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G’day Rangers, to all the Dads out there I hope you had a wonderful, sock, jock and tie day and managed to spend some quality time with you fathers, sons and / or daughters.

A couple of things to start with. Firstly, I would like to welcome the 2020/21 committee. Thanks to those who recommitted to the committee and those new members who nominated and were subsequently elected, it is greatly appreciated. I look forward to working with you all to drive the Club forward. On that note, it has been a few years since we had a “have your say” feedback session. So given we have a new committee, I have asked Chris (our VP) to pen us in for another session at the Oct meeting. So, put you thinking caps on and let us know what you would like to see. It can relate to anything, trips, merch, website, property, comms, meetings etc. Opportunity knocks.

Secondly, I’m not sure that we will get a magazine out this month. Please be patient whilst we set up our new editor (Trish…thanks Trish for nominating) and she gets her computer up to speed.

Our 25th anniversary dinner / awards night is on this weekend. It isn’t too late to register. I have received numerous emails from Chris (this years organiser) asking for more of you to support the activity. All I will say here is, it would be nice if more members would commit, particularly for the award recipients, venue owners and our entertainer.

Loftyfest is rapidly approaching. I sent a flyer out a week or so ago with more info, particularly re potential trips and the camp cook competition. Get your favourite recipe out, as we will have three categories being judged with a small prize for each… Bread, Main and Desert.

Beachport response for next year has been fantastic; most of the sites have been allocated but not all. If you are still interested and haven’t been allocated a site, contact me ASAP.

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More good news, our annual Christmas event will be back at Wirrina Cove. Thanks Kylie for persevering with the park managers. The activity will be held over the weekend 21 November. We have currently been allocated the open space near the shearing shed…yay. I have been in touch with our Christmas caterer and will firm up details shortly. I will send out further info within the next few weeks, so lock in the date and keep an eye out for the info.

Oh, one last thing, for those that haven’t…don’t forget to renew your membership.

Take care of yourself, and those around you – stay safe!

Next Meetings:

Next monthly meeting is 14 Sep 2020 Next committee meeting 28 Sep 2020 Word of the Month:

Quality – the standard of something as measured against other things of a similar kind; the degree of excellence of something.

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YOUR COMMITTEE DIRECTORS FOR 2020-21

PRESIDENT VICE PRESIDENT Gary Light Chris Grear

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TREASURER SECRETARY Kylie Cooper Malcolm / Ann Morris

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TRIPS CO-ORDINATOR FWD SA Delegate Trevor Light Paul Parsons

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MEMBERSHIP OFFICER(S) Marianne Sag/Rob Stevens

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YOUR COMMITTEE MEMBERS FOR 2020-21

WEBSITE OFFICER Kevin Jesshope MERCHANDISE OFFICER T.B.A.

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PROPERTY OFFICER EDUCATION OFFICER Peter Reed Steve Townsend

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MAGAZINE EDITOR GENERAL OFFICER Trish Dagri Ian McFarland [email protected]

GENERAL OFFICER GENERAL OFFICER David Cunningham Dewi Morgan

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YOUR COMMITTEE Committee members are elected by the members for the members. They are volunteers who kindly donate their time to represent the members interest in the day to day running of the Club, are you: 1. Interested in putting your hand up to help this club get even greater? 2. Not sure what role you’d like or what’s involved? Keep reading for a brief description of each role: President: - Convenes all meetings of MLR. Meeting with 4WDSA to push the MLR interests. Sponsor Liaison. Vice president: - Facilitate monthly topic of interest e.g. guest speakers, awareness sessions etc. Becomes acting President when the President unavailable. MLR club registration officer Treasurer: - Looking after club financials. Sponsor liaison. Secretary & Public Officer: - Minute taking for meetings. Correspondence in and out. Trips Coordinator: - Primary point of contact for members trip planning, advice and attendance sheets. Communicates trip calendar to members 4WDSA Delegate: - Attends bi-monthly 4WDSA meetings and is the voice of MLR, also reports back on any relevant information from 4WDSA that affects MLR. Membership officers (1 lead & 2 x assistants): - First point of contact for visitors that come to MLR, keep track of member attendance at club meetings and criteria for membership acceptance, welcome visitors and link them with a buddy, run the club night raffle and pay for any birthday drinks. Website officer: - Maintain and update MLR website and Facebook administration Merchandise officer: - Organises clothing and other club approved merchandise for sale to members. Property Officer: - Looks after club property and trailer, by maintaining where appropriate and lends equipment out to members. Education Officer: - Organises club training and awareness days. Liaises with 4WDSA Driver Training Unit for wider training opportunities. Magazine editor: - Collates all material to go into club magazine – photos, trip reports, jokes, interesting 4WD related stories sourced elsewhere. Facebook administration. Committee Member: - Supports other Officers of the committee, and helps with club events and trips where needed. If you would like to share your experience and contribute to the running of the club, please speak to a current committee member to obtain a nomination form. If you would like to share your experience and contribute to the running of the club, please speak to a current committee member to obtain a nomination form.

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Mount Lofty Rangers Inc. About Us The Club’s aim is for its members to enjoy all aspects of owning and using our 4WDs while enjoying the diverse surroundings offered by this great country. We are a club of 4WD enthusiasts who enjoy challenging driving, regular trips, camping, camp cooking and a great social scene on and off track. Membership Membership is open to anyone who owns a 4WD (regardless of its make or model) and has a passion for driving. Mount Lofty Rangers Inc is an affiliated member of the South Australian Association of Four Wheel Drive Clubs (FWDSA).

Club Outings The Mount Lofty Rangers provides regular day, weekend and extended four wheel drive trips, lead by experienced trip leaders. Trips are rated on the level of difficulty and are available to all members and guests. The club has a dedicated social committee which also organises regular events that complement the club trips.

Experience and Training Our current members possess a wide range of skills ranging from beginner to advanced. The club has a number of accredited instructors and assessors, and is involved in regular training via the SAAFWDC Driver Training Unit.

Meetings Club meetings are the second Monday of each month* and are held at the Blackwood Football Club, Trevor Terrace, Blackwood Time: 7:15 pm for 7.30pm start *Except where this Monday falls on a long weekend then the meeting is held on the third Monday of the month.

For more information on the Club please check out our website at: www.mountloftyrangers.com.au

MT LOFTY RANGERS UHF CLUB CHANNEL 27

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Paul McGregor – 0408 900 889

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Club equipment for loan! • Grate mates Gazebo 3m x 3m • Uniden UHF handheld radios Hot water urn and kettle • Tyre repair kit (large & small) Bead breaker • Tifor hand winch and cable Drag chains (x 2) • Car Bra • Trestle tables, plastic folding 1.8m (x2) • Recovery bag (inc snatch straps, extension strap, tree trunk protector and shackles) *All club equipment is securely stored within the club trailer @ Lonsdale

For further information on any loan equipment, please email Property Officer: [email protected]

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Memberships are due, TIME TO RENEW

If you haven’t done so already, we ask that you please renew your membership today! If you renew your membership prior to the end of August 2020, you will receive a $20 discount after which the fee increases to $110. In today’s climate this is good value for money i.e. renew early and its $90. Don’t forget your membership is linked to your vehicle, which means all of your immediate family are also members. By renewing you will be able to: • Celebrate our 25th Year • attend more trips, see new places, meet new people and share the experiences (including subsidised activities) • free attendance to club training / awareness activities • be eligible for reduced registration for qualified vehicles • purchase a wide variety of MLR merchandise • access to club loan equipment • have a say in how your club develops There are two options available to you for renewing your membership these include: • Electronic funds transfer: o BSB: 065 132 o Account No: 1004 4806 o Account Name: Mount Lofty Rangers Inc. o Reference on transaction, [name] and membership renewal (Bendigo bank does not show their customer’s name on account transfers unless it is the in reference) • Face to face with the treasurer Should you have any questions relating to membership I encourage you to direct them to one of our three membership officers via [email protected] or alternately any other committee member.

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SATURDAY 12th SEPTEMBER – 6.30 p.m. 25th ANNIVERSARY DINNER @ Mannum Club, Mannum

IF YOU’D LIKE TO ATTEND, PLEASE BOOK ASAP – TIME IS RUNNING OUT MONDAY 14th SEPTEMBER – 7.30 p.m. MLR CLUB MEETING @ Blackwood Football Club, Trevor Tce, Blackwood

SATURDAY 3rd OCTOBER – MONDAY 5TH OCT Contact: LOFTYFEST @ Mt Little Station, Gary Light

MONDAY 12th OCTOBER – 7.30 p.m. MLR CLUB MEETING @ Blackwood Football Club, Trevor Tce, Blackwood

MONDAY 9th NOVEMBER – 7.30 p.m. MLR CLUB MEETING @ Blackwood Football Club, Trevor Tce, Blackwood

FRIDAY 13th – SUNDAY 15th NOVEMBER Contact: MLR FISHING TRIP @ TO BE ADVISED Erik Kalderovskis

FRIDAY 20th – SUNDAY 22nd NOVEMBER Contact: MLR CHRISTMAS PARTY @ Wirrina Cove Gary Light

MONDAY 14th DECEMBER MLR CHRISTMAS MEETING @ Blackwood Football Club, Trevor Tce, Blackwood

MONDAY 11th JANUARY 2021 MLR CLUB MEETING @ Blackwood Football Club, Trevor Tce, Blackwood

FRIDAY 22nd – TUESDAY 26th JANUARY Contact: BEACHPORT @ Southern Ocean Tourist Park Gary Light

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SUNDAY 20th SEPTEMBER Contact: RUGGED TERRAIN DRIVING @ Jakem Farm Steve Townsend

SUNDAY 11th OCTOBER Contact: WINCHING/TRAINING @ Steve Townsend

Email [email protected] for more information or to organise one-on-one or group training

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PACKING A 4 WHEEL DRIVE IS AN ART - Story by Trish Dagri

Packing a 4 wheel drive for a camping trip, including the least amount of necessities you need to rely on to ensure your trip is comfortable can be quite a challenge.

Les Scott was quite impressed with what Rob Dagri had achieved in the rear of his Prado so decided to do a re-fit to his set up in his Land Cruiser. Les’s fit out was 2 drawers side x side with a fridge slide to the top of the left hand drawer to accommodate his 70 litre fridge.

So, the materials and hardware were sourced and with Rob’s assistance and cabinetmaking expertise, after lots of “measuring twice and cutting once” here are pictures of how things progressed.

All cut

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Carpet done

Finally fitted

LOOKING GOOD!

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25TH JUBILEE CELEBRATION

Where: The Mannum Club Date: Saturday 12th September 2020 Time: Arrive 6 – 6-30 PM for dinner… Happy Hour runs 5-6pm $5.50 schooners $7.00 pints $6.50 house spirits Tickets: $36 book and pay online Extras: Anniversary shirts available! *payment must be made before 24/4 by paypal, direct debit to MLR or cash to Treasurer *you can find an order form on Page 17. Music: In house band 60’s music Menu: Meal Choices Entree Mushroom Arancini Balls with roast garlic aioli, shaved parmesan & salsa verde Spinach & Ricotta Tart topped with a rocket & sundried tomato salad with a balsamic drizzle Main Sliced Roasted Porterhouse with mashed potato & red wine jus Atlantic Salmon with dill sauce & lemon risotto Lemon Pepper Chicken with butter sauce chat potatoes & green beans Dessert Chunky Chocolate Cheesecake with strawberry compote & cream Apple Crumble Tart with fresh mint & ice-cream

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25th Anniversary shirts are still available!

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LOFTYFEST 2020”

What – What is lofty fest, think Beachport in the Flinders. Numerous day trips from a base camp, camp cook (with prizes), socialising. When – October long weekend 2020 (3-5 Oct) Where – Based at Mt Little Station (Hot and Cold running water & real toilets) (15min from Hawker)

Costs – Camping Fee: $30 / couple, $15 / Single & Kids, Pets free (payment will be collected on arrival and sign in)

Trips: Pay as you go. Similar to Octoberfest last year, costs range from free to typically circa $60 subject to trip leaders chosen location.

Trips – We will run trips similar to our Aust Day activity @ Beachport.

If someone is interested in going to a location put up a trip sheet. There are plenty of locations to choose from in the Flinders from an hour to full day, driving and hiking activities, so take your pick and put up a trip. (see last page for potential trip suggestions, don’t forget to do your research regarding any associated trip costs)

Amenities – Flushing toilets and showers will be available for those who need them a relatively short distance from the camping area.

Camp Cook Competition – In additional to our usual socialising we will be running a camp cook competition on the Sat Night (subject to weather) with a small prize being presented for best Main / Desert / Bread. Gary will be seeking a couple of volunteers to help him judge dishes

Register your intent to attend on our website.

Open to MLR only, contact Gary Light for more info.

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https://mtlittlestation.com.au/

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TRIP IDEAS

If someone is interested in going to a location put up a trip sheet.

There are plenty of locations to choose from in the Flinders from an hour to full day, driving and hiking activities, so take your pick and put up a trip. Location 1 : 1a Bunbinyunna Track 1b Lake Torrens Track (Currently closed due to drought) 1c Historic Track 1d Wowee Track 2 SkyTrek via Moralana 3 Flinders Bush Retreats 4 Worumba 5 Loop - Blinman, Brachina and Parachilna Gorges, Prairie Hotel 6 Rawnsley Park via Moralana Scenic Drive 6a Arkapena 4WD Track 7 Mern Merna Station 7a New 4WD Track 7b Old track (closed at present (Apr 18) due to drought) 8 Moralana Scenic Drive 9 Argadells 10 Arden Hills 11 Three Creek Station 12 Bendleby Ranges 12a Ridge & Billy Goat 12b Bendleby (Nth range) 13 Copper track – Sliding Rock, Nuccaleena and Blinman mine 14 Mt Samuel Track 15 15a Mt Deception / The Pinnacles Track 15b Beltana Station through to Station 15c Beltana Station – Lake Torrens 16 Warraweena 16a Mount Gill Track 17 Witchelina and Farina 18 Blinman - Artimore ruin via PAR 19 Brachina Gorge to Bunyeroo Valley 20 Wilpena Pound 21 Mt. Caernarvon (Bunkers Conservation Reserve) 22 Walking trips e.g. Wilpena Pound don’t forget to do your research regarding any associated trip costs

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BEACHPORT 2021 Beachport - SOTP Sites Australia Day 2021 Handback Date - end Sep as at: 1 Sep 20

Site Surname Arrive Depart Pax Status Reservation per Heidi initial allocation Confirmed Number

D Sect Powered 1D Heness H 2A 77798 2D Hunt T 22-Jan 26-Jan 2A 77799 3D Brown S 22-Jan 26-Jan 2A 77800 4D ASCHMONEIT F 22-Jan 26-Jan 2A 77801 5D Chiswell K 22-Jan 26-Jan 2A 77802 6D PARSONS P 22-Jan 26-Jan 2A 77803 7D MORRIS A 22-Jan 26-Jan 2A 77804 8D KALDEROVSKI E 22-Jan 26-Jan 2A 77805 9D Weaver L 2A Y 77806 10D KALDEROVSKI A 22-Jan 26-Jan 2A 77807 11D TOOMER L 22-Jan 26-Jan 2A 77808 12D Eastham K 22-Jan 26-Jan 2A 77809 13D McGregor P 22-Jan 26-Jan 2A 77810 14D McGregor P 22-Jan 26-Jan 2A 77811 17D Wrobel S 22-Jan 26-Jan 2A y 77812 19D STOKES N 22-Jan 26-Jan 2A 77813 20D Cameron D 22-Jan 26-Jan 2A Y 77814 21D Light T 22-Jan 26-Jan 2A 77815 22D Woodforde T 22-Jan 26-Jan 77816 23D McFarlane I 22-Jan 26-Jan 2A 77878 26D Healey G 22-Jan 26-Jan 2A 77817 27D LIGHT G 22-Jan 26-Jan 2A Y 77818 30D Cunningham D 22-Jan 26-Jan 2A 77879

C Sect Powered 12C GREAR C 22-Jan 26-Jan 2A 77882 13C Townsend S 22-Jan 26-Jan 2A 77884 36C Doody 22-Jan 26-Jan 2A 77885 37C Doody 22-Jan 26-Jan 2A 77883 38C Blunt G 22-Jan 26-Jan 2A Y 77886

D Sect Unpowered TBC No UD1 22-Jan 26-Jan 2A unpowered UD2 22-Jan 26-Jan 2A sites UD3 22-Jan 26-Jan 2A allocated so UD4 22-Jan 26-Jan 2A you will have UD5 22-Jan 26-Jan 2A to ask

SouthernOcean Tourist Park - (08) 8735 8153 – Heidi Ring & pay your deposit now!

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A variety of club items are available for purchase. By wearing them we support and promote our club to the wider community. Clothing comes in a range of sizes and the best way to get correct fit is to come to a club night and try before you buy. Current Range • Khaki shirts (long or shirt sleeve) • Sublimated Polo shirts- Tyre print and Anniversary Flinders print (printed logo) • Soft shell jackets in black or navy • Soft shell vests in black or navy • Beanies • Baseball caps • Bucket hats • Stubbie holders All items come with club logo either embroidered or printed You can add an additional $7 to embroider your name on any item except the polo shirts which have a printed name for an extra $5.50. Orders and Payment Orders will be placed by Merchandise when minimum order quantities of 5 have been received. Sand Flag $25 - MLR Sand Flag to be used under the the orange flag as required in the Desert Parks, Beachport as well as other places we 4WD like Peake and Morgan.

To place an order contact: [email protected]

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https://www.facebook.com/RedarcElectronics/

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HISTORIC CAR REGISTRY

A 90 day conditional registration scheme For Historic, Left Hand Drive and Street Rod vehicles. Members of Mount Lofty Rangers 4WD Club are eligible for Club Registration of Historic, Left Hand Drive and Street Rod vehicles through the club. 1. Inspect vehicle and make sure it meets the criteria for Club Registration. If previously registered bring current registration information including current permits for modified vehicles. 2. Complete MR334 form and original to owner and copy retained by Mount Lofty Rangers 4WD Club 3. Log book supplied to vehicle owner and explanation of the use. 4. Record and retain a copy of MR334, Certificate of Exemption and Statutory Declaration if needed. 5. Record the Log book Serial Number on the Certificate of Registration along with the date of issue, the Club Stamp and sign the certificate. Retain Copy of Registration papers as proof car was registered at log book issue.

If you require more information or would like to proceed with a Club Registration check our Website:

https://mountloftyrangers.com.au/membership/club-registration/ or contact Chris Grear [email protected]

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