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NEWSLETTER OF SUMMERLAND SPORTS & CLASSIC CAR CLUB INC. NEWSLETTER OF SUMMERLAND SPORTS & CLASSIC CAR CLUB INC. MEMBER CONTRIBUTIONS of material for publication are encouraged and greatly appreciated. Preference will be given to original material. COPYRIGHT of all material herein remains with the creators /writers /photographers /artists /other contributors, as per Australian copyright law and the Berne Convention. If you plan to reproduce any content, please acknowledge Accelerations as the source. DISCLAIMER: Views and ideas expressed within Accelerations may exhibit some editorial independence, or may be those of contributors, and do not necessarily represent the official opinion of Summerland Sports & Classic Car Club. You are invited to join us: Summerland Sports & Classic Car Club invites members of the following clubs to attend any SSCCC events. Club registrars are requested to list our events in their clubs’ day book. If you are planning to attend, please advise our President so we expect you. This helps with catering and other arrangements. Clubs: Ballina District Vehicle Restorers Club; Coffs Sports Touring & Classic Car Club; Grafton Vintage Motor Vehicle Club; North Coast Street Machines; Northern Rivers Classic Car Club; Northern Rivers Vintage & Veteran Car Club; Gold Coast Antique Auto Club; Mt Warning Historic Auto Club DECEMBER 2017 If not claimed, PLEASE RETURN to: PO Box 761, Lismore, NSW 2480 Please tell us if your address changes

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NEWSLETTER OF SUMMERLAND SPORTS & CLASSIC CAR CLUB INC.NEWSLETTER OF SUMMERLAND SPORTS & CLASSIC CAR CLUB INC.

MEMBER CONTRIBUTIONS of material for publication are encouraged and greatly appreciated. Preference will be given to original material.

COPYRIGHT of all material herein remains with the creators /writers /photographers /artists /other contributors, as per Australian copyright law and the Berne Convention. If you plan to reproduce any content, please acknowledge Accelerations as the source.

DISCLAIMER: Views and ideas expressed within Accelerations may exhibit some editorial independence, or may be those of contributors, and do not necessarily represent the official opinion of Summerland Sports & Classic Car Club.

You are invited to join us:

Summerland Sports & Classic Car Club invites members of the following clubs to attend any SSCCC events. Club registrars are requested to list our events in their clubs’ day book.

If you are planning to attend, please advise our President so we expect you. This helps with catering and other arrangements.

Clubs: Ballina District Vehicle Restorers Club; Coffs Sports Touring & Classic Car Club; Grafton Vintage Motor Vehicle Club; North Coast

Street Machines; Northern Rivers Classic Car Club; Northern Rivers Vintage & Veteran Car Club; Gold Coast Antique Auto Club; Mt Warning Historic Auto Club

D E C E M B E R 2 0 1 7

If not claimed, PLEASE RETURN to:

PO Box 761, Lismore, NSW 2480

Please tell us if your address changes

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OFFICE BEARERS FOR 2017 CLUB YEAR

PRESIDENT David Besson PO Box 5204 02 6672 6620

Murwillumbah South, 2484 0412561805

VICE PRESIDENT Bryan White "Fernbrook" 931 Fernleigh Rd 02 6687 2188

Brooklet 2479 0418 654 400

SECRETARY Barry Granatelli 29 Conte St 02 6621 7835

Lismore 2480 0414 817 223

TREASURER Sue De Paauw 1McInnes Lane 02 6683 2740

Tuckurimba 2480

REGISTRAR Jason Crimmins Lot 105 Jersey Drive

North Casino 2470 0423 042 271

MAGAZINE EDITOR Fiona Gordon 26 Godfrey Place 02 6628 1519

Alstonville 2477 0431 984 410

Assistant MAGAZINE EDITOR

Shirley Bryce 625 Wardell Rd, 02 6628 3443

Alstonville 2477 0412 866 199

Email - [email protected] (DEADLINE FOR NEXT ISSUE 14/01/2018)

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SummerlandCar

Website: http://shannons.com.au/club/carclubs/summerland-sports-classic-car-club/

PUBLIC OFFICER Robert Lovell 58 Beaumont Drive, 02 6621 9682

Lismore 2480 0427 257 190

PUBLICITY OFFICER David Gordon 26 Godfrey Place 02 6628 1519

Alstonville 2477 0431 984 410

EVENTS COMMITTEE Jeff Johnston 4 Windsor Court 02 6624 5962

Executive plus :- Goonellabah 2480 0419 006 302

Terry Goldman 12 Kookaburra Terrace 02 6624 7043

Goonellabah 2480 0429 380 381

Rudy De Paauw 1McInnes Lane, Tuckurimba 2480 02 6683 2740

GUIDELINES FOR CONCESSIONAL REGISTRATION (CLUB PLATES)

Member must be financial. Vehicle has to be at least thirty years old.

Vehicle must be inspected by the Club Registrar at least once each year

(RMS pink slip is acceptable).

Minimum insurance cover of Third Party Property Damage. Full Comprehensive is recommended,

proof of cover must be provided to Registrar prior to initial registration or renewal.

RMS has introduced a 2-year Trial program to test the viability of a new category of participation.

The new program will permit the use of approved vehicles for personal purposes for 60 days in the year,

in addition to attendances at authorised Club Outings.

Owners will be required to maintain a Log Book showing the date, time and departure location for each

day that the vehicle is used. (Failure to maintain an accurate and up-to-date daily record could mean

severe consequences for the member and our club!)

Eligibility of your vehicle(s) may be reconsidered if the following vehicle attendances are not met :- One Vehicle – Must attend three Club events each year. Two Vehicles – One vehicle must attend one Club event & the other vehicle two Club events each year. Three or more Vehicles – Each vehicle must attend one Club event each year.

Any variation from these rules, for acceptable legitimate reasons, will require prior Club approval.

Non-compliance can result in registration being cancelled. The Club cannot afford the risk of the system being abused and the subsequent loss of the benefits of these worthwhile concessions for other Club members.

REGISTRAR - Jason Crimmins 0423 042 271

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MONTHLY MEETING OF THE SUMMERLAND SPORTS AND CLASSIC CAR CLUB INC. Held at Lismore Workers Club – 1st November 2017

Meeting Opened: 7.32pm Chair: David Besson

Present: Lex Cole, Terry Goldman, Barry Granatelli, Rudi & Sue de Paauw, Jim & Barb Hodgson, Ray & Diana Collingwood, Doug Galpen, Jason Crimmins, Mike McIntosh, David Besson, Gayle Mckay, Bob Sweeney, Josephine Phipps, Bryan & Helen White, Jim Hanley, Alan & Lucky Howard,. Ron Nowlan, Lindsay Veal, David Hughes, Terry Bush, Winton Brocklebank, Gary Pearce, Rod Johnston, Jeff Pettitt, Grant Moehead, Jeff & Julie Snow, Gary Tracey.

Apologies: Grahame Anderson, George & Marj. Jensen, Denise Fenwick, David & Fiona Gordon, Ellis Vaughan, Jeff Johnston, Ken & Shirley Bryce, Julie Nowlan, Tim & Marion Thearle, Robyn Hughes, John & Ann McLean, Tim Pettitt, Andrew Drysdale.

Visitor: Richard Swinton.

Minutes of the October Meeting: That Minutes circulated to Members in ‘Accelerations’ be accepted as true and correct. B.Granatelli / B.Hodgson.

Correspondence In / Out: As separate listing. Motion: That correspondence tabled and action taken by the Secretary by ratified -B.Granatelli /D.Hughes.

Treasurers Report: As at 31/10/17 as read, be accepted as true and correct. S.dePaauw / D.Hughes.

General Business Past Events – October Display at Italo Club – 14th Oct. – Keryn/Norm Clapham / NRV&VCC – “Light the Night”- $3,350 raised for Leukaemia Foundation. Fenwick Rove – 14th Oct. – Wollongbar Tavern - dinner with Qld. Rover Club – ‘an enjoyable evening’ - Bryan White. Club Run 15th Oct.- to ‘Wilsons Robotic Dairy’ at The Risk – morning tea at Kyogle, Dairy Visit, lunch at Cawongla Store - a great day – Dairy was ‘amazing and interesting’- dairy farming has changed - Rod Johnston. Coffee Run – 25th Oct – to ‘Botero Café & Coffee Roasting Shed’ at Maclean. ‘A great day- very interesting’ - Terry Goldman Future Events – November / December Jacaranda Weekend 04/05 Nov. - Ray Lovett attending – others ?? Coffee Run 8th Nov. – to ‘Our Daily Bread’ at Broadwater – Rudi & Sue organising - $12.00 per person. Bangalow Show Display - 18th November - 2.00pm to 5.00pm – 11or 12 cars attending – meet at Bangalow in Market St. to enter ‘in convoy’ – enquiries to Jeff Johnston. Kyogle – Fairymount Festival - Display - 18th November – No members attending. Presidents Run – 19th Nov. – Alstonville to Ocean Shores – 4.30pm start at Alstonville then tour to Ocean Shores Country Club for ‘a sunset drink’ and dinner. Standard of Excellence / Christmas Party -10th Dec. – ‘Summerland House Farm’ – reservation made – same Menu as last year - $30 p.p. which includes one free drink – agreed on a show of hands. Numbers must be finalised by 5th December. Artwork from Lynda Lovett and woodwork by Rudy de Paauw were donated for prizes.

Other General Business Club Plates – a formal reminder sent to four Members who have not, to date, met Club Requirements. No advice available / received from RMS re “60 day log book trail” Barlows of Ballina - ‘Show & Shine’ and barbecue – 24th June - cheque for $500 presented to PCYC Lismore Bryan White and David & Fiona Gordon from SS&CCC and Geoff Jacobs from Barlows attended with representatives from PCYC. Funds used to support training of young drivers. May be possible to assist learner drivers getting ‘their hours up’- Possible future ‘Show and Shine’ fundraiser in association with PCYC. Club Banner – David Gordon has found problems in trying to adapt our existing sign as a ‘roll-up’. David and Barry Granatelli to obtain prices from Office Works for ‘large’ and ‘small signs’ – artwork as for existing signs. Grille Badges - treasurer Sue de Paauw has obtained three quotes for Grille Badges. After significant communications, a supplier with the cheapest quote, from Tasmania, has been instructed to proceed. Cloth Badges - treasurer Sue de Paauw has obtained one quote for Cloth Badges – Sue to get another. Club Shirts – Grey knit shirts were previously $35.00. Supplier would need to make ten shirts to retain price otherwise new price is $56.00 per shirt. Lismore Embroidery has polyester shirt in grey, black and white for approx. $25.00 (plus embroidery and pocket) as an alternative. To be considered. Weekend Coffee Run – the possibility of a “weekend coffee run” was raised. This would be in addition to the “Wednesday coffee run” and the regular monthly “Sunday run” – this would result in three ‘Club organised’ runs per month with “invitation events / other Club’s events” in addition. To be discussed further.

Meeting Closed: 8.36 pm

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SUMMERLAND SPORTS AND CLASSIC CAR CLUB INC.

INVOICE FOR MEMBERSHIP SUBSCRIPTION FOR 2018 DUE 1ST JANUARY, 2018

CLUB MEMBERS SOCIAL MEMBERSHIP + FUND LEVY TOTAL SINGLE $25.00 $5.00 $30.00 FAMILY $30.00 $10.00 $40.00 JOINING FEE (New Members Only) $10.00 to General Account. “ACCELERATIONS” – For those members who wish to have their monthly newsletter posted to them a levy of $20.00 per year is payable. This amount is to be paid into the General Account. NOTES:

1. Cash is the preferred option, as it is easier to split between the two accounts.

2. If paying by cheque please provide two cheques, as they will be banked to two separate accounts. – one to “Summerland Sports and Classic Car Club Inc” for membership fees; – second to “Summerland Sports and Classic Car Club Inc Members Fund“ for members levy

3. If you are unable to pay by February 2018 Club Meeting, AGM, please post cheques to:

The Treasurer Summerland Sports and Classic Car Club Inc PO Box 761 LISMORE NSW 2480

4. If you wish to pay your membership fees/levy by EFT the account details are below. Please make sure you record your name on the payment.

General Account – Memb Fees Members Social Fund – Levy Bank: CBA Bank: CBA BSB 062-565 BSB 062-565 Account No. 00944120 Account No. 10661879

“ A c c e l e r a t i o n s ” b y p o s t

At our Monthly Meeting on 2nd

August, a motion was passed that, from the 1st

January

2018, an annual charge of $20.00 would be made to Members who receive our

monthly Club Magazine “Accelerations” by post.

This charge would be ‘pro-rata’ for new Members joining the Club during the year.

To Members who now receive “Accelerations” by post, it might be a good time to review

your situation and save yourself $20.00.

If you are able to change to email, you should advise our ‘Magazine Editor’ Fiona Gordon

or ‘Assistant Editor’ Shirley Bryce. Contact details are shown on page 2 of “Accelerations”

each month.

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PRESIDENT’S REPORT DECEMBER

Last month was another busy month with terrific and enjoyable opportunities to have our vehicles out

and about.

As discussed at our last meeting, we may have even more coffee runs next year. These are to include

the folk still in the workforce who sadly miss our midweek runs. The committee may well need a helping

hand so please keep your eyes and ears open and put forward any ideas for 2018 runs. Whether it is a

nice venue for coffee or an interesting outing, it is amazing how often it is just finding the idea which

turns out to be the hard part of an outing. Hopefully we can then share the load.

It’s out with the polish next month for the Standard of Excellence at the up-coming Christmas Party and

a chance to put the club’s best foot forward, not to mention a lovely party for us all. Thanks Barb for

arranging it.

As the year draws to a close it is timely to acknowledge the work done on your behalf by a pretty

amazing executive group. Sue and Barry just plain keep the club running. No fuss, job done!! A more

efficient and effective duo would be hard find. Jeff, Rudi and Terry have worked consistently to provide

us with a great variety of really enjoyable venues and events all year. Found, researched, booked and

reported on; the rest of us just roll up and have a good time.

Congratulations to Fiona, ably assisted by Shirley, for the outstanding production of Accelerations. It

gets better and better and is a real pleasure to read. They keep the club informed and create a cohesive

social element. Bryan continues his valued guidance and patient work with the authorities, stepping in

with events and presentations. Last, but by no means least, is Jason whose role and responsibility

grows annually. The new registration system and consequent rise in interested members has placed a

heavy burden on Jason and I am grateful both for his effective work and his good humour in his

enlarged role. These people are the heavy lifters in the club but thankfully the executive is supported by

all those members who put their hands up to assist. Whether large or small, their contribution is vital to

the wellbeing of our club.

I know we all say thanks during the year and really mean it. But I want to say thank you again - a really

big, whole hearted Thank You and vote of sincere appreciation for their hard work.

And finally, to everyone in the club who rocks up, enthusiastic and supportive, looking forward to just

getting together with our vehicles, thank you for your part in making our club. I think it’s a cracker!

Happy Christmas. Lets have a fun year in 2018. David Besson

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DECEMBER

Robert Lovell Anne Moehead /

JANUARY

Barbara Hodgson Sue Johnston Margaret & Doug Gallpen Lucky Howard Bill Babbs David & Fiona Gordon

Barry & Kath Granatelli Ellis & Denise Vaughan Ray & Diana Collingwood

Club Regalia

If any members are interested we do have the following club regalia for sale:

Metal Car Grill Badges, Cloth Badges $6.00, Sticker Badges $3.00

We are in the throes of purchasing new car grill badges and cloth badges. Shall inform members of the

price of these items in later magazines. We have 10 cloth badges left at the old price.

Club Name Badges

If any members wish to buy a club name badge, please contact Sue de Paauw. The badge has a small

logo and your name. You have the choice of a magnetic fastener (quite strong) or a more traditional pin

fastener. The badges cost $12.00.

Club Shirts

The club decided in 2015 to change the club shirt from the grey polo shirts to a button up chambray shirt

(either short or long sleeve). If any member wishes to purchase a shirt for use on club outings the

procedure is as below:

Purchase the shirt from George Gooleys, Lismore; they have all the necessary sizes and can provide

the best fit. Take the shirt to either Lismore Embroidery (83 Keen St) or to Daleys ( 21 Woodlark St ) for

embroidering of the logo. Bring your receipt for the embroidery to the Treasurer and the club will refund

$5.00 towards the cost.

Grey Club Polo Shirts Several members expressed a desire to purchase the previous grey club

polo shirts. Unfortunately we can no longer purchase these. An alternative polyester polo shirt has been

sourced from Lismore Embroidery at the following cost:

JB’S Wear 2MP Grey/Black Moto Polo Shirt $22.50 (GST included)

Sew Pocket on shirt (if desired) $10.00

Embroider club logo with name beneath $9.00

Anyone wishing to purchase the new polo shirt can order them through Lismore Embroidery.

Bring your receipt to me and the club will refund $5.00 towards the cost.

Sue de Paauw (Treasurer)

N O T I C E S

Congratulations Ray & Diana

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***Please note that the Club will subsidise the cost of lunch by $5 per

person making the actual cost to each Member $30 not $35.

One free drink voucher will also be provided

5th

$30 per person ***

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WEDNESDAY 13th DECEMBER 2017-COFFEE RUN AROUND LISMORE AREA

Meet at Chemist Warehouse Car Park at Goonellabah by 8.30am for 8.45am departure

We will travel via Caniaba, Spring Grove & Bentley and onto the BLUE KITCHEN CAFE at 105-107 Wilson

Street, Lismore for coffee and treats.

Parking: Whilst there is parking at the venue it is often crowded. The best parking is in Elliott Road on the

Northern side of street, just around the corner to the café. Easy departure after coffee.

Enquiries: Jeff Johnston 0419 006 302 / 6624 5962 or Terry Goldman 0429 380 381 or 6624 7043

C O M I N G E V E N T S

SUNDAY 7th JANUARY 2018-GREAT EASTERN FLY-IN

Please contact events committee members for more information. We will meet at Woodburn (on Alfred Street/

Evans Head Road, just off highway) prior to 7.30am when we will depart in convoy for the Fly-In at Evans Head.

Enquiries: Jeff Johnston 0419 006 302 / 6624 5962 or Terry Goldman 0429 380 381/ 6624 7043

14th JANUARY 2018-NORTH COAST STREET MACHINES

Car Show at Ballina. Meet at Missingham Bridge car park on Kingsford Smith Drive at 7.30am for travel into

venue in convoy. (NB: Many members enjoy breakfast at the venue after parking our cars). Enquiries: For more

information contact Jeff Johnston 0419 006 302 / 6624 5962 or Terry Goldman 0429 380 381/ 6624 7043

MIDWEEK COFFEE RUN 17th JANUARY 2018

Meet at Chemist Warehouse Car Park at Goonellabah by 8.30am for 8.45am departure

We will travel via Scenic route to Ballina for coffee and treats at COFFEE & KITCHEN CAFE, 44 Links Avenue,

East Ballina Shopping Centre.

Enquiries: Jeff Johnston 0419 006 302 / 6624 5962 or Terry Goldman 0429 380 381 or 6624 7043

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CAR & BIKE CLUBS SUNDAY 7TH

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RECENT EVENTS: COFFEE RUN TO MACLEAN 25TH OCTOBER 2017.

A great rollup of cars and members travelled to Maclean for our coffee run. It was a beautiful day after the recent rain and we travelled in convoy to the Botero Cafe & Coffee Roasting Shed.

After a very enjoyable morning tea (and great coffee) with huge cakes, we were treated to a tour of the roasting shed. This was very interesting and informative and was thoroughly enjoyed by all. It is great to see a local small business producing such a wonderful product.

After the tour some members adjourned to the lookout and onto the Yamba Tavern for lunch.

Overall a great day, thoroughly enjoyed by all. Jeff Johnson

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RECENT EVENTS—BROADWATER COFFEE RUN 8TH NOVEMBER 2017

Thanks to the twenty-eight club members who joined us on our latest coffee run, to “Our Daily Bread

Cafe” at Broadwater. On a day which could not decide whether to rain or be sunny it was a good idea to

leave the convertibles at home, or at least make sure the roof was on. I understand Don had to stop to

put up his roof to protect himself and his beautiful car. I hope everyone enjoyed our meander through the

countryside to Tatham, Coraki, Woodburn and finally to Broadwater. Some of the highway roadworks

are starting to look interesting.

At the cafe we were given our own parking area, which we overflowed, and our own tables, set up

beautifully. Coffee and lovely cakes were provided and as usual everyone enjoyed a good chat and

catch up, as well as checking out the ‘new’ cars that members bring along. All good fun. See you at the

next run. Rudy

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RECENT EVENTS—PRESIDENTS RUN TO OCEAN SHORES—19/11/2017

An overcast afternoon meant that the vast majority of Members did not opt to drive a

convertible with the top down on our romantic hinterland tour! One brave person did, but

sadly he had to pull over and raise his roof en route.

We met at Alstonville for delightful refreshments, including cheese and beverages, plus

strawberries dipped in chocolate ganache, compliments of our President. We then drove

via a scenic rural route which included Tintenbar, Binna Burra and Mullumbimby, arriving

at Ocean Shores Country Club in plenty of time for a sunset dinner on the verandah. We

were rewarded with a beautiful sunset and enjoyed the relaxed dining.

Thank you David and Gayl for organising another excellent outing.

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HAPPY 100th BIRTHDAY

On Sunday 5th November, we

were fortunate enough to be

invited to attend a party at Evans

Head to celebrate the 100th

birthday of Eric Watson.

Eric was the manager of Watson

& Sons who specialised in motor

vehic le t r imming, general

upholstery, panel beating, and

boat sales and motor servicing.

Eric was working in the trimming

section when I worked as an

Evin rude outboard motor

mechanic and Pioneer chainsaw

mechanic.

I remember admiring Erics 1963

V8 Studebaker Lark which was

unusual as Eric, being a motor

trimmer, had fitted the car with a

vinyl overlay on the roof.

Eric had owned the car it was only a few months old but over the years the car had slipped into disrepair

and was given to Erics grandson Robbie Watson.

To everybodys surprise, Robbie has totally restored the vehicle and managed to complete and register

the car in time for Erics 100th birthday. Robbie took Eric for a drive in the Studebaker and said

“Grandad you can have the car back when you can prove to me that you hold a current Australian

drivers licence”! I guess Robbie will get to keep the car, even though Eric is still as bright as ever.

David Gordon

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S H A V E F O R A C U R E Long standing Members may recall lunch at the Yamba Tavern

some years back when the Tavern was hosting a “Shave for a Cure”

event, and David Gordon volunteered to have his chest waxed if

Club Members dug deep for Sponsorship—the rest is history! Dave

has grown his hair to an unruly length, to prove to the world that

now being 70 does not mean he has to go bald, and he is seeking

sponsorship to again support this very worthwhile cause.

This is his current look -—please support this worthy effort at

http://my.leukaemiafoundation.org.au/davidgordon

NOTICES

“LIGHT THE NIGHT” - SATURDAY 14TH OCTOBER 2017 As reported in the November issue of “Accelerations” we were happy to support the “Light the Night” event in

support of the Leukaemia Foundation and were pleased to receive this Certificate

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B A R L O W S O F B A L L I N A ( S P O N S O R S ) A N D P C Y C L I S M O R E

On 24th July 2017, our Club and Barlows of Ballina hosted a car display and BBQ at Barlows premises

in Ballina and we jointly raised $300 which it was decided was to be donated to a local Driver Education

Course. The Club Members voted to increase the donation from our funds and $500 was presented to

the Lismore PCYC to assist them with their Safer Drivers Course for learner drivers.

We plan to collaborate with the PCYC in the future and raise further funds for this worthwhile cause.

SUMMERLAND Car Club's Bryan White (left) presents a cheque to Mark Greig from PCYC's Learner Driver program, while Snr Const Lachlan Bransgrove, Geoff Jacobs from Barlows and club members Fiona and David Gordon look on.

“Classic car sports donate to help young drivers

IT IS not so much about old dogs teaching young dogs new tricks but how to keep them safe.

This week the Summerland Sports and Classic Car Club made a $500 donation to Lismore PCYC to help them run their Safer Drivers Course for learner drivers.

When they heard the PCYC ran a training course for the region's youth, the classic car enthusiasts thought what better way to give their support than to help with the program's operating costs.

Vice-president of Summerland Sports and Classic Car Club, Bryan White, said learner driver courses were "fundamental to making roads safer”.

"We treasure our cars and spend a lot of time on the road and see a lot who do not know how to drive properly or care for their cars,” said Mr White.

"It really is important to teach the young how to drive, not just pass the test.”

Barlows of Ballina initially raised $300 to help local driver training, to which Summerland Car Club then added a further $200.

This year, more than 40 safer driver programs were run by the PCYC from Casino to Grafton and Lismore, enabling learners to notch up 20 L-plate hours of instruction.

Senior Constable Lachlan Bransgrove, who is the Lismore PCYC's youth case manager, said: "Safer roads means a safer community.”

He said Summerland Car Club's donation was much appreciated and would help local young people make the transition to becoming independent drivers.

The car club's publicity officer, David Gordon, said he looked forward to further collaboration between the two clubs and would be planning further fundraising opportunities at car rallies in the future.

For more information on the Learner Drivers course, go to www.pcycnsw.org.au/lismore”

The Lismore Echo reported

as follows:

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A big thank you to Jim Butler of Shannons for obtaining sponsorship for

our Club. Remember to consider Shannons for all of your insurance needs.

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Thank you to our magazine sponsor for ongoing support. Please support Barlows

whenever you can. This is their 4th year as our major club magazine sponsor and their

generosity assists the Club significantly.

Geoff Jacobs and the boys can be found at 2/19 De-Havilland Crescent, Ballina NSW 2478 or

telephone them on (02) 6686 2044.

Barlows can supply expert advice plus a multitude of workshop requirements, including bolts, bolts,

bolts, v-belts, pulleys, paint, Valvoline oils, work boots and shirts, abrasives, cut-off wheels, pumps,

BOC industrial gas, nuts, nuts, nuts and so much more.

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6th December 2017 Social/dinner from 6.00pm at Bistro, at Lismore Workers Club, Keen St, Lismore, followed by Meeting at 7.30pm and coffee/drinks afterwards

10th December 2017 Standard of Excellence & Christmas party at Summerland House Farm, Alstonville. Details Page 7

13th December 2017 Midweek coffee run—Lismore venue—Details Page 8

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7th January 2018 Great Eastern Fly in Evans Head- Car display. Details Page 9

14th January 2018 North Coast Street Machines. Car show at Ballina-Details Page 9

17th January 2018 Midweek Coffee Run to Ballina - Details Page 8

7th February 2018 Social/dinner from 6.00pm at Bistro, at Lismore Workers Club, Keen St, Lismore, followed by Meeting and AGM at 7.30pm and coffee/drinks afterwards

14th February 2018 Midweek Coffee Run –Details TBA

18th February 2018 Club run—Details TBA

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SEASONS GREETINGS AND WE WISH YOU A SAFE AND HEALTHY 2018