JULY 2015 NEWSLETTER · marketing. The Australian Association said no, but that they would come up...

JULY 2015 NEWSLETTER

OFFICE BEARERS 2014/2015

POSITION NAME

President Ian Drewett

Vice President Martin Thompson

Secretary Karen Drewett

Treasurer/Membership Officer Andrew Bingham

Management Committee Jacqui Slapp

Management Committee Mark Dixon

Management Committee Sarah Copland

Editor Peter Copland

QAFWDC Rep/Environment Officer Ian Drewett

Technical Officer Kris Humphrys

Interclub Liaison Dianne Thompson

PR Merchandise Ann Haylock

Trip Co-ordinator Troy Aspden

Sergeant at Arms Tammy Aspden

Driver Training Peter Copland

Social Co-ordinator/Raffles Wendy Smith

IT Support Officer Gerard Marsh

All membership enquiries are to be directed to our Membership Officer or Club Secretary. The Twin Rivers 4X4 Club Inc. will meet on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at the Beenleigh Tavern, Distillery Road, Beenleigh (adjacent to the old Rum Distillery). Meetings start at 7.30p.m. We welcome all visitors and new members to our meetings.

Our next General Meeting will be held on Tuesday, 14th July 2015

MINUTES OF GENERAL MEETING HELD AT BEENLEIGH TAVERN

9 June 2015

Chaired by Ian Drewett Commenced: 7.32 p.m.

Attendance: As per the attendance book.

Visitors: None tonight

Apologies: Bruce Watson; Scott and Candice Goring; Sandra Field; Wendy Smith; Ann Haylock

Minutes of Previous Meeting: As printed in Magazine

Moved: Karen Drewett Seconded: Peter Copland

Correspondence: As read by Karen Drewett

Suncorp Bank Statement; Elysium Invoice; Email enquiry re club

Moved: Karen Drewett Seconded: Ross Bowering

Treasurers Report: As read by Andrew Bingham

Opening balance: $5075.57 Expenses: $368.00 Receipts: $nil

Closing Bal: $4707.57

Moved: Andrew Bingham Seconded: Mark Dixon

Membership: Advised by Andrew Bingham

Membership in total = 45

Trip Co-ordinator’s Report: Advised by Troy Aspden

1. Cape York trip – June/July 2016 – due to cancellation there is one spot left. 2. Corroboree – October long weekend – must register on line 3. Club Christmas Party

Editor: Advised by Peter Copland

Sent reports and pictures – no formatting.

CARE: Advised by Ian Drewett

1. Fraser Island Cleanup - very successful. More than 200 cars. 2. Plunkett Reserve – planted 330 trees. Thanks to all those who volunteered their time.

Driver Training: Peter Copland.

The Driver Training group has now had a couple of meetings – in their opinion training should not have been

suspended. Now fixed most errors and missing pieces.

Peter is a trainer for the Association, rather than the Club, and may train members from other Clubs. Will keep advised when the training is up and running again.

Social Co-ordinator: By Dennis Smith

24 May – Social Ten Pin Bowling – a great time was had by all.

Merchandise/PR Officer’s report: Advised by Anne Haylock

Will need to order more club shirts soon – these are to replace/update the normal club shirts. There are only a few of

the old style shirts remaining and new ones will need to be ordered for new members etc.

Prices: 25-50 $39.90 or 51 – 100 $36.57.

Should the shirts be sold to club members at $40.00 or $45.00 (to give the club a little profit).

Just a reminder – these are not a compulsory buy...... they are just restocking and replacing the old style shirts. The old

shirts will be eventually phased out as they wear out!

General Business:

1. AGM – 11 August. You must be a financial member to be eligible to vote. Nomination forms and position descriptions will be printed in magazine.

2. Club memberships due on 1st July

3. Royce is now looking after the website (with Gerard’s assistance).

4. Ian Drewett discussed the 4WDQLD recent meeting:

Kris Humphrys, 4WDQLD President, sent email to all clubs outlining the proposal to engage a marketing company,

“9 Strategic” with the view to market better the Association. The Association needs to go in a new direction to

attract new members.

Cost of this marketing is $30,000.00 all up over 4 months.

Qld Association approached the Australian Association for a loan and grant to assist with the cost of the

marketing. The Australian Association said no, but that they would come up and do a workshop with Qld.

Why should 4WDQLD be part of 4WD Aust?

Why should Clubs be part of 4WDQLD?

Why should any member be a part of a Club?

Ian disapproved of their attitude at the last meeting, where it was suggested that Qld pull out of the Australian

Association. Ian will take our Club’s decision to the next Reps meeting.

One of the advantages of being part of the Association is discounted insurance and driver training.

Peter Copland: 4WDQLD used to have a budget of $300,000.00. Now less than $100,000.00. What are they

spending it on?

Ian: Association budget is slowing going backwards. Approximately $50,000.00 spent on hall upgrade, which is

required under the BCC lease.

Association have proposed to raise funds for:

Full time driver training coordinator approx $85,000.00

Secretary and/or social media representative – approx $50,000.00

Association is non-entity – why does it need to make money?

51 clubs – only 3 clubs are fully training clubs.

Costs of running Association – Hall, insurance, administration

Cost of driver training: Application fee each year to RTO $3300 Registration fees $650/yr Production of Certificate $20 Quality indicator $1000 Printing $100 Site Assessment cost $1100 Card Printing machine $2000

Limited amount of people to train – most club relies on new members for training

Schedule fee for training $180.00.

There are other options for training.

Mark Dixon asked if we needed to be affiliated to 4WDQLD to be covered by public liability insurance?

Ian – there is a clause which says we must be. Sourcing quotes from other insurance companies.

Do we need to be part of 4WDQLD to do driver training? Yes. We can make a training package work.

Do people actually find our club through 4WDQLD? Hayden and Ross did.

Bob Goring: Is training under Australian banner?

The Association is not the trainer as such.

What was the attraction to be part of the Association?

Originally insurance and driver training, but insurance has changed providers a couple of times recently, it may

have changed.

Milko asked if Kris has other motives for the marking plan?

No vested interest.

Hayden: Could we rejoin the Association if we left and decided to go back? Yes

Mark Dixon: We need more information as to why we should remain.

Des Baker: why do we need to market clubs? New members – young members don’t like rules and regulations.

That’s why they join social medical groups

Gail: What is 4WDQLD getting out of this? Why did this discussion arise? Are they spitting the dummy?

Ian Haylock: can we join caravan and camping groups?

The Association is looking to market those type of groups – most of them drive 4wds.

Sarah: Why did we trust 12 people or Club Reps to spend all the money?

Decision on behalf of the Clubs.

Scott Russell: we need to find out more info.

Ian is to ask for more information before voting.

Why did 4WDAust refuse our request? No reason seems to be forthcoming.

When did the committee make the decision to spend the money?

Why didn’t this come back to meeting to make decision?

Ian to send email to Club members after next Reps meeting with result.

Ian to send email to Australia Association to ask what the Association does for our Club?

Sergeant at Arms: Tammy Aspden

Trophy: Marty

Raffles: Donated by Milko 1st Prize: Bingo 2nd Prize: Karen 3rd Prize: Di Next month’s donation by Mark Dixon No other business.

Next Committee Meeting: Tuesday, 14 July 2015

Next General Meeting: Tuesday, 14 July 2015

Meeting closed 9:10 p.m.

REMEMBER THE AGM IS COMING IN AUGUST

ALL POSITIONS BECOME VACANT YOU CAN NOMINATE FOR ANY POSITION – Nomination Form at the back of this newsletter Position Descriptions President Responsibilities:- • To steer the membership to achieve the objects for which the Club was established as outlined in the Club’s Constitution. • Chair all General Meetings, Management Committee meetings and Annual General Meeting, with the exception of the election of new Management Committee positions. • To arrive at the meeting venue early to arrange the venue and ensure all relevant material is available. • Ensure good co-ordination and co-operation of all committees and committee members. • Prepare an agenda for each General Meeting. • Ensure that a quorum is present prior to opening the meeting and throughout the duration of the meeting as defined in the Club’s Constitution. • Conduct the meeting in accordance with the agenda, giving all members an equal right to speak. • Put motions to the vote in line with the Club’s Constitution. • Know and understand the Club’s Constitution and By-laws to ensure the smooth passage of business. • Endeavour to maintain the status quo unless the Club has good reason to change. • Co-ordinate all Management activities, and decisions with the Management Committee members. • Monitor Management Committee workloads, delegating tasks when required. • Cast a deciding vote in cases of dispute. • Ensure that the Club’s business is conducted in a proper, legal, honest and reliable manner and that the membership is informed of the long and short term plans of the committees. • Check the Minutes of each meeting for accuracy and sign off on the Club’s copy. • Ensure sufficient notice is given to members regarding motions, upcoming events and meetings. • Act as a spokesperson and Club figurehead whenever necessary. • Prepare an Annual Report for presentation at the AGM and publication in the Magazine. • Write a column for the Club Magazine to keep members informed of current issues, at least twice yearly. • To be fair, impartial, enthusiastic, efficient, confident, tactful, courteous, patient, responsible and display common sense. • The President is one of four Club officers authorised to countersign Club cheques. Vice President Responsibilities:- • To obtain a general understanding of meeting procedure/protocol in order to assist the President by raising point of order etc. ensuring that business of the Club is transacted in a professional and lawful manner as outlined in the Club’s Constitution. • To attend management committee meetings and general meetings on a regular basis. • To arrive at the meeting venue early to arrange the venue and ensure all relevant material is available. • To closely liaise, assist and support the chairperson before, during and after any club or committee meeting. • To act in any position on the Management Committee when one of its members is unable to attend. • Be responsible for the venue and its cleanliness prior to and after each meeting. • To assist other members of the Management Committee, with their roles. • The Vice President is one of four persons authorised to countersign Club cheques. • To arrange any guest speakers if required, for meetings.

Secretary Responsibilities:- • To obtain a general understanding of meeting procedure/protocol in order to assist the President by raising point of order etc. ensuring that business of the Club is transacted in a professional and lawful manner as outlined in the Club’s Constitution. • To arrive at the meeting venue early to arrange the venue and ensure all relevant material is available. • Take the minutes of the meeting ensuring that all motions and amendments are faithfully recorded and that the minutes are clear and unambiguous. • Ensure the minutes are ratified by the President at all meetings according to agreed rules and update the minute folders and motions register. • Maintain an incoming and outgoing mail list • Maintain an attendance record of all meetings of the Club. • The Secretary is one of four persons authorised to countersign Club cheques. 1. Maintain Club Files – • Maintain Club correspondence files. • Incorporation and Constitutional matters. • Maintain minutes of all Monthly and AGM Club Meetings and file all committee minutes, and have minutes available to any Club member to view. • Maintain Club Management Committee membership register. 2. Handle General Club Correspondence – • Clear post box on a regular basis. • Record all incoming mail in register and minutes. • Distribute incoming mail, where applicable, to other Management or Committee Members. • Write letters as requested by the Committee, and answer general enquiries. • Check and authorise all outgoing correspondence. • File copies of outgoing correspondence. 3. Handle all Renewals • Incorporation matters, notify Justice Department of change of Management Committee • Advise appropriate Government Department of change to constitution, and seek approval for same. 4. AGM & Constitution • Advertise the AGM Meeting date to all members. • Distribution nomination forms to all members prior to AGM • Keep an up to date copy of Club Constitution and By-laws. • Ensure that the Club is acting in a lawful and honest manner with regard to the Club constitution. Management Committee Member Responsibilities:- • To obtain a general understanding of meeting procedure/protocol in order to assist the President by raising points of order etc. ensuring that the business of the Club is transacted in a professional and lawful manner as outlined in the Club’s constitution. • To be committed to attending management committee and general meetings on a regular basis. • To assist at General Meetings to make visitors/potential new members feel welcome and provided with any relevant information. • To actively participate in meetings, providing differing points of view, whilst keeping comments and discussion relevant and concise. • To assist office bearers with general duties as required. • To undertake or assist with specific projects as delegated by the management committee. • Bring any issues of concern to general members to the notice of the Committee for discussion and action. • To encourage member participation in Club activities. • To promote the Club at every opportunity.

Treasurer Responsibilities:- • To obtain a general understanding of meeting procedure/protocol in order to assist the President by raising point of order etc. ensuring that business of the Club is transacted in a professional and lawful manner as outlined in the Club’s Constitution. • To attend management committee meetings and general meetings on a regular basis. • To arrive at the meeting venue early to arrange the venue and ensure all relevant material is available. • Keep and maintain Club financial ledger and make available to any club member to view. • Maintain all Club accounts, in a clear transparent and detailed manner. • Conduct the financial matters of the Club in an honest and reliable manner. • Make all payments as may be approved by the Management Committee or General Meeting in an appropriate and safe manner, and finalised by the due dates. • To receive all monies due to the Club and issue receipt and pay such monies into a duly authorised bank account in the Club’s name. • To report to the Club members on a monthly basis of the Club financial status by way of written monthly financial statement, and make copies of statement available for perusal. This monthly statement is to record all incoming transactions, and all outgoing cheques with a description of why and where the cheques are being paid out. • Analyse the financial affairs of the Club and draw attention to the Management Committee and if necessary the members, to trends which, in his opinion, may undermine the financial strength of the Club. • To arrange and nominate a qualified auditor for acceptance as determined by the Club constitution. • To provide a written audited report of the Club’s finances to all Club members at the AGM. • To have the audit of the Club books completed at the end of each financial year. • To maintain a membership register. • To ensure that all Club cheques are countersigned by no less than two members of the Management Committee authorised to countersign Club cheques. • The Treasurer may authorise other members to collect monies on his behalf if he deems this necessary. • To ensure that all matters in the Club constitution relating to the Club finances are strictly adhered to. • To oversee all financial matters of the Club, and supervise all committees and persons in relation to financial matters. • The Treasurer is one of four Management Committee members authorised to countersign Club cheques. Magazine Editor Responsibilities:- • To attend management committee meetings and general meetings on a regular basis. • To arrive at the meeting venue early to ensure all relevant material is available. • To produce a Club magazine and make available to all financial members each and every month. • To market the club magazine to the general membership encouraging regular contributions. • Collate and edit membership contributions to monthly magazine to ensure that each one complies with recognised standards and Club policies. • Collate standard management committee contributions to monthly magazine. • To source annual magazine advertising prior to end of financial year. • To monitor and update office bearer’s list directly after AGM and from then on as required. • All expenditure is to be approved or ratified at a Management Committee meeting prior to purchase of goods or payment of accounts. • To archive one standard copy of each monthly magazine. Membership Officer Responsibilities:- • To obtain a general understanding of meeting procedure/protocol in order to assist the President by raising point of order etc. ensuring that business of the Club is transacted in a professional and lawful manner as outlined in the Club’s Constitution. • To attend management committee meetings and general meetings on a regular basis. • To arrive at the meeting venue early to arrange the venue and ensure all relevant material is available.

• To collect all new membership forms upon receipt from secretary and/or Treasurer. • To present membership applications to management committee for ratification. • To maintain/update the database to ensure up to date and accurate records of new and existing members. • To compile new membership folders and attach receipt of payment and car stickers. • Introduce new members to the general meeting. • To maintain the hosts supply of visitor information kits. • To compile monthly address covers for magazines. • To compile a membership list for inclusion in the club magazine. • To archive all membership application forms. • All expenditure is to be approved or ratified at a Management Committee meeting prior to purchase of goods or payment of accounts. Merchandise Officer Responsibilities:- • To attend general meetings on a regular basis. • To arrive at the meeting venue early to arrange and display merchandise and ensure all relevant material is available. • To manage stock control of official Club merchandise and keep a register of such stock. • To collect monies on behalf of the Treasurer for the sale of these items and issue receipts for such items. • To make recommendations to management committee regarding updates to Club merchandise styles/products. • To actively promote Club merchandise at general meetings. • Report to the Management Committee on a quarterly basis. • All expenditure is to be approved or ratified at a Management Committee meeting prior to purchase of goods or payment of accounts. Technical Officer Responsibilities:- • To be accessible to members and attend general meetings on a regular basis. • To provide advice and to assist in resolving the general memberships’ technical queries. • To assist office bearers with general Technical duties as required. • Report to Management Committee on a quarterly basis. Trip Co-ordinator Responsibilities:- • To obtain a general understanding of meeting procedure/protocol in order to assist the President by raising point of order etc. ensuring that business of the Club is transacted in a professional and lawful manner as outlined in the Club’s Constitution. • To attend management committee meetings and general meetings on a regular basis. • To arrive at the meeting venue early to arrange the venue and ensure all relevant material is available. • To facilitate trip committee meetings in an orderly manner. • To encourage trip committee members and trip leaders to achieve the objects for which the Club was established as outlined in the Club’s constitution. • To provide support, assistance and advice to trip committee members and trip leaders. • To monitor trip committee workloads delegating tasks when required. • To apply for, obtain and distribute all relevant permits to trip leaders in a timely manner. • Encourage member participation on Club trips as general participants and trip leaders. • To ensure sufficient notice is given to members regarding upcoming trips. • To compile trip/events calendar to the editor for the Club magazine on a monthly basis. • Maintain accurate records of official trips including trip sheets, incident reports etc.

HOW TO WRITE A TRIP REPORT

This guide has been prepared to assist those writing trip reports for publication in the Twin Rivers 4X4 Club Newsletter. I hope these notes will encourage you and give you some ideas and provide the basic structure required so we can achieve a high standard and quality for the reader. OBJECTIVE The prime objective is to generate trip reports describing locations and trips you have been on so that other club members can experience them second hand. We are looking for trip reports about either individual experiences or your latest club trip/holiday. What we would really appreciate is useful information about what you did and saw as you visited various locations on your trip. BASIC FORMAT We need a fairly detailed report on your trip, preferably supported by photographs. You may find it easiest if you try to tell the story of what happened on your trip. You may find it useful to look at the trip reports already published. Some of these trip reports are quite detailed, but this will not be necessary for every destination. Please just send us your thoughts and impressions gained as a result of your experiences, together with the basic facts and details. Ideally your report should be in Microsoft Word or any other suitable word processor. Do not worry too much about the layout, we will do that. In fact, avoid any special formatting of the text or paragraph styles. STYLE Try to keep your report light and informative. Give details of what you actually did and experienced, so other members know what happened. We would like to hear about locations, warts and all. Essentially, we want others to feel as if they were there. You might think of things as "If only I had known that before I went". CONTENT Here is a list of some of the areas you might cover: Note - not all of these will be used in all trip reports.

Where did you go?

When did you go?

How did you get there?

Who went on the trip?

How long was the trip? What happened 1st day, 2nd day etc?

What happened? Who did what?

What was the driving like? Explain the major features?

Were there any difficulties or local hazards to note?

Where did you stay? What were the campsites like?

What happened at camp/night?

Is the location seasonal and when is it best to go?

What other activities were available and did you use any?

Did you do anything special whilst there? Are there special attractions there?

What was the weather like? Is that typical?

How does this location compare with others to which you have been?

How much did the trip cost? Have you got any cost saving tips? PHOTOGRAPHY We would love to see photographs to support and illustrate your report. However, please be selective, we don't want literally dozens of them! Ideally, they should illustrate the locality, facilities, driving, recoveries and members. They do not have to be your own photographs, but they should be taken during your trip EDITING Although we hope to avoid editing trip reports as far as possible, some "adjustments" may be inevitable. Obviously comments that are libelous or defamatory are not acceptable and will be removed before publication. If there was a problem with some aspect of your trip, then we do want to know about it. However, please ensure that you are strictly factual about what happened. Don't worry about the actual layout of the article; we will adapt it to our standard report format.

SUBMITTING TRIP REPORTS You should preferably submit trip reports and photographs electronically as attachments to an email. PLEASE REMEMBER if you are able to create a trip report then please do so. If you are unable or not comfortable writing a report then please answer as many of the questions above as appropriate, send them in dot point form along with your photographs so that I can create a story.

Club Shirts $32.00*

Chambray Shirts available $35.00*

Bucket Hat $14.00*

Cap $14.00*

Club Jacket $65.00*

Sleeveless Jacket $36.00*

Club Logo Sticker $ 2.00*

Windscreen Sticker $ 8.00*

Name Badges – Magnetic $12.35*

Name Badges - Pin backing $ 9.35*

Embroidery of names on club shirts can be arranged for $5.00 per shirt.

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Upcoming Twin Rivers 4X4 Club Trips NOTE:- Prior to attending any trip you must have your name on the trip sheet

(If unsure contact the trip leader)

Trip – Tara Festival and Camel Races Rating – Social

When: 31st July-2nd August 2015

Where: Tara

Meeting Point: TBA Time: TBA

Trip Leader: Ross Bowering

NOTE YOU MUST BE LISTED ON THE TRIP SHEET TO ATTEND THIS TRIP

Trip – Casino Camp Oven Festival Rating – Social

When: 4, 5, 6th September 2015

Where: Casino


Trip Leader: Ross Bowering


Trip – 35th Annual 4WD Corroboree Rating – Social

When: 3, 4, 5th October 2015

Where: Kalbar Showgrounds Kalbar


Trip Leader: TBA


Trip – Twin Rivers Christmas Party Rating – Social

When: 28th and 29th November 2015

Where: Janowen Hills 4WD Park

Meeting Point: Gladfield Driver Reviver Time: 8am

Trip Leader: Di and Martin Thompson


Trip Report Janowen Interclub Trip

6th, 7thand 8th June June long weekend. Cold, June long weekend. Five of us met at Gladfield at 8 am (it was cold) then we set off in convoy to Janowen where it was colder. Shortly after arriving at Janowen we met up with and got to know the seven members in four vehicles of the Downs 4WD Club.

Trip – Your Trip Rating – Your Choice

When: Whenever you go 4wdriving next

Where: Anywhere you want to go – we don’t mind

Meeting Point: Wherever you say Time: Whenever but not too early (I sleepy)

Trip Leader: Well you of course


Trip – Cape York Rating – Very Difficult

When: June 2016

Where: Cape York


Trip Leader: Troy and Tammy Aspden


After setting up camp and a get to know you session we headed off for a drive. Janowen was quite busy meaning all the usual close to camp play areas were quite crowded with a bit of a line up.

Although we managed a play in all of these areas, with our largish convoy we headed away from the crowds and spent most of the weekend exploring the outer reaches of the park.

We were lucky enough to find a couple of new tracks as well as quite a few others that obviously had not seen any traffic in a long time.

While we were out we managed to find a bit of firewood, about three ute loads, we thought there was a possibility it might get cold that night. It is quite possible you could see our fire from Brisbane, or the moon.

BEFORE

AFTER

The happy hour(s) and nights by the fire were worth the trip alone. The Downs members are a great bunch of people and we spent the evenings sharing laughter, food and drinks.

Peter’s side story; Sunday lunchtime, I was sitting outside enjoying my lunch in the sun (did we mention how cold it was) when I was captivated by some strange goings on in the Downs Club camp. They had driven the Triton up to where they had just moved a swag. They appeared to be banging something into the ground with a large hammer and then connecting the winch to it. I could see the front of the ute being pulled down before the winch let go and it bounced up again. This strange procedure continued for some twenty minutes before I could stand it no longer. What the heck were they doing? Trying to straighten a control arm, doing something to the winch? I wandered over to give my support and offer advice and expertise. On my arrival the mystery was explained. They had found a tentpeg that had been left behind in the ground, and had decided to remove it, obviously for the sake of the environment. About ten minutes later, after much more digging, banging and winching this elusive peg finally revealed itself. There it was, a run of the mill, slightly bent 20cm, standard tentpeg. After their resounding success with this mission the Downs Club decided to form a dedicated “Peg Removal Team”. When I asked what they intended doing with the peg, they spoke of simply throwing it away. I could not allow such an inglorious end to this peg after putting up such a determined fight for freedom. I told them of our own clubs trophy, a broken CV, and suggested perhaps they could do something similar. They took the peg away amid mutterings of “Trophy”. I consider myself extremely fortunate to have been able to witness this incredible team of environmental heroes in action.

The Downs 4WD Club “Peg Removal Team” in action All in all a great weekend was had by everyone. A special thank you to Dianne for organising the interclub trip and to Martin as trip leader.

Matt Watson

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CONGRATULATIONS

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and

PETER

Training Course Introduction

The Twin Rivers 4X4 Club has been conducting Accredited Driver Training courses for its members since 2005. As our club is a not for profit organization our driver training courses represent excellent value for money but most importantly, instruct owners of 4WD vehicles in the skills required to safely pilot their vehicle both on and off the road. The Trainers and Assessors are accredited under the guidelines set by the 4WDQLDTraining. As a minimum the main driver from each membership must complete the course within 6 months of joining “Twin Rivers 4X4 Club” unless specific approval is granted by the Training Coordinator and the Management Committee The course is competency based. There are theory sessions as well as driving sessions, which include written and practical tests. It is not designed to teach experience, which comes only after many years of actually driving in conditions that your vehicle is designed for. The course will teach you the basic principles of Safety, Trip Preparation, Vehicle Maintenance and Servicing, along with knowledge of the fundamentals of a 4WD and the vehicles capabilities as well as basic driving techniques and recovery procedures. Each course is broken up into theory and practical components designed to educate the most experienced member. Courses consist of 2 theory nights to familiarise participants with 4WD vehicles, discuss how they work and how to inspect them for basic faults. Theory components cover many aspects of driving. Some of these subjects include: Vehicle types and capabilities How a 4WD works Tyre selection, inflation and use Pre-trip and during trip vehicle equipment and safety inspections Environmental Awareness Different techniques for driving in varying terrains The practical component consists of a full weekend where participants have the opportunity to learn and experience all of the different aspects of basic 4WDing in the field. Some of the topics covered on the weekend training include: Principles of 4WDriving Stop stall key start recoveries Driving up and down moderate inclines Driving techniques for different terrains Approach, departure and ramp over angles Driving on side slopes Driving through water Changing a tyre in uneven terrain Snatch strap recoveries Driving to cause minimal environmental impact Using Convoy Procedure

For more information about the course please contact the clubs Driver Trainer (Peter Copland)

It is really easy to lead a trip.

Any trip leader can be approached by a member of the club and asked if they would like an assistant on their trip. The trip leader and assistant could work together on the organization, layout, rating of the trip, leading and tail ending. You don’t have to be an experienced 4 wheel driver to lead a trip, if you have a place you love to go you could approach a friend in the club who has run a trip before and suggest to them that you could buddy up or co-lead a trip, you set the rating, you make the time. Once you’ve led a trip you’ll never go back to following someone else. For more information about procedures, forms and ideas for trip destinations, contact one of your committee members. TRIP LEADER RESPONSIBILITIES

1. WELCOME / INTRODUCTIONS Members, New Members & visitors. 2. EXPLAIN TRIP Where we will go and what we expect to see. Special conditions eg weed control, private property access Reminder about compliance with road rules particularly Blood Alcohol Content 3. FIRST AID Nominate First Aid Officer (if available). Each member should have their own first aid kit. 4. RADIO Nominate channel to use. Channel 9 is our recognised club channel Be aware of Repeaters in the area. Emergency channel if required 5. CONVOY PROCEDURE (See Club Convoy Rules further on in this newsletter) Recommended vehicle spacing & speed. What to do in the event of an accident. Nominate tail-end Charlie. Gate procedure. Waiting for the following vehicle on corners. 6. UPON ARRIVAL AT DESTINATION ORGANISE Camp site, Vehicle parking, Toilets & shower, Camp fire, Meal procedures Other special requirements 7. ORGANISE NIGHT ACTIVITIES if appropriate 8. EXPLAIN WHAT WILL HAPPEN THE NEXT DAY 9. ORGANISE DEPARTURE Any special requirements 10. END OF TRIP Thank members for participating. Organize one person to do the trip report. Ensure all club equipment is accounted for.

TRIP RATINGS

Overview: All-wheel drive and high range. Novice drivers.

Expected terrain & track conditions: Mostly unsealed roads with no obstacles

and minor gradients

Vehicle Suitability: All-wheel drive and high range 4WD. Can be low clearance

with road tyres.

Recovery Equipment: As per club standards

Driver Training Experience: Suitable for novice drivers.

Weather: May be more difficult in wet conditions.

Overview: Mainly high range 4WD but low range required.

Some 4WD experience or training required.

Expected terrain & track conditions: Tracks with some steep and/or rocky,

slippery, sandy sections. May have shallow water crossings.

Vehicle Suitability: Suitable for medium clearance vehicles with dual range

and all terrain or road tyres.


Driver Training Experience: Recommended that drivers have experience or

4WD training. Recommended to be done in groups of vehicles.

Weather: Will be more difficult in wet conditions.

Overview: Significant low range 4WD with standard ground clearance.

Should have 4WD driver training.

Expected terrain & track conditions: Tracks with frequent steep and/or rocky,

slippery, sandy track sections. Possible water crossings.

Vehicle Suitability: Suitable for medium to high clearance vehicles with

dual range and all terrain tyres.


Driver Training Experience: Recommended for drivers with reasonable

experience or 4WD training. To be done in groups of vehicles.

Weather: May be more difficult in wet conditions.

Overview: Low range 4WD with high ground clearance. Experienced drivers

Expected terrain & track conditions: Tracks with frequent very steep and/or

rocky, slippery, sandy track sections. May have difficult river crossings.

Vehicle Suitability: 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: 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: Will be more difficult in wet conditions..

Twin Rivers 4X4 Club Convoy Rules

Observe road rules at all times. Trip Leader and TEC (tail end Charlie) to be appointed for each trip. Trip Leader to call a group meeting prior to the start and remind members of the convoy rules. Trip Leader also organizes all members to fill out Trip Sheet.

If leaving the convoy for any reason, signal other vehicles to pass and inform TEC of your intentions. TEC stops with member and waits for him to resume his place in the convoy. No members to leave the trip early without prior arrangements with Trip Leader. All drivers are responsible for their passengers. All drivers are responsible for the vehicle BEHIND them and take note of that vehicle. Each vehicle must WAIT at each intersection until the next vehicle can observe the direction of the route undertaken. The following vehicle shall acknowledge any change in direction by use of the vehicle indicators. Keep a safe distance behind the vehicle in front at all times especially in hilly country, dusty conditions or when brakes are wet. In difficult terrain allow the vehicle in front to get to the crest before you attempt to follow. Also allow the vehicle in front to negotiate a downhill slope before you attempt the same. No vehicle to pass the Trip Leader except in an emergency. If a driver requires assistance, he is to repeatedly flash headlights or call on UHF ch9. When a recovery is necessary, a winch boss is to be appointed by Trip Leader and will be in charge of the recovery. All vehicles on trips must have rated recovery points fitted front and rear and carry minimum recovery gear ie shovel, snatch strap, rated D shackles or bow shackles, UHF radio and recommended - fire extinguisher and first aid kit The second vehicle in the convoy will pull aside and open and shut gates rejoining the convoy in front of the TEC. Any driver not complying with the convoy rules or instructions given by the Trip Leader will be referred to

the Committee for disciplinary action.

Club By-laws and Rules BY-LAWS 1. For the purpose of these by-laws, only those activities that have been minuted shall be recognised as official club activities. Any activity not approved shall be considered as member' private activity. 2. All members and visitors shall at all times abide by the regulations laid down by the relevant Government authorities, owners of private property and Motor Traffic Regulations. 3. No member shall act in any manner prejudicial to the interest of the Club. 4. Any member who at the time identifies himself/herself with the Club either visible or in any other way whatsoever, shall be bound to comply with these by-laws for the full duration of the time in which such identification may be possible. 5. All members and their visitors participating in Club activities shall at all times abide by the direction and instruction of the appointed trip leader or duties in respect to: (a) Safety to other members;

(b) Route to be taken;

(c) Fire precautions and restrictions;

(d) Care and respect of private property;

(e) Any other instructions issued for a particular activity. 6. The passenger or driver of any vehicle will not consume intoxicating liquor during the driving portion of any Club activity. Alcohol may be consumed in moderation during a meal break or once stopped for the night at camp. 7. Members will ensure that there is no rubbish left at any stopping place. All rubbish is to be removed from the area and disposed of in the correct manner. All campfires are to be properly extinguished prior to departure from campsites. 8. Club members shall be obliged to remove all Club and Association stickers prior to their vehicle's disposal. RULES OF MEMBERSHIP 9. The Club only accepts members who own a registered 4WD vehicle. It is advisable that the vehicle should

be able to engage in low range.

10. Any visitor must attend a minimum of one event and a maximum of three events, being either meetings or trips, before being nominated to join as a member. 11. Membership of prospective member must be nominated by a current member and seconded by another current member. COMMITTEE RULES 12. Two members of the same family or membership may hold positions in the Committee. 13. Members of the Executive Committee shall consist of President; Vice President; Secretary; Treasurer and three Management positions. These positions will be elected at the AGM. 14. Subcommittee positions shall consist of: Trip Co-ordinator; Editor; Public Relations Officer; Merchandise Officer; Membership Officer; Association Representative; Environmental Officer; Technical Officer; Social/Raffles Co-ordinator; IT Support Officer; Interclub Liaison Officer and Sergeant at Arms. These positions will be elected at the AGM.

TWIN RIVERS 4X4 CLUB INC

MEMBERSHIP / RENEWAL FORM FAMILY SURNAME ____________________________________________________________________ FIRST NAME __________________ _____________(Occupation) __________________________ PARTNERS NAME ________________________________(Occupation)_________________________ CHILDREN’S NAMES ____________________________________________________________________ ADDRESS ____________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________ Post Code____________ POSTAL ADDRESS ____________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ CONTACT DETAILS HOME PHONE _______________________________________________________ MOBILE _______________________________________________________ E-MAIL _______________________________________________________ NEW MEMBERSHIP: RENEWAL MEMBERSHIP TYPE CURRENT MEMBERSHIP NUMBER SINGLE MEMBER $55.00 inc $8.50 insurance fees and $11.00 FWD Qld fees FAMILY MEMBER $60.00 inc $8.50 insurance fees and $11.00 FWD Qld fees VEHICLE DETAILS

MAKE MODEL REGO YEAR COLOUR

MEMBERS SIGNATURE ____________________________________________________________________ DATE ____________________________________________________________________ OFFICE USE ONLY

DO WISH TO HAVE YOUR CONTACTS DETAILS LISTED ON THE INTER CLUB CONTACT LIST YES

Disclaimer: This information will not be distributed to any mailing agencies, NO but will be available for members use only. M/D001

Treasurers Signature _________________________________________________________________________ Receipt Number _________________________________________________________________________ Date _________________________________________________________________________

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TWIN RIVERS 4x4 CLUB INC. This form is to be handed to the Returning Office prior to the commencement of the AGM on 11 August 2015

FORM OF NOMINATION FOR ELECTIONS Use this section to nominate a person for a committee position. Committee Position:………………………………………………………….………………………. Member Nominated: (Name)………………………………………….……….. Member No.: …………….. Signature:………………………………………….……………………………………………… Proposed by: (Name) ….……………………………………….…………………..Member No.: …………..….. Signature: …………………………………………………………..……………………………. Seconded by: (Name) ……………………………………………………………….Member No.:……………….. Signature: …………………………………………………………………………………………

TWIN RIVERS 4x4 CLUB INC. This form is to be handed to the Returning Office prior to the commencement of the AGM.

FORM OF APPOINTMENT OF PROXY Use this section if you wish to place a vote in your absence at the Annual General Meeting.

I, ……………………………….....,………………………………………………… Membership No. ……………………. Being a member of the Twin Rivers 4X4 Club Inc. hereby appoint ………………………………………………………………………………………… Membership No. ……………….…. Being a member of that Incorporated Club, as my proxy to vote for me on my behalf at the Annual General Meeting to be held on the 11th August 2015 and at any adjournment of that meeting. My proxy is authorised to vote for persons nominated for positions on the Executive Committee and subcommittee as he/she sees fit. Signed:………………………………………………………………….…….…… Dated: …..…/…..../…….…..

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