As we move further into the year, we look back over the great events that have taken place within our club over the past month and look forward to some equally engaging attractions coming up.

Many of us are about to embark on a trip to Noosa for the Federal Rally, some will drive their PMC’s, others will drive a more reliable vehicle and others will fly and hire a car once there, the lucky few will pick up their PMC from a transport company in Brisbane.

March marks the transition from the scorching heat of summer to the milder days of autumn. As the days gradually become shorter, the temperatures begin to cool. It’s a time when nature undergoes a subtle transformation, with trees shedding their leaves in preparation for the cooler months ahead, and the landscape adopts hues of amber and gold. In this context we enjoyed some great events during March. Starting off with a deep dive into the mysteries of the SU Carburettor at a well-attended technical section Sunday.

The past month has shown the enthusiasm of many of the members who have enjoyed a joint run with the Cadillac LaSalle Club a visit to the Healey Factory plus an engaging technical session. Upcoming is the Federal Rally in Noosa, a long drive, or a short flight I recommend considering attending.

As we reflect on the events of February, it brings me immense pleasure to recount the array of enjoyable gatherings and activities that have enriched our club. February began with our technical workshop, led by Noel Baker and Neil Matthews and provided invaluable insights into the maintenance and care of our cherished vehicles. This was followed by a convivial evening at our club’s headquarters, where members gathered to share an enjoyable and informative evening with Rodney Smart from Scotchman’s Hill Winery. More than a few of us were impressed with the quality of the wines, especially their Cornelius Chardonnay!

The weather has turned magnificent, it is an ideal opportunity to get your PMC mobile and attend one of the upcoming events that are on our calendar.

As we embark on a new year filled with the promise of exciting adventures, it is with great pleasure that I welcome each and every one of you to another remarkable year in our illustrious history. The Rolls- Royce Owner’s Club has always been a beacon of elegance, camaraderie, and a celebration of the timeless craftsmanship embodied by our cherished vehicles. In the coming months, we anticipate a calendar brimming with exclusive events, captivating drives, and interesting meetings that will undoubtedly deepen the bonds of our club and our wonderful community.

Another year starts for our Club, it certainly was a great 2023 and looking at the calendar it certainly will be an exciting and active 2024. In this edition we see the launch of the new Spectre from Rolls- Royce, some of our members were lucky enough to see the launch and Ralph Plarre even managed to get a drive, needless to say, it seems he was suitably impressed, the article is in this edition.

After a great trip overseas where Lorraine and I walked the Camino de Santiago, and enjoyed other cities in Spain, the Spanish certainly have a great lifestyle, afternoon siesta, eating late and on Saturday we can testify they party hard!

October was a month packed full of club events, starting with the two day run to Portarlington in celebration of the 90th anniversary of the Derby Bentley, followed by our General Meeting also dedicated to the same anniversary.

After a great trip overseas where Lorraine and I walked the Camino de Santiago, and enjoyed other cities in Spain, the Spanish certainly have a great lifestyle, afternoon siesta, eating late and on Saturday we can testify they party hard!

October was a month packed full of club events, starting with the two day run to Portarlington in celebration of the 90th anniversary of the Derby Bentley, followed by our General Meeting also dedicated to the same anniversary.

Another year has passed since our last AGM and I am pleased to report that the club continues to thrive and grow. We have elected a new committee to steer the club through the next twelve months with current office bearers being elected unopposed.

Our Annual General Meeting was held recently and it saw some robust discussion at Bill Allsep House. I thought it was excellent to see how our members really are very passionate about our Club and are keen to see it be the best it can be.

September marks the gradual transition from winter to spring, bringing a sense of renewal and awakening to the natural world. As the days gradually lengthen and temperatures begin to rise, there’s a palpable anticipation in the air.

Spring has come and it’s time to enjoy those beautiful spring days and take a drive in your favourite PMC, also consider preparing for the upcoming Concours, please see Diary for details, in this edition there are two compelling articles to bolster your enthusiasm to enter.

It was really pleasing to see so many members out for our July general meeting, including some faces not seen for a while.

Winter this year has been somewhat of a challenge for many whilst relatively warm is feels cold with the amount of rain that has fallen and winds that seem to be trying to many. However this hasn’t dampened the spirits of many members who have taken to the road and joined events and meetings.

As some of you may know, my Bentley S1 is currently undergoing restoration including a back to bare metal repaint. The body shop is doing a terrific job and I am keenly awaiting to see the final result.

I was recently discussing with a friend, who I used to Rally with, we were discussing the types of cars that people currently collect, this seems to be typically an age based phenomenon and what we
thought were “cool” cars when we were typically in the 20-30 age group, unfortunately most of us were not in a position to afford these at the time…