| LADAC 2007 AGM
LADAC 2006 AGM
LILONGWE AND DISTRICTS ANGLING SOCIETY
AGM 2007 (To be held on 24-11-07 At Toyota Malawi, Lilongwe, Malawi)
AGM No: 17.
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LILONGWE AND DISTRICTS ANGLING SOCIETY
AGM MINUTES 2006
AGM No: 16.
(Held at TOYOTA LILONGWE, 25.11.06)
1. Adoption Minutes 2005 AGM
2. Matters Arising
3. Chairman's Report
4. Financial Report
5. Trophies and Awards
6. Election of 2007 Committee
7. Any Other Business
Minutes
It has been another very good year for LADAC and fishing as a whole! All were welcomed to the 16 th AGM. Big thanks to our hosts and sponsor of the evening that has been so good to the angling fraternity as a whole this year, TOYOTA. Toyota Malawi has also sponsored the Malawi Championship prizes which will be presented at the SoRAC AGM. Due to rugby schedule the meeting could be broken into several parts again as per 2005 to accommodate the events.
1. Adoption Minutes 2005 AGM
The Minutes of the 2005 AGM were proposed by Gary Brown and seconded by John Pendered .
2. Matters Arising from 2005 AGM:
2.1. 2006 AGM Survey:
a. Limit the Catch, has this worked and are the members happy with the quota system or would you prefer no Quotas? QUOTAS 22 votes / NO QUOTAS 2 votes – Quotas are therefore adopted.
In line with our “social responsibility policy”, in 2006, thanks went out to all for enforcing the undersized rule and the quota limits. To further “limit the kill” and enhance our angling skills, a number of suggestions had been put forward. Members voted, as follows:
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We adopted quotas in 2006 as mandated from the 2005 AGM. Are we happy with the quotas as set or would you like to see changes? The quotas were set at the following for 2006: votes went in favour of the following: |
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Sungwa 6 to 4 , and or increase the size limit – Committee to decide |
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Mcheni 12 to 16 , |
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Big Blues 12 to remain as is |
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Lyani 20 to 25 |
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Others 12 to remain as is |
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Non Scale 3 to remain as is |
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In keeping with Artificial Lure Tournaments in South Africa and Art lure tournaments elsewhere it has been suggested that we adopt their system which is only 4 fish per species with bonus points for each specie quota filled. Members voted: |
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LADAC Competitions: Try a couple of comps |
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International Competitions: New committee to decide with ASOM from trial comps. |
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In 2006 we adopted the points system of 25, 23, 21, 19, 17, 15, 13, 11, 9, 7,6, 5, 4, 3, 2, and 1. Are we happy with this system or change back to bulk scores ? Votes : Points _ 14 for , Bulk_ 5 for – Points system carried. |
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For the Club Championships it was voted to use the top 6 of 11 comps at the 2005 AGM, to give people who can't fish all comps a chance to feature in the prizes. However we decided to introduce an additional championship with a separate trophy most generously donated by your current chairman Rich Hay. This trophy will be known as the TOP SIX BULK. |
b. Cannery (now Whistlers) as a Venue?
Thanks again to John and Doe, Whistlers just keeps getting better and better. LADAC were paid back (Mk 600,000) by Whistlers towards the Swimming Pool which has without a doubt added to the ambiance and fun at Whistlers. There is a balance owing of 500,000 which I'm sure Pakka will no doubt bring up in his summary of accounts.
In order for LADAC to retain it's exclusivity of the club and basically keep it going, it was decided through a referendum to increase subs by 7,000 per family or 3,000 per single member to be paid to Whistlers as a rent for the year. This means the club house pool and surrounds is for the exclusive use of LADAC members, except for special Whistlers events such as Weddings 21 st b/days, New years etc.
Please note that we as LADAC have nothing to do with the accommodation or boat house apart from assisting when asked to in order to make improvements for LADAC members.
Please note that a person can be signed in by a member but only for 3 functions maximum and thereafter they must either become a member or pay an entrance fee of 500 per head. All members should assist in monitoring please.
ADAC in 2006, procured:
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Spares for a John Deere tractor that JP has, came up on the spur of the moment but had to be sourced from Mozambique through Constantini. We as LADAC were asked if we were willing and able to assist in the purchase so that the tractor could be used at Whistlers as back up to the Unimog. An urgent decision was required in order to secure the parts and I as Chairman with the support of the Vice Chairman agreed to lend the money 420,000 to JP or Whistlers on the normal payback system. The parts are still to come up from Moz. Vote on whether we should go ahead with this loan – YES majority carried. Committee will keep you updated. |
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We need to make LADAC more social, have other events? YES_ UNANIMOUS _ _NO_ 0 |
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For 2007, what projects? |
c. 2007 Season What Could We Improve?
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Should the international against SAALAA or UK Art lure etc remain an annual fixture or Bi – annual? YES TO ANNUAL FIXTURE. |
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Please see the proposed international fixture list. Is it too much or should we reduce ASOM participation and put in some LADAC/SoRAC teams? TO BE DECIDED BY NEW COMMITTEE/ASOM. |
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The Malawi Championship which should be the highest honour in angling achievements in Malawi for the year was a great disappointment with only 8 participants in total. Only 2 participants from LADAC. |
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Suggested for the Malawi Champs is the top 10 from each club have a fish off at a neutral venue such as Southern part of the Lake or even Nkota Kota for example. YES BUT LEFT TO NEW COMMITTEE / ASOM / SORAC |
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What other suggestions for Malawi Champs. NONE |
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The inter club champs was a farce with only 2 LADAC members to make up a team of 4. At the 2005 AGM it was voted to remain but without any support. Should we SCRAP it from this year? IF THE MC REMAINS AS IS YES, BUT IF IT CHANGES NO. |
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Is everyone Ok with the new Calendar in circulation…? YES – NOTED THAT THERE IS NO EASTER COMP. |
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The Newsletter was canned after the 3 rd or 4 th edition without any complaints. Do you want it re-introduced or not. If yes need support as this takes time to do. YES 23 No 0 Not Fussed either way 0 |
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Registration on Friday (phone in) is in place and anyone who registers must pay, but if you don't register you do not qualify to be weighed in. Do we continue? YES 23 NO 0 |
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Suggestions to improve angling and club socials in 2007? |
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Darts League |
Pool League |
Poker nights |
Live entertainment (e.g. Scott Gray) |
Sing along evenings (Chris) |
Max and Jacks boards |
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Boul/Obut court |
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2.2. Other Matters Arising From Chairman's Report 2005:
a. LADAC to Govern Malawi Angling and Better Links to ASOM:
ASOM is now working well, LADAC and SoRAC have new Rules, and ASOM a new Constitution, which Toyota will help us to print in 2006. Thanks to Toyota! If ready on time copies will be made available.
For the next 3 years we will be able to fish for ASOM (if selected) and fly the Malawi flag. JB to explain re full Mwi Colours qualification which is explained in the ASOM constitution.
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The rules governing Maleries were circulated but to re confirm in brief: |
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LADAC has paid a lump sum to NPWD for it's members to have access to the islands and any water parks on the lake. All you have to do is show your LADAC membership card. |
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If you have non members with you, or in your group they are not covered and must report to the Kwamazungu (spelling?) Allan Pitman's camp to register and pay NP. Please let's police this ourselves or we might lose our privilege!! |
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Absolutely no fishing whatsoever within 100 meters of the Islands. |
b. Members:
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We are about to pay the Department of Fisheries a lump sum for a bulk Club license. |
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For 2007, we propose family Mk 14,000 single Mk 10,000, which covers Whistlers, NPWD and fishing permit as per 2006 fees voted in from the referendum? |
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We have lost many members due to transfers. How can we increase members? |
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People who fish together but have more than one boat should split up and encourage others who at present do not have boats to participate? YES |
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Make membership application forms available to members to encourage a membership drive? YES |
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Organise more LADAC events, not only at the lake but get togethers in town. YES |
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Junior events at MacPherson's / Gray's Dam. YES |
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Country or out of town membership. YES |
3. Chairman's Report
3.1. Highlights of the Year:
• Consultative:
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Are you happy with the consultative process and “Suggestion Box”? YES |
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Should we have more fun beach days i.e. after a comp? YES |
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Should we have periodic brain storming meetings and grievance hearings open to all LADAC members. YES |
b. Raffle/Boat Auction:
• We will continue with, raffle and or if numbers dictate should we include a boat auction on the odd occasion? RAFFLE
c. LADAC Trophies:
• We have taken stock and have over 30 trophies as assets, USD 1500, Mk 190 000.
• Gatrel Family trophy dedicated to the “Most Committed”.. who went beyond the call of duty
• Trataris Family trophy dedicated to the “Sportsman” of the year, not necessary fishing, but integrity.
• Akbanies have offered a trophy…perhaps as the Malawi Champion!
• Hay Family trophy “TOP SIX BULK” championship.
Juniors/Ladies:
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We have failed to attract juniors and ladies by offering good prizes. Prizes, we suggest top 6 men, 3 Ladies, 3 juniors and small token for all who catch. CONTINUE |
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How do we get more juniors and ladies…………… to be carried forward. |
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Husband and wife or father/mother child comps OR EVEN LEAGUE. |
d. Best 6 Stories:
We have had 6 best and Twisters. Should we continue as a fund raise?
Nick Trataris interspersed the evening recalling 6 best humour of 2005.
e. Internationals:
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The 5th Lake Malawi International vs. SAALAA, was won by LADAC “A” being “ Rich Hay (Capt. & tournament convener) John Balarin , Gary Brown, Brush Baker and John Pendered (Manager and winner of the manager's trophy). The LADAC “B” team comprising Pam Boshoff (Capt.), Tony Boshoff, Harvey Du Plessis, Nick Trataris and Roly Fuller were narrowly beaten into third place by SAALAA. Well done LADAC. |
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The 6 th Lake Malawi International is on 2-3rd December and there will be an ASOM team flying the Malawi colours. Congratulations to those selected to represent The Angling Society Of Malawi : Rich Hay (Capt. & tournament convener), John Balarin , Gary Brown, John Pendered and Pam Boshoff (manageress) |
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Call for support: All were asked to continue looking for sponsorship in order to lessen the burden. |
• Year in brief:
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11competitions and 1 international, we had a total of 373 vs. 384 entries, 11 less than last year. |
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No of fish caught -: 2,597 vs. 2,900 = 52.8% Lyani, 21.3% Sungwa , 16.7% Others |
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Wt of fish caught -: 1,047 kgs vs. 1,090 kgs = 49.1% Sungwa, 31.6% Lyani, 9.6% Others |
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4 new records established. Uli Stoyke – Buchochromis, Bridget Jones – B. Blue, Ryan Trataris – Mcheni jnr record, Ryan Trataris Buchochromis jnr record |
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Please note if you want a record we must get photo and line (Roly). |
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4 Newsletters. |
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Bulk LADAC National Parks license. |
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Bulk LADAC Fisheries Dept angling license. |
3.2. General Matters:
a. Bar Closure Prize Giving:
• Are we ok to respect sponsors, during prize giving the bar is close temporarily? YES
b. Members:
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A minutes silence was observed for the sad losses of “JJ Human” an ex committee member and “Alex” who passed away in April of this year. |
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Sadly we lost a number of very good members who left Malawi for greener pastures. Families and friends like the one and only Badule, the Salters who were LADAC stalwarts and I'm sure still are, the Browns “Rob”, Oshkosh, the Parkers, Emms, Trust I haven't missed anyone. |
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Happily we have a number of new members who I hope will attract more new members. Welcome to: The Pevs, the Driessens, the Devenish's, and the Cousins. Welcome to all who I might have missed. |
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Special thanks to the 2006 Committee: JB “Old Yours Truly”, Pakka, Pam, Nick, Brush, Roly and latterly Tony. Thanks to you all for all your support in trying and very busy times. Big thanks must go to Eileen who supported me and continually stepped in to take minutes or send out Reminders for LADAC. |
d. Sponsors:
Finally, this year saw some new sponsors and some old.
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Thanks to AOI crew, Roly Fuller , Rich Hay, Toyota and LADAC for free bars. |
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Thanks to competition sponsorship: AOI Crew - Trataris, Royle, Strydom, Parker & Boshoff families. Fersons. Good Fellows/Moonlight Video. Stewart & Lloyds Double. Toppers. Barlow World. LADAC. Hardware & Plumbing. Outdoor Marine . Limbe Leaf Crew – C. Graham, P. Stephenson, R. Hay, W. Ross, M. Bond, A. Mackay, A. Stulich, and last but not least TOYOTA. |
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Thanks for International: Toyota, John Deere, and Costantini. And Sandy for transport of prizes. |
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Other sponsors who have given generously toward the International to name a few with more to be confirmed: Gaffar – 50,000, LLTC – 50,000, Fersons – drum of fuel, Aquarius Shipping – drum of fuel, First Merchant Bank – 25,000 |
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Special thanks to TOYOTA for the sponsorship and venue of the AGM. |
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Big thanks to Pam Boshoff for getting all the trophies engraved and ready for the AGM. |
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Bashier, Tammy Gatrel and Bev for kindly organizing all the engraving and printing on time. |
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Thanks to Viv Baker for all her hard work with the making up and embroidering of shirts and the purchase of ASOM jackets and ties for the international. |
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Thank you to all who have participated and supported the raffle and Nick's “Twisters” and a special thanks to Leonard and the guys at “Whistlers” without whom we would be sunk. |
We thank you all and hope you will continue your support in the next year.
4. Financial Report : LADAC ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Presented by the Treasurer Pakka Stephenson:
LADAC Accounts 2006
• Money brought forward as at 19 th of November 2005 = MK 39,433.00
• Assets B/F which is made up of the Pool, prizes and trophies amounted to MK 1,686,544.
Incoming Funds
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Membership fees for the 2006 amounted to MK 367,375. |
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We had 11 fishing competitions which our sponsors contributed MK 645,000 |
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Registration fees collected from competitions amounted to MK 167,200 |
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Raffles at the competitions added to LADAC funds a further MK80,350 |
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Twisters and donations collected at the competitions raised for our lake safety projects MK 76,700. |
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In February The Pendereds paid MK 600,000 towards the purchase of the Pool. The balance of MK 555,000 is due to be paid in the New Year. |
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Total incoming funds for 2006 = MK 2,992,484 |
Out going Funds
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Competitions must have prizes so LADAC spent on the prizes MK 363,164. |
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A stock of prizes was purchased for future competitions to the value of MK 299,000. This stock is held as a LADAC asset. |
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The Free Bar at our competitions amounted to MK 100,000. |
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Payment to the Pendereds for the exclusive use of Whistlers Club House was made. A payment of MK 279,000 was paid. |
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We negotiated with Malawi National Parks for the access to the Islands for all our paid up members. Payment of MK 180,000 was made which covers access until July 2007. |
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Total out going funds for 2006 = MK 2,716,881 |
Balance on hand
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Money held in Stanbic Saving Account = MK 307,206 |
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Cash= MK 7,832 |
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Assets as at 25 th of November 2006 = MK 1,304,544 |
As per LADAC Rules, we now ask if you accept the Treasurer's Report, or do you want an audit Accounts were accepted
5. Trophies and Awards
Monthly Mugs, Prizes and Colours were awarded.
6. Election of 2006 Committee
The 2006 Committee hereby resigned.
The 2006 Committee presented the out going Chairman with a superb gift for services rendered. Thank you and I will treasure the LADAC glasses.
The following were elected by silent ballot:
New 2007 committee is:
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Chairman |
John Balarin |
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Vice Chairman |
Nick Trataris |
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Vice Chairman |
Gary Brown |
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Secretary |
Pam Hoshoff / Heather Allen |
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Treasurer |
Pakka Stephenson |
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Member |
Richard Hay |
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Roly Fuller |
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Brush Baker |
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Nigel Jones |
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Dermott Allen |
7. Any Other Business First Comp is Trataris and Co…. 13.1.06…………
Thanks again to TOYOTA for the venue, snacks and drinks and to Bowden Family for providing the wonderful snacks and serving for TOYOTA.
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