NOVEMBER Riverland Tucker & Toy Run SUNDAY DECEMBER 2nd

NOVEMBER 2012 Published every 3 months May, August, November, February Annual Subscription due February 28th Mailed hard copy $15 Emailed copy $10 For Magazine matters contact Editor: Trev Brine (Salty) 08 7507 7100 or 0427 951 627 salty2@internode.on.net 2012 Riverland Tucker & Toy Run SUNDAY DECEMBER 2nd This year we are trialling dual starting points, with the option of beginning at Waikerie or Renmark. The two groups will join at Loxton for the remainder of the ride through Berri and Glossop to Barmera. For further enquiries contact Pete Norman 0n 85 865 891 or 0457 465 456, or Editor. The MALLEE BRANCH CHRISTMAS DINNER will be on Saturday November 10 at Nuriootpa Rovers Football Club, Penrice Rd Nuriootpa See Rides Calendar on pg 11 for details

THE GRAPEVINE - page 2 PRESIDENT: Robert Todd #21526 P.O. Box 9 BARMERA SA 5345 08 85837131: 0428251968 toddie2@optusnet.com.au SECRETARY Rosemary Sandow #58593 11 Tolarno Street RENMARK SA 5341 08 85865891: 0408487018 rosandow@bigpond.com TREASURER Ian Wolter #51878 P.O. Box 156 RENMARK SA 5341 08 85865614: 0427953097 wolter8@bigpond.com QUARTERMASTER George Stevenson #31552 21/1 Murray Dyer Avenue RENMARK SA 5341 08 85803621: 0447484740 gandhstevo@optusnet.com.au RIDES Mick Himsworth #38868 CORDINATORS PO Box 1572 RENMARK, SA 5341 0409708186 rvc3@bigpond.com.au Neville Whitehead #22840 PO Box 93 RENMARK SA 5341 85958032 H 0417868378 nevillewhitehead@bigpond.com EDITOR & Trevor Brine #21154 ASSISTANT PO Box 350 TREASURER RENMARK, SA 5341 08 75077100 0427951627 salty2@internode.on.net INFORMATION Peter Norman #31434 CO ORDINATOR P.O. Box 129 PARINGA SA 5340 08 85955085: or 0885865891 0457484740 rosandow@bigpond.com SOCIAL & Carol Pickering #50823 FUNDRAISING 9B Bice St. CO ORDINATOR BARMERA SA 5343 0885883126 0408839135 carolpickering@optusnet.com.au VICE-PRESIDENT Graeme Rule #17528 & BRANCH PO Box 298 HISTORIAN RENMARK SA 5341 0408689707 rulesmail@bigpond.com.au WELFARE OFFICER Royce Fisher #33687 P.O. Box 62 BARMERA SA 5345 08 85881020: 0437910959 r.sfish@yahoo.com.au COMMITTEE Sylvia Fisher #33688 P.O. Box 62 BARMERA SA 5345 08 85881020: 0428877561 r.sfish@yahoo.com.au COMMITTEE Ashley Clark #37979 Sunday August 22 P.O. Box 803 RENMARK SA 5341 08 85953062: 0419811686 agsclark@bigpond.com After enduring a fairly crappy winter the favourable weather forecast for Sunday August 26 th made the programmed Mallee Branch ride to Mount Pleasant too much to resist. Spring was just around the corner! Seven bikes loaded with nine Ulyssians assembled at our Barmera Pitstop departure point, then blasted off in a Westerly direction for them thar hills at 9:30 Ulysses Time. The variety of bikes seen on our group rides never fails to amaze me. This time our contingent consisted of Zebe (AKA Nev) on his R1200RT Beemer, Mick & Harley, Ray & K1600 Beemer, Bull & Suzi 1250 Bandit, Ash & Sylv on the Duc Multistrada 1200, Ron & Jill on the Yam TDM and me on my Raptor 1000. Wouldn t say no to having that line up in my shed. But we can t afford THE SHED, Just jokin dear. The ride down was pleasant but uneventful. Geez I hope I was awake! But I remember the short break at Waikerie and then the ride down the highway through Blanchetown and turning off to Sedan. Anyway it was a beaut day for just cruising.

THE GRAPEVINE - page 3 Latest police technology can x-ray moving bikes. Nev was lucky this time as the operator had the gain turned up so high that the rider was rendered invisible.(since July 2012 the wearing of highly coloured jocks while riding a motorcycle over 600cc is illegal, so this picture could have resulted in a hefty fine) We rested at Sedan, which was a pre-arranged rendezvous with Ian, who has had a long association with the Mallee mob and now lives in Adelaide. (We encounter yet another type of bike, his Triumph Sprint 955). The section up the hill to Keyneton is always sweet for those of us who feel topographically deprived (corner-starved) and this was no exception. After the short run across the top we arrived at Mount Pleasant as a relatively tidy rabble. Where will we eat? was the cry. There wasn t much to debate since we were parked outside a pub. The ten of us entered the Mount Pleasant Hotel together. Sorry, it was nine only as Mick had not wasted valuable time like the rest of us and was already downing his second. Refreshments and lunch were partaken and mostly enjoyed. As usual we provided our own brand of bulldust and (f)lies for entertainment. Rides boss Nev asked us which way we wanted to ride home (someone suggested forwards ). Nev s suggestion of Tungkillo, Mannum and Walker Flat was agreed on, so we said goodbye to Ian, who was returning to Adelaide, and mounted the previously mentioned assortment of motorcycles. Down the hill to Tungkillo was a good ride, notwithstanding swivel-necks towing caravans. (Hang on Trev they were probably lovely people who were jealous of us other old farts and the freedom of bike riding). Some of us who have got tiny tanks and/or ride too hard then fuelled up at Mannum, before we regrouped and cruised through Mannum and on to the ferry crossing at Walker Flat. It was there that the author was terrorised by one of the less mature of the group, who rained gibbers on to the dunny roof! As it happened the ferry ride was the last time we spoke on the ride (as a group, not just me and the stone thrower). I think it often happens that on the way home in the flat country after enjoying some different roads we are just keen to get the job done. We rode as a group all the way (not always the case), waving goodbye to our mates as they peeled off to their homes. I thoroughly enjoyed the day and hope others felt the same way, especially the newer Ulyssians in the group. Thanks rides-bosses Nev and Mick! Mallee Branch welcomes new members Ron Atkinson & Gill Ray Andt & Julie We re looking forward to seeing more of you soon! Salty

THE GRAPEVINE - page 4 Sunday July 8: On arriving at the Pit Stop at about 9.30 am. I found Ash read to go. No, not 9.30 am., we leave at 10.30 am., so he could relax. After a coffee a few more turned up, so I decided to leave for our assembly point at Loxton. A little early, catching 1 or 2 late comers by surprise Ulysses members always leave late, is the rule. At Loxton they gradually assembled, we had eleven bikes and twelve people. After sorting out our Agenda we left, yes, a little late. Nice day, no wind, cool, good riding conditions. Just over half way I pulled in to a parking bay for a pit stop. Lucky I did because it allowed Cookie to catch up, after (I hate to admit this) his R/V mirror dropped off. However, the glass did not break, tough those BMW s. As planned, we arrived at Tom Quince s place to have a look at his collection of Holdens. He must have about 8 in going condition, one getting done and another getting reconditioned for some one else. His pride and joy is a 48 215, they don t come any older than that, and his number plate is SA48-215. We left Tom to open the Museum. We had lunch at the Mobil Service Station. This is where we met Spen. He was already in Pinnaroo waiting for us. After lunch we went to the Museum which has an eclectic lot of stuff. The most unusual is the printing section. The rest is old tractors, stationary engines, farm implements and house - hold gear. Many thanks to Tom for making it a good day and a worthwhile ride. The ride home was through Lameroo to Alawoona, to Loxton and Home. Zebe July 22 I rode to Loxton in fog (not nice). Met with Simon and Raylene and Peter Schultz. They fuelled up, we left for Swan Reach. The fog was slowly lifting. Met up with Dave Barr and Ern and Ian at Swan Reach. Stopped for a coffee at the café by the ferry and was soon caught up with by Trev and Ash our crew was complete. On the way to Walkers Flat one of our members decided to find out if his bike could go faster than the speed limit. It did go over a little bit! After a leisurely ride to Murray Bridge, some fuelled up before the bridge, and we headed for Dundees Hotel and restaurant for lunch. Lunch was good (smorgasboard). After that the party started to break up, the Southeners leaving. Ern had to go around the corner to home, Trev, Simon and Ray, Ash left for a few twisties, while I went to Tailem Bend to meet with Michael. After I fuelled up, we left for home via Karoonda. Mick had some sort of wog or virus, he was not feeling well, so it was a slowish, steady trip to Loxton where we parted company. Thanks to those who came, to make it a good day and worthwhile ride. Zebe A grandmother was telling her little granddaughter what her own childhood was like: "We used to skate outside on a pond I had a swing made from a tyre; it hung from a tree in our front yard. We rode our pony. We picked wild raspberries in the woods." The little girl was wideeyed, taking this all in. At last she said, "I sure wish I'd gotten to know you sooner!"

THE GRAPEVINE - page 5 August 12 The morning was clear and cold when I left home to meet up with the crew at Yamba. Bugger me, I was not the first there! Ash C. and Keith F. were there. Time for a coffee with Peter as the rest rocked up by departure time. Ten bikes had gathered and we headed non-stop for Centro Mildura. Apart from sighting a few emus the trip was uneventful (read good!) At Centro we met with a few Mildura members and went in for a coffee. The Mildura blokes said it would take an extra half hour to go to Red Cliffs. So we fuelled up and headed to Werrimull via Benetook Avenue, arriving at the pub by about a quarter to one E.S.T. Simon, Raylene and Squizzy were already there, in total about 17 people. After ordering lunch we sat around outside (well most of us) and talked the usual talk (read bullshit!). Our lunch was served in reasonably quick time and it was good, nutritious hamburgers and fries. After lunch we gradually dispersed, the Mildura blokes went home. The main group stayed, until we decided to go home. However, I was delayed by the cook, she was telling me she is an ex biker and would love to get back on one. Once I got going the group took off and we made it back to the road block, where I had to get off and lift the lid of my top box. Others had to open panniers, unusual! After that it was to head for home. That was a good ride and a top day. Zebe September 16 Departure time from the Pit Stop was 9.30 am. for our ride to Burra, via Eudunda. Six people with 5 bikes and one three wheeler took to the road. We headed off to Waikerie then to Cadell, to Morgan where some fuelled up. Good riding conditions cool, little wind. I stopped at Eudunda for a visor clean and to make sure we had our full crew. The Burra Gorge stop We headed out to Robertstown, through there to the World s End. The country is looking nice with green crops and yellow canola flowers. On the way we turned left into the Burra Gorge for a look. The creek was not flowing very much. When it does flow it goes all the way to the Murray at Morgan. I was surprised at the number of people that were camping or having a day out in the gorge. On to Burra and lunch. Some (most) had lunch in the pub. A couple lunched in the café next door. After filling our stomachs, we filled our motor cycles with fuel and headed out into the Never Never (Burra Morgan Road). At Morgan we split, a couple going back across the punt, the rest (3) going on the Morgan Renmark road. A good day, a good ride! Zebe THINKING OF TAKING YOUR BIKE TO KANGAROO ISLAND? Carol and I recently spent a few days on K.I, and had to make the decision whether it would be on the bike or in the car. We opted for the car, and on balance it was the best choice. There is a lot of good bitumen on the island now, and some good winding and undulating roads which would be great on a bike. However, the scrub grows out to the guide posts, and there is a lot of wildlife, particularly wallabies. Also, a lot of the minor roads are graded gravel and not suitable for a touring bike, so this would limit your options a bit. We met a group of 3 on dirt bikes, but their options would have been a bit limited as most tracks seem to be locked up in National Parks, leaving only the unsealed roads for their pleasure. The island is worth a trip but I reckon the car is the best way to go. Toddy

THE GRAPEVINE - page 6 HAPPY 90 Th. BIRTHDAY NORM WESTLAKE More than 30 of us congregated at the Waikerie Hotel on Sunday 7/10/12 to celebrate Norm s Ninetieth, and honour Mallee Branch s oldest member. It was good to welcome friends from both Torrens Valley and Lower Murray Branches and their partners. Also present was Roger Gibbins, one of our few remaining inaugural members. Norm and Wife Merle were obviously moved by the support of their fellow Ulyssians, and Pres. Toddy presented Norm with a card signed by all those present, together with a 90 th gold badge. See you at your 100 th Norm.! Toddy Enjoy Superb Dining in the RIVER GUM RESTAURANT With magnificent panoramic views Overlooking the MURRAY RIVER. PH: (08) 8570 2003 Counter Meals. Accommodation. Conference Function Rooms. Riverside Beer Garden under Sun Sails. : SKY CHANNEL :TAB :BOTTLE DEPARTMENT : X-LOTTO : KENO : POKIES I saw an entry in the Ulysses website messages about 6 months ago looking for volunteers to become involved in escort and traffic control work for the promoters of marathon and pushbike races conducted in Vic. (think Tour Down Under format). It looked interesting and I found that the deal involved volunteering with a bunch of blokes, mostly Ulyssians to work under the direction of Victoria Police in providing traffic control for criteriums and road races. Expenses to and from are covered, accommodation is provided, and a daily expenses allowance is paid. An expenses paid motorcycle trip to Vic. and back looked good so I volunteered, and was accepted (they found I was as mad as the rest of them so I was in) The tasks are not for the faint hearted, particularly the road races which involve controlling the junctions and intersections through which the race will pass. This involves a rolling road closure with

Police vehicles at the front and rear of the cycle entourage (comprising support vehicles and the peloton) with Police solos going ahead and clearing and closing the road. Each scout has a list of the points which he has to control (maybe 6 or 8 in a 150km race) so this involves repeatedly leapfrogging the whole entourage to get to your next point and secure it before the peloton caches up. Getting past the riders is a black art rapid and continuous sounding of the horn/riding on the very edge of the tar/ sometimes on the graded verge/elbow to elbow with riders alongside/being prepared to suddenly brake for riders who swerve in front of you/overtaking vehicles (incl. Police) on either side, and dealing with drivers who are trying to enter the rolling roadblock. If you are not comfortable with riding in very close formation with bikes and other vehicles, then this is not for you. However the challenge is a good way to enhance your riding skills and confidence, and to spend good times with a good bunch of blokes who are dead serious on the job but who have a great time after hours. I ve done 3 tours now and have had a hoot. Unfortunately, the future arrangements are a bit uncertain as the promotions Company has sold the rights to Cycling Aust. and we are not sure if they will use Motoscouts in the future. Toddy. THE GRAPEVINE - page 7 SundaySeptember 2 Our menfolk were blessed with glorious weather for a 9.00am riverside breakfast at Bert Dix Park, Paringa on Father s Day. The assembled crowd included Neville and Leonie, George and Helen, Pete and Rosey, Gary and Di, Mick, Arthur, Strapper, Keith, and Carol who was acknowledging Toddy s day while he was off in Victoria piloting a pedal-bike ride. Pete and Neville kept costs low at $6.00 per head, but some happily paid more, so our fundraising account gained an extra $45. Big thanks to Pete for cooking a scrumptious feed of tomato, egg and bacon, and making sure we had everything we needed for the event, and to Trevor Dennis of Renmark North for donating the eggs. Thanks to all who came along to make an enjoyable occasion for the blokes special day. Rosey Sandow HOW IS NORMA? A sweet grandmother telephoned St. Mary's Hospital. She timidly asked, "Is it possible to speak to someone who can tell me how a patient is doing?" The operator said, "I'll be glad to help, dear. What's the name and room number of the patient?" The grandmother in her weak, tremulous voice said, "Norma Findlay, Room 302." The operator replied, "Let me put you on hold while I check With the nurse's station for that room." After a few minutes, the operator returned to the phone and said, "I have good news. Her nurse just told me that Norma is doing well. Her blood pressure is fine; her blood test just came back normal, and her physician, Dr.Cohen, has scheduled her to be discharged tomorrow." The grandmother said,"thank you. That's wonderful. I was so worried. God bless you for the good news." The operator replied,"you're more than welcome. Is Norma your daughter?" The grandmother said,"no, I'm Norma Findlay in Room 302. No one tells me shit."

ULYSSES MALLEE BRANCH COMMITTEE MEETING DATE: SUNDAY 15 TH JULY 12.00 NOON VENUE: BARMERA MONASH FOOTBALL CLUB Attendees: Rob Todd, Graeme Rule, Peter Norman, Trevor Brine, Mick Himsworth, Ashley Clark, Neville Whitehead. Apologies: Rosey Sandow (Secretary), Kerry Phillips (magazine Editor), Carol Pickering, Royce & Sylvia Fisher, George Stevenson ACCEPTANCE OF PREVIOUS MINUTES 29/5/12: Moved Graeme, seconded Neville and carried. BUSINESS ARISING FROM MINUTES AGM and Christmas Party dates and venues: held over till General Business Social Co-ordinator: not appointed. Norm Westlake # 18934 90 th birthday on 2/10/12: article in next Riding On magazine, and one for Bill Marschall also: Norm s presentation arrangements 7 Oct still to be advised by Rides Co-ordinators. Norm s 90 th badge from Ulysses has been received by Rosey. Confirmation of advice to Ulysses Branches and Bank re new President Update on Terry Heuzenroeder s health Border Incident comments: the event was very successful and may become a bi-annual event. CORRESPONDENCE Larry Caspers, advice re Terry Heuzenroeder s illness Final arrangements for Border Incident June long weekend Ulysses National Secretary, reminder to all Branches re updating Branch information Fleurieu Branch The Whaler newsletter AGM edition Acknowledgement of Mallee Branch contact from new member Robert Holmes Advice to Ulysses Nat Com re Paul s resignation and Robert Todd s election as President Toddy s article re Norm Westlake for The Grapevine and Riding On magazines Warren Foster Fleurieu Branch 10 th Anniversary 4 th August Integrated Tourism Services, flyer re Malaysian GP tours (Pit Stop noticeboard) Jen Woods National Secretary re Mildura AGM badges (forwarded to Committee) Minutes Ulysses National Committee Meeting 5 th May NatCom claim form for rebates for First Aid and Rider Training Courses Fleurieu Branch The Whaler newsletter June edition (forwarded to Committee) Mildura Branch Wintersun Runner Newsletter June 2012 (forwarded to Committee) Email to Adelaide, Fleurieu, Limestone Coast, Torrens Valley, York Peninsula & Mildura Branches re Rob Todd s THE GRAPEVINE - page 8 Presidency. Rod Lind email thanks for Mallee Branch input to Border Incident, and reply from Rosey (forwarded to Committee) Email to Natcom to order 90 th birthday badge for Norm Westlake #18934 (Badge received 2/7/12) Black Dog Ride Update June 2012 Sandy Edwards-Ware, new Secretary of Fleurieu Branch BUSINESS ARISING FROM CORRESPONDENCE Ulysses Guide for Members booklets from NatCom received 2/7/12 and handed to Committee members at this meeting PRESIDENT S REPORT Nothing much happening to report on TREASURER S REPORT: Details to 10-07-2012 Tabled Cheque account $$2889.59. Dreamsaver account $5077.62. $948.00 banked from Border Incident, $440.00 of which was bbq income after expenditure. Moved Peter, seconded Ashley that Treasurer s Report be accepted. Carried. QUARTERMASTER S REPORT QM not available for this meeting. RIDES CO-ORDINATOR S REPORT (Verbal) Nev reports that rides are going well. New rides will be posted in GrapeVine, due out early August.. Nev moved his report be accepted, seconded Mick and carried. GENERAL BUSINESS Ulysses Memorial Day: Moved Graeme, seconded Ashley, that Memorial Day be put in the Rides Calendar. Neville to organise something locally this year but maybe combine with other branches in 2013. 2012 Tucker & Toy Run Committee: Peter volunteered himself and Rosey, Graeme and Trevor also volunteered. Moved Peter that Peter, Rosey, Graeme & Trevor are the 2012 Tucker & Toy Run Committee, seconded Neville and carried. Organisation needs to commence about September or early October. Blanket Run: Graeme talked about a scheme run by Ulysses in Canberra, which Ulysses Mallee could possibly do for the needy in the Riverland for winter 2013. More information needs to be gathered from local Churches and support organisations. To be discussed at next meeting. Mallee Branch Christmas Party: Mick is looking into possibilities in the Barossa Valley for end of November or early December. More info at September meeting. AGM Date and venue: still to be determined. HART Advanced Rider training: Toddy is still following up numbers and more info from the trainers. There is word around that some one is trying to set up a new branch at Strathalbyn. Mallee Branch has no comment at this stage. NEXT MEETING: SUNDAY 02 SEPTEMBER AT BERT DIX PARK, PARINGA, 10.30 am, FOLLOWING FATHER S DAY BBQ (Alternative venue for inclement weather suggestion to scuttle to Rosey s, 11 Tolarno Street, Renmark!)

ULYSSES MALLEE BRANCH COMMITTEE MEETING DATE: SUNDAY 2 nd SEPTEMBER, 10.30AM VENUE: BERT DIX PARK, PARINGA Attendees: George Stevenson, Carol Pickering, Mick Himsworth, Ian Wolter, Neville Whitehead, Graeme Rule, Pete Norman, Rosey Sandow Apologies: Rob Todd (President), Kerry Phillips (magazine Editor), Ashley Clark, Trevor Brine, Royce & Sylvia Fisher. Meeting chaired by Peter Norman in Toddy s absence. ACCEPTANCE OF PREVIOUS MINUTES 15-07-2012: Moved, Mick, seconded George, Carried. BUSINESS ARISING FROM MINUTES AGM: to be at Barmera Monash Football Club (BMFC) 10 or 17 Feb 11.00am with lunch to follow, Toddy to book. Unanimous preference to hold the final Committee meeting a day or week before the AGM to avoid the usual rush. Toddy will set this according to AGM date and advise all Committee members. Christmas Party: Mick & Neville investigating Nuriootpa Football Club for a Saturday night in November, 3 course dinner and bar. It is adjacent to Barossa Valley Tourist Park. DATE IS SAT 10 NOV, $35.00 per head (late news as at typing up date!) Social Co-ordinator: Carol Pickering volunteered for this position as it aligns with her role as fund-raising co-ordinator. Norm Westlake s 90 th luncheon Sun 7 Oct: Toddy will check if Norm is available for lunch at Waikerie Hotel and advise Neville & Mick. Memorial Day Ride: 2 nd Sunday in September will be Sun 8 Sep in 2013. Rides Co-ordinators to liaise with other Clubs re event for that day. HART Rider Training; Toddy still awaiting numbers from Daryl Sparkes, Lower Murray, re combined session. CORRESPONDENCE NatCom: Minutes of Extended National Committee Meeting 30 th March (July amended version with correct Attendee list) NatCom: Minutes of Ulysses Club Inc 29 th Annual General Meeting 31 st March 2012 NatCom: Constitution Ulysses Club Inc 31 st March 2012. Ken Wagnitz, Adelaide Club: Joe Claassen has ridden on, Funeral 15-07-2012 Fleurieu Branch: July Whaler Newsletter Jen Woods, National Secretary: Psychs on Bikes, info regarding a group of motor-cycling mental health professionals aiming to reduce suicide in rural areas: www.psychsonbikes.com Due South Motorcycle Touring South Africa: 11 day Southern Spear Tour 29-09-12 to 9-10-12. Mildura Branch: August Wintersun Runner Newsletter Jen Woods National Secretary: Electronic delivery of Minutes and letters (NB local secretarial costs will increase for printing copies for our records) Barossa Valley Classic Motorcycle Club Inc: Info & Rego for Annual Rally, Williamstown Oval 21 st Oct. THE GRAPEVINE - page 9 Fraser Coast Branch: open invitation to 30 th Ulysses AGM Maryborough Queensland 15-21April 2013 Jen Woods, National Secretary: Nominations for National Committee 2013 due by 30-11-2012 Graeme Rule: application to NatCom for Ulysses PLI for Tucker & Toy Run 2 nd December Naomi Downie, Ulysses Administration: Info re Ulysses Website and FTP (File Transfer Protocol) websites Rob Todd/Graeme Rule: storage site for wooden toys made by Rod Pendle for Tucker & Toy Run. Graeme Rule: info from National Secretary re Canberra Blanket Run Rob Todd: Request from Two Wheel Touring Co NZ for info article in our newsletter Jen Woods: Memorial Day date Sunday 9 th September Acceptence of correspondence moved by George, seconded by Carol and carried. BUSINESS ARISING FROM CORRESPONDENCE Trevor not present to advise us what we might need to know about FTP websites. Tucker & Toy Run 2 nd December: Public Liability Insurance is ok. Committee to meet weekend of 22/23 September. Carol will join T&T Committee as liaison for lunch at Men s Shed. Rosey and Pete will collect toys from Rod Pendle and deliver to Sheryle Taylor (Christmas Appeal). Two Wheel Touring Co New Zealand request is ok for Grapevine. Blanket Run similar to Tucker & Toy run for collection of winter items is to be put on the 2013 rides calendar for May 2013, to be promoted in conjunction with Salvation Army. Rosey to check with Trevor re setting up a calendar so Committee/Rides Co-ordinators/Social Co-ordinator can keep track of things like Memorial Day, Blanket Run, AGM and various things that come up at meetings months ahead of the event. Trevor and Simon Jackson are aware of new Ulysses website: it can be mentioned in next Grapevine for membership info. PRESIDENT S REPORT: Nil, President Toddy is in Victoria piloting a bike ride. TREASURER S REPORT: Tabled. No questions so moved accepted by Graeme, seconded by Pete and carried. QUARTERMASTER S REPORT: George reports that sales are slow, not many new members purchasing items. Sales of $163.50, stock on hand $430.20. Acceptance moved by George, seconded by Rosey and carried. RIDES CO-ORDINATOR S REPORT: Neville & Mick reported that rides had been very well attended for winter. A core riding group seems to be re-forming, which augurs well for the approaching warmer weather. 10 participated in the Mount Pleasant ride on 26 August, and 17-20 to Werrimul on 12 August. No member feedback re November breakfast ride to Cambrai or Sedan so Ride Co-ordinators will proceed with their own ideas. Moved Neville, seconded Wally that Rides Report be accepted. Carried. GENERAL BUSINESS (Continued on page 12)

THE GRAPEVINE - page 10 ULUYSSES CLUB INC MALLEE BRANCH NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING To be held on Sunday 17th February 2012 11.00am at Barmera Monash Football Club, Barmera. Ulysses Club Inc. MALLEE BRANCH SECRETARY: Rosemary Sandow 11 Tolarno Street RENMARK SA 5341 08 85865891: 0408487018 Nomination for Executive Position of (Please tick box for which this nomination applies) rosandow@bigpond.com President Secretary Treasurer Rides Coordinator This form must be in the Secretary's hands not less than twenty-eight days before the Annual General Meeting Quartermaster Editor Committee Member Name of Member nominated... Membership Number... Nominated by... Membership Number... Seconded by... Membership Number... Nomination accepted (must be signed by nominee)... All persons using this nomination form must be financial members of Ulysses Club Inc. I THINK YOU'RE THE FATHER OF ONE OF MY KIDS A bloke goes to the supermarket and notices an attractive woman waving at him. She says hello. He's rather taken aback because he can't place where he knows her from. So he says, "Do you know me?" To which she replies, "I think you're the father of one of my kids." Now his mind travels back to the only time he has ever been unfaithful to his wife and says, "My God, are you the stripper from my bachelor party that I made love to on the eight ball table while your partner whipped my butt with wet celery???" She looks into his eyes and says calmly, "No, I'm your son's teacher."

Rides Calendar THE GRAPEVINE - page 11 All times are departure times. Ensure that you start with a full tank of fuel If RENMARK Forecast Max. Is 36 C or above any ride that day may be cancelled Rides Coordinators: Neville Whitehead 0417 868 378 or 85958032 Mick Himsworth 0409 708 186 SUNDAY NOVEMBER 4 - BREAKFAST AT SEDAN HOTEL A popular ride. Some of us usually venture into the hills after a leisurely time filling our bellies. Cost is $10 ea. Leave Barmera Pitstop at 8:00am. Please contact Nev if interested. We need to advise approx numbers for this venue. SATURDAY NOVEMBER 10 6:30pm - CHRISTMAS PARTY AT NURIOOTPA ROVERS FOOTBALL CLUB, Penrice Rd Nuriootpa. Cost is $34 ea. for a 2-course meal with choices, and drinks are available at reasonable prices. Please advise Nev if you are attending so he can book with the venue. We will indulge in the usual Kris Kringle, so please bring an inexpensive gift for same sex as you. (If you are not sure about this get a second opinion - Ed.) We will hold an open meeting next morning, details of which will be decided at the dinner. Accommodation is available at the Barossa Valley Tourist Park, Penrice Rd, which is perfectly situated adjacent to the footy club. Contact them on 8562 1404 or Freecall 1800 251 634. Directions: From The Riverland turn left off Sturt Highway into Nuriootpa on Murray St, then left into Penrice Rd past the High School. SUNDAY DECEMBER 2 - RIVERLAND TOY RUN See front page for times. SUNDAY JANUARY 6 - Proposed ride to Overland corner for lunch, leaving Barmera Pitstop at 10:30am. SUNDAY FEBRUARY 10 12:00 noon Reminder for exec. committee - Final committee meeting at Barmera Footy club. SUNDAY FEBRURARY 17 11:00am MALLEE BRANCH AGM - AT BARMERA-MONASH FOOTBALL CLUB Meals & bar available for lunch after meeting. Friendly one-stop service for Fuel & other motoring supplies Mini market ULYSSIANS WELCOME! SATURDAY NOVEMBER 17 11:00am Reminder for exec. committee - Inter Committee Barbeque hosted by Ulysses Lower Murray Branch, to be held at Swanport Reserve Murray Bridge 69 Tonkin Ave, BARMERA SA 5345 8588 2630

The Treasurer, Ulysses Club Mallee Branch P.O. Box 156 RENMARK, 5341 THE GRAPEVINE - page 12 Postage Paid Australia 11 SUNTER ST., STRATHALBYN PH. (08)85362677 FAX(08)85363628 NEW AND SECOND HAND MOTOR CYCLES SERVICING. TYRES. SPARE PARTS. MOTORCYCLE ACCESSORIES TRAINING. MINUTES (continued from page 9) Some local concern re Border Incident clashing with Mildura Wintersun on the June long weekend. Rosey to inform the southern clubs. Request from Riverland Special School for motorbike rides at the Craft Fair on Friday 23 November between 5pm and 7pm, with a preference for 3 wheelers. Pete Norman and Keith Francis are both ok with their Spyders Pete to check with Viv Turner and Graeme Harvey, and perhaps Royce with his sidecar. Two or three vehicles should be ample, handy to have an extra on-call in case someone has to pull out before the event. Neville thanked Pete and Rosey for organising the Father s Day breakfast. NEXT MEETING: November: Details to be advised. It is usually held the morning after the Christmas Party at the same venue as an open meeting. Mick & Neville to check if Nuri Football Club ok for Sunday morning 9.30 or 10am, and advise Secretary a.s.a.p. (before 15 Oct Grapevine deadline, hopefully)