The Newsletter of The FPV & XR Owners Club of ACT, Volume 1

NEWSLETTER OF

THE FPV & XR OWNERS CLUB OF ACT

Volume 1, February 2009

WELCOME

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Welcome to 2009. With a new committee elected at our AGM in November 2008, the year ahead looks exciting. The first club meeting saw a fantastic roll up of new and old members, and despite the heat, was a great way to start the year. The events committee have been hard at work over the summer populating the events calendar (see events section), so start freeing up those weekends, you're going to be busy.

MEET THE COMMITTEE

President (Dave Connolly)

Dave is a one-eyed XR6 Turbo owner and regularly refers to them as the superior weapon in the Ford stable. As a result of regular trips to Melbourne, Dave's XR6T is the queen of Dyno challenges. Dave's experience and passion for everything Ford, saw him as an obvious choice for President again this year.

Vice President (Karen Graham)

One of the few remaining E-Series owners in the club, Karen's calming influence ensures the male members of the committee are kept in line. Having two boys of her own (Brent and Jack), she is well experienced in this role. Karen has been largely involved in the ACT motoring scene since she was a small girl, and continues that involvement as VP.

Secretary (Jim Doyle)

Jim is a tireless worker for the club as recognised by him receiving the President's award in 2008. Mild mannered outside the car, when he steps into his T-Series his alter ego comes out. Like any good Secretary, Jim is the back bone of the Club and goes to any length to be of assistance.

Treasurer (Bill McKell)

Bill has been moving towards retirement for what seems an eternity, and looks forward to dividing his time between caravanning, and driving his beautiful GT-P. When the gloves come on, you know it is GT driving time. Being an Accountant, Bill provides a wealth of knowledge and experience to his role as Treasurer.

Promotions (Glenn Tinham)

Glenn does more hauling arse than anyone in the club, with his appearance at all club events. And why wouldn't he, with his beautifully presented XR8 ute. Noting that, Glenn is perfectly suited to his role within the committee, promoting the club at every possible chance.

Events (Richard Stevenson)

Richard is one half of a dynamic duo, Nicole being the other. Another XR6T owner, Richard sold his soul at the FPV Open Day in 2007 when he replaced his AU XR8. Richard keeps all the members of the club busy, arranging a wide variety of events to attend through-out the year.

CAR OF THE NEWSLETTER

Dave Hanson's Blueprint XR6T has show and go. Whether it is being presented at a Show N' Shine, towing a boat up and over the Clyde, or strutting its stuff on a Dyno, the XR6T never ceases to turn heads. The attention to detail, especially in the engine bay, makes this a car desired by all.

Dave holds the honour of being voted by the members of the FPV & XR Owners Club of ACT as the Clubman of the Year. Well done Dave, it is thoroughly deserved!

Photo courtesy of data_mine Photography

2010 ALL FORD DAY

On the 14th of March 2010, the FPV & XR Owners Club of ACT will be hosting its first ever All Ford Day on the east lawns of Old Parliament House. Building on the success of the Show N' Shine that has been hosted in previous years, this event is planned to bring the best Ford motor vehicles to the ACT as a show of devotion to the Ford brand.

Planning for the All Ford Day has begun, and members are encouraged to involve themselves in any way they can to ensure the success of this event. More details on the All Ford Day will be provided at club meetings and in the newsletter in the upcoming months.

EVENTS

As mentioned previously, the events calendar is already filling up and is presented here. An updated events calendar can be found here. Richard, Chris and Pete are always looking for ideas for events so here is your chance to have some input. Send an email to the Events Committee.

*EVENT ALERT*

Alpine Cruise - Sunday February 22nd.

Meeting place will be the Lanyon McDonalds carpark at 9.15am for a 9.30am departure. We'll be heading down the Monaro Highway to Cooma, then onto the Alpine Highway through Adaminaby to Tumut before looping around and heading back home. Total driving distance should be about 500km and we should be back mid-late afternoon.

FEBRUARY
5 – Club meeting
22 – Alpine cruise

MARCH
1 – FPV Open Day
5 – Club meeting
14 – Movie night – Eric Bana’s “Love The Beast”
21-22 – V8 Supercars Clipsal 500, Adelaide SA
22 – Shannons Wheels, Old Parliament House lawns
28 – GENTECH Dyno Day (to be confirmed)
28-29 – V8 Supercars F1 Grand Prix, Melbourne VIC

APRIL
2 – Club meeting
5 – BBQ cruise
18-19 – V8 Supercars Hamilton 400, NZ
26 – Southern Highland cruise

MAY
1-2 – V8 Supercars, Winton VIC (overnight trip)
7 – Club meeting
17 – Observation rally
31 - Sydney All Ford Day, Eastern Creek NSW
30-31 – V8 Supercars Tasmania Challenge, Symmonds Plains TAS

JUNE
4 – Club meeting
13 – Ten-pin bowling night
20-21 – V8 Supercars Skycity Triple Crown, Darwin NT

JULY
2 – Club meeting
11-12 – V8 Supercars Townsville 400, QLD

AUGUST
1-2 – V8 Supercars Sandown 400, Melbourne VIC
6 – Club meeting
16 – Gundaroo Pub pizza cruise
22-23 – V8 Supercars Queensland 400, Brisbane QLD

SEPTEMBER
3 – Club meeting
12-13 – V8 Supercars L&H 500, Phillip Island VIC

OCTOBER
1 – Club meeting
11 – V8 Supercars Supercheap Auto 1000, Bathurst NSW
18 – South Coast cruise
24-25 – V8 Supercars Coffee Club Challenge, Gold Coast QLD

NOVEMBER
5 – Club meeting - Club AGM
6-7 – V8 Supercars Desert 400, Bahrain
21-22 – V8 Supercars Bigpond 400, Perth WA
22 – Marques in the Park (inc. club Show & Shine) – Date TBC
29 – Christmas dinner

DECEMBER
3 – Club meeting
5-6 – V8 Supercars Grand Finale, Homebush, NSW (overnight trip)
18 – Christmas lights cruise