Notices

Monthly meeting notes – Date: 6 April 2010

A good turn up tonight with apologies from Brian and Jen – at a show, Chuck and Catriana – on the Eyre Peninsula, Tony Myk, Bob Van Buskirk and Don Eisenhuth – all working and Jenni & Rex Meredith who had other commitments. We had a few visitors tonight also from other branches.

Mail In: - if you want to know more please contact Julie

Yallakool Park Qld – Water level rising celebration offer for accommodation

Steven Peacock, Two Wheel Touring re Wheezy rider round the world trip – www.wheezyrider.com

Pro Holland – Netherlands tours

EZY 2 Wheel – product for aiding with bike moving – Ulysses members – www.ezy2wheel.com.au

Due South Motorcycle Tours – World Cup 2010 Motorcycle Touring

Big Al re branch Christmas party venue

Western Motorcycle re Can-Am Spyder experience

Macarthur Branch re national Memorial Day

Asian Experience Motorbike Tours – newsletter (4 pages so not printed)

Royal Himalayan Tours again

Treasurer’s Report: $1938 in the bank

Quartermaster’s Report: Frances has just got back from Albany and will be following up on shirt orders once she’s recovered.

Guest speaker this month – Garry Hyland came to chat about first aid kits and basic first aid. We have ordered some kits for ride leaders to carry and if members would like one to order one for themselves we have contact details. We are looking at organising a first aid course – please remember that the Ulysses Club does offer reimbursements for recognised courses.

General Business:

Springwood Foundation Day – 27th March

Crowds were down but still gave out lots of information paperwork and a few membership applications.

Thank you to all those who turned up – about 20 odd bikes on display. Franz has kindly put together a DVD of the day so anyone who would like a copy please contact Julie.

Course reminder

Any members interested should put their names on the list for suggested courses so we can look at organising courses. Suggested courses – GPS forum, two way forum, First Aid course or Stay upright course. We need an idea of numbers to start organising.

Bowling Challenge

Date chosen – Sat 22nd May – lanes booked for 5.30 pm with dinner at the leagues club. Please let Julie know if you will be attending before 15th May - julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Social

Dinner at Lawson Pub is organised so please RSVP to Kathy before 16th April – 4751 4031 or kathy.waugh@bluemountains-ulysses.com –– ordering from the menu not a pre organised menu.

Do members have any ideas for socials – if so please pass on your ideas to a committee member.

Ride information

Members are reminded that we have a mid-week ride that leaves Blaxland Maccas at 9 am every Wednesday with the destination decided on the day.

Robert is now our head ride co-ordinator so anyone with ride ideas, feedback or changes should contact Robert - robert.stanton@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Photo Competition
A suggestion was made to run a branch photo competition so we have made up a criteria for a competition to run from April to September – details available on Criteria sheet which will be sent out with this mailing.

Newsletter – Brian has offered to have a go at putting together a quarterly newsletter – hopefully with input from members re ride reports and photos, as well as member’s business advertising, special interest spots etc. Members are encouraged to send stuff to Brian such as ride reports, bike reviews, gear reviews, GPS or communication system reviews. Please send to brian.gore@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Other Stuff

The committee is looking at getting a projector and screen to show photos during the meeting or for particular movie shows – this will allow those members without internet access to see the numerous photos etc that are on the web site.

General meeting Notes – Date: 2nd March 2010

A smaller meeting tonight as many were on their way to Albany. Bruce joined us tonight after transferring to Glenbrook RAAF from Darwin.

Apologies: Chuck & Catriana – on the road again, Don Eisenhuth and everyone going to Albany

Mail In:
Extreme Design Clothing – reminder about Ulysses discounts and not at AGM
Big Al – Rocky Horror night April 17th – www.bigalsclubhouse.com.au for more info
Ken Lovegrove – re support for St Johns & the blood bank challenge – reminder about motorcycle first aid courses for Ulyssians
Moree Muster – 30th April to 2nd May - http://www.ulyssesclub.org/branches/cottoncountrycruisers
Pens’ Courage to Change – riding Australia for Quest for Life Foundation – sponsors, donations and riders welcome, details on her web site - http://penscouragetochange.com.au/
NATCOM minutes
Bike Between the Boards – Oberon – 3rd & 4th April. Bike rally organised by the Leagues Club
Royal Bike Riders – tours through the Himalayas - http://www.royalbikeriders.com/leh-ladakh.htm
Brewarrina – invitation to visit – renowned for the 40,000 yr old aboriginal fish traps.

Treasurer’s Report: $1993 in the bank

Quartermaster’s Report: the latest shirt order arrived including long sleeve shirts but some shirts were not included. We are chasing up those that were missing.

General Business:
Springwood Foundation Day – 27th March
This is a great day where we tell the general public about the Ulysses Club. In previous years we have handed out lots of information packs and gained several new members.
We need: Two people to carry the flag in the parade
Members to man the stall and bikes for display & parade
Members are welcome / encouraged to attend if they can even if only for an hour

Bowling Challenge
From Hawkesbury branch for end of May – Sat 22nd May – TBC

Socials
Social has been added to the calendar for April 23 at Lawson Pub – RSVP to Kathy by 16th – 4751 4031
Looking at establishing a regular breakfast meeting - weekly/monthly at a suitable venue – if members know of one please let a committee member know.

Also looking into perhaps using the branch BBQ trailer at a local park and following with a ride.

First Aid Course
Looking to organise a first aid course – specifically the Motorcycle first aid course. The Ulysses Club may reimburse part of the payment for this course.

First Aid Kits
Kits to be provided for regular ride leaders (including Wed) for the duration of the ride calendar. Kits to be returned at each ride co-ordinators meeting and handed over to the incoming ride leaders.

Upcoming rides:
Australian Motorlife Museum Sat 7th Mar– Kembla Grange - ride leader Franz Garde - 0427 830 712 – bring lunch or BBQ facilities available

Masterpieces Tour 13 – 14th Mar – overnighter to Canberra to the National Art Gallery and War Museum – Ride leader Brian Gore – 4739 8015 – 7.30 am start

Taralga Sat 20th Mar – Heading west to Taralga pub for lunch – ride leader Kathy 4751 4031 – Please note the day change on this from previous calendars.

Other ideas the committee is looking at –

An annual photo competition with prizes
Hold a GPS forum to help new owners get the most out of their toys
Hold an intercom/radio forum to help members set up their systems
Arrange Stay Upright refresher courses
Establishing a branch identity (similar to Nepean's braces and coon skin hat) for formal occasions – Brian asked for colour pictures or photos for the next meeting from members.

Fine Money
The suggestion was made that we buy String Alarms for the BMDAMH hospital – these notify nurses when elderly or sick patients get out of bed – often hurting themselves or getting lost.
The committee has agreed to purchase these alarms and present them to the East Wing Staff.

Jacket & Jumper
A bike jacket and a BMW jumper have been kindly donated to the branch by Kathy and Phil. These items will be put up for sale/auction. If you are interested in making an offer please see a committee member.

If members are interested in the First Aid Course, Stay Upright Courses, GPS or Two way forums please let a committee member know as we are creating a list of those interested to get an idea of numbers.

General meeting notes - Date: 2^nd Feb 2010

A pretty good turn up considering the weather. No new faces but lots of regulars, including Chuck & Catriana in their bright fluoro green Ulysses RV shirts - Jenny Meredith was very jealous.

Apologies: Michael Moore, Richard Mason, Sue & Andrew

Mail In: If you want more info please contact Julie - 4782 4331

Shorty Dunstan re truck to AGM change

Survive the Ride Easter egg ride - Sun 7^th March. Glenbrook starting point, $10 per rider

West Forever Harley Tours re 2010 tours

Frankland River Winemakers - progressive Lunch tours - info and booking form

NATCOM minutes with note for Hugh’s Oz Blue Ribbon Charity Ride - 22^nd March

Coffs Capers - 21 - 23 May

AGM share accommodation - Albany Holiday Units

Port Stephens Meet and Greet - 14 - 16^th May

Treasurer’s Report: $2155 in the bank, still following up on the donation of fine money.

Quartermaster’s Report: now taking orders for the BMU long sleeve shirt, if you want to order one please contact Frances - 4758 6712. The order will be going in this week to try and get the shirts back in time for those going to the Albany AGM

Elections

A new committee was elected tonight after a discussion on what committee members actually do - thanks to Chuck for chairing the election process.

New Committee:

Name	Position	Phone	email
Julie Hawkins	Secretary & Branch contact	4782 4331	julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com
Kathy Waugh	Treasurer	4751 4031	kathy.waugh@bluemountains-ulysses.com
Frances Hill-Murray	Quartermaster	4758 6712	frances.hillmurray@bluemountains-ulysses.com
Brian Gore	Committee member	4739 8015	brian.gore@bluemountains-ulysses.com
Jim Hill-Murray	Committee member	4758 6712	jim.hillmurray@bluemountains-ulysses.com
Sue Hall	Committee member	4757 2226	sue.hall@bluemountains-ulysses.com
Andrew Hall	Committee member	4757 2226	andrew.hall@bluemountains-ulysses.com
Robert Stanton	Committee member	4757 2352	robert.stanton@bluemountains-ulysses.com
Mark Benton	Committee member	4758 6696	mark.benton@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Thanks to Bill for his contribution to the branch for the last twelve months who was unable to re-stand due to work commitments.

General Business:

2010 AGM

Venue for the AGM has changed for those planning to attend - Frances has the paperwork with this information for those going to Albany

We wish all those going a safe trip

Springwood Foundation Day - 27^th March

Members needed to man the stall, display their bikes and take part in the parade. Come for a couple of hours or come for the day - any time you can give will be greatly appreciated.

Set up from 7.30 am - finish 4.30pm

This is a great day to spread the word about the club - last year we gave out around 45 information packs

Rides

Combined Branches ride - Feb 7^th - with Nepean and Hawkesbury - to O’Connell Pub for lunch via Bells Line - it would be great if members attend - leaving Maccas Panthers at 8.30 am. If you want to be collected along the way please contact Alan Gilks - 0247 35 1722 mob 0428 351 722

Canberra Masterpieces Tour - 13-14^th March. Visit the National Gallery to see art from the Musee d'Orsay in Paris including Van Gogh, Gauguin and more. Flyer is attached. If you are interested and want more details please contact Brian - 4739 8015

The ride calendar can be found on the Main Ulysses website, the Yahoo forum and the BMU website

Guest Speaker

Jim has organised a guest speaker - Dr Alan Griffiths (Dr Bones) Orthopaedic Specialist - arranging for him to be at May meeting.

Anything Else?

Socials - the suggestion was made by members that we bring back the social nights - not every month and not necessarily at a members house. Alternate between venues and perhaps have one every couple of months.

It was also suggested that breakfast or lunch socials could be arranged

The committee has been discussing this and is planning to put socials back on the calendar.

Website - Questions were raised about the website not being updated for long periods of time, the ride calendar being outdated and links that don’t work. Daryll has been on holiday and has been busy at work. Updates also rely on members sending items to Daryll for the website. Some members said they had sent items through but they had not been put up.

Concerns were raised about the workload being too much for Daryll and perhaps someone else could help.

Suggestion was made to move the site back on to the main Ulysses site for new members to access rather than having to go off site - many other branches are doing this now. It was suggested that this puts us back under the Ulysses Club banner where we should be.

Concerns were raised about the website being the public face of our branch and the fact that if it’s not updated it presents us as a branch that is not active.

Several suggestions were put forward and consensus was that the committee should look into it.

It was also suggested that members can post their own ride reports and photos to the Yahoo forum - if you have not joined this and would like to let us know and we will send you an invitation. Contact Julie - hawkeyes@netspace.net.au or Robert - rstanton@ozemail.com.au

Meeting notes - Date: 5th Jan 2010

Not a bad turn up for the first meeting of the year. Two new members this month - Steve and his BMW and Alan and his Suzuki, we hope we made them feel welcome.

Apologies: Brian and Jen - still travelling and Frances.

Mail In:

Missing Link Café Movie tickets - Bells Line Rd, open Wed & Sunday, movies on Sunday - have a bundle of tickets for anyone interested

Eric Baldwin - three day ride to Nabiac museum - more details to come

Wellington Hotel - offering accommodation - lock up garages

Truck to AGM - working out final details so if you want to be included contact Shorty ASAP - 0408157116 or 02-63378343 or shortdrill@hotmail.com

Howmans Gap YMCA - accommodation offer

Asian Experience Motor Bike Tours - Tibet and Vietnam tours - http://www.asianexperience.com.au/

Moree Muster - April 30 - May 2 - reminder

Money in the bank: around $2000 - Kathy forgot to check so fine no.1

Quartermaster’s Stuff: None this month as Frances was not attending

Ride calendar -

Due to various requests new starting points have been included on the new ride calendar so please check these to make sure you go to the right place. Some rides have different starting times so check that too.

New Starting points: (note these are the ride leader’s choice so please check the calendar)

North bound - Winmalee Caltex Servo

West bound - Medlow Bath - outside the Hydro Majestic - fuel available at the United Servo

Other destinations: Blaxland Maccas

Calendar will be available on the BMU website, it is available on the main Ulysses website under ride calendars and in the BMU Yahoo forum.

Elections - reminder to members about our Feb elections. - Bill not restanding, everyone else willing to stand but will step aside if others want to have a go. If you are interested but not sure about what’s involved please feel free to ask a current committee member.

Ulysses AGM 8 - 15th March - for those going and planning to camp Jenny Meredith is organising a group booking for Blue Mts and Nepean members so anyone camping needs to get a copy of their registration form to Frances to be included.

Bikers for Boobs
If anyone would like to join the last leg of this trip to raise money for Breast Cancer they will be passing through the mountains from Orange to Lithgow on Jan 18th

They are asking for a minimum donation of $30 to ride with them - more details are available on their web site - http://bikersforboobs.com.au/

Anything Else?

There is a problem with the Secure server on the main Ulysses Web site so please be patient if trying to register for the AGM, buy gear or renew membership - hopefully will be fixed soon.

At the moment snail mail is the best way.

Meeting notes - Date: 1st Dec 09
A small meeting this month with no new faces but some we haven’t seen for a while.
Scott and Collette won the $150 Christmas hamper raffle - congratulations and enjoy.

Apologies: Brian and Jen - in Vietnam and Don Eisenhuth
Mail In:
NATCOM minutes
Kidbiker - kids mesh jackets available
Top Rider - advanced training course at Marulan - 28th Nov - Qld based
Bikers Australia toy run - 13th Dec
Asian Experience Motorbike Tours
Eric Corby - Immobilisers
Elite Campers - Christmas special
Camden Valley Inn - Seafood and soul Saturday nights
Welcome Pack from Esperance
Treasurer’s Report: $3410.10 in the bank
Quartermaster’s Report: Rugby top sample has arrived orders to be taken from January - Warren Eccleston did a great job of modelling for us.

General Business:
Xmas party - 51 attendees - numbers have to go in this week so if you haven’t RSVP’d and want to do it now - reply to this email or ring Julie - 4782 4331
There will be a lucky door prize of a Christmas hamper to the value of $75
Ride calendar meeting -
New ride calendar has been worked up with some ride leaders still to be confirmed. Franz has provided a collection of booklets for places to ride to or visit which was very helpful.
Three overnighters were included - Canberra, Forbes and beyond and Mogo.
Also a combined branches ride with Nepean and Hawkesbury 7th Feb- details to be confirmed - possibly heading south.
The new calendar will be available on the BMU website, on the main Ulysses website under ride calendars and in the BMU Yahoo forum.
Web site - there were some major problems with Smarty Host so site has been down for a while.
Site is back up with some updates still to be fixed. The ride calendar currently shown is wrong - this should be corrected shortly.
Elections - don’t forget about our Feb elections. - you must be a financial member to be on the committee.

Ulysses AGM - for those going and planning to camp Jenny Meredith is organising a group booking for Blue Mts and Nepean members so anyone camping needs to get a copy of their registration form to Frances to be included - frances.hillmurray@bluemountains-ulysses.com
Frances & Andrew will represent the branch at the extended NATCOM meeting

Please Remember that we have a January meeting on the 5th

Wishing everyone a stress free, relaxing happy Christmas and a merry new year - please ride safe and we’ll see you next year.

General meeting notes - Date: 6^th Oct 09

Tim and his Goldwing and Nicki with her Suzuki joined us for the first time tonight - and they copped a fine - hopefully we didn’t scare them too much.

Apologies: Adriaan Winton and Richard Mason

Mail In: - for more info contact Julie

Natcom minutes with new members handbook

Visitors pack from Denmark Chamber of Commerce - WA not Europe

Macarthur branch toy run - 6^th Dec

The Gong MS Bike-a-thon - 1^st Sun in Nov - need motorcycle marshals - if interested contact Julie

West Forever Harley Tours - latest ride info

Trail Directors - info on riding the Himalayas in 2010

Downunder Biker - new website with 5% discount across the board for 6 months - use code Ulysses09

CC-Leather-Rider - having a meet & Greet - Nov 29^th - Lake Munmorah - 10 - 40% off sale - free sausage sizzle

Ladies only garage party - Sys Harley Davidson Moorebank

Thank you from Big Al for support of show and shine - raised $2000 for UCARF

Treasurer’s Report: $2685.04 in the bank

Quartermaster’s Report: The new Ulysses Multi tool has arrived - even has it’s own battery. New style ladies polo shirts are on the way.

General Business:

Resignation - Adriaan has decided to resign from the committee - effective immediately due to work commitments. Members are happy to leave the position open until our elections in Feb.

Xmas party - Lawson Pub Sat 12^th Dec

33 attendees so far - contact Julie to put your name on the list - RSVP by Dec meeting. We will have two hampers - one for the meeting raffle and one as a lucky door prize at the xmas party.

Fine Money

Are there any local charity groups that could use the funds for actual benefit and not administration? If members know of a local charity that will benefit can they let the committee know. We would also like to get local media to attend for the handover.

6 hour race - Nov 22. - Robert has put his hand up to organise this so watch this space.

Ride calendar meeting - Wed Nov 18 - date change due to activities at the club

Meet in the main bar area - come early and have dinner if desired - dinner 6 pm meeting 7.30 pm.

Anyone who wants to put forward ride ideas or be a ride leader is encouraged to attend. The calendar is usually set for six months.

Guest speakers

We are working on organising some guest speakers for next year so if anyone has a suggestion please see a committee member so we can arrange it.

Suggestions so far: Woolerina; A Chiropractor to have a talk on managing back pain

Molong motorcycle Awareness ride - Sun Oct 25^th

This ride is to raise awareness of motorcycles in the Central West so as many bikes as possible are encouraged to take to the road and head to Molong (just past Orange) where there are lots of events happening. Weather permitting Ron leaves Medlow Bath at 8.30 am to ride to Molong the back way.

Reminder for anyone wanting to transport bikes to Albany to put their name on the list.

Museum Ride Awards – Brian presented several awards to those who went on the Museum Ride weekend which made for a fun ride report.

General meeting notes – Date: 4th Aug 2009

A couple of new faces this month with a bigger turn up than last month.

Apologies: Daryll & Jenni – in Darwin, Gary Baker – in Townsville, Peter Hemphill – unexpected guests.

And apologies from me for being late with the paperwork – it’s called daughter moving to Forbes.

Mail In: for more details please contact Julie

Long Ride 2010 Prostate Cancer – May 2010 to Darwin

Honda Rider’s Club track days – Eastern Creek & Phillip Island – Nov/Dec

Blue Liners Touring Motorcycle Club – Tumut Charity Ride – Sept 12 – 13th

Macarthur branch – Memorial ride Sun 13th Sept & Toy run – Sun 6th Dec

Mr Mobile – special offer on Bluetooth intercom headsets – to order see http://www.mr.mobile.net.au/

Xtreme design sale – official supplier of Ulysses logo on apparel

Treasurer’s Report: $2700 approx in the bank

Quartermaster’s Report: New stock includes braces, wallets, key rings. For more info or to order items please contact Frances - 4758 6712

Xmas in July – 25th July

Thanks to Andrew & Sue for their effort – great night and great turn up.

Xmas Party – Sat 12th Dec

3 course dinner at Lawson Hotel at $20 per head. Flyer included with this mail out.

Bookings must be made for catering and we will take bookings from now – contact Julie – 4782 4331 or hawkeyes@netspace.net.au

Historical Conditional rego

A list of members with these bikes is to be sent to the RTA – via the Ulysses Club – for confirmation of conditions being met. Members with these bikes are asked to provide details to the committee so a list can be created.

Details needed: Name: Contact Number: Branch: Bike details: Rego number

6 Hour Production Race

The last ever race at Oran Park is the 6 hour Production race for motorcycles – Nov 21 - 22.

The committee believes that this should be added to the ride calendar – cost is $35 per head entry or $25 motorcycle riders & students. The event runs over two days with the main race on Sunday – this is the day for the planned ride.

The organisers are also looking for officials – details can be found on the web site - http://www.the6hour.com.au

Museum Ride – Oct long weekend

Final flyer is available so bookings can be made. Please let Brian know if you are going - 4739 8015.

This was a great ride last time – 3 days riding with two motorcycle museums, great company and great fun.

Branch History

Our branch history is underway so any members that wish to have their recollections included should forward them to Julie. Thanks to Chuck and Colin for their input.

Thanks to all who attended

General meeting notes – Date: 7th July 2009

A smaller meeting tonight – must have been too cold for some. Wayne McNaughton from Mt Riverview was the only new face but there were a couple of old ones we haven’t seen for a while like Driz and Ron Howard.

We had apologies from Albert & Coz, Adriaan and Martin and Marion.

Mail In: If you want more info please contact Julie – 4782 4331

Thunder Rally paperwork – Nundle – 9 -11th Oct

West Forever tours for 09/10 – 70th Anniversary run to Sturgis

Natcom minutes for May 09 – cheque for membership refunds, donation acknowledgement and receipt

Australian Superbike Championships 7 – 9 Aug – looking for volunteers to assist at Eastern Creek – trackside and paddock.

Treasurer’s Report: approx $2608 in the bank

Quartermaster’s Report: the latest shirt order should be back next month – there was a problem with staff leaving. We are also looking into having a rugby style jumper made. Badges will be ordered very shortly so if you want one please contact Frances - 4758 6712

Xmas in July – 1.30 pm, 25th July

Please let Andrew or Sue know if you plan to attend – RSVP by 19th July - 4757 2226

Have about 30 attending so far for a two course dinner with a Christmas theme – cost $15 per head

This event will be held at Blue Mist Lodge – Sue & Andrew’s guest house – not the Blue Mist Café in Wentworth Falls

Xmas Party – Sat 12th Dec

Lawson Hotel will be the venue for the Christmas party – in a private function room

Cost: $30 per head for 3 course dinner – club to subsidise $10 per head so actual cost to members is $20 per head (cost does not include alcohol)

Flyer will be available at August meeting

Museum Tour 09 – Oct 3 - 5

Brian has this well in hand and is putting in a lot of preparation.

Flyer is available so anyone going can start making bookings – this will be sent out shortly and be placed on the BMU web site.

This was a great trip last time even with small numbers.

For anyone not wanting two nights away the ride can be joined or left at Gloucester on the Sunday.

For more info or to register your interest please contact Brian 4739 8015

From the Natcom mail

Members joining on Learner’s permits – accepted conditionally upon the applicant obtaining full licence within 12 months.

Branch History

It has been suggested that branches build a record of their history which can be included in the club history. Chuck Coull has agreed to put together a history of how our branch began but if anyone else want to put in their recollections of the branch beginnings please send them to Julie.

Thanks to all who attended.

General meeting notes – Date: 2nd June 2009

Another good turn up this month with several new members:

Phil & Shana from Medlow Bath with a Triumph Bonneville

Paul & Kay from Mt Riverview with a Honda CBX 1000

Noel & Helen from Leonay with a BMW GS1200

Ian & Cathy from Blaxland with a Ducati Sport 1000

Apologies: Thomas – in Qld or in a plane somewhere, Gary Markham – working, and Daryll & Jenni Lundie

Mail In: - want more details contact Julie – 4782 4331

Vietnam Veterans – Long Tan Day – Murrurundi – 15th Aug

For the love of the bike – Mt Vic – 7th June – at the Imperial Hotel

Natcom minutes for April and the AGM with Albany booklet

Old Bikes Australia – addressed to President Andrew Hall re subscription offer (out of date)

Treasurer’s Report: $2218 in the bank

Quartermaster’s Report: New products this month – toiletries bag, wallet, trailer number plate holder, headsox, belts & buckles and a hip flask.

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Reminders

Want to order a magnetic or clip name badge? The more orders we get the cheaper they are – order will be going in next month so get your name on the list

Club shirts – available for order at any time with or without a name.

Want Ulysses gear – order through the branch and help raise branch funds.

Contact Frances to order – 4758 6712 or email – frances.hillmurray@bluemountains-ulysses.com

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Xmas in July – 25th Jul

Social lunch at Sue & Andrew’s place – roast with the trimmings and Christmas pudding

RSVP by 19th July to Sue or Andrew – Ph: 4757 2226 or email andrew.hall@bluemoutains-ulysses.com

Flyer has been emailed to those on our email list and included with this mail out for those without internet.

Ride Calendar –

New ride calendar now ready and will be up on the web very shortly

Rides & socials

Rider’s choice has been added for Sun of the long weekend – meet at Maccas 9 am on Sun morning and decide where to go

We need a ride leader for the Bathurst ride on Sat 20th June if someone wants to put their hand up.

Museum tour is going ahead for the October long weekend – Tamworth & Nabiac. Brian is organising so if you’re interested please let him know – brian.gore@bluemountains-ulysses.com Flyer should be available at next months meeting.

Xmas Party – Sat 12th Dec

Need to start thinking about the Xmas party so the committee is looking into options but welcome ideas from members. The suggestion was made for something different this year but if everyone is happy to stay with the hall, caterers and juke box the committee will start organising.

If anyone has any other ideas please put them forward so the committee can look into it.

If an outside event is suggested please remember that we need to consider the weather conditions – 40 degree heat and blowing a gale in previous years.

Bike Jacket Auction - donated by Michael Dale
Jacket was won by Alan Sanderson for $400. Money to be split 50/50 between branch and UCARF

AGM DVD
Received from Channel nine showing AGM parade – about 10 – 15 minutes – this was viewed at the meeting. If members want a copy please contact Julie – 4782 4331 or email hawkeyes@netspace.net.au

Ride safe and see you next month

General meeting notes – Date: 5th May 2009
Apologies: Adriaan and Brian & Jen Gore

New Members: new members this month –
Don with his R65
Alan with his Harley something
Greg with his Triumph and wife Nicki with her Bonnie
Don and his Ducati

Mail In:
Glen Innes Branch – meet & greet – Beardies Festival – 6 – Nov
Shorty Dunstan – transporting bikes to Albany – details below
Alf Lechner – Adventure riders Rally – Tiboburra – 18 – 20 Sept
Fraser coast odyssey reminder – 5 – 8 June – Maryborough
Mat Mladin Imports open day – see below
Treasurer’s Report: $2208 in account.
Quartermaster’s Report: A reminder about name badges so we can order next month.
Bowling Wrap up
We lost and it seems Hawkesbury are gloating about it too!
We had a good turn up – 18 bowling and several supporters.
Thanks to all who attended for making it another successful night.
2010 AGM Early days but –
Anyone interested in transporting bikes across to Perth – plans are in the works for transport from Bathurst.
To help get the idea up and running we need an idea of numbers to work out pricing etc. 19 bikes per load - $1100 return or $550 one way (pricing at this point)
We have also been asked about organising rides across etc. – we are planning to put together a list of everyone going with dates and itineraries so members don’t have to travel alone. If you are willing to let other people travel with you please let us know.
Ulysses Green slips
Reminder about green slips from Deb Monoghan – gets members a Ulysses fleet discount so check the prices for your next renewal – www.monaland.com.au
Deb also gets a commission on renewals – have been asked several times if this is the case.
Ride Calendar meeting –
Tues 19th, 7.30 at the Sports Club
Need more ride leaders and ride ideas so come along and put your ideas forward
Rides & socials
Reminder about the Coonabarabran ride – 16th & 17th May. Let Martin & Marion know if going
We have no ride for the long weekend – Nabiac moved to Oct long weekend. If anyone wants to put their hand up to take a ride now would be a good time.
BMU Yahoo forum
The forum was started to give members the availability of direct contact with other members to organise rides, put up photos, ride reports etc. It has not had much use lately so the suggestion has been made that it should be closed down. Another round of invites will be sent out to new members to encourage its use and to see if the number of members using it increases.
Suggested Socials
Aussie Christmas in July – Sat 25th July at Sue & Andrew’s place (TBC). Enough members seem interested so this will be added to the calendar. Flyer to come.

A night at Big Als with Hawkesbury Branch on Sept 26th for Karaoke and a BBQ. Details to come.

New warehouse for bike gear.
Mat Mladin Imports, currently a wholesaling operation, is to begin selling direct to the public and is offering substantial savings on an extensive range of motorcycling apparel and accessories.
Mladin's is putting on a big promotional weekend and the Macarthur Branch will be running a BBQ on both days. However they have also agreed to open the warehouse for Ulysses Club members on Saturday 16th May, 1 week prior to the public access.
Details:
Sat 16th May 9am to 12 noon
Sat and Sun the 23rd and 24th May 9am to 5pm both days
72a Topham Rd. Smeaton Grange. Gregory's map ref 479 B6

Member in Hospital
Peter Knight - known to many who attend the Wednesday rides – has had a serious accident and is in Nepean Hospital intensive care. Anyone who is in the vicinity please feel free to drop in and say hi as he will probably be there for some time.

Ride safe

General meeting notes – Date: 7^th April 2009

Apologies: John & Dorothy, Warren & Gallina, Kim & Jenny Kennerson

New Members: We had several new members this month –

Doug & Michelle form Yellow Rock – rides an Interceptor or a Yamaha

Karen from Yellow Rock who rides a trike

Ross & Karen from Hawkesbury Heights with their Hyosung

Brett & Carol from Katoomba – another BMW

Neville & Sue from Katoomba and their Yahama

Ray & Vicki from Leonay with their Yamaha

Kevin & Terry from Glenmore Park with yet another Yamaha

Scott and Collette from Springwood with a Suzuki.

Look out BMWs the Yamahas are taking over – well soon anyway.

Mail In:

Tablelands Way thank you

Moree Muster reminder – 1^st – 3^rd May

Port Stephens meet & greet reminder – 15^th – 17^th May

Treasurer’s Report: $1900 in account and we now have our own gazebo purchased with funds.

Quartermaster’s Report: Anyone wanting to order shirts should see Frances. We will also be looking at putting in a new name badge order next month so if you want one please contact Frances – 4758 6712. These are the magnetic or clip style with names and logos.

Meeting location

Tonight was our first meeting in the new venue and it was impressive. We even had our own bar. Several members had dinner prior and reports were good.

If you would like to join the club the cost is $10 per year with benefits such as meal discounts etc.

The dining room is open every night so dinner is available before our monthly meetings if desired.

2009 AGM –

Thanks to all who volunteered – couldn’t have done it without you.

From feedback received the majority had a good time and went home happy

Nepean Branch has invited all volunteers from BMU & Hawkesbury to a thank you lunch at Llandilo Hall on Sun 18^th April 12 noon. This is a catered event so numbers are needed. RSVP to Julie before 15^th. Please note that this is for all volunteers – whether you did 4 hrs or four days – as long as you volunteered you are invited.

Springwood Foundation Day – 4^th April

Thanks to all who attended. Not as many this year – the weather probably put people off. We had about 18 bikes for the display and parade.

Once again a great day – only rained lightly once and the place was packed. We gave out 42 information sheets, 34 calendars and 17 membership forms

New laws relating to motorcycle clubs

NATCOM has requested that if any member is approached by the media for a comment on this please ask them to contact NATCOM. In no way should personal views, thoughts or ideas be put forward as this can be misconstrued as club policy.

Rides & socials

Lunch at Tarana pub – Easter Sat – 11^th Apr – meet at the pub at 11.45. If interested in a ride prior see who is going. If it’s raining we forgive you for taking the car. Some members are meeting at Wentworth Falls Service station at 10 am for a ride out.

Bowling Challenge with Hawkesbury – Sat 18^th April – 4 pm at Windsor Bowl in Ham St then dinner at Sth Windsor Leagues Club – need numbers so RSVP Julie before 15^th April

Coonabarabran ride – 16^th & 17^th May. Let Martin & Marion know if you’re going – 4754 3283. A 7 page itinerary is now available.

Key Cutting – anyone with coded security keys can get copies made at Lock Logic in Katoomba – he has a cloning machine. Contact no.: 02 4782 2296

Ride safe and we’ll see you out there.

General meeting notes – Date: 3^rd Mar 2009

Apologies: John & Dorothy, Chuck & Catriana and Sue & Andrew

Mail In: - want to know more – contact Julie – 4782 4331

West Forever Harley Tours for 2009

Drake – bikes through a bar – April 17 – 19

Asian Experience motorbike tours – tour prices

Rutherglen Hotel – Cofields wine dinner – Sat 28^th March

Fraser Coast Branch Odyssey – June 5 – 8 – Maryborough

Motorbikes and things – web site up and running

Tablelands Way update

welcome to Penrith from - Official Mayoral welcome, O’Donohue’s Pub, Nepean Belle

Blue Ribbon Ride – Sun 5^th April

Ladies for Prostate night – Sat 28^th March –Wetherill Park

Macarthur Branch Show & Shine – 4^th April – Menangle

NATCOM minutes

Treasurer’s Report: $2785 approx in bank

Quartermaster’s Report: Shirt order is in

Meeting location

April meeting will be in the new Sporting Club in Macquarie Rd. We have been advised by Veronica that this is so – supposedly going in on the 4^th March.

Springwood Foundation Day – 4^th April

Have been given 3 stalls again in same spot

Set up will be from 8 am finishing at 4 pm

Parade details to be confirmed

Rides

BBQ ride to Ben Chifley Dam – Sun 8^th March – there are no shops so you have to bring everything

Bowling Challenge with Hawkesbury – Sat 18^th April – 4 pm at Windsor Bowl then dinner at Sth Windsor Leagues Club – need numbers so let Julie know if you are going – 4782 4331

Coonabarabran – overnighter, 16^th & 17^th May. Accommodation at Acacia Motor Lodge – 6842 1922 to book a room under Blue Mountains Ulysses at $115 inc cont breakfast. Please let Martin & Marion know if you are going – 4754 3283

2009 AGM - 11days to go

We need final numbers for:

camping sites in BMU group booking
numbers for Fri & Sat night dinner

Please let Julie know if you haven’t already. If your name is not on the list below please make sure it gets added as quickly as possible.

Volunteers are still needed – if you can help please fill in a volunteer form or contact Robyn Cullen – 02 4573 1319

If you are planning to take part in the Grand Parade please contact Julie to find out what’s happening.

Meeting notes – Date: 6th Jan 2009

We had one new face tonight and I had to apologise for Ron – he was home fixing our computer that decided it didn’t want to play any more – hence the delay in getting these meeting notes out.

Mail In:

Born to Be Wild Motorcycle Exhibition at the Lewers Gallery in Emu Plains – this is celebrating the motorcycle in Australia and will run from 31st Jan to 4th April and will coincide with the Ulysses Club AGM Event. This is a free event so please support the gallery.

Summer Blood Challenge – remember to add your name to the motorcyclists list when donating – police are ahead at the moment

Ulysses New Zealand AGM – 20th – 22nd March 2009 – for anyone going to New Zealand at that time you are welcome to attend.

Tablelands Way Take Two – 28th March 2009 – this is an all weather event this time. They are still going to try for a record number of bikes so mark it on your calendar.

Treasurer’s Report: approx $1858 in the bank after Xmas.

Quartermaster’s Report: New club shirts are in and ready to be collected. Orders are being taken. There are specials on white t-shirts with large or small logos. Contact Frances for details – 4758 6712

Christmas Party - Thanks to all that attended and made for another great night.

Feb meeting is a BBQ meting from 7 pm

Committee Elections – Feb meeting

Current committee members are willing to restand, but are also willing to move aside if someone new wants to take a position.

There is one vacant position that needs to be filled.

Anyone with questions about being on the committee can contact a committee member for details.

Ride calendar meeting

Ride calendar meeting – 7.30 pm, 13th January at the SAD Club

If you have a suggestion or idea but can’t make it please pass it on to a committee member.

2009 AGM

11 weeks to go! Have you registered yet?

Don’t forget about early registration draws - Classic Trailer – before 19th Dec – Drawn at Fri dinner

- Triumph – before 30th Jan – drawn at Sat dinner

Members must be in attendance to claim the prize.

Don’t forget to order merchandise and book in for Fri & Sat night dinners on the registration form.

Anyone registered for camping needs to give me a copy of their form so I can add them to our group booking

Volunteers are still needed so please fill out a form – a couple of hours would be greatly appreciated.

Anyone wanting to help with entertainment at team level please contact me – 4782 4331

There are some special deals happening for the event such as tours, river cruises, museum entry etc. These can be found on the AGM website – www.ulyssesclub.org/agm2009

Anyone planning on test rides there are new dress rules that will be enforced by some manufacturers. You must wear:

an approved helmet
A full sleeve protective jacket
Protective gloves
Long pants
Enclosed footwear
Protective goggles or eyewear if wearing an open face helmet
Australia Day Stall at Penrith Australia Day Festival – Mon 26th Jan. Bikes and members are needed to help out so if you can please contact Peter Bernard – 0414 392 138. This is to help spread the word about the Ulysses Club like we do at the Springwood Festival and to promote the AGM Event.

BMU Website – there have been some problems accessing the site but Daryll assures us it is fixed now and will be updated ASAP.

General meeting notes, Date: 2^nd Nov 2008

No new members tonight to embarrass.

Apologies: Robert – in Perth, Chuck and Catriana – travelling, Thomas – interstate, Wayne & Janelle.

Thanks to Andrew for his wonderful job on the BBQ.

Mail In: - contact Julie if you want to know more

Port Stephens Meet & Greet - 15/16/17 May 2009

Triple O Card Brochures – emergency contact service just in case – www.triple0card.com.au

Big Al’s Clubhouse Xmas Party – Sat 20^th Dec $5 per head sausage sizzle

NATCOM minutes for Sept – including Members handbooks 2^nd ED.

Tableland’s Way update

Motorcycle gear – Central Coast – www.motorcyclegear.com.au

The Victoria Hotel – motorcycle club offers

Blood challenge – runs from Dec1 till end Feb 09

Treasurer’s Report: $3800 in the bank

Quartermaster’s Report: Received sample 25^th Anniversary patch from Admin. Any Christmas orders have to be in before 10^th Dec

Christmas Party – Sat 13^th Dec

Currently have 31 attending – if you want to go don’t forget to book.

Jukebox is organised so karaoke is a go

RSVP by the Dec meeting at latest as we have to give the caterers the final number.

Shirts –

Samples were well received but there was discussion about keeping the original shirts – black, cream and grey. New samples will be made up hopefully for the next meeting (Dec)

2009 AGM

This is progressing well and members are reminded that they do need to register to attend.

Will have Patricia Lasman, a member from US camping with us so hopefully we can help her enjoy her stay.

Work on decorations for the hoekker will start soon – anyone interested in helping a working bee has been organised for Nov 19 (Wed) & 29 (Sat) from 10am till 4pm. If you would like to help please contact Robyn Cullen – 02 4573 1319 or getabouts@optusnet.com.au You will need to bring lunch if you plan on being there all day, as well as a paintbrush (2” or whatever you have). Hands are needed for painting, cutting out shapes (with power tools) and anything else associated with the decoration creation.

Still looking for any maps for self guided rides, or organised rides if you are willing to lead.

Still need volunteers – forms are available

Ride calendar change

Patonga ride Sun 16^th Nov –– Andrew has offered to lead as Marion is unable to do so

Mudgee Ride – 22/23 Nov

Motel is almost full – had one room left as of Tues 10 am. Anyone else booking may have to take the second option of the Wanderlight Motel.

Bus is booked - $35 per head

Dinner will probably be at the RSL Club.

Please let Julie or Ron know if you are going and haven’t already done so – 4782 4331

Anything Else?

Daryll informed everyone of the new free parking for motorbikes and scooters in the Sydney CBD. Riders must still obey time and designation notices.

Ride safe and maybe we’ll see you next month

General meeting notes – Date: 7^th Oct 2008

Tonight we welcomed Tim & Sonya who ride a trike.

Apologies: Peter & Jan Bernard , John & Dorothy – travelling the Great Ocean Rd, and all those still coming back from Phillip Island

Mail In: - for more info contact Julie – 4782 4331

NATCOM minutes for Aug

St Marys Festival update due to rain – Ken Graham Nepean Branch – anyone interested in taking part in the parade – new date 11^th October leaving Maccas Panthers at 11.30 am

Renaissance Rocking Horses – open weekend – Oct 11^th & 12^th – Pitt Town Rd, McGraths Hill

Bathurst 12 Hour – 21^st 22^nd Feb 2009 – motorcycle displays and Club displays

Telstra Child Flight Odyssey – 25^th Oct – Asquith to Muswellbrook

Bundanoon Motel – accommodation Ulysses special offer.

Tableland’s Way update

Treasurer’s Report: $3362.67 in the bank with Christmas to come out.

Quartermaster’s Report: Frances showed off the new neck warmer – there were a few suggestions as to where else this could be worn. There were a few items on special so contact Frances if you want to know more.

Christmas Party – Sat 13^th Dec

We would like to remind everyone about the Christmas party and that we are taking payments now. Need to RSVP by Dec to attend. Also anyone wanting to donate for the Christmas hamper please bring your items along to the next meeting.

2009 AGM reminders – Just a couple of reminders:

There are no day passes – registration cost has to be paid whether for one day or the week.

Shirts and AGM merchandise should be ordered on the registration form to avoid disappointment

Anyone willing to lead an organised ride should start putting their itinerary together and working up maps so they can be put up on to the AGM website

Anyone with maps and suggestions for self guided rides should also put these forward.

Anyone wanting to volunteer needs to fill out a volunteer form

Help will be needed with filling welcome packs, decorations etc – will advise details when available

Ride calendar change

Cowra ride – Sat 25^th Oct –changed to Wollombi run with Andrew

Ride reminders –

This Sunday – Rockley for a BBQ – BYO meat and stuff. Meals also available at the pub – Ron & Julie 4782 4331

Pink Ribbon Ride – Sun 19^th Oct from Hornsby RSL, leaving Maccas at 8.30 – don’t forget to have something pink in plain view.

Molong Motorcycle Awareness Ride – Oct 26th

Beardies Festival – Nov 7^th - Glenn Innes

Mudgee – Nov 22 overnight – please let Julie know if you are interested in this one for an idea of numbers

Newsletter – Adriaan needs items for the newsletter from anyone – tips, how tos etc.

Shirts – have sent designs away. We will need to decide on the design at Nov meeting – only one design will be selected and anyone not in attendance has to accept the majority choice.

General meeting notes – 2^nd Sept 2008

We had a couple of new members this month, Eric from Faulconbridge and Warren and Galina from Wentworth Falls. Our Quartermaster and Treasurer sent their apologies along with Thomas Rostig and Greg Petley

Mail In: - for more info please contact Julie - 4782 4331 or julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com

St Marys Festival Sat 6^th Sept – anyone interested in taking part in the parade should contact Ken Graham - 02 4739 1176

The Victoria Hotel, Rutherglen – accommodation for anyone going to Phillip Island

Motorcycle Network – very good site with lots of info for motorcyclists - www.mcnetwork.com.au

Reminder about Ulysses Memorial Ride - 14^th Sept - leave Narellan Macdonalds at 10.30 am for a ride to Cordeaux Dam for a short service for those who have ridden on followed by a BBQ provided by Macarthur Branch

Treasurer’s Report: - $3800 approximately in the bank

Quartermaster’s Report: - Neck warmers have been ordered in two different styles.

General Business:

Christmas Party – Sat 13^th Dec

Our Christmas party is organised and a flyer is attached to this mail out. Cost is $10 per head for a catered spit with the trimmings as per last year as well as the Jukebox/karaoke.

RSVP – by the Dec meeting at latest - Julie - 02 4782 4331 or julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com

We would like to build a Christmas hamper for the Dec meeting and a small one for a lucky door prize at the Christmas party. Members are asked to make a donation of any non perishable items, chocolates, or anything else that might be suitable. Please bring items to the Nov meeting if possible. We have done this in previous years with great success so please help make this one a success as well.

2009 AGM

Registration forms are out - there are prizes for early registration - prior to 19^th Dec a Classic Trailer and prior to 30^th Jan 09 a Triumph motorcycle. These are drawn at the Fri and Sat night dinner and you must be in attendance to win.

Anyone wanting to put up a tent – whether staying on site all week or not – will have to register for camping. We will look into setting up a camp kitchen if enough members are staying on site.

Anyone volunteering needs to fill out a volunteers form – this puts them in the draws for prizes.

There are no day passes – registration cost has to be paid whether for one day or the week.

Shirts and AGM merchandise should be ordered on the registration form to avoid disappointment

Fri & Sat night dinners must be booked with registration

Anyone willing to lead an organised ride should start putting their itinerary together and working up maps so they can be put up on to the AGM website. Anyone with maps and suggestions for self guided rides should also put these forward.

Anyone wanting to put bikes, memorabilia or anything else into the Lewers Gallery show should let the Gallery know ASAP as they want to have their list made up by September. Contact Ann Loxley - 02 4735 1100.

New ride calendar

Calendar from Sept to Jan is now up on the web and includes two BBQ rides and an overnighter – with a possible overnighter to Cowra.

There is a proposed weekend ride to Luskintyre in Feb to have lunch with the Tiger Moths – thanks to Peter for bringing new ideas to the ride calendar meeting.

Coonabarabran ride is not on due to regular ride leader going to Phillip Island.

Suggestion has been made to utilise the BBQ trailer more so we are going to look into that. Maybe look at having a Xmas in July somewhere using the BBQ trailer.

Pink Ribbon registration forms are available for anyone planning to go on the ride - there are prizes for early registration. This year the ride starts from Hornsby RSL

Shirts

Three designs have been selected by the committee and we will be having samples made, hopefully these will be ready for the Nov meeting. Men’s shirts will have pockets and women’s will be more shaped with smaller sizes available.

Cancer Council Relay for Life - honouring the lives of cancer survivors and their carers

Kevin Stapleton presented information about the Upper Blue Mountains Relay For Life which is happening on Nov 15 - 16 2008. The idea is to form a team for an overnight walk around the track at Katoomba Falls Reserve to raise money for cancer research. There will all be entertainment and refreshments. For more info about forming a team or sponsorship contact John Hugo - 02 9354 2005.

Meeting Notes 5^th Aug 08

We had a couple of new members and guests this month along with a good turn up of members. Bill did an excellent job of turning the snags - we did warn him that if he was too good he would end up with the job permanently. Daryll put together a slide show of the Forbes ride for us to watch.

Mail in - contact Julie for more info

Natcom Minutes and 2009 AGM Volunteer form

Invitation to the Ulysses Memorial Ride – Sun 14^th September

Call for help – Penrith Regional Gallery & the Lewers Bequest (see more details below)

Motorcycle Marshal Volunteers – MS Society bike ride (bicycle) Sun 2 Nov 2008

Thunder Rally registration form – 10^th – 12^th Oct 2008 at Nundle

Drink vouchers from Camden Valley Inn and the Mean Fiddler

Tablelands Way update

Grenfell Poker Run - 20^th Sept

Glenn Innes Meet and Greet in conjunction with the Beardies Festival - 7-9^th Nov

Motorcyclenetwork.com – anyone interested in joining their network

Treasurer’s report - We have approximately $3793.19 cents in the bank.

Quartermaster’s report - Anniversary shirts will be available again soon so if you wish to buy one please contact Frances. There is also a new neck wrap available that fastens with Velcro and hangs inside your jacket (some said like a bib)

General Business:

Shirts

We are looking for new shirts and plan to have them ready for the 2009 AGM. If anyone has any ideas or contacts please let a committee member know. We are looking for something with a bit of class with men’s and women’s designs.

Ride Calendar Meeting – Aug 12

A meeting to put together the next ride calendar will be held on Aug 12^th, 7.30 pm SAD Club. If members are unable to attend but have ideas let a committee member know.

To help with the calendar organising a suggestion has been made to gather information about members interests so we can organise socials / events / rides around them. If you have a specific interest you would like to put forward please pass it on to a committee member.

AGM 2009

Volunteer forms are now available for those wanting volunteer. All names will be added to a database with the area you wish to work in. (a form will be sent with this mail out)

We need ride maps for self guided rides and ride leaders for organised rides - contact Greg Petley, Julie or Robert.

Penrith Regional Gallery are putting on an exhibition Born to Be Wild – the motorcycle in Australia to coincide with the AGM. This will run from 31 Jan to 4 April 2009. There will also be a display in the Joan Sutherland Centre during the AGM Event.

They are asking for anyone with motorcycles, motorcycle memorabilia or art who is willing to lend their items to the Gallery for the duration of the exhibition to attend a meeting to be held on Sat 9^th Aug 2-5 at the Gallery. Or you can contact the gallery to let them know you are interested in helping out.

Newsletter

Contributions are needed. Anything members want to contribute is welcome - how to, tips, interests etc. Submissions should be in before 12^th Aug. Please send articles to Adriaan - adriaan.winton@bluemountains-ulysses.com

General Meeting Notes 1st July 08

Apologies: Thomas

New Members / guests - Anthea & Marco Ferdinandi are from Italy and are applying to stay in Oz, they are avid riders and showed us photos of their unusual bike. They are looking forward to becoming part of the Ulysses family.

Mail in: (want more info contact Julie)
Tablelands Way launch Oberon/Taralga - going for Guinness book of Records for most motorbikes from one club - need 2000 bikes - camping and entertainment for those who want to make a weekend of it. Sat 29th Nov

Les Drake - needs help with handling a sidecar

Invitations to -
The Adventure Riders Rally - 10 - 11 Oct 08 - Mytrleford
Mid North Coast Branch 20th Anniversary - 24 - 26th October 08 - Valla Beach
Darwin Odyssey 2008 - 5 -7 Sept 08
Ivanhoe Wines Estate - weekends or day trips
Treasurer’s report: $3679.99 in the account

Quartermaster’s report: We now have short and long sleeved t-shirts with the large Old Man logo on the front.

General Business:
Forbes Overnighter - 12/13th July
John Webb has put this together and he needs to know numbers ASAP for the BBQ lunch and accommodation. Flyer is available on the BMU website - www.bluemountains-ulysses.com

Committee Member resignation
Tony Myk has had to resign from the BMU committee due to other commitments. An invitation was presented for any member present who wished to join the committee but there were no applicants. Members at the meeting agreed that the committee should continue with eight members until the next election.

AGM - Townsville - wrap up
Heard the stories from those who were there such as lost keys, lost glasses that were actually left at home, cracked wheel and flat tyres.
In case you haven’t heard - the National Committee didn’t change.
2011 AGM went to Newcastle Lower Hunter
There were 3700 attendees.
Best sales of the event - Rising Sun Honda - $1.1 mil - sold 13 Goldwings, 6 camper trailers and carried out services all week almost working 24 hrs a day. Well done to them
Local BMW dealer didn’t want to get involved with AGM but still sold 4 BMWs.

AGM 2009 - Penrith Valley
It’s getting closer - now under 9 months away. The Registration form will be in the next Riding On. Things will start to move quickly now so think about getting involved.

Anyone volunteering should get their name to Robyn Cullen so she can add you to her database - getabouts@optusnet.com.au - or phone 0245 731319. A volunteer’s form will soon be available on the 2009 AGM Event website - http://www.ulyssesclub.org/agm2009/
Anyone wanting to work at team level should see Julie or Robert to find out more - Julie needs team members for entertainment and ceremonies.
Julie also needs about a dozen people who are not afraid to make absolute fools of themselves - this is a hush hush mission so only apply if you can cope with it - think fishnet stockings and short skirts (either sex).

Ride Calendar Meeting - Aug
Will need to have another meeting to set the ride calendar as the current on finishes in Aug - date to be advised.
Anyone with ride suggestions or interested in leading a ride should let a committee member know or attend the meeting when organised.

Beardies Festival and Tablelands Way launch to be put on ride calendar
Pink ribbon Ride - 19th Oct 08
Registration is open - first 450 get a special badge.
Leaves from Hornsby RSL Club then Pitt Town for the checkpoint

Changes to Road Rules - just in case you haven’t heard
Any passenger carried on a motorbike must be 8yrs of age or older - unless in a sidecar - 3 points $243 fine
Rider of motorbike must not ride with an animal on the fuel tank (unless on a farm and less than 500 mtrs) 3 points (four in a school zone) $324 fine ($405 in a school zone)

Next Meeting - Aug 5th - is a BBQ meeting starting at 7pm for a sausage sizzle followed by the meeting at 8pm.

General Meeting Notes 6^th May 08

We had a couple of new members - Heather, Katie & Eric and guests from Nepean Branch.

Apologies came in from Adriaan, John & Dorathy and Daryll & Jenni.

Mail in:

NATCOM meeting minutes from the previous two meetings

Delegates for AGM Townsville

Volunteer request for Townsville

New Version of the RTA Handbook for Motorcyclists

Reminder about the Moree Muster

The Inaugural Alpine Run - Thredbo - for anyone interested in Hot Rods - May 16 - 18

Mt Victoria Train Weekend - 24 & 25 May

Treasurer’s report: Approx $ 3500 in funds

Quartermaster’s report: The long sleeved anniversary shirts are almost sold out but a new version is available in short sleeve. The small Ulysses flag finally arrived - small enough to tie on your bike - or anywhere else you can think of.

General Business:

Springwood Foundation Day - Wrap up

Thanks to all who attended it was another good day - Daryll’s little green machine drew a lot of attention and I’m sure he turned a few heads riding it up from Blaxland.

We had about 24 bikes in parade with most of those on show

We gave out about 20 information sheets and several membership forms

AGM - Townsville - 26^th May - 1^st June

Airport Shuttle Bus Townsville - If you are flying in to Townsville arrangements have been made for the Airport Shuttle Bus to take you from the Airport to Riverway. However, you must ring 1300 554 378 or (07) 4775 5544, at least 24 hours in advance to made a booking. The cost is $15.00 per person.

Bill and Frances are to represent Blue Mountains at the Extended NATCOM meeting.

For members going there is a contact list available to carry with you.

Meeting notes for June may not be sent out as the Secretary will be in Townsville.

The Quartermaster will not be at June Meeting so there will be no stock for sale only raffles

2009 AGM Update & Introduction of AGM Committee

Peter Bernard gave an update on what’s happening with the 2009 AGM and introduced those committee members in attendance. Richard Mason is the latest Blue Mountains member to join the team as Treasurer and Tony Lauer is on board as Security Director. He also showed us the shirts that have been approved and they got the nod of approval.

Penrith Council have given us $35,000 in cash and $60,000 in kind donations, NSW Tourism have given us a $3,000 donation.

Excitement is building and things will really start happening after Townsville.

Peter thanked Blue Mountains for their support and on going commitment.

The ride calendar

Seven people attended the meeting for this so thanks to those who took the time.

A ride calendar has been put together for the next 3 months with some changes so please check starting times and starting points

With four ride leaders in attendance it was difficult to organise a ride calendar and keep everyone happy.

A new idea for Rider’s choice is being trialled - meet at Mountain Blue Springwood or Mountain High Pies Wentworth Falls for coffee and decide on a ride for the day or just have breakfast and go home.

If the lack of interest in the ride calendar continues we may have to cut back club rides to two a month.

Bowling with Hawkesbury - 27^th April

We won!!! again

Julie was the only female bowling from our branch so thanks to the ladies from Nepean for making up the ladies team.

Thanks to the other bums who showed up and Tony’s sons and the Nepean members who padded out the numbers.

Newsletter

Editions are a little behind - Adriaan has been extremely busy - but the next edition should be out soon.

Please send any hints, tips, ride reports or anything else to Adriaan for inclusion.

General Meeting 1^st April 08

No new faces this month but a couple of visitors from Nepean.
Apologies: Thomas who is in Adelaide and John & Dorothy.

Mail in:

Brass Monkey Rally - 3^rd May at Rydal - Backbeat playing

Island Bikes - discount offer for bikes in Tassie

Vietnam Veterans Day - Murrurundi - 16^th Aug

Tourist Hotel Wagga Wagga - wants to encourage Ulysses members to stay

Moree Muster reminder

Motorcycle Gear - sale catalogue

Eastern Creek - invitation to join them for dinner at the Major Oak on July 5th

Treasurer’s report - approx $5025.34 in the bank with $1500 raised from Trivia night to go to UCARF

Quartermaster’s report - New products this month - Ulysses Silver Anniversary shirt - good quality denim shirt with silver logo - $30 (lots of takers on this one), Canvas carry bag, flat stubby holder, bottle opener, plastic key rings, bike badge & mouse pad with gel support.

General Business:

Trivia Night wrap up

We raised - $2804.50 - $1500 going to Arthritis
Number of attendees - 96 paying - 10 sponsors - 24 no shows

Next year will be in late April because of the AGM in Penrith - was suggested that we hold it as part of the AGM - will look into it. Certificates - to be presented to those in attendance on tonight

Springwood Foundation Day - Sat 5^th April

Setting up from 7.30 - 8 am, day ends at 4 - 4.30 pm - come and put your bike on display, help on the stall and let the general public know about the Ulysses Club.

Parade starts at 1pm (hour later than usual)
Club will provide soft drinks and water for those attending.

AGM - Townsville - 26^th May - 1^st June

A list of members going and contact details is available - those who haven’t put their name on the list should contact Julie if they wish to be included.

Meeting to organise the ride calendar - 7.30pm 15^th April at the SAD Club

Meeting for anyone interested in helping to put together the ride calendar for the next six months - if you can’t attend but have an idea please contact a committee member.

Need more input - can’t have rides if not on the calendar

Need more ride leaders / tail end Charlies

Change to Ride calendar - Entrance Ride on April 20 changed to Rider’s choice - Ron & Julie unable to take the ride.

April Social - Jim’s Birthday - 26^th April

Frances needs to know ASAP if you wish to attend - 4758 6712

Bowling with Hawkesbury - 27^th April

Sun 27^th April - RSVP 21^st April - Julie, 4782 4331

10 am Windsor Bowl with lunch in Windsor

Still need numbers - so far have six members attending - Hawkesbury will definitely win at this rate.

Ulysses Club elections in Townsville -

Members not going to Townsville are reminded that they are still able to lodge a postal vote. Want to have a say in who manages the Clubs affairs for the next twelve months then contact Helena the National Secretary, either by:-
e-mail: secretary@ulysses.org.au fax: 08 87 258322 or

mail - PO Box 9569, Mount Gambier West SA 5291

or contact Ulysses Admin - 1300 13 4123

There are two candidates standing for President this year so if members want to have a vote they should arrange to get a postal vote. Resumes of the nominees can be found in Riding On or on the Ulysses site.

Next months meeting is a BBQ meeting from 7pm with the general meeting starting at 8pm.

Meeting Notes - 4th Mar 08

There were no new faces this month but we did have apologies from Chuck - still in Esperance and never coming home so it seems and Daryll who was held up at work.

Mail in: (want to know more contact Julie)

Asian Experience Motorbike Tours

Billy Kaylock - accommodation package, High Plains Lodge

Splash for cash - sponsored swimming to raise money for deaf and blind children

Hobart Apartments - Tassie accommodation

Helena Gritton - congrats to the new committee

Diane McCallum - Sydney Branch - Bush Bash to Lithgow, Blood challenge update, Sydney St Patrick’s Day Parade

Springwood Foundation Day - stall placement

Treasurer’s report: Approx $2498.84 cents in funds

Quartermaster’s report: Frances will order some Ulysses 25th Anniversary commemorative shirts to have on display and will be re-ordering popular items. We now have riding shirts available. If you wish to place an order please contact Frances - 4758 6712

General Business:

Trivia Night - 15th March

Our Sponsors list is growing and we have some great prizes on offer this year.

Anyone who plans on going and hasn’t booked a seat should contact Julie ASAP - 4782 4331

Don’t forget to pick a theme and dress up your table.

Springwood Foundation Day - 5th April

Stalls are booked - same place as last year so anyone who wants to help out please come along - we need bikes for the display during the day and for the parade - leaving an hour later this year at 1 pm.

Club will provide soft drinks and water for those attending.

Anyone who is not riding can still help out by manning the stall and carrying the banner in the parade.

SES has been notified to allow bikes to pass through the barrier on Greenway Lane after the problems last year.

AGM - Townsville - 26th May - 1st June

Members going to Townsville please come along to the BBQ lunch at Martin & Marions on Sun March 9 (this Sun) - about 12ish, 21 Falkland Rd, Winmalee. BYO meat and grog.

We are aiming to discuss routes, plans etc and make up a list for phone numbers.

For members not going we will have rides on the calendar - we may need ride leaders so anyone willing to put their hand up should attend the following meeting -

Meeting to organise the ride calendar - 7.30pm 15th April at the SAD Club

The current calendar ends in May so a new one has to be created for the next six months.

Anyone who wants to suggest a ride, lead a ride or have a say in what goes on the calendar should attend this meeting. Rides cannot be added to the calendar if they are not suggested or provided.

If you have a suggestion but can’t attend please forward you suggestion to a committee member.

April Social - Jim’s Birthday - 26th April

Frances has invited members to Jim’s 50th birthday so please let her know if you will be attending - BYOG but no cost for food - 4758 6712

Bowling with Hawkesbury - 27th April

Sun 27th April - RSVP 21st April

10 am Windsor Bowl with lunch in Windsor

We need numbers for lane booking so please let Julie know if you will be attending - 4782 4331.

This is a fun event with a bit of friendly competition between branches - we’ve won at T-ball so now we need to get the trophy for bowling.

Ulysses Club elections in Townsville -

Members not going to Townsville are still able to lodge a postal vote. Want to have a say in who manages the Clubs affairs for the next twelve months then contact Helena the National Secretary, either by:-
e-mail: secretary@ulysses.org.au
fax: 08 87 258322 or

mail - PO Box 9569, Mount Gambier West SA 5291

There are two candidates standing for President this year so if members want to have a vote they should arrange to get a postal vote. Resumes of the nominees can be found in Riding On or on the Ulysses site.

Anything Else?

Robyn Bogart is holding an Australia’s biggest morning tea to raise money for cancer on May 25th. $10 for all you can eat. Contact Robyn for more details - 4758 8938

Peter Bernard - 2009 AGM Co-ordinator, thanked Blue Mountains Branch for their support of the Meet and Greet and their eagerness to be involved with the event. Things are now moving forward at a faster rate so anyone who wishes to get involved should let Julie or Robert know or contact the Directors through the AGM web site.

Robert filled us in on the Mogo Zoo ride which was a very good weekend by all accounts and worth doing again.

Kathy told us how she got everyone lost on her first ride as ride leader - wasn’t her fault the roads were closed for an event.

Kim Kennerson told us that we didn’t win the Qantas National Tourism Award but we did get a commendation - not many were given out so a good result.

Thanks to those who attended and those who didn’t maybe next month.

Monthly meeting notes - Date: 5^th Feb 2008

The rain held off and the BBQ was a success as usual - thanks to Brian for the organising (not to sure about the apron!). Had a couple of apologies from Chuck in WA and Alan Holley and a couple of new faces - Steve and Cliff who both ride Boulevardes.

Mail In: if you want to know more contact Julie

Natcom Minutes for Nov

Volunteer forms for Townsville AGM

Updates from Deborah Monaghan re Ulysses green slips - more in general business

Alan Gilks, Nepean Branch - flyers for weekend trip, Abercrombie Caves

Nimmitabel Blues Festival - 2^nd Feb

Bundanoon Motel - offering group accommodation

Moto Adventure Tours Tasmania

Sydney Branch re Bike Biz Bushfire Brigade Bash - Sun 9^th Mar

Moto Mayhem at Oran Park - 24^th Feb

Ride for Daniel - Sunshine Coast June 8^th - for those going to Townsville

Sherry Robertson - AGM accommodation

Burrendong Blast - 8^th March - Variety Club bash at Mumbil

OZ Trikes - 23^rd Feb - having an open day to introduce Elite Camper sales.

Treasurer’s Report: We have approximately $2200 in the bank.

Quartermaster’s Report: - nothing new but if you want to place and order please contact Frances - 4758 6712.

Stuff you might like to know:

2009 AGM Meet & Greet - 16^th & 17^th Feb

What’s happening - A gathering for those interested in finding out what’s happening with the 2009 AGM.

Time: Meet at Panthers Exhibition Pavilion at 2 pm for a site walk around.

Dinner in Flavours at 6.30 pm - there are about 70 attending so if you want to sit as a group you might want to get there early and get a table.

BBQ brekkie by the Nepean River - 8.30am Sun at the Nepean Belle departure point car park - Daryll Lundie has kindly agreed to take our BBQ trailer down.

Need definite numbers for dinner and brekkie by 10^th Feb - contact Julie - 4782 4331

Flyer available on the BMU web site

Mogo Zoo Trip - Sat 23^rd & Sun 24^th Feb

Weekend trip to Mogo Zoo to feed the animals and put them to bed and then have a BBQ dinner at the Zoo.

Accommodation is at the Monarch Hotel Motel in Moruya - 02 4474 2433

Please contact Robert as he needs numbers by the 17^th Feb - 4751 2549 or 0402 858 795 or email - rstanton@ozemail.com.au

Flyer available on the BMU website.

Trivia Night - Sat 15^th Mar

Sponsors so far - Woolerina, Motohansa, Daryll Lundie, Julie - 3 Gen Creations, Sue Hall, Eva Gaddes - The Pretty Peacock at Mt Victoria, OzeMoto, Mal & Kathy Waugh, Kerry Manning - Holier Than Thou

Tables booked so far - 13 - we have 31 coming from Hawkesbury, also members from Mudgee, Sydney and possibly Hornsby and Orange so come on BMUs get your tables or seats booked so we’re not outnumbered.

We do need more sponsors and prizes - anyone who has a sponsor or knows of a possible sponsor please contact Julie or let a committee member know.

We have one meeting left before this event.

Ulysses Greenslips -

Due to redundancy Deborah had to start her own company to keep the deal going so anyone who has sent their information through since the Dec meeting will need to contact Deborah to make sure she has your details.

Phone: 02 4577 8507 or ulyssesctp@optusnet.com.au or visit their web site - www.monaland.com.au

In order to keep the discounts offered we do need to keep the numbers up so make sure you contact Deborah as the many members are saving money on their greenslips.

Springwood Foundation Day - 5^th April

Stall is booked so please come and support the club.

We will be in the usual spot outside the Post Office with access via Greenway Lane.

We need to purchase a new branch gazebo/marquee so if anyone knows of any good deals please let a committee member know. We plan on buying a good quality one not an el-cheapo.

More on this next month

Ride Calendar Changes

Orange Ride - 16^th Feb to be rescheduled - replaces the run to Bulga on Easter Sun

Bowling with Hawkesbury - Sun 27^th April

Date is set - booked for 10am

Windsor Bowling Alley followed by lunch in Windsor - perhaps at the Macquarie Arms or in the park.

More on this next month.

Townsville AGM - 26^th May to 2^nd June

Martin & Marion have offered their home as a meeting place for those going to discuss itineraries, routes etc. BYO snags and drinks for a BBQ lunch -

12 pm or there abouts - Sun 9^th March

21 Falkland Close, Winmalee

Contact Martin or Marion if you want to know more - 4754 3283

Membership renewal dates - we still have a lot of blanks so if you haven’t given Julie your renewal date yet please contact her on 4782 4331 or email - julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Social Event - 26^th April - Jim’s 50^th birthday.

Frances is organising a party and members are invited at no cost.

Please let Frances know if you will be attending - more details available next month but just giving prior notice so you can mark it on your calendars.

Fine collection - it was decided that funds raised from fines will be given to local Neighbourhood centres to aid with their wonderful work. The first to receive our current funds will be Winmalee Neighbourhood Centre.

If anyone knows of any other local charity or volunteer group that could do with a bit of help please let the committee know and we can add them to our list of possible recipients.

Branch Elections

We have a new committee after the elections tonight:

Julie Hawkins - Secretary - julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com 4782 4331

Kathy Waugh - Treasurer - kathy.waugh@bluemountains-ulysses.com 4751 4031

Frances Hill-Murray - Quartermaster frances.hillmurray@bluemountains-ulysses.com 4758 6712

Jim Hill-Murray jim.hillmurray@bluemountains-ulysses.com 4758 6712

Adriaan Winton - Newsletter Editor adriaan.winton@bluemountains-ulysses.com 4739 3854

Tony Myk tony.myk@bluemountains-ulysses.com 0411 488 442

Brian Gore brian.gore@bluemountains-ulysses.com 4739 8015

Bill Strotz 4754 2778

Andrew Hall andrew.hall@bluemountains-ulysses.com 4757 2226

General Meeting Minutes - Date: 4th Dec 2007

We had three new members tonight, Steve, John and Karon. Phil and Daryll snuck in the door after the meeting started and thought they wouldn’t be noticed. Deborah Monaghan from All Class Insurance Brokers also attended.

Mail In: - if you are interested in any of these items contact Julie - 4782 4331

Paperwork from NATCOM - minutes etc.

Brochures from Deborah Monaghan re Ulysses green slips - more in general business

Tallangatta Rally

Touring Specials from Due-South Motorcycle Tours - South Africa

Alan Gilks, Nepean Branch - flyers for weekend trips, Snowy Ride, Mogo Zoo

Damien Codognotto - annual blood challenge

Biker’s Australia Toy run - 9th Dec

Charity run - Western Sydney Choppers - 16th Dec

Treasurer’s Report: we have approx $3137.35 in funds with cheques to come out for Xmas expenses and web hosting.

Quartermaster’s Report: The new Windcheater has arrived - a good quality garment that replaces the sloppy Joe - priced at $26. Robert did a good job of showing off our stock but had no sales.

General Business:

Xmas Party

This was a great night, shame for those who missed it. We had a jukebox and Karaoke, the hall was excellent as was the food. Everyone who attended had a great time. Thank you to all who assisted with the organising.

Membership Check -

We have been asked by NATCOM to check current financial member status at a branch level. Can members please check the renewal date of membership (on back of Ulysses Card) and forward it to Julie for branch records - 4782 4331 or julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com Those who were at last night’s meeting should have already done this on the form that was sent around.

Trivia Night

We would like members to get involved wherever possible, try and seek out sponsors and to book seats early if planning to attend - seating limited to 250 max.

Sponsors letter and package is available for anyone who knows of a sponsor or needs one to give out.

Flyer has been sent out to other branches and is available from Julie

We need to start organising this as there are only two meetings before the event

Ulysses Greenslips -

The Ulysses Club has managed to get a group/fleet discount for Green slips in NSW through All Class Insurance Brokers P/L.

Apparently members are saving quite a bit of money so maybe worth checking when greenslip is due. Deborah Monaghan attended last night to fill us in on what it’s all about. If you forward your information to Deborah she will send you a quote one month before your greenslip is due. We have brochures available for anyone interested. All Class are also offering the chance to win 1 of 5 free greenslips by requesting a quote. Deborah can be contacted on 1800 780 222, or you can check out the website - www.allclassinsurance.com.au and follow the Ulysses link.

Branch Elections

Members are reminded that our elections are held at our first meeting back. Anyone thinking about standing for the committee must be a financial member of the club. If you wish to nominate someone please let Julie know or make sure you attend the Feb meeting. Robert will not be re-standing. Nominations received: Julie (willing to re-stand) - nominated by Margaret Rae, seconded by Stephen Rae

Feb Meeting is a BBQ meeting

2009 AGM Meet and Greet - 16-17th Feb 2008

There will be a site walk around on Sat then dinner at Nepean Rowing Club (cost to be worked out). There will also be a BBQ brekkie on Sun by the river with possibly a ride to see members on their way home.

Anyone interested in attending should let Julie know before Feb 10.

It is hoped that members will attend from Sydney basin branches and those close to Sydney.

Check out the AGM website for a flyer - www.ulyssesclub.org/agm2009

Springwood Foundation Day - 5th April 2008

Stall is booked and will be asking for volunteers in Feb.

Bowling Challenge - Hawkesbury

Hawkesbury branch has challenged us to a Ten pin bowling competition - Sun 27th April. We’d better start practising.

Upcoming Rides

Sat 8th Dec - Oberon Loop - Robert - 4751 2549

Sun 16th Dec - Burrawang Pub for lunch - Robert - 4751 2549

Charity donation -

Funds raised in fines are to be given to a local charity. Robert and Karen were looking into Santa Maria Centre at Lawson run by Nuns to see about donating the funds raised to them. Kathy Waugh suggested a local young man Chad Graham who is confined to a wheelchair.

Newsletter

The next Newsletter is due in Jan so anyone with any ride reports, stories or pics should send them to Adriaan ASAP - contact Adriaan for info - 4739 3854

Any other business?

Jim & Frances attended the Beardies Festival in Glenn Innes in Nov and won 2nd prize in the Show and Shine - first prize went to a Goldwing (Ron from Mudgee for those who know him) with 67 accessories (according to Jim)

Jim raised his concerns about the negativity towards Lazy Larry rides, Harley and cruiser riders. He suggested that we shouldn’t criticise even in jest as it turns some people away. Some members agreed some didn’t.

The committee wishes everyone a safe and happy Christmas and New Year.

General meeting notes - Nov 6 2007

We had a pretty good turn up considering the weather. There were a few visitors from Eastern Creek and we had a guest speaker - Tim Sanford from Cycle Torque

Apologies: John & Dorothy who are in SA, Tony - on a course, Robert - on Snowy ride, Vicki - in UK

Mail In: contact Julie if you want more info

Vietnam Vets - Thunder West at Murrurundi, Feb 2008

Budget immobilisers - special deal

Pucked - sample puck received

Bank statements

Richard Menzies - Bert Munro poster

Treasurer’s Report: We have approximately $2900 in the bank

Quartermaster’s Report: New products this month - ladies shirts at special price of $15 due to incorrect sizing, a very nice Rugby top for $29 and a Ulysses bike badge.

If you wish to order anything in the way of gear please contact Frances - 4758 6712. Any Christmas orders must be in at head office before the 6^th Dec.

General Business:

Christmas Party - 1^st Dec, Faulconbridge Community hall.

Please remember to RSVP before 20^th Nov so we can add you to the numbers for catering.

BYO grog

Venue: Faulconbridge Community Hall, Home St, Faulconbridge.

Don’t forget to bring you partner / spouse with you.

Guest Speaker - Tim Sanford from Cycle Torque gave an interesting talk and answered questions on the bikes he’s ridden, raced and tested as part of his job. Phil was so interested he wanted to swap jobs!

Trivia night - 15^th March 2008

Yes - it’s on again. We are asking members to assist if they can to make this night another great event on our calendar.

We need sponsors, prizes etc, anyone who can seek out local business willing to offer prizes/ sponsorship etc would be most appreciated. All sponsors receive a certificate of appreciation, advertising material put out on the night, space on the night and web links - size depending on the amount/level of sponsorship as well as two free tickets.

Anyone interested in being on a sub committee to assist with organisation is welcome.

To clarify how the money is distributed from the event - door takings go to club, monies raised from raffles, auctions, heads & tails and coin tosses etc go to Ulysses Club Arthritis Research Funds

At the AGM in Coffs we were presented with the Jo Dearnley Award for monies raised for Arthritis on this night - let’s see if we can do it again.

Want to know more or for more detailed sponsorship info contact Julie - 4782 4331

Ride calendar

New calendar will be up soon - have four overnighters in place -

Feb 23/24 - Mogo

July 19/20 - Forbes to visit Woolerina.

Oct 4/5/6/ - Coonabarabran (back by popular demand)

Nov 22/23 - Mudgee (back by popular demand)

There is a social (at Alan & Colleen Aherns) and ride on the 17^th Nov

Social: BBQ at Al’s place - 6.30 pm, 21 Kristine St, Winmalee.

RSVP: Tues 13^th November - 4754 1227 or 0418 242 254

Cost: $10 per head

Upcoming rides:

Bathurst - Sun 11 Nov

Lazy Larry - Mt Tomah - 17^th Nov

Rylstone - 25^th Nov

Ride suggestion of Gliding Day in Bathurst from Alan Ahern. If 8 people fly cost is $60. Trip would be overnight to enable everyone to fly. Contact Julie if you are interested.

2009 AGM update.

Things will probably start moving after Christmas so if you are interested in getting involved please let Julie or Robert know.

There will be a stall at Penrith Council’s Australia Day festival on Jan 26. Anyone interested in helping out or being involved please let Julie know.

There is a Meet and Greet planned for Feb 16/17 2008 with a proposed dinner for all attending. It is hoped that Nepean, Blue Mountains and Hawkesbury Branches will come together for this one to make other visiting members feel welcome and encourage them to come to Penrith in 2009.

Ride safe and stay upright.

General Meeting Agenda - 2^nd Oct 07

We had a couple of visitors from Nepean this month and a couple of new members - Ria from Katoomba and John from Winmalee.

Apologies: Tony Myk (son’s birthday), Chuck and Catriana - lying on the beach in Broome and John and Dorothy.

Mail in:

Cockfighter Creek Tavern - Bulga - under new management with deals for motorcycle clubs

West Forever Harley Tours

Woolgoolga Beach Holiday Park - tourist info.

Long Ride 2008 - Chris Dunne raising money for Prostate Cancer

NATCOM Minutes, Members Register & Quartermaster’s ramblings

Xmas Party invite from Eastern Creek - on same day as ours.

Blessing of the bikes at Wollombi - 21^st Oct

16^th Annual celebration of motorbikes - 24^th Nov Bombala Showground

Survey request for new bike detailing business - web site only

Treasurer’s report: We have approx $3209 in the bank.

Quartermaster’s report: Received new stock this month - caps, cooler bag and more. Any orders needed before Xmas need to be in at the Nov meeting for forwarding to head office before the 6^th Dec.

General business:

Xmas party - 1^st Dec (flyer attached to this mailing)

Hall is booked now need numbers for catering. Let us know ASAP and payment can be made at the Nov meeting.

Costing - under 60 attending - $15 per head, over 60 attending - $10 per head.

Need definite numbers by Nov for catering. Menu same as last year - Chicken & beef with jacket potatoes & salads plus desert.

Club will be providing nibbles, tea and coffee.

Socials

We need members to come up with ideas and attend socials.

If members RSVP attendance then they should go or at least let the organiser know if they can’t make it - especially where tables or spots have to be booked.

It was pointed out that cost is a factor with social nights as some members find it difficult to afford these outings. Committee has taken this into consideration.

October Social -

Dinner at Lapstone Hotel.

6.30 pm, Sat, 20^th September

RSVP: 16^th Sept - Adriaan

Newsletter

First edition is now available - paper copies are available and Adriaan will email a copy to members with emails addresses. Can also be downloaded from the BMU website.

Next edition will be available in Jan so any members with items or pictures for inclusion should forward them to Adriaan - Ph: 4739 3854 for more info.

Rides

Molong Motorcycle Awareness Ride has been added to the calendar -Sun 28^th Oct for anyone interested in going. Ron and Julie will be leaving from Medlow Bath Servo at 8am and going through Tarana, Perthville and Milthorpe - please let them know if you wish to join them - 4782 4331, hawkeyes@netspace.net.au Jim & Frances are planning a later start and heading up the highway, for more info call 4758 6712.

Pink Ribbon ride coming up - Sun 21st Oct - encourage those going to dress up their bikes. This year is in the Campbelltown/ Bargo area.

Suggested ride to Forbes to Woolerina and a BBQ lunch from Taroona Farm Lamb - to be done as an overnighter

Ride Co-ordinators meeting to organise the calendar for Dec and next six months - Tue 23 Oct, 7.30pm at the SAD club.

Raffle Prizes

We had a couple of excellent raffle prizes tonight - meat tray sponsored by Tony Myk -TIPM Automotive & a neck liner provided by Warwick Rolfe from Woolerina

Trivia night - 15^th March 08

Hall is booked now need members to get involved with assistance, organising prizes and sponsors.

Need a sub committee as the current committee may not be re-elected at our AGM and any members who are willing to help where needed.

Ride Reports

Cowra - Martin said it was good.

Museum Tour - Brian gave us a two page report and filled us in on the footy happenings.

General meeting notes - Aug 28 2007

We had a few new faces tonight, Graham, Paul & Geoff along with a few faces we don’t see very often. We had a guest speaker Warwick Rolfe from Woolerina who was eagerly awaited by several members who wanted to spend money. Once again the BBQ proved popular and thanks go to Brian for cooking and organising.

Apologies: Our absent member list is starting to look like a travelogue - Tony in England, Michael Dale in Tassie, Alan and Colleen on a ten day Pacific cruise, Chuck & Catriana travelling in the outback. Ron and Adriaan were actually sick and Wayne had his son in hospital.

Mail in: - want to know more contact Julie - 4782 4331

Spit & Spud reminder (again - no tickets at gate)

Cheque from Ulysses for fees collected

NATCOM Minutes from May & July, AGM minutes

Quartermaster’s ramblings

Cotton Country Cruisers - Moree Muster proposed date - want to know which date is preferred for members travelling to Townsville.

Billy Kaylock - new owner of High Plains hotel

List of events from Bikers Australia

Hawkesbury Branch - vacancies for their first aid course

Thank You from Faulconbridge School for our support

Thunder Rally info

Treasurer’s Report: approx $3058 in our account

Quartermasters Report: A new order has gone in for more stock so should be available at the next meeting.

General Business:

Xmas Party - Date 1^st Dec
Committee has decided to book Faulconbridge Community Hall and book a spit like last year. Will also be looking into the music/karaoke options - there seemed to be some dismay at the thought of Karaoke.

Newsletter -
Adriaan has the 1^st issue planned for Oct but needs stuff to put in it.

Members are urged to send stuff to Adriaan - 4739 3854 or adriaan.winton@bluemountains-ulysses.com - hints & tips, stories, ride reports, pictures etc. There will also be advertising to help cover costs.

Rides:
Memorial ride this Sunday - need to be at Narellan Macdonalds for a 10.30 am leave.

Anyone intending to go should meet at Maccas at 8.30 am as usual. For info contact Julie - 4782 4331

Reminders
The Cowra weekend ride 15^th Sept, approx 750 kms - contact Martin and Marion - 4754 3283 for details and to let them know if you are going.

October Long Weekend ride - 29^th/30^th Sept & 1^st Oct - approx 1130kms. There has been a change of motel in Forster for October and anyone going should book accommodation ASAP as it is a long weekend and start of school holidays. Also let Brian and Jen know if going - 4739 8015

Pink Ribbon Ride - 21^st Oct. - Registration is now open - rego and sponsorship forms are available. First 450 registrations get a special badge as in previous years.

Bowling Night - September social.

When: Sept 22^nd 7.30 pm for game start

Where: 102 Ham St, South Windsor

RSVP 18^th Sept - Julie - 4782 4331 or julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Need numbers to confirm lane availability. Dinner is available at the alley and you can bring your own esky for beer.

Guest Speaker: Warwick Rolfe from Woolerina gave a very informative talk on his wool clothing and explained how it came about. He had a bit of help from several members in explaining and showing the garments - was a bit of a concern when shirts started to come off!

He has offered to show us around his premises and perhaps organise a BBQ with Taroona Farm Lamb if we want to travel to Forbes for a ride. This was a popular idea so we will be looking into it.

Thanks should also go to John Webb for arranging this visit and for providing accommodation for Warwick.

Trivia night - 15^th March 2008
Daryll has kindly offered to do it again so we will be putting our heads together to get this happening.

We will need to seek out sponsors and prizes and the earlier we can get this started the more prizes we may be able to gather. Any help with this would be greatly appreciated.

Ride Reports.
There were a couple this month.

Robert’s Mystery Ride - who went? Robert did - he was ride leader, tail end Charlie and everyone in between. At least no-one got lost!

Richard led the ride to Tarana Pub for lunch - felt a bit intimidated by all the bigger bikes following his 250cc scooter and almost got blown away by the winds.

Jim told us of their ride to Capertee Pub for lunch - seems if you call ahead and order Lamb Shanks they will be on the menu - or does this only apply for Jim who asks for them everywhere he goes!

General Meeting Notes - Aug 7 2007

A smaller turn up this month with Steve from Woodford joining us for the first time and apologies from John Webb. We embarrassed Robert by singing Happy Birthday - after his son dobbed him in for turning 60.

Mail In: (if you are interested in any of the following please contact Julie)

Macarthur Branch Trivia Night - raising money for Cancer - Nov 3

Lorne Foreshores Caravan Park - winter specials

Asian Experience Tours - tours of Vietnam and Asia

Nicita Corby - immobilisers

Big Al’s Annual Bike Show - 21 Oct, Mt Druitt

Timmy Tobin - new motorcycle workshop in Bathurst

Backwards Odyssey No 11 - Vic, Oct 19 - 21

Wellington Hotel - advising of facilities

Hunter Coalfields branch - Bikers In the Vines - Sat 20 Oct

Sunshine coast Odyssey - 14 - 17 Sept

Reminders -

Ulysses Outback Rally - Winton Qld - 7 - 9 September

Ghost Town Rally - Broken Hill, 7 - 9 September

Peak Hill Spit & Spud - Oct 20

Treasurer’s Report: We have approximately $2788 in the bank.

Quartermaster’s Report: Ulysses Beanie has arrived - a fully lined beanie in the normal black & white. A gear order will be going in this month so if you want to order anything please contact Frances - 4758 6712 or frances.hillmurray@bluemountains-ulysses.com

General Business:

Rides:

Cowra weekend ride 15/16 Sept. This is an overnighter for those who wish to be away for the weekend - those who don’t can make it a day ride. For further information please contact Martin - 4754 3283 or mgreaves@iinet.net.au

The Museum Tour - October Long Weekend ride - 29/30 Sept & 1 Oct.

Weekend ride (two nights) heading to Tamworth on day 1 then to Nabiac and Foster on day 2. For more info or to confirm your attendance please contact Brian or Jen Gore - 4739 8015 or brian.gore@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Please book your accommodation early as this is the start of the school holidays

This weekend’s ride is to Tarana Pub for lunch - 11 Aug - Starts at 10am

Socials:

Aug social - at this time there is no August social. If someone has an idea forward it to me and I will pass on the info to members.

Sept 22 - bowling night - Windsor Bowl, Windsor

Rsvp: 18th Sept - Julie - 4782 4331 or julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Cost: $17 (from memory - could be wrong! But not by much.) There is a café for dinner.

Pink Ribbon Ride - 21st Oct

Registration is now open - rego and sponsorship forms are available. First 450 registrations get a special badge as in previous years. Forms are available from the web site http://www.pinkribbonride.com/NSW/index.htm or contact Julie.

Xmas Social

Date Sat Dec 1

We are looking at hiring a hall and having a spit like last year. Perhaps having Karaoke or at least some type of music.

Yahoo Forum

This forum is for members to use so everything doesn’t have to pass through the committee or the web site. Chuck is currently keeping us apprised of their travels (with pictures), there are ride reminders and photos. If you haven’t received an invitation to join please contact Julie - julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com or Robert - robert.stanton@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Members list

Members are reminded to keep their details up to date or let us know if you don’t want to receive information. We currently have a few emails bouncing so don’t forget to let us know if you change your address.

Sept Meeting - this is a BBQ meeting starting a 7pm

We will also have a guest speaker - Warwick Rolfe from Woolerina

Ride/Social suggestions

Alan Ahern has put forward a ride idea:-

Gliding (in a plane) in Bathurst - a special price for our members of $60 (half price) - this could be a weekend ride (recommended) or a day trip.

If anyone is interested in this please let the committee know and we will try and organise it.

King Henry’s Court in Penrith holds a Trivia night on 1st Wed of the month - $20 a head for 3 course meal and entertainment. If anyone is interested in this please contact the committee.

Karen has let us know about a Ladies only ride to Bathurst - 7 - 9 Sept. If anyone is interested please contact Julie for the paperwork.

General Meeting Notes - July 3rd 07

Tony hosted the meeting tonight - on a crutch to start with (was meant to make Ron feel bad for making Tony push his bike) didn’t work! We had a new face tonight - Paul from Faulconbridge and a few apologies - John Webb & Dorathy who is rather ill, Wayne & Janelle, Kerry Manning (business is up for Parramatta Small Business Award tonight) and Denise and Adriaan who is also pretty crook. We also had a couple of visitors from Nepean

Mail in: - if you want to know more about any of these items please contact Julie - 4782 4331

Ride calendar from Ulysses Adventure Riders

Glen Innes Beardies Festival - info and registration forms for Nov 9 - 11

Broken Hill Outback Rally - info and registration forms for Sept - 7/8/9

Treasurer’s Report

Approx balance $2600

Quartermaster’s Report

New stock has arrived including pins, multi tool, neck warmers and shirts and our stock is building each month as we add new items.

General Business

Wrap up of social night
Everyone (about 13 of us) who attended agreed that the night was great and we all had fun. We will be repeating this but with earlier notice to allow members to fit it into their calendars.

Yahoo forum -
The forum appears to be working and we have had good feedback. We need members to put their names on their ID’s to avoid confusion and to prevent members being rejected.

Members are placing notices of intention to attend rallies etc in case anyone else wants to go. There is also a calendar with reminders sent out a couple of days before events to keep members posted. We will also be adding the rally dates to this calendar so anyone interested in rallies can find out when they are on.

Reminder
All members are reminded of a change to the ride starting time from 1st July - 8.30 am start unless otherwise stated. Please check the ride calendar for starting times.

Newsletter -
Adriaan is going to look into getting a quarterly newsletter happening. We need Members to submit ride reports, photos etc to make it work. So far he has found a few sponsors willing to come on board so this looks like it might get off the ground. This is our newsletter so please contribute items, photos, ride reports or event reports. Contact Adriaan for details - 4739 3854, adriaan.winton@bluemountains-ulysses.com.

Socials - We need more ideas.
Some put forward include: Aqua golf, Putt Putt, a visit to the Quarantine Station on Nth Head and Ice Skating. Dinners are still an option either at a pub, club or restaurant or at members homes.

July Social:
When: Fri 20th July Where: Springwood Bowling Club Dinner then stay to hear Backbeat play and maybe some dancing. RSVP: 17th July - Julie, 4782 4331 or julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com

AGM 2009
Peter Bernard the AGM Co-ordinator gave a personal thanks from the AGM committee to everyone who helped on the stall at Coffs Harbour.
He also gave an update of what’s happening with the AGM.

Superbikes at Eastern Creek.
These are on in August and Steve England is interested in going. If anyone else would like to go please contact Steve - 4754 5440.

Castle Hill Motorcycles are having an open day for test rides of the Zong Shen Motorcycles on Sat July 21st. Eastern Creek Ulysses are providing a BBQ and there will be 15% off accessories for Ulysses members. If they don’t have it in stock they are willing to order it in and still give the discount.

General Meeting Agenda - 5th June 07

We had a good turn up this month - almost had to find more chairs. There were a couple of new faces and a couple of visitors from other branches.

Mail in: - if you are interested in any of the following please contact Julie.

The Phone House, Springwood - info on Blue Tooth Product
Vietnam Veteran’s Day - Sat 18th Aug
Ulysses Outback Rally - Winton - 7 - 9 Sept 07
Peak Hill Spit & Spud - 20th October 07 - Peak Hill - invitation only
Cheque from Ozemoto for sales during the AGM - thanks to Bill and Guy for spending their money
Weiry from Wagga Branch - info about an Irishman walking from Perth to Byron Bay pushing a bright orange wheelchair - if you see him on the road please stop and say hi.

Treasurer’s report - We currently have $2633.19 in the bank with tonight’s income to be added.

Quartermaster’s report - we have some new stock on the table, including scarves, shirts, caps etc. We will be placing another order this month so if you want to order any Ulysses items please contact Frances - 4758 6712 or frances.hillmurray@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Coffs AGM wrap up - 6115 attendees
BMU was presented with the Jo Dearnley Memorial Trophy for largest donation to Arthritis 2006 - Daryll & Robert accepted the award for the branch

Members did our branch proud on the 2009 AGM stand - almost gave away all the information packages in the first two days! Kathy even offered to sell the shirt she was wearing

Phil won three prizes at the giveaways - he came looking for a different shirt so they couldn’t recognise him. Won white Water gift cert but couldn’t use it because there was no water in the river!

Nepean boys issued a challenge to the Blue Mountains boys for a go karting competition - we outnumbered them so we reckon we won.

Ron’s nipple was a talking point and he exposed it just about everywhere!

There was a suggestion that Members left behind still need rides.

Members Forum
A Yahoo Group has been set up by Robyn Bogart for Blue Mountains members to use. Members have to join through Yahoo to be able to read or post messages. We will be sending out invitations so anyone interested can join.
This will be useful for members who want to ride or travel, attend rallies and are looking for company, impromptu social nights, for setting up regular reminders etc without putting extra work load onto Julie or Daryll.
Owners/Moderators - Robyn, Robert and Julie are able to accept or reject members and keep an eye on what goes on - we are open to bribes!
This will allow for greater interactivity between members.

Social nights
We are going to try and implement some different social nights to take the pressure off members hosting a dinner. Suggestions for alternative social outings/nights such as Go Karting, Bowling, Aqua Golf, Ice skating, ghost tours. Any suggestions are welcome.
Of course we still welcome members who want to put their hand up to host a dinner - these are fun and we really wouldn’t like to lose them completely so please feel free to volunteer.

June social - Ten Pin Bowling. - Please RSVP on or prior to the RSVP date as we need to know numbers
Where: 10 Ham St, Sth Windsor
When: 23 June 07
Time: 7 pm
Cost: $16.50 for two games & shoe hire if we get 20 or more - cost will be a little higher if less than 20.
RSVP: 18th June - Julie - 4782 4331 or julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com
You can BYO alcohol into the Bowling Alley but they will not open or chill drinks so bring an esky or cooler bag.

2009 AGM
Any members who want to get involved at a team level now is the time to get your names in - especially after feedback from Coffs which indicates that Penrith may be a big AGM. We will need plenty of trained volunteers so get in early if you want to help in any way.
Anyone interested should put their name on the list and the area they want to work in.

Ride starting time - From the 1st of July all rides will start at 8.30 am.

This was suggested to avoid confusion and will apply to all rides except for particular rides such as Lazy Larry or long rides with an earlier start. This was discussed at the Ride Co-ordinators meeting and suggested then. Members agreed that this was a good idea.

Upcoming Ride - This Sun June 10
Mittagong - Ride Leader is Phil - 4735 4918

General meeting notes - 3rd April 07

Tony Myk hosted the meeting tonight and did it well. A few apologies tonight, one new face and a welcome appearance from Klaus (#17) - who regaled us with tales of how the Ulysses Club got started once Kim jogged his memory.

Mail in -
Group volunteering at AGM - gear shop is full but other options are still available for anyone still interested in volunteering.
Info from Kalamunda - hard bed accommodation still available at Coffs Harbour - owned by Ulyssian
Brass Monkey Rally - 5th May Rydal Showground

Treasurer’s Report
Our current balance stands at $5347 give or take expenses.

Election of replacement committee member -
Kevin Couter is standing down due to health reasons so Brian Gore has taken his place on the committee.
Contact Details:
Brian Gore Ph: 4739 8015 email: brian.gore@bluemountains-ulysses.com
Thanks to Brian for putting his hand up.
Tony threatened to put everyone’s membership card in a hat and the first one drawn out would be elected if no-one put their hand up to take Kevin’s place.

Trivia night -
Funds raised - approx $4155
Donation to Arthritis - $1800
Certificates of Appreciation were handed out to those present with the remainder to be sent out
Once again this was a great night and our thanks go out to Daryll for all the hard work he did to make it happen, to his family for helping him and the Wards for their assistance. Also a big thank you to Warren & Elaine who basically arranged the hall by themselves. To everyone else who assisted in any way we thank you very much.
We already have people asking about next year.

Springwood Foundation Day - Sat 31st
Another great day where we handed out information packs and membership forms. There were 22 bikes for the parade with at least a dozen on display all day. We had historic bikes on display and there was a sudden crowd formed every time the 1925 Douglas was started.
Thanks to all who attended and special thanks to those who helped set-up and pack-up

T-ball - 29th Apr - Sun Valley Reserve, Sun Valley Rd.
Sun Valley Reserve is booked and we need players and volunteers to help set up the marquee etc. The marquee - needs to be set up from about 8 am with play to start at about 9.30 - 10 am.
Once again we will be doing our best to beat the Hawkesbury mob.
We will be providing morning tea with thanks to Frances for organising.
This is a BYO lunch event with BBQ available.
This was a great day last year and we have to retain the trophy. This is also a day to get the family involved - especially the kids/grandkids as we need runners!
Sun Valley Rd is on your left just past the speed camera at Valley Heights if heading towards Penrith.

Coffs AGM
We still have no trailer but we do have cars going up. Anyone going in a car and willing to carry gear and arriving on the Monday please let us know
It was suggested we volunteer as a group in the gear shop but this is now full. Volunteers are still needed elsewhere so anyone still interested in this please let us know.
There is a special meeting for those going to Coffs at The Lundie’s place on 24th April. - 30 Warwick Close, East Blaxland

Ride calendar - couple of changes
Ride co-ordinatiors meeting - 7.30 pm, 8th May at Springwood Bowling Club - if you want to have a say, put forward a ride, or see what’s involved in being a ride leader please come along.
Ride changes - no listed ride on the Easter weekend (Denman Pub dropped) but a few members are getting together on Sat - meet at Maccas for a 9 am leave (Putty Rd was mentioned)
The Oberon Loop has moved to the 6th May

Next Social is at Jack & Carla’s place - a Dutch / Indonesian menu -
Where: Lot 27 Frederica St, Lawson
When: 6.30 pm, 21st April
RSVP: Wed, 18th April - Ph: 4759 2538
Cost: $10 per head

Badges - have arrived and are awaiting collection.

Gear order - We are placing a gear order so if anyone want to order anything from Ulysses contact Frances - 4758 6712.
Gear can be ordered between meetings by contacting our quartermaster - Frances

Other Business.
Klaus has made the decision to quit riding due to ill health and is selling his bike. We all know that this is his pride and joy and has been well looked after (and it goes fast!). Details are:

BMW R850R dolphin blue
Oct.96 model 87300kms , rego to 4th Nov
had 24 oil changes,
spoke wheels, brand new tyres done 24 kms.,
BMW windscreen, panniers, tank cover with bag,
3 spare oil filters with removing tool,
seat adjustable to 760/780/800 for short legs.
Hand-brake lock.
As new ARC helmet size M plus fairly new winter and summer riding gear to suit 1.74 m x 72 kg rider.
Everything is in excellent cond.
The lot for $6000
Contact KLAUS on 02 47542565

Hope to see you all at T-ball!!

Safe Riding

Springwood Foundation Day - March 31 2007

What an absolutely beautiful day it was - all that chrome shining in the sun made a great display! As usual members turned up to show of their bikes and take part in the parade.

We had 22 bikes at the high point of the day - after the parade - with about a dozen bikes on display over the course of the day.

This year we also had three vintage bikes which drew quite a bit of attention - especially when the 1925 Douglas was started. There was even more excitement when it was driven out at the end of the day - nearly taking a stall with it - there is no clutch on this bike so it’s a pick up speed and hope for the best. Robert willingly gave a hand and pushed him on his way. Thanks go to Len for organising to have the bikes on show.

We gave out plenty of information packs and membership forms - several to lady riders who weren’t too keen to ride alone.

It was nice to see Klaus for a while and some other faces we don’t see very often. Jim Durno came for a while before he heads back to Queensland. Members from Nepean who are almost regulars for this event now and of course our Club President Kim Kennerson.

To all those who attended thank you for making it a great day and doing our branch proud. For those who helped set up and pack up a special thank you. Hope to see you all next year.

Julie

General Meeting - March 6^th 2007

We welcomed a few new members tonight - Rob from Faulconbridge who rides a Harley (but we won’t hold that against him), David from Medlow Bath, Darren from Cranebrook and Gunter from Katoomba.

Treasurer’s Report

Our new treasurer, Karen Soo Kee gave her first report tonight and it sounded good for a second when we had a million bucks in the kitty. We wish - our current balance stands at $1446.26

Trivia night - Sat 17^th March

Anyone who hasn’t booked a seat and wants to go should contact Julie ASAP - 4782 4331 - as tables are almost full.

We have some great prizes this year - a motorized child’s motorbike kindly donated by Hawkesbury Branch, Nokia phones, jewellery, accommodation packages, wine and vouchers from various businesses including a car service and rego checks, tattoo parlour, body piercing parlour, hardware, eateries and more. And wait till you see what we’re using for the coin toss!

We will have the usual auctions and gold coin entry games during the night so come prepared.

And don’t forget to dress the part - St Patrick’s Day so green is the colour. There is a prize for the best dressed table.

The Morning After the Night Before

There is a BBQ breakfast on the Sunday morning at 8.30 am at Springwood Bowling Club followed by a ride - probably out west to see our fellow Ulyssians on their way home.

If you plan to attend this could you please let Robert know so he can cater for everyone - 4751 2549, robert.stanton@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Springwood Foundation Day - 31^st March from 7.30 am till 4.30 pm

Once again we will be taking part in this very popular event. This is a great day where we get to spread the word about The Ulysses Club and help make the general public aware of motorbikes.

We need members to man our stall, put their bikes on display and take part in the parade. Either let us know if you will be attending or turn up on the day.

We will be at the end of Greenway Lane outside the Post Office - as per previous years so we can block the road.

T-ball - Sun 29th April

We have challenged Hawkesbury Branch to a rematch and there has been a change of date on this one so we could use Sun Valley Reserve. Warm up those muscles and practice your running and batting skills. This was a great time last year so we hope to see everyone on the day. More details at next months meeting.

There will be bbqs available for lunch - there are no shops so lunch is a BYO.

Coffs AGM - 21^st May - 27^th May

We are still waiting on registration forms to organise group booking and it is getting closer so we need to get this done.

There will be a special meeting for those going to the AGM on Tues April 24^th at Daz & Jenni’s place to finalise organisation. More details next month.

We are still working on a way to get the gear to Coffs, if anyone is driving up and is willing to carry gear can you please let us know just in case the trailer option doesn’t work.

It has been suggested that the Blue Mountains Branch as a group volunteer to man the gear shop for a day - alternating shifts. If you wish to be in this please let us know as a volunteer form will need to be filled out and so we can inform the Coffs committee.

Shirts & Badges

Anyone wanting club shirts or name badges for the Coffs AGM should put their orders in now. I will be submitting another badge order on Monday so please ring or email Julie if you want to add your name to the list - 4782 4331, julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Membership Check

NATCOM has suggested that all members check the expiry date on their membership as some members have not renewed and are un-financial. Please check your card expiry date.

Feedback.

The committee wants to make this branch as good as it can be for all members so with this in mind we would like to encourage all members to feel free to give us feedback about any issues you may have. This means positive or negative feedback about meetings, rides, socials or any other issue relating to the branch.

Speak to a committee member, ride leader or raise an issue for discussion at a meeting.

Social Night Suggestion

A night at the movies followed by dinner has been suggested as an idea for a Social night. Are members interested in this - the current movie ‘Wild Hogs’ has been put forward. We may be able to get discounted tickets so if anyone is interested in going to the moves please let Julie know - 4782 4331, julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com

2009 AGM - Penrith, 16^th - 23^rd March 2009

The 2009 AGM Committee is interested in what members want to see happen - or not happen - at the 2009 AGM.

Julie Hawkins, Robert Stanton & Greg Petley from our branch are on the 2009 AGM Committee so if you have any ideas, suggestions or something you think shouldn’t be at the AGM contact them so the information can be passed on.

Also if you are interested in being involved with the organisation at a team or volunteer level please let them know so your name can be added to the list.

Upcoming rides:

Sun 11^th March - Burrawang Pub - in the southern highlands

General Meeting Notes - Feb 6th 2007

What a great turn up - 84 - has to be a record, there were a few members from other branches including Hawkesbury, Sydney, and Eastern Creek and a couple of new faces, John who builds jet bikes, Graham and Alan. BBQ was a huge success as usual.

Apologies: Kevin & Karen, Michael Dale

Mail In: We have had lots of mail about rallies and events taking place at various times and locations.
We also had a group booking form for the Superbike Championships at Eastern Creek if anyone is interested.
If you want to know more about these contact Julie - 4782 4331 for information.

Elections -
Tonight’s meeting was our AGM and a new committee was voted in. The new committee is:

Kevin Couter   Ph: 4739 0297     Mob: 0412 410 830      Email: kevin.couter@bluemountains-ulysses.com
Julie Hawkins - Secretary   Ph: 4782 4331    Mob: 0414 831 969        Email: julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com
Frances Hill-Murray - Quartermaster   Ph: 4758 6712    Mob: 0408 243 322        Email: frances.hill-murray@bluemountains-ulysses.com
Jim Hill-Murray   Ph: 4758 6712     Mob: 0408 243 322       Email: jim.hill-murray @bluemountains-ulysses.com
Tony Myk             Mob: 0411 488 442       Email: tony.myk@bluemountains-ulysses.com
Phil Plimmer   Ph: 4735 4918     Mob: 0408 571 953        Email: phil.plimmer@bluemountains-ulysses.com
Karen Soo Kee - Treasurer   Ph: 4754 3277     Mob: 0414 335 432        Email: karen.sookee@bluemountains-ulysses.com
Robert Stanton   Ph: 4751 2549     Mob: 0402 858 795        Email: robert.stanton@bluemountains-ulysses.com
Adriaan Winton   Ph: 4739 3854     Mob: 0418 118 926        Email: adriaan.winton@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Please note that the email address will not work until our web site is updated.
Welcome to the new committee members and thanks to old committee members for all their efforts over the last twelve months. Also a big thank you to Kerri Ward for being our Quartermaster.

Badges - our badges have arrived and are very impressive. We will be placing another order so anyone wanting one should contact Julie - 4782 4331 to put your name on the list.
Cost to members - $8 with pin $10 with magnet - unless 21 or more are ordered

Trivia night - 17th March
We have 24 tables booked, with a few seats still vacant. If you want a seat now is the time to book it as we can only hold 250 people.

Prizes so far this year include;
Stay Upright course
Body piercing gift certificate from Kerry Manning
Hand made Quilt from Sue Hall
2 night midweek stay at Blue Mist Lodge B & B at W. Falls - from Sue & Andrew Hall
Signed boxing gloves - Lovemore Ndou (light welterweight trained by Jeff Fenech) & Skinny Hurst - from Phill Jeff
A 12v Battery operated motorcycle - great for the grandkids - kindly donated by the Hawkesbury Branch
Mayvic has come on board again this year to provide prizes - thanks to Danny Ward

There are also prizes for the best dressed table and players in the green theme for St Patrick’s Day.
We will have Irish music by Amy & Nat

Springwood Foundation day - Sat March 31st
The stall has been booked so polish up those bikes. Once again we will be telling people about the Ulysses Club and how great it is to be a member. Will have more details soon.

Coffs AGM
We are still waiting on registration forms for group camping, we need these ASAP to organise our group camp site. We have a trailer to carry gear but we need someone driving up to volunteer to tow it up. This would need to arrive on Monday for campers to set up their tents for the week and be brought back on the following Monday. Please let us know if you are willing to do this.The Coffs AGM Committee is desperate for volunteers to help out at the AGM so if you are going and are willing to help out, even for a couple of hours, please get a volunteer form and let them know.

Feb Social - at this point there is no social. If someone wants to put up their hand it would need to be for the 17th Feb.

Mudgee overnighter - Feb 24th
We have booked out the motel but due to cancellations I have one double room left. This will be cancelled on Mon so if anyone wants it better be quick. We will be wine tasting - $30 per head for the bus to take us around the wineries. This is purely optional but definitely fun If you want to join us please contact Julie - 4782 4331

Next Ride - Bundeena for lunch - Sun 18th March. Ride leader is Robert - 4751 2549

Safe Riding

BMU Committee

Blue Mountains Meeting December 5^th 2006

We had a smaller turn up this month but it was still a good number. We had apologies from Danny and Kerri, John & Dorothy, Jenni Lundie and Warren & Elaine - although their apology was discarded when they walked in the door.

Incoming mail

We have received five copies of the Members Guide booklets from Head Office. These are for the members to read but we ask that you return them to the committee when finished so others can read them.

Christmas party is over – What a night it was.

Everyone who went had a ball. There were about 60 members in attendance and our thanks go to Martin & Marion for opening their house for us, Karen for organising the food and the muscle men who helped with the tarps, everyone who helped with the setting up and the cleaning up. Thanks to Warren for the wet floor signs.

It was rumoured that some party animals were still dancing at 2 pm!

Guest Speaker Peter Cohen – Super Visor

Peter came to show us his goods. He also provided a Super Visor and some Anti Fog for the raffle. The Super Visor helps to keep the sun out of your eyes and the anti fog allows you to see by keeping your visor fog free.

Stay Upright

This course proved to be a great success for all who attended. Tony & Adriaan gave glowing reports on the day and everyone highly recommends the course. Vicki Barnes won the prize for Most Improved on the day - a Cornering and Braking Course. There were honourable mentions to Adriaan and John Webb

Frank Johanson from Stay Upright attended the meeting and spoke about instructing opportunities within Stay Upright.

Badges

We have decided on the badges for members and will be putting in an order very soon. We have some samples with magnetic clips which appear to be extremely strong (not recommended for those with pacemakers).

Anyone wanting to order a badge needs to get their name to Julie as soon as possible. Please state what you want on the badge - full name, first name or nickname. The cost with a magnetic pin is currently at $7.22 or with a pin is $5.90. If we get over 51 this will drop. (we currently have 37)

To order a badge contact Julie - 4782 4331 or julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com

AGM

This is coming around fast so we need to get organised. For those who haven’t registered and are planning to camp I suggest you do it soon.

For those camping we need your registration number to organise a group site - the one on your registration sheet you will receive from Head Office. Please forward a copy of this to Julie - 4782 4331 or julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com

We need to carry the tarps and gear for the campers so if anyone is driving up and is willing to tow a trailer please contact a committee.member.

Branch elections at February meeting

Our elections will be held at our February meeting where the current committee will stand down. Five members of the current committee have indicated that they are willing to stand for re-election. This means there will be four not restanding.

A nomination form is attached to these notes, for a copy click here. If you would prefer to have a copy as a .doc file please contact me and I will send you one.

Please consider

There are 9 positions so if for any reason a committee member cannot attend a meeting a vote can still be taken.

There are eleven meetings in a calendar year - Jan is the only month we don’t have a meeting as there is no general meeting that month.

Trivia Night

Our Trivia night is on St Patrick's day 17^th March 2007. The maximum number we can fit is 250 which is 25 tables of ten per table and we have several tables booked already

A flyer will be sent to other branches in December and a notice will be put on the Ulysses notice board on the Ulysses Website and possibly an article in Riding On.

Any member wanting to book a seat or a table should get their booking in as soon as possible to avoid missing out. Contact Julie - 4782 4331 or julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com to make a booking.

We are also looking for sponsors so would any members who know potential sponsors put their hand up and advise the Committee so we can coordinate contacts with them. We need about 50 prizes.

Jan Social

BBQ at the Coulls - being organised by their daughter Michelle

Hello/goodbye/retirement

When: 20th Jan 6.30 pm

Cost: $10/head

Where: 118 Rickard Rd, Warrimoo

RSVP : 16^th Jan to Michelle (daughter) - 0411 019 517 coullchel@netspace.net.au

Mudgee. - 24-25 Feb (by popular demand)

A weekend trip has been placed on the ride calendar to Mudgee. Anyone interested in going please let Julie know to organise accommodation bookings. There will also be bus organised to carry members around the wineries - last trip this cost $30 per head for a tour of five wineries and an olive farm and was a great time. Contact Julie - 4782 4331 or julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com to make a booking.

Next General Meeting

The next meeting will be February 6^th (first Tuesday) at the SAD Club and it will be a sausage sizzle starting at 7pm followed by the meeting at 8 pm and committee elections.

The committee wishes all members a safe and happy Christmas and New Year.

General meeting 7^th Nov 06

We had several new faces tonight, visitors from Eastern Creek and Nepean, members recovering from illness and a prodigal member - seems Canberra couldn’t keep her.

We had apologies from John & Dorothy - work got in the way, Thomas - Europe is a bit far away to travel to the meeting, Andrew - Sue would have killed him if he didn’t take her out for dinner for her birthday.

Mail In - Old No1 is giving up riding after a fall last month. The decision had to be made sometime and Stephen has decided now is it. There are an endless number of members willing to give him a ride so I am sure we will still see him out there - even if it has to be on four wheels.

Christmas Our Christmas party is on Dec 2^nd at Martin & Marion’s - everyone should receive a flyer, if you don’t please let us know. Anyone not booking before the 21^st Nov will miss out as we have to give the caterer definite numbers. Please get your booking in early to avoid missing it.

2007 AGM in Coffs Harbour - registration forms will be in the Nov Riding On. Anyone camping should register ASAP as there are limited spaces. There are some incentives for early registration this year:

â For those that register up to (close of Business) COB 15/12/06 will go into a cash draw prize for $500.

â For those that register from 16/12/06 until the COB 15/1/07 will be eligible for a cash draw prize of $300.

â For those that register from the 16/1/07 until the COB 15/2/07 will be eligible for a cash draw prize of $150.

â All registration entries received at the Narellan Ulysses Administration office must be date stamped to be eligible for each of the respective draws. The draw will be conducted at the Ulysses Administration Office as soon as practical after each closing date and result is final and no further correspondence will be entered into.

Stop Press

â All registrations received by the 30th March 2007 will be eligible to win a Hyosung GT650 Tourer

Welfare Officer - This was a suggestion from NATCOM to have someone within the branch for contact in the event of illness, accident or anything else. Members at the meeting agreed that they are happy with the current availability of committee members and there was no real need for a designated welfare officer. We do need to know however if anyone with illness wants the information made public or not.

2009 AGM Nepean Meet & Greet - Daryll put together a great slide show to fill everyone in. There are great plans in the works and 2009 in Penrith should be a great AGM if it all comes together.

Guest Speaker - We had a guest speaker - James form Ozemoto - to show us his gear (clothing that is!) He had a great array of stuff and his contact details will be available on our web site or we will have business cards available at the meetings.

Stay Upright - all members are welcome to attend the theory night on Fri 24^th Nov at Springwood Bowling Club, and anyone still wanting to attend the course should contact Kevin for more info - 4739 0297 (he’s on the Snowy Ride this weekend so suggest you wait till next week).

Elections - Members need to start thinking about our elections in Feb - the committee will be standing down. Please think about who you want on the committee and if you want to nominate early please send your nomination to a committee member so we can make up a list. We don’t have a January meeting so you need to think about this over the Christmas break.

If you are interested in being on the committee and want to know more please contact a current committee member to find out what’s involved.

Ride co-ordinators meeting. We have a ride co-ordinators meeting on 21^st Nov 7.30pm Springwood Bowling Club, Macquarie Rd, Springwood (not the SAD club) If you wish to put forward a ride destination or want to see what goes on with organisation of a ride calendar please feel free to come along.

Badges - We are in the process of organising name badges for any member who wants one - these are the plastic type that other branches wear for meet and greets etc with the branch logo and the Old Man. Cost will be about $8 depending on numbers and we are asking members to pay for their own badge. If you would like a badge please contact Julie - 47824 331 or Julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Changes to Ride calendar - There have been a couple of changes to the ride calendar; please check out the online calendar or a paper copy.

This Sunday’s ride has been changed - we are now going to Rockley pub for lunch. Ride leader is Ron - 4782 4331

Nov social - There will be no social this month as it is too close to the Xmas party.

Members with trailers etc - We are looking to put together a list of members willing to help out members who break down, either with a trailer or with mechanical ability. If you are interested in being on the list please let us know.

Trivia Night - this is coming around again - 17^th March 07 (St Patrick’s Day). We already have table bookings so if you are planning on going we suggest you book early. This was a great night this year and should be again. A flyer will be going out soon.

Safe riding

BMU committee

General Meeting Notes – 3rd October 06

Our hosts this month were Kevin and Frances who did a great job, despite the fact that Kevin wanted to bring up items already covered by Frances.

We had a couple of visitors from other branches, other states and those who just wanted to see what we got up to.

Nepean 2009 AGM Meet and Greet - 15th October
RSVP needs to be in by Mon 9th Oct if you want to attend so please let me know ASAP if you haven't already put your hand up.

If you are interested in finding out what’s going to happen in 2009 or want to volunteer to help out then please come along. There will be a BBQ (hence the need for numbers). Please let Julie know if you want to be included - 4782 4331 or julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Stay Upright
This is happening in Nov and organisation is well underway.

The theory night will take place at Springwood Bowling Club on Fri 24^th Nov, this night is open to all members at no cost. The ride day is on Mon 27^th Nov. For more info please contact Kevin Couter - 4739 0297.

Shirt & gear orders.
We will be placing a BMU shirt order this week and a Ulysses gear order so if anyone is interested in ordering shirts or gear please let Julie - 4782 4331 or Kerri - 4759 1999 know.

Upcoming events

Social night

Our social this month is at Adriaan & Denise Winton’s home:

When: Sat 21^st Oct Where: 7 Morse Place, Blaxland

Time: 6.30pm Cost: $10 per head

RSVP: 18^th Oct - 4739 3854 or awinton@bigpond.net.au

These nights are always fun and a good time to socialise and meet other members so please come along.

Pink Ribbon ride - Sun 22^nd Oct - 8 am start

This year the ride is in the Sutherland shire, leaving from St George Leagues Club, travelling to Sublime Point then back to the club for lunch and presentations.

This is a fun event that also raises money for Breast Cancer research so why not dress up your bike, don the pink and take part. For more info or registration/sponsorship forms contact Julie - 4782 4331 or julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Christmas Party - Sat 2^nd Dec

This year we will be having a spit with all the trimmings at Martin & Marion’s place. More details will be provided but please mark it on your calendar as an event not to be missed.

Ride safe

BMU Committee

General Meeting Notes – 5^th Sept 06

We had another good turn up this month; we must be doing something right. A few new faces - Greg who swears he joined Ulysses when he was ten, Alan and Mark who we tortured by making them tell us about themselves.

We also had a guest speaker, Max from Blue Mountains Imports attended to tell us about Pinlocks and the specialty gear he can provide such as custom made jackets.

General Business

We have been advised that the new Ulysses Club shirts are now available - good quality shirts made of Cool Dry fabric.

We have also received an Invitation for the Australian Superbike Championship Sunday 19th November 2006 – special package deals are available - if you are interested please contact Julie, 4782 4331, julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Christmas – this year our Christmas party will be a Catered Spit Roast at Martin & Marion’s place on 2^nd Dec. Cost to members of $10 per head. RSVP date of 18^th Nov. Flyer will be available next month. Thanks to Martin & Marion for the use of their deck.

Coffs AGM – We have been asked for numbers and accommodation requirements for organising committee. Quite a number of people put their hand up so we should have a good turn up for the event.

We will look at creating an AGM committee of our own when it gets closer for organisation. To get gear to Coffs - Danny has a trailer available if someone wants to tow it.

Stay Upright - This is a definite event as we have the required numbers with some from other branches. Kevin needs payment from those planning to attend. Please contact Kevin to organise this or for more info - Kevin Couter 4739 0297, kevin.couter@bluemountains-ulysses.com

We have been advised that members can attend the theory night (Fri 24^th Nov) for free and pillions can attend the ride day but will have to supply their own lunch.

Ride Report - Robert gave a report about the visit from Margie Bath with the Prostate tour who joined them on the Nowra run. It seems that to keep your prostate healthy you need to take coconut oil, zinc and have sex 3 times a week. How’s that for a prescription!

Member’s details - just a reminder to keep your details up to date so we can keep you informed. If you wish to be removed from our list please contact Julie 4782 4331, julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Social Night - Our social this month is at Robert’s - 17 Summer Rd, Faulconbridge

When: 23^rd September Time: 6.30pm Cost: $10

RSVP: 19^th Sept 4751 2549 robert.stanton@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Upcoming Rides and Events

Ulysses Memorial Ride – Sun 10th Sept – meet at Blaxland Maccas then head to Narellan

Nepean 2009 AGM Meet & Greet – Sun 15^th Oct – to show us the venues and plans and also looking for volunteers. RSVP 9^th Oct to Julie 4782 4331, julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com if you are interested in attending.

Pink Ribbon - 22nd October, registrations are now open – there are special badges for early registration – cost increase this year, $15 for rider, $10 for pillion

Molong motorcycle awareness ride – Sun 5th Nov - more details to come

Macarthur Branch Salvation Army Christmas Appeal. - toy run - Sunday the 3rd of December 2006 - leaving McDonalds Narellan at 11.00 am for a short ride travelling to Campbelltown to hand over toys to the salvos. There will be a sausage sizzle with all proceeds going to The Salvation Army.

Greg Petley is looking for anyone interested in joining a bike display at St John’s Anglican Church Spring Fair, Wilberforce this weekend. For more info please contact Greg - 4739 2584

Safe riding

BMU Committee

General Meeting Notes – August 1

A good turn up this month, we even had to find extra chairs. We had a couple of visitors, Dave Robertson for the Arthritis Research Task Force and Yvour Hingee – Managing Director of Hit-Air Australia. We welcomed David Watkin as a new member.

Notices / Mail

Notice from Trevor Northwood of the Macarthur branch advising of -Salvation Army Christmas Appeal Toy Run and Sausage Sizzle on Sunday December 3 – more details as this gets closer.

Rally notices – upcoming rallies include:-

The Ghost Town Rally, Broken Hill Sept 8 – 10

Sunshine Coast Odyssey, Sept 15 – 18

Thunder Rally, October 7-8

Peak Hill’s Spit & Spud, Oct 20 – 22

If you want further info on any of these rallies please contact Julie – 47824 331, julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Club Shirts – some that were ordered still need to be collected and anyone that hasn’t ordered one but would like one we have some for sale at our meetings, see Kerri, our Quartermaster. Any shirts not collected will go on the table for sale.

Stay Upright Reminder Kevin has organized some road craft training on Friday November 24 (Friday night at the SAD Club) and Monday the 27^th (Oran Park). This is a Ulysses only event and the cost is $340 (total cost of $280 after the $60 reimbursement from Ulysses). If you wish to attend Kevin needs the full payment to hold a place no later than next month’s meeting. This will be opened up to other branches from this week.

There are prizes on the day, the major prize is a cornering & braking course valued at $300 for the most improved rider on the day. For more info contact Kevin – 4739 0297, Kevin.couter@bluemountains-ulysses.com

October Long Weekend Overnighter to Coonabarabran 30^th Sept, 1 & 2 of October – 30 starters coming along for the ride to see the stars….. accommodation is filing fast. For more info contact Martin – 4754 3283. Please advise Martin if you are planning to attend and have booked your accommodation.

The Hawkesbury Branch Sports Challenge….T-Ball – guys, girls – Please come along to play or support the BMU next Sunday 6^th Aug, 10am at Warragamba Dam. Even if you don’t want to play please come and support the rest of us – we may need carrying off the field!!

We are meeting at Maccas at 9am.

Club shirts if you have them, black top if possible if you don’t, sneakers (unless you want to run in bike boots!). There are BBQ facilities at the grounds so don’t forget to bring along some grub for lunch and something to drink. The club will be providing some drinks in the form of poppers or water.

For anyone making their own way to Warragamba we will be meeting behind the Tourist Information at the Oval. If it starts raining we’ll be in the Warragamba Worker’s Club.

Social Night – Saturday August 19 – no takers as yet….. anyone willing to put their hand up please let a committee member know otherwise we will come up with something and let everyone know.

Well done to Kevin & Karen on our Xmas in July – it was a fantastic night with delicious food and all the trimmings.

Upcoming ride – Nowra Air Museum on Saturday Aug 26, leaves at 8am there is an entry fee of $12.50, and a concession for pensioners. Ride leader is Robert – 4751 2549

John’s “Getting To Know You Interview” - this month saw John doing one of his famous interviews with Daryll & Jenni Lundie. We found out a few things we didn’t know about our webmaster and his lovely wife, just don’t ask Daz about bee keeping – all of his are dead!

Arthritis Donation Presentation - Many of you attended the BMU Trivia Night where we raised money for the branch and the Arthritis Research Task Force and tonight we presented the cheque to Dave & Sherry Robertson. Dave explained where the money goes and how much has been raised by the Ulysses Club – purely from donations - $188,000 in 3 years.

Guest Speaker – We had a guest speaker this month, Yvour Hingee – Managing Director of Hit-Air Australia who showed us the Airbag jackets. Rolf was the Guinea Pig and was more than happy to “cop a feel” from everyone as he wandered the room to display the jacket in full bloom.

Check out the next Riding On or the website – www.hitairaustralia.com for more info.

Next Meeting - 5^th Sept. We have Max from Pinlock coming along to show us his product. Bring your helmet if you wish to purchase one ($40) and Max will fit it. Some of our members already have these on their helmets (Julie, Daz and a couple more) so if you want to know more before the meeting ask these members.

See you next Sunday at T-Ball

Singleton Ride July 29 2006

And there were:

Ride leader Stewart
Brian
Martin (Marion was on Nana duties)
Andrew (Sue thought it would be too cold)
Jacques and Carla
Thomas
(Eu)gene
Wayne and Janelle
Jim (Frances was sleeping)
Jim’s mate Tom
Joe
Trip reporter Karen and Kevin

And the weather – absolutely glorious, fine and sunny…

In point of fact, it wasn’t actually a Singleton ride, it was only intended to be a Singleton ride and it actually went to Jerrys Plains. Or maybe Marion and Sue and Frances thought it was really a singleton ride, destination unimportant…

So we met at Blaxland Maccas more or less on time and our intrepid leader Stewart outlined where we were going, where we would probably regather if we got scattered, where we would stop enroute, and then we left more or less on time. Via Hawkesbury Road to Agnes Banks, around by the Pecan Farm through North Richmond, Bells Line of Road, Blaxland Ridge Road to the Putty Road, where someone who should remain nameless (but here’s a clue: sounds like Martin) said “go” and the couple at the front opened up a lead over the rest of us, so they were able to order coffees first at Colo Heights.

While the smokers smoked and the drinkers drank (we are advised the coffee here is not up to the M&M standard) the trip route was placed under scrutiny by the leader, and it was decided after discussion and observation of many bikes on the road that Singleton could be overpopulated so maybe a little diversion to that city of cities Jerrys Plains in lieu of Singleton might be a good idea. After all, there’s a pub there and a servo so what else would be needed?

After the smokers had smoked and the drinkers had drunk and the bladders had been emptied, we set off again, but without Jim and Tom who had to return to be in time for their evening engagement. Oh, and Brian was spotted coming out of the Ladies Loo – what was that all about, Brian?

There followed a bit of enthusiastic riding north from Colo Heights to Bulga servo for a regathering, fuel for a couple of cruisers, kitkats for the scribes, and on the way we had noticed the yard at the Halfway House was absolutely crowded with bikes, so yes it was gunna be a good decision to divert to Jerrys Plains. There were several bikes parked at Bulga while the riders refreshed, a couple of ‘busas among them – ah, marvellous machines…

Jerrys Plains pub wasn’t crowded, in fact only six people were there, and one was travelling through on an old Yammie, and two were staff. So our crowd probably did them a favour in occupying their time – gave the staff something to do, and the locals something to talk about J

You know how you have a chat over lunch – so we know that Thomas is still running in his new Suzuki GSX1400 – but he knocked back my offer to ride the next few running in kilometres for him, apparently he really doesn’t want to ride a Hayabusa (I think that was what he said…) but new as Thomas’ new Suzuki is, it’s not as new as Gene’s new VVVulcan. I wrote it like that because it’s a huge V motor. It was only two days old. We asked Gene why and what he rode before that, and his reply was: a ZZR, but I was getting a bit silly on that, so I thought I’d get something a bit slower!!! Yeah yeah, the new one is only 2 litre displacement!! J

Our next regathering point was across the road at the servo, so after an hour and a half of chat, laughter, lemon squashes and steak sandwiches and fishnchips and similar, we regathered there and refuelled. Following the ride leader we then departed for the Halfway House for hot chocolate, and yes, we behaved on the road more or less and no there wasn’t a big crowd, probably another half dozen bikes and no there is not much chocolate in the hot chocolates.

There followed another run at more or less legal speeds until we regathered at the turn to Blaxland Ridge Road. Some continued straight ahead at this stage, but most of us retraced our steps (or wheel tracks) and pulled up at Hawkesbury Heights to say farewells, and a big Thank You to Stewart for leading the ride in such exemplary fashion, even down to organising perfect weather, good humour, dry roads and little traffic!

Social gathering for July – Christmas in July at Karen and Kevins

It really looked as though it was going to be a small gathering – only a week to go, and less than a dozen names down…and then it looked like it was gunna be bigger than Ben Hur, and the chief started worrying about enough food and probability of rain and where would everyone sit and would there be too many and how many is too many?

In the end it was a well-attended night, possibly one of the best crowds for a social night, full of good humour and good wishes – just like Christmas really J

We put a leg of pork and a topside roast into the BBQ about 3pm and kept an eye on the temperature and drinks level. And from then on, people started turning up to help.

Marion and Martin Greaves brought braziers, heat beads, firestarters, but no matches, a huge cauldron of home-made pumpkin soup and a big pile of bon-bons.

Robert Stanton turned up and demonstrated the length and breadth of his Army training by peeling a big pot of spuds to bake. Oh, and Robert brought his sister too.

Allan and Collen Ahern brought a Christmas pud, as did Richard and Julie Mason.

Julie and Phil Plimmer brought an assortment of hand-made “Jealous Jack” jewellery for gifts.

Who else?

Julie and Ron aka John Hawkins
Chuck and Catriona Coull
Stewart Ivin
Kathy and Mal Waugh
Carla and Jacques Horninge
Elaine and Warren Bowman
Daryll and Jen Lundie
Frances and Jim Hill-Murray
Denise and Adriaan Winton
Andrew and Sue Hall
Janelle and Wayne Benge
Danny and Kerri Ward

Julie and Catriona and Kathy were big helpers in the kitchen. Chuck mostly stood in the way…Ron and Mal helped with the beer tasting – you can do that when you have booked a bed J

The ladies supervised the roasting of vegies, serving of gluhwein, serving dippy cobs, stuffing of pumpkins, and, and, and…geez it was terrific…

So we stood and sat and chatted and ate and drank and bullshitted and laughed and mingled and popped bon-bons and ate and drank and put on silly hats and played with toys and ate and drank until quite late except we had to do an early taste test for Jim and Frances who had to leave early, and after we had done all that for some time, some of us did it for a bit longer...

So, from our point of view it was a really terrific night, it was great to see some faces new to social nights, some faces new to Blue Mountains branch, and we hope to see lots of them again at the next functions.

General Meeting Notes– July 4

We had a good turn up and a few visitors from Nepean Branch to bring us up to date with what’s happening for the 2009 AGM

General Business:

Historic bike rego – Ulysses Club NSW has been accepted for conditional registration meaning that motorbikes over 30 years old (motor and frame) can be registered and ridden to calendar events only. If you are interested in finding out more please contact Julie for information – 4782 4331 julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses

Shirts – are in and available for collection – if you wish to collect your shirts before the next meeting please call Julie to arrange pick-up – 4782 4331

T-Ball practice session – to give us a chance against Hawkesbury Branch on the 6^th August we are having a practice session:
When: Sun 9^th July (this Sunday)
Where: oval at the end of Rickard Rd (Warrimoo Oval) Warrimoo
Time: 10.30am

This will be followed by a BBQ lunch at Chuck & Catriana’s place – 118 Rickard Rd, at a cost of $5 per head. Please let Chuck know if you plan on attending the BBQ – 4753 6088

Stay Upright reminder –
Kevin has organised this course specifically for our members so if you are interested please contact Kevin ASAP – 4739 0297 kevin.couter@bluemountains-ulysses.com

A deposit is required to hold a position on the course and this needs to be paid as soon as possible. It is also possible to pay off the full fee, please contact Kevin for details.

When: November 27th (Monday) 2006 - the talking part at SAD club on the prior Friday night (24th) just a couple of hours
Cost: $340 including GST - $60 reimbursed from Ulysses

Deposit required by: No later than October meeting with full payment by Nov
Numbers: 20 - 30 people can attend (currently at 12)
First in with the dollars gets the preferences...
This is to learn Road craft not racing

We will be inviting other branch members next week so get your name in now if you want to go.

AGM 2009 Update –We were given an update from Nepean Branch this month about what’s happening with the 2009 AGM. Sometime soon more details will be available and a web site will be up and running. Volunteers will be needed to help in all areas so anyone interested watch this space.

Upcoming Rides and events

Tarana lunch run - Sat July 8 - Karen to lead from the rear seat. (a true case of back seat driving!)

- 4739 0297 for more info

Please Note this ride has a 10 am start from Blaxland Maccas

Coonabarabran Weekend –

Ø October Long Weekend – 30^th Sep to 2^nd Oct

Ø Three day trip to see the stars – flyer attached/included with this mailout

Ø Please let Martin know if you will be going

Ø Contact the motel directly to book your accommodation – would suggest you do this as soon as possible as the weekend is the start of the school holidays

July Social – 22^nd July - Xmas in July at Kevin and Karen’s place

Where: 5B Burfitt Pde, Glenbrook

Time: 6.30 pm

Cost: $10 per head

RSVP: 18^th July – 4739 0297, kevin.couter@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Next General Meeting -Aug 1^st – BBQ 7pm, meeting 8pm

Meeting Notes – 6^th June 06

Another good turn out this month with a few new faces – some have ridden with us but this was their first meeting.

We had a special guest this month – Jason Hooker from the ANZ bank who brought along a giant cheque for $2000 to be donated to the Arthritis Research Taskforce (ART).

Ride Protocols.

On advice from NATCOM we will no longer have ride protocols as such. We do ask that riders start with a full tank and ride safely and to their own capabilities however.

Stay Upright

Kevin is organising a Stay Upright course for interested members. This will be in November and will be added to the ride calendar as soon as dates are confirmed. It will be mid week and arranged specifically for Ulysses members.

Cost: $340 with $60 reimbursed from Ulysses.

Contact Kevin Couter - 4739 0297, kev11e@iprimus.com.au for further information.

Trivia

What a huge success this was! We had over 170 attendees with members from Orange, Eastern Creek, Bathurst, Stephen Dearnley #1, Jack Lewin #3, Klaus Peemoller #17 and some NATCOM members including President Kim Kennerson and wife Jenny.

We will be donating $1280 along with the $2000 from ANZ to ART.

The night was extremely well organised – we have even received compliments from professional trivia night organisers. We also received a letter of appreciation from Stephen Dearnley.

Thanks go to Daryll Lundie & Danny Ward for the amount of work they put in to make it such a success and it wouldn’t have worked without the excellent scoring from Jenni Lundie, Kerri Ward and helpers Amy & Natalie who also provided music during the breaks. Certificates were presented to those involved and also to sponsors who included Warren & Elaine Bowman.

Next year is booked for Sat 17^th March.

The Morning After the Night Before.

On Sunday after Trivia we had a BBQ breakfast and it went down very well. This was followed by a ride to Bathurst to see some members on their way home. From feedback received both events were enjoyed thoroughly by those in attendance.

Rides.

Our new ride calendar will be up on the web shortly so keep watching. We have a few new destinations coming up so we hope members enjoy them.

We have had some good rides in recent weeks and look forward to many more. We would like members to provide feedback so we know we are getting things right.

Upcoming events.

Social Night – dinner and hang around to hear Backbeat play (Jim’s group)

Date: 17^th June 06

Venue: Royal Hotel, Springwood

Time: 7 pm

RSVP: 15^th June - Julie, 4782 4331, julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Meeting notes – 4^th April 06

What a great turn up – we had about fifty odd people in the room. There were new faces, many had come after meeting us in Springwood on Saturday. There were a few old faces we haven’t seen for a while and Driz is back. We had visitors from Eastern Creek (checking us out for the trivia night maybe? I (Julie) won the bottle of wine for the Heads and Tails so there’s hope for BMU on the night!) The BBQ was a great success.

Treasury

Karen Carmen has taken over as Treasurer and we have changed banks to avoid fees. Thanks to Warren for his job well done over the last twelve months.

Springwood Foundation Day

What a great day! We had 28 bikes in the parade & about thirty odd bikes over the course of the day. Angus did us proud with publicity when he took a 70 odd year old lady for a spin in the sidecar then carried her in the parade. We tied a Ulysses logo to her walking frame and made her an honorary member for the day.

We gave out stickers, information and membership forms – the most yet. It was a great display of bikes and several kids had photos taken sitting on Jim’s bike. Karen did an interview for a local radio station (Daz is going to put this on the web site) and an excellent job she did.

It was nice to see some spouses and partners there also – we’d really like to see you more often.

To all who attended and helped a great big thank you – looking forward to next year.

Wednesday Rides

Rolf gave us a ride report for the Wed mob and it seems they have a great time visiting places like Lucas Heights. Apparently Noel likes to find different things to go and see. If you want to join them meet at Maccas at 9am on Wed morning.

To quote Rolf “we’re a complete bunch of idiots!”

Trivia Night

We have twenty tables booked with members from Eastern Creek & Orange joining us and possibly still more to come. We will be having a breakfast & ride on the Sunday after - more details as it gets closer.

We have tyres from ProCycles, Jacket, pants, gloves & vouchers from the Motorcycle Superstore, phones from Nokia, bears from Russ Bears, gear from Pens Plus and much more.

Anyone who plans to attend but hasn’t booked a seat or table should do it now – we are reaching room capacity and will have to stop bookings soon. Remember you don’t have to fill a table we do have odd seats available.

On the night we will need hands to set-up so anyone willing please let a committee member know.

Special Event – 6^th May

Eastern Creek are taking part in a Shave for a Cure for leukaemia. This will be at Action Motorcycles at Parramatta. Kevin their secretary has agreed to shave of his beard and mo that he has had since his teenage years – could be interesting.

Danny offered $500 to see Chuck bald so Chuck has agreed to do it. I think we should offer our support in the form of taking photos, laughing, cheering etc. Have been informed that one of us could even hold the clippers! More details as they come in.

Fines

Fines were back this meeting and boy did they get used – especially by those who went to Tassie, things like not being able to start the bike on the boat, giving false directions. It was decided to donate tonight’s collection to the above event (Shave for a Cure for leukaemia) so Driz was given the Police hat. We collected $112 dollars.

Shirts.

We are now taking orders for our new shirts. These are available in Polo (with loose pocket for those who want to attach one), t-shirt and long sleeved t-shirt. We also have a sleeveless fleecy vest available – very good quality and very warm. Contact Julie for more info or to place an order. Julie – 4782 4331 julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Upcoming events.

Millthorpe Ride – Sun 9^th April

A run to Lithgow for coffee then we wind our way along the back roads to Millthorpe pub for lunch ($8.50 roast lunch and hot fire in case it's cold - but it's not going to rain, hail, sleet or snow!!!). Info – Ron – 4782 4331.

Social Night – Dinner at the Plimmers – 22^nd April

Cost $10 per head

RSVP: 18^th April

Grog: BYO

Where: 106 Pyramid St, Emu Plains

Ph: 4735 4918

Email: pplimmer@bigpond.net.au

Safe riding and hope to see you out there.

Meeting Notes - March 06

Considering many of our members are in Tassie at the AGM we had a good turn up with a couple of new faces and some faces we don’t see often enough.

This month we started a new meeting structure to bring back the fun by introducing co-hosts, on time starts and a drinks break after about 40 mins and a get to know everyone session. It seemed to work well and those attending apparently had fun.

After many requests we are also bringing back the fine system with a few changes, such as only one fine per member per night (doesn’t mean you will only get bagged once per night) and coin only (of any denomination).

Feedback is most welcome so we can make the meetings more enjoyable.

Shirts

Due to our shirts no longer being made we had to find a new design. The design we have chosen is available in polo and t-shirt. We also have a long sleeve option. The Polo style comes with a loose pocket for those who wish to attach one.

Cost – over 50 shirts Polos $36 Ts $26 Long $30

Under 50 shirts Polos $38 Ts $28.50 Long $32.50

We have dropped the names so we can have some on the table for sale at meetings.

Orders are being taken now.

Springwood Foundation Day – Sat 1^st April

We are taking part again this year and would like an idea of how many will be attending - let Julie know Ph: 4782 4331 or email - julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Stall will be manned all day by several members but everyone is welcome and encouraged to come along – even if it is only for an hour or to take part in the parade. It is a great day and gives us the opportunity to spread the word about the Ulysses Club. Kids and grandkids love looking at the bikes and family members are welcome.

We need bikes on display at the stall and to take part in the parade. We had 24 bikes in the parade last year so hopefully we can do the same or better this year. We are also hoping that some members will be willing to let children or adults have their pictures taken on the bikes (we had numerous requests for this last year).

Set-up from 7.30 am finished at 4.30 pm. At the end of Greenway lane in front of the Post Office (like previous years) access during the day for bikes is via Greenway lane.

Trivia Night – 13^th May

Our Trivia night is on again and we already have 12 tables booked. This was a fantastic night last year with some great prizes – even better this year. We would really like our members to outnumber the members from other branches this year.

We have some extra special guests this year – old No.1 Stephen Dearnley, No.3 Jack (John) Lewin and our own No.17 Klaus Peemoller.

We have some other sponsors this year which may include The Motorcycle Superstore, Nokia, IGA Springwood, BMW, ANZ Bank, local butchers and other businesses.

Any BMU members who wish to come but can’t fill a table there are seats available on other members tables and we have at least one BMU table possibly two so please don’t miss it because you are concerned about not knowing people on your table.

Cost is $10 per head with ten to a table.

Social nights

There is no social this month due to the AGM but we do need hands up for anyone willing to host a social at their home. If you are willing could you please let the committee know.

Ride Calendar

There have been a couple of last minute changes to the ride calendar that are not updated on the web site (our web master is in Tassie)

This Saturday’s ride is to Kangaroo Valley – not Talawa Dam as advertised (Talawa ride will be rescheduled) Wayne is the new ride leader – Ph: 02 9676 7035

The Halfway House ride on Sun Mar 19 has a new ride leader – Wayne - Ph: 02 9676 7035 (Robert will not be back from Tassie in time)

The Turon Ride on Sun March 26 has been changed to a Rider’s Choice on Sat 25^th March – meet at Maccas and decide on the destination.

Next Meeting – 4^th April

Our next meeting will include a pre meeting BBQ form 7pm (it would be nice if you could let us know you are coming for the BBQ). Your hosts will be Danny & Daryll with what we are sure will be a very entertaining wrap up of the Ulysses AGM.

Safe riding and hope to see you out there.

Meeting Notes – 7^th Feb 2006

Had a good turn up with about eight new faces.

Elections

A new committee was elected tonight as follows:

Julie Hawkins 4782 4331 julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Danny Ward 4759 1999 danny.ward@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Robert Stanton 4751 2549 robert.stanton@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Warren Bowman 4751 5055 warren.bowman@bluemountains-ulysses.com

John Webb 4757 1444 email to be confirmed

Frances Hill-Murray 4758 6712 email to be confirmed

Kevin Couter 4739 0297 email to be confirmed

Karen Carman 4739 0297 email to be confirmed

Daryll Lundie 4739 8536 email to be confirmed

Kerri Ward will be staying on as Quartermaster

We appreciate the work done by the retiring committee members and welcome the new committee members.

Shirts

We are no longer able to get our shirts so we will be looking for new ones. Suggestions for the new shirts are:

Pockets;
no names to allow us to have them for sale at meetings;
our logo on the front, the Old Man on the sleeves and Ulysses printed on the collar and cuffs;

a different, cooler fabric

something close to what we have now in colour

If members have any suggestions please forward them to a committee member.

Trivia night – 13^th May 2006

The hall is booked and ticket sales are starting. This was a great night last year and other groups are already asking for tickets.

This year we would really like to see more of our members attending – out of 100 plus last year only twenty were BMUs. It’s worth attending just to see Catriana get her bra off in record time!

We are also asking members to approach any contacts they may have for prizes – any type of business that could possibly assist such as fruit shops, butchers, grog shops, accommodation venues, restaurants, motorcycle shops, or if you have a business and are willing to donate a prize. We will hopefully have some major prizes like last year such as mobile phones but if members can assist it would be great.

Please mark the date – gather your friends or family and fill a table.

Tickets $10 per head – ten to a table.

Foundation Day – 1^st April 2006

Yep, it’s here again. Anyone interested in helping out, putting their bike on display, taking part in the parade please let Julie know. Come for an hour, come for the day, we always have a good time spreading the word about Ulysses and motorcycle riding.

Julie 4782 4331 julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Social

This months social is at Kevin & Karen’s (maybe curry)

When: 18^th Feb 2006

Where: 5B Burfitt Pde, Glenbrook

Time 6.30 pm

Cost $10 per head

RSVP: 15^th Feb 2006 – 4739 0297 kev11e@iprimus.com.au

We need volunteers for future socials so if you are interested in hosting a social night or would rather go to a restaurant please let the committee know.

Who was it who:

Got 400 mtrs from home, broke down, called for help from a fellow member but the problem couldn’t be fixed so had to wait 3 hrs for a tow truck?

Had 300 kms on the trip meter of a Virago but didn’t stop for fuel?

Rides

This Saturdays ride is to Mt Kiera – ride leader is Wayne 029676 7035 .

Booklet

The idea has been put forward to create a Riding in the Blue Mountains booklet for motorcyclists. The idea is to cover the area on the mountains, around Oberon and possibly out to Rylstone and Bathurst. Stewart Ivin put forward the idea so if anyone is interested in helping please contact a committee member or Stewart on 4751 1497 or 0412 258 622. There are ways to get assistance with this through bodies such as the Motorcycle Council and Blue Mts Council apparently has a Traffic Officer who may be able to help.

Safe Riding

BMU committee

Meeting notes – 6^th Dec 2005

We had a good turn up this month and a delicious BBQ – thanks to Chuck and Robert for their efforts.

No new faces this month but a couple of old faces we haven’t seen for a while.

We had a couple of Guest Speakers this month –

Guy Stanton from the Motorcycle Council of NSW who gave some details on what the Council does and some issues they are currently involved with. You can check out more on the MCC Web site – www.mccofnsw.org.au

Brad Cox, a local member who is involved with the Annual MRA Toy Run (details below).

Next Meeting - Elections

Our next meeting is 7^th Feb 2006. This is also our group AGM and time for committee elections. Nomination forms are attached in PDF and Word format. Forms must be returned by or at the meeting in Feb (see form for details). Nominations will be taken at the meeting but the forms will make it possible for those who can’t attend to have a vote.

Christmas Social – 17^th Dec King Henry’s Court Penrith.

There are still some seats available for the social – any unused seats will be cancelled next Monday so if you want to go now is your last chance. Contact Julie - 02 4782 4331.

Ride Co-ordinators Meeting

7.30 pm Tues 13^th Dec is the date for the Ride Co-ordinators Meeting, to be held at Springwood Bowling Club. All members are welcome to attend and put forward ideas. We will also be finalising our ride protocols and ride leader protocols. A ride calendar for January will be sent out once rides are in place.

Trivia Night

Planning is starting for our next Trivia night in May – the last one was a huge success. Anyone wanting help with planning, prize organisation and everything else that is involved with organising an event like this please let a committee member know. It would be nice if we could have a better showing this year as last year we were outnumbered by other Ulysses Groups.

Ulysses AGM 2006

There will be a meeting for those going to the AGM in Tassie on Mon 6^th Feb to discuss and organise what will be happening with our group during the AGM.

Other business.

We may have to change our club shirts as the current design is no longer being made – more information on this as we work it out.

Danny sent a letter and a couple of our pins on behalf of Blue Mountains Ulysses to the newly formed Norway Group to welcome them into the Ulysses family.

The trailer that was discussed earlier this year is now available for the club to purchase. Warren will have his available for the Feb meeting so we can check it out.

The Yearbook will be available at the Feb meeting at a cost of $25 - $35. It contains about 100 pages with photos, ride reports, newsletters and a member’s gallery. If you wish to purchase one please let Julie know – 4782 4331.

Upcoming Events

Annual MRA Children’s Charity Toy Run – Sun 11^th Dec (rain, hail or shine)

Meet at 7.30 am, St Thomas Aquinas Primary School, Hawkesbury Rd, Winmalee Then travel to Bikers Australia Shed at Smithfield for a BBQ breakfast then on to Horsley Park for toy handover and more events.

Please bring a toy or toys for the kids – NO soft toys (or adult toys) please.

Motorcycle Awareness Ride – 28^th Jan 2006

Meet at Uncle Leo’s Roadhouse, Hume Hwy, The Crossroads to leave at 9.30 am for a run to Canberra for an organised ride and events.

We wish you all a merry Christmas and a safe and happy New Year.

See you out there and safe riding.

The Committee

Blue Mountains Ulysses.

Meeting notes – Nov 05

Phil hosted this months meeting with his usual style and grace.

There were no new faces and apologies from Daryll and Jenni and Chuck.

Upcoming events –

For the following events contact Julie 02 4782 4331, julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Mudgee – 12^th/13^th Nov - anyone else wants to go need to know now – see flyer either on the web site or attached to the ride calendar.

Xmas social – at King Henry’s Court 17^th Dec – only 15 seats left - flyer and menu on the web or attached to the ride calendar. Anyone wanting to go needs to let Julie know ASAP.

Nov Social – Sat 19^th Nov

Katoomba RSL for dinner then listening to Backbeat (Jim’s band)

Time - 6.30 pm RSVP – Mon 14^th Nov

General Business

Pink Ribbon Report

As a group we raised $1095, Michael Jackson won sponsored rider prize and we would like to know how he got the big pink basket home! Once again was a great day and it didn’t rain!

Yearbook

We are putting together a Yearbook with photos, ride reports and anything else members think should be in it. A sample will be available at the Dec meeting so we can get an idea of how many we will need. There will be a cost for these books and the cost is yet to be determined. Books will be available for purchase at the Feb meeting.

Sections will include – rides (Weekend/Wed); Special Events (Bums Day, Wedding); Socials; AGM; Won’t do that again; Odds & sods and members with their beasts.(not talking about the wives here!)

If anyone has anything they want to put in Julie needs it by the Dec meeting (6^th Dec)

Guest speaker

Miles Davis from Cycle Torque Magazine who gave us some stories and information on rider training as well as some copies of Cycle Torque Magazine.

Ride co-ordinators meeting

This will be some time in Dec to prepare a calendar for 2006. If you are interested in attending please let Julie know so you can be informed of the date. We will also be discussing ride protocols and ride leader protocols

Next Meeting

The Dec meeting will be a BBQ and Guy Stanton from the MCC will be our guest speaker.

General Meeting 4^th Oct 05

Welcome & New Members Tom & Jim. Apologies from Chuck & Catriana (in Queensland)and Martin & Marion.

New Quartermaster

Janelle regrettably is too sick to continue so Kerri will be taking over as Quartermaster and door person. Thanks very much to Janelle who has been in this position for two and half years, our appreciation was shown with the presentation of a gift. Thanks also to Kerri for stepping into the position.

Reminder – please pick up a calendar or check the web site for rides, events and updates. Don’t rely on someone else to tell you what’s happening. If you attend a meeting please sign in so we don’t double up on paperwork.

Mail in

Flyers for Merriwa Rally – 21 – 23 October (Pink Ribbon weekend) If you want more details please contact Julie – 4782 4331.

Motorcycle Awareness Ride – Sun 30^th Oct in Molong. This is to promote motorcycle awareness in the Central West. We have no ride on this date (ride is on the Sat) so some of our members will be riding out to Molong to take part. If you are interested please contact Julie – 4782 4331.

Breakfast Torque – Sun 30^th Oct, Loftus Oval, Loftus. 7 am to 10 am. Free breakfast for riders, free touring booklets, fashion show Safety advice and tips. Guest MC – Jonesy from 101,7 WSFM.

Guest Speaker

Fraqan from Motorcycle Superstore on Windsor Rd, McGraths Hill and his assistant James brought along some gear from their store. They sell parts and accessories and will soon be opening a service section.

Ulysses members normally get a 10% discount from retail prices. From this Tues till Fri he is also offering a 15% discount store wide – mention you are from Blue Mountains Ulysses for this discount.

He also holds a bike market on Sundays for anyone wanting to buy or sell a bike. Information about where to find him etc will be on our web site.

Overnighter - November 12^th & 13^th

Mudgee –to visit Robert Stein’s bike museum and wine tasting. May also visit the Olive Farm.

We can visit Lue Pottery, Rylstone or Turon Technology Museum on the way in or out.

Need numbers ASAP to arrange accommodation – tentative numbers at least. Contact Julie – 4782 4331.

Upcoming rides & events.

Mt Piper – 9^th Oct – there is room for anyone wishing to join the tour through Mt Piper Power Station. Please note that this is an 8 am start - Wayne 9676 7035

Social –Sat 22^nd Oct - M & Ms – Marion and Martin’s place. RSVP – Tues 18^th Oct

Pink Ribbon Ride – Sun 23^rd October. Registration forms & sponsorship forms available. A great day with hundreds of other bikers. Julie – 4782 4331

Rubys – Sat 29^th – sponsored run for coffee and talk from NRMA Insurance rep. Robert – 4751 2549

Ride Co-ordinators meeting after Phillip Island – date TBA. Let Julie know if interested in attending.

Christmas – Sat 17^th Dec

To be held at a venue this year and subsidised by the club. Venue is King Henry’s Court in Penrith at a cost of $35 per person for a 3 course dinner. Subsidy per head will depend on the number attending. See flyer.

Visiting Members

Kev & Jan are visiting from Redcliffe in October and we are planning at least a dinner with them during their stay. Anyone interested in attending please let Julie know – 4782 4331. Will probably be a dinner at Katoomba RSL.

Recommended Business

Moto Colour – Chuck had work done and was extremely impressed. Looking at seeing if rep can attend meeting as a guest speaker. Contact details will be on the website soon.

June Meeting

What a great turn up this month - was it the sausage sizzle or the venue? It was suggested we make the sausage sizzle a regular occurrence as it went over so well.

We welcomed four new members and partners and I didn’t hassle Shamus to join for 18 months - it was only 6 months!

Ulysses Info

The criteria for age badges has changed - mentioned in May Riding On and on the Ulysses web site. A member no longer has to have 9 years membership to qualify for a 60, 70 or 80 age badge. There is also a Long Service Badge being introduced for anyone with ten years or longer membership. More details about availability as they arrive.

There is a fund raising function to raise money for The Arthritis Research Task Force being held on the Friday 1^st July at Castle Hill RSL. Tickets are $15 dollars - $10 goes straight to the Task Force, $5 covers nibbles etc. Anyone interested in attending please contact a committee member to arrange tickets.

General Business

Congratulations and thanks were passed on to Daryll Lundie (Daz) for the excellent job he does with our web site.

Birthday wishes were sent to all those having birthdays this month.

Trivia night report

Our Trivia night was a great success. We raised $1100 for club funds and $500 for donation to the Arthritis Research Task Force from the auction of an $1100 mobile phone.

Catriana Coull won the first person to get to Danny with a women’s bra - you’ve no idea how fast it came off! One woman simply held up her top and said ‘Grab my tit’ to Danny - he gave her a prize anyway!

Phil was not eager to get his undies off even though Julie tried hard to convince him.

Daz gave out a few BMU mugs to mugs, including one he had to follow into the ladies toilets!

A huge thank you goes out to Daz for organising the questions and donating two Nokia mobile phones, Danny for helping and donating the prizes, Jenni and Kerri for scoring and everyone else who assisted in making the night such a success.

The only disappointment was the lack of attendance by our own members - we were outnumbered by Eastern Creek and Sydney who are already asking when the next one is.

Our next one is next year - date to be confirmed - which we are hoping to include as the main event in a weekend meet and greet. We are working on this and anyone interested in helping please contact a committee member.

The Wedding

Janelle and Wayne tied the knot on the 21^st May (same day as the Trivia). Members and friends provided an honour guard of 22 bikes to the church and then to the reception. Janelle and Wayne would like to thank everyone who attended for making their day great.

Guests were asked to make a donation to Winmalee Neighbourhood Centre - where the reception was held - in lieu of gifts and $650 was raised on the day. This was extremely useful as it kept the doors open a bit longer.

Special Request

The Winmalee Neighbourhood Centre is in desperate need of assistance so they can continue to help families and those in need. With this in mind we are asking members to make a donation of food at our July social and our August meeting. Below is a suggested list of items:

Pasta and/or Rice Sauce to go with these

Tinned fruit or fruit in jars

Tuna, salmon or tinned fish

Tinned meats and vegetables

Anything non perishable

A simple can of soup can mean a meal where there otherwise may have been none.

Ride Calendar

There is a ride co-ordinators meeting at 7.30 pm on Tuesday 14^th June at Springwood Bowling Club. Anyone wishing to put forward ride suggestions can either attend or send their suggestions to Julie - 02 4782 4331 or julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com All members are welcome to attend.

June Social

Our social for June is at Gerry and Jane Mitchinsons:

When: 18^th June 2005 (please note this is a week earlier than usual)

Where: 20 Rickard Rd, Warrimoo

Time: 6.30 pm

Cost: $10 per head

RSVP: 14^th June 2005

Ph: 02 4753 6090

Email: mitchig@wahs.nsw.gov.au

Upcoming Rides

Our next ride is a two night weekender to Temora. Members are welcome to join the ride to any point along the way - Lithgow will be our first stop then Blayney and Cowra for lunch. If anyone not already booked into accommodation wishes to come on the weekend trip Julie needs to know now - accommodation is extremely scarce in Cootamundra and Cowra.

The Millthorpe run is on the 19^th June - this is a combination run to Lithgow for coffee then Millthorpe for lunch at the pub. Ron - 02 4782 4331

We have a run to Kiama on the 26^th June - this will have a coffee stop then a meet and greet with Sydney branch in Kiama. Robert - 4751 2549

Ride Safely and hope we see you next month.

Meeting Notes - 8/2/05

We had a good turn out this month - about twenty five members. Apologies were received from several members.

Elections

Tonight was an election night and also a chance to implement some changes. The position of Secretary was formalised and the committee was increased to nine. The decision was made to scrap the split committee as the format wasn’t functioning as well as expected - this means the current committee - new and old will remain in position until February 2006 unless a member stands down. The new committee is as follows:

Julie Hawkins 4782 4331 julie.hawkins@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Warren Bowman 4751 5055 warren.bowman@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Danny Ward 4759 1999 danny.ward@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Chuck Coull 4753 6088 chuck.coull@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Kerri Ward 4759 1999 kerri.ward@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Brian Doherty 4751 3046 brian.doherty@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Catriana Coull 4753 6088 catriana.coull@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Robert Stanton 4751 7323 robert.stanton@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Phil Plimmer 4735 4918 phil.plimmer@bluemountains-ulysses.com

Thank you to those members who voted or put forward suggestions.

AGM Update

A special meeting will be held on Tues 15^th Feb at Springwood Bowling Club to finalise arrangements for the AGM.

Any member planning to attend the AGM has to be registered before the 14^th Feb.

The committee travelled to Canberra for a preview on the 29^th Jan and were very impressed with the organisation, facilities and planning. The Grand Parade which starts from Anzac Parade should be impressive.

Anyone going to the AGM should attend the meeting on the 15^th to get final details about gear loading and transport, the ride down and anything else you need to know.

We have organised Blue Mountains Ulysses AGM shirts and these need to be ordered no later than the 15^th - preferably this week - to have them back in time. If you want to order shirts please contact Julie - 4782 4331 or Kerri - 4759 1999 or attend the meeting next week. We also have available club bucket hats - it was very hot in Canberra and we got badly sunburnt while walking around.

Presentation & announcements

A special presentation was made tonight from the group to Danny for his commitment, generosity and support. We presented him with a Weather Station (he likes to watch the weather) and a framed photo of him on his trike.

We also announced the arrival of Gerry Mitchinson’s first grandson and the upcoming wedding of Janelle & Wayne.

Trivia night.

Our trivia night is now on the 21^st May and tickets are now available.

Cost is $10 per ticket and there are ten seats at each table. Members can buy a single ticket or fill a table with friends or family.

Anyone wanting tickets should contact Kerri - 4759 1999. We will be issuing a challenge to other Ulysses groups to join us so come and support our group and show us just how smart you are.

Change of Venue

This subject has been raised several times now and from tonight’s meeting it seems the majority want to move the meetings back to Springwood - this would be at the Springwood & District Community Club (SAD) and our meetings would have to be moved to the 1^st Tues if we wish to keep Tuesday night as our meeting night.

We will be putting this to members as a vote so please think about this issue and any feedback is appreciated.

Social Nights

The success of our social nights at members homes has been great. Members who have attended are more than happy with the events. The menu is being set by the host so there is a possibility of endless variety not just BBQs.

Our next social is:

Pasta Night at Daryll & Jenni Lundies - 30 Warwick Close, Blaxland East

19^th Feb 6.30 pm

$10 per head

RSVP 16^th Feb - 4739 8536 or dlundie@bigpond.net.au

Please don’t forget about our special AGM meeting on the 15^thFeb.

Safe Riding

Julie Hawkins

On behalf of Ulysses Blue Mountains Committee

Meeting Notes Jan 2005

We hope everyone had a safe and happy Christmas and New Year.

It was nice to see some faces we haven’t seen for a while, Richard Mason - he now rides a scooter that he says is great, Justin put in an appearance and we had a new member (for our branch anyway) Jim Durno - you’ll see him shooting around on the yellow trikes in the upper mountains, not to mention his trike with a Subaru motor in it. Considering it was January and many people are still away we had a good turn up.

General Business

Donation

A huge thank you to Danny & Kerri who made a donation of $3000 of toys to Kids with Cancer on behalf of Blue Mountains Ulysses. For those who are not aware of just how much Danny & Kerri do let me fill you in - they provide all the raffle prizes and other items required by the club for specific functions e.g. marquee for foundation day, paper plates etc. Our thanks go out to them.

Meeting Venue

Suggestion has been made to change our meeting venue and starting time.

At the moment our only option is to move to the Springwood & District Community Club on Lawson Rd (SAD) at Springwood. Springwood Bowling Club will be moving here in July while the main club is being rebuilt. It was also suggested that we start our meetings at 8 pm to allow members more time to get home from work.

Feedback is requested from members so we know if this is what members want

Upcoming Elections:

Danny, Martin & Julie are up for re-election in Feb. Please think about who you would like to see on the committee. This does require some commitment and time. Julie & Danny have agreed to re-stand unless someone specifically wants their positions, Martin has yet to advise us.

It is suggested that we have a permanent secretary position (currently the task carried out by Julie) elected for 2 yrs - either a committee member or separate position for continuity.

Also suggested - possibility of increase in number of committee - 7 to 9 - and increase in committee terms as the overlapping elections only give us six months to work as a team.

If you wish to nominate or vote please attend the meeting or contact a committee member to make your preferences known.

AGM

Dates: 7 - 13 March

This is coming up fast so registrations should be completed ASAP. Anyone camping needs to get a copy of their registration to Danny so he can get our group booking organised.

Trailer room - please try and limit your gear to two bags - i.e. tent & bedding. Personal stuff should be carried on your bike. We have 22 members attending at this point.

Our Committee is attending a preview in Canberra on 30^th Jan and final information and ride organisation will be available next month.

Funds

Our funds are depleted due to Christmas and we need to rebuild then so the suggestion has been made to gather funds from advertising, trivia night etc. Which brings us to the next point -

Newsletter

The suggestion has been made to produce a seasonal/quarterly newsletter. This would include ride reports, calendars, photos, member’s submissions and advertising. This would be available in printed form and on the web site. This is will benefit those members who do not have access to the web site by providing them with ride reports and photos. Any ideas and suggestions are welcome

New Ulysses Web Site

The new main Ulysses web site is up and running - members will need to re-register to access forums etc. Make sure your membership is current or access is denied (ask Chuck)

Shirts

We have been asked for shirts with pockets so Janelle will be arranging samples - current shirt not available with pockets. If you have any preference for colour please let us know.

Upcoming Social Events

We will be continuing with the idea of BBQs on alternate months but we need members who are willing to host a BBQ at their home. Please let a committee member know if you are willing to do this. We had a great time at the inaugural BBQ and everyone agreed it was a good idea.

Chucks Wagon

â 22^nd January

â $10 per head

â RSVP Chuck - 4753 6088 by 18^th Jan

Trivia night

â 19^th Feb at the SAD Club

â we will be approaching other Ulysses branches to organise a little friendly competition or you can bring family and friends along.

â tables of 10 at $10 per head (members can buy individual tickets and join a table)

â please advise if you need tickets so we have an idea of how many to print.

Upcoming Events

Springwood Foundation Day

â On 2^nd April - organising to begin soon.

â Members should think about putting bikes on display, helping on the stall and taking part in parade. This was a great day last year so join the fun and come along. (it was suggested that Ducatis are not good in parades - last year the only Ducati entered had to have it's clutch replaced after the parade)

We have been asked if we can provide bikes for a wedding on Fri 21^st Jan. If you can help with this or want more info please contact Chuck - chuck.coull@bluemountains-ulysses.com or 4753 6088. Bikes will be needed for the afternoon till about 5 pm.

Safe riding

Julie Hawkins

On behalf of Ulysses Blue Mountains Committee