Hey Guys,

I know its a bit behind the times, but thought some of you might be interested in seeing some pics of the Halloween Cafe' Cruise for Charity in Brisbane.

A good turn out of people in costumes, no-one got lost and everyone had a fun night out touring the hot spots and landmarks of Brisbane. Personally, made a lot of new friends and everyone brought really relaxed attitudes.

We raised a couple hundred bucks for Citizens Against Road Slaughter (C.A.R.S.) and there's already been good feedback and ideas to grow the event for next year, but always keen to hear more. See you in '07!

Media Release
10 October, 2006

Lakeside Renaissance On Track

Brisbane, Australia

What's the story guys?
This is the start of a new tradition and we're really going to freak some people out when we pull alongside at the lights.
And I'm telling you, the girls are getting into this in a big way!
You guys aren't scared of coming out after dark are ya?
Scott

Hi Guys,

Check out these recent media articles about Lakeside Raceway on Brisbane's northside - the fat lady hasn't sung yet!

I've got a couple of recent newspaper articles to share with everyone, but I didn

Halloween Caf

Lakeside Motor Racing Enthusiasts' sources confirm that at least three of the seven organisations invited by the Pine Rivers Shire Council to manage Lakeside International Raceway have declined to tender for the business. It is understood that those who decided not to submit business proposals were not strong supporters of amatuer motorsport.

"We know the organisations that have made submissions have taken it very seriously and conducted themselves in a professional manner. We can only hope the Council will see fit to reciprocate in kind and finally deliver a return for ratepayers", said LMRE president Ian Milton.

A 20 year lease has reportedly been offered by the Council in exchange for limited track days at the former Australian Grand Prix circuit. It is not yet known if other restrictions will be applied to motorsport operations.

The historic track has suffered vandalism and neglect since the Pine River Shire Council purchase in 2001. Applicants are anticipating a need to invest in the facility's infrastructure and are confident of cooperation from motorsport's governing bodies to re-license the track.

The deadline for submissions was Friday, 26 May and tenderers are expecting a decision as early as mid-July 2006.

Ian Milton stated, "I'm pleased to see efforts heading in the right direction, but I still harbour concerns that the tender process is but a cynical ploy by Council to satisfy their obligations under the heritage deal!"

Additionally, the PRSC has been busy over the past few weeks demolishing the old office and barn, along with old toilet blocks.

However, essential motorsport items such as the racing surface and guard rails are protected for another four years by the deal with the Queensland Heritage Council that resulted in the removal of the heritage listing.

More info available at www.lakesideraceway.com.


Scott
Publicity Officer
Lakeside Motor Racing Enthusiasts, Inc.

Lakeside Motor Racing Enthusiasts cautiously welcomed the announcement by the Pine Rivers Shire Council to invite 7 of the 11 interested parties to submit business proposals for the management and development of Lakeside International Raceway.

Pine Rivers Mayor, Cr Yvonne Chapman, said Council was excited by some of the prospects presented by the interested groups, which encompassed a range of activities including motorised sport, driver training, youth programs, outdoor sport and recreation as well as tourism development.

"The potential for Lakeside is enormous and Council will be looking at options that gain the best outcome economically for the community," she said.

LMRE president Ian Milton observed, "This is a big change in attitude for the mayor, but it doesn't guarantee the return of club-level motor racing to Lakeside just yet."

"We trust this will be a transparent tender process and challenge the Council to include a mechanism for both the ratepayers of the shire and the motorsport community to have input into the future of Lakeside - instead of getting another backroom heritage deal," he said.

Mayor Chapman said, "Council would prefer a consortium of parties to offer an innovative, multi-purpose solution for the restoration of activity at the site."

"This is our chance to once again turn Lakeside into a major drawcard for Pine Rivers - the flow on effects would be significant."

Parties invited to submit business proposals are:

[LIST]
[*]Total Driver Pty Ltd
[*]RACQ
[*]YMCA Brisbane
[*]Willowbank Race Circuit Pty Ltd
[*]Motorcycling Queensland/Motorcycling Australia
[*]Queensland Police Citizens Youth Welfare Association
[*]Juniper Development Group
[/LIST]

Ian Milton noted, "Even though the list of tender applicants gives us hope, there's still a lot of unanswered questions like, what politically motivated hurdles are they going to have to contend with, what's going to happen in four years when the Heritage Council deal expires and how is the Council going to compensate us for denying access to our sporting facilities for all these years?"

Council said it was hopeful of having an arrangement in place by September.

You should be able to really give yourself about 4 good scares per lap in a GTR (the kink, coming down under Dunlop bridge, Hungry corner and turning onto the front straight).

All the history of the heritage listing debacle is available on our website including copies of the actual court documents -
www.lakesideraceway.com/heritage.htm

Thanks for the feedback guys!

Scott

Sources reveal that the Pine Rivers Shire Council received at least 10 applications for the future management of Lakeside International Raceway before their Expression of Interest (EOI) closed on the 31st of January.

"Even though the council's EOI document highlighted its apparent motorsport naivety and scared off some investors, we are very pleased that so many were still prepared to have a go in good faith," said Lakeside Motor Racing Enthusiasts president Ian Milton.

Lakeside Motor Racing Enthusiasts has provided assistance to a number of bona fide applicants. Quality EOI applications came from local community groups, motor sporting bodies and private enterprise.

"Every applicant we talked to acknowledges that the commercial reality of the situation dictates Lakeside must be operated primarily as a club-level motor racing circuit," said Mr Milton.

The PRSC were obligated to perform the EOI under their agreement with the Queensland Heritage Council, however, they are not required to make any decisions regarding the EOI or take the process to tender.

Lakeside Motor Racing Enthusiasts' charter does not allow the organisation to seek the future management rights or ownership of the circuit, but it is willing to provide assistance to others who are seeking the return of club-level motor racing to Lakeside.


In closing, during the summer break, LMRE received a very supportive letter from one of Australia's national sporting legends - Peter Brock.


"I believe it is imperative that Lakeside Raceway remains as a motor sport recreational facility. There are now many more people who desire and need to enjoy these dedicated facilities.

Obviously there is an argument for pure, elite level motor sport to be able to use this character building track - it does produce more skilled drivers and riders than Ipswich due to the undulating and flowing nature of the circuit. Drivers and riders who can then compete with success internationally.

However there is a compelling argument that people today - more than ever - need recreation to provide a healthy outlet which enables them to cope with the restrictions and stresses of modern day living. Despite the best hopes of politicians, law enforcement agencies, bureaucrats and authorities in general, there is an increase in depression, suicide, drug taking etc. This is common knowledge. The more sedentary society ( particularly youth ) becomes, the more need there is to promote healthy recreation, which means channelling their energy into an area where it does not impact on the unwary and innocent.

Don't ban it, use it as an educational tool and help create a healthier, happier and more productive society.

Lakeside Raceway can provide an idea means to achieve this.

I strongly advocate that Lakeside Raceway remains operational and accessible to motoring enthusiasts and as an educational facility for young drivers."

Peter Brock. AM.


LMRE wishes to thank Mr Brock for his valuable time and support.

Hi oan878,

The answer to your question is a lot!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I'm Scott Clark, publicity officer for Lakeside Motor Racing Enthusiasts. We are a group of car and bike people just like you, who have been working for over 4 years to see the return of club-level motor racing to Lakeside International Raceway. We are giving a united voice for the fragmented motorsport community.

Most questions can be answered by visiting our website (www.lakesideraceway.com) and reading about LMRE and the battle so far - through our press releases.

If you want, I'll put you on our Supporter's List to receive all our media releases and updates, etc.

Someone has to champion the cause in your area and among your friends.
We sure would appreciate your help!