Martin Forbes’ funeral will be Monday 19 April 11am at F W Barnes funeral parlour in Ballarat, 701 Darling St, Redan 3350.
The wake is in the Draft Room at the Ballarat Trotting Club.
VALE Martin Forbes
The Historic Rally Association is saddened to learn of the death of Martin Forbes. Martin had been unwell for some months from a blood disorder that attacked his bone marrow.
We extend our condolences to his family and share if their grief at losing such a good person.
As an HRA committee member, Martin volunteered for the at times thankless task of compiling HRA championship results and managing the HRA grading list.
He contributed much; his contribution was always thoughtful and always willing. And he will never again compete in the sport he loved so much.
Funeral arrangements will be notified when known.
David McKenzie
President, HRA
Vale Graham Keith Hoinville, OAM.
Graham Hoinville died peacefully at home on July 15 2019, aged 90 years.
The membership of the HRA is saddened by the passing of Graham Hoinville this week. It is unlikely there was anyone more respected and revered in Australian motorsport than Graham Hoinville. Continue reading Vale Graham Keith Hoinville, OAM.
Pizza Social Night Friday July 12
HRA members are invited to join together at Gabriella Pizza for dinner on Friday July 12 at 7:00 pm. 146 Koornang Road, CARNEGIE.
To book you place, please call ROB CRANSTON: 0414 560 688
Continue reading Pizza Social Night Friday July 12
Shifting Gear at the HRA June club meeting
The June HRA meeting will once again feature an interesting and rarely heard guest speaker… Automotive Historian, Professor Harriet Edquist, will bring us Shifting Gear: stories of priceless vehicles in country sheds, passionate collectors and a whole roomful of sports cars.
But before we get to that, we will present awards for the Victoria Cross Rally from April. We’ll find out about HRA success at the sensational SA Rally of the Heartland and hear about the July Grampians “rally style” tour.
Tickets in the raffle are 3 for $5 with all money raised this month donated to Neuroblastoma Australia. Next Wednesday June 12, at 8:00 pm, meals available from 6:30 pm, at the East Malvern RSL. Continue reading Shifting Gear at the HRA June club meeting
Thoughts on a classic…
Competitors comments on a classic Graham Wallis touring event:
We had a ball. Thanks all the HRA team. – R. Potts. Citroen
Bloody Brilliant – A. Ahearne. Peugeot
This was my first Graham Wallis event and I will be back for more. Great fun, a challenge and best of all a great spirit from all competitors. – O. Polanski. Nissan Skyline Continue reading Thoughts on a classic…
Jeremy Brown at the April HRA meeting…
Jeremy Brown was in town, displaying his fabulous Lancia at Rally Retro Day, and we were fortunate he was able to stay and speak at our club meeting on 10 April, 2019. Here is a video of his very entertaining presentation. Thanks Jeremy!
Continue reading Jeremy Brown at the April HRA meeting…Mystery member payment
The HRA Membership Secretary, Kate Officer, has received an EFT payment with an incomplete payee name and no membership details. So unfortunately, somebodies membership hasn’t been renewed.
The payee details show only “Susanna Kathy”.
Is that you, or do you know this mystery woman? Continue reading Mystery member payment
Tee times are set…
Nine challenging holes at Royal Oakleigh followed by lunch at the Foresters Arms – fabulous! Amy has sent through details for the HRA Golf Day on Sunday 10 March: Continue reading Tee times are set…
Notice of Annual General Meeting
Members…
The HRA’s Annual General Meeting will be held on Wednesday 13th February – see the official notice of meeting below.
Being a part of the HRA Committee is a great way to get to know the members, make friends and put that little bit back into the club you enjoy. Continue reading Notice of Annual General Meeting