From the perspective of the first-time participant

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1 From the perspective of the first-time participant EXCITING NEW CALENDAR

2 Volkswagen Driver s Club of Queensland Committee Members 2015/2016 President Noel Dore noeldore@optusnet.com.au Secretary Stephanie Leahy stephleahy088@gmail.com Vice President Karen Dunkley kdunkleyvw@gmail.com Treasurer Chelsea Mills chelseavmills@gmail.com Editor Lorinda (Lindy) Forster lorindaforster@live.com.au Dating Officer John Diggles digglesjohn@gmail.com Web Master David Sidery davesidery@hotmail.com Social Secretary Andrew Todd ripperdub73@gmail.com Sporting Captain Ian Dalgliesh enchr02@optusnet.com.au Action Day Co. Anita Leahy anita.leahy@bigpond.com Property Officer I & C Dalgliesh enchr02@optusnet.com.au Become a member of the Volkswagen Driver s Club of Queensland! Membership is $40 per year, valid for 12 months from sign-up date. See membership form on last page of magazine. VWDCQ Inc. Club Meetings A club meeting is held on the 2nd Wednesday of every month (except for January) starting at 7:30pm at Rocklea Show Grounds (entrance via Goburra Street) Rocklea, QLD, Members, friends, family and visitors please feel free to come along. VWDCQInc: PO Box 568, Morningside, Qld, 4170 VOLKSWORD is produced monthly by the VWDCQinc. Views expressed in Volksword are those of the writers and do not necessarily represent those of the VWDCQinc. Articles may be reproduced with an acknowledgement to Volksword, VWDCQinc. VWDCQinc, its members, nor its contributors to Volksword can be held liable for consequences arising from information printed in this magazine.

3 Every Fine Friday Night Event: Munch Inn Car Meet all makes all models! Where: Corner Elizabeth Street and Beaudesert Road, Acacia Ridge. No entry fee, takeaway food and drinks available for purchase from Munch Inn Café & Johns Snack Bar, PLUS great coffee from A-Town Espresso Bar. Wednesday 10 th February 2016 We re back for another year, please feel free to come along to our first meeting of the New Year. Starting at 7:30pm at Rocklea Show Grounds (entrance via Goburra Street) Rocklea, QLD, We all hope to see you there! Sunday 14 th February 2016 LOVE YA DUB hosted by Klub VW Sunshine Coast Valentines Day 2016 VW Cruise to the Sunshine Coast Hinterland and show at Apollonian Hotel Spit Roast Cold Drinks All weather venue! More information visit: KLUB VW Sunshine Coast Facebook page or VW forums Aussieveedubbers Sunday 21 st February 2016 FISH AND CHIPS RUN Meet at Caltex Carseldine, [first servo on the highway after the last set of 10am. From there we will travel up the highway to the Bribie Is. turnoff EXIT no 152. Cruise all the way in, over the bridge take first hard left along the esplanade to the Sylvan Beach Seafood Cafe. Lunch is here, right on the water, plenty of parking and great food, there is also a collectables second-hand store next door for anyone interested which will be open. Once we are done here off to the surf side of Bribie, for a swim, ice cream, a quiet beer or just relaxing. The official run finishes here. Is the first social event for the year so it would be great to see as many cars, club shirts and camaraderie as possible! Sunday 13 th March 2016 Dubs on the Hill Meet at McDonalds Goodna at 7am, to leave at 7.30 Head to Picnic Point, Toowoomba to represent our club and our cars at their annual Dubs on the Hill show which starts at 9am. More info next meeting. Friday 25th Monday 28th March th National 2016 Bug-In Held by Volkswagen Club of Western Australia Please visit website for further details and forms

4 Message from the President I trust all members had an enjoyable festive season with friends and family. With the NEW YEAR now well underway we can focus on the business of running VWDCQ and deciding on the direction YOU as members and the owners of the club want to travel. January s committee meeting has been held and I have been very impressed with the level of commitment and enthusiasm shown by your elected representatives. For example there was a lot of debate regarding the website and its relevance, membership it s demographic and how we can appeal to the broader group of VW owners and enthusiasts. We look forward to input from members on these issues and the direction the club should take. We can also look forward to some unique social gatherings and events. We are looking forward to carrying on the excellent work of the hard working out going committee and making 2016 a very successful year. Noel Dore VWDCQ President Did you know A rare 1960 VW Kombi Samba sold at auction in Melbourne last year for $202,000! The 23-window Kombi was a step-through T2 Deluxe Microbus with a Golde folding roof and, after a five-year restoration, set a new auction record in Australia that far exceeded the estimated pre-auction price guide by Shannons.

5 Mt Cotton Hillclimb - Sunday 31 January woman to break the throttle cable in the club car 5 men to fix the throttle cable in the club car 1 new participant 1 new spectator 12 club members = A great day out! From the perspective of the first-time participant (Chelsea) I decided to take part in the Come and Try day after reading about it in the last club newsletter. The day is designed to get people involved in motor sport in a safe and controlled environment.

6 After our safety talk, each participant was assigned an instructor who walked us newbies around the one kilometre track. While the instructor gave us tips like when to break around the circuit, I was lucky enough to have Dave S volunteer to walk alongside me and give me tips specific to our club car. Everyone needs a Dave S! This was the first time I had ever driven the club car, having only ever turned on the engine while it was on the back of the club car trailer. Baptism of fire! I drove twice around the circuit with an instructor (compulsory) and the third time I took Dave S with me. At the same time that he told me to floor it I discovered I had no accelerator! He had to reverse it back to the pits and I walked the lonely walk back. The two Dave s nursed the car back to where the club members were set up and along with Ian, Noel and Wayne they set to work to fix the problem. A short time later I was back out on the track and loving my last two solo rounds. I will definitely participate again. My favourite part of the day: My last race because I felt it was my best and I had confidence driving the car. The menfolk fixing the car for me after I broke it.

7 From the perspective of the first-time spectator (Michelle) Hearing the word hillclimb conjured up thoughts of a dusty dirt track and comparisons with the Dakar Rally. The reality was an open bitumen track and plenty of space for cars and shade tents as well as a partly-shaded terraced viewing area with food and drinks available. It doesn t matter if you don t have a family member competing just go along and support your club members. It was a great day out! My favourite part of the day: The afternoon session the Test and Tune where experienced drivers attempt to clock their best times. Chelsea and Michelle Mills

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9 Social Secretary Report Hi all, my name is Andrew Todd and I m taking over all the good work Anita has done as Social Secretary for the drivers club. A little about myself, I have owned a Volkswagen Beetle since 1994, my first car that I purchased off my flat mate for just $500. At the time it was just a car but over the years I have grown to appreciate the Beetle and its Kool appeal. My first teaching job in Mackay saw me driving the Beetle every holiday break 1100kms to Brisbane, it never missed a beat but was scary with a 1200 motor. It s part of the family and I enjoy driving the car, as it sparks interest and conversations everywhere I go. As social secretary I hope to promote our club with enjoyable events such as club drives in and around Brisbane, attendance to other club events/rallies/sports racing and workshop days at various club members.

10 Much will stay the same but with new ideas and enthusiasm. However the social side of things in this club can only be a success if members make an effort to join in and make it what it is. I look forward to seeing you all at club social events this year with plenty of laughs and camaraderie to be had. Cheers, Andrew Todd Social Secretary

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12 SPORTING CAPTAIN'S REPORT Come & Try/Test & Tune Day, Mt Cotton 31 st January, Come & Try: This event was well attended by an enthusiastic group of spectator/members, which included a few new faces and a couple of older ones. The first female club member to drive the Fasty around Mt Cotton, none other than our intrepid club Treasurer Chelsea Mills, had a marvelous first drive, if the width of her grin is any indication. After a couple of laps with an instructor on board, (and one aborted lap due to a mechanical issue in the Fasty), Chelsea amazed by completing a solo lap in around 72 seconds! In a strange car and being unused to the track, this time shows that Chelsea is a natural! Well done, Chelsea! Test & Tune: In spite of some extreme temperatures during the day, and a short downpour in the early afternoon, those members who tried out their cars, showed some very promising efforts. The first runs in the wet were interesting to say the least, and the Fasty embarrassed by completely losing power, electricals and completely stopping due to a battery issue. After a few minutes retightening some bolts (and sweating a few kilos) Wayne Ferguson and Ian Dalgliesh had the Fasty up and running once more. Club members who participated included Club President Noel Dore in the Red Beetle, Grahame Rumballe in the yellow VWMA Mk1 Golf, Ian Dalgliesh in the VWDCQ Fasty. (and Jan Bucifal in a new vehicle which does not have VW badges, sadly!)

13 Club members who were in attendance but not participating were Michelle Mills, Kelly Stephenson, David Olsen, Steph Leahy, Greg Turnham, Craig Hughes, and Wayne Ferguson. The amazing Dave Sidery sacrificed a much needed day off, to help out as an instructor, and contributed greatly to Chelsea's positive first day at Mt Cotton, Thank You Dave! The next sporting event scheduled is the first round of Hillclimb s for 2016 on 27 th /28 th February, at Mt Cotton. Ian Dalgliesh, Sporting Captain

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15 Important financial information for ALL club members Direct deposit into VWDQC s bank account is now the preferred payment method NAME: Volkswagen Drivers Club of Qld Inc. BSB: ACC NO.: Use your name and details of the deposit as the reference e.g. John Smith 2016 Membership or Elizabeth Johns Club shirt Receipts will now be ed to members upon request. Club members wishing to purchase items on behalf of the club need to have approval from committee members (one of the approvers must be the Treasurer) prior to purchase. For your convenience, reimbursements will now be paid straight into your bank account no waiting times! If you are approved to purchase goods and services on behalf of the club, you will be required to fill in an Application for Reimbursement form (contact the Treasurer) so the club can reimburse you directly. You will also need to supply the receipt(s). Your local Debits and Credits Dealer (AKA Treasurer) Chelsea Mills

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20 Volkswagen Drivers Club of Queensland Inc PO Box 568 Morningside Queensland Membership Application Want to have more fun with your Volkswagen? We d love you join our club of friendly and enthusiastic VW owners! As a member of the club you re entitled to a range of goodies: 2 x Club Stickers Membership Card which provides discounts on parts and service at participating outlets (QLD Only) CAMS affiliation for motor sport licensing purposes A monthly magazine containing news and views ( and paper copies available). General Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month (except January) at The Rocklea Showgrounds The Main Gate; Ipswich Road (Service Road), Rocklea, QLD, Meetings start at 7:30pm. All welcome! Social events, cruises and shows are held throughout the year, with dates etc. published on the club s website and the monthly magazine. The club also participates in Queensland Transport s Special Interest Vehicle Registration Scheme, however this is only open to members of 12 months standing with the club with eligible vehicles. ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FEE Full : $40.00 Pensioner/Student : $30.00 Associate : $5.00 per day PAYMENT METHODS Cheque/Money Order Direct Deposit BSB: Account Number: Volkswagen Drivers Club of Qld Inc. Account Name: Volkswagen Drivers Club of Qld Inc PO Box 568, Morningside Qld 4170 Please include your Initial and Surname in the reference. NOTE: Membership is for a period of 12 months, starting from the time your application is accepted CUT HERE CUT HERE I/We hereby apply for membership to the Volkswagen Drivers Club of Qld Inc, a CAMS affiliated club. I/We understand that this application is subject to acceptance by the committee, and is granted on the condition that I/We agree to abide by the Rules and the Constitution of the Club. NAME (1) NAME (2) ADDRESS: PHONE: (H) (MOB) DOB (1): (2) OCCUPATION: TYPE OF VW (1): YEAR: REGO: TYPE OF VW (2): YEAR: REGO: SIGNATURE: DATE: NOMINATED BY:.. or Web Site or Renewal (please indicate whichever is applicable)