Ashton’s President’s Prattle for April, 2023

President's Prattle

Welcome to autumn! This morning was the first morning which really smelt like autumn, so I guess we can be happy with that. And let’s face it, this weather is perfect for open top driving!

South Australian Lotus Torque: March, 2023

The lineup of Lotus at the ABD – Words and Pictures courtesy of Andrew Stevens Catch up with all the news from South Australia, thanks to our SA correspondent Andrew Stevens, recapping the 2023 SA All British Day.

Ashton’s President’s Prattle for March, 2023

Welcome to March everyone! What a difference two or three days less makes to how long a month seems to last! But February was a great month, with a particular highlight being the presence at our Tyre Kick and Coffee of the SSC Emira, along with Phil and Graham’s customer cars. Very grateful thanks to Lee and Richard for giving … Read More

Lotus Photos: Sandy Bay Tasmania, March 2023

Images thanks to Robert Verhey Our friends in Tasmania get together most months at Sandy Bay to kick tyres and chat about life, Lotus and everything. Robert Verhey made it to March’s meeting, and very kindly reached out with a few photos that you can enjoy below.

Ashton’s President’s Prattle for February, 2023

President's Prattle

Well, I can scarcely say Happy New Year given it’s now February, so let’s go with I hope 2023 is all you wish for instead. And I for one have made several resolutions which, unusually, I intend to keep! For one, I have committed to listening more to our membership’s needs, wants, and ideas. So please, do let us know … Read More

South Australian Lotus Torque, January 2023

Sangdi Ren Exige at top of Corkscrew: Bruce Hannant Catch up with all the news from South Australia, thanks to our SA correspondent Andrew Stevens, recapping our first run of the year, Christmas lunch, the Shannons Adelaide Rally, and more.

Ashton’s President’s Prattle for December, 2022

President's Prattle

Happy Christmas to you and yours from all the CLA Committee, and may I personally wish you a fantastic break and a lovely time with friends and family over the Christmas and New Year. As we storm towards the CLA Christmas Party and AGM next weekend, it’s worth reflecting on what has been another momentous year in all sorts of … Read More

Ashton’s President’s Prattle for October, 2022

President's Prattle

Well, here we are into the last quarter of 2022 – who’d a thunk it? Where has the year gone so far? It’s certainly been a bit up and down, both weather-wise (and sadly I gather we are heading into the third La Nina cycle) and emotionally. We have lost some close friends, and had our share of disappointments, but … Read More