August 25th, 2022. Submitted by Roger.
August 21st was the run to Melba’s Chocolate Factory in Woodside. Thanks to Sue and Rory for setting the run for us. Although there were only 7 members and 3 grandchildren who attended, those who went had a great day and certainly boosted Melba’s income for the day!
Our get wishes go to Alex Smithson, Peter Davidge and Sue and Rory Gibson who have all come down with Covid…hope you all feel better soon.
September 7th is a mid-week run, lunch at the Duck Inn 383 Main Road Coromandel Valley at 12.30pm. Please advise Lawrie Placing if attending phone: 0407286194.
September 18th is the Observation run – Meet at The Feathers Hotel Car park at 9.45am for a 10.00am departure. Club sponsored BBQ lunch.
October 16th is the Bay to Birdwood.
October 22nd – Nationals Show and shine Day – club members not attending the nationals who would like to attend the day, meet at Café de Villi, Main North Road, Blair Athol at 8.45am so we can all travel together. Cars will be on display only, judging is for National participants.
November 26th – Christmas Dinner – Royal Adelaide Golf Club. See flyer in Fast Trak.
Keep warm and safe.
Margie and Bill
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August 16th, 2022. Submitted by Roger.
Here is a link to the recently updated Code of Conduct for our historic vehicle Club Registration scheme . . .
https://www.sa.gov.au/topics/driving-and-transport/registration/conditional-registration/historic-left-hand-drive-and-street-rod-vehicles
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July 26th, 2022. Submitted by Roger.
Well we are close to wrapping up another TSOA SA year and interest in club activities continues to remain reasonable but nowhere near where I think it should be.
Prior to last meeting I was able, on behalf of the Club, to thank those members who actively ensure that the Club runs smoothly and continues to provide an entertaining array of activities. They are the heart beat of the Club! Think about joining them at our upcoming AGM next month.
Last meeting’s attendance was again solid. It was great to see Neil Martin, Bruce Whittle, Ron Corso and Steve Moule amongst others and thanks go to Lawrie and Kaye Placing for their memorabilia presentation on a Stag meet that they attended in the UK a few years ago.
In this 60th year of the Spitfire is there any member who would like to make a brief presentation at a Club meeting or a contribution to FasTRak on why he or she loves his/her Spitfire? Let me know so that we can arrange it before the end of 2022.
The social calendar is humming along well and the Observation Run (18 September) and Christmas Dinner (27 November) in particular, need member’s serious consideration over the next few weeks. They are not only important but high quality events in the Club’s calendar. If you haven’t attended before, why not make a special effort this year. I know you won’t be disappointed and hopefully we might achieve record attendances.
A final reminder about the AGM, which is coming up at our next meeting. Think about what you might do to contribute to the Club and let us know at the AGM or before. All members of the Committee are available at any time to chat about their roles.
I look forward to seeing you at the AGM.
Kind regards,
Peter Davidge (President)
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July 24th, 2022. Submitted by Roger.
Calendar:
August 14th MSCA – Super Sprints – Mallala
August 16th AGM and General Meeting – Sporting Car Club – 7.30pm for 8.00pm start
August 21st Club run – Melba’s Chocolate Factory – meet 9.30am Burnside Town Hall
September 18th Observation Run – meet Feathers Hotel Car park 10.00am – club sponsored BBQ Lunch
September 20th General Meeting – Sporting Car Club – 7.30pm for 8.00pm start
September 25th MSCA – Super Sprints – The Bend
October 16th Bay to Birdwood – no club event organised, do your own thing.
October 19th General Meeting – Sporting Car Club – 7.30pm for 8.00pm start
October 21st Nationals -Barossa
October 22nd Nationals Show and Shine – members not attending Nationals – meet Café de Villi – Blair Athol 8.45am – see
October 23rd MSCA – Super Sprints – Mallala
November 15th General Meeting – Sporting Car Club – 7.30pm for 8.00pm start
November 26th Christmas Dinner – Royal Adelaide Golf Club.
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July 24th, 2022. Submitted by Roger.
Sixteen members enjoyed our trip to Garden Grove Garden Centre on Sunday July 24th. Some had breakfast, followed by coffee, followed by Lunch! We were lucky to have Steve the head gardener give us a talk about the new plants in season, the insecticides, indoor plants, roses and natives to plant. A great morning had by all!
August 21st is a run to Melba’s Chocolate Factory in Woodside. Meet at Burnside Town Hall at 9.30am for a 9.45am departure.
September 18th is the Observation run – Meet at The Feathers Hotel Car park at 9.45am for a 10.00am departure. Club sponsored BBQ lunch.
October 16th is the Bay to Birdwood.
October 22nd – Nationals Show and shine Day – club members not attending the nationals who would like to attend the day, meet at Café de Villi, Main North Road, Blair Athol at 8.45am so we can all travel together. Cars will be on display only, judging is for National participants.
November 27th – Christmas Dinner – Royal Adelaide Golf Club.
Keep warm and safe.
Margie and Bill
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June 30th, 2022. Submitted by Roger.
Calendar 2022
July 19th General Meeting – Sporting Car Club – 7.30pm for 8.00pm start
July 24th Garden Grove Garden Centre -10.00am
August 14th MSCA – Super Sprints – Mallala
August 16th AGM and General Meeting – Sporting Car Club – 7.30pm for 8.00pm start
August 21st Club run – TBA – volunteers?
September 18th Observation Run – details TBA
September 20th General Meeting – Sporting Car Club – 7.30pm for 8.00pm start
September 25th MSCA – Super Sprints – The Bend
October 16th Bay to Birdwood
October 19th General Meeting – Sporting Car Club – 7.30pm for 8.00pm start
October 21st Nationals – Barossa
October 23rd MSCA – Super Sprints – Mallala
November 15th General Meeting – Sporting Car Club – 7.30pm for 8.00pm start
November 26th Christmas Dinner – Royal Adelaide Golf Club.
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June 30th, 2022. Submitted by Roger.
This year’s Weekender was arranged in late May, around Murray Bridge. The photos above give a tiny insight into the fun we had and the interesting venues we visited. No doubt these will be added to in later sections of Trak. Thanks Bill and Margie Berlemon for another wonderful weekender.
Once again at our last meeting there was a great turn up as members came along to get their logbooks signed off before the end of the financial year. It was particularly pleasing to see the camaraderie that was displayed and the vigorous discussions taking place as members renewed friendships and common inTRests with others they hadn’t seen, due to Covid or not being able to get to meetings for a while.
The night was added to by 2 talks from members on memorabilia (or trips down memory lane). My thanks go to Kevin Foster and John Tuohy for the efforts they put in in entertaining us.
Our Day of Triumph Mid-Year Trophy Presentation is at Mick O’Shea’s Pub, Hackham, this year on Sunday 26 June. It will have taken place by the time you are reading this, and we hope you were able to take advantage of the Club’s subsidy and enjoyed the event.
As I’ve mentioned before, we are looking for a commitment from someone to take over running of the Day of Triumph (DOT) from Ian Rigby. When mentioning this at the last meeting a suggestion was made that perhaps a small group (3 to 4) might be better placed to take over the role. I believe this is worth considering and so if you would like to be included and contribute to this vital Club role, let Ian (0417 085 083) or me (0438 765 358) know as soon as possible.
Another reminder about the AGM, which is coming up at the August meeting. A strong Club thrives because of strong participation by members at all levels. Think about what you might do to contribute to the Club and let us know at the AGM or before. All members of the Committee are available at any time to chat about our roles.
Some interesting Club events are coming up so check out the social calendar. I look forward to seeing you in July.
Kind regards,
Peter Davidge (President)
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June 30th, 2022. Submitted by Roger.
Socially Speaking for July 2022
The weekender went well with 26 Adults and 1 Child attending. We managed to dodge most of the rain, and all events went ahead! We visited two car museums – one at Tottness – Classic Car Studio – fabulous place, and one at Mypolonga- Revolution Motor Museum – as well as the Aussie Apricots at Mypolonga. Great places to visit.
June 26th was a club run with the Trophy Presentations from the Day of Triumph. Meals for members were subsidized by $10.00. 27 Members enjoyed the run and Lunch at Mick O’Shea’s Irish Pub, South Road, Hackham. Peter and Ian presented the Day of Triumph Trophies to the winners for the day. Thanks to Sue and Rory for organising this for us.
July 24th – a visit to Garden Grove Garden Centre – the head gardener is giving us a talk about the latest plants to plant, and what is coming into season.
August – TBA
September 18th – Observation run – details to follow.
October 16th – Bay to Birdwood
October Nationals in the Barossa.
Club Christmas Dinner is Saturday 26th November at the Royal Adelaide Golf Course.
Looking forward to seeing everyone at the upcoming events.
Bill and Margie
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June 22nd, 2022. Submitted by Colin Baldock.
I was provided with this ad regarding my car when I bought it via the TR register. I was wondering if anyone knows any history on it. I believe Kieran Sims was the owner at this time and sold it to a Melbourne guy. I bought the car in Melbourne through the Healey Factory while living in Victoria and have bought it back to SA
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June 22nd, 2022. Submitted by Colin Baldock.
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