(Prepared by Graham Mackie)

Meeting 1161,  held on the patio of Chris  & Judy digs, was a well attended affair with 35 upwards attendees. Parking attendants at the gate,at a big boys and little boys garage !!??   Ducati, Velocette, go karts big and small, bikes, trikes,  unicycle, scooters and oh yes a few MG''s and other miscellaneous pieces. prizes, citations and machines and tools galore  – a glory box for a bride with a leather jacket. The MG poster for Drum smokes is a classic too. 

I got lost again - aerrived late so didn't note any offered apologies or early news.

Visitors. Charles Colvin is looking across the nation for a TC, but might just show some wisdom and consider a TD. Has looked at cars in Mackay (Qld.) and Deniliquin (NSW) and the Brian Copley collection at Middle Swan. He was directed to the Barron Bicton stable with two TC's as well as a beautiful Yunderup TD. Has a file of info to compare offerings.

Kevin Wakeford was given a TF last Easter by his son and is getting it up to licence stage, hopefully in a month's time. It was bought from a chap in White Gum Valley. It's a reddy colour – not on the register but will be...

Change of Ownership.  John H and Paul G. were both congratulated for negotiating and concluding a deal whereby Paul takes over paying the bills and having fun in the TC. John is happy the car stays in the Club and also happy to be able to remain a member of the Club, a sentiment that was not lost on those at the meeting, reinforced with hearty applause all round.

He thanked those that emailed concerns he was selling – both of them....

Next Old Farts Lunch. It will be at the Vernon Arms Tavern on the Old Mandurah Road, Rockingham on 4^th February. John H. (host) wants lots of TC's, because the owner likes to look at them and they no doubt help attracting customers if parked outside.

 Old Fart's Beer and others available.

All British Day - 9 February at Donnybrook Amphitheatre. JB told them we might have 5 or 10 arrive and link up with Vern and Suzanne o'night.

Twilight Tour Col. B. suggested a meal at Poppy's – North Perth, then a 'squirt' down the coast to do some Go – Karting. Also suggested it be transferred to the Saturday. Check with Col re times & dates if interested.

Goncours. (24 February) Noeleen has booked Crawley Bay – cost is a bit better than last year. 9am till 5 pm. Only MG's allowed inside the gate.

Correspondence.

Col D. wrote and read to the assembled group a glowing reference to Royal Pert Yacht Club on our delightful  dealings and the meals and service we have received since we started going there for our Annual Dinners in 2001. I missed a few good humour that related but Jack G. was tickled pink

Special Business.

Morris Pav. And Maryann spoke of an Early Morning Run on the Australia Day holiday. Start is at the Casino Carpark near the bridge , starting 7.15 for 7.30am and then enjoying a breakfast at Fairbossen Eineyard 8.30 – 8.45am, located at the east end of Welshpool. After b'fast there will be a drivepast of Arthur Collett's home . He is a legend in WA and celebrates his 95th birthdat as the drive- past takes place. May go around twice..

Ralph K. didn't have a happy trip home last meeting Block and Sump need s replacement plus other damage . Condolences Ralphy.  Harry P. offered a block

Trophy Upgrade. The old and the new of the framed photo award was displayed and met with approval all round. New plaques added. This is the second upgraded trophy as I recollect

Classic Car Show (16 March at Whiteman Park. MGTCOC display wanted.

Club Register Birthdays 24^th Jan to 6^th Feb ‘08

26^th Jan ’49           TC 7699                Peter C     (Australia Day)

29^th Jan ’48           TC 4663                Chris M

Dardanup Heritage Day.  JB gave a glowing endorsement of this event (tractors, saw-milling, wine and lamingtons) but there was some confusion of dates . More next meeting.

Replacement Bushes. Graham R. says they are about two weeks away.

Subscriptions. Treasurer Colin D would be glad to help you remove the weight and moths from your wallet. In other words subscriptions are now due.

Worth it just to get this Award Winning Newsletter. Keeps you informed, saves phone calls,  jokes as good as you will get and tasteful enough that even the ladies can read. The wives can also can check on their husbands whereabouts just by asking a few pointed questions. (see below)

 Next Meeting (1162) is at the Peter's

Family home Carine.