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National Veteran Rally 2023 Friday 24-Sunday 26 February Hosted by Auckland Branch Based in rural Franklin in Tuakau, 56km south of Metro Auckland
Registration open to all veteran vehicles manufactured before 31 Dec.1918 VIC required.
The rally is based in the expansive grounds of LaValla Estate less than 2km from the historical small township of Tuakau. Tuakau is located in the district of Franklin. Franklin lies between State Highway 1 and the west coast and is known as the breadbasket of Auckland, growing potatoes, vegetables, and other products on its rich volcanic soils. The area offers great motoring country for veteran vehicles. To reach Tuakau and LaValla, those coming from the south can leave the Waikato Expressway (SH1) at Pokeno, just south of the Bombay Hills. Those coming from the north exit the motorway at Bombay. The registration fee covers: ‘Meet & Greet’ breakfast; light refreshments at start and finish of each day’s run; three lunches; final banquet dinner; Movie Night (in the small cinema at LaValla); Rally Pack and plaque.
Key Dates
The event runs over the last weekend of February, the weekend following the Art Deco Festival in Napier. The rally commences on Friday morning with registration from 8.30 and breakfast and rally briefing from 9.00 to 10.00, ready to depart on the first day’s run at 10.30. The rally concludes with a celebratory dinner and awards on Sunday evening.
Rally Headquarters
The rally is based at LaValla. Registration, the first ‘Meet & Greet’ breakfast and the final dinner are held at LaValla. Each day’s run departs and finishes at LaValla with light refreshments. There will be ample opportunity to catch up with old friends and meet new friends in a beautiful, relaxing setting. LaValla has an interesting history as a former Marist college, now in private
ownership. It is less than 2km out of the township of Tuakau, made up of well-maintained and expansive grounds (109 acres) overlooking rural countryside. LaValla provides a secure site where veteran vehicles, modern cars and trailers can be safely parked for the duration. There is limited accommodation at LaValla, and more accommodation is also available at the nearby boutique Tuakau Hotel. Other options are the motels in Pukekohe and Pokeno.
Rally Programme
Franklin lies between State Highway 1 and the west coast, bounded to its south by the Waikato River. Built-up areas, busy roads and steep roads will be avoided. There are short and long routes each day. Day 1: The route uses roads criss-crossing the Bombay Hills including the old main roads before the motorway was opened.
Day 2: The route crosses the Waikato River on the iconic Tuakau Bridge and follows the river to its mouth at Port Waikato.
Day 3: The destination is the historical port town of Waiuku, taking in Glenbrook Vintage railway close by.
For more information, contact Barry Birchall (Organiser) or Nicola North (Rally Secretary):
barrybirchall@xtra.co.nz nicolahnorth@gmail.com
Landline: (09) 8188755 Mobile: 0277225225
Good afternoon fellow Ford owners,
Above is a flier for the Henry Ford birthday celebration meet to be held in Blenheim on Sunday 31st July 2022 and is hosted by the Ford Club Marlborough.
We hope that you can make it and come help us celebrate Henry Fords birthday with the oldest Ford being a 1914 Model T truck right thru to more modern Fords. We welcome any and all Fords so come along, join us plus also have a look thru the amazing Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre, now home of the famous WW2 Mosquito, and the Omaka Classic Car collection which is just over the road.
I’ll be in touch closer to the time just wanting a indication of vehicle numbers attending so that we have sufficient parking for the fabulous Fords on show.
Thanks and keep safe. Regards, Murray Eyles (Secretary) Ford Club Marlborough
M: 027 608 5667
CLUB MERCHANDISE
The following badges are produced and sold by the Branches as follows:
Bumper Badges: Brass or Nickel plated Hawke's Bay Branch E: hawkesbay@vcc.org.nz PO Box 3406 Napier 4142 Jacket/Blazer Badges: Cloth Eastern Bay of Plenty Branch VCC of NZ Inc. E: easternbayofplenty@vcc.org.nz
PO Box 2168 Kopeopeo Whakatane 3159 Lapel Badges: V.C.C. General Wellington Branch E: wellington@vcc.org.nz PO Box 38-418 Wellington 5045
Car Rally Number Holders Ashburton Branch E: ashburton@vcc.org.nz (Check branch for sizes) PO Box 382 Ashburton 7740
V.C.C. Motorcyclist Wairarapa Branch VCC of NZ Inc. E: wairarapa@vcc.org.nz PO Box 7 Masterton 5810
Number Plate Frames South Island Distributor North Otago Branch E: northotago@vcc.org.nz PO Box 360 Oamaru 9444 North Island Distributor Manawatu Branch E: manawatu@vcc.org.nz PO Box 385 Palmerston North 4440 VCC Winged Vehicle Stickers Central Otago VCC of NZ Inc. E: centralotago@vcc.org.nz
100 year vehicle badges Please refer to Section 40G for the appropriate application The Vintage Car Club of NZ E: admin@vcc.org.nz PO Box 2546 Christchurch 8140
Online Membership Application
Good Afternoon Please note that the Online Membership Application is now live on our website under ‘How To Join’. It can be found here https://vcc.org.nz/how-to-join/. Kind regards, Linda Duffell Office Administrator - The Vintage Car Club of New Zealand Incorporated The Historic Vehicle Authority of New Zealand
Please note National Office hours are Monday – Friday 9.30am – 1.30pm.
Non commercial
Advertising in the Vintage Viewpoint is freefor members of the NZ VCC NZ. Our close-off is the 1st Friday, after the branch meeting of every month. To place an advert : Contact the Editor, Chris de Wagt P: 5777 238 For Commercial Advertising please contact the Secretary Chris Bird.
Craig Noble 027 577 5166
Phone: 03 577 5166 Fax: 03 577 5165 40 Park Tce, Blenheim
Riversiderefinishers@yahoo.co.nz www.riversiderefinishers.co.nz Insurance Work Cars, Buses Motorhomes and Campers Aeroplanes and Aircraft Boats and Marine Furniture Appliances (ie) Fridges and Dishwashers Joinery and Kitchens (Old and New) Full or Part restoration Fibre glassing And more…...
See us for: Your next WOF Motor Registration Road User Charges Pre Purchase Inspections
Off Dobson Street, Blenheim Open: 7.30am-5pm Mon-Fri 8am-12.30 Sat Ph: (03) 577 9942
VEHICLE VALUATIONS
Classic, vintage vehicles and all Trucks. For Insurance, Tax man and Lawyers. 35 years' experience with valuations in Nelson & Marlborough Area
Give me a call and I will come to you.
Patrick Pascoe
City Motors Ltd RMVT Phone 0274421786
Judith and David Bruce have owned this fun car for some years but due to David’s health it is no longer suitable for their use. They have asked the club to offer this car for sale with all proceeds to be generously donated to our Daffodil Day for Cancer fundraiser.
Rover Cabriolet( convertible) 1997 - 129016km British racing green. Good tidy condition New warrant of fitness Last model of Rover produced.
This car has been valued at $3000.00 and any interest or offers in that vicinity will be considered.
For viewing or further details contact Rob M: 0211299133 or P: 578 2395
PURCHASING PARTS from THE SPARES SHED
Any parts advertised for sale from the Parts Shed are able to be inspected Wed mornings.
Contact: Tris Winstanley
M: 0274440834
1948 Riley RMB 2.5litre
Good Condition. Current WOF & Rego.
$17,500 ono
David P: 03 5794716
1954 Singer SM 1500 Roadster OBC Twin Carb
Excellent condition, WOF & Reg’d From a deceased estate, minor paint repair required on R/H guard Soft Top in perfect condition. Vehicle restored by Graeme Edwards Contact: Marina P: 022 6908 522
Jawa 350 Twin Sport 1987
Overall it is in good condition, complete and very original. I have quite a few useful spares, including tank transfers and engine parts, all included. Fully road legal and a nice easy bike to ride. Go and lay a few smoke screens! I restored it around 20 years ago and it is now tired, but loveable, time for me to move on.
Paul Radmall. 027577 8328
Ex member Fred Early, now living in Takaka is selling a classic Honda
Its old, but mechanically it runs well. Not reg (on Hold) and not WOF’d
Contact Fred on 03 929 7115
Morris Mini or 1100 starter motor.
Unused since overhaul by Lucas NZ ltd. $50 Contact Earl P: 577 7839 Wanted to Buy
Gear Lever for Morris Minor We have a gearbox for a 1958 Morris 1000 but it lacks a gear lever. Most useful if you want to change gear. We need it for our Trials car so it’s condition isn’t an issue and with or without a knob would acceptable! Phone Mac M: 021 266 4966
Looking for one Luvax shock absorber same as shown:
Contact Murray Jobberns P: 03 5728762 or M: 0272785635
FOR SALE EX-VCC BRANCH MOWER
JOHN DEERE D140
The minor steering repair needed has been done, installed new front tyres and it has been fully serviced. This is a John Deere D140 side delivery ride on. It has very low 261 hours use, with the large 22HP twin cylinder JD engine. It drive, mows and looks like new. $5,000.00
POA To Custodians
Essex four
engine and rear axle assembly.
Chevrolet
radiator badge selection.
Fordson E83W
selection of parts.
Wolseley 1250cc Engine
complete with after market cast aluminium tappet cover.
Hudson 1929
parts, body panels and some mechanical. Mark 1 Ford Cortina and Escort mechanical parts, engines, 1934 to 1937 International gearboxes, rear axles etc. etc. light truck C1 ?, excellent chassis on powder coated wheels with new tyres, two engines, rear axle , two front Mopar s/v head selection includes axles, drive shaft, fuel tank, front Chrysler and DD Dodge. fenders plus other sheet metal and woodwork for patterns, POA.
1930s Morris 10
or 12hp s/v engine P.O.A. Ford Escort n.o.s. water pump. P. O. A.
1930s Morris Minor
Front axle with wheels and bumper
Morris Eight
Morris eight, mid 30s two door model in dismantled state .
MGB 1.800 engines. One complete and turns over.
Set of four near new 15 inch cross ply tyres, suit EIP Vauxhall etc
Circa 1958 Standard Vanguard Ute running chassis, the engine starts and runs well and is drivable, (no reg or wof), P. 0. A
Dodge light truck s/v engine circa 1953/4.
Dodge car radiator surround, circa 1930/31, had a good badge.
Huppmobile
An assorted selection of mid to late 20s Huppmobile mechanical parts, enquires to Parts Custodians please.
Vintage era steel rear trunk
complete with lid and corner fittings etc. Open to offers.
Marlborough BRANCH OFFICERS
Patron
Trevor Harris 578 4142
Chair Person
Rob Galloway (Adelle) 578 2395
Club Captain
Cath Millar (Kevin) 579 1147 Or 021 208 89166 Secretary - Mobile: 027 247 1089 Chris Bird 574 2318
Treasurer
David Bool 579 4716
Committee
John Russell (Mary) 577 5087 Don Laing (Linda) 027 315 6227 Dale Nicholas 021 026 57507 Bill Nicholas 027 578 4322 Roger Millard 027 777 8112 Kelly Landon-Lane (Janice) 578 9907
Model ‘A’ & ‘T’ Custodian
Kevin Millar (Catherine) 579 1147
Mini Custodian
Rob Galloway (Adelle) 578 2395
Motorcycle Section Rep
Trevor Harris 578 4142 Glenn Harris (Paula) 577 6453
Examiners
Ron Hebberd (Shirley) 575 7196 Ray Fairweather (Lyn ) 578 6841 David Kemp (Debbie) 578 6270 Pat Pascoe 573 8964
Parts Custodians
Tris Winstanley 578 3343 Or 027 444 0834 Tiger Lyons (Eileen) 578 9139 Roger Millard 027 777 8112 John Russell (Mary) 577 5087 Earl Preston (Rose) 577 7839
Security
Mike Gray (Karen) 578 1435
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Librarian
Barry Wilson (Margie) 578 1587
Museum Custodians
Mike Gray (Karen) 578 1435 Bill Nicholas (Dale) 027 578 4322 Denny Greer (Audrey) 578 1895 Ross Kennington (Rona) 578 1332 Don Laing (Linda) 027 315 6227 Gary Vercoe (Sue) 578 8570 John Monson (Dot) 578 9044 Rex Howard 578 4642
Kitchen Custodian
Dale Nicholas (Bill) 021 026 57507
Grounds Administrator
Cath Millar (Kevin) 579 1147 John Russell (Mary) 577 5087 Roger Millard (Lynn) 027 777 8112
Beaded Wheels Scribe
Carroll Wiblin 021 254 6850 Or Graham 022 198 2573
Photographer
Linda Laing (Don) 021 09054895 lindylaing@gmail.com
Newsletter Editor
Chris de Wagt (Mac) 577 7238 E: chrisdewagt@xtra.co.nz 10 Houghton Cres. Redwoodtown
Newsletter Distribution
Barry & Margie Wilson 578 1587
Health & Safety Officer
Roger Millard (Lynn) 027 777 8112
Delegates to the Executive
Rob Galloway (Adelle) 578 2395 Observor: Chris Bird 574 2318
Brayshaw Park Admin Delegates
Don Laing (Linda) 027 315 6227
Branch Spokesperson
Rob Galloway (Adelle) 578 2395 Clubrooms Phone : 578 0616
Website: www.marlboroughvcc.com
EVENTS : Next Month….
Sunday: 17th July Mid Winter Dinner and Prize giving. 12.00 Noon at Clubs of Marlborough. $35 pp.
Motorcycles: Sunday: 17th July Leave the park at 11am for a ride to the Waitohi Bar in Picton.
Friday: 29th Natter and Noggin “Banger and Mash” Night. $20pp
Tue 9th Aug: Mid Week Lunch. Dodson Street Beer Garden, 12 noon.
Sun 14 Aug Mud Plug. Lets meet at Clubrooms 11am and go out and support these guys and have a sausage for lunch, or bring your own. Venue you the same as last year see advert page:
Sun 2st Aug Daffodil Day at Brawshaw park.
Sun 21st Aug Motorcycle : Garage run.
Thu 25 Aug : Ten Pin Bowling - meet there (Battys Road) 1pm. $10pp –small plate for afternoon tea. Please put your names down at Clubrooms prior so we can book enough lanes.
