40
1 Every Breath You Take – Police
2 Don’t Fear the Reaper – Blue Oyster Cult
3 Made in China – Higher Brothers
4 Don’t Stand So Close to Me – Police
5 Bat Out of Hell – Meatloaf
6 It’s the End of the World as We Know It – REM
7 Catch My Disease – Ben Lee
8 Take My Breath Away – Berlin
9 Keep your Hands to Yourself – Georgia Satellites
10 All By Myself – Eric Carmen
11 Stayin’ Alive – Bee Gees
12 My Sharona (My Corona) – The Knack
13 Come on Eileen (Covid 19) – Dexy’s Midnight Runners
14 You Make Me Sick – P!nk
15 Toxic – Britney Spears
16 Isolation – John Lennon
17 Better – Screaming Jets
18 I’m Not Dead – P!nk
19 When the World is Running down – The Police
20 I’ve Got the Clap – The Chats
21 Remedy – Adele
22 Living on a Prayer – Bon Jovi
23 Knocking on Heaven’s Door – Bob Dylan
24 Shutdown – Australian Crawl
25 I Will Survive – Gloria Gaynor
26 Living on the Edge – Aerosmith
27 Dancing with Myself – Billy Idol
28 Lost in the Supermarket – The Clash
29 Dead Man in my Bed – Nick Cave
30 Virus – Bjork
31 Gambler – Kenny Rogers
32 Wish you were here – Pink Floyd
33 Stairway to Heaven – Led Zepplin
34 Highway to Hell – AC/DC
35 DILLIGAF – Kevin Bloody Wilson (for the hoarders)
36 We Gotta Get Out of this Place – The Angels
37 I Want to Break Free – Queen
38 Unwell – Matchbox 20
39 Always Look on the Bright Side of Life – Monty Python
40 Welcome to my Nightmare – Alice Cooper
CHALLENGE:
There are so many more songs that would fit into this category.
I challenge you to find 10 more that are not on this list.
11DRIVER TRAINING
with
Chris
Driver Training Co-ordinator
The Nissan Patrol 4WD Club provides free driver training to its members, which is included in your
membership fee. The Driver Training Course covers a comprehensive range of topics. Some of
these topics teach you practical driving over a variety of terrain and obstacles. Our courses are
Basic Driver Training, Basic Recovery Techniques, Advanced Driver Training, Advanced Recovery,
and many more.
Before you are permitted on a Club Trip, it is a condition of Club Membership that you complete
the Club Basic Driver Training Course, regardless of your prior 4WD'ing experience.
The Basic Driver Training Course is conducted on our own land near Goulburn, where a range of
purposely built tracks give the course participants a variety of track surfaces. Our Land also has
facilities to conduct other educational functions, such as GPS Operation and First Aid. Our Club
shop is regularly at Driver Training selling top quality recovery gear, 4WD essentials and Club
merchandise at very reasonable prices.
Anyone who wishes to do the Recovery Refresher Course is most welcome to join any Basic Driver
Training Sunday at the Club Land. Our driver trainers are looking forward to all our club members
attending and revising the safety and recovery techniques that make our 4WDriving a safer and
more enjoyable activity for all.
See the Club Calendar for the next Driver Training weekend.
WORKING BEES
With
Richard Scott
Land Manager Assistant Manager
Working bees sound like they would be a lot of hard work. BUT, our club working bees usually
have very little work and then you are free to do whatever you want. Regular working bees are held
to help with land maintenance.
At the Land, there is the opportunity to help establish new driver training tracks, assist with the
shed, tank and toilet/shower facilities, collect and cut up firewood, then have a chat around the
fireplace and an excellent Saturday night dinner at “The Loaded Dog” in Tarago.
Please consider helping out at the land, and contact the Land Managers to enable them to organise
work activities and catering.
See the club Calendar for the next Working Bee weekend.
LOCKDOWN LAUGHS
Why is everyone buying up all the toilet paper?
Because when one person coughs, another 10 people shit themselves.
12CLUB
CALENDAR
The Club Calendar is always being updated.
Please check the Club Website for the latest information.
ALL EVENTS CANCELLED
UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
GENERAL Government advice has been to stop non-essential indoor gatherings. The Veteran
MEETINGS Car Club has also advised us that their Hall is closed until further notice. Accordingly,
General Meetings of the Club will be suspended until further notice.
ALL TRIPS There have had to be a number of changes to various trips on the
Club calendar as a result of the Government’s call
to stop all non-essential travel. This includes
• Murray Sunset/Mungo NP – April
• Bendethera – June
• Cape York – August
DRIVER All Driver Training is suspended until further notice.
TRAINING
SOCIAL As a result of the Government’s call to stop all non-essential travel,
EVENTS The following Club events have been cancelled:
• Easter at the Land
• Bush Maintenance Weekend
• Committee Dinner
• June Long Weekend
WORKING All Working Bees are suspended until further notice.
BEES
COMMITTEE Committee members have been in contact with one another and
MEETINGS we are in the process of setting up a Zoom system so that the
Committee will still be able to meet monthly.
4WD SHOWS All Caravan, Camping & 4WD Shows & Events for the near future
& EVENTS have been cancelled until further notice.
We will keep club members informed of any news or updates
through emails and our website.
13PAUL KELLY
IAN MOSS – TIM FINN – JOHN WILLIAMSON – KATE CEBERANO
GLENN SHORROCK – THIRSTY MERC – ROSS WILSON – BJORN AGAIN
WENDY MATTHEWS – SHANNON NOLL – DRAGON – THE RADIATORS – MI-SEX
CHOCOLATE STARFISH – VIKA & LINDA BULL – STEVE BALBI – MARK GABLE
THE CRACKUP SISTERS – CAITLYN SHADBOLT – THE BIG RED BASH BAND
MESSAGE FROM BIG RED BASH FOUNDER AND FESTIVAL
DIRECTOR GREG DONOVAN
Thursday 19th March 2019
• Due to the Coronavirus the Federal Government has issued a ban on non-essential outdoor
gatherings of 500 people or more
• We still hope the Bash can go ahead and we are continuing to plan.
• We’ll make a decision about whether or not the event is going ahead by the 24th of April at the
latest.
• If the Bash doesn’t go ahead this year all of the artists on the 2020 line up will be back in 2021 and
your 2020 ticket would become valid for 2021. If you are unable or don’t wish to attend in 2021
you could request a refund, which would be provided.
• If you have other questions about refunds and ticketing if the event doesn’t go ahead, please be
patient. There will be more information on this coming soon.
• Please check Facebook, your email and the website regularly for updates from our team.
LOCKDOWN LAUGHS
SELF ISOLATION DIARY
DAY 1: I have stocked up on enough non-perishable food and supplies to last me for 6 months.
DAY 1 + 45 minutes: I am in the supermarket because I wanted Tim Tams.
DAY 2 without sports: Found a young lady sitting on my couch. Apparently, we are married.
DAY 3: Now I know why dogs get so excited to go for walks.
DAY 4: My cat is still trying to figure out why I’m in his house after 8am.
DAY 5: Started 3 new jobs around the house. Can’t finish them because I need to get supplies
and the hardware store is quarantined.
DAY 6: Have already gone through a month’s worth of snacks.
DAY 7: It’s like Vegas here. Drinks are acceptable at any hour and nobody knows what time it is.
DAY 8: Started 2 more jobs. Same problem as day 3.
DAY 10: My wife has taken up gardening, but won’t tell me what she’s planting in that big
rectangular hole. She just say’s it’s a surprise.
DAY 12: The date is March 43.
DAY 13: Met a very friendly spider today. He’s a web designer.
14BOREDOM BREAKER
If you are stuck in isolation due to Covid-19
and are wanting something to do, now would be
the perfect time to get out your maps
and start planning to lead your next club trip,
and be all ready for when the State Borders,
National Parks & State Forests re-open.
Here are some ideas from the book
"4WD TREKS CLOSE TO SYDNEY".
Newnes
Stockton Beach - The Bridle Track
The Hunter Region - Baal Bone Gap - Chichester Forest
Tianjara Fire Trail - Jenolan to Wombeyan Caves - Abercrombie Trek
Dixons Long Point - Barrington Tops - Sunny Corner Trek
Watagan Mountains - Yengo National Park
Turon River
Our Trip Organiser can help you with further information.
Or plan a Social Event for a day trip
or a few hours of an afternoon.
It can be an afternoon of tennis, golf, or bowling,
ride a bike, a horse, a go-cart or a jet boat,
cheer at a game of football, cricket or basketball,
see a movie, a show or a carnival
have a picnic in the park, a swim in a river,
or a day at the beach
climb a hill, a mountain or the bridge,
visit a museum of history, of art, or transport.
There are so many things to do and
see in this wonderful city.
LOCKDOWN LAUGHS
PEOPLE LIVING NORMALLY PEOPLE DURING QUARANTINE
How long is this social distancing Our thoughts go out to all the married
supposed to last? My husband keeps men who’ve spent months telling the
trying to get in the house. wife, I’ll do that when I’ve got time.
15TRIP LEADERS and NEW TRIPS
4WD trips are the heart of our Club and we need more trips and more Trip
Leaders. Trips can be for a day, weekend or even longer.
If you've found a special place with great tracks, views, natural features, walks
or a terrific camping spot then why not share it with like-minded friends from the
Nissan Patrol 4WD Club who enjoy getting out into the bush as much as you
do.
Alternatively, you could organise a non-4WD event such as a winery tour, river
cruise, scenic walks around Sydney or to places of historic interest.
If you would like to lead a trip, please contact the Trip
Organiser
Cheers,
Mark
Trip Co-ordinator
Nissan Patrol 4WD Club of NSW & ACT Inc.
BOOKING ON A CLUB TRIP
• You are required to book in on any Club trip you
wish to attend by contacting the Trip Leader.
• Introduce yourself and discuss with them your
vehicle capabilities and level of driving skills.
• Leave a contact number.
• You must reconfirm your participation in the trip
a few days before departure.
• If you must cancel, contact the trip leader at the
earliest possible time, so reserves can take your
place and no-one is waiting for you where
mobile phones don’t work.
LOCKDOWN LAUGHS
Put a drink in every room of the house and call it a Pub Crawl
16TRIP CLASSIFICATION
This class of trip is considered to be extremely difficult. Participants will
A have to be experienced at travelling over difficult terrain. Winching
and/or towing will almost definitely be required. Participants will be
required to bring along a certain amount of recovery equipment. The
trip leader will have the right to reject a request from someone who is
considered under-experienced.
B This type of trip is considered a moderate to difficult trip. Some
winching and/or towing will almost certainly be required. Under extreme
weather conditions this trip could develop into a Class “A” trip.
This classification is considered a moderate trip. Various sections of this
C trip will require cautious driving in order to negotiate it, but in most
circumstances, winching should not be necessary. Under extreme
weather conditions this trip could develop into a Class “B” trip.
D This trip is considered a relatively easy trip. It is unlikely that any
winching and/or towing will be required.
E This trip is considered very easy with little or no four-wheel driving
involved. This type of trip will usually consist of either an easy-to-get-to
base camp or a series of scenic tours.
W Definitely, the most hideous of all trip classification, where you actually
need to get out of your vehicle and walk to the desired destination.
UHF CB RADIO
CHANNEL ALLOCATION
USED FOR CHANNEL/S COMMENTS
Calling 11 To call or locate another station. Parties then switch to a conversation
(Established by law) channel.
Conversations 9 Used for conversation between stations.
12-17
19-21
24-30
39
Highway 40 Mainly used by truck drivers and other highway users.
Communications
Caravaners, 18 Holiday Maker's communication channel. (eg when in convoy)
Campers
4WDrivers 10 Used by 4WD enthusiasts, clubs, convoys and in national parks.
Emergency Calling 5 Can be used by anyone in an emergency situation only.
(Established by law)
Repeaters 1-8 In duplex mode repeaters need two channels to work. Receives on
31-38 channels 1-8. Transmits on channels 31-38 automatically. When
within range of a repeater, it will increase the communication
difference. Operation in simplex mode on these channels is not
permitted when in range of a repeater.
Data Transmissions 22, 23 No voice transmissions allowed on these two channels.
(Established by law)
17CONVOY
PROCEDURE
For the benefit of new members and as a reminder to old members, convoy
procedure on any NISSAN CLUB outing is as follows:
• The trip leader will ensure that the group on the outing is self-sufficient and should only call
on outside bodies for assistance with recovery as a last resort.
• No driver will drive in a manner - or at a speed - that could endanger himself or any other
person or vehicle.
• In hazardous areas it is the responsibility of the following driver to ensure that the previous
vehicle has passed through the hazard before proceeding.
• It is the responsibility of all drivers to maintain (visual) contact with the following vehicle,
especially at intersections.
• Persons leaving the convoy must notify the Trip Leader and, if possible, give details of their
intentions.
• On trips including two or more vehicles, each vehicle will remain in a designated position in
the convoy and not overtake the vehicle in front unless the driver of that vehicle slows down
and signals the overtaking vehicle to pass.
• It is the responsibility of the Trip Leader to ensure that all drivers of all vehicles in the
convoy are aware of any deviations in the route.
• No driver will park or drive in the reverse direction to the hazard of other vehicles.
• If a driver is trying to contact the rest of the group, he will turn on his headlights. This is the
signal for the rest of the drivers to stop.
• All gates must be left in the manner in which they are found. The second vehicle in the
convoy must pull over and wait for all vehicles to pass and then re-join the convoy after
ensuring that the gate is left as it was found.
• When any form of recovery is in progress all those not directly involved in the rescue
operations must keep well clear and at a safe distance. Parents are particularly asked to
keep their children at a safe distance.
• The use of radio transmitters does not replace convoy procedure.
The trip leader will remind all drivers that convoy procedure should be followed before
moving off.
LOCKDOWN LAUGHS
For the first time in history, you can Week One of Home Schooling:
help save humanity by doing nothing and One student expelled, the other didn’t
lying in front of the TV. show and the teacher fired for drinking
Don’t stuff it up! on the job.
18QUEANBEYAN 4WD SPECTACULAR
1-2 February 2020
Day 1
Rollanda & Steve, Wendy & Scott, Chris,
Steve, Tania, Mark, Anne
Another Queanbeyan Show and another extremely hot
weekend. The temperature reached 42°C today, which
meant only the very brave that were not actually working at
the show managed to come to the showgrounds to see
what was on offer.
Pedestrian traffic started with a small crowd, but soon
thinned out around midday. A mix of the heat, afternoon
sports and the nearby Canberra bushfires keeping people
away. The afternoon crowd was mainly other exhibitors
checking out everyone else’s stands.
A few people came by the Nissan Patrol Club stand.
Some very interested in the Club, but no new members
signed up.
Day 2
Steve, Wendy & Scott, Chris, Steve,
Tania & Fiona, Mark, Paul
A much cooler day, compared to yesterday, with the
temperature reaching 33°C, and the crowds taking
advantage of the cooler morning air, which didn’t last very
long.
Today, Wendy did some Club shopping, looking for
specials for meeting raffles, and Steve H went shopping to
increase the stock for the club shop.
A few more people very interested with the Club, and took
home pamphlets and information should they decide to join
later, however, we did have one new member join up later
in the afternoon.
Throughout the two days, the main drawcard to our stand was Chris C’s vehicle on display.
We also had many Club members and friends of Club members stop by to say hello. As
the Club’s Show Special continues till the end of February, we may still get some new
members sign up through the website.
LOCKDOWN LAUGHS
Next Queanbeyan Show:
5-6 February 2022 Quarantined with
(date to be confirmed) Hubby for two weeks,
Gertrude is knitting
something special for
him!
19CLUB
STATISTICS
A DIFFERENT VIEW OF THE CLUB
Our member's vehicles are a variety of different makes, models and colours.
Here are a few of the numbers as at the end of March 2020.
VEHICLES COLOURS
NISSAN Patrol 74 White 61
Navara 3 Polar White 1
Silver 14
TOYOTA Land Cruiser 9
Silver Sky 1
Hilux 7
Grey & Silver 1
FJ Cruiser 1
Pewter Grey 1
Prado 8
Gunmetal Grey 1
Fortuner 1 Grey 7
FORD Ranger 3 Dark Grey 1
Maverick 1 Blue / Silver 1
Explorer 1 Blue 5
Dark Blue 1
HOLDEN Colorado 1 Green 7
ISUZU Dmax 3 Gold 3
Mux 2 Bronze 1
Bronze Beige 1
IVECO Daily Earthcruiser 1 Champagne 1
JEEP Cherokee 2 Sand 1
Golden Sand 1
LAND ROVER Defender 1 Brown 2
MAZDA BT50 2 Red 4
Red / Grey 1
MITSUBISHI Pajero 4 Red / Champagne 1
Triton 2 Maroon 2
Graphite 1
SUBARU XV 1
Charcoal 3
VW Amarok 3 Black 4
Pearl Diamond 1
AUDI Q5 1
Don't Know 3
TOTAL 132 TOTAL 132
There are 37 White Nissan Patrols in the Club.
Totals include 14 with a 2nd 4WD vehicle
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Where’s Wally At the Beach In the City At the Park
20A little bit of laughter to help pass the time of isolation.
If you don’t understand some of the questions, now is a good time to study Aussie Slang.
AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP TEST
1 Do you understand the meaning, but are unable to explain the origin,
of the term "died in the arse"?
2 What is a "little beauty"?
3 Are these terms related: chuck a sickie; chuck a spaz; chuck a U-ey?
4 Explain the following passage: Question 4
"In the arvo last Chrissy, the relos rocked up for a barbie, some
bevvies and a few snags. After a Bex and a lie down, we opened the
pressies, and scoffed all the chockies, bickies and lollies. Then we
drained a few tinnies and Mum did her block after Dad and Steveo had
a barney and a bit of a biffo." Question 9
5 Macca, Chooka and Wanger are driving to Surfers in their Torana. If
they are travelling at 100km/h while listening to Barnsey, Farnsey and
Acca Dacca, how many slabs will each person consume on average,
between flashing a brown eye and having a slash?
6 Complete the following sentences:
Question 11
a. "If the van's rockin', don't bother .....
b. You're going home in the back of a .....
c. Fair crack of the .....
7 "I've had a gutful and I can't be fagged." Discuss.
8 Have you ever been on the giving or receiving end of a wedgie?
9 a. Do you have a friend or a relative who has a car in their front yard Question 12
"up on blocks".
b. Is his name Bob and does he have a wife called Cheryl?
10 Does your family regularly eat a dish involving mince meat, cabbage,
curry powder, and a packet of chicken noodle soup called either chow
mein, chop suey or kai see min? Question 14
11 What are the ingredients of a rissole?
12 Demonstrate the correct procedure for eating a TimTam.
13 Do you have an Aunty Irene who smokes 30 cigarettes a day and
sounds like a bloke?
14 In any two hour period, have you ever eaten three-bean salad, a chop
and two serves of pav washed down with someone else's beer that
has been flogged from a bath full of ice? Question 16
15 When you go to a bring-your-own-meat barbie, can you eat other
people's meat or are you only allowed to eat your own?
16 What purple root vegetable beginning with the letter B is required by
law, to be included in a hamburger with the lot?
17 Do you own or have you ever owned a lawn mower, a pair of thongs,
an esky or Ugg boots?
18 Is it possible to "prang a car" while doing "circle work."
19 Who would you like to crack on to?
Question 20
20 Who is the most Australian: Kevin 'Bloody' Wilson, John 'True Blue'
Williamson, Kylie Minogue or Warnie.
21 Is there someone you are only mates with because they own a trailer
or have a pool?
22 What does "sinkin' piss at a mates joint" and "gettin' para" mean?
Question 21
21Down the Track
A look at 4WD Tracks
Around Australia
HAY RIVER TRACK, NT.
All travellers to this area, both now and in the future, owe their thanks to the persistence of
Jol Fleming from Alice Springs to have this area opened up for outback travel.
Alice Springs
Plenty Highway
Hay River Track
Birdsville
During the mid 1990’s, Jol met Lindsay Bookie on one of his four wheel driver training
courses. Lindsay told Jol he was from out that way, but Jol thought no more of it until
1998 when he was approached by the Ford Motor Company to do a Sales Incentive trip
from Alice Springs to Birdsville. Jol contacted the
Central Land Council regarding getting a permit to
travel the Hay River Area, who in turn put Jol in
contact with Lindsay Bookie. Lindsay was not keen
at first to let anyone travel through his lands, but
with further discussions, Jol was given the OK.
Jol Fleming & Lindsay Bookie
22In May 1998, Jol and Lindsay went to scout for a track down the Hay River. The going
was so tough, that they only managed to get as far south as the Lake Caroline turn off.
They then back tracked and an alternative road was found for the Ford venture.
Unlike other areas of the Simpson Desert, there was no oil exploration seismic work
carried out in this area, so it is still a true remote wilderness area. It has become an
increasingly popular destination for 4WD enthusiasts looking for a different view of the
Simpson Desert compared to the French and QAA lines. The track begins from Poeppel
Corner and crosses over just south of the Plenty Highway.
One of the best times to visit the Hay River
areas is right after the rains, since this brings to
life the flora and fauna of the desert, allowing
visitors a great view of the colourful desert
blooms. The same flora can make passage
along the track somewhat slow, which means
visitors should allow for plenty of time to
complete the journey. When passing through
the wetlands, visitors should look out for fish,
shrimp and water birds, as well as the Perentie,
which is the largest goanna in Australia.
Anyone looking to undertake a 4WD trek of the Hay River will need to do their homework
because this is definitely a track for the more experienced and prepared off-road travellers.
Since the surroundings are remote, four-wheel drivers need to ensure they’re fully stocked
for the journey, which can only take place between the months of March and November.
During the hotter summer months, the desert is closed.
One of the reasons the Hay River Track is so
exciting is the fact that it was only recently
opened to the public, so many visitors
consider it to be a new and exciting territory
to explore. Travellers need to take note that
permits are required to pass through the
desert.
Bush camping is available along the track, while there are two
designated camping areas: Batton Hill Camp and Gemtree.
Visitors to the Batton Hill Camp will need to pay a camp fee
and the site provides basic amenities, such as toilet facilities,
showers and barbeques. The Gemtree campgrounds should
be booked in advance and provide fuel facilities.
One of the most popular sites along the Hay River Track is, of
course, the Hay River itself, which can be difficult to traverse
because of the soft sand. However, it isn’t likely for water to be
present due to the arid conditions of the surrounding area.
Preparation is the key when taking a journey such as this. The
vibrant colours, narrow tracks, shifting sands and isolated
surroundings make for a truly exciting venture into the desert.
23UP THE CREEK
A quick look at some of the great
camp sites by our beautiful waterways
KIAMA, NSW
Kiama is a coastal town 120 kilometres south of Sydney in
the Illawarra. One of the main tourist attractions is the
Kiama Blowhole. Kiama features several popular surfing
beaches and caravan parks, and numerous alfresco cafes
and restaurants. Its proximity to the south of Sydney
makes it an attractive destination for many day-trippers and
people wanting to stay numerous nights.
Kiama was the site of two strong volcanic flows, called the
Gerringong Volcanics, which came out of Saddleback
Mountain, now a collapsed volcanic vent. The Kiama
Blowhole is part of an erosion process on the more recent
rock, formed into columnar basalt. Before the cedar-
getters arrived in the area around 1810, the local
Indigenous Australians, Wodi Wodi of the language group
Dharawal, had been using the land for thousands of years, moving every six weeks or so
in family groups. This is supported by a midden of shells at nearby Bass Point used for
more than 17,000 years. During this time the whole coastal hills was covered in rainforest
and cedar brush. There is evidence of a flourishing culture with intricate possum cloaks, a
developed song and story cycle, and a deep understanding of the many plants of the
rainforest. Only a few remnants of rainforest survive along the escarpment in places like
the Minnamurra Rainforest Centre. There is strong evidence of recent sea debris showing
a mega-tsunami hit this coast around 1487 A.D according to Dr Ted Bryant of Wollongong
University.
The first European to explore the area was George Bass who
stopped there on 6 December 1797 and viewed Kiama's
blowhole.
During the early settlement of eastern Australia, the Kiama area
was settled by wheat farmers, since the soil was volcanic and
rain-swept unlike most of Australia. Early Jamberoo was the
population centre from about 1830 to the 1860s and when the
wheat failed to grow, the farmers switched to dairying, and was
one of the birthplaces of the Australian dairy industry with the
first Dairy Factory (The Kiama Pioneer Factory) and first Dairy
Co-operative in Australia.
George Bass
24There were three original major land grants, Thomas Surfleet Kendall (son of lapsed
missionary Reverend Thomas Kendall), Michael Hindmarsh and Matthew Cignarella, all of
which married sisters of the Rutter family. The Kendalls were cousins of Henry Kendall,
the famous Australian poet. The Kendall name is remembered today in several places
such as the spooky Kendall Cemetery in Kiama Heights and Kendalls Beach. The
Hindmarsh’s are remembered in Kiama's main park, Hindmarsh Park, and after 10
generations still live on their original land.
Kiama's next population boom was powered by its
quarries, which multiplied rapidly in the early years
of the 20th century. The basalt formed by two
volcanic eruptions 240 million years and 66 million
years ago was a valuable commodity for a growing
colony, with the blue metal used to pave Sydney's
roads and as ballast for its railways. It was very
similar to the basalt found in Northern Ireland.
There are still active quarries in the Kiama area,
including the N.S.W. Railway Quarry, and the
remnants of earlier quarries are easily visible
throughout the town and often have facilities built Bombo Quarry
inside them such as the Kiama Leisure Centre. One particular quarry, the Bombo
Headland, is of scientific importance as it is the site of the discovery of the longest known
geomagnetic polarity interval called the Kiaman Reverse Superchron.
When Kiama Harbour was hollowed out after 17 years' work, and flooded in 1876, larger
steamers such as from the Illawarra Steam Navigation Company could enter and a
flourishing sea trade followed. The Kiama Pilot's Cottage was finished in 1881 and the
Kiama Lighthouse in 1887. Kiama really hit its boom time in this period, from 1890 until the
Great Depression in 1927, when many of the quarries closed.
Over time tourism and housing growth turned
Kiama into a dormitory suburb (where people
travelled away to work) and summer tourist spot.
Kiama is a tourism haven in summer, during which
its population triples. The Kiama Pilot's Cottage is
now a local history museum. Nearby, on Black
Beach, is a memorial to the blue metal freighter SS
Bombo, which capsized and sank outside Port
Kembla harbour in a huge gale after departing
Kiama for Sydney on 24 February 1949. Twelve of
the fourteen crew were lost. SS Bombo in service as stores-carrier
HMAS Bombo during WW2
The beaches around Kiama offer a large range of
surfing conditions. Many surfing competitions are held
here every year. These include Boyds Beach – Kiama
Downs, Bombo Beach – Bombo, Surf Beach – Kiama,
Easts Beach and Caravan Park – Kiama Heights,
Kendalls Beach – Kiama and Mystics Beach –
Minnamurra River.
Kendalls Beach
25The name "Kiama" is derived from the Aboriginal word
"kiarama", which means "Place where the sea makes a noise".
Kiama is also known as the place where the mountains touch
the sea. This is in reference to the Kiama Blowhole which
attracts many visitors annually. The "Little Blowhole" is a lesser
known blowhole as it does not share the same central location
or the scale associated with the larger Kiama Blowhole. The
Little Blowhole is on a headland south of the central part of
Kiama between Easts and Kendalls Beaches.
Both have areas for viewing, though the Kiama Blowhole attracts
more tourists. A coastal walking track currently allows people to
walk from Minnamurra to Easts Beach, past both blowholes. A 7
kilometre southern extension to this path has been opened to
allow people to walk along the cliffs to Gerringong. Kiama Blowhole
A few kilometres north at Bombo is Cathedral Rocks, a formation well known and visited,
with a walk/cycleway going along the Kiama coast. There are other rock formations on
these cliff headlands of moderate renown.
The Kiama Post Office, one of many historic
buildings, is known for its history and pink colour,
although it was repainted in 2012. It is situated near
Black Beach.
Kiama has a strip mall of cafés, restaurants, art
galleries and shops on Terralong Street. Also on
this street is a war memorial, an historic fire station
used for exhibits, and a small shopping centre.
Kiama Post Office
There is a strong art following and interest in cultural events in Kiama, and in 2013 an arts
trail was introduced to showcase the work of individual artists, together with regular arts
events in the area. Food and wine trails are also becoming more popular in the area.
Kiama Lighthouse, on Blowhole Point, was built in 1887 and is
situated close to the Kiama Blowhole. The point also contains a
heritage pilot's cottage and a tourist information centre. North
West of the Blowhole is Kiama Harbour, home to fishing boats
and seafood market where you can buy local fish. The point also
contains seaside cabins and a wonderful rock pool.
A locally famous phenomenon is the local group of Australian
Pelicans. The pelicans have been honoured with a metal statue
at the harbour.
Kiama Lighthouse
26Seven kilometres southwest of the town is
Saddleback Lookout atop the 600-metre
high Saddleback Mountain with views over
the Illawarra Plains and escarpment and
south to Nowra, Pigeon House Mountain
and Coolangatta Mountain. Saddleback
and Noorinan mountains provide an
impressive backdrop to the city.
The Jamberoo Action Park, a mainly ride-
orientated water-themed park, is situated
10 minutes inland of Kiama in the small
town of Jamberoo. View from Saddleback Mountain Lookout
West of Kiama in the green hills lies Jerrara Dam, built in the 1800s to supply water to the
area. It is now a reserve.
North of the Minnamurra River is Killalea Recreation Area, a nature reserve on Bass Point.
It is south of Shellharbour.
Jamberoo Water Park
Kiama coastal Walk Jerrara Dam Pelican Statue
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27A-Z of NSW
National Parks
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
OOLAMBEYAN NATIONAL PARK
Oolambeyan is a 22,231 hectare national park
located south of Carrathool and 46 kilometres
south east of Hay in the Riverina region of south
western New South Wales, Australia.
Oolambeyan Station was once a grazing
property for its merino stud which was purchased
by the Government of New South Wales in
November 2001. The historic shearing sheds
and other farm buildings, some of them dating
back to the 1930s, and discover the historic
heritage of this site.
Enjoy walking among the roses, go birdwatching
under the trees and find a shady spot to enjoy a
picnic, this peaceful location in the Riverina
district is a great spot. If you’ve got the kids with
you, they’ll love cycling along neighbouring trails.
Check the weather before you set out as the road to Oolambeyan Homestead picnic area
can become impassable when it rains.
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Oolambeyan National Park. Here are
some of the highlights.
SPRING
Rainbow bee-eaters migrate to the park, and these
small, brightly coloured birds can be seen around the
homestead. Wildflowers, such as paper daisies and
darling peas, are in full bloom and carpet the
landscape in yellow, white, purple and green.
AUTUMN
See Oolambeyan Homestead's roses in full bloom
during autumn. The colour changes in the
landscape and the clear days make for lovely
walking and beautiful photographs.
Rainbow Bee Eaters
28WINTER
This is the best time of year to see superb
parrots which migrate here to feed in the
cypress pines and boree woodland.
For nearby accommodation in Hay, there
are Caravan Parks, Hotels, Motels, and
Bed & Breakfast. The choice is yours.
Oolambeyan Homestead
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HOMESCHOOLING SCHEDULE
9am: Home Economics – Learn how to make a decent cup of coffee
10am: Engineering – How to operate a vacuum cleaner & washing machine
11am: PE – Carrying rubbish/recycling out to bins & hanging washing on the line
1pm: Chemistry – How to bleach and disinfect the bathroom
2pm: Geography – Lesson in where the items strewn across the floor ACTUALLY live
3pm: Orienteering – How to find the washing basket
3.30pm: Horticulture – Chopping vegetables
4.30pm: Science – Learn how hot water and Palmolive liquid removes grease from pans
5pm: After School Club – Go to your room and be quiet
Now that we have everyone washing their If the schools are closed for too long, the
hands correctly, next week’s lesson will be parents are going to find a vaccine before
turn signals. the scientists.
NURSE: Sir, you have been in a coma NURSE: Your Covid-19 test came back
since February. positive.
PATIENT: I can’t wait to go outside and PATIENT: That can’t be correct. I have
attend large social gatherings. more than 300 rolls of toilet paper.
29NATURE
LOVER
FLOWERING GUM
The flowering gum or “Corymbia” is a fairly recent genus
(previously in Eucalyptus) of about 110 species of evergreen
trees, generally known as “bloodwoods”, with outstanding
terminal flowers. Their nectar-rich flowers are white, yellow,
cream, red, pink or orange with stamens held in cup-like
bases. Urn-shaped capsules form after flowers fade, against
aromatic gum leaves. They enjoy full sun and are tolerant of
drought and light frost once established, can tolerate pruning
if you so desire and need little else. Most are fast-growing
and long-lived, however growing species outside of their
endemic region can be problematic, with Western Australian
species struggling in the wet, humid summers of the Eastern
states. Corymbia ficifolia (Eucalyptus ficifolia) – one of
Western Australia’s best, with red, orange, white or pink
flowers and a rounded canopy to 9m tall, thrives in low
humidity, however the following Summer Series hybrids have
been developed for gardens across to Sydney and up to
Brisbane. Grafting has made them tolerant of most soil
types and also ensures that vigour, colour and size grow
‘true to type’.
There are now many varieties of Mini Flowering Gums that
grow up to 2-3 metres in height, which would suit a smaller
garden. Some varieties can even be grown in a large pot.
30Club Shop
With
Steve
RECOVERY GEAR
Snatch Strap Spanset brand 9m x 60mmx 8,000kg $ 55.00
Chain & Grab Hooks 1.75m x 7mm alloy Grade 80 chain & 2 grab hooks 35.00
3m x 7mm alloy Grade 80 chain & 2 grab hooks 48.00
6m x 7mm alloy Grade 80 chain & 2 grab hooks 85.00
Bow Shackle 4.7t SWL Grade S - Complies with AS 2741 10.00
3.2t SWL Grade S - Complies with AS 2741 8.00
Tyre Gauge 3psi to 60psi - includes storage case 19.00
Gloves Made with soft cow hide leather 6.00
Tree Trunk Protector Black Rat brand 3m x 75mm x 8,000kg 35.00
Winch Extension Strap Spanset brand 30m x 50mm x 4,000kg 80.00
Snatch Block Black Rat brand 8,000kg - suits 6-12mm cable 40.00
Tigerz11 brand 10,000kg - 11mm cable diameter 35.00
Recovery Hitch & Shackle Tigerz11 brand - fits towbar box section 35.00
Winch Cable Dampner Tigerz11 brand - a must for all winching exercises 32.00
ARB Compressor Kit Fully equipped boxed kit - includes hose kit 320.00
ARB Air Compressor For fixed mounting in your car's interior or engine bay 265.00
ARB Air Hose Kit Ideal kit for vehicle mounted air compressor 45.00
ARB Speedy Seal Kit Emergency tyre plug repair kit 55.00
Staun Tyre Deflators Set & forget, hands free tyre deflators - Set of 4 75.00
Hi-Lift Jack Genuine Hi-Lift jack brand as sold by ARB 160.00
Hi-Lift Jack Bumper Lift Kit Secure hook for bumper. For use with Hi-Lift Jack. 55.00
ARB Recovery Bag SMALL size - perfect for storing your recovery gear 55.00
4WD ACCESSORIES
UHF Aerial GME AE4018K1 - includes aerial & base $ 125.00
GME AE4705 - includes aerial & base 210.00
Roo Lite Light kit 180mm driving light kit complete with wiring harness 235.00
Windscreen Repair Kit DIY windscreen repair kit - fits in glove box 26.00
FixAll Tape Fix split hoses, tubes & leaks - price per roll 10.00
Diff Breather Extender Kit Reduce the chance of water ingress - with all fittings 70.00
Dual LED Strip Light Yellow LED deters insects - White LED for bright light 35.00
Kaymar Telescopic Light Mount on to a Kaymar Rear bar spare wheel holder 222.00
BBQ Plate Medium Size - with stand 68.00
Campfire Tripod 4' high - ideal for bush camp cooking 40.00
Water Bag Traditional Water bag for mounting on bull bar 50.00
CLUB MERCHANDISE
Men's Red Polo Shirt Club red - Sizes Small to 5XL $ 20.00
Women's Red Polo Shirt Club red - Sizes 16 to 20 20.00
Reversible Vest Club red / navy blue - Sizes Medium to 3XL 50.00
Stubby Holder Nissan Trials red stubby holder - collector's edition 5.00
NOTE:
Some items may be out of stock and do not appear on this list.
To place your order, please go to the Club Website
- Member's Zone - Club Shop -
and follow the instructions indicated for
purchase, payment and pick-up.
31NPC
In the Library Paul
Librarian
Library
BK BOOKS MG MAGAZINES
1 Best 4WD Adventure Treks No 2 1 Australian 4WD Monthly Feb 2001 (Trials 2000)
2 Broken Hill - The Accessible Outback 2 Australian 4WD Monthly No 45
3 Bush Camps & Rest Areas Around Australia (1) 3 Australian 4WD Monthly No 90
4 Bush Camps & Rest Areas Around Australia (2) 4 Australian 4WD Monthly - The Driving Guide
5 Bush Camps & Rest Areas Around Australia (3) 5 Australian 4WD Monthly Recovery Guide
6 Camping Guide to NSW - 1st edition 6 Australian 4WD Action Going Bush on a Budget
7 Camping Guide to NSW - 4th edition 7 4x4 Australia No 257
8 Camping Guide to NSW - 5th edition 8 4x4 Australia No 265
9 Camping Guide to Queensland - 3rd edition 9 Network News August 2006
10 Camping in Queensland - 7th edition 10 Network News December 2006
11 Camping Guide to South Australia - 3rd edition 11 Network News April 2007
12 Camping Guide to Tasmania - 2nd edition 12 Network News Spring 2007
13 Camping Guide to Tasmania - 4th edition 13 Bushdriver Vol 22 No 5 (w NPC Trials 2000)
14 Camping Guide to Victoria - 2nd edition 14 TLCC News Vol 32 No 6
15 Camping Guide to Victoria - 4th edition 15 Nissan News July 2010
16 Camping Guide to Western Australia - 2nd edition 16 NPC Nissan News April 2008
17 Explore Australia Camping Chef 17 NPC Nissan News October 2008
18 - 18 NPC Nissan News January 2009
19 Fraser Island 19 NPC Nissan News October 2009
20 Fraser Island 20 NPC Nissan News January 2010
21 HF Radio for Travellers 21 NPC Nissan News July 2010
22 NPC Tasmanian Tour 2005 Guide Book 22 NPC Nissan News January 2011
23 One for the Road
24 The Outback Way - Perth to Cairns
25 The Snowy Mountains - Australia's High country
26 Tasmania - National Parks, Forests & Waterways AV VIDEO
27 Victoria: Off the Beaten Track 1 The Australian High Country
28 VKS-737 Radio Network Reference Manual 2 Big Red to the Beach (1)
29 Welcome to Central Australia Tourist Guide 3 Big Red to the Beach (2)
30 WA & NT Tourist Guide 4 Circle the Gulf
31 WA Caravan & Camper 50 Best Road Trips 5 Fred's Hill February 1998
32 Your Entry Into Amateur Radio 6 Journey to the Kimberley
33 4WD Tracks of the High Country 7 Kimberley Adventure Guide
34 4WD Touring - South East NSW & East Gippsland 8 Nissan 4WD CCVT 1992
9 Nissan 4WD CCVT 1993
10 Nissan 4WD CCVT 1994
11 Nissan 4WD CCVT 1995
SM SERVICE MANUALS 12 NPC 2001 Nissan Trials (1)
1 Nissan Patrol Model 160 & 61 Series (Folder) 13 NPC 2001 Nissan Trials (2)
2 Nissan Patrol Model 160 & 61 Series (Binder) (1) 14 South Oz Odyssey
3 Nissan Patrol Model 160 & 61 Series (Binder) (2) 15 Top End Adventures Part 1 )
4 Nissan Patrol Model 160 & 61 Series (Book) 16 Top End Adventures Part 2 ) - 3 part Box Set
5 Nissan Patrol Model 160 Series Supplement 2 17 Top End Adventures Part 3 )
6 Nissan Engine Model P (1) 18 Tuff Truck Challenge 2001
7 Nissan Engine Model P (2) 19 Woodpecker Gully Challenge 1999
8 Nissan/Datsun Model SD22 & SD33 (1) 20 Woodpecker Gully Challenge 2000
9 Nissan/Datsun Model SD22 & SD33 (2) 21 4WD to Adventure
10 Nissan Model SD Diesel Engine - 2nd Revision 22 4WD Jamboree 2000
CD CD - AUDIO US VIDEO - US UHS
1 Rotronics Catalogue 1 American Top Truck Challenge 1999 Pt 1
2 The Shepparton Talk by Len Beadell 2 American Top Truck Challenge 1999 Pt 2
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