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ANDRA Motor Mail June 9, 2017

09/06/2017

9th June 2017

Catch up on the latest news in ANDRA Drag Racing...

 CONTENTS:
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 A Message From ANDRA

In light of this weeks, 400 Thunder announcement, ANDRA would like to acknowledge that we are supportive of a single Group One series concept, run by 400 Thunder.

We can confirm that ANDRA has been in negotiation with venue promoters and Australian Professional Drag Racing (APDR) to ensure that the single Group One series model meets everyone’s needs.

ANDRA is also able to confirm Group One Competitors in the 400 Thunder Professional Championship Series will be able to purchase an event licence where their home track is operating under an alternative sanctioning body. 

ANDRA is still continuing discussions on the details of the arrangement, including TV/ Livestreaming of the Summit Racing Equipment Sportsman Series,  and there will be further information released when this information is confirmed.

We would like to reassure the membership that ANDRA will continue to administer the Summit Racing Equipment Sportsman Series for all ANDRA Sportsman Racers alongside the 400 Thunder events at ANDRA sanctioned venues.

We are still awaiting some input from venues and APDR in regards to dates and we will be releasing a calendar shortly. 
 

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 ANDRA Announces New Structure

The CEO of ANDRA has recommended a new structure which the Board has approved.

It will see ANDRA concentrating on its role as a sanctioning authority whilst continuing to manage the Summit Racing Equipment Sportsman Series.

The new structure will be headed by a General Manager in a leaner organisation. Current Competition Manager Brett Stevens has been appointed as the acting General Manager to commence in June.

Grant Goodall the current CEO has agreed to join the ANDRA Board as an Independent Director, commencing in July.

Acting Chairman of ANDRA Terry Jongen said, “The streamlining of ANDRA will allow it to concentrate on member services. The Board appreciate that Grant has recommended his own position be made redundant in the best interests of the sport and ANDRA.

Grant has been an excellent contributor as the CEO of ANDRA and has achieved a great deal given the role was part-time and in a difficult period.  The Board look forward to Grant's continuing contributions as a Director and a mark that there is confidence in going forward with the sport and ANDRA into the future. ANDRA remains a not for profit member based organisation.”

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 Volunteer of the Year Nominations Open


Arthur J. Gallagher has an extensive national broking network in metropolitan and regional Australian locations. They provide broking solutions to a wide range of clients from small to medium enterprises through to large multi-national corporations, as well as affinity partners and associations including the Australian National Drag Racing Association Ltd.
 
The Arthur J Gallagher Volunteer of the Year award is designed to recognise the outstanding contribution and passion of volunteers donating their time to ANDRA Drag Racing.
  
PLEASE NOTE: NOMINATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN 18th AUGUST 2017
 
To nominate your 2017 Arthur J. Gallagher Volunteer of the Year download the form under Competitor > ANDRA Forms or CLICK HERE. 

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 Queensland Championships 


 

Entries are now open for Round 1 of the 2017 Queensland Championship Series at Palmyra Dragway.

This is a standalone Queensland based series involving Palmyra Dragway, Benaraby Raceway and Ironbark Raceway.

Details: Rd 1 Palmyra Dragway
 
Pre-Entries close Monday June 26, 2017 at 5.00pm
 
SCHEDULE: (Subject to Change)
 
Friday 30th June
Gates open 12.00pm for early setup.
Test & Tune from 6.00pm – 10.00pm
Please note that if you are not camping at the track to make sure your pit area is secure.
 
Saturday 1st July 2017
Gates open from 7.00am
Office & ESP open from 8.00am
Qualifying from 12.00pm
 
SUNDAY 2nd July
Racing from 9.00am
Finals from approx 2.00pm


For further information: Palmyra Dragway - Benaraby Dragway - Ironbark Dragway

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 2017 Nitro Up North Entries Open



Coming up fast is the 2017 Nitro Up North event that is ready to rock Darwin to the bone. Featuring an explosion of horsepower and excitement, Nitro Up North is the opening round of the 2017/18 Summit Racing Equipment Sportsman Series.

Nitro Up North is one of the great events to attend as an Australian drag racer. We like to think of it not just as another drag racing event, but also an adventure.

Imagine towing to Darwin with a group of friends in convoy, stopping at some of Australia’s great sights along the way. Bring the family and see Uluru or Kakadu National Park, and of course, enjoy racing at one of Australia’s premier venues – Hidden Valley Drag Strip.

To enter the event, click here (link to http://nitroupnorth.com.au/2017/03/28/racer-entry/)

Entries close Friday, July 7th at 11:59 pm (GMT + 09:30 Darwin)

For more info go to www.nitroupnorth.com.au or email to info@nitroupnorth.com.au

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 2017 Desert Nationals



Entries are open for Round 2 of the 2017/18 Summit Racing Equipment Sportsman Championship Series.
Normal Entries close on July 7th, 2017.
Late entries accepted up until July 21st at addition cost!

Info: www.cadra.com.au/desert-nationals/desert-nationals-info

Entries: www.cadra.com.au/desert-nationals/desert-nationals-online-entry/desert-nationals-2017 

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 End Of Financial Year Merchandise Sale



For the month of June only, ANDRA are having their annual EOFY Sale. And the timing is perfect with Winter upon us. Check out all the goodies at www.andrashop.com.au. and save 10% off everything for everyone, including non-ANDRA Members.

However, if you are an ANDRA Member it just gets better. We've bumped the savings up to 15%. To take advantage of the offer you must call the office - Phone (08) 8271 5355 BH and have your membership number at the ready or email your details and order to  info@andra.com.au 

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 GET TO KNOW YOUR LOCAL DIVISIONAL COUNCIL. 
  
Your ANDRA Divisional Council is your local contact point for information and support.   Amongst other things, your Division Director can assist with Technical Inspector Details in your area, enquiries on becoming an ANDRA volunteer and is your local voice to the ANDRA Operations Committee and ANDRA Ltd Board.
 
NORTHERN AUSTRALIA
The state of Queensland and Northern Territory marked north from 24 degrees south latitude (North of Gladstone  QLD) including the Darwin Area
 
Division Director Nathan Peirano
Phone 0457 306 159
Email northernaustralia@andra.com.au
 NA DC DELEGATES
Ross Bryant
Peter Peirano
Aaron Stibbs
Ross Lemberg
Glenn Cunningham
 
SOUTH QUEENSLAND
The state of Queensland south of 24 degrees south latitude (including the Gladstone area) and part of NSW north of 30 degrees south latitude.
 
Division Director – Alternate Wayne Downes
Email southqueensland@andra.com.au
   
SQ DC DELEGATES
Lance Ginbey
Darren Booth
Brendan Roberts
Les Nagy
Vartan Bedrossian
Sarah Langridge
 
NEW SOUTH WALES
The state of New South Wales and ACT, but excluding north of 30 degrees south latitude and the area 8 kilometres north along the length of its Murray River border.
 
Division Director Geoff Crisp
Phone 0408 853 911
Email newsouthwales@andra.com.au
   
NSW DC DELEGATES
Mark Shepherd
Jim Rowley
John Ward
Frank Cannistra
Jason Stares
Sharon Ward
 
VICTORIA/TASMANIA 
The states of Victoria and Tasmania and the area 8 kilometres north of the Murray River Border excluding Mildura.
 
Division Director Paul Rogers Jnr
Phone 0408 712 605
Email victoriatasmania@andra.com.au
   
VIC/T DC DELEGATES
Darren Parker
Bill Caris
Douglas Anderson
Stephen Crook
Peter Pisalidis
Rob Cassar
Darryl Chamberlain
 
SOUTH AUSTRALIA
The state of South Australia, Northern Territory (excluding the Darwin area).
 
Division Director – Alternate Vladamir Ostashkevich
Phone 0448 326 464
Email southaustralia@andra.com.au
   
SA DC DELEGATES
Andrew Favotti
Bruno Romeo
Rob Rath
Bob Sherry
Sergei Ostashkevich
Margaret Oppes
Andrew Braithwaite
Danny Buccella
 
WESTERN AUSTRALIA 
The state of Western Australia.
 
Division Director Terry Jongen
Phone 0424 198 400
Email westernaustralia@andra.com.au
 
WA DC DELEGATES
Nick Gardiner
Alan Hudson
Peter Glover
Anthony Begley
Geoff Chaisty
Ian Jenkins
Elizabeth Johns
Murray O’Connor
 
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 Summit Racing Equipment Pro Shop

Summit Racing Equipment continues its support for Australian drag racers by extending the Summit Racing Pro Shop to include full ANDRA licence holders.

As a Pro Shop member, racers qualify for exclusive discount pricing on performance equipment from the biggest brands in motorsports. 

In addition, ANDRA red licence holders will be granted the same access as their US counterparts to expert tech advice, plus fast and easy special ordering on those hard-to-find parts. 

Racers can create an account by sending a copy/scan of their licence, address, phone number and email address to ProShopAU@SummitRacing.com

Terms & Conditions: 

  • Summit Racing Pro Shop account is for racers personal use and is not to be shared with friends or relatives.
  • The credit card used must belong to the racer on the account.
  • Racers need to renew accounts annually.
  • Failure to follow these guidelines will result in loss of Summit Racing Pro Shop privileges.

For the full story please CLICK HERE

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