WOMEN'S PIONEER SOCIETY 20 MARCH SYDNEY LIVING MUSEUM TOUR 26 MARCH JAZZ NIGHT 01 MARCH RACA NEWS MARCH 2019 LADIES COMMITTEE LUNCHEON 25 MARCH Iconic Concours d’Elegance Showcase Arrives at Sydney Harbour The inaugural Sydney Harbour Concours d’Elegance powered by Ferrari will take place at Lindesay, a National Trust Property from Thursday, 7 March – Saturday, 9 March 2019. The event will see 29 of Australia’s finest motor vehicles set against a stunning backdrop of Sydney Harbour as they are displayed on the lawns of the 1834 built, Lindesay. Featured in the showcase will be an outstanding range of wonderful rare and historic Veteran, Edwardian, Vintage, Classic and Modern Classic automobiles. Foremost amongst these will be a stunning collection of Ferraris, including a very special surprise straight from the Factory in Maranello. Founder of the Sydney Harbour Concours d’Elegance and international concours judge, James Nicholls, commented, “The weekend will be full of colour and excitement as the curated collection of beautiful coach-built motor cars are set against the spectacular vistas of Sydney Harbour. With the support of Ferrari and our other partners, our aim is to replicate the glamour and style of haute-automobilisme seen at the Concours d’Elegance of Europe on Australian shores.” Just some of the vehicles appearing at the Sydney Harbour Concours d’Elegance include the rare multi-million dollar 1994 McLaren F1, the Rolls-Royce Phantom II that was once the property of the owner of the ill-fated Titanic; the equal-powered road-going version of the Bathurst lap record-breaking Brabham BT62, which will be on hand to celebrate Sir Jack Braham’s remarkable achievement of winning the 1959 Formula One World Championship; and the very first Bentley to run at the very first Le Mans 24-Hour race in 1923. “We’ll be celebrating a number of milestones and icons throughout the Sydney Harbour Concours d’Elegance, including the 60th anniversary of the iconic Mini; the Australian arrival of a very special Ferrari from Maranello; Bentley’s 100th anniversary; and 60 years since the first Australian to be crowned Formula 1 GP Champion. It’s going to be a wonderful weekend as we bring this grand celebration to the picturesque shores of Sydney Harbour,” added Nicholls. For further details on the event head to www.sydneyharbourconcours.com Royal Automobile Club of Australia Incorporating Imperial Service Club Limited ABN 44 000 016 044 89 Macquarie St, Sydney NSW 2000 Australia T: (02) 8273 2300 F: (02) 8273 2301 [email protected]www.raca.com.au
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WOMEN'S PIONEER SOCIETY20 MARCH
SYDNEY LIVING MUSEUM TOUR26 MARCH
JAZZ NIGHT01 MARCH
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LADIES COMMITTEE LUNCHEON25 MARCH
Iconic Concours d’Elegance Showcase Arrives at Sydney Harbour
The inaugural Sydney Harbour Concours d’Elegance powered by Ferrari will take place at Lindesay, a National Trust Property from Thursday, 7 March – Saturday, 9 March 2019.
The event will see 29 of Australia’s finest motor vehicles set against a stunning backdrop of Sydney Harbour as they are displayed on the lawns of the 1834 built, Lindesay. Featured in the showcase will be an outstanding range of wonderful rare and historic Veteran, Edwardian, Vintage, Classic and Modern Classic automobiles. Foremost amongst these will be a stunning collection of Ferraris, including a very special surprise straight from the Factory in Maranello.
Founder of the Sydney Harbour Concours d’Elegance and international concours judge, James Nicholls, commented, “The weekend will be full of colour and excitement as the curated collection of beautiful coach-built motor cars are set against the spectacular vistas of Sydney Harbour. With the support of Ferrari and our other partners, our aim is to replicate the glamour and style of haute-automobilisme seen at the Concours d’Elegance of Europe on Australian shores.”
Just some of the vehicles appearing at the Sydney Harbour Concours d’Elegance include the rare multi-million dollar 1994 McLaren F1, the Rolls-Royce Phantom II that was once the property of the owner of the ill-fated Titanic; the equal-powered road-going version of the Bathurst lap record-breaking Brabham BT62, which will be on hand to celebrate Sir Jack Braham’s remarkable achievement of winning the 1959 Formula One World Championship; and the very first Bentley to run at the very first Le Mans 24-Hour race in 1923.
“We’ll be celebrating a number of milestones and icons throughout the Sydney Harbour Concours d’Elegance, including the 60th anniversary of the iconic Mini; the Australian arrival of a very special Ferrari from Maranello; Bentley’s 100th anniversary; and 60 years since the first Australian to be crowned Formula 1 GP Champion. It’s going to be a wonderful weekend as we bring this grand celebration to the picturesque shores of Sydney Harbour,” added Nicholls.
For further details on the event head to www.sydneyharbourconcours.com Royal Automobile Club of Australia Incorporating Imperial Service Club Limited ABN 44 000 016 04489 Macquarie St, Sydney NSW 2000 Australia T: (02) 8273 2300 F: (02) 8273 2301 [email protected] www.raca.com.au
CORKS 'N FORKSDear Members,
In last month’s newsletter I gave you some dates for our 2019 events.
One of them is our trip to Tasmania, now scheduled to commence on Sunday 27 October over a welcome dinner in Hobart, and to finish on Sunday 3 November in Launceston. Those attending will book their flights into Hobart andfrom Launceston at times that suit their personal schedules. However I do anticipate attendees will likely fly into Hobart on the Saturday (or before) and enjoy some free time before the tour welcome dinner.
We’re still in planning stage, but I can share with you the following:
• We will organise the accommodation in Swansea/Bicheno, and can organise Hobart and Launceston accommodation if you wish. However for Hobart and Launceston, attendees may prefer to do their own thing. The Tasmanian Club in Hobart and the Launceston Club are reciprocal clubs with accommodation.
• We plan to hire a bus with driver to get us around.• Draft itinerary goes something like this:
• Sunday 27 October – Welcome Dinner• Monday 28 October – Bruny Island• Tuesday 29 October – South of Hobart including Cygnet and Home Hill winery• Wednesday 30 October – North of Hobart including Richmond and Frogmore Creek winery• Thursday 31 October – Great Eastern Drive including Wineglass Bay, Freycinet and/or Craigow wineries, and
oyster tasting• Friday 1 November – Tamar Valley Wine Route• Saturday 2 November – Launceston, tutored wine tasting in The Pinot Shop – selected wines will not
include those already tasted, Farewell Dinner• Sunday 3 November – free time or return home
If you think you’d like to join us or simply require some further information, please ring me on 0411 103 119 or send an email to [email protected]
Graeme JonesFor the Corks ‘n’ Forks Committee
Aerial view of Hobart City from Mount Wellington peak. Image credit: Yevgen Belich/Adobe Stock
To book an event please call 02 8273 2320 or email [email protected]
To book an event please call 02 8273 2320 or email [email protected]
RACA MOTORINGDear Members,
Fluid Fridays will be held on the last Friday of every month other than December, when the Christmas Fluid Friday will be on 13 December. Most Fluid Fridays will be held in the Pioneers’ Room and all RACA members are welcome.
Fluid Fridays are very informal with no fixed start or finish time and no fixed program. Just come along anytime after 6:00pm and enjoy a Members Bar meal, a few drinks and jolly good company.
For more information about RACA motoring activities please contact:Alan HuntT: 0438 290 639 or E: [email protected]
Visit our website www.raca.com.au to follow the links or find us via: au.linkedin.com/company/royal-automobile-club-of-australia www.facebook.com/RACAustralia
WINE OF THE MONTHTALINGA PARK
Talinga Park Cabernet MerlotDeep crimson with youthful purple hues. A medium bodied wine that show case the youthful aromas of ripe red berry fruits, and rich aromas of plum entwined with spicy flavours and hints of herbs and dark chocolate. On the palate, concentrated blackcurrant and plum, layered with spice, complex silky tannins and subtle well-integrated oak to finish.
Talinga Park Sauvignon Blanc Brilliant straw green in appearance, with a lifted tropical fruit bouquet of pineapple and passionfruit, with a hint of zesty lemon curd and freshly cut lime. These characters’ flow through to fruit-driven flavours with a bright, refreshingly crisp palate and a lingering finish.
Talinga Park MoscatoA “frizzante” (semi sparkling) styled wine. Pale straw with youthful green hues in appearance, with fragrant aromas of rose petal, honeysuckle and orange blossom that flow to a lively palate of apricot nectar and tropical juices, with zesty spritz on the finish.
Talinga Park RoseBrilliant pale salmon in appearance, with rose petal, watermelon and wild strawberry aromas that lead to a textured and generous palate.
CLUB UPDATESProclamation Day Lunch – 12 February 2019
The Proclamation Day lunch was a joint Australasian Pioneers’ Club and Royal Automobile Club lunch held in the ISC Room. The event was enjoyed by 58 members and guests, among whom were members of the Women’s Pioneer Society including its President, Mrs Lorraine Carter. The Loyal Toast was proposed by the President of the Royal Automobile Club of Australia’s Ladies Committee, Mrs Margaret Dawes-Smith OAM.
The speaker for the event was Professor Gregory Melleuish from the School of Humanities and Social Inquiry at the University of Wollongong. His topic was the origins of Australian freedom and prosperity.
To book an event please call 02 8273 2320 or email [email protected]
To book an event please call 02 8273 2320 or email [email protected]
MEMBER EVENTSThere's something for everyone this month with fantastic events for our members and their guests. Book early to avoid disappointment.
Guest speaker, Selwa Anthony - Author and founder of one of Australia’s leading Author Management Agencies (in 1984), combines her passion for books and all things Australian.Johanna Nicholl’s story ‘Ironbark’ is a stunning epic bringing the passions and heartaches of colonial Australia to vivid life.
WOMEN'S PIONEER SOCIETY20 March 12PM - Macquarie Room $35
Join us for Jazz Night!
Now a monthly tradition, Jazz Night welcomes in talented musicians to play some classic jazz standards and tunes for you; right in the heart of the Member's Bar. With our themed jazz bites for only $20, grab a drink, unwind and join us as we do Friday evenings the right way.
LADIES COMMITTEE 25 March 12PM - Macquarie Room $65
After a hugely successful and highly regarded talk last year, we welcome back to the Club, author Susannah Fullerton.
This year, Susannah will be talking about the topic of ‘Queen Victoria: Reader and Writer’, as 2019 marks the bicentenary of her birth. Join the Ladies Committee for what is sure to be an interesting afternoon!
Celebrate the anniversary of the official hoisting of the Australian White Ensign in HMA Ships and Establishments on 1 March, 1967 and to commemorate more than a century of commitment of the men, women and materiel of the Royal Australian Navy to national security and the pursuit of world peace.
Pre-dinner drinks in the ISC Room
WHITE ENSIGN DINNER01 March 6.30PM - Macquarie Room $120
Rookwood is the final resting place for more than a million people with their own unique stories. This Presentation by Mark Bundy, Operations General Manager, will include the history over the past 150 years and the intrinsic link between the Mortuary and Rookwood Cemetery.
WOMEN'S PIONEER SOCIETY17 April 12PM - Macquarie Room $35
Receive discounted movie tickets when showing your RACA Member Card at the
Exclusive RACA Event at Sydney Living Museums. This presentation will be on the wonderful collection of furnishing textiles in the library. The collection spans the 19th to 21st centuries and includes items such as sample books, periodicals and instructional manuals. Cost includes Morning Tea at the Museum. Please meet in the Members Bar at 9.15am
SYDNEY LIVING MUSEUM26 March 10AM - 10 Macquarie St Sydney $50
