(Produced by Graham Mackie)

Meeting 1196 opened with a greeting from Jack on behalf of Royal Perth Yacht Club and his joint host, Ted who had not only driven him up tonight, but was hopefully going to drive him back after Jack enjoyed a couple of reds. He apologised for not being with us on the Awards Night but was delighted to hear we had an enjoyable night at his Club while he was at Peel Health taking antibiotics. He thanked Kevin McM for parking arrangements and all others that contributed to the night.

He introduced and thanked Clem Rogers of RPYC for setting up the room, lighting the log fire, attending the bar and providing our supper and mentioned the offer to do so for others if desired. Quips of on board luxury yachts, barbecues and bikini clad girls for a summer meetings didn't go unnoticed.

Apologies heard from different parts of the room included Barry P, Graham R., David R, Bruce E., Brian W., Kevin W., Graham A.

Guests. Martin S was welcomed to  his second meeting.

The Minutes of 1194 were read and confirmed.

Club Register Birthdays 11^th June to 24^th June ‘09

                                                                                    Production date info:

15^th June ’49       TC 8974     Brian         10^th car of 15 on a Weds

23^rd June ’49       YT 3208     Richard      Produced on a Tuesday

Matters Arising

The Graham A Calendar was handed around. Congratulations on another fine production with some excellent photos. Currently being printed while Graham brings an MGB back from Broome. Labels on photos will be visible. Harry questioned a photo he believed was his

TC dial reproductions courtesy Harry & Deidre P. were also sent around for viewing. Ron  M. asked if the dial could be made to go faster (for Y's). (Laughs) Best for some time.

Last Chance. Winner Peter P. was determined to not be beaten by the opposite sex it was claimed. Colin B. ripped the handbrake out of a borrowed car  (not a TC). Scared Ron M. shirtless (cleaned it up). 11 TC's, 17 altogether. Darryl got lost three times and was disappointed not to get the wood - duck prize. Taking a navigator next year.

Trophy Night. All went well.

Gingin All British Car Day Twenty cars went up. Great day. Darryl went in comfort in a Healey – didn't need kidney belt but couldn't find the heater.

Old Fart's Lunch . Good spot, good beer, not a big roll up.

Next OFL  is 6 July. South of the river volunteer wanted. Editor willing but did it two gatherings  ago.

Concessional Licence Day this Sunday at 11ish at Col's premises. If unable to attend, contact Secretary please. RULES ARE RULES.

Reports.

Treasurer Colin gave a report showing a nett gain of $466. Decided questions would be too hard so we all applauded and accepted. A great and thankless job but thanks Col.

Club Register Report. Paul G. handed out a comprehensive report on car owner movements. We have 67 TC's, 7 TD's, 12 TF'S 2 PB'S, 3  SA'S, 1 TA, 11 Ybs, 2 YT'S . There are 45 TC's on the road.

President's Report 2008-2009.

Pres JB. said it was a tough year with several issues to be dealt with. Said a club was only as good as its members and we were fortunate to have a great set of them. The Concours was great with 34 cars, the Crowd Trial the biggest for a long while. He commended the efforts of the Y Type crew and Mike B for his Y Type Register Book.

Awards Night Trophies were handed to Clive B-B, Ron H and Len B. for 100 meetings, Morris P. for 200 meetings, Tony C. for 300 meetings.

Thanks were extended to Graham M for the Newsletter, and for reminding JB of what happened on the night, when Joyce questioned him, to Chris B. for his secretarial role, Barry P. for 'The Book', the Michelsens for 5 years of Xmas parties and the Rankins for future favours. He was amused when reviewing the Newsletters of the funny things that had happened thru the year. - eg. Mike Harcourt calling him 'Mr President, Paul losing sight with his beanie going over his eyes and no food, nor meeting after a long drive to the Nuthouse .etc. He referred to the number of new members, the visit of Bruce Ashton. To Col B. for reminding us we are a family and we turn up no matter what every 2^nd Thursday since 1961.

Elections

President He 'passed the horn' to VP Mike to conduct the Elections and suddenly found himself re-elected. 

Vice President. Mike was happy to stand again in that position.

Secretary Chris stood down and Ralph was elected to great applause to both.

Treasurer Colin D. offered another 2 years but will then throw the bag on the floor.

Club Register Secretary Paul found he was doing a great Sherlocjk Holmes job.

Competition Organiser. Noeline resting this year. -  Patrick takes it on.

Social Co- ordinator.  Morris Pav. Convinced the Pres. there was a role for him

Parts Manager. Garry was absent so was again elected.

Liaison with other clubs. Brian W. (also absent) finds himself elected.

Committee Members. Chris B & Steve P

Newsletter. A non elected position was questioned by Phil Wells. Graham M. continues.

2008/09 Year Begins

The new President shuffled his papers and assumed a 'Mr.President' aura.

Awards Night 2010. Col D. requested a decision on next years venue for the Awards night as there needed to be a booking 12 months in advance. Discussed/Approved.

Ron M. asked if pensioners rates might apply (to pensioners cars)

Natmeet Adelaide (2-6 April, 2010) Bulletin 1 is available. Col B suggested a quick decision on accommodation. It was decided to move on a booking – Adelaide Shores at West Beach.. Truck costs over $250 and $750 back. Col B. to book accommodation.

TC for Sale. Harry P. spoke of a TC owned by Bob Chappell in SA that Bob has owned since 1971 – very original (BRG). Has also reproduced an XPAG Special Tuning Booklet.

Bob & Lyn Douglas coming to Australia. Booked into Beechworth in October. If here for a meeting will attend – if not Harry & D. will have a gathering.

Consistency Trophy Rule Amendments.

Pres. JB suggested points should apply to Y Type Runs and Clark Rees days at Jandakot and Mundijong. Agreed.

Meetings 2010. 4 February Meeting by Peter P now to be taken by Darryl R.

General Business.

Patrick F. has a friend looking for Wedding Cars 28 November. Guidance given on issues attached.

Distributor Cap Clamp. Mike L seeking one with a micro adjuster.

Swapmeet.(28 June) Get into the old boxes of parts please.

Club Shirts. Maryann is seeking orders for the various types of apparel. Male models displayed the wares.Min 12 reqd.

Port bottling. Darryl asked about arrangements. Who is doing it?. To be resolved.

TC in Victoria, recently bought by a Michael Morrow – was originally imported inpo WA in 1962.

John L and carbies. John building up two carebies. Needs help

Next Meeting is being hosted by Colin Barnes and Clive Bedford Brown. It will be held 25 June at College Park, Melvista Avenue, Nedlands

Sayings, definitions and good advice

People going on a diet are just wishful shrinkers.

A penal colony is not an all-male nudist camp.

Men forget everything, women remember everything.

Men don’t confide in their hairdressers.

Alcoholic constipation is when you can’t pass a pub.

Where there’s smoke, there’s usually toast.

Beware the coffee shop that serves a blend – some of todays and some of yesterdays.

Why isn’t 11 pronounced onety one?

The last thing in the grasshopper’s mind when it hits the windscreen is its bum.

No! no! no! Said the lady centipede as she crosses her legs… a thousand times NO!!!

It’s nice that wrinkles don’t hurt

My mind not only wanders – it often leaves completely.

The best way to keep kids at home is let the air out of their tyres.

Men always have better stereos than women do.

The better a woman looks, the longer a man does