It is with sadness that I inform all members of the MBACC of the passing of Roy Bretag-an esteemed Life Member and Past President of the MBACC.

THE ATTENTION OF MEMBERS IS DIRECTED
TO THE FUNERAL SERVICE ON FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 12TH
AT 2:00PM IN THE MINGE CHAPEL, 65 SWANPORT ROAD,
MURRAY BRIDGE, OF OUR LATE LIFE MEMBER AND PAST PRESIDENT,
ROY WILLIAM ERNEST BRETAG.

OUR SYMPATHY AND SINCERE CONDOLENCES ARE EXTENDED TO ELAINE AND FAMILIES.

Liz Minge (Secretary)

VALE ROY WILLIAM ERNEST BRETAG

Roy Bretag was born on 18th November 1944 at the Soldiers Memorial Hospital Murray Bridge to parents Hugo and Rita Bretag. Roy attended Monarto Primary School, and Murray Bridge High School leaving early to work on the family farm, developing lifelong skills with anything involving motors and wheels.

His interest in motor sports started early, building and racing T Qs at the Murray Bridge Speedway, which led to working for Kevin Fischer at Fischer Motors and an opportunity to develop skills in panel beating and painting cars, including the body work on Kevin Fischer’s famous Sprint Car Suddenly 88. He travelled across the country to races and events with the racing team.

In 1967, Roy met Elaine Farrell, and they married on 14th December 1968. Together they raised two sons Daniel (1971) and Owen (1973). Roy worked at Kanmantoo Mines, then as the Ford Tractor Service Manager for Fischer Motors. In 1976 came an opportunity for Roy and Elaine to buy the Mypolonga Garage, where his energy in renovation and restoration, including left to right- hand drive vehicle conversions, some taking up to 1,000 hrs. The family spent eight happy years at Mypolonga until an injury led to a change of occupation and the family moved to Cairns in Far North Queensland where they bought a Contract Cleaning Business.

In 1987 they returned home to Murray Bridge to be closer to family and where they had an opportunity to buy a window manufacturing business, working together for the next 17 years with their two sons. In 2003 Alfab Engineering was sold and retirement was enjoyed with travel throughout Australia and overseas. Roy also had time to restore 1924 AJS V-twin motorcycle, learn to fly and build a Gyro, join the Auto Collectors Club, own classic and vintage cars and restore his final project a 1924 Fiat 501, (Photos below), which he was determined to finish before he turned 80 and to celebrate the Fiat’s 100year.

Roy has lived a full and exciting life driven by curiosity, passion and deep love for his family. He will be remembered for his ingenuity, his humour, his gentle strength and above all his devotion to Elaine, his boys and his grandchildren.

WEST Lynette Anne (Lyn)

Members of the Auto Collectors Club Murray Bridge Inc. (ACCMB) are deeply saddened by the passing of Lyn on 8^thJuly 2025.

Lyn together with husband Tom, coordinated many club runs and was a valuable contributor to the Club and Committee. She held the position of Editor from 2004 – 2018 and Assistant Editor in 2019. Lyn was awarded the Club’s highest honour of Life Membership in 2011.

We thank Lyn for her friendship, enthusiasm and dedication to the ACCMB over many years.

President Brian Rainey and the ACCMB members express their sincere condolences to Tom and family.

REST IN PEACE.

HOFFMANN BURNARD (BURNIE)

The attention of Members of the Auto Collectors’ Club of Murray Bridge is directed to the Funeral arrangements of our late Life Member Burnie Hoffmann.

Burnie’s Funeral Service will be conducted on Monday 2^nd June at 10:30am in the Minge Chapel, 63 Swanport Road, Murray Bridge.

Any members attending please bring your classic/historic vehicle as a mark of respect and representing the ACCMB.

Brian Rainey (President)

Vale Burnie Hoffmann

(18/03/1942-16/05/2025)

Burnard Hoffmann (Burnie) was born in Murray Bridge on the 18^th of March 1942.

Burnie married Shirley on the 18^th of May 1963 and together, they raised two children-Rorie and Kylie.

Burnie and Shirley’s association with the Auto Collectors’ Club of Murray Bridge was extensive and earned them the honour of Life Membership awards in 2008.

Burnie also served the club as President during 1993/94 and Patron from 2004-2009.

Burnie was a quiet and unassuming man, who took great pride in his own and other people’s vehicle craftsmanship and club members will miss his expertise and advice. He was a wealth of knowledge in many areas, particularly his own 1925 Chevrolet truck-a vehicle that was often taken on club outings, but which was not renowned for its speed.

Burnie recalled on one such club run, when he was pulled over by a police officer as he crossed the Swanport Bridge-for travelling too slowly!!

Sincere condolences are extended to Burnie’s family from the Board, Executive Committee and members of the Auto Collectors’ Club of Murray Bridge.

To his wife of almost 57 years Shirley.

To his children Rorie and Kylie and their partners, Lisa and Ian and to his grandchildren, Scott, Alisha, Mitchell and Hayley, our deepest sympathy in the sad loss of Burnie.

Resting Peacefully.

Membership Renewal Forms

The Treasurer generates the new Membership Renewal Forms in May of each year and you will receive them in due course (hard copy or via email).

PLEASE LOOK AT THEM VERY CAREFULLY AND CORRECT ANYTHING WRONG OR THAT YOU ARE NOT HAPPY WITH, and then return the form to the Treasurer by the AGM in July. Membership renewal fees are to be paid by the AGM in July.

LOGBOOKS RENEWALS

A reminder. The Registrar Team need to restamp all club members logbooks yearly for their Historic, Historic-Drive or Street Rod Vehicles. All Logbooks will be collected at the May, June or July meetings only and returned via a self-addressed, stamped envelope. Please note that the Registrars no longer handle money. Please provide a receipt for payment of your membership fees, or copy of your direct deposit for payment to avoid delays. Please note that there is no Log Book Fee from 13/7/2023.

Thanks

The Registration Team.

Please note that there is no Log Book Fee from 13/7/2023.

Download MR 1457 Form for modifications to light vehicles

Members please note Auto Collectors Club Constitution has been amended, click on link below to view or download a copy.

Click here to view/download amended Club Constitution

CLUB AND RALLY RULES

The Auto Collectors Club of Murray Bridge Inc.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF EVENT/RUN PARTICIPANTS

Participants must be at the Event/Run departure point at the time designated. If you have nominated to attend but are unable to, please let Event Marshall/Run Leader know as soon as possible.
Participants shall obey directions given by the Event Marshall/Run Leader.
Participants may overtake slower vehicles on the run if they wish providing it is safe to do so..
Participants to leave at least 100m between vehicles unless about to overtake.
Participants should assist “general public” vehicles to overtake where appropriate and exhibit courtesy to other road users at all times.
Render assistance to other participants experiencing difficulties as appropriate.
When leaving a stopping place such as a picnic ground, make sure that the area is left as it was found.
During summer months, ensure that there is no fire ban before lighting barbecues.
Alcohol is strictly limited to meal breaks only.
Make the Event as trouble free as possible by ensuring that your vehicle is mechanically sound before leaving home.
Members must not stand or gather on the right hand side of their vehicles on sides of roadways.
All members must drive their vehicles in a manner which reflects positively on the Club.
If indicators are not fitted to the vehicle, appropriate hand signals must be used at all times
Carry current, suitably endorsed, Log Book and Certificate(s) of Exemption as applicable.
All vehicles must be in a roadworthy condition.
Passengers are to be limited to the seating capacity of the vehicle. Where fitted, seat belts must be worn.
Participants to notify Event Marshall/Run Leader should they need to depart the event/run before the intended completion time.

DUTIES of EVENT MARSHALL/RUN LEADER

Ensure Event/Run starts on time.
Issue and collect itinerary sheets and competition forms as necessary.
Run Leader should attempt to travel at 80Kph on an open road or freeway.
Run leader must ensure all participants are aware of the next stopping point where participants will re-group.
Where possible, maintain check on the presence of all vehicles in the Event.
When designated, ensure that the ‘Tail End Charlie’ is fully equipped with mobile phone, tow rope, water, etc. as appropriate. ‘Tail End Charlie’ to also ensure no one is left behind
Act as Club representative in the event of an accident or unusual circumstances.
Event Organiser must seek Committee approval for any expenditure over $100 for incidentals associated with any one event.

PROVISIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Applicants for Provisional Membership should be present in person when their application is presented to the club at a General Meeting. Where this is difficult it may be left to the discretion of the membership officer.
On first joining the Club, for the first year of membership, newly accepted members shall be classed as “Provisional Members

Provisional Members shall have the same rights and responsibilities as Full Members.

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CONDITIONAL REGISTRATION

There are two main DIT documents that persons who have vehicles on “Conditional Registration”, or intend to have, must be familiar with.

Code of Practice – Conditional Registration Scheme for Historic. Left-Hand Drive, Street Rod and Individually Constructed Vehicles (Latest Version).
MR1457 Modifications to Passenger Cars, Utilities, Panel Vans and 4WD Passenger Vehicles (Latest Version)

Copies of these documents may be accessed by clicking on the above links.

Members with Historic Vehicles, Left-Hand Drive Vehicles, Street Rod Vehicles and Individually Constructed Vehicles may access conditional registration through The Auto Collectors Club of Murray Bridge Inc. providing the vehicles are roadworthy, comply with the Code of Practice, MR1457 and any other relevant criteria.

In addition, the following rules apply to members availing themselves of “Conditional Registration” Through THIS club: –

Details of the vehicle must be supplied to the Club Registrar in whatever form that the Club Registrar deems appropriate in the circumstance, before an MR334 or Logbook will be issued. Please discuss this with the Club Registrar.

Any modifications must be legal. This may be determined by, but not limited to, MR1457.
Those applying for “Conditional Registration” must be aware that the Club Registrar is obliged to report to the DIT, any questionable modifications that do not have a “Certificate of Exemption” issued for them. This MAY require inspection at Regency Park.
The Club Registrars from time to time, may request the inspection of any vehicle.
A “Review Committee” has been formed within the club; to clarify any issue should a dispute arise from this process

MISCELLANEOUS RULES

Bereavement Notice: On the passing of all club Life Members, the Secretary and the Publicity officer shall jointly arrange the placement of a bereavement notice in the Murray Valley Standard, Club Website and Auto Torque Newsletter. They shall also keep a copy of the MVS notice for club records.