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Toyota Land Cruiser Club of Australia (Victoria) Inc. A0005442cToyota Land Cruiser Club of Australia (Victoria) Inc. A0005442c
Overland CruiseringOverland Cruisering
June 2015
Registered by Australia Post PublicationNo. PP339119/00013 $5.00
www.tlccv.com.au
TOYOTA LAND CRUISER CLUB OF AUSTRALIA(VICTORIA) INC. A0005442CABN87301244383
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General Meetings: 7:30pm onthe 3rd Tuesday of each month at Mulgrave Country ClubWellington Road (corner JellsRoad), Wheelers HillMelways Ref 80 H1
Geelong Meetings: 7.30pm the1st Tuesday of each month &2nd Tuesday each November atthe Supper Room, GeelongWest Town Hall, 153 PakingtonSt. 3218. (Mel. 451 J2)
ENQUIRIES: Membership & General to:The SecretaryToyota Land Cruiser ClubPO Box 363, HAWTHORN 3122
Website:hhttp:www.tlccv.com.au
MEMBERSHIP DETAILSJoining Fee: $280.00Membership: $145.00
REINSTATEMENT OF PASTMEMBERSIf a member rejoins the Clubwithin 5 years, a joining fee isnot applicable.If a member rejoins the Clubafter 5 years, they are requiredto pay the joining fee and under-take the Club’s DriverAwareness course.
RECOGNISED CLUB RADIOCHANNEL: 15 UHF
YARCK PROPERTYOur property is a registeredLand for Wildlife property and no inference is drawn in thepublication that the sign or registration has any other meaning.
Life Members: Graeme Wilson,John Whitney (Dec), Don Honey,Bill Dower, Alan Winch, BarrieMcCarthy, Harold Ross, SandraTanner, Brian Stewart, CharlesNorman, Ashley (Dec) & JudithWilliams, John Turbill, GarryCooper, Jan Chivers & KenHildebrand Honorary Members: Ross McClure,Clive Blakely, Reece DeJong Club Auditor: Chris Rumble
Photo by Laurie Miles
The opinions expressed in the articlesappearing in this magazine are notnecessarily those of the Editor or theToyota Land Cruiser Club of Australia(Victoria) Inc. The Editor reserves theright to delete where necessary anysection of any article, which has beensent for publication in the magazine.Acceptance of advertisements does not necessarily imply endorsement ofproducts or associated companies orindividuals by the Toyota Land CruiserClub of Australia (Victoria) Inc.
Club Information 1
Committee 2014-2015 2
President’s Report 3
Over the Hill 5
News from Toyota 9
Calendar/Coming Events 11
Coming Activity 13
Yarck Report 16
Yarck Memorial Garden 17
Cruiserkhana 19
Annual General Meeting 23
News from ARB 27
ARB Iconic 4WD 27
Yarck Bushfire Plan 28
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MAGAZINE CONTRIBUTIONSAll articles, trip reports and other contributions are welcome for inclusion inthe magazine. They must be in thehands of the Editor by the first of themonth.Please send them to:The Editor, Overland Cruisering, PO Box 1778, Geelong 3220
or email: [email protected]
Members’ name and membership number must accompany all articlesand/or contributions.
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES• Please submit articles as Worddocuments with no formatting.(No fancy formats as it will only have to beremoved in preparing for publication).In particular DO NOT embed pictures inyour documents
• Images (photos) should besupplied as seperate JPEG files.The higher resolution the better. As a guideimages should be of 300 pixel per inch withimage files around 1-5MB fine.• If you have multiple images, please burn toa CD and post to Editor rather than trying to email numerous images.• Articles can be posted with normal photos.They will be scanned and returned to theauthor if a self-addressed envelope isprovided.
TRADING POST• Note: if selling a vehicle in the TradingPost it is a Motor Car Trader Regulation(1988-22(4) legal requirement that a cashprice, registration number or engine numberare supplied.
ADVERTISING A TRIP• Note: All trips must be approved by theTrip Convenor before they can be gazettedin Overland Cruisering.
All contributions MUST BE received bythe 1st of the month.
ADVERTISERSPlease support those companies that adver-tise in our magazine. Let them know yousaw their advert in Overland Cruisering.
President
Ian Ross
Vice PresidentLaurie Miles [email protected]
SecretarySandra Tanner
Assistant Secretary Ian wells
TreasurerAlan McMeekin
Assistant Treasurer Steve de Mamiel
CommitteeMichael [email protected]
CommitteeAdam Takacs
Magazine EditorSandra Tanner:
AdvertisingSandra Tanner [email protected]
Activities CoordinatorIan Ross [email protected]
Driver TrainingJohn MIlls: [email protected]* Driver Training Course bookings* Awareness Course certificates
Yarck ManagementBrian Stewart [email protected]
Magazine DistributionGordon Chessum
Trip ConvenorTony Middleditch
* Register a Member’s trip* Assistance in trip preparation
TechnicalBrett Dyson
TrainingMatt Lilley [email protected]• Club training courses co-ordinator
Special [email protected]
• Shows & special event co-ordinator
Membership Barbara Bryant [email protected]* Membership renewals, name badges,contact detail changes
LibrarianWendy Wilson [email protected]* Borrow DVDs & books* Contributions to the Library
FWDV DelegateTony Bryant
Webmaster
[email protected] Miles
Excursion Visits Coordinator
Marketing/Public Relations CoordinatorBrian Tanner
Emergency Response Coordinator
Raffles & SupperGabi & Grace AzzamKaren Wade
Club ShopGraham Cahill [email protected]
Sergeant-At-Arms
Social [email protected]
* Book for participation in social events
Visitor GreetersCarol & Greg Edmunds
GEELONG BRANCHPresidentMatt McPhee
Vice PresidentMatt Lilley [email protected]
SecretaryJennie Harvie
SocialJudith Williams
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A R E Y O U R M E M B E R S H I P D E T A I L S C U R R E N T ?If you have recently moved, please notify Barbara Bryant – Membership Officer – and provide your new address, telephone number(s) and (if altered) your email
address as soon as possible. Please also remember to remove the Club sticker if you change or sell your four-wheel drive.
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P R E S I D E N T ’ S R E P O R TU P D AT E
This is my first report for the last fewmonths. It seems like forever and asI write this it is ten weeks. It has been
a long and tough road for me, however Ireally do appreciate all of the support, bestwishes and visits that I have had from somany Club members. I was able to attendthe last general meeting, but took a seat inthe audience as it had been a tough daywith my cast being removed that morning.I am undertaking extensive rehab andhydrotherapy and seeing results. Iprobably will not be able to drive untilabout week twelve. The last meeting I waslooking forward to and thoroughly enjoyedthe presentation on Geocaching. It wasincredible to see and learn just how big thisrecreation has become. I was particularlyintrigued by the sheer numbers that are inthe suburbs let alone anywhere else. Ihave to say that the idea of having to find acache that may only be as big as a blow flyor a tiny film canister is pretty daunting.The idea that the caches are hidden was areal eye opener. A fun topic and one Iintent to have a go at when I can.Recently a celebration of ten years of theClub’s memorial garden was held. Thegarden was the idea of Joy Thomas whose
life was celebrated
on the day. I was unable to attend due tophysical constraints but delighted-ly wrote a short recollection of the gardenand Joy to be read on the day. If you havenot had the chance to visit the memorialgarden, then next time you are up theretake the short walk in and see what makesthis spot on the property so very special.FWDV’s 40th anniversary celebration isabout to take place as I write this report.This event has taken a lot of effort to set upand run. I am delighted to report that theevent was booked out. The support of theevent has been simply overwhelming. Itwould be remiss of me not to specificallythank Sandra Tanner for all of her hardwork in organizing the event and also toTony Middleditch for his efforts in organiz-ing all of the trips that are to be run overthe weekend. It is hard to put a price onthe impact of the event to the community,but with fuel, food, accommodation, etc.etc. Mansfield will gain significant financialadvantage due to our attendance.Just this last weekend the ExploreAustralia Expo took place again at theshow grounds. I am yet to receive a reportas to just how the event went, but I wouldlike to thank all of those people involvedboth in the set-up and manning of the
stand. I hope all went well.At the last meeting a debate took placeabout the age of dependent children beingallowed to be part of their parents member-ship. The Committee has considered thesituation, however further investigationsare yet to take place.That’s about all that I have to say at thisstage, but can I just remind you all to makesure that you support our Club sponsorsand make sure you tell them what Club youare from and whilst at it, thank them fortheir support. Also remember that manytracks close on the Queen’s Birthday week-end.I look forward to catching up with more ofyou over the coming months.
Ian Ross (1409)PRESIDENT
F I N A L C A L L F O RE N T R I E S F O R
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C O M P E T I T I O NMembers are invited to submit entries for the Annual
John Whitney Photographic AwardDIGITAL IMAGES are requested so there is NO excuse for not submitting an entry.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS• You must have taken the photo• Advise where the photo(s) have been taken• The picture should be taken on a Club trip or activity• Images should be submitted as digital JPEGs• Each image must not exceed 5MB in size• Limit of 5 images per member
Please email your digital entries [email protected]
Entries must be received before 30th June with your nameand membership number
LAST
CHANCE... ACT
NOW!
J O R D A N V A L L E YL O O P
W O R K I N G B E E -R E G I O N G
Saturday 27th and Sunday28th June, 2015
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Members Please Note: All guests attending TLCCV trips must take out Temporary Membership. This includes children of members 18 years of age and older. If you have any queries contact our Trip Convenor, Tony Middleditch at [email protected]. All applications and pay-ments for Temporary Membership MUST be received by the Membership Officer NO LATER than 14 days prior to the trip.Facebook: Any trips advertised on Facebook that have not been approved by the Trip Convenor will not be recognised as an official Club trip and therefore not be covered by the Club insurance.Seasonal Road Closures: Contact Parks Victoria at http://parkweb.vic.gov.au/safety/fire,-flood-and-other-closures/seasonal-road-closures2.
JUNEDate:Trip Leader:
LOCK YOUR HUBS SIMPSON DESERT - Trip FullSaturday 27th June - Friday 10th July 2015Simon Mustey & Sherry Salvesen: Email: [email protected]
JUNE/JULYDate:Meeting Place:Time:Limit:Standard:
Fuel:Radio:Equipment:
Overnight:Details:
Trip Leader:
THE OLD GHAN RAILWAYSunday 28th June (Melbourne) - Wednesday 8th July (Alice Springs)To be advised.To be advised.8 vehicles - No pets. Genuine off-road trailers OK.Easy to medium, but adverse weather or track conditions could make some individual sections more difficult. New members most welcome.Will be advised at pre trip meeting.Various - 10, 15 and 40 UHFGood off-road tyres with ample tread & a second spare (or casing), standard recovery equipment, compressor & tyre gauge, camping equipment, water & supplies. Further details will be provided at a pre trip meeting. Primarily bush camping.This trip follows the Oodnadatta Track, covering the historic route of the Old Ghan railway between Pt Augusta & Alice Springs. Side trips include Lake Eyre, Dalhousie Springs, Lamberts Centre, Chambers Pillar & other places of interest along the way. As this period falls within the July school holidays, children are most welcome. (I’ve invited my own 9yo granddaughter). Participants will each be asked to research an assigned historic or geographic aspect of this trip & to present a 10 minute spiel at the appropriate time as tour guide.Don Bryant: Email: [email protected]
JUNE/JULYDate:Meeting Place:Time:Limit:Standard:Fuel:Radio:Equipment:
Overnight:Details:
Trip Leader:
BIG RED BASH - BIRDSVILLESunday 28th June - Sunday 12th July. (I will be there Saturday 27th June)Pink Lakes (Lake Crosbie, Mallee H’way, 60km west of Ouyen to all weather gravel road,13km to main camp area). 9:00am6 vehicles.Easy-medium (weather dependent). Suitable for camper trailers.Full tank from Ouyen15 UHFNo dogs, genuine 4x4 camper trailers - not light duty road variants or caravans, standard DA recovery gear, genuine off road biased AT tyres or better with at least 50% tread, second spare tyre (carcass only if you are able to carry out a repair) plus suitable trailer spares.Pink Lakes.Birdsville from 3rd to 7th July for the Big Red Bash: http://www.bigredbash.com.au/bigredbash/index. Travel via Birdsville Track & return through Corner Country. Free camping at Big Red. Overnight at Pink Lakes, Quorn, Farina, Mungerannie, Big Red, Innaminka, Tibooburra, Broken Hill.Graham Cahill: Email: [email protected]
C O M I N G T R I P SC A L E N D A R
INFORMATION FOR TRIPLEADERS• Trip leaders please note thatunder the Constitution, membersmay not take part in any clubactivities involving four-wheeldriving unless they have com-pleted the Driver Awareness
Course (Theory & Practical) andhave filled in an Indemnity Form.• The Club Insurance Policystates that only Club Trips thatare gazetted in the ClubMagazine and the Club websiteare covered by the Club PublicLiability Policy.
• All Club Trips gazetted in theClub Magazine must include atelephone number (or mobile)and/or an email address for thepurpose of booking on a trip.• Members please note that tele-phone calls should not be madelater than 8:30 pm.
Club trips are for club membersonly. Non members are not afforded insurance coverage bythe club and may jeopardise ourcoverage. If you have anyqueries they may be raised withour Trip Coordinator, Tony Middleditch.
JULY/AUGUST NT/QLD SAVANNAH EXCURSIONDate: Sunday 12th July (Alice Springs) - Monday 3rd August (Cooktown)Meeting Place: To be advised.Time: To be advised.Limit: 8 vehicles - no pets.Standard: Easy - medium but subject to weather & track conditionsFuel: Will be advised at pre trip meeting.Radio: Various - 10, 15 and 40 UHFEquipment: Good off-road tyres with ample tread & a second spare (or casing), standard recovery equipment, compressor &
Overnight:Details:
Trip Leader:
tyre gauge, camping equipment, water & supplies. Further details to be provided at a pre trip meeting.Some campgrounds but primarily bush camping.Commencing with the Finke River Gorge south of Alice Springs, this trip follows various roads/tracks north to the Keep River National Park in the far north west of the Territory. From there the trip follows the Savannah Way (in part) to Queensland taking in various other parks & points of interest before turning up the western side of Cape York to Kowanyama & Pormpuraaw. It then crosses to Cape Melville on the east coast & finishes in Cooktown. Don Bryant: Email: [email protected]
AUGUST LOCK YOUR HUBS MT SKENE SNOW TRIPDate: Saturday 15th & Sunday 16th August, 2015Meeting Place: JamiesonTime: 8:15amLimit: 20 vehicles. 18 vacant (5 positions for new members)Standard: MediumFuel: Full tanks from Mansfield (Alpine Diesel for diesels).Radio: 15 UHFEquipment: Genuine all/mud terrain tyres with minimum 50% tread (road biased tyres not acceptable), recovery points front &
rear, full recovery equipment, suitable cold/wet weather clothes, UHF radio, compressor & tyre gauge, shovel,emergency sleeping bag, water & food.
Overnight: Jamieson Courthouse Hotel: 5777 0503
C A L E N D A R
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Lock your hubs Mt Skene snow trip.....continuedDetails:
Trip Leaders:
A large, exciting & family friendly weekend trip to Mt Skene to experience some of the best snow driving in Victoria. We will be based at the Jamieson Hotel from where we will travel up to Mt Skene to drive in the snow, have some fun & then return to the pub & socialise.New members are encouraged to come along & vehicles will be split into two groups with two trips run concurrently to ensure that the large number of vehicles run smoothly.Simon Mustey & Sheery Salvesen: Email: [email protected] & Sara Lilley.
AUGUST ‘THE COOKOUT’Date: Friday 14th - Sunday 16th August, 2015Meeting Place: Yarck HiltonTime: People are welcome to come up on Friday afternoon / evening & set up their gear (I’ll be there). Cooking
extravanganza to start on Saturday soon after breakfast but people are welcome to start beforehand if timing iscritical to their efforts, and I’ll be attempting scones - again.
Limit: All people welcome to attend (on the proviso that everyone cooks something, but no roasts please - unless it is aroast with a difference, i.e if you do it on a spit (someone has done this in the past) or if you bone & stuff it (we alsohad someone do a carpet bag roast once), or if it is an exotic meat (goat, roo, emu, rabbit, buffalo, camel) - you getthe idea.
Standard: That depends on your appetite.Equipment: Any/all your camp cooking equipment & paraphernalia you have collected over the years OR stuff you’ve bought in
anticipation of using one day (but never had the chance - or the courage - to use it). In the past we’ve had everything from camp ovens to bedouries to converted kegs, to spits, to dream pots & even cardboard ovens.
Details: This trip was run a few years ago with great success. Due to work commitments & other stuff, it went by thewayside for a number of years, but due to popular demand, it is back. It has been designed with EVERYONE inmind to learn & share their cooking experiences, recipes, etc. that they’ve collected over the years. As winter willbe upon us (& the tracks closed), & we’ll all be snuggled in our respective hidey-holes, this is about doing some-in WINTER.Everyone is requested to prepare something - Saturday night has been known to be a rather large evening with arecord 16 camp ovens in 2003 (so don’t eat). People are also welcome to test ‘stuff’ on Friday evening as I’ll be upthere early anyway.IMPORTANT NOTES: No camp oven roasts please. This is about challenging yourself & your gear to try some-thing new/different (unless it is a roast with a difference).Normal camping rules apply. Please be self sufficient (BYO everything) & take your rubbish with you.Please make sure you have a written (typed is better) copy of whatever it is you’re cooking for the ‘trip report’(even email is OK as we now have reception at Yarck).
Trip Facilitator: Hari Maragos. Email: [email protected]
NOVEMBERDate:Meeting Place:Time:Limit:Standard:Fuel:Radio:Equipment:Overnight:Details:
Trip Leader:
PORTLAND SAND DUNES - Melbourne Cup weekendFriday 30th October - Tuesday 3rd November, 2015Swan Lake Camping area (maps supplied for participants)9:00am start time Saturday morning from Swan Lake Camping area.14 vehiclesMedium to hard depending on sand conditions and your experience.Full tanks from Portland.15 UHFStandard recovery gear, snatch strap, compressor, rated recovery points & shackles.Base camping at Swan Lake.Drive the only legal sand dunes in Victoria. Test your skills on the many steep sand hills. Apart from a drop toilet there are no amenities at the camping area. Caravans & camper trailers are OK. No pets. Be prepared for wet & windy conditions. Sand driving for Saturday & Sunday, Monday trip to Picaninny Ponds, beach drive in SA, lunch at the Nelson Pub. Return home Tuesday. To allow time to process PDBC paperwork, your intention to join this trip needs to be in the hands of the trip leader by the end of August.Garry Cooper: (Garry is away until 1 Sept. Please email Gabi Azzam while Garry is away)Email Gabi Azzam: [email protected]
C A L E N D A R
Toyota's HiLux was Australia's best-selling vehicle in May as the ruggedworkhorse marked a significant mile-
stone by passing 850,000 sales in thiscountry.Continued popularity of HiLux and Corolla- the country's most popular ute and pas-senger car - lifted Toyota to a total of morethan 15,900 sales last month.The market leader's May tally was 82.7per cent higher than any other brand andlifted Toyota to a 2015 total of more than80,000 sales - a lead of more than 35,000vehicles over its nearest competitor.Toyota's May total included 3,173 HiLuxsingle, extra and double cabs - almost 300sales ahead of any other vehicle in themarket.It is the 14th time HiLux has topped themonthly sales charts - and HiLux remainsthe only vehicle of its type to haveachieved that distinction.Early in the month, Toyota registered its850,000th Australian HiLux customersince the nameplate was born in 1968.The grand total now includes more than478,800 HiLux 4x4 variants and 373,500in 4x2 guise.Other segment leaders for Toyota in Maywere LandCruiser 200, LandCruiser Pradoand Kluger were the top selling largeSUVs.Toyota Australia's executive director sales
and marketing Tony Cramb said HiLux is aglobal and Australian success story withmore than 16 million sold around theworld."HiLux has been a long-time favourite inAustralia with 850,000 sales and is nowmore popular than ever as confirmed by itsbest-selling status last month," Mr Crambsaid.
"Renowned for its 'unbreakable' tag, HiLuxhas delivered the size, capabilities andperformance demanded by customers formore than 47 years," Mr Cramb said."The current model line-up continues toout-perform its rivals, which gives Toyota agreat launching pad for introducing an all-new HiLux to the market later this year," hesaid.
I PN E W S F R O M T O Y O TA
I PN E W S U N I Q U E L A N D C R U I S E R F O R H I G H C O U N T R Y
H I L U X I S A U S T R A L I A ’ S B E S T S E L L E R
Courtesy ‘Mt Buller News’Friday, June 5th, 2015
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Prior to booking or setting any dates for an event, please check with theActivity Coordinator who will ensure that there are no clashes. Please emailto the Activity Coordinator the proposed date, time, venue and overview ofthe event.
C O M I N G T R I P SC A L E N D A R
June 20th & 21st Maintenance & Construction weekend
June 27th & 28th Jordan Valley Loop working beeJune 28th – July 12th Big Red Bash – BirdsvilleJune 28th – July 8th The Old Ghan RailwayJune 27th – July 10th Lock Your Hubs Simpson Desert tripJune 27th & 28th DA Practical weekendJuly 12th – August 3rd NT/Qld Savannah ExcursionJuly 14th Yarck Management and DA TheoryJuly 25th & 26th Maintenance & Construction
weekendAugust 1st & 2nd DA Practical weekendAugust 11th Yarck Management and DA TheoryAugust 14th – 16th ‘The Cookout’ at YarckAugust 15th & 16th Lock Your Hubs Mt Skene Snow TripAugust 22nd & 23rd Maintenance & Construction
weekendAugust 29th & 30th DA Practical weekendSeptember 5th & 6th Communications / Vehicle prep at
YarckSeptember 8th Yarck Management and DA TheorySeptember 12th & 13th Mapping at YarckSeptember 19th & 20th Maintenance & Construction
weekend
September 26th & 27th DA Practical weekendOctober 3rd & 4th Bush craft & basic camping at Yarck October 13th Yarck Management and DA TheoryOctober 16th-18th Nissan Club visit to YarckOctober 17th & 18th Trip/Meal Prep & Bush Mechanics @
YarckOctober 24th & 25th Maintenance & Construction
weekendOct 30th – Nov 3rd Portland Sand Dunes Melbourne
Cup w/endNovember 7th & 8th DA Practical weekendNovember 10th Yarck Management and DA TheoryNovember 21st & 22nd Monster Maintenance &
Construction weekendNovember 28th & 29th DA Practical weekendDecember 8th Yarck Management
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Date Training / Activity Topic Location Facilitator
Aug 14/15/16 The Cookout Yarck Hari Maragos
Sept 5th (1 day Communications (Radio, Sat Phone, Spot) Yarck Tony Middleditch
Sept 6th (1/2 day) Vehicle trip prep (packing & pre trip inspection) Yarck Tony Middleditch
Sept 12/13 Mapping Yarck Paul Howden (Tracks) &Jeff Gazzard
Oct 3/4 Bush craft Basic Camping Skills Yarck Paul Howden (Tracks)
Oct 17/18 Trip meal preparation, Cooking Yarck Liz Mills / Brad Schafer& Bush mechanic weekend
I PT R A I N I N G C O M I N G T R A I N I N G O P P O R T U N I T I E S
ELTHAM TIMBER
& HARDWARE P/L
ROB DEYLEN (1622)MANAGING DIRECTORMobile: 0409 305 534
1175 - 1181 Main Road, Eltham Vic. 3095
Phone: 9439 5533 (All Hours) Fax: 9431 1762
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J O R D A N V A L L E Y L O O P W O R K I N G B E E - R E G I O N G
Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th June, 2015
This weekend we will be teaming up with Rudi’s volunteers and we will be helping to erect new signage for the new historical sitesbeing erected in and around the Jericho area. The gates are now closed so please arrive Saturday morning by 9:00am, up thetrack opposite the Victor Spur Track between Matlock and Aberfeldy.
Bush camping opposite the Victor Spur Track (no toilet).You will require standard recovery gear, good off road tyres, food and drinks. Extras required are all the usual gardening equip-ment to maintain the historical sites.A detailed email will follow to those who wish to attend closer to the weekend.
Full tank of fuel from Warburton or Marysville or Moe. Standard will be easy to moderate, depending on the weather.Radio 15 UHF.
Contact: Dulcie Watts: Email: [email protected]
I PS P E C I A L A C T I V I T Y
I PN E W S C O M I N G E V E N T S
Saturday 9.30am start:
PLANNING A WEEKEND OR EXTENDED OUTBACK TRIP?This two day course is designed to give tips and ideas on catering and packing plus cooking on
hot coals, all to make your trip more fun.
PRIZES TO BE WON
DO YOU KNOW?Solar panels and what size do I need? Are LEDs good and do I need them?What spare parts and tools do I take on a trip? What to look at on your 4WD before going away?
Sunday 10am start:Have fun using your new skills for a "Scone Cook Off"
DVD for kids on Saturday evening
Numbers are limited for this weekend.Participants must bring their own cooking pots, all ingredients plus notepad and pen
RSVP no later than Sunday 4th October email: [email protected]
T R I P P L A N N N G / C A M P C O O K I N GB U S H M E C H A N I C S / L E D L I G H T I N G / S O L A R P A N E L S
O C T O B E R 1 7 T H / 1 8 T H -YA R C K
Liz Mills Brad Schaffer
MEET THE LOCALS.THIS IS LANDCRUISER COUNTRY.
Long days. Harsh environments. Extreme weather. You could say it’s pretty tough out here, butthe locals wouldn’t have it any other way. In the face of extreme adversity the LandCruiser 200,LandCruiser 70 Double Cab, FJ Cruiser and Prado are built to thrive. Whatever the outback throws at them, it’s just another day in paradise. This is LandCruiser Country.
toyota.com.au
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23rd & 24th May, 2015
Another great Yarck weekend withchilly nights and fresh sunny daysthat were enjoyed by the following
members:Ian & Ellen McCartney, Tony Swinden,Gabi Azzam, John Nazloomian, Ted Gray,Eamonn King, Greg West and LeeandaBerryman, Dulcie Watts, Neil Chambers,Brian Stewart, Garry Cooper, Colin Low,Trajco Vilarov, Bernice Manley, Sue Blandand new member Moshe Belleli, and onSunday visitors, Lorraine Hollow and HelenCox.A large pile of scrub that had been clearedat the start of the fire season was disposedof. Dead trees behind the hut were takendown - these can be cut at the upcomingchainsaw training weekend - then stackedin the firewood shed. Verandah posts wereprepared for the bush hut, this involvedtreating the ends that will be in the ground.The holes will be drilled next month –weather permitting.Water from the bus stop roof has now beenconnected to the storage tank behind the
toilet block and all plumbing checked. Theoutlet on the tank at the top of the triangu-lar garden has been replaced and will befilled next month. A new gas bottle cagefor the small bottles has been installed nextto the large one. This was a safety issue asthey could not be left in the hut. Water waspumped to the top tanks and some equip-ment checked.As the Sunday was the 10th anniversary ofthe opening of the Memorial Garden,preparations were under way for someplants to go in. I gave background informa-tion on Joy’s vision and how this projectprogressed. Sue spoke of Joy’s love anddedication to the Evergreeen aspects ofour property. A number of past memberswere remembered and Lorraine Hollowwas there to plant a shrub in memory ofBob Hollow (a past President). Sueplanted one for Joy and Bernice plantedone for Bill who passed away last month.We then returned to the hut for a latemorning tea and to swap a few memories.Brian Stewart (340)YARCK MANAGEMENT COORDINATOR
YA R C K
M A I N T E N A N C E &C O N S T R U C T I O N W E E K E N D
S H O W & T E L L
AUGUST SHOW AND TELL
DIFFERENTIALS EXPLAINED
This presentation is about automotive differentials.How they work and the best way to use them.
Don’t miss this informative power point presentation
Liz MillsShow & Tell Co-Ordinator
(Please let me know if you have any suggests or a trip youwould like to show)
I PS O C I A L N E W S
Fundraising with EntertainmentFor only $65 this book is packed with hun-dreds of up to 50% off and 2-50-1 offers forthe best local restaurants, cafes, attrac-tions, hotel accommodation, travel andmuch more, which gives you over $20,000worth of valuable offers valid through to 1stJune, 2016!
eNews – Are you receivingyour copy of TLCC WeekendWrap?Make sure you include your email address on your membership renewal form. Alternatively you can send an email to the Membership Officer (Barb) at [email protected] with your updated details.Weekend Wrap is produced by Laurie Miles (1058) and Garry Cooper (1219). Items for Weekend Wrap can be sent to [email protected]
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A N N I V E R S A R Y J O Y T H O M A S M E M O R I A L G A R D E N
Yarck Memorial Garden 10th Anniversary
This was initiated by Joy Thomas(GUMNUT) in 2003 and her vision was
to create a special area where memberscould go and sit to reflect on times gone byspent with those no longer with us. Whereshould this be? A number of sites werelooked at and Joy chose this spot. Thereare magnificent views out across thevalley to the hills far away and of the com-petition area with the ‘bus stop’ tucked inthe trees. A great choice.September/October, 2003 preparationsare underway as Joy recruits helpers.There are holes to dig for the plants, someof which will attract the birds. Digging toshape the seat area that will be built ofstone. Sparky (Alan Whitefield) said hewould acquire a selection to choose from
and Paul Langenberg offered his land-scaping skills to do the stone work.Over the next few months that were verydry a pathway to the site was formed; thismade it easier to get materials there. Mayand June 2004 saw some really goodrainfall and the planting of some hakeas.The stone is there and ready to be workedon. Paul, with the help of his son Gus,started trimming and shaping the stone,and by the end of August the seat iscompleted. River pebbles are obtained togo at the front of the seat. A MemorialGarden sign pointing along the path iserected.It is now February, 2005 and Joy has beenreceiving some very good feedback on thisproject. She is organizing for a smallstone plaque to be engraved. A date is setfor the official opening time. It will be
10:00am on Sunday 22nd May, 2005.April and the Memorial Stone is set inplace. It reads: “REMEMBERING OURLOVED ONES” and has a small gumnutengraved on one corner. A happy hourwas held there that evening with a brilliantfull moon to light up the valley, (read Joy’sinvite in separate article).May 22nd 2005 10:00am. President, TonySwinden opened proceedings then IanRoss conducted a very appropriateservice, and those present were asked ifthey would like to name someone theywant remembered.Here today on the 10th Anniversary of thatevent, we should honour the memory ofJoy and her love of this great club.Brian Stewart (340)
Yarck Memorial GardenA Personal View How The Seat At TheMemorial Garden Happened
Joy proposed if we could have a specialplace at our property to sit and remem-
ber the special people from Club and ourlives who have passed on. This seemed agood idea, and a site was located.When Joy found out that I did stone work,she asked me if I was interested in doingthe stone work. A seat was carved out ofthe embankment at the site by a few eager
members and stone was sourced thefollowing month. It ended up being gran-ite, not my favorite as it is hard to work withas it has no grain and so has the tenden-cy to break randomly.A month or two later on the day of the“build”, Gus (only 9 back then) was thereto give me a hand. He did some mixing ofthe mortar, trimming of the granite slabs.Sand was sourced from the sand pit, notideal as it is very course, that’s why thejoints are a bit grainy. The stone wasroughly set out and then mortared in
place.At the end of the day, we had a seat. It didnot turn out too bad, even if I say somyself.I have sat there with friends and by myselfwith a beer or glass of wine in hand, andadmired the view, while rememberinggood times with ones no longer with us.Paul Langenberg (33)
Joy Thomas Memorial Garden
Shortly after joining the Toyota LandCruiser Club, I was introduced to Joy
Thomas. The first time I heard from herwas at a Club meeting where she stood upand addressed the meeting about one ofthe many landscaping and greeningprojects at Yarck. One thing that I learntvery quickly about Joy was her absolutepassion for Yarck and its flora and fauna.Today, looking around Yarck, there aremany projects including the magnificentgardens that we as a Club owe thanks toJoy. One of these includes the MemorialGarden. Joy came up with the conceptand then it was a case of finding an
appropriate yet discreet location on theproperty. Anybody that knows theproperty will be well aware of themagnificent views afforded of the propertyfrom the top of Latimers. A location on thesame hill was found that was discreet andaccessible by foot.A group of people were assembled andthe concept discussed. Those of you thathave had the chance to visit the MemorialGarden will have had the ability to see andfeel the tranquility that the location andlayout offers. Many people have told oftheir time up there reflecting on loved onesor simply just on life generally.As a Club, we are blessed to have such abeautiful and very special place. It is hard
not to think of Joy, the amazing contribu-tion that she made to the Club and thewonders including the Memorial Gardenthat she left behind. I am certain that shewill never be forgotten.Ian Ross (1409)PRESIDENT
I PN E W S A N N U A L G E N E R A L M E E T I N G
PROXY VOTINGNotice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of the Toyota Land Cruiser Club of Australia (Victoria) Incorporated will be heldTuesday 21st July, 2015 commencing at 7:30 pm.
As per the Rules of the Constitution:“…appoint another member as his proxy by notice given to the Secretary no later than 24 hours before the time of the meeting inrespect of which the proxy is appointed.”In practical terms with our meetings being held on Tuesday, proxies must be received by the Secretary by 8:00 pm. on Monday 20thJuly, 2015.
APPENDIX 1 - FORM OF APPOINTMENT OF PROXY
I ……………………………………………………………………………….
of …………………………………………………………………………………………………….……….….
Member No…….........………. being a member of the Toyota Land Cruiser Club of Australia (Victoria) Incorporated
hereby appoint ……………………………………………………………………
of…………………………………………………………………….…………………………………….………………………………….
being a member of that incorporated Association, as my proxy to vote for me on my behalf at the Annual General meeting of theAssociation to be held on Tuesday 21st July, 2015 and at any adjournment of that meeting.
My proxy is authorised to vote in favour of / against (delete as appropriate) the resolution (insert details).
Signed…………………………………………......…………… Membership No. …………….......... Date ……………………………………
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N O T I C E O F A N N U A L G E N E R A L M E E T I N GNotice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of the Toyota Land Cruiser Club of Australia (Victoria) Inc.will be held on Tuesday 21st July, 2015 at The Mulgrave Country Club, Cnr. Wellington & Jells Road, Wheelers Hill at 7:30 pm.
BUSINESS OF THE MEETING WILL BE:1. Confirm the Minutes of the previous Annual General Meeting.2. Receive the President’s report.3. Receive the Treasurer’s report.4. Receive other sub Committee reports.5. To elect Life Members if so nominated and/or Honorary Members.6. To elect Officers (4) Assistant Officers (2) and Ordinary Members (2) of the Committee.7. To present the Awards for the year.8. Any other business of which due notice has been given.
By order of the Committee.Sandra TannerHonorary Secretary.
A G E N D A
• OPEN• APOLOGIES• LIFE / HONORARY MEMBERS AND PAST PRESIDENTS IN ATTENDANCE• MINUTES OF PREVIOUS AGM HELD TUESDAY 15TH JULY, 2014. Matters arising• TREASURER’S REPORT Motion for Auditor• ANNUAL REPORT – PRESIDENT. Refer magazine for all others (Executive & sub Committees)• ANNUAL TLCCV AWARDS
• VAL McGURGAN AWARD is awarded to the Club member – new or old, male or female – who achieves the most they possibly can out of the Club. This person shows great enthusiasm & support for their Club. This award is usually presented by Frank McGurgan in memory of his wife Val. The words “Joy of Being” are on this award.
• BEST CLUB WOMAN is awarded to the woman who displays a high level of Club involvement and is a great team player within the Club.
• BEST CLUB MAN is awarded to the man who displays a high level of Club involvement and is a great team player within the Club.
• TRIP LEADER AWARD is presented to the member(s) who ran the most trips during the past year.• JOHN WHITNEY PHOTOGRAPHIC AWARD (judged by the Life Members) is presented to the member who enters the best
photo from a TLCC Club trip.• BEST JUNIOR CLUB PERSON• GENERAL BUSINESS• COMMITTEE ELECTIONS
o President introduces Returning Officer.o President seeks a mover and seconder to accept as the Returning Officero President declares all positions vacanto Returning Officer runs nominators presentation – each has two minuteso Explains voting procedureo Explains preference voting systemo Explains how we handle votes on a person who has nominated for more than one positiono Membership voteso Returning Officer hands back to President to suspend AGM and run the General Meeting.
• SUSPEND AGM• OPEN GENERAL MEETING• CLOSE GENERAL MEETING• PRESIDENT RE-OPENS AGM AND HANDS TO RETURNING OFFICER• RETURNING OFFICER GIVES VOTING RESULTS• PRIOR PRESIDENT HANDS BADGE OF OFFICE OVER TO NEW PRESIDENT• NEW PRESIDENT ACCEPTS ON BEHALF OF THE NEW COMMITTEE• NEW PRESIDENT CLOSES MEETING.
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MINUTES OF THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF THE TOYOTA LAND CRUISER CLUBOF AUSTRALIA (VICTORIA) INC. – A0005442C
Held on Tuesday 15th July, 2014 at the Mulgrave Country Club, Wheelers Hill.
The Annual General Meeting was opened at 8:04 pm by President, Ian Ross who explained to the members the business of the AGMmeeting.
PRESENT AS PER REGISTER.
APOLOGIES AS PER REGISTER.Motion: That the apologies be accepted. Moved Matt Lilley. Seconded Barbara Wilson. Carried.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS WERE MADE TO:FOUNDATION MEMBERS: Graeme & Barbara Wilson were recognised and welcomed.
LIFE MEMBERS: Life members were asked to stand and be recognised.
PAST PRESIDENTS: Past Presidents were asked to stand and be recognised.
MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS AGM:Motion: That the minutes of the Annual General Meeting held Tuesday 20th August, 2013 be accepted. Moved Alan Winch. SecondedBrian Tanner. Carried.
BUSINESS ARISING FROM THOSE MINUTES: Nil.
TREASURER’S REPORT: Motion: That the Treasurer’s report as presented be approved.Moved John Turbill. Seconded John Nazloomian. Carried.Question from the floor asking if the Treasurer’s report has been audited.As presented to the AGM Agenda, the following was provided:Finance Review Committee. Following changes to the Association’s Act there is no longer a requirement for our Association to conductan annual audit of our financial accounts. The Committee has instigated the setting up of an independent financial review sub-commit-tee consisting of three Club members. The role of the sub-committee will be to review the financial statements prepared by the Treasurer.Motion: That the Treasurer’s reports be audited. Moved John Turbill. Seconded Ian Wells. Carried.
It was questioned regarding the figures from two Cruiserkhanas, if in fact there was a profit. It was confirmed that there was in fact aprofit from both Cruiserkhanas. Annie McGennisken confirmed that last year was $3,000 and this year was $7,000.
ANNUAL REPORTS: As well as referring to those presented in the July magazine, President Ian Ross gave a rundown of the past yearnoting difficulties with trips being an issue, which is a matter that must be rectified. FWDV noticeably has a number of TLCCV memberson the board which is good to see plus receiving government funding of $220,000 which is a great result. The coming 12 months willpresent some issues but these will hopefully be sorted out. Ian acknowledged the hard work put in by the 2013-14 Committee andthanked each of them. Special thanks were also given to the many sub-committees who have worked tirelessly over the past 12 months.
HONORARY MEMBERS: Recommendations were made for the following:a) Clive Blakely – Instrumental in obtaining the frame for the Yarck Hilton.b) Ross McClure – Club Solicitor.c) Rhys De Jong – Outstanding support to TLCCVMotion: That the above recommendations be accepted. Moved Russell Edwards. Seconded Karen Wade. Carried.
ANNUAL TLCCV AWARDS:Val McGurgan Award – presented by Dean McGurgan, son of Frank McGurgan (dec) – Greg & Carol Edmunds.Best Club Woman – Rebecca Schlosmacher.Best Club Man – Neil ChambersTrip Leader – Ian WellsJohn Whitney Photographic Award – John NazloomianBest Junior Club Person – Thomas MusteyPresident’s Award – Brian Stewart.
CERTIFICATES OF APPRECIATION: These were presented to – John Mills (DA) Bruce Fullard (Emergency Response)Wendy Wilson (Library) Brian Stewart (Yarck Management) Barbara Bryant (Membership) Tony Middleditch (Trip Convenor), Graham Cahill (Club Shop) Jenny Johnson (Merchandise) Carol & Greg Edmunds (Meeters & Greeters) Jeff Gazzard (Club Statistician) Python Red (Special Events) Russell Edwards (Special Events) Laurie Miles (Webmaster) Gabi & Grace Azzam (Raffles) Helen Foley & Rebecca Schlosmacher (Club Social) Bret Dyson (Technical)Russell Edwards (Sergeant-at-Arms) Lesley Edwards (Magazine Distribution)Brian & Sandra Tanner (Magazine Editors) Brian Tanner (Marketing) Dulcie Watts (Jericho Heritage)
GENERAL BUSINESS: Nil.
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COMMITTEE ELECTIONS:Ian Ross introduced Tony Bryant as the Returning Officer.Motion: That Tony Bryant be accepted as the Returning Officer. Moved Tony Swinden. Seconded Theo Plousi. Carried.
Tony Bryant declared that all positions were vacant, but the following positions had been filled by notification as per Rule 50 sub section2 as approved by Consumer Affairs. The following are already elected as they have no other nominations:Vice President: Adriano DenniSecretary: Sandra TannerTreasurer: Alan McMeekinAssistant Secretary: Ian WellsAssistant Treasurer: Steve de MamielMotion: That the above be accepted. Moved Matt Lilley. Seconded Garry Cooper. Carried.
The two Committee positions did not require a vote as one of the nominees withdrew their nomination.Committee x 2: Russell Edwards and Adam TakacsMotion: That the 2 Committee positions be accepted. Moved Phil Ryan. Seconded John Wilson. Carried.
As there was more than one nomination for the position of President – Ian Ross and Laurie Miles – each person has 2 minutes topresent their case as to why they should be elected and what they are going to do for the Club, moving forward.As Laurie Miles was away, Ian Wells presented a case on his behalf advising that Laurie has been in the Club for 19 years, he has run80 trips for the Club, he has a passion for four-wheel driving, he has been assisting members with OziExplorer and been the ClubWebmaster over the past 13 years, which is a big job. He publishes Weekend Wrap fortnightly, and set up the Club’s Facebook website.Laurie is a qualified Financial Planner but as he no longer wished to continue that role he became a “Postie.” On asking Laurie why hewished to take on the role of President, he advised that there were some divisions within the Club and he wanted to bring people togeth-er again. There are 5 very important aspects of the Club, which are 4WD trips and activities, training, FWDV, emergency response andthe Club property at Yarck. He wants to develop that strategy for the Club and engage with the Club members, sustainability within theClub, and just by looking at the number of deleted members – we have to have change.
Ian Ross asked the members to vote for him for a further term. As President, Ian has achieved quite a number of things:(a) Trip attendances have been quite an issue, and we hope to put in place a review process to look at that(b) We’ve used the strength of the Club to pro-actively assist FWDV to get it back on track, which it now is(c) We provided members the opportunity to be involved with community activities and public relations(d) We’ve provided members choice of activities including community, etc. centered around responsible 4WDing(e) I have made myself available and attended numerous meetings, events and socials, etc(f) I’ve questioned, probed and considered numerous ideas together with the Committee and embraced the challenge of a strong yeteffective leadership to the members, and more importantly to let the members have their say.I ask that you allow me the opportunity this year to complete and implement the new membership system and website. I have furtherdeveloped a good financial position for the Club, which has greatly improved during my term as President. Complete the trip reviewprocess and implement the recommended changes. Continued to provide good governance, support our sub-committees as best aspossible to deliver the best training opportunities, trips, facilities and activities, strengthen our reputation in the 4WD community and seekways to improve our members’ involvement and enjoyment, and most importantly allowing you, the members to have your say.
Tony Bryant, the Returning Officer explained the voting procedure and advised that the scrutineers were Brian Tanner, Mary Phillips andGabi Azzam. All proxies that were received have also been handed out to those for voting.
THE AGM WAS SUSPENDED AT 8:55 pm.THE AGM WAS RE-OPENED AT 9:10 pm.
Returning Officer, Tony Bryant advised that the voting had been concluded.Motion: That the voting papers be destroyed. Moved Paul “Tracks” Hawdon. Seconded Andrew McLean. Carried.
The vote was very close and the counting was carried out twice to make certain the result was correct. The President for year 2014-2015 is Ian Ross.Tony congratulated all those on the new Executive Committee and asked the outgoing Executive Committee members to hand over theirbadges.
The Executive Committee for 2014-2015 is:
President: Ian RossVice President: Adriano DenniTreasurer: Alan McMeekinAssistant Treasurer: Steve de MamielSecretary: Sandra TannerAssistant Secretary: Ian WellsCommittee x 2: Russell Edwards and Adam Takacs
THE AGM WAS CLOSED AT 9:14 pm.
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ARB has introduced the ARB Summit,the next generation of vehicle protec-tion sysems for modern four wheeldrive vehicles.
As consumer demand for a greater level ofvehicle integration from aftermarket acces-sories continues to grow, ARB is address-ing this concern with the introduction ofSummit.Comprising a full range of protectionsystems, including front, rear and sideprotective options, ARB Summit wasdeveloped and styled to provide a moderninterpretation of the renowned ARBprotection range that would complementmodern dual cab and wagon vehiclesthrough a fresh, contemporary designlanguage.Building upon our proven air bagcompatible bull bar mounting architecture,the Summit bull bar is the first product inthe new range. Unique design elementsinclude the 30mm edge radius on thewings and centre pan, wider press formed
cover straps, 60.3mm top frame tubing, twopiece polyethylene buffers and redesignedfog light surrounds, to name a few.Provided as standard, the high output LEDindicator and clearance lights provide adistinctive on road presence with longservice life.With twin aerial tabs and driving lightmounting provisions, the Summit bull barprovides an ideal platform for additionalvehicle accessorisation.In the interest of improving usability, theSummit bull bar removes the need forwinch clutch cut outs in the top pan of thebar, replaced by an easy to use accessport integrated directly into the front grillesection.The Summit bar accepts a range of Warn,Magnum, Bushranger and Smittybiltwinches up to 10,000lbs and is the firstmodel to include an integrated control boxmount to conceal winch electrics behindthe bar. This further enhances air flow tothe vehicle, while protecting the control boxfrom damage off road.
Summit’s attention to detail continues throughout, with the inclusion of a patented side rail attachment system that couples the bull bar and larger 60.3mm side rail tubing securely without any visible fixation. A reinforced Nylon cover sleeve protects the attachment system and provides a higher level of aesthetic finish.An all new anodised aluminium tread plate makes entering and exiting the vehicle safer and aids traction in inclement conditions.Adding to the overall visual aesthetics of the Summit range is the use of synchro pulse controlled welding. The system controls the current pulse so only a single droplet of fillermetal is detached each time, resulting in a virtually spatter free weld that offers seam quality in line with that of the TIG process The Summit bull bar and side rails and protection steps are currently available for the Ford Ranger PX (2011 on). Additional vehicle applications will follow.www.arb.com.au
A R B I N T R O D U C E S S U M M I TP R O T E C T I O N R A N G E
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A R B I N T R O D U C E S F I R S TO F F R O A D I C O N
To celebrate their 40th anniversary, ARBare selecting four of the most iconic 4WDsin the last four decades, restoring them totheir former glory and pitting them upagainst one of Australia’s most iconic 4WDdestinations... the Simpson Desert.
Their first iconic 4WD from the last fourdecades is the Toyota LandCruiser 40series.The Toyota LandCruiser 40 Series wasToyota’s best selling vehicle in the 60’s and
maintained a healthy 24-year lifespan onthe market. More than one million weresold around the world with 121,000 sold inAustralia. The reason for its popularity wasclear; it was the first four wheel drivedesigned with the everyday family in mind.Its durability stands the test of time withmany seen on the roads today. In atestament to its popularity, in 2006 Toyotadeveloped the FJ Cruiser, a modernversion of its old counterpart.
Key Stats:• 24 years in production, from 1960 -1984• The most versatile vehicle of its era• one million sold around the world(121,000 in Australia)• Short (FJ40) and long (FJ45)wheelbase variants• Used by farmers, rural drivers andeveryday Australian familiesUnique Features
• Removable doors, roof, and wind-shield• Folding jump seats allowed for twomore pssengers and maximum cargospace
• Compatible with GM’s small blockengines
B U S H F I R E P L A NYA R C K
The Toyota Land Cruiser Club does notrecommend a “Stay and Defend” plan.Infrastructure on the property can bereplaced.FIRE DANGER PERIOD[November – May]It is members’ responsibility to listen toradio news reports each evening duringthe Fire Danger Period for advice on thepossibility of fires. Also be up to date withany declaration of Total Fire Ban Days.Yarck is in the NORTH CENTRAL FIREBAN DISTRICT-149 Rennies Lane, GOBURIt is recommended that members leavethe property the day before a declaredTotal Fire Ban day or very early in themorning of a Total Fire Ban dayMembers should not go to the propertyduring any Total Fire Ban day.EVACUATIONThose present will select one person fromtheir number to take charge,The issue of evacuation during an emer-gency must be addressed early in theplanning.Evacuation can be extremely dangerous
unless it takes place well in advance ofthe fire hazard entering the general areaof the camp. Roads may be blocked withfallen timber and visibility reduced by thicksmoke.Increased pressures on emergencyservices may make it difficult for them torender assistance.
Evacuation should only be done via themain access track to Rennies Lane andthe Gobur –Yarck Road.REFUGEThere are NO bushfire proof shelters onthe property.If a fire incident occurs and members can-not leave the property, then the Hut couldpossibly be used as a “safer place” to pro-vide protection from radiant heat. It shouldbe made as fire safe as is practical.Wet towels to be placed under doors toprevent embers entering.There is running water inside; there areknapsacks and fire extinguishers.Other equipment to have on hand shouldinclude.A battery operated am/fm radio and P2 fil-ter masks.UHF radios left on – mobile phones –torches – first aid kits – drinking fluids.Clothing - it is advisable to have longtrousers, long sleeved shirt and sturdyfootwear. Gloves and hat are also useful.The wearing of shorts, dresses, thongs orany synthetic fabrics is totally unsuitable.Be prepared for smoke and embers thatmay enter the building. After the fire fronthas passed check outside and extinguishany burning embers or fires around thehut.All vehicles should be parked on bareground, facing towards the exit with alldoors and windows closed and keys in
the ignition. DO NOT BLOCK OFF ANYACCESS TRACKS.Alarm, A distinctive alarm signal shouldbe used, a simple manual device such asthe triangle hanging in the tree outsidethe hut or the electronic device near theradios in the hut.Panic. This is something that can well bedone without. Anyone showing signs ofpanic should be kept under some form ofsupervision, and provided with reassur-ance and prevented from doing anythingrash.COMMUNICATION and CONTACTS• Phone: 1800 240 667 for Bushfireinformation.• 000 only to report a fire.• Alexandra Fire StationPhone 0357721855• Yarck Fire CaptainPhone 0357734334.Mobile: 0439 656 913.• ABC radio AM band 774• Local Radio Station (Alexandra) UGFM106.9 (an official emergency broadcaster)• GPS coordinates (six figure grid) of theHilton. •Websites www.abc.net.au\emergency www.cfa.org.au
A Bushfire Survival Kit is located on the notice board behind the hut door.It is available for members to read and return it.
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