Day 1 Fri 16th March
Perth to York - distance 96 km
THURSDAY 15 MARCH 2012
Bob Lamond had a dream to follow in the footsteps of Syd Ferguson, Francis Birtles and dog Rex. We have Syd mascot our cute dog. Our entrants and support teams are now sharing that dream as we proceed east over the next three weeks.
Proceeded in convey to Forrest Placewhere our display in the city captured the attention of the local folks and media. About 17 cars and bikes were on display with their proud owners watching.
Perth Veteran car Club welcomed us to their Club where Alex Kirkwood supported by his lovely wife Linda and members as we were their dinner guests. A super night as the common interest of the friendship and veteran the main thread of conversation.
Our photographers who are sending the images are Brad Le Broque, his friend in photography David Vane both from Newcastle.
Judie Stephens OAM - Expedition Director
FRIDAY 16 MARCH 2012
Back to Langley Park where again our grand ladies were separated from their backups. With great dignity almost all of us proceeded along the designated way guided and supported by our new friends from the Perth Veterans supporting us at every turn. WA Governor his wife and baby Mary. Flagged off from the grounds of Government House and headed to York.
Oh no we lost John Stanley’s Brush fell foul to big end disaster and turned back to Perth for repairs. What wonderful support was offered by the Veteran Car Club of WA. After phoning around, club president Alex Kirkwood put John in contact with a fellow who within 24 hours had a new bearing poured and John was on his way to catch up with the others in Southern Cross.
Judie Stephens OAM - Expedition Director