Monthly Archives: August 2011

This week at Launceston R/C

A  couple of things going on at Launceston R/C this week…. Sunday Race at Latrobe The North-West R/C Car Club are hosting their regular club race at Latrobe (in the grounds of Bendigo Bank Arena) this Sunday, and inviting Launceston … Continue reading

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Race Report: Thursday 25th August

Another massive night at Launceston R/C with 56 cars taking to the track for the 6th and final round of our Winter 2011 Championship series. Special welcome to Mark Davis, Ben Hoare, Phil Reibel and Alex John who made the … Continue reading

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Random thoughts….

A couple of random and unrelated thoughts for you today. First, we’d like to ramp up a couple of safety aspects at Launceston R/C. That means we’re looking to purchase a first aid kit and fire extinguisher/s, and to add … Continue reading

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Racing this week: Thurs 25th August

R/C action at its finest hits Rutherglen raceway again this Thursday night for the 6th and final round of the Winter 2011 Championship series. There are high positions in the series up for grabs in nearly all classes, and plenty … Continue reading

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AGM: Thursday 1st September

The 2011 Annual General Meeting for Launceston R/C Inc will take place on Thursday 1st September. We’ll meet at Rutherglen (by the racetrack) at 7pm, and the meeting will be followed by open practice for those present for the meeting … Continue reading

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Membership Reminder (2011-12 financial year)

One last reminder that membership renewals for the new 2011-12 financial year are now overdue. You can find membership forms (on-line or paper) and bank details for direct deposit in the Documents section here. After next Thursday night those who … Continue reading

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FEMCA Truggy Champs this Week

Big week this week for lots of GP Truggy racers with the FEMCA (Far East Model Car Association) Truggy Champs taking place up on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland. Three Tasmanians are among the entry list, including two regulars at … Continue reading

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Winter Season Points Update

With five rounds down, and one to go in our Winter 2011 Championship Series, there are some clear cut winners, some very close points-battles and lots to look forward to in the final round on August 25th. Here’s the full … Continue reading

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Race Report: Thursday 11th August

Round 5 of our Winter Series also happened to take the record for the biggest night’s racing ever at Launceston R/C with 54 cars taking to the track – including a staggering 20 car Novice field.  After an exciting night’s … Continue reading

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Flood closures on Old Bass Highway

Just a quick note… We are hearing that the flood waters in the South Esk have cut the Old Bass Highway at Hadspen.  If you’re heading out from Launceston thursday night you might have to continue along the Bass Highway … Continue reading

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