Official Rally Programme CMCA 33rd National Rally 06 - 13 October 2018
Campervan & Motorhome Club of Australia Limited - Australia’s Largest RV Club Rally Manager’s Welcome
Welcome from our Rally Managers Welcome to those locations and the all important Emergency Assembly Areas. who have braved Please remember that emergency information is as close the ravages of as the Membership card insert on your lanyard, which we drought and are recommend you wear to be identified for entry to the site, now here enjoying while on-site, and as you shop around town. what Gunnedah and the region has to The rally has been strongly supported by the Gunnedah offer. Supporting the Shire Council, along with Australian Motorhomes, KEA community through Motorhomes, Ken Tame Insurance, Supagas, Biomagic and these tough times is all on-site traders, as well as local business operators. needed. Recent rain I would also take this opportunity to thank the Mayor has hopefully been Jamie Chaffey, Colin Formann and staff who have been sufficient enough to of tremendous assistance. There was endless support in carry into Spring. the form of the CMCA Working Group, chaired by Councillor Please read your Rally programme for details of Owen Hasler and representatives from Council, along entertainment, on-site traders, food vendors, local with local CMCA members, and Customer & Community attractions and tours. Tours can be booked at our booking Relations Coordinator Chris Frend and staff. desk located in the KEA Building. Some tours are limited, Remember this rally, and others, would not be possible but extra tours will be considered on demand. Should you without the volunteers who work tirelessly to ensure require the services of the ‘Smiley Bus’ to venture into the members enjoy their rally experience. My heartfelt thanks CBD for evening meals or entertainment, please book with go to those volunteers and coordinators for their assistance the ladies at the booking desk. This enables us to transport and commitment over the past twelve months. you to and from town in an orderly and timely manner and avoids disappointment. Have you considered being a volunteer at a rally in the future? In the centre pages of your programme, you will find a detailed map to assist you with locating on-site venues. Your Rally Managers Not only with traders and the food court, but also seminar Paul & Anita Flynn Q2119
A BIG THANK YOU TO OUR MAJOR SPONSORS
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Welcome from Jamie Chaffey, Mayor of Gunnedah Regional Council On behalf of my It is little wonder that this beautiful area inspired Dorothea fellow Councillors and Mackellar - author of “My Country”, to write some of her the Gunnedah Shire amazing poetry and prose. community, I would Take a drive and visit our six surrounding villages - Breeza, like to welcome CMCA Carroll, Curlewis, Kelvin, Mullaley and Tambar Springs – and members and those savour the landscape and country hospitality these gems involved with the rally to offer to the region. our vibrant Shire. Jump on the bus and join the tour, which will include a Gunnedah is extremely visit to the Gunnedah Rural Museum to admire the recent excited and fortunate to addition of the miniature railway; exploring the habitat of host this unique event local wildlife and native birds that frequent the Wandobah and I invite everyone to Reserve; and to see the sights at one of the open cut mines take the time to discover in the area. the many experiences our Shire has to offer. If you have any questions about our Shire, please drop in to the Gunnedah Visitor Information Centre (83 Chandos Gunnedah is a multifaceted and diverse region - it is often Street, Gunnedah), talk to the friendly team and collect described as the “Land of Opportunity” and once you’ve some information brochures to take with you. visited the Shire it’s easy to see why. Enjoy exploring our beautiful Shire - the “land of sweeping Known as the Koala capital of the world, it is the hub of one plains” and “ragged mountain ranges”. Gunnedah Shire is of Australia’s richest agricultural regions - the Liverpool looking forward to having you. Plains in North West New South Wales - and is located at the crossroads of the Kamilaroi and Oxley highways. Regards, The genuine smiles of our people and the natural beauty Councillor Jamie Chaffey, Mayor, Gunnedah Shire Council of the landscape paint a picture of real country Australia.
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Volunteer Management Team National Board of Directors
Activities Lyn Fricke Q12493 Chairman Garry Lee A67278
Administration Karen Griffin Q3960 Director Richard Mainey Q60401
Catering Nicola Jensen Q73126 Director Gary Rebgetz Q2932
CMCA Club Chaplain Royce Thompson N92216 Director Eleanor Scully Q37099
Entertainment Cathy Lee A67278 Director Kim Atkinson V66245
First Aid Jan Binskin N54881
Maintenance Paul Jensen Q73126 National Headquarters
Rally Assistant Lyn McLaughlin V38836 Chief Executive Officer Richard Barwick
Rally Manager Paul Flynn Q2119 Operations Officer Suzanne Murray
Rally Warden Mick Griffin Q3960 Member Services Officer Lillie Sinclair
Siting Lindsay Turpin N18430
Trade Paul Scully Q37099
Transport Ern Paddick Q41050 Images Courtesy Gunnedah Shire Council
CMCA 33RD NATIONAL RALLY 2018 | 4 Contents
A - Z Rally Information ...... 06
In Case of Emergency Information ...... 08
Daily Schedules ...... 18
Rally Site Map ...... 26
Ladies Retreat Profiles ...... 30
Ladies Retreat Schedule ...... 32
Men’s Retreat Schedule ...... 34
Men’s Retreat Profiles ...... 35
Craft Barn ...... 36
Seminars & Workshops ...... 40
Seminars & Workshops Profiles ...... 42
Entertainment Bios ...... 46
Tours and Events ...... 50
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Administration Office The Administration Office is open from 8:00am to 4:00pm on Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 October. The office will be closed the morning of the AGM, Monday 8 October, opening at 1:00pm. From Tuesday 9 to Saturday 13 October, opening hours are 9:00am to 4:00pm. The office is located in the KEA Building (Centre Map No.4). Alcohol Members are welcome to consume alcohol within the rally site. Alcohol may only be taken into the Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (Centre Map No.1) for the Ball night, not at any other day or evening entertainment or events. Ask me about my Members planning on displaying their vehicle on Open Day will need to complete the relevant Motorhome form and collect signage from the Information Office in the KEA Building (Centre Map No.4). ATMs & Banks ANZ – 230 Conadilly Street Gunnedah – ATM available Beyond Bank – 202 Conadilly Street Gunnedah – ATM available Commonwealth Bank – 225 Conadilly Street Gunnedah – ATM available Greater Bank – 282 Conadilly Street Gunnedah – ATM available NAB – 246 Conadilly Street Gunnedah – ATM available Westpac – 211 Conadilly Street Gunnedah – ATM available Ball The Ball is themed ‘Australiana’ and will be held Friday 12 October at 7:00pm in the Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (Centre Map No.1). Think koalas, Dorothea McKellar and everything ‘Aussie’. BYO food and beverages. Table bookings are essential and can be made at the CMCA Booking Table located in the KEA Building (Centre Map No.4) on Wednesday 10 October from 9:00am. Bookings close Thursday 11 October 4:00pm. Bar The Gunnedah Lions Club is operating a bar from 4:00pm to 6:00pm, Sunday 7 to Saturday 13 October, located at the Lions Happy Hour Bar (Centre Map No.7). Behaviour on-site – The purpose of the code of conduct, is to set out the standard of behaviour expected of Code of Conduct members when attending a CMCA rally. In agreeing to be part of the rally, each member must also agree to adhere to these codes at all times.
Members must: • Treat all people associated with the Club, including members, volunteers, partners and external stakeholders, with respect; • Consider the welfare of the Club’s members at all times; • Be honest at all times; • Adhere to the rally rules established by the Club.
Uncooperative behaviour: • If a member becomes uncooperative or unruly, he/she will be asked to leave the venue immediately; • Furthermore, should this occur, the member may be asked to leave the site; • Failure to cooperate will result in the police being called to assist; • If this occurs, further action via the CMCA Constitution may be undertaken and possible expulsion from the Club could occur; • Expulsion from the Club invalidates the member’s insurance (if covered by the CMCA insurance scheme). Bikes/Bicycles All persons riding bicycles (powered/unpowered) must wear the appropriate helmet. Bowls (Lawn) CMCA members are welcome to participate in lawn bowls at the Gunnedah Services & Bowling Club – 313 Conadilly Street Gunnedah. Call the club on 02 6742 0400 to book a time. Breakfast Breakfast will be available from relevant food traders in the trade area. The Gunnedah Rotary Club will also provide breakfast in the KEA Building (Centre Map No.4). Bus (Smiley) Smiley Buses are available to transport members around the rally site and to and from the shopping precinct in town. Buses leaving the site will depart from the signed bus stop near Gate 1 on South Street (Centre Map No.15). The internal bus route is displayed on the whiteboards outside the KEA Building (Centre Map No.4). Groups wishing to utilise Smiley buses for dinner outings must register with the Tour Booking desk, between 9:00am and 3:00pm, to ensure everyone is transported in a coordinated and timely manner. Bus (local Registered Gunnedah Services & Bowling Club – 313 Conadilly Street Gunnedah, runs a Courtesy Bus Friday Clubs Courtesy Bus) nights only for the return trip, not for pick-up. Call the club on 02 6742 0400 to book.
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Car wash Car Wash 2380 - 12 Tempest Street Gunnedah, open to 9:00pm Gunnedah Coin Operated Car Wash – 90 Conadilly Street Gunnedah, open 24 hours Cassette See Dump Point. Centrelink/Medicare 34 Chandos Street, Gunnedah, ph: 13 24 68 Chaplain CMCA Chaplain, Royce Thompson, will conduct a ‘cuppa & chat’ in the Swagman’s Mens Retreat (Centre Map No.8) from 8.00am to 8.45am Tuesday 9 October to Saturday 13 October. Royce can be contacted on 0416 265 600. Chapter Banners Chapter Banners are on display in the Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (Centre Map No. 1). Chemist Discount Drug Store – 204 Conadilly Street Gunnedah, ph: 02 6742 0018 Karen Carter Chemist – 270-274 Conadilly Street Gunnedah, ph: 02 6742 0024 Churches Anglican Church - 32 Elgin Street Gunnedah, ph: 02 6742 0038 Presbyterian Church – Marquis Street Gunnedah, ph: 02 6742 0551 St Joseph’s Catholic Church – 346 Conadilly Street Gunnedah, ph: 02 6742 0200 Church – Rally service All members are welcome to attend an Ecumenical Service conducted by the CMCA Chaplain, Royce Thompson, in the Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (Centre Map No. 1) on Sunday 7 October at 8:30am. There will be no service held on Sunday 14 October. CMCA NHQ Office CMCA National Headquarters office is located in the KEA Building (Centre Map No.4) to assist you with membership and rally registrations. The NHQ office will be open from 8:00am to 4:00pm from Sunday 7 October to Friday 12 October, except for Monday 8 October, where opening hours will be from 1:00pm after the AGM. Craft Craft classes are being held in the Jayco Craft Barn (Centre Map No.9). For more information, booking and payment details, see the Craft Classes and Timetable on page 36. Dance classes Classes in Rock & Roll Dance are being held in Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (Centre Map No. 1). Please see the Daily Schedule for session times. Dentist Gunnedah Dental Clinic – 107 Barber Street Gunnedah, open Monday to Friday, ph: 02 6742 0369 Disability accessible Locations of disability accessible toilets and showers are shown on the Centre Map. facilities Disc Bowls The location of the Gunnedah Services Club Disc Bowls Courts can be found on the (Centre Map No.17). Team Competition This competition is for the members of Chapters. However, where Chapters are short of players they may invite another member to play under their Chapter name. The Team Disc Bowls Competition commences on Thursday 11 October and concludes Friday 12 October. Nomination forms are available from and should be returned to the Information Office in the KEA Building (Centre Map No.4) by 4:00pm on Tuesday 9 October. No late entries will be accepted. Presentation to winners will take place on the Gunnedah Services Club Disc Bowls Courts (Centre Map No.17) at the completion of the competition and photos of the winning teams will be displayed on the night of the Closing Ceremony. Singles Competition This competition is open to all members. The Singles Disc Bowls Competition takes place on Saturday 13 October. Nomination forms are available from and should be returned to the Information Office in the KEA Building (Centre Map No.4) by 4:00pm on Tuesday 9 October. No late entries will be accepted. If number for the male and female sections exceed the number of available places, a draw will occur. Presentation to winners will take place on the Gunnedah Services Club Disc Bowls Courts (Centre Map No.17) at the completion of the competition and photos of the winning teams will be displayed on the night of the Closing Ceremony. Other Events A ‘Disc Bowls – Refresh the Rules’ session will be held on Sunday 7 October between 3:00pm and 4:00pm at the Gunnedah Services Club Disc Bowls Courts (Centre Map No.17). A practice session will follow (BYO disc bowls etc – courts provided). A ‘Disc Bowls Happy Hour – Learn to Play’ session will be held on Monday 8 October between 4:00pm and 6:00pm. Beginners and First Timers are encouraged to attend as experienced players will be there to assist you. Those also wishing to practice may also attend this session (BYO disc bowls etc – courts provided).
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Doctors Dr Ken Adams & Dr Chris Gittoes GP – 59 Barber Street Gunnedah, ph: 02 6742 6606 Barber Street Medical Centre – 110 Barber Street Gunnedah, ph: 02 6742 4466 Mackellar Rural Health Centre – 27 Marquis Street Gunnedah, ph: 02 6742 1222 Dogs General protocol for dogs at rallies: • Dogs must be kept under control at all times; • All dogs must be on a lead no longer than two metres when in public places and not be left unattended (identified service dogs permitted); • Dogs are prohibited from areas where food is consumed, marquees, buildings, buses, and formal meetings and seminars etc (identified service dogs permitted); • Owners must ensure that dogs are not a nuisance to other motorhomers. Dogs should not be left unattended in vehicles, where their barking/howling can cause a nuisance to neighbours; • Dogs that have a tendency to snap or bite should be muzzled when out of their motorhome/campervan; • Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets and must carry ‘poop’ bags at all times when walking their dog; • With the express permission of all participants, dogs may attend a private happy hour; • A maximum of two pets per RV is permitted. An off the leash dog exercise area is located in the Coles Dog Area (Centre Map No.14). Please ensure your dog is kept under control at all times. A pet friendly eating area is also available located in the Australian Motorhomes Outdoor Trade Area (Centre Map No.6). Dog socialisation Erich Stephan will host ‘Dog Socialisation’ sessions each day 3:00pm to 4:00pm in the Coles Dog Area (Centre Map No.14). Fun Pet Show on Friday, see Erich for categories. Drones and model The use of drones and model aircraft on the rally site must be authorised by Rally Management. aircraft Dump points Please refer to the Centre Map of this programme for location of your nearest Dump Point. Emergency In the event of a Medical Emergency, call 000 from a mobile phone Medical & Fire/Police Address is Gunnedah Showgrounds, 12 South Street Gunnedah. Nearest cross street is View Street. Then call First Aid on Mobile 0409 305 288 or UHF Channel 52. Turn on your vehicle’s hazard lights day or night and alert your neighbours. In the event of a caravan or fifth wheeler without a tow vehicle present, please stand in front of the RV until RV Sales assistance arrives.
For fire and police emergency, call 000 from a mobile phone Address is Gunnedah Showgrounds, 12 South Street Gunnedah. Nearest cross street is View Street. Service Centre Then call the Rally Warden on Mobile 0429 654 480 or UHF Channel 50. Turn on your vehicle’s hazard lights day or night and alert your neighbours if safe to do so. DO NOT move your vehicle unless instructed by the Rally Warden or Emergency Response Team (ERT) personnel. Parts & Accessories
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Fashion parade A Fashion Parade to delight and entertain is being held on Wednesday 10 October from 2:00pm in the Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (Centre Map No.1). Come and see our own members, both male and female, model clothes from the local Target store. A gold coin donation will be collected and given to a local charity. There will be a lucky door prize drawn. First Aid First Aid is located in the KEA Building (Centre Map No.4) marked with a on the Centre Map. Staff will be available for any First Aid needs, subject to call outs, from 8:00am – 12pm daily (excluding Monday 8 October for the duration of the AGM). First Aid personnel may also be contacted on mobile 0409 305 288 or UHF Channel 52, should you require First Aid assistance. First Timers An invitation is extended to all First Time Rally attendees to attend the First Timer’s Breakfast and Meeting, to be held at the back of the KEA Building (Centre Map No.4) on Sunday 7 October from 7:30am, followed by an opportunity to meet the Board of Directors, Life and Foundation SWAP YOUR BOTTLE Members, National Headquarters staff and Rally Management at 9:00am. Please bring your own crockery, cutlery and mugs. FOR ONLY $20^ AT Food Court The Food Court Area is located near the Australian Motorhomes Outdoor Trade Area (Centre Map THE cmca No.6). Food and beverages are available from various vendors. A pet friendly area is available for those who prefer to be with their little mates to enjoy a snack. nATIONAL rALLY. For sale Members wishing to list their vehicle/s for sale may do so by completing the appropriate form at the Information Centre in the KEA Building (Centre Map No.4). A list will be compiled and displayed on the members noticeboard. eFTPOS WILL BE Gas refills Gas sales will be handled directly by Supagas. Supagas has a ‘Swap n Go’ for 4kg and 9kg bottles on-site, located in the Australian Motorhomes Trade Pavilion (Centre Map No.5). A gas AVAILABLE AT bottle refill service is also available which will be refilled daily. THE STAND. Gas – Safety • Turn off the LP gas container gas valve if safe to do so. Procedures • Evacuate the area for 100 metres around the leak (danger area). • Post a sentry to warn passers-by of the danger. • Ring 000 from outside the danger area. • Also contact the Rally Warden on 0429 654 480 or UHF Channel 10 to ensure the Emergency 8.5kg Response Team (ERT) can attend as quickly as possible. • Ensure no smoking or other means of ignition is allowed within a 100-metre radius. • Allow the leaked gas to dissipate into the atmosphere before entering the danger area or the motorhome. Monitor the area to ensure the bottle is not still leaking. • Get qualified assistance to determine the cause of the leak. • If cylinder catches alight, (via the pressure valve) spray water onto the top half of the VISIT US AT THE cylinder to keep cool and then gradually turn valve off or let cylinder vent. (Make sure that in CMCA NATIONAL RALLY doing this you are not putting yourself in danger). ^ Generators Guideline for the use of generators at rallies: 6 - 13 OCTOBER
• Generators should have a noise level not exceeding 68db # • Generators must be run ONLY between 9.00am and 4.00pm with your neighbours’ consent. TO ENTER! Generators must not be run for more than two (2) consecutive hours and for not more than four (4) hours per day. (Extended generator hours are available in a separate area of the Rally site (8.00am-8.00pm). • If generators must be run outside the designated hours, these members will need to consider relocation to a more appropriate site at the rally, after consultation with the rally Manager. • Members who insist on running generators outside the approved hours, without the authorisation of the Rally Manager, may be asked to leave the rally. GeoWiki GeoWiki workshops are situated in Room 1 KTA Seminar Rooms (Centre Map No.12). See Daily Schedule for session times. Golf If you wish to organise a game of golf, please contact the Gunnedah Golf Club on 02 6742 2111. The Golf Club is located in George Street Gunnedah. Grey water Grey water may be trickle fed onto the grassed areas if you use a sock (provided in your rally bag by BioMagic) on the end of your hose. Please ensure you relocate the hose every day to Terms and conditions: † Offer applies to new Supagas residential customers for first order only. Offer applies to 45kg LPG cylinders only. Max two 45kg LPG safeguard against flooding the area. Please be mindful that your grey water does not cause a cylinders per order (including the 1 free cylinder). Both cylinders need to be ordered on first order. 12 months non-refundable rental applies per cylinder. Offer valid problem for your neighbours. until 31 October 2018 or until Supagas cease offer. This offer may not be used with any other offer or redeemed for cash. Offer available through participating Supagas branches, dealers and agents (excludes certain areas). Supagas can cancel or change this promotion without notice. Contact your nearest Supagas branch for more information. * Supagas provide a free delivery service to most areas. Contact your nearest Supagas branch for more information. Hospital In an Emergency call 000 and refer to Emergency procedure. ^This offer is valid only for cylinders filled or exchanged and collected from the CMCA National Rally only. Offer valid from 6-13 October 2018 at the CMCA National Gunnedah Hospital – 2 Marquis Street Gunnedah, ph: 03 6741 8000. Rally only. This offer is not valid with any other promotion unless advised otherwise by an authorised Supagas representative. Offer valid for 3.7kg and 8.5kg size LP gas cylinders only. Limit of 2 cylinders per account. Cylinders must be in a safe and suitable condition and stamped in date by an industry approved testing Emergency entry is in Anzac Parade Gunnedah. facility. Supagas reserves the right to retract this offer at any time without notice. Prices are subject to change at any time without notice. New BBQ cylinders purchase also available. Please note that only 1x LPG 8.5kg cylinder can be transported in an enclosed vehicle at a time and must be stored in an upright position. # Visit the Supagas stand at the CMCA National Rally for full terms and conditions. CMCA 33RD NATIONAL RALLY 2018 | 10 SWAP YOUR BOTTLE FOR ONLY $20^ AT THE cmca nATIONAL rALLY.
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Terms and conditions: † Offer applies to new Supagas residential customers for first order only. Offer applies to 45kg LPG cylinders only. Max two 45kg LPG cylinders per order (including the 1 free cylinder). Both cylinders need to be ordered on first order. 12 months non-refundable rental applies per cylinder. Offer valid until 31 October 2018 or until Supagas cease offer. This offer may not be used with any other offer or redeemed for cash. Offer available through participating Supagas branches, dealers and agents (excludes certain areas). Supagas can cancel or change this promotion without notice. Contact your nearest Supagas branch for more information. * Supagas provide a free delivery service to most areas. Contact your nearest Supagas branch for more information. ^This offer is valid only for cylinders filled or exchanged and collected from the CMCA National Rally only. Offer valid from 6-13 October 2018 at the CMCA National Rally only. This offer is not valid with any other promotion unless advised otherwise by an authorised Supagas representative. Offer valid for 3.7kg and 8.5kg size LP gas cylinders only. Limit of 2 cylinders per account. Cylinders must be in a safe and suitable condition and stamped in date by an industry approved testing facility. Supagas reserves the right to retract this offer at any time without notice. Prices are subject to change at any time without notice. New BBQ cylinders purchase also available. Please note that only 1x LPG 8.5kg cylinder can be transported in an enclosed vehicle at a time and must be stored in an upright position. # Visit the Supagas stand at the CMCA National Rally for full terms and conditions. CMCA 32ND NATIONAL RALLY 2017 | 11 A - Z Rally Information
Information The Information Office located in the KEA Building (Centre Map No.4) is open each day from 8:00am – 4:00pm, from Saturday 6 October to Saturday 13 October inclusive. The office will be closed the morning of the AGM, Monday 8 October, it will open at 1:00pm. Insurance Ken Tame & Associates (KTA) will be on-site from Monday 8 October – Wednesday 10 October (inclusive) to discuss insurance matters. Bookings for valuations can be made at the KTA stand in the Australian Motorhomes Trade Pavilion (Centre Map No.5) Ladies Retreat The Ladies Retreat is located in the BioMagic Ladies Retreat (Centre Map No.10). Please refer to Daily Schedule for activities and session times. Laundry Northwest Coin-op Laundromat – 47 Conadilly Street Gunnedah, ph: 0409 244 383. Opening hours Monday to Friday 9:00am – 6:00pm; Saturday 9:00am – 4:30pm; Sunday & Public Holidays 9:00am – 11:30am. Full laundry service is available. Machine wash is 5 x $1 coins. Looking for Someone? An alphabetical list of all CMCA members on-site, together with their site numbers is displayed on the Site Location Board outside the KEA Building (Centre Map No.4). This list is updated daily after the closure of the NHQ on-site office. Lost and Found All lost or found property is to be reported or handed to the Information Office in the KEA Building (Centre Map No.4). At the end of the rally, any remaining lost property is returned to CMCA NHQ Newcastle. Mail Mail may be forwarded to and collected from the Gunnedah Post Office – 300 Conadilly Street Gunnedah NSW 2380, ph: 13 13 18. Opening hours Monday to Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm. Market Day Stalls If you wish to hold a Market Day Stall on the Open Day on Saturday 13 October, you can obtain an application form from the Information Office in the KEA Building (Centre Map No.4) by 3:30pm on Thursday 11 October. Whilst there is no cost to members for a site, you must also submit a copy of your own Public Liability Insurance Cover. Members are urged to register early to secure a site. Meals See Food Court Media No members of the media are allowed on the rally site without the express permission of the Rally Manager. Please direct all enquiries to the Rally Managers Office in the Show Society Office (Centre Map No.3). Meetings • CMCA Annual General Meeting – Monday 8 October at 9:00am in the Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (Centre Map No.1). Registrations commence at 8:00am. • First Timers Breakfast & Meeting – Sunday 7 October at 7:30am in the KEA Building (Centre Map No.4) • National Fifth Wheelers Meeting – Sunday 7 October at 3:00pm in the Whitworth Volunteers Retreat (Centre Map No.2) • HF Radio General Meeting – Monday 8 October at 3:00pm in the Whitworth Volunteers Retreat (Centre Map No.2) • Members Forum – Tuesday 9 October at 11:00am in the Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (Centre Map No.1) • Road Runners AGM – Tuesday 9 October at 3:00pm in the Whitworth Volunteers Retreat (Centre Map No.2) • Ex-Services Reunion – Wednesday 10 October at 3:30pm in the Whitworth Volunteers Retreat (Centre Map No.2). Please secure your intent to attend at the Ex-Services Reunion Stand in the Australian Motorhomes/Trade Hall (Centre Map No.5) before 3:00pm Tuesday 9 October for catering purposes. • National Member Services Team (NMST) Meeting, Wednesday 10 October 2.30pm - KTA Seminar Rooms (Centre Map No.12) • Highway Wanderers meeting will be held in the Volunteers Retreat on Saturday 13 October at 3.00pm (Centre Map No.2) Member Benefits A vehicle and driver are available for members in difficulty. For example, the need to travel to Vehicle and from unexpected medical appointments or to get to the airport in order to return home for a family matter. For assistance, please call on UHF channel 68 or see the Information Office in the KEA Building (Centre Map No.4). Please be aware that initial first aid is available on-site – see First Aid. Any urgent medical incident please see Emergency – Medical. Membership Card Your CMCA membership card and rally identification card must be worn at all times. Please wear your membership card and rally cards off site, as this helps the community at large identify the benefits of our rally to their town. Men’s Retreat The Men’s Retreat is located in Swagman’s Men’s Retreat (Centre Map No.8). Please refer to Daily Schedule for activities and session times.
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Mobile Phones Please be courteous and TURN OFF your phones at all public events and performances. Morning Tea Morning Tea will be available from Saturday 6 October to Saturday 13 October (except for Monday 8 October for the AGM), from 10:00am to 11:00am in the Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (Centre Map No.1). Please bring your own cup to all morning teas. Please be mindful of programmed events in the Pavilion (Centre Map No.1) before and after morning tea scheduled times. A cake stall will be available at morning tea. Noticeboard A noticeboard situated near the Information Office in the KEA Building (Centre Map No.4) is (members) available for members notices. Please see Information Office for placement of notices. Op Shops Vinnies Gunnedah Op Shop – 146 Marquis Street Gunnedah, open Monday to Friday 9:00am – 2:30pm. Gunnedah Family Store (Salvation Army) – 29-31 Chandos Street Gunnedah, open Monday to Friday 9:00am – 4:00pm. Open Day The Open Day is on Saturday 13 October – from 9:00am to 3:00pm. The Open Day includes Market Day stalls – see Market Day Stalls for further information. All visitors must be off the rally site by 3:30pm. If you wish to open your vehicle for display, please collect the relevant form from the Information Office in the KEA Building (Centre Map No.4). Optometrist Dr Tim Duffy Optometrist – 200 Conadilly Street Gunnedah, open Monday to Friday, ph: 02 6742 6076. Parking Secondary No secondary vehicles are to be driven on Longmuir Oval, Netball Courts or Main Oval. All Vehicles secondary (towed) vehicles must be parked in designated areas notified to all members on arrival. Your site allocation will generally determine the area best for you. No secondary or towed vehicles are to be parked in front of, or on your site, or on any vacant sites nearby. Towing (primary) vehicles for fifth wheelers and caravans etc, which will not be used during the rally, may remain in front of the unit with the hitching point directly behind the vehicle, if your site has sufficient room to do so. Should owners of towing (primary) who wish to use their vehicle during the rally to go offsite, must park the vehicle in one of the designated carparks referred to above. Please limit vehicle movements to a minimum and utilise the Smiley Bus service provided where possible. Private vehicles MUST NOT be used to merely travel within the rally site or buildings. There are two secondary vehicle parking areas located at the Gunnedah High School (Centre Map No.13) and the TAFE Paddock (Centre Map No.13). Pharmacy See Chemists. Photograph – Aerial An aerial site photograph will be taken and available online for download at the CMCA webpage in due course. A limited number will be available for sale from the CMCA Club Shop in the Australian Motorhomes Trade Pavilion (Centre Map No.5) on Friday 12 October at a cost of $2.00. Photography Entries for the Photography Competition will be displayed in the Jayco Craft Barn (Centre Map competition No.9). Entry forms with the conditions printed on the back, are available for download from the CMCA website https://members.cmca.net.au/content/rallyinfo or from the Information Office in the KEA Building (Centre Map No.4). Entries close at noon on Tuesday 9 October. Late entries will not be accepted. All entries will be displayed, and winning photographs will be tagged. Awards will be presented to the winners and highly commended in each section of the competition. The presentation of awards will take place between 3:00pm – 4:00pm at the Photography Display Area on Friday 12 October. All winners and highly commended photographs will be acknowledged through a visual presentation on the night of the Closing Ceremony. The categories for the Gunnedah Rally are as follows – My Country, a poem by Dorothea Mackellar in photos: The categories for the Gunnedah Rally are as follows: A. I love a sunburnt country, A land of sweeping plains B. Ragged Mountain Ranges C. Droughts and flooding rains D. Far horizons, jewel seas E. Her beauty and her terror F. CMCA Media (portrait or landscape - must be submitted electronically via email to [email protected])
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Poets’ Breakfast Poetry sessions are being held at the KEA Building (Centre Map No.4) from Tuesday 9 October to Saturday 13 October inclusive, from 7:30am to 9:00am each morning. A cooked breakfast will be available for sale by the Rotary Club from 7:00am on each of those days. Members wishing to present their renditions of poetry are requested to consult with the poetry MC, Pat Green, each morning. Powered Sites Powered sites usage – to ensure constant supply power for fridges, lights and charging electronic devices, please do not operate air-conditioners, electric appliances, etc. Radio broadcasts CMCA rally morning radio announcements are broadcast twice daily on UHF Channel 20 at 7:30am and 8:30am. To request an announcement please complete the ‘Announcement Form’ available from the Administration Office in the KEA Building (Centre Map No.4). All announcements require authorisation from the Rally Manager. Radio channels The following UHF Channels have been allocated for use during the Rally: 20 Morning Radio Rally Radio Announcements 50 Rally Warden / Emergency Response Team / WHS 52 First Aid 53 Activities / Disc Bowls 54 Rally Manager / Operations Officer / CEO 56 Siting 57 Meet & Greet 58 Maintenance & Cleaning 59 CMCA NHQ Office & Rally Admin 61 Information Office 65 Trade 67 Catering & Water Boy / Girl 68 Transport & Member Benefits Vehicle
Rally Admin Office See Administration Office. Rally venues A map with the location of rally venues is located on the centrefold of the Programme. Please familiarise yourself with all Emergency and First Aid facilities and the general layout of the rally site. Receipts Please retain all your purchase receipts from the local businesses. This lets the Gunnedah community know what we have spent in their town. Write your name and CMCA member number on the receipt and enter them into the Shop-a-Docket bin at the Information Office located in the KEA Building (Centre Map No.4). On most nights, a prize draw will take place before the start of the Entertainment – members must be present to win. Rubbish Please place your rubbish in the large communal bins provided. (Rubbish collections are being made throughout the rally so please co-operate with the possible movement of bins to be emptied and are not to be obstructed.) Rugs Members bringing rugs or other items for distribution in the community are requested to take them to the Jayco Craft Barn (Centre Map No.9) between 9:00am – 4:00pm daily. Second Vehicles See Parking Secondary Vehicles Seminars and A detailed list of seminars and workshops are listed on page 40. They are held in either the Workshops Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (Centre Map No.1) or the KTA Seminar Rooms (Centre Map No. 12). Smoking CMCA rally sites are smoke-free environments. Designated smoking areas are shown on the Centre Map. Members can smoke within the confines of their vehicle if they wish, but as a courtesy to other members, it is asked that you ensure your smoke does not impact on them. Taxis Local taxi services can be accessed by phoning 02 6742 0066. Telephone Public telephones are located in Marquis Street Gunnedah, Hunter Street Gunnedah and Conadilly Street Gunnedah. Test & Tag As a member benefit, a Test & Tag service is available on-site to check your power leads free of charge. Please check Daily Schedules on page 18 for operating times. They are located in the KEA Building (Centre Map No.4). Tours Tours are listed on page 50 of this programme. Bookings can be made between 9:00am – 3:00pm at the Tour Booking Desk located in the KEA Building (Centre Map No.4).
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Veterinaries Gunnedah Pet Vet 98 Barber Street Gunnedah, open Monday to Friday 8:30am – 5:30pm, Saturday by appointment 9:00am – 12:00pm, ph: 02 6742 5585. Visitors Any non-registered CMCA member wishing to visit the rally is requested to obtain a Day Pass at the entry Gate 1 situated on South Street (Centre Map No.15). The cost is $15 per person per day, children are free. Any CMCA members with a Day Pass is entitled to remain until the end of the evening entertainment. Any members wishing to bring a non CMCA member onto the rally site, must meet their guest at Gate 1 situated on South Street (Centre Map No.15). The cost is $15 per person per day, children are free. Members are reminded that their visitors are to remain in their company for the duration of their visit. Non-member visitors are required to vacate the grounds by 4:00pm. Volunteers Once again whether it be your first rally or your 33rd rally, your rally experience would not be possible without the tireless effort of over 240 volunteers. Coordinators, Team Leaders and organisers have been hard at work with arrangements for many months to ensure an enjoyable rally for all. If you require assistance just look for volunteers in their Volunteer Rally Shirt. A big thank you to all volunteers from Rally Management. The Volunteer’s Retreat will be occupied most afternoons by various Chapters and SIGs for meetings etc. Walkers Walking groups meet at Entry Gate 1 on South Street (Centre Map No.15) at 7:30am each day excluding Monday 8 October due to the AGM. Water pipes and taps Water taps are there for all attendees to use and permanent connections are strictly forbidden. In the event of hot weather, the water pipes along the ground can heat up. Please be aware water may be hot from the faucet. Wheelchair facilities See Disability Accessible Facilities. White Boards White Board, for notices are located outside the Information Office in the KEA Building (Centre Map No.4). Windscreen Card Your windscreen card must be displayed on the windscreen of your motorhome and be clearly visible from the roadway at all times. Your windscreen card indicates whether you occupy a powered or unpowered site and displays your name and site number. The card is used to: a) Locate you in case of an emergency; b) Locate you for social activities.
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SATURDAY 6 OCTOBER TIME ACTIVITY LOCATION 7:30am Morning Radio Rally Announcements UHF Channel 20 7:30am Walking group - all welcome Gate 1 South St (15) 8:00am On-site food traders providing breakfast open AMH Trade Area (6) 8:00am Disc Bowls Nomination form available (Teams & Singles KEA Building (4) comps) - see A-Z section for further details 8:00am Photography Competition entry forms available - see AMH Trade Area (5) A-Z section for further details 8:00am - 4:00pm Main entry gate for all arriving members open Gate 2, View St (16) 8:00am - 4:00pm Administration Office KEA Building (4) Information Office CMCA NHQ Office 8:30am Morning Radio Rally Announcements (repeat) UHF Channel 20 9:00am - 4:00pm GeoWiki - make a booking to get help with or learn how KTA Seminar Rooms (12) to use GeoWiki (Closed for lunch 12noon - 1:00pm) 9:00am - 4:00pm Trade Exhibitors AMH Inside Trade (5) CMCA Shop Chapter Stand Test & Tag (Closed for lunch 12noon - 1:00pm) 9:00am - 4:00pm Seminars & Workshops - see separate timetable page KTA Seminar Rooms (12) 10:00am - 11:00am Morning tea Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) 1:00pm Ladies Retreat - open for bookings BioMagic Ladies Retreat (10) 1:00pm Men’s Retreat - open for bookings Swagman Men’s Retreat (8) 2:00pm - 4:00pm Craft Barn - open for bookings Jayco Craft Barn (9) 3:00pm - 4:00pm Dog Socialisation Coles Dog Area (14) 4:00pm Happy Hour Lions Happy Hour Bar (7) 7:00pm Members Safety Induction Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) Shopper Docket Draw Tonight’s entertainment - Jade Hurley
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SUNDAY 7 OCTOBER TIME ACTIVITY LOCATION 7:30am Morning Radio Announcements UHF channel 20 7:30am Walking group - all welcome Gate 1, South Street (15) 8:00am On-site food traders providing breakfast open AMH Trade Area (6) 7:30am First Timer’s Breakfast & Meeting KEA Building (4) 8:00am - 4:00pm Main entry gate open Gate 1, South St (15) 8:00am - 4:00pm Administration Office KEA Building (4) Information Office CMCA Booking Table CMCA NHQ Office 8:00am - 4:00pm Rally Management Show Office (3) 8:00am Disc Bowls Nomination form available (Teams & KEA Building (4) Singles comps) - see A-Z section for further details 8:00am Photography Competition entry forms available - see AMH Trade Area (5) A-Z section for further details 8:00am Motorhomes for Sale - forms available at Information KEA Building (4) (last day to register your vehicle) 8:30am Morning Radio Rally Announcements (repeat) UHF Channel 20 8.30am - 9.30am Ecumenical Church Service Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) 8:30am - 4:00pm Craft Barn - see separate schedule Jayco Craft Barn (9) 9:00am - 4:00pm Trade Exhibitors AMH Trade Area (5) CMCA Shop Chapter Stand Test & Tag (Closed for lunch 12noon - 1:00pm) 9:00am - 4:00pm Ladies Retreat - see separate schedule BioMagic Ladies Retreat (10) Men’s Retreat - see separate schedule Swagman Men’s Retreat (8) 9:00am - 4:00pm Seminars & Workshops - see separate timetable page KTA Seminar Rooms (12) 9:00am - 4:00pm GeoWiki - make a booking to get help with or learn KTA Seminar Rooms (12) how to use GeoWiki (Closed for lunch 12noon - 1:00pm) 10:00am - 11:00am Morning tea Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) 11:00am - 12noon Justin Derry (Introduction to the CMCA Members Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) Connect App) 1:00pm - 2:00pm Line Dancing Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) 2:30pm - 4:00pm Rock and Roll Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) 3:00pm National Fifth Wheelers Meeting Whitworth Volunteers Retreat (2) 3:00pm - 4:00pm Dog Socialisation Coles Dog Area (14) 3:00pm - 4:00pm Disc Bowls - Refresh the Rules Gunnedah Services Club Disc Bowls Courts (17) 4:00pm Happy Hour Lions Happy Hour Bar (7) 7:00 PM Opening Ceremony - Including Welcome to Country Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) Shopper Docket Draw Tonight’s Entertainment - Joey Fimmano & Accompanist - ‘Music of the Night’
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MONDAY 8 OCTOBER TIME ACTIVITY LOCATION 7:30am Morning Radio Rally Announcements UHF Channel 20 8:00am On-site food traders providing breakfast AMH Trade Area (6) open 8:00am Registrations for Annual General Meeting Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) Open 9:00am Annual General Meeting Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) 12noon (or at the conclusion of the Main entry gate open Gate 1 South St (15) AGM if later) - 4:00pm 1:00pm - 2:00pm Ken Tame & Associates Presentation Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) 1:00pm - 4:00pm Administration Office KEA Building (4) Information Office CMCA Booking Table CMCA NHQ Office 1:00pm - 4:00pm Rally Management Show Office (3) 1:00pm - 4:00pm Disc Bowls Nomination form available KEA Building (4) (Teams & Singles comps) - see A-Z section for further details 1:00pm - 4:00pm Photography Competition entry forms AMH Trade Area (5) available - see A-Z section for further details 1:00pm - 4:00pm Trade Exhibitors AMH Trade Area (5) CMCA Shop Chapter Stand Test & Tag 1:00pm - 4:00pm Ladies Retreat - see separate schedule BioMagic Ladies Retreat (10) Men’s Retreat - see separate schedule Swagman Men’s Retreat (8) 1:00pm - 4:00pm Craft Classes - see separate schedule Jayco Craft Barn (9) 2:30pm - 4:00pm Justin Derry Intro to GeoWiki Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) 3:00pm HF Radio Users Meeting Whitworth Volunteers Retreat (2) 3:00pm - 4:00pm Dog Socialisation Coles Dog Area (14) 4:00pm Happy Hour Lions Happy Hour Bar (7) 7:00pm Shopper Docket Draw Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) Tonight’s Entertainment - Duo Mawer & McCallum
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TUESDAY 9 OCTOBER TIME ACTIVITY LOCATION 7:30am Morning Radio Rally Anouncements UHF channel 20 7:30am Walking group - all welcome Gate 1, South St (15) 7:00am - 9:00am Walk on the Wildside’ Bird Walk & Native Fauna/Flora Gate 1, South St (15) walking safari. No pets - see Tours 7:30am - 9:00am Poet’s Breakfast KEA Building (4) 8:00am On-site food traders providing breakfast open AMH Trade Area (6) 8:00am - 8:45am Cuppa & Chat - CMCA Chaplain Royce Thompson Swagman Men’s Retreat (8) 8:00am - 4:00pm Main entry gate open Gate 1, South St (15) 8:30am Morning Radio Rally Anouncements (repeat) UHF channel 20 8:30am - 4:00pm Craft Classes - see separate schedule Jayco Craft Barn (9) 9:00am - 10:00am Justin Derry (Intermediate and Advanced GeoWiki) Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) 9:00am - 4:00pm Administration Office KEA Building (4) Information Office CMCA Booking Table CMCA NHQ Office 9:00am - 4:00pm Rally Management Show Office (3) 9:00am - 4:00pm Trade Exhibitors AMH Trade Area (5) CMCA Shop Chapter Stand Test & Tag (Closed for lunch 12noon - 1:00pm) 9:00am - 4:00pm Ladies Retreat - see separate schedule BioMagic Ladies Retreat (10) Men’s Retreat - see separate schedule Swagman Men’s Retreat (8) 9:00am - 4:00pm GeoWiki - make a booking to get help with or learn KTA Seminar Rooms (12) how to use GeoWiki (Closed for lunch 12noon - 1:00pm) 9:00am - 4:00pm Seminars & Workshops - see separate timetable page KTA Seminar Rooms (12) 10.00 am Dog Obedience Training (without dogs) Coles Dog Area (14) 10:00am - 11:00am Morning tea Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) 11:00am Members Forum Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) 1:00pm - 2:30pm Justin Derry (Feedback on GeoWiki) Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) 3:00pm Road Runners AGM Whitworth Volunteers Retreat (2) 3:00pm - 4:00pm Dog Socialisation Coles Dog Area (14) 4:00pm Team and Singles Disc Bowls nominations close - no Information Office - KEA Building (4) late entries will be accepted - see A-Z section for further details 4:00pm Happy Hour Lions Happy Hour Bar (7) 7:00pm Shopper Docket Draw Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) Tonight’s entertainment - The Budgees
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WEDNESDAY 10 OCTOBER TIME ACTIVITY LOCATION 7:30am - 9:00am Poet’s Breakfast KEA Building (4) 7:30am Morning Radio Rally Announcements UHF channel 20 7:30am Walking group - all welcome Gate 1, South St (15) 8:00am On-site food traders providing breakfast open AMH Trade Area (6) 8:00am - 8:45am Cuppa & Chat - CMCA Chaplain Royce Thompson Swagman Men’s Retreat (8) 8:00am - 4:00pm Main entry gate open Gate 1, South St (15) 8:30am Morning Radio Rally Announcements (repeat) UHF channel 20 8:30am - 4:00pm Craft Classes - see separate schedule Jayco Craft Barn (9) 9:00am - 10:00am Line Dancing Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) 9:00am - 4:00pm Administration Office KEA Building (4) Information Office CMCA Booking Table CMCA NHQ Office 9:00am - 4:00pm Rally Management Show Office (3) 9:00am - 4:00pm Trade Exhibitors AMH Trade Area (5) CMCA Shop Chapter Stand Test & Tag (Closed for lunch 12noon - 1:00pm) 9:00am - 4:00pm Ladies Retreat - see separate schedule BioMagic Ladies Retreat (10) Men’s Retreat - see separate schedule Swagman Men’s Retreat (8) 9:00am - 4:00pm GeoWiki - make a booking to get help with or learn KTA Seminar Rooms (12) how to use GeoWiki (Closed for lunch 12noon - 1:00pm) 9:00am - 4:00pm Seminars & Workshops - see separate timetable KTA Seminar Rooms (12) page 10.00 am Dog Obedience Training (with dogs) Coles Dog Area (14) 10:00am - 11:00am Morning tea Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) 11:00am - 12noon Rock and Roll Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) 2:00pm Fashion Parade -Gold Coin Donation & Lucky Door Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) Prize 2:30pm National Member Service Team (NMST) Meeting KTA Seminar Rooms (12) 3:00pm - 4:00pm Dog Socialisation Coles Dog Area (14) 3:30pm Ex-Services BBQ Whitworth Volunteers Retreat (2) 4:00pm Happy Hour Lions Happy Hour Bar (7) 7:00pm Shopper Docket Draw Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) Tonight’s entertainment - Envy Johanna Hemara Duo
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THURSDAY 11 OCTOBER TIME ACTIVITY LOCATION 7:30am Morning Radio Rally Announcements UHF channel 20 7:30am Walking group - all welcome Gate 1, South St (15) 7:30am - 9:00am Poet’s Breakfast KEA Building (4) 8:00am On-site food traders providing breakfast open AMH Trade Area (6) 8:00am - 8:45am Cuppa & Chat - CMCA Chaplain Royce Thompson Swagman Men’s Retreat (8) 8:00am - 4:00pm Main entry gate open Gate 1, South St (15) 8:30am Morning Radio Rally Announcements (repeat) UHF channel 20 8:30am - 4:00pm Disc Bowls (Team Competition) please arrive Gunnedah Services Club Disc Bowls 8:30am for a strict 9:00am start Courts (17) 8:30am - 4:00pm Craft Classes - see separate schedule Jayco Craft Barn (9) 9:00am - 4:00pm Administration Office KEA Building (4) Information Office CMCA Booking Table CMCA NHQ Office 9:00am - 4:00pm Rally Management Show Office (3) 9:00am - 4:00pm Trade Exhibitors AMH Trade Area (5) CMCA Shop Chapter Stand Test & Tag (Closed for lunch 12noon - 1:00pm) 9:00am - 4:00pm Ladies Retreat - see separate schedule BioMagic Ladies Retreat (10) Men’s Retreat - see separate schedule Swagman Men’s Retreat (8) 9:00am - 4:00pm GeoWiki - make a booking to get help with or learn KTA Seminar Rooms (12) how to use GeoWiki (Closed for lunch 12noon - 1:00pm) 9:00am - 4:00pm Seminars & Workshops - see separate timetable KTA Seminar Rooms (12) page 9:00am - 4:00pm Australiana’ Ball table bookings - CMCA Booking KEA Building (4) Table 10:00am - 11:00am Morning tea Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) 9:00am - 10:00am Line Dancing Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) 11:00am - 12noon Rock and Roll Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) 3:00pm - 4:00pm Dog Socialisation Coles Dog Area (14) 4:00pm Happy Hour Lions Happy Hour Bar (7) 7:00pm CMCA National Rally, Elmore VIC - Rally Presentation Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) Shopper Docket Draw Tonight’s entertainment - Sarah Leete
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FRIDAY 12 OCTOBER TIME ACTIVITY LOCATION 7:30am Morning Radio Rally Announcements UHF channel 20 7:30am Walking group - all welcome Gate 1, South St (15) 7:00am - 9:00am Walk on the Wildside’ Bird Walk & Native Fauna/Flora Gate 1, South St (15) walking safari. No pets - see Tours 7:30am - 9:00am Poet’s Breakfast KEA Building (4) 8:00am On-site food traders providing breakfast open AMH Trade Area (6) 8:00am - 8:45am Cuppa & Chat - CMCA Chaplain Royce Thompson Swagman Men’s Retreat (8) 8:00am - 4:00pm Main entry gate open Gate 1, South St (15) 8:30am Morning Radio Rally Announcements (repeat) UHF channel 20 8:30am - 4:00pm Disc Bowls (Team Competition) please arrive 8:30am Gunnedah Services Club Disc Bowls for a strict 9:00am start Courts (17) 8:30am - 4:00pm Craft Classes - see separate schedule Jayco Craft Barn (9) 9:00am - 10:00am Line Dancing Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) 9:00am - 4:00pm Administration Office KEA Building (4) Information Office CMCA Booking Table CMCA NHQ Office 9:00am - 4:00pm Rally Management Show Office (3) 9:00am - 4:00pm Trade Exhibitors AMH Trade Area (5) CMCA Shop Chapter Stand Test & Tag (Closed for lunch 12noon - 1:00pm) 9:00am - 4:00pm Ladies Retreat - see separate schedule BioMagic Ladies Retreat (10) Men’s Retreat - see separate schedule Swagman Men’s Retreat (8) 9:00am - 4:00pm GeoWiki - make a booking to get help with or learn KTA Seminar Rooms (12) how to use GeoWiki (Closed for lunch 12noon - 1:00pm) 9:00am - 4:00pm Seminars & Workshops - see separate timetable page KTA Seminar Rooms (12) 10:00am - 11:00am Morning tea Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) 11:00am - 12noon Rock and Roll Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) 1:00pm - 2:00pm CMCA RV Park Custodian Course KTA Seminar Rooms (12) 1.30pm Fun Pet Show Coles Dog Area (14) 3:00pm - 4:00pm Decorating of Ball Tables Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) 4:00pm Happy Hour Lions Happy Hour Bar (7) 7:00pm Australiana Ball Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) Shopper Docket Draw Tonight’s Entertainment - Streamline
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SATURDAY 13 OCTOBER TIME ACTIVITY LOCATION 7:30am Morning Radio Rally Announcements UHF channel 20 7:30am Walking group - all welcome Gate 1, South St (15) 7:30am - 9:00am Poet’s Breakfast KEA Building (4) 8:00am On-site food traders providing breakfast open AMH Trade Area (6) 8.00am - 8.45am Cuppa & Chat - CMCA Chaplain Royce Thompson Swagman Men’s Retreat (8) 8:00am - 4:00pm Main entry gate Gate 1, South St (15) 8:30am Morning Radio Rally Announcements (repeat) UHF channel 20 9:00am - 3:00pm Open Day & Market Stalls Rally Site 9:00am - 4:00pm Administration Office KEA Building (4) Information Office CMCA Booking Table 9:00am - 4:00pm Rally Management Show Office (3) 9:00am - 4:00pm Trade Exhibitors AMH Trade Area (5) CMCA Shop Chapter Stand 10:00am - 11:00am Morning tea Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) 10:00am - 3:00pm Entertainment - Rex Baldwin Duo AMH Trade Area (6) 1:00pm - 2:30pm Social Tea Dance Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) 3:00pm - 4:00pm Dog Socialisation Coles Dog Area (14) 4:00pm Happy Hour Lions Happy Hour Bar (7) 7:00pm Closing Ceremony Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1) Shopper Docket & Charity Auction Tonight’s Entertainment - Legend of Elvis, Steve King & Las Vegas Showgirls
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LEGEND
1. Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion 17 Oxley Hwy 2. Whitworth Volunteers Retreat
3. Show Office
4. KEA Building
5. Australia Motorhomes Trade Hall
View St 4 6. Australia Motorhomes Outside Trade 7. Lions Happy Hour Bar South St 6 15 8. Swagman Men’s Retreat 9. Jayco Craft Barn
5 10. BioMagic Ladies Retreat 16 3 7 1 6 11. Supagas Maintenance Shed 2 14 12. KTA Seminar Rooms 8 13. Secondary Parking Areas 14. Coles Dog Area
15. Main Gate
16. Entry Gate
17. Disc Bowls
9 Evacuation Areas
10 13 Dump point 12 Shower
Toilets 11 Disabled Facilities
First Aid 13 Smoking Areas Gunnedah Rally Site South St
LEGEND
1. Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion 17 Oxley Hwy 2. Whitworth Volunteers Retreat
3. Show Office
4. KEA Building
5. Australia Motorhomes Trade Hall
View St 4 6. Australia Motorhomes Outside Trade 7. Lions Happy Hour Bar South St 6 15 8. Swagman Men’s Retreat 9. Jayco Craft Barn
5 10. BioMagic Ladies Retreat 16 3 7 1 6 11. Supagas Maintenance Shed 2 14 12. KTA Seminar Rooms 8 13. Secondary Parking Areas 14. Coles Dog Area
15. Main Gate
16. Entry Gate
17. Disc Bowls
9 Evacuation Areas
10 13 Dump point 12 Shower
Toilets 11 Disabled Facilities
First Aid 13 Smoking Areas Dance Classes
ROCK & ROLL — GEOFF PHILLIPS Geoff has been teaching Rock & Roll at the rallies for several years now, and it’s proved to be a popular event each time. Rock & Roll is the most portable dance because wherever you go: a wedding, a ball, a party, there’ll usually be a Rock & Roll bracket. This is your chance to be a part of the fun. When you get back home, you’ll be able to teach your grandchildren! There’ll be daily lessons, in basic four-step Rock & Roll, starting from absolute scratch. If you’ve never danced a step, we’ll send you home dancing. Bring a partner if you can, but it’s not absolutely necessary. Shoes are best if they have just a little bit of slip. We’ll also do the Rock & Roll Waltz and whatever else takes our fancy at the time. Please note – since each of our lessons build on the one before, you will need to do EITHER lesson 1 OR 2, to progress to the subsequent lessons, OR already know the basic step. LINE DANCING — RAINEY PARSELL Rainey has been teaching our line dancing classes for many years now. These classes are also very popular. Most of the favourites are taught – Elvira, Boot Scootin’ Boogie, The Wanderer and so on. Start your day with fun and exercise. SOCIAL TEA DANCE This activity has been held for a few years now, and is popular with watchers as well as dancers. It is intended for those who already know how to dance. We’ll do most of the old favourites – Merrilyn, Swing Waltz, Barn Dance, Festival Glide, Alpha Waltz, Tangoette and more. There will also be modern brackets – Quickstep, Waltz, Jive, Rock and Roll etc. See the Daily Schedules starting on page 18 for all class and dance times.
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Buckwheat Pancakes – Helen Ross Pottery Demonstration – Gunnedah Pottery Helen is a qualified cook and an expert in her knowledge of Club gluten free cooking. Helen will cook buckwheat pancakes The Gunnedah Pottery Club will be demonstrating their skills and they will be served with jam and cream. On several at the Gunnedah Pottery Rooms on Tuesday 9 October from occasions when making these, there are always requests 2:00pm. They will have finished items for viewing, showing for more and more. Come to the Ladies Retreat and watch, how the items are made. This is your chance to see closely eat and enjoy these delights. potters at work.
CWA Afternoon Tea – Gunnedah CWA Quilting Display and Demonstration – Gumnut Gunnedah CWA will provide a tasty afternoon tea on Friday Gear Sewing, Patchwork and Quilting School 12 October. Come along and meet the CWA ladies and have Come and see the Quilting Display by Gunnedah’s Gumnut a chat whilst enjoying a delicious afternoon tea. Gear Sewing, Patchwork and Quilting School. Therese and You will need to bring your own mug and a gold coin some of her students will talk about the quilts on display donation. Proceeds to the Gunnedah CWA. and Therese will outline her patchwork journey. Watch a demonstration of English Paper Piercing, which is hand done To help with catering you need to book a place by Monday and very suitable for doing while travelling. An afternoon 8 October. Bookings will be taken at the Ladies Retreat not to be missed. commencing Saturday 6 October at 1pm.
Self-Awareness – Juliette Scott Downtime Juliette will be explaining awareness around consciously Need a break? Need a rest? Come to the BioMagic Ladies choosing. Retreat (10) for a tea or coffee (don’t forget to bring a mug), and a chat. Bring some friends, play cards, Scrabble or What is happening in your ‘outside world’ is always a Phase 10, or read a book or magazine. reflection of what is going on in your ‘inside world.’ It all begins on the inside. We cannot change the outside without first changing the inside. If we are to look into the mirror and Fashion Parade see a sad face, we cannot change the mirror image until A fashion parade will be held on Wednesday 10 October we change the sad face. at 1:00pm in the Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion (1). The It is ALL about balance and harmony. models will be our members and the parade will showcase both men and women dressed by Target. There will be a Lucky Door Prize. Please bring a gold coin donation (not Tupperware Demonstration – Wendy Newby compulsory, which will go to a local charity). Tupperware Manager Tupperware creates sustainable living solutions that help iPad / Android Workshop – Marja Zids improve the quality of lives and are designed for everyday living. Marja is a retired teacher who worked daily with technology. Marja uses an iPad for most of her technology needs and The home products line includes preparation, storage has done so for many years. This workshop will look at the and serving products for the kitchen and home. By using basics of using iPads and Androids. The session will cover Tupperware products for all your storing, freezing, reheating apps, photos, emails, creating folders, Facebook and much and serving, you can help reduce the impact that plastic more. There will be an opportunity for members to raise wrap, throw-away containers and disposable packaging any problems they may have. Please bring your Apple or has on the environment. Wendy, a Tupperware Manager Android device to learn new things and share ideas with will demonstrate traditional pressure-cooking methods others. Two workshops are being held on Monday 8 and with efficient microwave cooking for even heat distributions Wednesday 10 October. and fast cooking times. In just minutes, the pressure cooker cooks everything from meats and stews and veggies and legumes. A demonstration session not to be missed. Personal Safety – Senior Constable Jen Ridley Senior Constable Jen Ridley has been a member of the NSW Police Force for 28 years. Jen works in the Oxley Police District and is the Community Safety Officer in Crime Prevention. Jen will talk about personal safety and taking care whilst travelling in your motorhome. Learn the steps of how to prevent problems arising when travelling or at home. Want to learn how to protect yourself and your property? – find out all you need to know from Jen.
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Willow and Fli Fashion Parade and Morning Tea What You Need to Know About Hearing – This wonderful, unique store is holding a Fashion Parade, in Sharon King Hearing Tamworth store on Friday 12 October from 10:00am. Are you tired of not being able to follow the conversation? Entry is a gold coin donation, and this includes a delicious Have you stopped going to meetings because you can’t morning tea. They stock a fantastic range of clothing – hear the speaker clearly? including an in-house label – shoes, handbags, scarves, jewellery and much more. Does it sound like everyone is mumbling when you are out or entertaining? The in-house label, Willow and Fli is designed and manufactured right in Gunnedah by their very own CEO Are there ringing or other sounds in your ears or head? Tracie Finlay, who designs unique clothing that caters for These are some very common complaints. For some it can any woman who loves style! be very embarrassing, especially when you misunderstand Willow and Fli is offering discount shopping for CMCA and answer inappropriately. For most of us this is going members during the rally. Please book at the BioMagic to happen at some point in our lives as we age. Sharon Ladies Retreat from Saturday 6 October at 1:00pm. Transport understands taking the first steps maybe a little daunting, is available if required. nerving and somewhat scary. Come and hear Sharon as she helps you to find a solution that will help you join the conversation again. You have nothing to lose, only better Women’s Health Talk – Jan Binskin hearing to gain. Health Safety While Travelling Sharon King Hearing Centre is an independent hearing practice with one focus – You! Which is something often Jan Binskin, a retired registered nurse and current First- lost when seeing a large hearing provider. Being an Aid Coordinator at the rally, will discuss ways to minimise independent hearing provider, they are able to provide emergencies and strategies which will lead to better hearing aids from any manufacturer and are not tied to any outcomes should an emergency occur. one provider. They are accredited to provide FREE hearing aids and services through the Office of Hearing Services to eligible pensioners and veterans. They also provide services to private clients as well as WorkCover.
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Present your CMCA membership card for discount entry fees - valid 1-14 October 2018 www.willowandfli.com Open everyday - 9am 3pm 216 Conadilly St, Gunnedah NSW 2380 Cnr Oxley Hwy & Alford St Gunnedah, 1km west of Showground
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SATURDAY 6 OCTOBER TIME ACTIVITY 1.00 pm – 3.30 pm Book Tours and special events
SUNDAY 7 OCTOBER TIME ACTIVITY PRESENTER 1.00 pm – 2.00 pm Women’s Health Talk Jan Binskin 2.00 pm – 3.30 pm Downtime
MONDAY 8 OCTOBER TIME ACTIVITY PRESENTER 1.00 pm – 2.00 pm Tupperware Demonstration Wendy Newby, Manager 2.30 pm – 3.30 pm iPad/Android workshop Marja Zids
TUESDAY 9 OCTOBER TIME ACTIVITY PRESENTER 9.00 am – 10.30 am Self Awareness Juliette Scott 10.30 am – 11.30 am Buckwheat Pancakes Helen Ross 2.00 pm – 3.30 pm Pottery Display Pottery Club Rooms
WEDNESDAY 10 OCTOBER TIME ACTIVITY PRESENTER 9.00 am – 10.00 am iPad/Android workshop Marja Zids 10.30 am – 12.00 pm Downtime 1.00 pm Fashion Parade (Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion 1)
THURSDAY 11 OCTOBER TIME ACTIVITY PRESENTER 9.00 am – 10.00 am Personal Safety Senior Constable Jen Ridley 1.00 pm -2.00 pm Quilting Display and Demonstration Therese Rankmore + Class 2.30 pm – 3.30 pm Downtime
FRIDAY 12 OCTOBER TIME ACTIVITY PRESENTER 9.30 am – 3.30 pm Downtime 10.00 am Willow & Fli Fashion Parade and Morning Tea Tracie Finlay (Bookings essential) CEO Willow & Fli 2.30 pm - 3.30 pm CWA Afternoon Tea (Bookings essential) Gunnedah CWA
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Men’s Retreat Schedule
SATURDAY 6 OCTOBER TIME ACTIVITY 1.00 pm – 3.30 pm Book Tours
SUNDAY 7 OCTOBER TIME ACTIVITY PRESENTER 1.00 pm – 2.00 pm Fire and Rescue Gunnedah Fire & Rescue
MONDAY 8 OCTOBER TIME ACTIVITY PRESENTER 1.30 pm – 3.30 pm Vintage Car Display Gunnedah Vintage Car Club
TUESDAY 9 OCTOBER TIME ACTIVITY PRESENTER 10.00 am – 12.00pm Ukulele Session Gunnedah Ukulele Group 1.00 pm Whip Cracking – Australian Champion Daniel Wicks 2.00 pm – 3.30 pm Pottery Display Pottery Club Rooms
WEDNESDAY 10 OCTOBER TIME ACTIVITY TUTOR 9.00 am – 11.00 am Woodturners Activity (Bookings essential) Gunnedah Woodturners 9.30 am – 11.30 am Gunnedah Rural Men’s Shed Visit (Bookings Gunnedah Museum essential) 11.00 am – 12.00pm A day in the life of a Roo/Pig shooter Chris Richards 1.00 pm Prostate Cancer Tamworth Support Group
THURSDAY 11 OCTOBER TIME ACTIVITY PRESENTER 9.00 am – 10.00 am Safety on the Road Tamworth Police 9.00 am – 11.00 am Woodturners Activity (Bookings essential) Gunnedah Woodturners 1.00 pm -2.00 pm Ukulele Session Gunnedah Ukulele Group
FRIDAY 12 OCTOBER TIME ACTIVITY PRESENTER 10.00 am 4WD Talk Craig Turner - Nissan/Mazda
11.00 am - 12.00 pm Home Distilling Anthony Rogers - Truebrew
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A Day in the Life of a Pig / Roo Shooter – Chris Richards Prostate Cancer – Tamworth Support Group The SSAA Farmer Assist program enables landholders to Prostate cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in find licensed, accredited and insured volunteer shooters men in Australia and third most common cause of cancer to assist with kangaroo control and feral animal control. In death. One in 60 men will be diagnosed with prostate Australia, feral animals typically have few natural predators cancer by the age of 85. It is more common in older men, or fatal diseases, and some have high reproductive rates. with 63% of cases diagnosed in men over 65 years of age. As a result, they can multiply rapidly. Feral animals impact Tamworth Prostate Cancer Support Group will be in the on native species by predatory actions, competition Men’s Retreat for an afternoon and will give an address for food and shelter, destroying habitat and spreading on awareness and symptoms and treatment options for diseases. Kangaroos are a major problem throughout prostate cancer. There will be free printed info available the farming areas where they cause significant damage and a chance to ask questions. After the talk, there will be to crops. They are also a hazard for road users. The NSW an opportunity to talk with a nurse specialist one on one Government has developed Codes of Practice and and those who have been through the mill. Standard Operating Procedures for the humane control of feral animals ensuring the humane treatment and removal of animals. Chris is a licensed, accredited and insured Safety on the Road – Tamworth Police Tamworth Police will give a talk on safety on the road, volunteer shooter. Listen to how Chris works with farmers to outlining the latest road rules. Did you know it is OK to drive protect our environment. barefoot, that you shouldn’t swerve to miss animals or one in five drunk drivers are busted before midday? But wait – Downtime there’s more. Come and find out at this informative session. Need a break? Need a rest? – Come to the Men’s Retreat and have a chat. Bring some friends, play cards, Scrabble or Phase 10, or read a book or magazine. Ukulele – Gunnedah Ukulele Group The Gunnedah Ukulele Group and their instructor will attend the rally for lessons and members are invited to attend and Fire & Rescue Gunnedah participate in the fun. The Fire & Rescue team will bring both their appliances (trucks) and open them up for display and a brief description of how and when they are used. This will be Vintage Car Display – Gunnedah Vintage Car Club A variety of vintage cars will be on display. Come and see followed by an open talk on basic fire safety and their roles a Mini Moke, Morris 1000, MG, Goggo Mobile, Valiant, Willys, with FRNSW. Wolseley and Ford Fairlane. Talk to their owners about the restoration of these very special cars. Four Wheel Drive Display – Craig Turner from Nissan / Mazda Come and listen to Craig Turner, Manager of Nissan / Mazda Whip Cracking – Daniel Wicks Gunnedah’s whip cracking legend Daniel Wicks has Gunnedah talk about the features of their 4-wheel drive cracked his way to a fifth World Bullock Whip title at the 2017 vehicles – the Mazda B250 and Nissan Navara. Craig will Australian Whip Cracking Championships at the Sydney have one on display for you to view and he will answer any Royal Easter Show. questions you may have. Craig will be on-site from 10:00am, It is Daniel’s 16th Australian title and 20th consecutive Friday 12 October. championship he has competed in. The 25-year old puts his success down to knowing his routine. Whip cracking Gunnedah Men’s Shed Tour is in the Wicks family blood, with younger sister Brooke The Gunnedah Rural Museum has a Men’s Shed, which winning the ladies event, making it her fourth consecutive CMCA members have been invited to visit for a get together Australian ladies title. Brooke also took out the major award and a view of the Museum afterwards. All for a donation for whip cracking accuracy. Dad Steve also won the over of $3.00 (payable at the Men’s Shed), which includes tea, 45s section. coffee and biscuits. The tour will last about two hours. Come and see Daniel demonstrate his whip cracking There will be a bus available to take members to the Men’s techniques. Shed and bookings for the bus will be taken at the Men’s Retreat on Saturday 6 October from 1:00pm. Members who wish to return are welcome at a discounted Woodturners – Gunnedah Woodturners Group The Gunnedah Woodturners will conduct two sessions price of $3.00 per person on presentation of their CMCA running for about 1.5 – 2 hours. Members will be able to member badge. make, engrave and assemble a wooden pen which may The Museum is open 7 days from 9:00am to 3:00pm for be kept. The cost is $20.00, and sessions are limited to 10 the duration of the rally. The Museum covers 14,000 sqm, people. Bookings and payment will be taken in the Men’s has 20,000 items which displays 200 years of life in the Retreat. Morning tea will be available for $1.00, payable at Gunnedah area. the session. Pottery Demonstration – Gunnedah Pottery Club The Gunnedah Pottery Club will be demonstrating their skills at the Gunnedah Pottery Rooms on Tuesday 9 October from 2:00pm. They will have finished items for viewing, showing how the items are made. This is your chance to closely see potters at work.
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Welcome all - Our tutors are all CMCA members who love sharing their combined knowledge by providing classes for all to enjoy. Once again, the Stitch 'n' Bitch area will be provided with assistance from our crafty helpers, so bring along your unfinished articles. Thank you to all the tutors and helpers of the Gunnedah Craft Barn.
Rugs can be dropped into the Craft Barn during opening hours.
SATURDAY 6 OCTOBER TIME ACTIVITY 2:00pm - 4.00pm Craft Bookings
SUNDAY 7 OCTOBER TIME ACTIVITY TUTOR COST 8:30am – 3:00pm UFO Stitch ‘N’ Bitch & booking table Dot Rice Free 8:30am – 10:30am 3 Assorted Cards Cheryl & Chris $10 8:30am – 10:30am Macramé Lanyard Judy Forster $8 8:30am – 10:30am Easy Crochet Rug Class A Session 1 Margaret Quail $30 8:30am – 11:30am Sock Doll – prices vary Tricia Day $5-$10 10:00am – 12:00pm Fabric Xmas Tree Beth Tidd $7 10:00am – 1:00pm Decoupage Reindeer Gladys Dyer $10 11:00am – 1:00pm 2 Elegant Cards + 1 Gift Card Holder Cheryl & Chris $10 11:00am – 1:00pm Macramé Belt Judy Forster $10 11:00am – 1:00pm Tunisian Crochet Rug Class B Session 1 Margaret Quail $30 1:00pm – 4:00pm Xmas Wreath & Box Tricia Day $8 1:00pm – 4:00pm Dream Catcher Helen Ross $15 2:00pm – 4:00pm Exploding Album Judy Forster $10 2:00pm – 4:00pm 3 Pairs Xmas Earrings Gladys Dyer $12 2:00pm – 4:00pm Hungarian Crochet Rug Class C Session 1 Margaret Quail $30
MONDAY 8 OCTOBER TIME ACTIVITY TUTOR COST 1:00pm – 4:00pm UFO Stitch ‘N’ Bitch Dot Rice Free 1:00pm – 4:00pm Dream Catcher Helen Ross $15 1:00pm – 4:00pm Sock Dolls – varying prices Tricia Day $5-$10 1:00pm – 4:00pm Macramé Dog Lead Judy Forster $10-$15
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TUESDAY 9 OCTOBER TIME ACTIVITY TUTOR COST 8:30am – 4:00pm UFO Stitch ‘N’ Bitch Dot Rice Free 8:30am – 10:30am 3 Assorted Cards Cheryl & Chris $10 8:30am – 10:30am Patchwork Bag Class A Session 1 Beth Tidd $15 8:30am – 10:30am Macramé Towel Holder Judy Forster $10 8:30am – 11:30am Xmas Wreath & Box Tricia Day $8 8:30am – 11:30am Tree of Life Necklace Gladys Dyer $12 8:30am – 11:30am Hungarian Crochet Rug Class C Session 2 Margaret Quail Prepaid 11:00am – 1:00pm Fabric Xmas Tree Beth Tidd $7 11:00am – 1:00pm Macramé Hanger (2 sizes) Judy Forster $10-$15 11:00am – 1:00pm 2 Elegant Cards + Gift Card Holder Cheryl & Chris $10 1:00pm – 4:00pm Dream Catcher Helen Ross $15 1:00pm – 4:00pm Sock Dolls – varying prices Tricia Day $5-$10 1:00pm – 4:00pm Crystal & Silver Bracelet Gladys Dyer $15 2:00pm – 4:00pm Sunglasses Case from Men’s Ties Beth Tidd $3 2:00pm – 4:00pm Learn to Crochet Class A Session 1 Maria Colla $10 2:00pm – 4:00pm Concertina Card Judy Forster $10
WEDNESDAY 10 OCTOBER TIME ACTIVITY TUTOR COST 8:30am – 4:00pm UFO Stitch ‘N’ Bitch Dot Rice Free 8:30am – 10:30am 3 Assorted Cards Cheryl & Chris $10 8:30am – 10:30am Fabric Xmas Decoration Beth Tidd $4 8:30am – 10:30am Tunisian Crochet Rug Class B Session 2 Margaret Quail Prepaid 8:30am – 10:30am Macramé Dog Lead Judy Forster $10-$15 8:30am – 11:30am Xmas Wreath & Box Tricia Day $8 8:30am – 11:30am Crystal Bracelet Gladys Dyer $18 11:00am – 1:00pm Fabric Pyramid Container Beth Tidd $4 11:00am – 1:00pm Macramé Lanyard Judy Forster $8 11:00am – 1:00pm 2 Pages Various Designs Scrapbooking Cheryl & Chris $15 1:00pm – 4:00pm Sock Dolls – varying prices Tricia Day $5-$10 1:30pm – 4:00pm Decoupage Reindeer Gladys Dyer $10 2:00pm – 4:00pm Patchwork Bag Class A Session 2 Beth Tidd Prepaid 2:00pm – 4:00pm Learn to Crochet Class B Session 1 Maria Colla $10
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THURSDAY 11 OCTOBER TIME ACTIVITY TUTOR COST 8:30am – 4:00pm UFO Stitch ‘N’ Bitch Dot Rice Free 8:30am – 10:30am 2 Pages Various Designs Scrapbooking Cheryl & Chris $15 8:30am – 10:30am Easy Crochet Rug Class A Session 2 Margaret Quail Prepaid 8:30am – 10:30am Sunglasses Case from Men’s Ties Beth Tidd $3 8:30am – 10:30am Macramé Hanger (2 sizes) Judy Forster $10-$15 8:30am – 11:30am Sock Dolls – varying prices Tricia Day $5-$10 8:30am – 11:30am Tree of Life Necklace Gladys Dyer $12 11:00am – 1:00pm Macramé Towel Holder Judy Forster $10 11:00am – 1:00pm Fabric Xmas Tree Beth Tidd $7 11:00am – 1:00pm Tunisian Crochet Rug Class B Session 3 Margaret Quail Prepaid 11:00am – 1:00pm 2 Elegant Cards + Gift Card Holder Cheryl & Chris $10 1:00pm – 4:00pm Dream Catcher Helen Ross $15 1:00pm – 4:00pm Xmas Wreath & Box Tricia Day $8 2:00pm – 4:00pm Hungarian Crochet Rug Class C Session 3 Margaret Quail Prepaid 2:00pm – 4:00pm Fabric Pyramid Container Beth Tidd $4 2:00pm – 4:00pm Learn to Crochet – revision of classes A & B Maria Colla Prepaid 2:00pm – 4:00pm Mosaic Page Judy Forster $5 2:00pm – 4:00pm 3 Pairs Xmas Earrings Gladys Dyer $12
FRIDAY 12 OCTOBER TIME ACTIVITY TUTOR COST 8:30am – 4:00pm UFO Stitch ‘N’ Bitch Dot Rice Free 8:30am – 10:30am Macramé Belt Judy Forster $10 8:30am – 11:00am Beaded Bookmark Beth Tidd $4 8:30am – 11:30am Sock Dolls – varying prices Tricia Day $5-$10 11:00am – 1:00pm Macramé Dog Lead Judy Forster $10-$15 1:00pm – 4:00pm Sock Dolls – varying prices Tricia Day $5-$10
1:00pm – 4:00pm Dream Catcher Helen Ross $15
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SUNDAY 7 OCTOBER TIME VENUE PRESENTER TOPIC or ACTIVITY 9:00am – 10:00am KTA Seminar Room 2 Kath Breen Ancestry 9:00am – 10:00am KTA Seminar Room 3 Ron Tidd Aerials & Antennas 11:00am – 12:00pm Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion Justin Derry Introducing the CMCA Connect App 11:00am – 12:00pm KTA Seminar Room 1 Wayne Obst Obst Fuel Saver
11:00am – 12:00pm KTA Seminar Room 2 Ali Briggs Overlanders 11:00am – 12:00pm KTA Seminar Room 3 Dave Binskin Blaze Aid 1:00pm – 2:00pm KTA Seminar Room 1 Len Waddington AMHLC - How to become a member 1:00pm – 2:00pm KTA Seminar Room 2 Mavis Carruthers Step Forward Orthotics 1:00pm – 2:00pm KTA Seminar Room 3 Ali Briggs Overlanders 2:30pm – 3:30pm KTA Seminar Room 2 Andrew Derry Xpedition Safari
MONDAY 8 OCTOBER TIME VENUE PRESENTER TOPIC or ACTIVITY 1:00pm – 2:00pm Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion Con Tsobanopolous Ken Tame & Associates Presentation 1:00pm – 2:00pm KTA Seminar Room 1 Eddie Springer Batteries & Low Voltage Tech Talk 1:00pm – 2:00pm KTA Seminar Room 2 Jacquie Harris Fresh Water Storage in your RV 1:00pm – 2:00pm KTA Seminar Room 3 Tristan Brown PainPod 2:30pm – 3:30pm KTA Seminar Room 1 John Feruglio Odour B Gone 2:30pm – 3:30pm KTA Seminar Room 2 Brigitte Prince Well Well Well 2:30pm – 3:30pm KTA Seminar Room 3 Rhys Jones Sciatica on the Road 2:30pm – 4:00pm Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion Justin Derry Introduction to GeoWiki
TUESDAY 9 OCTOBER TIME VENUE PRESENTER TOPIC or ACTIVITY 9:00am – 10:00am Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion Justin Derry Intermediate / Advanced GeoWiki 9:00am – 10:00am KTA Seminar Room 1 Jacquie Harris The Basics – Toilets & Grey Water 9:00am – 10:00am KTA Seminar Room 2 Paul Hyson Centrelink - Payments for Over 55’s 9:00am – 10:00am KTA Seminar Room 3 Chris White Ipads 11:00am – 12:00pm KTA Seminar Room 1 Greg Ross ProMa 11:00am – 12:00pm KTA Seminar Room 2 Len Waddington AMHLC – Longest Line World Record Attempt 11:00am – 12:00pm KTA Seminar Room 3 Chris White Antenna Solutions 1:00pm – 2:00pm KTA Seminar Room 1 Eddie Springer Springers 1:00pm – 2:00pm KTA Seminar Room 2 Dee Goundar Mobile Motorhome Services & Repairs 1:00pm – 2:00pm KTA Seminar Room 3 Colin Gard Rotary E - Club Of Australia Nomads 1:00pm – 2:30pm Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion Justin Derry GeoWiki Feedback Forum 2:30pm – 3:30pm KTA Seminar Room 1 Richard Mainey Self-Containment 2:30pm – 3:30pm KTA Seminar Room 2 Rainey Parsell Solo Life on the Road 2:30pm – 3:30pm KTA Seminar Room 3 Frank Hardbottle Member Stop Overs - What do MSO’s Provide CMCA 33RD NATIONAL RALLY 2018 | 40 Seminars & Workshops
SUNDAY 7 OCTOBER WEDNESDAY 10 OCTOBER TIME VENUE PRESENTER TOPIC or ACTIVITY TIME VENUE PRESENTER TOPIC or ACTIVITY 9:00am – 10:00am KTA Seminar Room 2 Kath Breen Ancestry 9:00am – 10:00am KTA Seminar Room 1 Dee Goundar Mobile Motorhome Services & Repairs 9:00am – 10:00am KTA Seminar Room 3 Ron Tidd Aerials & Antennas 9:00am – 10:00am KTA Seminar Room 2 Richard Barwick National Members Services Team Meeting 11:00am – 12:00pm Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion Justin Derry Introducing the CMCA Connect App 9:00am – 10:00am KTA Seminar Room 3 Rhys Jones Sciatica on the Road 11:00am – 12:00pm KTA Seminar Room 1 Wayne Obst Obst Fuel Saver 11:00am – 12:00pm KTA Seminar Room 1 Helen Ross Gluten Free Living 11:00am – 12:00pm KTA Seminar Room 2 Ali Briggs Overlanders 11:00am – 12:00pm KTA Seminar Room 2 Greg Ross ProMa 11:00am – 12:00pm KTA Seminar Room 3 Dave Binskin Blaze Aid 11:00am – 12:00pm KTA Seminar Room 3 Paul Hyson Centrelink - Using Digital Services 1:00pm – 2:00pm KTA Seminar Room 1 Len Waddington AMHLC - How to become a member 1:00pm – 2:00pm KTA Seminar Room 1 Richard Mainey Grey Water 1:00pm – 2:00pm KTA Seminar Room 2 Mavis Carruthers Step Forward Orthotics 1:00pm – 2:00pm KTA Seminar Room 2 Bill McClintock Motorhoming in Alaska 1:00pm – 2:00pm KTA Seminar Room 3 Ali Briggs Overlanders 2:30pm – 3:30pm KTA Seminar Room 1 Stewart Michel Wills & Probate 2:30pm – 3:30pm KTA Seminar Room 2 Andrew Derry Xpedition Safari 2:30pm – 3:30pm KTA Seminar Room 2 Reg Wooderson Refrigeration & Electrics MONDAY 8 OCTOBER THURSDAY 11 OCTOBER TIME VENUE PRESENTER TOPIC or ACTIVITY TIME VENUE SPEAKER TOPIC 1:00pm – 2:00pm Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion Con Tsobanopolous Ken Tame & Associates Presentation 9:00am – 10:00am KTA Seminar Room 2 Frank Hardbottle Member Stop Overs - Prospective MSO 1:00pm – 2:00pm KTA Seminar Room 1 Eddie Springer Batteries & Low Voltage Tech Talk Properties 1:00pm – 2:00pm KTA Seminar Room 2 Jacquie Harris Fresh Water Storage in your RV 9:00am – 10:00am KTA Seminar Room 3 Ali Briggs Overlanders 1:00pm – 2:00pm KTA Seminar Room 3 Tristan Brown PainPod 11:00am – 12:00pm KTA Seminar Room 2 Bill McClintock Motorhoming in Alaska 2:30pm – 3:30pm KTA Seminar Room 1 John Feruglio Odour B Gone 11:00am – 12:00pm KTA Seminar Room 3 Greg Ross ProMa 2:30pm – 3:30pm KTA Seminar Room 2 Brigitte Prince Well Well Well 1:00pm – 2:00pm KTA Seminar Room 1 Ali Briggs Overlanders 2:30pm – 3:30pm KTA Seminar Room 3 Rhys Jones Sciatica on the Road 1:00pm – 2:00pm KTA Seminar Room 2 Bill Brady Solar - Lithium Batteries 2:30pm – 4:00pm Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion Justin Derry Introduction to GeoWiki 1:00pm – 2:00pm KTA Seminar Room 3 Kim Atkinson Volunteering at CMCA Rallies 2:30pm – 3:30pm KTA Seminar Room 1 Mavis Carruthers Step Forward Orthotics TUESDAY 9 OCTOBER 2:30pm – 3:30pm KTA Seminar Room 3 Reg Wooderson Old Telegraph Track TIME VENUE PRESENTER TOPIC or ACTIVITY 9:00am – 10:00am Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion Justin Derry Intermediate / Advanced GeoWiki FRIDAY 12 OCTOBER 9:00am – 10:00am KTA Seminar Room 1 Jacquie Harris The Basics – Toilets & Grey Water TIME VENUE SPEAKER TOPIC 9:00am – 10:00am KTA Seminar Room 2 Paul Hyson Centrelink - Payments for Over 55’s 9:00am – 10:00am KTA Seminar Room 1 Ron Bennetts The Role of a Dragline in the Mining Sector 9:00am – 10:00am KTA Seminar Room 3 Chris White Ipads 9:00am – 10:00am KTA Seminar Room 2 Peter Nugent NSW Fire & Rescue 11:00am – 12:00pm KTA Seminar Room 1 Greg Ross ProMa 11:00am – 12:00pm KTA Seminar Room 1 Ali Briggs Overlanders 11:00am – 12:00pm KTA Seminar Room 2 Len Waddington AMHLC – Longest Line World Record Attempt 1:00pm – 2:00pm KTA Seminar Room 2 Richard Barwick CMCA RV Parks Custodians 11:00am – 12:00pm KTA Seminar Room 3 Chris White Antenna Solutions 2:30pm – 3:30pm KTA Seminar Room 1 Reg Wooderson Canning Stock Route 1:00pm – 2:00pm KTA Seminar Room 1 Eddie Springer Springers 1:00pm – 2:00pm KTA Seminar Room 2 Dee Goundar Mobile Motorhome Services & Repairs 1:00pm – 2:00pm KTA Seminar Room 3 Colin Gard Rotary E - Club Of Australia Nomads 1:00pm – 2:30pm Gunnedah Shire Council Pavilion Justin Derry GeoWiki Feedback Forum 2:30pm – 3:30pm KTA Seminar Room 1 Richard Mainey Self-Containment 2:30pm – 3:30pm KTA Seminar Room 2 Rainey Parsell Solo Life on the Road 2:30pm – 3:30pm KTA Seminar Room 3 Frank Hardbottle Member Stop Overs - What do MSO’s Provide CMCA 33RD NATIONAL RALLY 2018 | 41 Seminars & Workshops Profiles
Ancestry phone, the AMLC website and by their closed Facebook Kath Breen page. The AMLC family is active on an almost weekly basis somewhere across Australia. Become a part of the largest Are they really your Ancestors? service club in the world, Lions Club International, with 1.4 Accurate research is the key to a credible family history, million members. but there is still plenty of opportunity for human error! This seminar will provide some insight into how to make your research accurate and credible through the use of multiple Centrelink source documents, DNA testing and a dogged search for Paul Hyson – Centrelink that elusive ‘proof’. Notes will be provided. Paul will inform you on Australian Government payments for over 55’s and answer any queries you may have. Batteries & Low Voltage Tech Talk Eddie Springer CMCA Connect App & GeoWiki Presentations Eddie joined the family business ten years ago to apply Justin Derry the skills he had learned in the Construction and Contract Justin Derry is a leading industry technologist with Administration industry working for Watpac Constructions. over 25 years of experience in Information Technology, The renewable, residential and commercial solar market Development and Information Security. Justin fills the was beginning to emerge from its infancy in Australia. role of Chief Technologist within Tripigy Pty Ltd, a leading Eddie saw an opportunity to capitalise on the market, by Global RV Travel Technology company providing software bringing professional building and constructions skills solutions to industry and users. With Tripigy technology as well as quality policies and procedures, to the project helping to power the CMCA GeoWiki solution, Justin works division of Springer Solar. Eddie has continued to drive closely with CMCA and its members in delivering and productivity in this division and has been instrumental in updating features and capabilities for the benefit of the allowing Springers Solar to grow as a trusted brand for CMCA. quality installations and excellence. Eddie now works with architects, engineers, building designer and installation Before attending Justin's presentations, please ensure: goals managed from the concept stage through to system • your device is updated installation, commission and training. • you have your CMCA user name and password • you have your Apple ID and password or Playstore login. BlazeAid Introducing the CMCA Connect App Dave Binskin In this session Justin will be introducing you to the ‘all new’ Dave and Jan started with BlazeAid in 2009 at its inception CMCA Connect App. If you haven’t already downloaded the at Kilmore in Kev’s Shearing Shed. Since then they have app, we will talk you through the process. Please ensure you volunteered and been Camp Coordinators in NSW, VIC, have your CMCA username and password to access CMCA WA and QLD, as well as fund raising seminars. This seminar Connect. If you have already started using the app, we will will outline the history of BlazeAid, a day in the life of a explore the new features and communication options to BlazeAider, a women’s perceptive and how to volunteer. help you get access to information within the Club and additional resources. There is lots to explore with the new CMCA Connect App, including GeoWiki, The Wanderer, Canning Stock Route member updates, latest news and more. Reg Wooderson GeoWiki Presentations – Beginners Reg is 71 and has been ‘retired’ for 11 years but is called upon very often to help out – even while travelling. He started his In this session, Justin will introduce you to life on the road refrigeration and electrical contracting business 45 years with the CMCA Connect App. See how you can use it to plan ago and employed 12 and trained a number of apprentices your trip, visit sites and share your experiences with other over those years. He was a service agent for most leading members. You will also learn how to find locations that are manufacturers including portable manufacturers of exclusive to CMCA members. Dometic, Waeco Engel, ARB, Bushmans, Vitrafigio, Chescold, GeoWiki Presentations – Intermediate/Advanced Colman Electrolux Tundra Evakool Frigate Indel, Liemack, Justin will seek to develop your skills further in this session. Trailblaza. Be introduced to all the different ways you can use the Reg currently still holds his Electrical Refrigeration & Air CMCA Connect App on different devices and how to get the Conditioning Contractor’s Licences with a Cert 1V in Training most out of it. Discover the features that will help you find & Assessment. what you are looking for and how to navigate through the app. Valuable information that is only available to CMCA members. Justin will outline the future plans and updates Australian Motorhoming Lions Club planned through the CMCA Connect App. Len Waddington CMCA Connect App & GeoWiki Feedback Forum The Australian Motorhoming Lions Club is the fastest As a user of CMCA Connect and GeoWiki, Justin is seeking growing national Lions Club in Australia. Their objective is your feedback during this workshop, in order to discover to have a large resource of travelling members that other how we can further enhance this member benefit. Come Lions Clubs and community groups can call upon when the and join in – bring your great ideas on what features you need arises. They communicate with each other by email, would like to see or how you would like things to work or change. 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CMCA Self-Containment & Grey Water Totes Along with more information on the new Member Benefits: Richard Mainey • Voluntary Excess – Discount available if taken and This seminar will discuss issues around grey water and higher excess does not apply to windscreen claims all aspects of CMCA Self-Contained Vehicle Policy (SCV) • Travel Insurance and Leave No Trace Code of Conduct (LNT). It will assist • No CMCA Membership = no exclusive benefits members who are unsure about whether their vehicle As well as updates on new opportunities: qualifies under the policy or how they can comply. It will provide hands on instructions in building a simple and • KTA IT Review – Instalment Billing Capability cost-effective tote to enable those vehicles that do not have a fitted on-board grey water tank to enjoy the use of Longest Line World Record Attempt self-contained sites designated by local authorities or own CMCA RV Parks. Len Waddington In May 2019, the Australian Motorhoming Lions Club (AMLC), in partnership with Barcaldine Regional Council Get the most out of your tech will lead efforts to break two world records at Barcaldine Chris White - Telstra QLD. Proceeds from this five-day event will go to regional The local Telstra team are experts in all things tech related. charities. RVers from all over Australia and beyond are Learn from their network experts the latest in antennas invited to take part. They welcome motorhomes, caravans, and signal booster technology to get the best possible campervans and fifth-wheelers as per the guidelines set coverage while on the road. Discover the latest news on the by Guinness World Records©. There is no requirement for NBN and how the rollout will affect you. Receive some tips membership in any club. This is a child and pet friendly and tricks on avoiding pesky (and sometimes dangerous) event, AMLC just ask to keep your fur babies under control phone and email scammers and how to know when it’s at all times during the event. The world record attempts will really Telstra calling. be for: The largest parade of camping vehicles (RVs) – the current world record was set on 22 June 2003, when 672 camping Gluten Free Living vehicles (RVs) took part in a parade in Canelli, Italy. Helen Ross Longest connected image made of LED rope lights – the ‘Living Gluten Free’ is NOT about cooking. Helen will give tips current record sits at 655 metres and is held be Beijing, about shopping for gluten free food, how to read nutrition China. labels and select the safe food for a gluten free diet. How Come along to learn how you can get involved. to detect ‘hidden gluten’ and how to convert normal recipes into gluten free dishes which will suit the whole family. Helen will even give shop locations for gluten free Member Stop Overs purchases. She does not cook at the seminars but will have Frank Hardbottle samples of gluten free foods to try. The Member Stop Over facility is a unique CMCA initiative that allows members to stay in a friendly home-stay iPad Basics environment on fellow members’ properties. Frank will talk Chris White - Telstra about opening up your property and what is required. Since its launch in 2010, the iPad has become of one of the biggest selling devices across the world, and a must-have Mobile Motorhome Services & Repairs for travellers. Learn some of the usage basic for iPads, as Dee Goundar well as a range of useful tips to help you get the most out of CMCA member Dee Goundar has recently opened a your device. Chris works for Telstra at the Gunnedah Store. business servicing and repairing all brands of motorhomes. His seminars will cover hints on maintaining and caring Ken Tame & Associates for your vehicle, along with answering questions relating Con Tsobanopoulos, Chief Executive Officer of KTA to mechanical issues. Dee offers a mobile service 24/7 Recreational Vehicle Insurance Specialists between Port Macquarie and Yamba. Visit Dee at his stand in the trade area, if you miss his seminars. Con’s presentation will cover many aspects of the Insurance field, including: • Mechanical/Electrical Breakdown versus Roadside Motorhoming in Alaska Assistance covers Bill McClintock OAM • Contents Cover Bill and his wife Dorothy are Foundation and Life Members of • Agreed Value Policies and Valuations CMCA and have been motorhoming on and off for the past 56 years. They have motorhomed in some 25 countries to • New PDS date, including taking their own vehicle to New Zealand on a • Rating 1 Protection on new business policies cruise ship. • Changes in risk eg. Business Use, Consignment, Storage, Permanently on-site
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Bill (a retired school principal) is a professional presenter Orthotics and has shared his many experiences in a very informative Mavis Carruthers and entertaining manner to audiences in many parts of the Reducing Joint Pain by Correcting Foot Posture country. Would you like to know how to prevent and relieve common For 20 years Bill managed the CMCA Stand at the complaints of hip pain, knee pain, sore shoulders, bunions Queensland Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show and rolled ankles? where he also presented numerous seminars on “An Introduction to Motorhoming”. Mavis is a Naturopath of 20 years with many skills to her profession. Her special interest is in empowering people to He has helped many people buy their motorhomes and heal their own body. Her book published in 2017, Foundation guided them into the lifestyle and currently runs to Healing, has given 100’s of readers simple tips on how to a Special Interest Group for owners of KEA Motorhomes (in do just that. his spare time!) Today, representing Step Forward Orthotics, Mavis is One of Bill & Dorothy’s most exciting adventures has been a showing you how correcting your foot posture can result in Motorhome Convoying Tour encompassing Alaska, Canada reducing pain and enhancing well-being. This gives you the and USA. opportunity to enjoy walking with so much more freedom, Bill will share through a Power Point Presentation this especially when exploring new territory. exciting concept of travel, highlighting a flight round Mt McKinley (the highest mountain in North America), visiting Overlanders Denali Wilderness - the Alaskan cities of Anchorage and Ali Briggs Fairbanks - driving over the Top of the World Highway, Alaska Highway and part of the Pan American Highway as Have you ever dreamed of driving around the world? well as the famous Icefields Parkway - Jasper to Banff and Hendrick and Ali, aka ‘The Belgian and The Aussie’ are more. international overlanders. ‘Overlandering’ is basically The experience also includes a seven day cruise in one self-reliant overland travel to remote destinations. In their of the most beautiful parts of the world, the Canadian & presentation, Hendrick and Ali will show you where they Alaskan Inside Passage. have been and show the popular routes and methods and general admin for international overland travel, as well as This exciting travel experience is conducted by Graeme letting you know where to get more information. Smyth of America Canada Motorhome Tours. Graeme is a frequent advertiser in The Wanderer. PainPod Obst Design Fuel Savers Tristan Brown Wayne Obst Tristan became a distributor for PainPod through chronic The Obst Design Fuel Saver is suitable for all vehicles back pain issues. He had bulging discs and after coming produced after the year 2000 and there is no modification across PainPod at Equitana and trialed it, he found to the original parts in the vehicle or no settings to be immediate relief and purchased a machine. The seminars altered. This product complies with the ADR. The device will be based on the benefits of using the PainPod for health reduces the amount of acceleration required to achieve a issues, drug free pain management. How it will increase similar standard of performance. It reduces the turbo lag blood flow, so able to help diabetics. How it stimulates on petrol and diesel engines. The vehicle will perform better muscle, so it can break down inflammation. How it can be under load, for example towing. Wayne has received three used on pressure points of the body via dry needling for awards for the Obst Design Fuel Saver. If you would like to migraines and chronic nerve pain. It also benefits after post find out more about Wayne and how he developed his op surgery and speeds up the recovery process. Features device, the seminar is not to be missed. include being a portable, rechargeable and registered medical device. Odour-B-Gone Preventative Maintenance, Oils & Lubricants John Feruglio Greg Ross – ProMa After 41 years as a horticulturalist and importer of plants, John decided it was time for a change. Listening to CMCA If you would like to make your money go further while members, he decided a tablet for RV toilets was needed, getting more power out of your RV, you need to attend this and 15 years ago the name Odour-B-Gone arose. It is a seminar. Greg has proven this in his motorhome and bus nontoxic environmentally friendly tablet that is safe to fleet, with over 25 years of extensive use of his products. put down into any system with little perfume and is also a three-in-one product that disinfects, deodorises and cleans, Rotary E – Club of Australia Nomads so the user does not have to use several products – costing Colin Gard more money. The tablet is perfect for grey water use by Colin has been a Rotarian for 35 years and is a Paul Harris placing it on the far corner of the shower base and when Fellow and Past President of the Rotary Club of Sale Central water hits this, it cleans the pipeline leading to the tank. and the Rotary Club of Coolangatta-Tweed Heads. Odour-B-Gone today is used in many ways across Australia and in 14 countries, with nine types of tables introduced – so He has served in most positions on the Club Board, including it has come long way. John is forever trialing new products Executive Secretary, Secretary, Treasurer, Club Service and will show you the correct way to use the tablet. Director, Bulletin Editor, Exchange Student Counsellor,
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The Rotary Foundation Chairman and was the District Volunteering at CMCA Rallies Governor’s Assistant for Rotary District 9820. Kim Atkinson On 1 January 2015 Colin and his wife Barbara joined the new Director Kim Atkinson has volunteered at many CMCA rallies Rotary E - Club of Australia Nomads, which was chartered in and will explain the process of registering to volunteer Broken Hill on 9th March by the 9630 District Governor, Phillip and give details on specific duties and positions that are Charles. The Club is based in District 9630 but has members available. If you have a talent or qualification, there may be from across Australia and meets weekly on-line. The club a particular area suitable for your expertise. CMCA rallies motto is “Helping Hands Across the Land”. rely on volunteers and it is also an opportunity to meet like- Colin and Barbara have attended many Rotary District minded members and enjoy another form of fellowship. Conferences in Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland and in 2014 attended the Rotary International Convention in Well Well Well Sydney. Brigitte Prince Colin will outline the story of Rotary and how it serves its Brigitte’s first degree was in nutrition education, but healthy members and how they serve their communities, locally, eating became a personal focus when hormonal changes nationally and internationally. created a problem with weight retention. Fortunately, she was able to reverse the overweight problem easily Sciatica on the Road – Let’s Leave it Behind both for herself and her husband, George. Peak nutrition Rhys Jones became even more of a priority when she and George were diagnosed with cancers. Having studied ‘Laughter Wellness’ Rhys is a Bowen and Myopractic Therapist from Brisbane, in recent years, George and Brigitte have learned to laugh attending the rally as a CMCA member. Rhys will define at cancer and enjoy life to the full on the road. They have sciatica, identify it’s causes and provide information on how presented talks on ‘Eating and Laughing Your Way to Health to manage or eliminate your sciatica. & Happiness’ at previous rallies and have had many articles published in The Wanderer. Solar Lithium Batteries Bill Brady Wills & Probate Solar and the interaction between these necessary items Stewart Michel and how to get the best out of them. Bill and Lesley have Stewart’s background is that of a former Court Registrar, travelled extensively in motorhomes, caravans and camper Coroner and agent for the Public Trustee, then over 30 years trailers and have now switched to LiFePo4 Lithium batteries. in private practice as a solicitor conducting, amongst other Bill will base his talk on both lithium and lead acid batteries things, probate and estate litigation, family law and criminal and their interconnection with solar panels. matters. Stewart opened a law firm in Gunnedah in 1984, and is currently in partnership with Ms Tammy White, who Storage of Fresh Water in your RV expertise in crime, family law with an emphasis on children’s The Basics – Toilets & Grey Water matters as an independent children’s representative, Jacquie Harris – BioMagic property and estates. Jacquie is a long-time attendee and supporter of CMCA rallies. She has travelled almost full-time, learning the hard Xpedition Tagalong Tours and easy way to do things on the road, for the last 15 or Andrew Derry more years. Her help with managing problems associated Xpedition Tagalong Tours started about a year ago so with storage and maintenance of fresh, grey and black that Andrew and Renee Derry can share their love of water has been a great help to RV ‘s across Australia. travelling this incredible country and a desire to share the BioMagic products have become extremely popular among experiences, adventures and incredible places with like- the travelling public, as they are easy to use and 100% minded travellers. For the past year Xpedition Tagalong environmentally sustainable, all the while being the most Tours have been running safaris for the CMCA and have cost effective. adventure packed tours arranged with five safaris planned in the next year. The Role of Draglines in the Mining Sector Andrew has experience in navigation and outback skills Ron Bennetts including 20 years of extensive off-road driving, six years Ron worked for Drives & Controls Services (DSC) as a Field off-road racing competition, involvement in local 4WD club Service Engineer for ten years. DSC is a Texas USA based including running the driver awareness programs. company with a branch in Queensland. His job was to Both Andrew and Renee look forward to sharing their travels fix problems and do upgrades in draglines in Central with you and showing you new places and the amazing Queensland mines. Ron will demonstrate how a dragline landscape of our country. works, the unique electrical controls on draglines and will have an interaction session on the controls for the budding electrical people attending the rally. Ron will also talk on the locations and numbers of draglines in Australia, a general overview of open cut coal mining operations and what can go wrong with these big machines.
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JOEY FIMMANO Music of the Night is an enchanting musical spectacular presented by highly acclaimed multi award winning international pianist Joseph Fimmano. Joseph is joined on stage by the highly talented Gaetano Bonfante, a Tenor from the Australian Opera. Joseph debuted on Australian TV with his winning performances on piano accordion on Johnny Young’s Talent Time in the late 70s and has since matured into one of Australia’s finest performers. Music of the Night is a tribute to the musicals, opera and the beautiful melodies of musical theatre past and present. Featuring the music of Andrew Lloyd Webber, Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables, West Side story, Mario Lanza, Andrea Bocelli, You Raise Me Up, Don’t Cry For Me Argentina, Hallelujah, Anthem, Amigos Para Sempre, This is the Moment, Flight of the Bumble Bee, William Tell Overture, You’ll Never Walk Alone, La Donna Mobile, Nessun Dorma and many more! Music of the Night with all it’s grandeur, will leave you feeling charmed, uplifted, spirited, happy and exhilarated with all it’s beautiful music and melodies loved by all who hear them.
STEVE KING Elvis performer Steve King is one of the country’s finest Elvis impersonators. Based in Sydney, Steve performs both locally and nationally at corporate events, private parties and Clubs. The Elvis impersonator knows how to get the party started and dazzle the crowd. Steve embodies everything we love about Elvis - the looks, the style, the charisma, and most of all the voice. He knows how to work a crowd, lift the mood, and create a memorable night that will have your guests talking for years. With an extensive and varied repertiore, Steve brings out the best of Elvis, singing the King’s most loved tunes. With a supporting crew of glamorous Las Vegas Show Girls, his show is a true world-class act, complete with glittering costumes and dazzling routines.
SARAH LEETE Born and raised on the Central Coast, Sarah Leete moved to North West NSW after completing her Cert III and IV in Agriculture. Sarah worked on the land for 4 years and built a local Personal Training business, before making the decision to pursue a full time music career in 2016. Later that year, Sarah was awarded an Arts NSW Young Regional Artist Scholarship to finally record her debut release. In September, Sarah Leete lifted the debut single “Safe” from her forthcoming self titled EP. The record was Produced by Golden Guitar winning, Catherine Britt and recorded with some of the industries finest musicians – Jeff McCormack (Adam Harvey), Michael McCartin (Troy Cassar-Daley) and Michael Muchow (The McClymonts), Sarah draws from the experience of her team, and the youthful, hardworking approach of an artist new to the industry, to start laying the foundations of a long and successful career.
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STREAMLINE STREAMLINE is made up of 4 of the most versatile and sought after musicians in the northwest; Steve McCauley – guitar/vocals, Trev Stacey – bass/vocals, Karl Harms – drums and Sarah Byrnes - vocals. Steve and Trev have been partners in crime since the late 1980’s as part of leading rock band The Swamp Doctors. Karl Harms is a dynamic drummer, and Sarah Byrnes switches between smooth Fleetwood Mac, Dixie Chicks and Linda Ronstadt country to raunchy Pat Benatar with ease. As a band Streamline are highly sought after as a backing outfit, and have recently worked the Gympie Muster, Tamworth Country Music Festival, Music in The Mulgas festival at Cunnamulla, Mildura Country Music Festival providing the backing for many artists. The band has toured America as part of the Tomkins Guitars Australian showcase in Nashville in 2010 and 2011. In 2011 they received rave reviews after playing with the Black Sorrows at the Crooked Mtn concert at the Warrumbungles. They are the first band to re booked, and the following year appeared with Diesel.
REX BALWIN & VAL WILLIAMSON Rex formed a band which played for 35 years all over the northwest of NSW. He has been playing with his wife as a duo for the last five years and has won several Bush Ballard awards, namely Bungendore NSW as well as Pittsworth QLD. He also won the People’s Choice award at the Tamworth Country Music awards busking competition in 2015. Rex has five albums out at this time with another in the studio. Rex is a Bush Ballard singer and songwriter and has won with some of his writings.
JADE HURLEY OAM It was Australia’s King of Rock ‘n’ Roll, the late JOHNNY O’KEEFE, who discovered John Anthony Hurley who was drunk and singing and playing the piano in a Sydney hotel talent quest at the age of 14. In those days it was illegal to be on licensed premises under the age of 21. Young Johnny Hurley won the talent quest and the very next week, after changing his name from John to JADE, J’OK introduced him on the ABC Rock ‘n’ Roll television show “6 O’CLOCK ROCK”.
As well as being a headline act in his own right, Jade Hurley has toured with some of the all-time greats including Johnny Cash & June Carter Cash, Johnny Ray, Woody Herman and Don Williams, as well as Johnny O’Keefe throughout Ireland, America, New Zealand and Australia. He continues to present his high energy Rock & Roll and Country Music show to packed audiences and standing ovations. This is a show not to be missed!
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ENVY Johanna Hemara with Steve Mccauley Acoustic Duo Dynamic duo, ENVY, will keep you entertained with a wide variety of genres to suit everyone’s taste. Johanna’s musical journey began long before she had reached double figures, singing with her mother and father in variety shows all around Sydney from the age of six. You may also be surprised to learn that Johanna has never actually been taught to sing: it came naturally from her Austrian born mother, as did an inherited ability to yodel. So impressive was her rapid mastery of the yodel that it gained her instant notoriety, winning her the coveted Australian Yodelling Championship title in 2008. Having relocated with her young family to Tamworth in 2015, Johanna now spends time thrilling audiences Australia wide. In Australian country music circles, Johanna Hemara is really starting to make her mark as an independent performer of note and, blessed with an amazing vocal range and a girl next door charm, Johanna impresses every time she walks onto the stage.
The Mawer and McCallum duo show is a highly engaging walk through the MAWER & MCCALLUM most popular covers over the decades, when it comes to entertainment they deliver! Between the final for best vocalist in the “Battle of the Bands” early inhis career, to vocals and guitars with Handle With Care, there have been too many gigs to mention for Billy Mawer. The early years were dominated by performing in dance and music, before the rock scene took over. As guitarist/vocalist in Tarquin, Billy enjoyed success with the chart hit “Summer Ladies” and “Joker”. Six years on the road with The Gangsters saw single and EP releases, before three years in England. A return to Oz saw a busy schedule with production shows Twist and Shout, Get Ready, and Daze Of Woodstock, through to the end of the noughties, including a gig doing backing vocals with Joe Walsh. All this has led to a repertoire of around 300 songs, many his own compositions. Jim McCallum has also had a long musical history. Folk, Jazz, Rock and Country are styles that suited Jim’s versatile voice and has seen him perform all over Australia in bands like Tarquin, Warren Daly Big Band and Shot to Pieces. Handy on rhythm guitar and harmonica, Jim is at home on stage in small intimate spaces or large arenas. His sense of humour comes out in his collaborative writing and he has co-written musical scores for two professional musicals: Vroom Vroom and Time Gentleman Please for Theatre South. He has also co written and recorded many Jingles for South Coast Tv and Radio throughout his career with Clictrac and Advertrax. Jim’s acting credits include leading roles in West Side Story, Tommy and Wonderful Wollongong.
THE BUDGEES Born in the country and nestled in rock & roll, the Budgees are a duo that play rock, ballads, country & blues classics from the 60’s through to some familiar modern sounds. They believe that they have added some interpretation on great hit songs that people can enjoy and dance along too, with familiar blasts from the past. Mike and Dave also play some original ballads penned by Mike, that were penned when he travelled around Australia 10 years ago. We’d love to make your time with us, a time to connect and remember.
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313 Conadilly St, Gunnedah NSW 2380 Phone: 02 6742 0400 Email: [email protected] Web: www.gunnedahservicesclub.com.au
Social Membership from $5 p.a. Barefoot Bowls Available Restaurant Open Lunch & Dinner (Booking accepted) BINGO every Tuesday & Thursday from 11am Bar, Coffee Shop, TAB, Keno Facilities Free Entertainment Every Weekend Tours & Events
Gunnedah Rural Museum Tour The Gunnedah Rural Museum has one of the country’s largest collections showcasing Australia’s history of early agriculture and transport memorabilia. More than 25,000 items are on display, so allow plenty of time for your visit to wander through the exhibits and collections. Volunteers are available to direct you through the museum, interpreting the exhibits and answering any questions you may have. The museum houses tractors, steam engines, antique farm machinery, horse drawn and motorised vehicles, household items, antique firearms, toys and a model railway and craft and gift shop. Date: Tuesday 9 and Thursday 11 October 9:30am Depart from: Gate 1 South Street Gunnedah Rally site Cost: $12 per person, includes museum entry and morning tea. Maximum 22 people
Dallas Skinny Lizard Longhorn Tour Visit ‘Dallas’ home of Geoff and Belinda Dawson’s ‘Skinny Lizard Longhorn’ herd. Upon arrival Geoff will give you a first-hand look at the herd and introduce you to one of the most colourful and ‘horniest’ breeds of cattle. Meet ‘Skinny Lizard Rastus’ the 9-year old trophy steer with a horn span of over 85 inches from tip to tip. Geoff’s talk will be informative, and questions are always welcome from visitors. A great opportunity to see this very unique breed of cattle. After the talk head up to the house for a wonderful afternoon tea provided by Belinda. (Geoff will openly admit he cannot cook). Date: Wednesday 10 October 1:15pm (duration approx. 3 hours) Depart from: Gate 1 South Street Gunnedah Rally site Cost: $20 per person, includes afternoon tea. Maximum 44 people
Werris Creek Railway Museum Tour The Werris Creek Railway Precinct is a major location at the junction of the Main North Line and the North West Branch line, significant for its collection of highly intact Victorian and Federation railway buildings. Werris Creek, including the train station, alleyways and streets were filmed for Angelina Jolie’s 2014 movie ‘Unbroken’. Date: Thursday 11 October 9:00am Depart from: Gate 1 South Street Gunnedah Rally site Arrive Werris Creek: 10:00am Morning Tea: Werris Creek Museum Museum Tour: 10:30am – 11:30am Depart Werris Creek: 11:30am Arrive Quirindi: 12:00pm, lunch at Quirindi RSL (at your own cost) Depart Quirindi: 1:30pm Arrive Gunnedah: 3:30pm Cost: $35 per person, includes entry Museum and morning tea. Maximum 57 people
Gunnedah Speedway Gunnedah Speedway is holding a race meeting – so ‘Let’s Go Racing’. Divisions racing are Outlaw Sedans, AMCAs, Street Stockers, Fender Benders and Juniors. Book your spot on the bus at the Tours Booking Desk located in the KEA Building (Centre Map No.4) by Friday 12 October 3:00pm. Date: Saturday 13 October Depart from: Bus at Gate 1 at 4:30pm. Racing starts 5:30pm Cost: CMCA Members $15 per person to be paid at entry gate of Speedway
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‘Walk on the Wild Side’ Tour – Bird Walk & Native Fauna Safari A bird and animal walk up through Wandobah Reserve. Tour guide George Truman from Gunnedah Local Land Services will chat on GULG (Gunnedah Urban Landcare Group) plantings and salinity. See the habitat of local wildlife and native birds that frequent the area with Manilla Birdman Phil Spark. Age limit and level of fitness required, good walking shoes. Bring binoculars and water bottle. Date: Tuesday 9 and Friday 12 October 7:00am – 9:00am Depart from: Gate 2 View Street Gunnedah Rally site – meet at 6:45am. Walk will commence from Skate Park, opposite Showground at 7:00am Cost: $5 per person including light morning tea. Maximum 30 people
Kilmarnock Farm Tour Kilmarnock owns and leases about 5000 ha of a mix of irrigated and dryland farming country around Boggabri. The farms main focus is growing cotton, durum wheat and canola, wheat and other crops such as chickpeas, sorghum and corn on rotation. The farm accesses irrigation water from on farm bores and river water allocation, when it rains. The property has a heavy interest in ecology, with riverbank regeneration and tree line establishment an important part of the business. The farm also focusses on replacing synthetic fertilisers with manure and mainly relies on beneficial insects to control the major pests in the crop. This farm has not needed to spray insecticides on their cotton crops for the past twelve years. In October we will be planting cotton and sorghum crops. The Watsons are fiercely supportive of the contribution that community land care makes to sustainable and resilient farming and collaborative landscape scale nature conservation. Bookings are to be made at the Tours Booking Desk located in the KEA Building (Centre Map No.4) prior to Sunday 7 October at 4.00pm. Date: Tuesday 9 October Departure from: 9.00am from the Main Gate Duration: Approximately four hours Morning Tea: Included Cost per person: $30.00 per person Suggestion: Take a chair for comfort during presentations
Whitehaven Maules Creek Mine Tour Maules Creek is a hamlet situated in the picturesque foothills of Mt Kaputar National Park, and home to the Whitehaven Maules Creek Mine. This is a tour of an open cut mine with commentary by a Whitehaven staff member and lunch at Boggabri RSL Club. Two buses will leave at staggered times to allow RSL staff to cater for lunch. Date: Wednesday 10 October Depart from: Gate 1 South Street Gunnedah Rally site BUS 1: 9:45am Arrive Maules Creek: Approximately 10:45am Depart Maules Creek: Approximately 11:30am Arrive Boggabri RSL: 12:00pm Chinese Smorgasbord Lunch BUS 2: 10:30am Arrive Maules Creek: Approximately 11:30am Depart Maules Creek: Approximately 12:15pm Arrive Boggabri RSL: 12:45pm Chinese Smorgasbord Lunch Cost: $35.00 per person, includes lunch. Drinks at own expense On completion of lunch, please confer with your coach driver for departure time to return to Gunnedah Rally site.
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