(Produced by Graham Mackie)

Our host for Meeting 1212 was Darryl R. of Carramar. Apart from the few cross country locals, most had a nice run up the Freeway for as far as it goes. Lawns were cut, edges trimmed and the new pyramid patio was just the bees knees for a little later than usual start, but given that Pres. JB drove all the way from Waroona, Paddy from Mandurah, Graham from Rockingham, Colin from Jarrahdale and others from the hills and far away it was not a problem We had  a well attended and extremely delightful  evening of news and laughs. Someone left a table at the meeting and Darryl would be pleased to know whose it is. Please phone him.....

Apologies noted were from the Pyles, David R, Kevin McM, & the Stewart -Richardsons.

Visitor Bruce Sharman, the new owner of Octagon Manufacturing and the principal of Bygone Spares and Restorations based in Toodyay was introduced and told us more about his business operations later in the meeting.

Minutes of 1211 were read by Sec. Ralph. Visitors were Brian King and Lloyd Rogers, the EMR sported 16 cars, the EFYacht Club b'fast was fun and the Mackie arranged guitar duo was most enjoyable. The OFL at Settlers Hills was well attended, David R. has acquired an MGB, Rob G. has some side screen info.

Darryl's Dilemma. Worst of all was the situation of a side of the road stranded Dazza, after the meeting while other members went zoom, zooming past. There was a need to knock up Colin B. to exchange a petrol pump at midnight. That is the second time a disaster has happened on the way home from a Butler meeting and Darryl is likely to boycott future attendances having broken a crankshaft last year and calling on Col. also at that time.

Matters Arising.

Birthdays. Graham M. and John L. celebrated actual birthdays on the 3^rd Feb.

Car Birthdays recorded by Register Secretary Paul G. were

9^th Feb ’48             TC 4736      Bruce E                 9^th car of 25 on a Mon

9^th Feb ’49             TC 7876      Colin B                   16th car of 19 on a Weds

10^th Feb ’49           TC 7894      Vern S                   15^th car of 16 on a Thurs

17^th Feb ’49                TC 7951          Wally B                       10^th car of 20 on a Thurs.

Kimber Run. This Sunday - 7^th departing Hackett Drive Carpark @ 6pm with destination the Grigsby's for a BYO meal/drinks and chairs. Maccas, Subway Chinese nearby.

MG Car Club doing a run to Mandurah tonight 5th for fish 'n chips.

Old Farts Lunch – March 1^st  will be at Spinnakers with genial host, Wes.

Concours 21 February 11am  at Hackett Drive, Crawley. BYO everything & car.

Karen L thru John thanks to all for messages of support and to Ralph and Mary for attending her Mothers Funeral. MRI Scan last week and chemo after that. Feels she is amongst a family.

Canberra club wanting numbers for a Pre-war  event on the alternative year to Beechworth. Same format. Aiming for 3^rd October, 2010. 

TC Seatbelts for Natmeet. Mike S. still awaiting a decision.

Instrument Faces were displayed. Most work by Graham A. Many thanks. As good as the originals.

General Business

Easter Run. Interest requested for a Sunday-Monday event. Advise Morris please

Master Cylinder. Patrick reported fantastic success – all wheels locked up with the same pedal pressure . Congratulations on another JB design success.

Subscriptions are now due, particularly those with concessional licences.  Concessional Licence issue raised in the minutes of MG Car Club said Steve P.

DPI is again called the Department of Transport. More letterheads but no stickers. Take your papers interstate.

TF's selling over east for big dollars.

Poster Prints arranged by Tony C, were distributed.

Romulus My Father. Ron M. asked if anyone knew the make of the Motor Bike in the movie. Whilst trying to think of the name, he paused, put head down, closed eyes and Darryl thought he had gone to sleep. Uproar !!.

Xmas Party. Items left at the Rankins are still there. Be quick if they're yours. 

The Book. Barry P. is asking for info in the form of 'ripping yarns' for THE BOOK. Please give all the help you can. He wants member stories 'in the book'. Will be in draft form by May, 2010. Wants some dates on photos , You will by now have received an email with greater detail direct from Barry,

Bruce Sharman was invited to tell us more about his business, having bought the Vic Longden Octagon Manufacturing business prior to Vic's passing.

He had installed eight of Vic's harnesses in the past and saw it as an add on to his current vehicle restoration business. He runs it from his home and restores cars to showroom condition. Charges monthly to spread the pain. We are welcome to visit anytime.

Next meeting on 18/2/10 will be at the Nev’s residence at Marmion.

I used to be indecisive but now I'm not sure

I'd give my right arm to be ambidextrous