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October 2016 NEWSLETTER

OFFICE BEARERS 2016/2017

POSITION NAME

President Mark Dixon

Vice President Andrew Bischoff

Secretary Karen Drewett

Treasurer/Membership Officer Ian Drewett

Management Committee Troy Aspden

Management Committee Martin Thompson

Management Committee Andrew Bingham

Editor Peter Copland

QAFWDC Rep/Environment Officer Ian Drewett

Technical Officer Andrew Bingham

Interclub Liaison Bruce Pitt

PR Merchandise Karen Boyce

Trip Co-ordinator Ross Bowering

Sergeant at Arms Chris Payne

Driver Training Peter Copland

Social Co-ordinator/Raffles Tammy Aspden

IT Support Officer Royce Cusick

All membership enquiries are to be directed to our Membership Officer or Club Secretary. The Twin Rivers 4X4 Club Inc. will meet on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at the Beenleigh Tavern, Distillery Road, Beenleigh (adjacent to the old Rum Distillery). Meetings start at 7.30p.m.

We welcome all visitors and new members to our meetings.

Our next General Meeting will be held on Tuesday, 11th October 2016

MINUTES OF GENERAL MEETING HELD AT BEENLEIGH TAVERN

13 September 2016

Chaired by Mark Dixon Commenced: 7:37 pm Minuted: Karen Drewett Attendance: As per the attendance book. Visitors: Gary and Doreen (BT-50); Dave and Vanessa (F250) Apologies: Gail Rosemond; Des Baker and Jacqui Slapp Minutes of Previous Meeting: As published in newsletter No business arising Moved: Andrew Bingham Seconded: Ian Haylock Correspondence: Suncorp Bank Statement; Spreadsheet and information from 4WDQLD Treasurers Report: As read by Ian Drewett Opening balance: $6,396.17 Expenses: $ 60.00 Receipts: $ 368.50 Closing Bal: $ 6,704.67 Moved: Ian Drewett Seconded: Troy Aspden Membership: Advised by Ian Drewett Membership in total 24 (3 renewals tonight) Trip Co-ordinator’s Report: Advised by Ross Bowering Need ideas for trips. Also need trip leaders. Don’t forget anyone who runs a trip is in the running to win $500.00. To qualify: trip needs to be taken by trip leader and at least two other vehicles. 1. 6th Annual 4WD Corroboree 1-3 October 2016 2. Millmerran Camp Oven Festival 1&2 October 2016 (full) 3. Warwick Rodeo 29&30 October 2016 4. Dad & Dave’s Historic Tour 5&6 November 2016 5. Christmas Party 19 & 20 November 2016 6. Canning Stock Route 29 April - 25 May 2017 (full) 7. Cape York 17 June - 9 July 2017 8. Fraser Island Clean Up 5, 6, 7 and 8 May 2017 Technical: Advised by Andrew Bingham Any technical questions or queries, please see Bingo. Bingo will be bringing to each meeting “Bingo’s Bits” This month: diff lockers. Air, electrical and mechanical Disadvantage: remove LSD Traction control: ABS controls brakes and traction. Disadvantage: slowing down one wheel

ARB: $1200 to $1500. Don’t buy cheap brands Editor: Advised by Peter Copland Needs input into magazine. Trip reports: all who write a trip report will go into draw for $100.00 Environmental Issues & 4WDQLD: Advised by Ian Drewett President’s meeting: 9 Strategic marketing – new logo, new stickers, new brochure. Available from front table. Raffle: Jetski and trailer; Rooftop tent ; glamping on Moreton Island; training courses $5.00 per ticket, 3 x $12.00. Tickets available on line or from Karen. Generally selling 4WDQLD to the public to raise more awareness of what the Association does. General Reps meeting: FICU – dates set for next year 5, 6, 7, 8 May. Looking for sponsors. Finalising MOU with QPWS Cape York cleanup – 4WDQLD currently liaising with QPWS to arrange cleanup at Cape York. Clean up Australia Day – 5 March Push to have access to closed off areas by accredited club members 4WDQLD membership cards – available to all club members. Will show club logo and 4WDQLD affiliation. Also states driver training qualifications Landcruiser Park – prospective owner has done a runner with croft deposits. Owners have reopened park. Chainsaw course – run by 4WDQLD. Club has offered to loan chainsaws to 4WDQLD for use for courses – in exchange for maintenance. Environmental: Ian wants to liaise with the Rangers to recommence the club’s adopt a track program. Lantana clearing, fencing and tree planting in exchange for access to parks. Interclub: Advised by Bruce Pitt Bayside club have a list of trips Ipswich Club interested in liaising with trips Bruce has come across maps from 60’s showing tracks. Will bring in for members to peruse IT: Advised by Royce Cusick Will need to change office holders emails. Ross advised that when he tried to access calendar – wouldn’t load unless Google Calendar compatable. Royce will look into that. Driver Training: Peter Copland Looking to do the theory for the course as a day in the shed at the new house. New chainsaw course – cost of certificate and a bit more. Has had instances in the past where club members (from our club and other clubs) have enrolled, but not turned up. From now on Peter requires $80.00 per person to be paid in advance – to cover cost of administration and paperwork costs. Peter will be running courses for other clubs – our club will make a small profit from this.

Social Co-ordinator: By Tammy Aspden Nil to report Merchandise/PR Officer’s report: Advised by Karen Boyce Shirts etc available for sale General Business: Don Field needs to clear club gear from his shed. Ian Drewett will take chainsaws etc. Milko will take other stuff Don Field advised on Explore Australia Expo last weekend. Gave away most magazines and dvds donated by members. Disappointed with crowds – overall down from last year. Could be due to location. Also lack of volunteers to man the stands – Don and Marty there each day, Ian and Karen for other days. Bingo thanked Don for organising and attending for the club and setting up display. Mark Dixon discussed downturn in Club membership and activity. Need to inject new interest and participation. Wants to make monthly meetings more interesting. Asked members to indicate if they were interested in guest speakers and off site meetings. Ross Bowering asked for information on exhausts for petrol motors to save on fuel? Dave (visitor) wants to do more trips. Just bought the F250. Troy Aspden discussed charity event on October long weekend – Big Lego Display at Chandler. Raising awareness for Rise Up (Domestic Violence) Sergeant at Arms: Chris Payne Fines for doing silly stuff – donated to Christmas party Trophy: Peter Copland – for breaking the unbreakable Hilux out in the desert. ARB strut – used on Hilux, BT50 and other utes. Raffle: Kindly donated by Peter and Sarah Copland 1st Prize: Troy Aspden 2nd Prize: Ann Haylock 3rd Prize: Bingo Next month’s donation by Troy and Tammy Aspden No other business. Next General Meeting: Tuesday, 11 October 2016 Meeting closed: 9:10pm

HOW TO WRITE A TRIP REPORT

This guide has been prepared to assist those writing trip reports for publication in the Twin Rivers 4X4 Club Newsletter. I hope these notes will encourage you and give you some ideas and provide the basic structure required so we can achieve a high standard and quality for the reader. OBJECTIVE The prime objective is to generate trip reports describing locations and trips you have been on so that other club members can experience them second hand. We are looking for trip reports about either individual experiences or your latest club trip/holiday. What we would really appreciate is useful information about what you did and saw as you visited various locations on your trip. BASIC FORMAT We need a fairly detailed report on your trip, preferably supported by photographs. You may find it easiest if you try to tell the story of what happened on your trip. You may find it useful to look at the trip reports already published. Some of these trip reports are quite detailed, but this will not be necessary for every destination. Please just send us your thoughts and impressions gained as a result of your experiences, together with the basic facts and details. Ideally your report should be in Microsoft Word or any other suitable word processor. Do not worry too much about the layout, we will do that. In fact, avoid any special formatting of the text or paragraph styles. The newsletter formatting is:- Font - Calibri 11 - no spacing. Colour – Metro. STYLE Try to keep your report light and informative. Give details of what you actually did and experienced, so other members know what happened. We would like to hear about locations, warts and all. Essentially, we want others to feel as if they were there. You might think of things as "If only I had known that before I went". CONTENT Here is a list of some of the areas you might cover: Note - not all of these will be used in all trip reports.

Where did you go?

When did you go?

How did you get there?

Who went on the trip?

How long was the trip? What happened 1st day, 2nd day etc?

What happened? Who did what?

What was the driving like? Explain the major features?

Were there any difficulties or local hazards to note?

Where did you stay? What were the campsites like?

What happened at camp/night?

Is the location seasonal and when is it best to go?

What other activities were available and did you use any?

Did you do anything special whilst there? Are there special attractions there?

What was the weather like? Is that typical?

How does this location compare with others to which you have been?

How much did the trip cost? Have you got any cost saving tips? PHOTOGRAPHY We would love to see photographs to support and illustrate your report. However, please be selective, we don't want literally dozens of them! Ideally, they should illustrate the locality, facilities, driving, recoveries and members. They do not have to be your own photographs, but they should be taken during your trip. EDITING Although we hope to avoid editing trip reports as far as possible, some "adjustments" may be inevitable. Obviously comments that are libelous or defamatory are not acceptable and will be removed before publication. If there was a problem with some aspect of your trip, then we do want to know about it. However, please ensure that you are strictly factual about what happened. Don't worry about the actual layout of the article; we will adapt it to our standard report format.

SUBMITTING TRIP REPORTS You should preferably submit trip reports and photographs electronically as attachments to an email. PLEASE REMEMBER if you are able to create a trip report then please do so. If you are unable or not comfortable writing a report then please answer as many of the questions above as appropriate, send them in dot point form along with your photographs so that I can create a story.

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Upcoming Twin Rivers 4X4 Club Trips NOTE:- Prior to attending any trip you must have your name on the trip sheet

(If unsure contact the trip leader)

Trip – Advanced 4WD Course Rating – Difficult

When: 5th November 2016 Where: Janowen Hills 4WD Park

Meeting Point: Janowen Time: 8am

Trip Leader: Peter Copland

NOTE YOU MUST BE LISTED ON THE TRIP SHEET TO ATTEND THIS TRIP

Trip – Dad and Dave Rudd’s Pub Rating – Social

When: 5th & 6th November 2016 Where: Nobby Qld

Meeting Point: TBA Time: TBA

Trip Leader: Ross Bowering


Trip – Warwick Rodeo Rating – Social

When: 29th & 30th October 2016 Where: Warwick




Trip – Advanced 4WD Course Rating – Difficult

When: 6th November 2016 Where: Janowen Hills 4WD Park

Meeting Point: Janowen Time: 8am

Trip Leader: Peter Copland


Trip – Your Trip Rating – Your Choice

When: Whenever you go 4wdriving next

Where: Anywhere you want to go – we don’t mind

Meeting Point: Wherever you say Time: Whenever but not too early (I sleepy)

Trip Leader: Well, you of course


Trip – Cape York Rating – Very Difficult

When: 17th June to 9th July 2017

Where: Cape York


Trip Leader: Troy and Tammy Aspden


Trip – Canning Stock Route Rating – Very Difficult

When: 2017 (Note – Trip Full)

Where: Canning Stock Route WA




Trip – Christmas Party Rating – Social

When: 19th & 20th November 2016 Where: The Springs 4WD Park


Trip Leader: Dianne Thompson


UHF CB Radio Information

The Citizen Band Radio Stations (CBRS) is a two-way, short distance, voice communication service that provides a cheap, reliable means of communication. The service operates in two frequency bands:

High frequency (HF) – (26.965 – 27.405 MHz) rare now days.

Ultra high frequency (UHF) – (476.4125 – 477.4125 MHz) our club radios. UHF radios use Frequency Modulation (FM) and have become the preferred mode of operation for most. In Australia, although there is no individual licence needed to use this equipment, it is still governed by the Citizens Band Radio Stations Class Licence and the Radio Communications Act. Under this Federal legislation certain channels have been reserved for specific use. Some other channels have also been designated for certain uses by general agreement.

CHANNEL & FREQUENCY

DESIGNATED OR ACCEPTED USE CHANNEL & FREQUENCY

DESIGNATED OR ACCEPTED USE

1 - 476.4250 Duplex - Repeater Output 41 - 476.4375 Duplex - Repeater Output




5 - 476.5250 Duplex - Repeater Output (Emergency use only) 45 - 476.5375 Duplex - Repeater Output




9 - 476.6250 Simplex 49 - 476.6375 Simplex

10 - 476.6500 Simplex - 4WD - Convoy, Clubs & National Parks 50 - 476.6625 Simplex

11 - 476.6750 Simplex - Call Channel 51 - 476.6875 Simplex

12 - 476.7000 Simplex 52 - 476.7125 Simplex

13 - 476.7250 Simplex 53 - 476.7375 Simplex

14 - 476.7500 Simplex 54 - 476.7625 Simplex

15 - 476.7750 Simplex 55 - 476.7875 Simplex

16 - 476.8000 Simplex 56 - 476.8125 Simplex

17 - 476.8250 Simplex 57 - 476.8375 Simplex

18 - 476.8500 Simplex - Caravan & Convoy Channel 58 - 476.8625 Simplex

19 - 476.8750 Simplex 59 - 476.8875 Simplex

20 - 476.9000 Simplex 60 - 476.9125 Simplex

21 - 476.9250 Simplex 61 - Reserved for Future Expansion

22 - 476.9500 Data only – No voice 62 - Reserved for Future Expansion

23 - 476.9750 Data Only – No voice 63 - Reserved for Future Expansion

24 - 477.0000 Simplex 64 - 477.0125 Simplex

25 - 477.0250 Simplex 65 - 477.0375 Simplex

26 - 477.0500 Simplex 66 - 477.0625 Simplex

27 - 477.0750 Simplex 67 - 477.0875 Simplex

28 - 477.1000 Simplex 68 - 477.1125 Simplex

29 - 477.1250 Simplex - Pacific (NSW) & Bruce (Qld) Hwy Channel 69 - 477.1375 Simplex

30 - 477.1500 Simplex 70 - 477.1375 Simplex

31 - 477.1750 Repeater Input 71 - 477.1625 Repeater Input




35 - 477.2750 Repeater Input (Emergency use only) 75 - 477.2875 Repeater Input




39 - 477.3750 Simplex 79 - 477.3875 Simplex

40 - 477.4000 Simplex - Highway Channel 80 - 477.4125 Simplex

Channels 1 to 8 and 41 to 48 - Repeater Channels. Press the DUPLEX button on your radio to use any available repeaters. Channel 22 & 23 - Data transmissions only (No Voice) Channels 31 to 38 and 71 to 78 - Repeater inputs - Do not use these channels for simplex transmissions as you will interfere with conversations on channels 1 to 8 and 41 to 48. Channel 5 & 35 - Emergency use only - Monitored by Volunteers. No general conversations are to take place on these channels. As at January 2007 the maximum penalties for the misuse of the legally allocated CB emergency channels are:

For general misuse – if an individual 2 years imprisonment, otherwise $165,000 (a $220 on-the-spot fine can be issued in minor cases); or

For interference to an Emergency call – if an individual 5 years imprisonment, otherwise $550,000 If you are considering a trip into any remote area, then a UHF Radio is an important communications device to have. Besides the entertainment value, such as chatting with other vehicles, this radio can be a valuable safety tool. Since UHF signals travel in a straight line, the terrain plays an important part in how well the signal is transmitted or received. For example, the transmission will perform quite poorly if the signal is blocked by hilly or heavily forested areas. On flat terrains such as open countryside, distances between 5 and 20km may be achieved. Distances of up to 100km can be achieved if one or both UHF CB units are elevated on say a hilltop. UHF signals are less prone to power line noises and also provide clear and crisp communications. UHF radios provide FM quality, short range, line of sight communications and are excellent for convoys. In general, a UHF radio is not of much use in an emergency unless someone happens to be in range of your location - usually much less than 50km. Handheld units are useful because you can walk to higher ground and greatly extend the range if the vehicle is in a valley, or the battery is flat. Owning a pair of handhelds is also useful for bushwalking or in just about any situation you can imagine. In areas where repeaters are installed communication up to many hundreds of kilometres is possible. They are popular in pastoral country with stations operating on public and private repeaters. Most, if not all modern UHF CBs can scan all channels and lock in on a channel when a signal is heard. This overcomes the problem of not knowing which channel the repeater or the homestead is operating on. Repeaters UHF repeaters are special transmitting/receiving stations that are usually located in high areas to allow extended coverage. These stations, which are usually owned by businesses, farmers and clubs, allow UHF users to use them to re-transmit their signal. It works when you press your microphone button with the “Duplex or Repeater” button selected also. You must transmit between channels 1 to 8 and 41 to 48 because the “Duplex or Repeater” selection will add 30 channels and will now transmit to channels 31 to 38 and 71 - 78 on the repeater. The repeater, which collects the signal on 31 to 38 or 71 to 78, then switches to its output channel 1 to 8 and 41 to 48 to transmit simultaneously to say another radio user who may be some distance out of line of sight on the other side of the hill. This can be hard to grasp but imagine a device that needs two frequencies to work and it needs to keep these input and output frequencies as far apart as possible to allow the simultaneous receive and transmit (i.e. 31 to 38 for the repeater's input and 1 to 8 for the repeater's output). The further apart these two frequencies, the easier it is to keep the transmitter circuitry from interfering with the receiver circuitry. Therefore, you should not transmit to a repeater on channels 31 to 38 or 71 to 78. Please respect the fact that repeaters are erected and maintained by private individuals and you should keep the usage relatively short. Microphone Usage When speaking on your radio hold the microphone approximately 15 centimetres from your mouth (not too close, not too far) press the Push To Talk (PTT) button, wait 1 second and then speak in a normal voice. If your chosen channel is in use or another person is talking across your conversation just select another channel. Do not provoke troublemakers who may deliberately search out other people to provoke a reaction, just ignore them. Twin Rivers 4x4 Club Channel is:- 9 (Nine)

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The Twin Rivers 4X4 Club has been conducting Accredited Driver Training courses for its members since 2005. As our club is a not for profit organization our driver training courses represent excellent value for money but most importantly, instruct owners of 4WD vehicles in the skills required to safely pilot their vehicle both on and off the road. The Trainers and Assessors are accredited under the guidelines set by the 4WDQLDTraining.

Units of competency offered:-

Basic Course:- SISODRV302A – Drive and recover a 4WD vehicle

Advanced Course:- SISODRV404A – Drive a 4WD vehicle in difficult terrain SISODRV405A – Coordinate recovery of 4WD vehicles As a minimum the main driver from each membership must complete the basic course within 6 months of joining “Twin Rivers 4X4 Club” unless specific approval is granted by the Training Coordinator and the Management Committee

Basic Training Course Introduction The course is competency based. There are theory sessions as well as driving sessions, which include written and practical tests. It is not designed to teach experience, which comes only after many years of actually driving in conditions that your vehicle is designed for. The course will teach you the basic principles of Safety, Trip Preparation, Vehicle Maintenance and Servicing, along with knowledge of the fundamentals of a 4WD and the vehicles capabilities as well as basic driving techniques and recovery procedures. Each course is broken up into theory and practical components designed to educate the most experienced member. Courses consist of 2 theory nights to familiarise participants with 4WD vehicles, discuss how they work and how to inspect them for basic faults. Theory components cover many aspects of driving. Some of these subjects include: Vehicle types and capabilities How a 4WD works Tyre selection, inflation and use Pre-trip and during trip vehicle equipment and safety inspections Environmental Awareness Different techniques for driving in varying terrains The practical component consists of a full weekend where participants have the opportunity to learn and experience all of the different aspects of basic 4WDing in the field. Some of the topics covered on the weekend training include: Principles of 4WDriving Stop stall key start recoveries Driving up and down moderate inclines Driving techniques for different terrains Approach, departure and ramp over angles Driving on side slopes Driving through water Changing a tyre in uneven terrain Snatch strap recoveries Driving to cause minimal environmental impact Using Convoy Procedure The Basic Course must be completed prior to undertaking the Advanced Course

For more information about any courses please contact the clubs Driver Trainer (Peter Copland)

It is really easy to lead a trip.

Any trip leader can be approached by a member of the club and asked if they would like an assistant on their trip. The trip leader and assistant could work together on the organization, layout, rating of the trip, leading and tail ending. You don’t have to be an experienced four wheel driver to lead a trip, if you have a place you love to go you could approach a friend in the club who has run a trip before and suggest to them that you could buddy up or co-lead a trip, you set the rating, you make the time. Once you’ve led a trip you’ll never go back to following someone else. For more information about procedures, forms and ideas for trip destinations, contact one of your committee members. TRIP LEADER RESPONSIBILITIES

1. WELCOME / INTRODUCTIONS Members, New Members & visitors. 2. EXPLAIN TRIP Where we will go and what we expect to see. Special conditions eg weed control, private property access Reminder about compliance with road rules particularly Blood Alcohol Content 3. FIRST AID Nominate First Aid Officer (if available). Each member should have their own first aid kit. 4. RADIO Nominate channel to use. Channel 9 is our recognised club channel Be aware of Repeaters in the area. Emergency channel if required 5. CONVOY PROCEDURE (See Club Convoy Rules further on in this newsletter) Recommended vehicle spacing & speed. What to do in the event of an accident. Nominate tail-end Charlie. Gate procedure. Waiting for the following vehicle on corners. 6. UPON ARRIVAL AT DESTINATION ORGANISE Camp site, Vehicle parking, Toilets & shower, Camp fire, Meal procedures Other special requirements 7. ORGANISE NIGHT ACTIVITIES if appropriate 8. EXPLAIN WHAT WILL HAPPEN THE NEXT DAY 9. ORGANISE DEPARTURE Any special requirements 10. END OF TRIP Thank members for participating. Organize one person to do the trip report. Ensure all club equipment is accounted for.

TRIP RATINGS

Overview: All-wheel drive and high range. Novice drivers.

Expected terrain & track conditions: Mostly unsealed roads with no obstacles

and minor gradients

Vehicle Suitability: All-wheel drive and high range 4WD. Can be low clearance

with road tyres.

Recovery Equipment: As per club standards

Driver Training Experience: Suitable for novice drivers.

Weather: May be more difficult in wet conditions.

Overview: Mainly high range 4WD but low range required.

Some 4WD experience or training required.

Expected terrain & track conditions: Tracks with some steep and/or rocky,

slippery, sandy sections. May have shallow water crossings.

Vehicle Suitability: Suitable for medium clearance vehicles with dual range

and all terrain or road tyres.


Driver Training Experience: Recommended that drivers have experience or

4WD training. Recommended to be done in groups of vehicles.

Weather: Will be more difficult in wet conditions.

Overview: Significant low range 4WD with standard ground clearance.

Should have 4WD driver training.

Expected terrain & track conditions: Tracks with frequent steep and/or rocky,

slippery, sandy track sections. Possible water crossings.

Vehicle Suitability: Suitable for medium to high clearance vehicles with

dual range and all terrain tyres.


Driver Training Experience: Recommended for drivers with reasonable

experience or 4WD training. To be done in groups of vehicles.

Weather: May be more difficult in wet conditions.

Overview: Low range 4WD with high ground clearance. Experienced drivers

Expected terrain & track conditions: Tracks with frequent very steep and/or

rocky, slippery, sandy track sections. May have difficult river crossings.

Vehicle Suitability: Suitable for high clearance vehicles with dual range,

tyres suitable for the terrain. (Mud terrain tyres).

Recovery Equipment: Winch/recovery equipment required.

Driver Training Experience: Drivers with extensive experience and advanced

training should only attempt as there are several technical challenges.

Recommended to be done in groups of four or more vehicles.

Weather: Will be more difficult in wet conditions.

Twin Rivers 4X4 Club By-laws and Rules BY-LAWS 1. For the purpose of these by-laws, only those activities that have been minuted shall be recognised as official club activities. Any activity not approved shall be considered as member' private activity. 2. All members and visitors shall at all times abide by the regulations laid down by the relevant Government authorities, owners of private property and Motor Traffic Regulations. 3. No member shall act in any manner prejudicial to the interest of the Club. 4. Any member who at the time identifies himself/herself with the Club either visible or in any other way whatsoever, shall be bound to comply with these by-laws for the full duration of the time in which such identification may be possible. 5. All members and their visitors participating in Club activities shall at all times abide by the direction and instruction of the appointed trip leader or duties in respect to: (a) Safety to other members;

(b) Route to be taken;

(c) Fire precautions and restrictions;

(d) Care and respect of private property;

(e) Any other instructions issued for a particular activity. 6. The passenger or driver of any vehicle will not consume intoxicating liquor during the driving portion of any Club activity. Alcohol may be consumed in moderation during a meal break or once stopped for the night at camp. 7. Members will ensure that there is no rubbish left at any stopping place. All rubbish is to be removed from the area and disposed of in the correct manner. All campfires are to be properly extinguished prior to departure from campsites. 8. Club members shall be obliged to remove all Club and Association stickers prior to their vehicle's disposal. RULES OF MEMBERSHIP 9. The Club only accepts members who own a registered 4WD vehicle. It is advisable that the vehicle should

be able to engage in low range.

10. Any visitor must attend a minimum of one event and a maximum of three events, being either meetings or trips, before being nominated to join as a member. 11. Membership of prospective member must be nominated by a current member and seconded by another current member. COMMITTEE RULES 12. Two members of the same family or membership may hold positions in the Committee. 13. Members of the Executive Committee shall consist of President; Vice President; Secretary; Treasurer and three Management positions. These positions will be elected at the AGM. 14. Subcommittee positions shall consist of: Trip Co-ordinator; Editor; Public Relations Officer; Merchandise Officer; Membership Officer; Association Representative; Environmental Officer; Technical Officer; Social/Raffles Co-ordinator; IT Support Officer; Interclub Liaison Officer and Sergeant at Arms. These positions will be elected at the AGM.

Twin Rivers 4X4 Club (Training) Policy and Procedures

For Conducting and Participating In Accredited 4 Wheel Drive Training Courses:- Basic:- SISODRV302A Advanced:- SISODRV404A and SISODRV405A This Policy and Procedures shall form part of the “Twin Rivers 4X4 Club” By-laws and Rules Twin Rivers 4X4 Club Inc. has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with 4WDQLD Training and will ensure that all the training and courses are conducted under the MOU guidelines. Position holders

Course Co-ordinator and Trainer Assessor – Peter Copland

Course Administrator and Trainer Assessor – Sarah Copland

Training Assistants – must have completed Basic Driver Training and have suitable experience/qualifications. Policies and Guidelines and Course Material required and used by Twin Rivers 4X4 Club Inc. for Driver

Training Courses is as follows:

“Twin Rivers 4X4 Club Inc.” must remain a financial member of 4WQLD to access and deliver this accredited training.

All course staff must train only in accordance with the ANFWDC trainee manual and within the guidelines.

“Twin Rivers 4X4 Club Inc.” endorses 4WDQLD policy and procedures and agrees to abide by the Code of Conduct and trip procedures.

The Course Administrator will review and validate all documentation from each course.

The Course Coordinator/Course Administrator/Trainers will review participant’s feedback and assess each course and make continual improvements.

As a minimum the main driver from each membership must complete the Basic Course within 6 months of joining “Twin Rivers 4X4 Club” unless specific approval is granted by the Training Coordinator and the Management Committee

The Basic Course is open to all levels of experience and “Twin Rivers 4X4 Club” also offers full RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning) as per policy and guidelines stipulated by 4WDQLD Training.

Advanced Course participants must have completed the Basic Course SISODRV302A and be deemed by the Twin Rivers 4X4 Club DAU as having suitable experience.

Only current financial members of “Twin Rivers 4X4 Club Inc.” or financial members of other clubs who are affiliated with 4WDQLD will be permitted to participate in training.

Only members and participants who have an acceptable level of English will be accepted in the course.

Basic Course Text Book will be “Trainee Guide”

Participants in the course must have a fully registered road worthy vehicle capable of engaging low range 4WD.

All participants must agree to comply with the Course Coordinators/Trainers instructions at all times.

The Course Co-ordinator will appoint Training Assistants, as required for each course.

The Basic Course will be made up of theory sessions and full days of practical training/assessment. The Advanced Course will be of 8 hours duration either in one full day or spread across a weekend.

The Course Program will be decided by the Course Co-ordinator, so that it remains within the 4WDQLD policy, procedures and guidelines.

Cost of the course will be as per the “Schedule of Fees” listed by 4WDQLD Training.

No alcohol is to be consumed during any driving activity.

No participant will be permitted to continue in the course if they are affected by alcohol or drugs. This policy and procedures may be reviewed from time to time.

Twin Rivers 4X4 Club

Convoy Rules

Observe road rules at all times. Trip Leader and TEC (tail end Charlie) to be appointed for each trip. Trip Leader to call a group meeting prior to the start and remind members of the convoy rules. Trip Leader also organizes all members to fill out Trip Sheet.

If leaving the convoy for any reason, signal other vehicles to pass and inform TEC of your intentions. TEC stops with member and waits for him to resume his place in the convoy. No members to leave the trip early without prior arrangements with Trip Leader. All drivers are responsible for their passengers. All drivers are responsible for the vehicle BEHIND them and take note of that vehicle. Each vehicle must WAIT at each intersection until the next vehicle can observe the direction of the route undertaken. The following vehicle shall acknowledge any change in direction by use of the vehicle indicators. Keep a safe distance behind the vehicle in front at all times especially in hilly country, dusty conditions or when brakes are wet. In difficult terrain allow the vehicle in front to get to the crest before you attempt to follow. Also allow the vehicle in front to negotiate a downhill slope before you attempt the same. No vehicle to pass the Trip Leader except in an emergency. If a driver requires assistance, he is to repeatedly flash headlights or call on UHF ch9. When a recovery is necessary, a winch boss is to be appointed by Trip Leader and will be in charge of the recovery. All vehicles on trips must have rated recovery points fitted front and rear and carry minimum recovery gear ie shovel, snatch strap, rated D shackles or bow shackles, UHF radio and recommended - fire extinguisher and first aid kit The second vehicle in the convoy will pull aside and open and shut gates rejoining the convoy in front of the TEC. Any driver not complying with the convoy rules or instructions given by the Trip Leader will be referred to

the Committee for disciplinary action.

TWIN RIVERS 4X4 CLUB INC.

PO BOX 472

BEENLEIGH

QLD 4207 Ph: 07 38074384 or 07 5546 1310

Web Site: www.twinrivers4x4club.org.au

Bank Details: BSB 484 799 Account No. 0345 47667

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SURNAME: Single Member $55

FIRST NAME: Family Member $60

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Documents

October 2016 NEWSLETTER - Twin Rivers 4x4 Clubtwinrivers4x4club.com.au/.../2014/08/1610-October-2016-Newsletter.… · October 2016 NEWSLETTER. OFFICE BEARERS 2016/2017 POSITION NAME