Pat Walker and Greg Voltz
were the recipients for the first two years and another
important individual will be recognised this year.
The award
recognises particularly outstanding efforts made by individuals
who tirelessly work, sometimes behind the scenes, to ensure that
the facility's magnificent grounds are always looking their best
and that events function smoothly. One person receives the award
each year and nominations for 2010 are currently open.
If you
know of any member not on the committee or any non-member who
you feel deserves to be recognised please let us know through
the contact details below. Nominations will close on 31 Dec, 2010
and the award will be presented at the club's annual dinner and
presentation of trophies on January 29, 2011.
Andrew Willesden
aswillesden@bigpond.com
07 3396 2240
HILL CLIMBING - Come and try
the thinking drivers motor sport! Hill climbing is the motor sport
discipline for the thinking driver.
At the MG Car Club’s exhilarating Mt. Cotton venue you can
experience all the challenges that hill climbing offers - testing
your ability and your car’s performance on the undulating 980m track
- competing against other cars in your class - or just spending the
day trying to better your previous time.
How hard you try is entirely up to you - there are no
other cars on the track to obstruct or to be obstructive (or for
you to blame!).
All you need is a CAMS level 2 license, a roadworthy vehicle, an
approved helmet and “neck to knee” non flammable clothing.
Your
car will need to be scrutineered for safety and class compliance,
and headlight protectors and blue battery indicator triangles
attached. You're then ready for a unique motor sport experience!
A friendly, family atmosphere prevails at Mt Cotton - an ideal day
out for your family and friends. Between each run you can chat with
other drivers, perhaps solicit some advice - or just spend time with
family and friends. Light refreshments are available from the
canteen, or you are welcome to bring your own picnic lunch.
Newcomers are encouraged to be “adopted” by an experienced
competitor, who will be only too pleased to offer advice on car
preparation and just how to best approach the special challenges
that Mt cotton offers. Come along.
The entry fee is very affordable.
Join like minded enthusiasts for a
safe, yet challenging day of motor sport. Both novice drivers and
“old hands” have much to learn from just one day at Mt Cotton hill
climb.
MGCC (Qld) owns and operates one of Australia's most interesting
Hill Climb Circuits at Mt. Cotton. Built by enthusiastic club
members, the first meeting was conducted in March, 1968.
Since then, events have been conducted
on a regular basis, offering an exciting day for both spectators and
competitors.
Competitors vie for both class and
outright honours, as well as the challenge of the hill itself.
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The track is bitumen sealed, 946m
long, and unique in that it includes downhill, as well as uphill
gradients. We see Mt. Cotton as a very
important aspect of our club, providing the opportunity to foster
motor sport for beginners, as well as more experienced competitors,
and feel this to be very much in the spirit of MG.
WORKING BEES
Working Bees are vital activities to ensure that Mt Cotton
Hill Climb remains viable. Without good numbers of workers, the
Club could not afford to maintain this facility.
PLEASE NOTE:
TRESPASSING WILL NOT BE TOLERATED and ALL TRESPASSERS WILL BE
REPORTED TO THE POLICE - NO EXCEPTIONS!
HELPERS WANTED
Most of us seem to be unaware, and
take for granted, the presence of the numerous officials who
make our Hillclimbs possible.
In order to lessen the load on
these regular volunteers, it is vital that additional people come
forward to be trained for these tasks. It's lots of fun, you have a great view of the action, and we
serve a great lunch!!
See us at Mt Cotton or phone John Davies on 3341 6798.
Mt Cotton Hillclimb dates for 2011:
Tighe Cams Series: 19/20 Feb, 2/3 April, 23/24 July, 3/4 Sept, 15/16 Oct
and 26/27 Nov.
For these events, competition on the Sat is dependent upon
there being more than 85 competitors while competition on the Sunday is
guaranteed.
The Carselling.com.au Queensland Hillclimb Championships will be held on
the weekend of 4/5 June.
The MG and sports car hillclimb - 22nd May.
The annual Swap Meet and Open Day -19th June. There is no on
track activity on this day.
Some photos of Working Bees
below:
The Mouse House
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