President’s Report
– May 2008
This last 12 months has seen the Club regain some financial
stability with slight increases in membership and ride attendance. These gains,
although modest can be attributed to the Club’s name and shows that the
decision to rename the club “Melbourne
Sportsbike Riders” was the
right choice.
Unfortunately during the year we lost one of the genuine characters
of motorcycling with the passing of Ron Solomon. Ron was a great supporter of
the Club and introduced many prospective members to us. He’ll be sadly missed!
Also our own Barbara Rolfe was badly injured as a pillion.
Happily she is making very good progress with her rehabilitation which should
see her back to full health very soon.
Membership Numbers:
Motorcycling is continuing to grow and amongst the multitude of
motorcycling clubs, it appears we have found our niche in this very fickle market.
Maintaining that position will be difficult as sports motorcycling is expensive
and in the future the type of activity we enjoy may be too costly to pursue. So
before it is too late, let’s get out there!
Social Events: Marks Place is still proving
popular as our regular social sip venue and the Tower Hotel has proved to be
ideal for our formal meetings as it offers good food, pleasant surroundings and
a private annex ‘at no cost’ where we can conduct these necessary meetings.
Membership Fees: With a fairly
stable membership and tight financial control on our expenses, the Committee
have decided that an increase in membership fees is not required for the coming year.
Club Magazine: Our magazine continues to evolve
with the addition of a full colour photo cover. These covers depict the very
essence of the Club showing in great detail what we are about and in the future
will be a wonderful historical record of our club. Thanks to the Editorial team
for another excellent year’s work.
Committee: I thank the current committee for
their dedication and endeavours over the last 12 months:-
|
President: |
Ian Payne |
Vice President: |
Paul Southwell |
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Treasurer/ Public Officer: |
Peter Feistl |
Secretary/Editor: |
Ben Warden |
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Captain: |
Trevor Harris |
Vice Captain: |
Breht Emmerson (retired) |
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Assistant Secretary: |
Dave Ward |
Social Secretary: |
Barbara Rolfe |
To all members I thank you for your participation and
friendship and look forward to your continuing support.
Ian
Payne
President 2007/2008