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AOMC Newsletter April 2022
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From Your Editor
Nicholas Perkins and his 1960 Volvo 122S which won the Best Post War European Vehicle award at the recent British & European Motoring Show at Yarra Glen on February 20th.
More information from the show on page 10 of this issue.
AOMC Newsletter February 2022
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From Your Editor
Happy New Year, and welcome to our first edition for 2022. One thing that has been vital during the past 2 years of our covid ‘fog’ is the need to keep communications flowing to the clubs on a regular basis, via emails of latest news, the AOMC newsletter and regular news bulletins. To keep this line of communication more regular our newsletter is changing from a quarterly publication to a bi-monthly, meaning 6 issues per year.
Country Motor - Issue 45
Issue 45 has several good stories thanks to readers sending in contributions to “Country Motor”. Bugattis have rarely had a mention in “Country Motor” but Michael Anderson has provided a story on his major build on a Type 49.
Road Rule 79a - Club consultation
Victoria Police have sought our movement’s opinion on the road rule 79A concerning the safe passing of emergency vehicles displaying their flashing emergency lights.
To our member clubs
Victoria Police have sought our movement’s opinion on the road rule 79A concerning the safe passing of emergency vehicles displaying their flashing emergency lights.
Vic Police are seeking information regarding safety outcomes experienced in Victoria, since the introduction of Road Rule 79A 40 Km /H reduced speed limit when passing stationary or slow moving police vehicles, emergency vehicles, enforcement vehicles and escort vehicles.
It is almost five years since this law was introduced and the police are keen to evaluate the impact on the safety of the Victorian community.
Please consult with your membership, send details of the consultation to us and we will forward the results to Vic Police on behalf of our movement. Consultation closes on Friday 22nd April so please consult your members as soon as possible.
Enclosed a copy of the road rule involved and the consultation form
Please let me know if you have any enquiries.
Iain Ross
President
Country Motor - Issue 44
Editor’s Entries: 2022 has begun and the long painful hot summer (at least in central Victoria) is slowly passing. It’s a very unproductive time of the year for us as it is too hot to garden or work in the garage….
Country Motor - Issue 43
Country Motor is an E-magazine created for and by country motor enthusiasts who have a passion for ancient motor vehicles, engines in fact any motor that is curious and old.
AOMC Newsletter December 2021
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From Your Editor
We proudly present this bumper December issue of the AOMC News as we hopefully look forward to a year in 2022 with the return of many of our normal events and activities.
In this issue you will find advertisements for several marques events, such as the RACV / AOMC British and European Motoring Show at Yarra Glen Racecourse on February 20th, the ever popular Picnic At Hanging Rock returns on February 13th, The Kalorama rally on March 20th, the Monaro State Titles on February 20th, the RACV Centenary Alpine Trial from 15 to 23 October and the Gippsland vehicle Collection Swap Meet and display theme…read more
2021 AOMC Annual General Meeting Minutes
Minutes of the AOMC Annual General Meeting Monday November 17th, 2021 at 8.45pm Venue: Austin Healey/Jaguar Clubrooms
Minutes of the AOMC Annual General Meeting Monday November 22th, 2021 at 8.45pm Venue: Austin Healey/Jaguar Clubrooms
Changes to the club permit scheme
On 30 September 2021, the Road Safety (Vehicles) Interim Regulations 2020 will be replaced by the Road Safety (Vehicles) Regulations 2021. Find out what you need to know and do.
On 30 September 2021, the Road Safety (Vehicles) Interim Regulations 2020 will be replaced by the Road Safety (Vehicles) Regulations 2021.
The new Regulations have been developed following extensive consultation with industry and community groups, including Club Permit Scheme associations, clubs and members.
The new Regulations include changes to the Club Permit Scheme and the introduction of new offences.
What changes are proposed to the Club Permit Scheme as part of the draft Regulations?
There are several regulatory reform proposals for the Club Permit Scheme aimed at further reducing red-tape and better aligning the scheme with the broader registration scheme. These changes include:
1. A range of new offences
The draft Regulations propose the introduction of specific offences. The proposed new offences relate to a range of items such as compliance with general conditions, failure to complete log book entries and failing to provide a vehicle for inspection.
2. An increase to eligible vehicle age
An increase in the age of vehicles in the Club Permit Scheme is proposed from 25 years to 30 years. This will go further to support the intent of the scheme and will align requirements in Victoria with that of some other jurisdictions.
3. Inclusion of a definition in relation to replica vehicles
The proposed inclusion of a definition for replica vehicles seeks to preserve the integrity of the club permit scheme and provide stakeholders greater clarity as to vehicles which are eligible.