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MEDIA RELEASE For Immediate Release MOTOR RACING RETURNS TO MT COOT-THA 6 May 2009 Brisbane - Priceless historic cars and motorcycles will race up Mt Coot-tha's roads in a once in a lifetime event on May 30 and 31. The Cootha Classic will showcase over eighty years of automotive racing technology with 218 entries ranging from a 1921 Amilcar to a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo 10. As part of Brisbane City Council's 150 celebrations the Historic Racing Car Club of Queensland is re-creating Queensland's first recorded motorsport event, which was held at Mt Coot-tha in 1916. As it was known then, One Tree Hill will have a 1.5km circuit along Sir Samuel Griffith Drive and JC Slaughter Falls for the pit paddock. Event organiser Bill Westerman said, "Motorsport has always been a part of Brisbane's modern story and we have a truly unique opportunity to make it accessible to the people of the city. It'll be a casual affair and we invite everyone to have a wander around and chat with the drivers and riders." "It's incredible value, where else can families park in a suburban shopping centre, picnic at the Botanical Gardens and see entertainment all day for less than a trip to the movies?" Competitors will race the clock as they individually sprint up and down a winding road over looking Brisbane's CBD. Entries include global marques from Datsun to Ferrari and Holden to BMW. Competitors include multiple Bathurst winner Jim Richards in his Porsche Turbo and South African world motorcycle champion Kork Ballington on a bike raced by Queensland racing legend Gregg Hansford. Motorcyclists are calling their un-timed demonstration runs a salute to talented Queenslander Gregg Hansford, who tragically died in a racing incident at Phillip Island in 1995. Hansford successfully raced both motorcycles and cars at the highest levels with ten Grand Prix wins for Kawasaki and touring car victories at Sandown and Bathurst. He wears the distinction of being the only man in history to win at Bathurst on a motorcycle and in a car. Event Secretary for motorcycles Ian Milton said, "Queensland has had a lot of talented riders achieve a lot of success on the national and international stage, but Gregg was a pioneer and redefined what was possible." "Incredibly, we will have four of Gregg Hansford's old GP bikes and five examples of a Manx Nortons, the world's most successful GP bike ever!" Road closures will allow spectators to enter from 3 points and roam the tree lined pits and circuit. Food and drink will be available for purchase, but no alcohol will be sold or allowed in the competition area. Parking will be limited so shuttle buses will be operating - see website (www.coothaclassic.com) for map and more details. Admission for adults on Saturday or Sunday is $20. Weekend adult pass is $30. Children under 14 years are FREE. ### For more information contact: Scott Clark [email protected] www.coothaclassic.com

Thanks guys, I will follow up on all the recommendations. This is a great help! I will let you know how it goes.

Hi Guys, I want to buy a V35 350GT, probably directly from a local importer or from Japan. Can anybody who has done this, please give me some pointers or recommend a company/individual who can get the car freighted, complianced and registered? Thanks in advance for the help!

Thanks GTRGeoff, I'll pass on the well wishes to the LMRE members. I understand what you're saying. I'm the proud parent of a herniated disk. But don't miss out because of that, I'm sure we'll need vital experienced support crew to keep the reconstruction machine running, maybe you can help in that area?

You bloody legends!

MEDIA RELEASE Long Lease Locks in Lakeside For Immediate Release: 18 December, 2007 Brisbane, Queensland - Supporters of Queensland's Lakeside Raceway received an early Christmas present this year with the Pine Rivers Shire Council and Wrexmere Pty Ltd (Queensland Raceway) signing off on a long term lease to operate the historic circuit on Brisbane's north side. The agreement for 30 years, with an option for 10 years, obtained State Government Ministerial approval and will insure the facility celebrates its 50th anniversary on 19 March 2011. Lakeside Motor Racing Enthusiasts president Ian Milton said, "We're delighted and relieved by the news, but if we want to get on the track, everyone will have to pitch in and do their part - there's no more excuses for sitting on the sidelines." When asked what the major challenges were to getting club-level motor racing back to Lakeside, John Tetley of Queensland Raceway said, "We have all the usual major project hassles including red tape, availability of scarce resources, etc." Mr Tetley said that an initial $1.2 million has already been secured to invest on rebuilding infrastructure and, "The rest will depend on how wisely we invest the initial capital input and how many people come and spend their money there." "We're targeting and hoping to re-open the driver training in February or March next year. Racing, maybe June, depending on a lot of variables including re-education of competitors and neighbour management." Pine Rivers Shire Councillor Mike Charlton was very excited to declare the situation as "all systems go!" He described the council's vision for Lakeside as, "Preservation of an iconic motorsport site embracing historic, commercial and club motorsport activities, combined with life-saving driver and rider education and community events." Cr Charlton said that a legal action in the Planning & Environment Court between the PRSC and Mr Ron Curtis is "unlikely to delay" and is confident in their legal advice because it is "tried and tested" law. Last month a local newspaper article revealed that people had been listed as co-applicants without their permission. The action has been adjourned until 23 January, 2008. Mr Milton pointed out the significance of events, "An historic moment is occuring for the people of Queensland, and particularly the motorsport community, because I can think of no other example of a motor racing circuit in Australia being brought back from the brink like Lakeside." "On behalf of LMRE members, I would like to extend a sincere invitation to anyone who has a passion for motorsport to help us get this deal over the line by registering on-line to help reconstruct Lakeside. You don't need to be an engineer, just bring the right attitude. To be part of history, please visit this site and fill in the form - www.queenslandraceway.com.au/qrformlake.php. " For more information visit www.lakesideraceway.com. ###

I'll keep you guys up to date as soon as news can be confirmed, but in the latest 'facts' are always available at www.lakesideraceway.com.

Competition Upgrade!!! The haunting competition has gotten easier and hitech with SpeedFM's new SMS/MMS technology. To win cash prizes all you have to do is take some photos on your mobile and send them to SpeedFM for the same cost that you would normally send a txt message. The photos will then be uploaded onto the SpeedFM website and the winners will be judged and presented prizes on the night. The part of the event summary that has changed is: Haunting Competition: In order to be eligible to win the mobile photo competition: • Participation in the competition is optional • Contestants and friends featured in photos must be in costume to be eligible to win • Must take 1 mobile phone photo of themselves, or a friend, at Sherrin Motorsport • Must take 1 mobile phone photo of themselves, or a friend, at each of the 4 designated bars/cafés/restaurants along the route. • Must SMS/MMS a total of 5 photos to Speed FM – 0400 354 070 (cost of a normal call) • Photos must include designated bars/cafés/restaurant signage • The 4 designated bars/cafés/restaurants for haunting will be announced in the directions. • Haunting Competition photos must be received by SpeedFM by 10pm, which is heaps of time. • Winners will then be decide by a judge on the night • Winners must be present to receive prizes • Photos will be posted on the SpeedFM website. This is not a time pressured event so there’s no need to speed or take unnecessary risks with your driving. Grab something to eat along the way! Competition Prizes: To be eligible contestants must be in costume and send all 5 mobile phone photos to SpeedFM. 1st Prize - $50 2nd Prize - $30 3rd Prize - $20

We've been getting a great response from a lot of other tribes and forums. Some people aren't sure what to expect, so here are some pics from last year. Everyone is welcome and everything is optional. You don't have to be in costume or participate in the competition. Just come along and have a laugh and get your Saturday night started at our end of cruise party.

Media Release Lakeside Raceway gets Green Light from Council 27/09/07 - After a six year saga, on Tuesday 18 September 2007, the Pine Rivers Shire Council voted to enter into a lease with Wrexmere Pty Ltd (Queensland Raceway) to re-open and manage the historic Lakeside Raceway on Brisbane's north side. The deal still must obtain State Government approval and the lease has not yet been signed, but neither party foresees any major delays. Lakeside Motor Racing Enthusiasts president Ian Milton said, "Credit to the Council for demonstrating the vision and determination necessary to deliver a victory for ratepayers, motorsport and common sense. Lakeside will deliver long term economic, social and life-saving benefits to the whole community." While very pleased with the progress, John Tetley of Queensland Raceway cautioned, "This is just one more step along the way. Albeit a big milestone, it's not the last milestone by any means." Work remains before Lakeside can once more be operational. Even though most neighbouring residents chose to live in the area long after the race track was established in 1967, Mr Tetley is currently visiting the UK as part of the continuing effort to incorporate the concerns of neighboring residents. "Many of the UK tracks have fairly severe noise restrictions and I think there is a lot to be learnt from them", he said. "Without a lot of physical support for tidying up tyre walls, repairing ARMCO etc, it is possible we will not re-open with racing for some time, but instead concentrate on low investment, low revenue activities as the business finds its feet again and builds up some spending money. That is not to say there won't be speed events like sprints, but full-on racing may have to wait until we have the money to pay people to fix the edges, drains, tyre walls etc." Cr Bob Millar sits on both the Pine Rivers Shire Council's Strategic & Planning and Co-ordination committees responsible for approving the Lakeside Raceway lease. He said, "I think it's good for the ratepayers to finally reach a point, after a lot of time and effort has been spent on the concerns of residents, to get to where we can now move forward." Council minutes showed one of the Co-ordination Committee's recommendations as, "In addition to the operational and capital development matters, the lessee, in consultation with Council, is to include in the capital improvement program construction of a barrier at the western end of the circuit (known as the Carousel). This barrier may take the form of a vegetated mound or similar barrier." When asked when he expected to see Lakeside re-start operations, Cr Millar replied, "Two years ago!" Mr Milton reaffirmed LMRE's position, "We've always said we'd support the bonafide winner of the Council's tender process and we're very pleased to get to this point after years of people saying that Lakeside was dead and buried, but now it's up to the motorsport community to determine Lakeside's future." ###

People are signing on from other forums too. Some are coming from up from the Gold Coast and staying overnight.

Good to have ya on board! Grab a mate and use their car, cause we had a lot of laughs last year.

Event: Halloween Cruise for Charity 2 sponsored by SpeedFM Date: Saturday, 27 October 2007 Event Description: The Halloween Cruise is on again, including a new haunting competition and finishing with a costume dance party! Tis the night when the un-dead rise from their graves to haunt the village of ye olde BrisVegas. Ghosts and goblins will scour the city searching for gifts to appease the angry gods. They will take a secret path, scaring peasants along the way to their ritual dance and music ceremony. Start Location: Sherrin Motorsport 3 / 218 Fison Ave West, Eagle Farm Check out their website for a map. Doors open from 6:30pm so grab a coffee and check it out. Make sure you're gassed up and ready to go before you arrive. Departure Time: 7:30pm Cruise Directions: Available from 7:00pm at the Start Location when you pay your donation. Distance approximately 35 km or 1hr 30 minutes driving. Co-pilot who can read will be very helpful with directions, haunting competition and to split the donation! Donations: Cruise and Party - $10 per car (sign the waiver to get you and up to 3 of your friends on the VIP list for free party entry) Party only - $5 per person at the door Haunting Competition: Competition Upgrade!!! The haunting competition has gotten easier and hitech with SpeedFM's new SMS/MMS technology. To win cash prizes all you have to do is take some photos on your mobile and send them to SpeedFM for the same cost that you would normally send a txt message. The photos will then be uploaded onto the SpeedFM website and the winners will be judged and presented prizes on the night. The part of the event summary that has changed is: Haunting Competition: In order to be eligible to win the mobile photo competition: • Participation in the competition is optional • Contestants and friends featured in photos must be in costume to be eligible to win • Must take 1 mobile phone photo of themselves, or a friend, at Sherrin Motorsport • Must take 1 mobile phone photo of themselves, or a friend, at each of the 4 designated bars/cafés/restaurants along the route. • Must SMS/MMS a total of 5 photos to Speed FM – 0400 354 070 (cost of a normal call) • Photos must include designated bars/cafés/restaurant signage • The 4 designated bars/cafés/restaurants for haunting will be announced in the directions. • Haunting Competition photos must be received by SpeedFM by 10pm, which is heaps of time. • Winners will then be decide by a judge on the night • Winners must be present to receive prizes • Photos will be posted on the SpeedFM website. This is not a time pressured event so there’s no need to speed or take unnecessary risks with your driving. Grab something to eat along the way! Competition Prizes: To be eligible contestants must be in costume and send all 5 mobile phone photos to SpeedFM. 1st Prize - $50 2nd Prize - $30 3rd Prize - $20 Costume Dance Party Location: Party at the Lakeside Café function room in the Botanical Gardens at the base of Mt Coot-tha. Doors open at 8:30pm. Costumes are optional, but it's a lot more fun and you might feel left out without one. A drinks bar will be available at the dance party, including freshly brewed coffee or alcohol for those over 18yrs and not driving. Bar drinks not included in purchase price. Finish Time: Midnight Cruise Leader: Scott - Mach 1 Mustang 0418 184 552 Charity: Citizens Against Road Slaughter (C.A.R.S.) C.A.R.S. is a Queensland road accident victims' support group started in 1984. The charity provides counselling, victim advocacy to bereaved families and has performed extensive research into road trauma prevention. It even provides free accommodation in Brisbane for families when a family member is in hospital or under medical treatment as a result of a road accident. Please remember, this cruise has been organised to help people that are in a very bad way. Any selfish behaviour that might wreck the event for everyone else may be reported to the police or other authorities. So please, no skids, burnouts, drifting or racing as it will not be tolerated and take any rubbish with you when you leave a location.

Your words of support and encouragement are much appreciated. You guys were like the cavalry, if you hadn't turned up, a lot of people in LMRE would've been questioning why we even bother. Now, the issue has a new lease of life and so do our members - thank you. LMRE is made up from people from all forms of motorsport and we're completely open to new people and new ideas. Feel free to PM me with any suggestions or questions. Thanks again guys. Scott

MEDIA RELEASE Thousands Rally for Lakeside For Immediate Release: 13 August, 2007 Brisbane, Queensland - With only three weeks preparation and a budget of less than two hundred dollars, The Save Lakeside Cruise in Show on Sunday,12 August received over 500 entrants and thousands spectators. Motorcycles and cars of every description poured into Lakeside Raceway to support the Pine Rivers Shire Council's efforts to re-open the landmark circuit. Lakeside Motor Racing Enthusiasts president Ian Milton said, "It's been an outstanding success and we're extremely pleased with the number of local people who've turned up." "It was a very busy weekend for the local motorsport calendar and we're happy with the support even though many clubs couldn't make it due to prior commitments." A phalanx of motorcycles lined the entrance and one of the most eclectic gatherings of road registered and racing cars filled the southern side of the circuit, all the way down to the famous Karrousel corner. Everything from supercharged hot rods to World War Two motorcycles provided the diverse crowd. The event was attended by Pine Rivers Shire Deputy Mayor Bryan Battersby and Councillors Dwyer and Charlton. Cr Charlton said the Council recognised motorsport as a "legitimate recreational activity" and reiterated the council's firm commitment to returning motorsport to Lakeside. He also suggested that other issues had arisen that were affecting the re-opening of Lakeside and that people should contact their local State representatives. Citizens Against Road Slaughter representative Bobbie Henry was well received by the relaxed and attentive crowd. She said, "As a non government funded organisation CARS appreciates the opportunity to meet with car enthusiasts to explain what we do and how we all can help with reducing the terrible road toll. We support the re-opening of Lakeside as a means to achieving that goal." For more information, please visit www.lakesideraceway.com. ### PS: Thanks guys for the effort and support. The day was an unqualifed success, due to your efforts and gets us one step closer to re-opening our track. You guys are Lakeside Legends! For event pix by Bernard Wylie, visit http://www.p-two.net/Lakeside/images.html

Don't worry about the gold course. I've had conversations, but want to confirm some facts regarding why the deal between QR and PRSC hasn't been finalised. When I know, you'll know.

Everyone who particpates in the cruise and/or the show'n'shine must register first. The $2 covers you for the cruise, show'n'shine and entry, if you just want to have a look. You automatically are entitled to everything, but you are not required to do everything. Its all optional. If you want to do just the cruise or both, obviously you'll have to get to the Botanical Gardens early to get your registration fee in. If you only want to do the show'n'shine, just turn up at Lakeside and register and pay there. The cruisers will be expected to arrive around 11am, so if you going this way, then you might want to think about coming a lttle earlier or a little after 11:30am

The cruise is meeting in the car park at Mt Coot-tha Botanical Gardens, which is at the bottom of the hill, where the big glass hot-house thingy is, and the planetarium - that you can see from the freeway. NOT on top at the lookout cafe'. There's also a car park directly across the road from the main entrance of the Botanical Gardens.

BREAKING NEWS - 10/08/07 Chains Off For Save Lakeside Day Brisbane, Queensland - Pine Rivers Shire Council has boldly offered to open the gates of Lakeside Raceway on Sunday, 12 August for the Save Lakeside Cruise In Show. Enthusiasts and shire residents are holding a motorcycle and car parade from Mt Coot-tha Botanical Gardens, which will now finish with a vehicle display on the historic grounds of Lakeside Raceway. Lakeside Motor Racing Enthusiasts is promoting the event to show support for the council's efforts to re-open Lakeside International Raceway, which was originally planned to be held on private land across the road from the historic circuit. LMRE president Ian Milton said, "Whilst we're not on the track, we're very excited to be actually using Lakeside for the show'n'shine, it feels like we're going home!" "Everyone is impressed by this gesture of goodwill and hopes that it is a strong indication that Council is now in a position to deliver a return on investment to ratepayers and allow us back into our sporting facility." When asked why the change of direction from the Pine Rivers Shire Council, Mr Milton replied, "I think that most Councilors understand that the positive economic, social and life saving benefits of re-opening Lakeside far outweigh the negatives and that they will reach directly, or indirectly, nearly everyone in the community." Supporters of Lakeside Raceway have patiently waited nearly six years for the re-opening of their sport's only facility on the north side of Brisbane. Mr. Milton explains, 'It's encouraging to see that the Council understands that they are the current custodians of Queensland's motor racing heritage and future and are prepared to take it seriously." "At times, I feel that we are failing the current generation of kids by not providing any alternative and thereby contributing to the street racing culture in South East Queensland." Track walking tours will be conducted by Lakeside veterans to allow old-hands to reminisce while giving first-timers a real feel for one of the fastest and most technically challenging circuits in Australia. There's free LMRE membership if you live in the recently announced North Moreton Regional Council area (Pine Rivers, Redcliffe, Caboolture). If you are, or have been a Pine Rivers Shire ratepayer it's your track too! If you're coming to the cruise and/or show'n'shine, save yourself some time and hassle on Sunday by getting your REGISTRATION FORM on-line now. SUGGESTED CRUISE DIRECTIONS (for maximum exposure): Depart Mt Coot-tha - East on MILTON Rd (toward City) LEFT onto INNER-CITY BYPASS (immediately after Suncorp Stadium) Exit Inner-city Bypass LEFT (after tunnel) and turn RIGHT onto GYMPIE Rd, North up through Chermside and Aspley onto BRUCE HIGHWAY (toward Sunshine Coast), Exit Bruce Highway LEFT at BALD HILLS/STRATHPINE off ramp North through Strathpine (past Council Chambers) and Lawnton (past Super Cheap Auto), Turn RIGHT at PETRIE ROUNDABOUT, Turn LEFT at NARANGBA RD intersection (Red Dog Servo), North 3 minutes, Turn LEFT into LAKESIDE Rd (golf course), Enter via the LAKESIDE RACEWAY gates on RHS before the end of the road. For more information regarding the Save Lakeside Cruise in Show, please visit www.lakesideraceway.com. ###

Media Release Lakeside Turns On Multimedia Radio For Immediate Release: 8 August, 2007 Brisbane, Australia - People rallying to open Lakeside Raceway on 12 August will have the event live simulcast on local FM radio and globally via the internet by sponsor SpeedFM. Anyone within a 3 kilometre radius of the iconic circuit will be able to tune into the event's live entertainment on channel 88.7 from SpeedFM's on-site mobile radio unit. If you're a bit further away, then you can log in to their website at www.speedfm.com.au with a computer or mobile phone to listen to the broadcast. Lakeside Motor Racing Enthusiasts president Ian Milton said, "Most of the council's past noise complaints about Lakeside were traced back to the old public address system. SpeedFM demonstrates how technology can overcome the need for megaphone style PA systems that indiscriminately blast the noise across the countryside - individuals can simply tune in their car radio, mobile or ipod." Steve Hellyer developed the concept to cater for the growing motorsport market. In addition to its internet radio station, Speed FM packages broadcast radio and DJ services to allow event organisers to deliver on-site music, commentary and even race results to competitors. They also have the ability to receive and make phone calls whilst hosting an event and take them live to air. Mr Hellyer said, "The long term goal for Speed FM is to provide automotive enthusiasts with an informative, yet entertaining source of information, that has been missing in mainstream radio. We eventually aim to have a community broadcasting licence to add to our list of mediums." For more information regarding the Save Lakeside Cruise in Show, please visit www.lakesideraceway.com. If you're coming to the cruise and/or show'n'shine, save yourself some time and hassle on Sunday by getting your REGISTRATION FORM on-line. ###

I knew you guys were out there, this thing could actually be pretty big!

Really good to hear you're coming cause the RX-7 boys reckon their going to have the biggest turnout.

I understand your frustrations, there's always a lot of apathy in all motorsport groups and that's one of the reasons we're so easily defeated by small groups of politically correct nut jobs imposing their lifestyle preferences on others. You'll never get everyone, but we have to get all the hardcore guys to attend. However, one way to get people to get off the couch is to show them the benefits to them of taking action. 50% of the conversations on forums is people complaining about something and on car club forums, its usually about getting fined for speeding, defect notices or general police harrassment. A dedicated facility such as a race track provides instant protection for enthusiasts from all these problems plus actually making the activities safer for themselves, the public and even their cars! NO gum trees to hit on the side of a race track. If Lakeside was to get re-opened, maybe it could become a safe, harrassment-free location for all the "carpark cruisers" to meet! Finally I think your point about most peopl not even reading the post is correct, just look at the thread numbers. So, you could engage in conversation with people you know in other forums and talk to them directly about Lakeside or give out some links to the thread. Just a thought.

You guys are legends!! Lakeside is the perfect track to be flogging aound in a Skyline. Tell your mates, we need all the help the SAU can provide. Clubs from other Nissan models have also been really supportive and see benefits of claiming their northside track back. Scott

Save Lakeside Cruise in Show Sunday, 12 August Want a place where you can drift, drag, race or just drop a burnout without getting fined and treated like a criminal? Then, Lakeside is your place. Cruise and show 'n' shine display of both street and track cars and bikes to show support for the re-opening of Lakeside Raceway near Brisbane. All the motorsport tribes are coming together and we are inviting all Skylines to be represented too! $2 entry fee includes cruise, show 'n' shine and entry fees. Cruise meeting spot: Lakeside Cafe', Mt Coot-tha Botanical Gardens, Toowong @ 9am - Depart time: 10am -- Cruisers must sign event registration at cafe' (parking in lot opposite entrance) Show 'n' Shine: Lot 4, Lakeside Rd, Kurwongbah (opposite the track) @ 11am MAQ Permit # 38442 For more details visit www.lakesideraceway.com