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China Open of International Classic Cars 2010

cathyh — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 10:41:47 +0000

The Classic Vehicle Union Of China is hosting a rally, the “China Open of International Classic Cars 2010” from 24th October to 30th October 2010.

The rally is for historic cars, and will be held for the fist time year and is recognized as a FIVA B event.

More information, including entry details is available on The Classic Vehicle union of China’s website.

Australian Historic Motoring Foundation (AHMF) Survey

scottf — Tue, 11 May 2010 11:40:36 +0000

The AHMF, in conjunction with the Queensland Historic Motoring Council (QHMC), is conducting a survey of all affiliated club memberes. The survey is available as both a web-based and paper-based survey.

The QHMC website has more information and a copy of the survey is available for download.

We encourage our members to complete and return the survey at the earliest possible convenience.

2010 Ormiston Swap – March 28th

scottf — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 07:40:05 +0000

The Ormiston Swap, held on the last Sunday in March each year, is on the Sunday, the 28th of March this year.

Entry for swap sites is still just $4.00 and the entry fee for shoppers and lookers is $2.00. Entry to the Ormiston Swap at the Ormiston School is from Wellington St, Ormiston.

Gates open at 5.45am and the day generally finishes about 1.00pm.

2010 Australia Day Rally was a success

scottf — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 03:18:18 +0000

The Bayside Vehicle Restorers Club is pleased to report that our Australia Day Rally for 2010 was a success. We attracted 550 cars, 11 bikes, 9 trucks, 2 fire engines and one bus. As the cars assembled, we served up over 1000 breakfasts to the waiting drivers & passengers.

Proceeds from our raffle were used to donate $800 to the Bayside Chapter of Sailability.

The Courier Mail was present and have posted a slide show of photos, taken at the Alex Hills Hotel. A detailed write-up will appear in the next edition of our magazine, due out in February.

Bayside Club 24th Annual Ormiston Swap

danielz — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 21:54:12 +0000

Sunday March 28th is the date for the Ormiston Swap, which is held at the Ormiston State School, Wellington Rd., Ormiston. This event organised by the Bayside Vehicle Restorers Club attracts several hundred stallholders selling every thing from parts for cars from the 20-30’s through to vehicle parts from the 70-80’s.

This year there will be Italian cars and bike parts as well as Australian; British; American; Japanese & other European country parts. There will also be stalls selling bric-a-brac. The event attracts thousands of buyers from all over South East Queensland.

This is the one swap you should attend if you are looking for that part or selling parts to make room for something else.

The School P&C supply all the hot and cold food and drinks at very reasonable cost. Gates open 6am. Admission $2.00 per person. Swap Sites $4.00. – Dogs not allowed. All Catering reserved – Ormiston SS P & C

For further information you can download the flyer or contact Richard 32073733 or Scott 3823 1794.

Motorfest 2010

danielz — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 21:50:00 +0000

RACQ Motorfest is on again in 2010 and will be at Eagle Farm Racecourse. The date has not been released yet but keep the second Sunday in July free to join the thousands of Vintage, Veteran, Historic, & both Modern & Old Classic vehicles on display.

The RACQ is asking people in the movement to identify the Vehicle that should be featured in 2010 so if you can recommend a vehicle make/marque to be featured at the event contact the Secretary of QHMC on 32073733 and let him know.

All suggestions will be forwarded to the RACQ in order to assist in the selection of the featured vehicle at next year’s Motorfest.

Gatton Truck Museum Opening

danielz — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 22:43:40 +0000

The Gatton Truck Museum will be opening on Sat November 7th.

There will be a short procession of vehicles for the opening celebrations, if you want to participate:

assemble at showgrounds at 8:30am
procession departs around 9:30am
looking for 11 open-top cars to ferry official party
a morning tea MIGHT be on offer at the showgrounds (or museum) but it would be wise to pack your own;

Motorfest 2009 cancelled – Bayside going for a drive anyway..

scottf — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 08:45:25 +0000

The 2009 RACQ Motorfest has been cancelled due to the rain overnight and the very wet ground conditions. The Bayside Vehicle Restorers Club have organised a day run to give you all something else to do. A run sheet is available the run will start at 9.00am from the Cleveland Showgrounds.

2009 Combined Council Rally

scottf — Mon, 11 May 2009 08:20:58 +0000

This rally will be different to the normal weekend rallies hosted by most clubs. The theme will be the great depression years of the early 1930s. Each day will feature a period of time during the depression years. It will be a lot of fun for all.

The 2009 Combined Council Rally is to be hosted by the QVVA and will be held on Bribie Island, June 6th, 7th & 8th. Themed on the early 30’s, with days dedicated to periods from the Depression.To find out more, read the brochure or contact Graham Porter on 3206 1812 or 0407 257 440. When you’re ready, fill out the entry form.

Club Magazine – May 2009 edition

scottf — Fri, 08 May 2009 23:08:43 +0000

The May 2009 edition of the Club magazine is now online along with copies of back issues of the magazine.