News
| Date | Item | By |
| Wed 22-Feb | Note additional info posted on ride calender re: AGM week-end with additioal rides for the week-end. Also cut off for table reservations for this Saturday night meal at Richlands Tavern is tomorrow anyone not on RSVP list will have to arrange their own booking or just take pot luck on getting a seat on the night. Phone number of the Tavern is 33721433. | Kevin |
| Wed 22-Feb | More nominations for Committee positions have been received. Check them out. We will have to vote this year. | Clint |
| Mon 20-Feb | Nominations for Committee Positions has been updated further. We are now only looking for a Ride Coordinator. Please give some thought to helping run the club. | Clint |
| Sun 19-Feb | February Monthly Meeting Minutes online in Members Only area. | Annette |
| Mon 13-Feb | Nominations for Committee Positions page has been updated. Check them out in the Members Only area, AGM notices. | Clint |
| Tue 07-Feb | For those not at the last meeting, there are now three new selections on the Members Only page. 1. Who's Coming - explained previously 2. Upload Photos. Members can now upload their own photos to the Auswingriders site. Limit is 1MB per photo and our space is supposed to be unlimited. Link will bring up a popup and follow the instructions. Sorry, but it doesn't work with smart phones and pads. Be aware that it collects your ISP's data. 3. View Uploaded Photos As it says. Currently all together, but as we get a few photos on board I will make it so we can select and view a single uploader's photos. Under each photo is a field that shows the URL (web address) of each photo so you can link to it elsewhere on the internet. Have fun and keep it clean. | Clint |
| Sun 05-Feb | New article by Annette from our Australia Day get-together. With piccies. Make sure to click the pics for a much larger version. | Clint |
| Thu 26-Jan | Information about Kuryakyn recall - from Phil Merlo. Summary: Kuryakyn is recalling certain aftermarket passenger floorboard mounts, part number 607005, sold and installed for use on 2001-2012 Honda GL1800 (GoldWing) motorcycles. This mount was sold on Kuryakyn 'transformer' passenger floorboard sets, part number 7005 from September 15, 2008, to present. The floorboard mount may crack and break free from the mounting bolts that secure the mount to the motorcycle. Consequence: The passenger floorboard may separate from the vehicle, possibly resulting in injury or a crash. Remedy: Kuryakyn will notify owners and provide replacement mount kits free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during January 2012. Owners may contact Kuryakyn at 1-866-296-4728. | Clint |
| Thu 26-Jan | Want to know who has registered their RSVP for an upcoming ride? This information should only be available to Members so on the Members section page you will see a new link - Who's Coming? Click that, then select a ride to see who is attending. If you want to join in, you'll need to navigate to the calendar to do your own RSVP. Pssst: This is also handy for if you forgot whether you did an RSVP. | Clint |
| Wed 25-Jan | January Committee Minutes now online in Members Only area. | Annette |
| Fri 20-Jan | Please note change of plans for Australia Day. See calender for changed details. | Kevin |
| Tue 17-Jan | Dinner at Chancellor Tavern - Night Ride What a line up What a great turn up for our first night ride in a very long time, unfortunately at the last minute Deb couldn't make it, still having problems with her knee. We had 11 Wings, 2 Cars, 25 in total I believe, which included 4 guests, Larry and Annette's daughter and grandson, as well as two prospective new members, John and Dee on another Red 1500. An easy ride up the highway, just enjoying the cooler night air and the pleasant ride. We arrived at the Chancellor Taver around 7pm to be met by Ivan and Irene and shortly after by Rusty and Maree (Michele). After a nice meal, Rusty led us on the scenic route up over Buderim, down into Mooloolabah for the usual -Look at Me, Look at Me- drive through the restaurant and cafe area, then along the coastal road headed for Coolum and the usual coffee and/or icecream. It was unfortunate that the Coffee club was just closing and would not stay open despite our numbers, their loss, half decided on Icecream and the other half on coffee at Maccas and some friendly chit Chat. The Ride back was straight forward, with everyone enjoying the views and the crisp night, a few of us stopping at BP South Caboolture for coffee and farewell. Again thanks to everyone for another enjoyable night of companionship and frienship. Eric Thanks to Clint, I have amazed myself and managed to get this into our news section and with a picture even, not sure how to get more pics into this article, but one step at a time. | Eric |
| Wed 11-Jan | Please note change of date for Meet And Greet at Coff's Harbour, Now 25/26/27th of May. Previous date was too close to AGM's, School Holidays, etc and this was then the first available date to allow as many as possible to attend. | Kevin |
| Tue 10-Jan | In a follow-up to the previously mentioned "Meet & Greet"with Interstate Goldwingers, I wish to advise the Following. A date has beeen fixed being the 25-27th of May. We have arranged with our Coffs Harbour members Bob & Fran Miller, who run the Town Lodge Motor Inn in the middle of Coffs Harbour to provide their Motel as the destination. The plan is to meet & greet on the Friday night. If sufficient numbers are there, Fran & Bob may close the courtyard of the Motel and put tables and chairs so we can all interact together. A ride is planned on the Saturday afternoon(to allow time for those coming Sat to arrive, followed by a meal at the Services club across the road on the Saturday Night where there is space to converse later, or alternatively to again retire to the Motel courtyard. Sunday will be pack up and go home time. This is an unique experienced to be part of and the response from down South (The Australian Goldwing Association) is very positive. OK so it is now all up to you, we have had a good Southern response so lets not let QLD down, lets see as many of you as we can at this event. Anyone reading this who is not a member of either of these groups, you are quite welcome to come along and sample the Goldwing groups and you wish to join one or both of these Associations. | Kevin & Morag. |
| Wed 04-Jan | The Australian Goldwing Assoc.has been in contact with me to advise(as was previously mentioned at a General Meeting) that they are having an Australia wide get together at Alice Springs on the week beginning 7th of May to the 13th of May this year. Everyone is of course invited and if anyone is interested, please view their web-site under "Wings in the Springs"and check on accomodation as I believe it is filling fast. I believe this is the first time anyone has tried to run a National get-together of Wings and should be great event. If there is sufficient interest from our group, will try to form an agenda for those wishing to participate. Any further enquiries could be directed to Greg O'Loughan of the AGA who is only too happy to help you out(Again go to their website for his details). Also trying to arrange a get together with the AGA with riders from Sydney, Armidale & Port Macquarie area,will talk to our People in Stanthorpe, also other Chapters's of the AGA if we can arrange this deal. Ideally looking for somewhere central like Coff's Harbour or Port Macquarie, looking at the week-end of 16/17/18th in March to try to avoid Ulysses AGM & School Holiday clash's also, as that always restricts places to stay and increases costs. More on this if we can arrange it, or as news comes to hand. | Kevin |
| Sun 01-Jan | Happy New Year WingRiders | Clint and Charleen |
| Sat 24-Dec | A few more photos from Eric added to the Christmas Party photos | clint |
| Wed 21-Dec | December minutes online in Members Only area | Annette |
| Wed 21-Dec | Two rides from last weekend reported on by Kevin and Morag | Clint |
| Mon 19-Dec | Photostory of Christmas Weekend by Annette posted up. I saw lots of cameras at the Christmas weekend but as yet only Annette has supplied photos. If nothing else, one of the Group Shot would be nice for the gallery. | Clint |
| Fri 16-Dec | Check Your Vin for the Brake Cylinder recall: Full article at http://www.recalls.gov.au/content/index.phtml/itemId/1009001 More info in this article from Motorcycle-USA List of VINs here. Thanks to Mike and Maree for the link. | Clint |
| Thu 08-Dec | Australia Day Breakfast to be re- arranged as the Woodford Hotel has decided not to do breakfast now and had to cancel that option. Now having Breakfast at 8.15-8.30am at The Pancake Manor at Brisbane Rd Newton(Ipswich) Please use RSVP Form if coming. | Kevin |
| Wed 07-Dec | Story by Val and Thommo on Victorian Venture to the Grampians added. | Clint |
| Fri 02-Dec | Slight change to Members Page. I still have a list and some photos of our bikes so might as well display them. If yours isn't there, send me a nice photo of it and I will include. You can update any time with a new photo. | Clint |
| Thu 01-Dec | Story from Val and Thommo on their Tassie Trip. Awaiting photos from the Christmas Party. I'm sure I saw a camera or two there. | Clint |
| Wed 30-Nov | Christmas Party - Ballina A good turn out for this years Christmas function, 33 members in all, unfortunately there were some members who could not make it this year and were sorely missed. The dinner Matt and his staff prepared was once again very good, with plenty of food and variety. Our entertainment provided by Col impersonating Elvis, Buddy Holley and others kept us all amused and enjoying the evening, thanks also to our own Elvis impersonator, Phil for his impromptu performance. To everyone thanks for the great company and frienship over the weekend, shared with good food and the odd drink or two. May have to con Bevan into providing more of his great brew. Thank you all from Deb and myself for the tremendous friendship and comradeship over this last year and for making our club what it is, we hope to see everyone at the December meeting, but if not, have a safe and wonderful Christmas. Eric and Deb PS. Hope we can get a few pics up on the web from the Chrissy party especially the group pics. | Eric |
| Wed 16-Nov | Novembers minutes now online in members area. | Annette |
| Wed 09-Nov | Check our Other Rides page for info on Lockyer and Mt Lindesay Ulysses branch Xmas Toy Runs. | Clint |
| Sat 05-Nov | Info from Grumpy. The bike isn't in good shape. Thank goodness he is on the mend. | Clint |
| Tue 25-Oct | If you were not already aware,Gavin Crabb (Alias- Grumpy) who is one of our latest new members was involved in a accident on his Goldwing while going to work on Monday Morning. He was only 100 Metres from work, when a car did a U-Turn only about 50 metres in front of him, giving him no time to avoid the crash. Result is 7 broken ribs(2 of them in 2 places) along with other injuries including a broken collarbone. His 'Wing is a write-off but fortunately fully insured, which is at least some small consulation. He is unsure how long he will be hospitised and I am sure he would appreciate a visit or a call. Gavin is a very enthusiastic member, rarely missing an event since his joining, so lets do the right thing by him and support him in his hour of need. He is the PA and his phone number can be accessed on the Member's List. | Kevin |
| Mon 24-Oct | October Committee minutes in Members only area. | Annette |
| Sun 23-Oct | Short and sweet report of Social Night at Richlands Tavern, by Kevin and Morag. Also slight changes to MemberList in the Members Only area. | Clint |
| Fri 21-Oct | Ride report Stanthorpe Rider's Run added. With pictures! Annette's photoboard added to the ride report. | Clint |
| Wed 19-Oct | BACA Qld Inc. are hosting the "BREAKING THE CHAINS OF ABUSE" Community Christmas benefit supported by the Moreton Bay Sports Club. Click here for the flyer. | Clint |
| Fri 14-Oct | October minutes now online in members area. | Annette |
| Sun 09-Oct | For Sale:1999 1500 Goldwing SE. As new only 60,800 KLM's Candy Red (same as Larry & Annette's)and for sale at $17,500. Included are:C.B.(Honda & UHF) GPS,Rider's backrest & Floorboards,Chrome Classic Tow-Bar,polished Tappet Covers,Rear rack,good tyres and other accessories. It is an immaculate bike.Rego has expired. Also black Classic Camper Trailer again in spotless condition. Built on The G.T. base which was the largest Trailer Classic made,are no longer in production and are collectors items Asking $8,000. If interested in either of the above contact Kevin for photo's and contact numbers. | Kevin |
| Tue 04-Oct | Social Vacancy:Eric & Deb's Pizza Night has been cancelled due to them having to go to a wedding on this night. So anyone wishing to replace them and take a social on this night,please step forward and contact either Kevin or Eric as soon as you can,Your assistance would be greatly appreciated if you can. | Kevin |
| Tue 27-Sep | Annette's Photos added to Hervey Bay Weekend report. | Clint |
| Sun 25-Sep | Story on Pot Luck dinner at Kevin and Morag's posted. | Clint |
| Thu 22-Sep | New link for Bevan's website and the blog of their Around Australia ride. bradfordsnet.net | Clint |
| Thu 22-Sep | Hervey Bay Weekend story by Kevin and Morag added to Rides. More photos added for Show and Shine. | Clint |
| Tue 20-Sep | Infallible Stress Management Technique Just in case you are having a rough day, here is a stress management technique recommended in all the latest psychological journals. The funny thing is that it really does work and will make you smile. 1. Picture yourself lying on your belly on a warm rock that hangs out over a crystal clear stream. 2. Picture yourself with both your hands dangling in the cool running water. 3. Birds are sweetly singing in the cool mountain air. 4. No one knows your secret place. 5. You are in total seclusion from that hectic place called the world. 6. The soothing sound of a gentle water fall fills the air with a cascade of serenity. 7. The water is so crystal clear that you can easily make out the face of the person you are holding underwater. There! See? It really does work. You're smiling already. Feel free to forward this if you know others who might benefit from this technique. | Eric |
| Mon 12-Sep | September minutes now online in members area. | Annette |
| Sun 11-Sep | Note change of meeting time on Friday morning for Hervey Bay ride, altered from 9.00am back to 8.00am. Other meeting times not changed. | Kevin. |
| Tue 06-Sep | Story on the Carina Show and Shine now online. Anyone got photos? Annette's photoboard added | Clint |
| Mon 29-Aug | Social report of Fox and Hounds night by Trevor posted including photoboard by Annette | Clint |
| Sun 28-Aug | New ride added to calender for next Sunday | Kevin |
| Wed 24-Aug | Ride report added. August Ride by Craig Apparently some photos by JohnG to come. | Clint |
| Mon 22-Aug | CnC are safely in New York Our blog Bradfords blog Plenty of reading to do. | Clint |
| Sun 21-Aug | Latest Committee Minutes are posted. Click the latest link in the Members section. | Annette |
| Sun 07-Aug | August Meeting Minutes now online. | Annette |
| Wed 27-Jul | Added stories and photos from Christmas in July. Story by Kevin and Morag. Story by Val and Thommo. Story by Annette. Photos Thank you to the writers and also the organisers of a great weekend. | Clint |
| Mon 25-Jul | Latest Committee Minutes are posted. Click the Latest link in the Members section. Annette and I took a few photos of Members' bikes last weekend. Click the link near the top of the Members List to see if yours is there. Not there? Send a photo or a link to a photo to me and I'll include it. | Clint |
| Mon 25-Jul | Xmas in July. A huge thank you to Morag and Kevin for all their efforts to organise and setup the weekend as well as special thanks to Gwenda and John for their help with the cooking and the ride on saturday. 27 members and guests turned up and enjoyed a fabulous weekend of riding, good food and very good company. | Eric |
| Thu 21-Jul | More changes to website. Membership list now reads directly from the online database for more immediate updates. Your photo not there? Please send one to Trevor or me for inclusion. You will also notice a link to a list of photos of bikes. Yours not there? Please send a photo or a link to where one may be on the internet to Trevor or me for inclusion. ----------------------------------------------- A new way for selecting Minutes can also be found on the Members Only page. You can select the latest Committee or General minutes, or select a specific record from a list. Minuted prior to 2011 are still found the old way, however this older method is often failing for some members, thus the revamp. | Clint |
| Thu 14-Jul | Good to see 10 Spotlight entries so far. Haven't put yours in yet? Give it a go. Remember the info is for Members only and no one without a password can see it. Click on the Spotlight in the Members section. | Clint |
| Fri 08-Jul | July meeting minutes now online. | Clint |
| Thu 07-Jul | Ride Coordinators can now enter and remove rides from the calendar themselves, saving the double handling of sending to the webmaster then going on the site. This also saves time as they don't have to wait until I get time to upload. Also you will notice the addition of RSVP buttons beside selected rides. These are for the information of the Coordinators and ride leaders when definite numbers are needed for a ride, e.g. for booking purposes. Please assist ride leaders, which may be yourself, by taking the couple of minutes to show you are attending. I've tried to make it as simple as possible with only three fields to fill in. If your circumstances change you can use the form again but with a negative number which will effectively cancel out the earlier entry. Thanks. | Clint |
| Thu 30-Jun | June Committee Meeting minutes added. Spotlight added to the Members Only section. A concept by our new Ride Coordinator. Read about other AWRA Members and put in a little about yourself. Any information will remain in the Members Only area. If you have a photo of yourself online (Photobucket Flickr or even somewhere on Auswingriders, copy the URL (web address) and add that too. Please use responsibly. | Clint |
| Tue 28-Jun | Story from Kevin on the June ride to The Channon. I saw lots of cameras out there so there must be some photos. Send 'em in. | Clint |
| Thu 23-Jun | Letter from our French mates Michel and Christine. They visited a buffalo farm recently and took some photos. Interesting GoldWings amongst them. | Clint |
| Wed 22-Jun | Gino's Restaurant Social Story by Kevin - Photos by Eric. Anyone with more photos, please send them to Clint. | Clint |
| Tue 21-Jun | Happy Winter Solstice. The days start getting longer now. Story by Gwenda and John braving the cold to ride with Hans and others. | Clint |
