23rd August 2005 - Strong Result for the SsangYong F1 Powerboat Race Team on the Gold Coast
We thought you might all enjoy reading this rom Craig Bailey who competed in the same F1 Superboat race as KIWI Malcolm Jamieson in his KRB F1 Tunnel.
These Races are also broadcast on Sky TV here at some point in the next few weeks I will try to find out when.

Qualifying

The 6th round of the FPS F1 Superboat Series on the beautiful Gold Coast was greeted by testing conditions for the drivers today. Strong winds were blowing down the course for the first session, catching out Tasmanian driver, Todd Leary.
Leary barrel rolled his boat on the top turn, completely tearing off his right hand sponson and damaging the drivers cell. He was ok but is out for the weekend.
Craig Bailey declared himself happy with the setup and changes he had made to the SsangYong F1 boat for this weekend.
"We had tested during the week in Sydney and I had moved some weight around in the boat to try and improve the balance" said Bailey.
Bailey went out to test the conditions, completing 6 cautious laps before returning to make some changes to the trim settings.
" The trim was running a bit quick" commented Bailey" we changed pumps for the 2nd session and it seemed ok"
Crew chief, Jason Chiswell readjusted the engine setting as well resulting in 2nd fastest time behind series leader, David Trask. A 34.6 to a 34.8sec lap in front of Jon Tscaccounis (3rd) and Shane Vella in 4th.
Bob Trask was debuting his new GTR05 design, a full composite boat built in their Brisbane workshops, he was 5th fastest.
"Tomorrow are the hot laps in the morning for the all important pole positions, we need to get in the top 3 for a good result in Race 1 I think."
Racing starts at 10.00am at the Spit just next to Seaworld..

Raceday
Perfect condition greeted the drivers on race morning, the only concern being the rollers that were coming onto the racecourse from pleasure boats heading out for the day out in the channel.
Hot laps saw the team score a disappointing 7th position, some 3 seconds behind pole sitter David Trask in the TDC DAC Boat.
"I was setting the boat for the southern turn at full noise, I guess that would be close to 230kph on this course and I got messed up due to a few waves in the wrong spot" said Bailey" I could have tried to turn the boat in on them, but I am still not confident enough in the new boat. I could have ended up with a pile of firewood right there, so I backed off. We'll aim for a good start and see what happens".

Race 1
Was a cracker with Dave Trask and NZ champion, Malcom Jamieson who had qualified 2nd, jumping off the start and leading the field into turn 1. Bailey worked his way through the field to 4th, behind Shane Vella who had his composite Seebold boat back from being repaired in the states.
Bailey eventually got past Vella whilst lapping some of the backmarkers, but it was too late to chase down the leaders. A fantastic battle was on with Dave Trask doing his best to hold off the charging Kiwi. Trask took the win as he set about racking up the points in his quest for a series championship.
The SsangYong team got a 3rd which meant the all important advantage of a good grid position for the 15 lap race 2.

In Race 2
It was neck and neck with about 5 boats vying for the lead into turn 1. Again it was Trask with Craig neck and neck with Jamieson. Bailey had the run down the outside and did get in front of the Anglomoil sponsored KRB boat of Jamieson. A great crowd were watching, both from the bank and those moored on the outside of the course in pleasure boats, as again Bailey had to give way to the flying kiwi who took a tighter line on the bottom turn to retake 2nd and head out after Trask. Bailey was able to stay in a solid 3rd, ,chasing all the way and holding off Bob Trask who seemed to be just off the pace this weekend. Also one to watch had been local driver, Craig Truslove in the FPS sponsored boat, who was putting in some quick laps.
The SsangYong boat got another 3rd, but again, we were learning more and more about the setup and handling characteristics. The final was going to be interesting.
"The boat is fast, no doubt about it" Craig said after race 2. "I have speed to burn, but I just can't seem to get through the rougher turns like the DAC and the KRB boats. They have been designed for the rougher European conditions and I just need a bit more time to turn in the sloppy water as hard as they do".

In race 3
Bailey got a great start and had a slight advantage over Jamieson into turn 1. It was Trask in front, but only just, as Craig let the boat fly all the way down the front straight. Neck and neck for about 5 laps as Trask held only a slight advantage as jamieson decided to make it a 3 way tussle, searching for a way past the SsangYong boat.
Eventually it was to be Jamieson's downfall, burying the nose of the boat on the rough bottom turn trying to go up the inside of Bailey. It blew the cowel off and sent water into the engine, stopping it straight away.
That was the kiwi challenge over and officials decided to bring out the paceboat as he began to drift into the path of oncoming boats.
On the restart it was Trask who got the jump and let his engine have everything it had for the final 6 lap run to the flag. Bailey settled for 2nd and Bob Trask rounded out the 3.

Final results were:
1st Dave Trask - TDC/DAC
2nd Craig Bailey - SsangYong/Extreme F1
3rd Bob Trask - TDC/GTR 05




"I'm happy" said Bailey, "it was our 2nd race and I'm really starting to understand what the boat is going to do a lot better. I was able to go with Dave in the last race, who knows what may have happened if there wasn't a race stoppage. Full credit to him though, he was the fastest guy out there today. Our boys have all worked so hard to get us here and competitive, I really have to thank them all. It was a team effort this weekend"
"I'm already fired up for the final round in Penrith. We'll make a few more changes and try and go for a win"

Craig Bailey Racing is supported by:
SsangYong Australia
RedLine Oils
Andrew Short Marine
Kentan Machinery
Lewis Fabrications
Inner Circle Rum
Glasurit paints
Rigoli Smash Repairs
Tait Radio Communications
Fgi
Kennards Hire
DVD My Life
Waynes Injector Services


And a special thanks has to go out to all the friendly staff at Melbas Bar this weekend, our crew and supporters were treated to some great food and entertainment over the 3 days. If your ever up on the Gold Coast, stop in for a bite and a drink. Also Red Bull are supporting the team now, keeping the crew and guests charged up with plenty of drinks. We also had local business, KNP Marine and Outboard Sales on board, hopefully we'll be back next year, thanks guys.
For more information and results go to www.f1boat.com.au and keep your eye on the TV guide in 2 weeks time. The race will be shown on SBS Speedweek and Fox Sports Inside Speed.
For further information contact 0418 975 819

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19th August 2005 - Dennis Dustin

At the Recent NZPBA Conference held in Rotorua, Retiring President Dennis Dustin was made a Life Member of the NZPBA.

As an Appreciation for his Ten Years as President. The New Zealand Grand Prix Hydroplane Drivers Club Presented Dennis with a Special Trophy.

Pictured below is Warwick Lupton Presenting the Trophy to Dennis while to the left Secretary Peter McLeod, and New President Jamie Knight look on. Below that is a Picture of the Trophy.

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17th August 2005 - Wanganui Motor Boat Club AGM
The Wanganui Motor Boat Club AGM will be held on September 17th 2005 at 4pm in the Wanganui Clubrooms.

Due to the AGM for the Divers Clubs being held on the 27th of August, the Club has changed its Date for the AGM to the 17th of September.
The club will also hold its Monthly Committee Meeting which normally would be on the 14th of September at 3pm on the 17th of September before the AGM.
There will be Drinks available in the Clubrooms after the meeting. and further details will be posted.

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17th August 2005 - NZGPHDC AGM Updated

The New Zealand Grand Prix Hydroplane Drivers Club will be holding there AGM on Saturday 27th August 2005.
This event is been held at the Suncourt Motor Hotel in Taupo starting at 1.00pm Sharp.
If You have any Items that wished to be listed for discussion or any Nominations for positions on the Club Please contact,
Secretary
Denise Moughan
P.O. Box 51 251
Pakuranga
Ph 09 2749866
Fax 09 2749866
Mobile 027 2503504
E-mail - Denise Moughan

There are 3 other Boating AGM's to be held at the same Venue.
Grand National Drivers AGM will commence at 11.00am.
Modified Hydroplane Drivers Club will Commence at 12.00pm.
New Zealand Grand Prix Hydroplane Drivers Club will Commence at 1.00pm.
Series 3000 Drivers AGM will Commence at 2.30pm.

Afterwards there will be a Get together session in the Bar.


You Can Contact the Suncourt Motor Hotel on Ph: 0800786268 or check there Website Link below if you are seeking Accommodation.

Website


Also
New Zealand Formula 1 Drivers Club AGM will be held,
Saturday 27th August 2005
Wellington Power Boat Club
Porirua
For details contact Peter Edmond 021-527-811

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16th August 2005 - EC Griffith Cup on Sky TV
Sky Sport will be showing the EC Griffiths Cup on the Following Channels and times over the early part of September

Thursday 1st September 2005 5:30pm Sky Sport One & 11:00pm Sky Sport Three.
Monday 5th September 2005 2:30am Sky Sport One.
Wednesday 7th September 2005 7:30am Sky Sport Two.
Sunday 11th September 2005 12.30am Sky Sport Two & 11:30am Sky Sport Two.
Wednesday 14th September 2005 9:30pm Sky Sport Two.

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15th August 2005 - National Boat Show
This week The National Boat Show is being held at Mystery Creek Events Center in Hamilton from Thursday 18th - Sunday 21st of August.
The New Zealand Grand Prix Hydroplane Drivers Club is once more supporting the event along with all the other Boat Racing Organizations
Boats on display are Annihilator 3, Fair Warning & Hang On, Innocent Victim, California Girls we will also have on the stand next to us Thundercats, Jet Boat and Jet sprint we are located on site L6 & L7.
There will be photo opportunities for the Kids who will get the chance to sit in some of the Boats.
There will be plenty of information and static Displays on Site as well.

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12th August 2005 - Griffiths Cup DVD
The New Zealand Grand Prix Hydroplane Drivers Club now have for Sale the DVD of the Griffiths Cup held at Lake Mulwala, Yarrawonga on May 7th - 8th 2005
More Details and Purchasing can be made by E-mailing Denise Moughan

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12th August 2005 - NZGP AGM
The New Zealand Grand Prix Hydroplane Drivers Club will be holding there AGM on Saturday 27th August 2005.
This event is been held at the Suncourt Motor Inn in Taupo starting at 1.00pm Sharp

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21st July 2005 - Jean Theoret
Jean Theoret driving the "U-8 Llumar Window Film" had an unfortunate accident at the Chrysler Jeep Superstores ABRA Gold Cup meeting in Detroit over the weekend.
Jean was clearly the Favorite Driver/Boat combination during the event winning the first 3 heats of the meeting, but in heat 4 his boat hit a Buoy and disappeared into the rooster tail of Jimmy King in the "U-3 Miss Chrysler Jeep" The resulting damage was the loss of the right hand Sponson which put the boat out of the Final.
The crew of the "U-8 Llumar Window Film" will be working hard to try and get the boat ready for the next meeting at Tri-Cities in just two weeks time.
Pictures of Jean Theoret"U-8 Llumar Window Film"can be found at American Boat Racing Association

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16th July 2005 - "Annihilator 3"

The above Boat is "Miss Leroy". This is the boat that is now known as "Annihilator 3" and was brought to New Zealand by Graham Weller in 1999. When Graham got the job driving "Warlord" he put the boat up for sale and the Lupton's stepped up and Brought the Boat

Don't forget the EC Griffith Cup is on TV3 Tomorrow.

For The Australians it is Important to note that the Tape for the EC Griffiths Cup has been sent to Fox Sports and will screen at some point in time on one of there Sports Channels so keep your eyes on the listings.
Drop me an E-mail Webmaster
if you see it and I will post the times here

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9th July 2005 - Griffiths Cup On TV3
The 2005 Griffiths Cup will feature on New Zealand TV3 Sports Arena Show. This will be on the 17th July and the show starts at 3pm.

The Griffiths Cup will also screen on Sky Sports 1 & 2 at a later Date. We will keep you informed of the schedules as the come to hand.

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4th July 2005 - Annihilator Article
The Wanganui Chronicle posted the following Article on Friday 1st July. It would have been up earlier but I left it at Work.
Click image to see a bigger version

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3rd July 2005 - World Champs

Pictured above is Graham Coddington "Midnight Miss" he was one of the many Classic Hydros in attendance at the first weekend at Taree.
This Boat was originally called "Scorpio" a USA Lauterbach Boat which eventually was purchased by The Great Peter Knight Sr in New Zealand. The Knights then set up the Boat for Gina Campbell to break the Women's Water speed Record and was then sold to Australia a couple of years ago where it went a full ground up rebuild and is looking and running very well in the hands of Graham Coddington

Also added to the Taree Gallery are more Pictures from the Support Classic Hydro Races

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3rd July 2005 - World Champs

The Support Classes on the first weekend were well supported by the many different Hydroplanes that showed up. We first meet Bob Miller and Longshot above at a service station just outside Newcastle on our way to Taree. He was helpful with directions and came up for the second weekend to watch as well.
Impatient was a very tidy looking Red Hydro which I think had Propeller problems in his first race.

Also added to the Taree Gallery are more Pictures from the Support Hydro Races

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1st July 2005 - World Champs

The Pictures below are all from the Race 5 Heat which featured Tom Heffernan "Dragula", Paul Cunningham "GP55", & Ken Lupton "Annihilator 3".

This was by far the best Race of the Championship and also gave the narrowest winning margin of just 1/100 of a second.


Also added to the Taree Gallery are 24 extra Pictures from the Heats on Day 4 of the World Championships.

"Annihilator 3" - "Dragula" - "GP55" lining up for the Start	Ken Lupton, Tom Heffernan & Paul Cunningham after the start	"Annihilator 3"	"Annihilator 3" & "GP55"
"Annihilator 3" & "GP55"	"Annihilator 3" & "GP55"	"Annihilator 3" & "GP55" pass the Flag Buoy with one lap to go	"Annihilator 3" & "GP55" with Paul getting lots of air under the boat
"Annihilator 3" & "GP55" with "Dragula" in the background	"Annihilator 3" & "GP55" coming up to the line and nothing in it	After the line and Ken Lupton Beat Paul Cunningham	"Dragula" finished Third

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29th June 2005 - World Champs

Paul Cunningham and his "GP55" Team Celebrate at prize giving held in the Taree Aquatic Club

Below are a couple of pictures from the prize giving.

Tom Heffernan "Dragula" Third Place.	Paul Burton "Warlord" Second Place.	Grant Harrison the Reigning Champion presents Paul Cunningham with the Medal.	Paul Received a Jacket from DEAS Screenprinting & Embroidery
Trophy	The Three Trophies	The Three Medals	The Manager of the Taree Aquatic Club
Tom Heffernan "Dragula" Gets his Third Place Medal.	Paul Burton "Warlord" Gets his Second Place Medal stuck	Paul Burton gives a speech	Paul Cunningham "GP55" thanks the crowd as Grant Harrison Looks on
Paul Thanks his Father Con Cunningham	"GP55" Team	Warwick Lupton "Annihilator 1"	Warwick Congratulates Paul for his Win
David Alexander "Annihilator 2'	Ken Lupton "Annihilator 3"	Dennis Dustin UIM Referee	Denise Moughan New Zealand Official

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26th June 2005 4.45pm Aussie Time - World Champs

Paul Cunningham "GP55" is the New Grand Prix Hydroplane World Champion

The Team from "GP55" celebrate their Win

The New Zealand Grand Prix Hydroplane Drivers Club Wish to Congratulate Paul Cunningham and the Crew of "GP55" for their Successful 2005 World Grand Prix Hydroplane Championship Campaign.

Race 6 Points are now Available
The Organizers decided to run the 4 remaining Boats in two heats.
Heat 6A
1st "Warlord" Paul Burton, Time 2.55.49 Fastest Lap 42.52
2nd "GP55" Paul Cunningham, Time 3.16.84 Fastest Lap = 46.26
Paul Cunningham was happy to run around behind Warlord knowing he had already won the Championship


Heat 6B
1st "Annihilator 3" Ken Lupton, Time 3.16.04 Fastest Lap = 48.73
2nd "Dragula" Tom Heffernan, Time 3.33.02 Fastest Lap = 48.25
("Annihilator 1 & 2" were unable to Start with broken engines)
Ken and Tom went out hard for the first few laps and it was a great battle however Tom noticed that Dragula had a problem at the rear of the Boat and backed off on the last turn he almost lost all control of the rudder and limped over the line.
Tom Heffernan and the Dragula Team can be proud of their results they race on a budget with just one engine which is not as powerful as the other big Boats. That they finished all the races is an achievement to their dedication and commitment to the Boat.
Congratulations on a well deserved third place.

Points for Race 6
1st - "Warlord" Paul Burton - 400 points
2nd - "Annihilator 3" Ken Lupton - 300 points
3rd - "GP55" Paul Cunningham - 225 points
4th - "Dragula" Tom Heffernan - 169 points
5th - "Annihilator 2" David Alexander - 0 points
6th - "Annihilator 1" Warwick Lupton - 0 points



Final Points for the 2005 World Grand Prix Hydroplane Championship:
1st - "GP55" Paul Cunningham - 1819 points
2nd - "Warlord" Paul Burton - 1400 points
3rd - "Dragula" Tom Heffernan - 1238 points
4th - "Annihilator 3" Ken Lupton - 900 points
5th - "Annihilator 1" Warwick Lupton - 700 points
6th - "Annihilator 2" David Alexander - 169 points
7th - "Hyper Active" Ricky Howard - 0 points
8th - "Tattoo" Matt Ferris - 0 points
9th - "Wasp" Bobby Fisher - 0 points

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26th June 2005 2.30pm Aussie Time - World Champs

Ken passed "GP55" at the line by 1/100 of a second
Race 5 Points are now Available
Heat 5A
1st "Annihilator 3" Ken Lupton, Time 3.10.46 Fastest Lap = 46.35
2nd "GP55" Paul Cunningham, Time 3.10.47 Fastest Lap = 46.26
3rd "Dragula" Tom Heffernan, Time 3.25.88 Fastest Lap = 49.97
This was the race of the meeting so far with Dragula finishing in third. The race however for 1st was the closest there has been for some time and it was unclear at the line who had won. In the Pits Ken was confident he had done enough to cross the line first. A photo finish was what was needed to pick them and it turned out that Ken won by just a Fraction of a second. The crowd gave both Paul Cunningham "GP55" and Ken Lupton "Annihilator 3" a standing ovation on the warm down Lap.


Heat 5B
1st "Warlord" Paul Burton, Time 2.53.73 Fastest Lap 41.70
DNF "Annihilator 2" David Alexander, (broke on first corner)
DNF "Annihilator 1" Warwick Lupton, (Broke before the Start Flag dropped)
Drama at the start as Warwick Lupton Broke the Engine going to the start line and was left stranded just past the top turn. The flag dropped and David and Paul Burton went hell for leather into the First turn only for Warlord to emerge leaving a stranded "Annihilator 2" in the water with Flames once more coming out from the right hand side. Warlord was left to run on his own and set about doing the fastest lap of the meeting and the fastest overall time to boot.

Unofficially Paul Cunningham "GP55" has won the World Title with a Round to go.

Points for Race 5
1st - "Warlord" Paul Burton - 400 points
2nd - "Annihilator 3" Ken Lupton - 300 points
3rd - "GP55" Paul Cunningham - 225 points
4th - "Dragula" Tom Heffernan - 169 points
5th - "Annihilator 2" David Alexander - 0 points
6th - "Annihilator 1" Warwick Lupton - 0 points



Points After Race 1 & 2 & 3 & 4 & 5.
1st - "GP55" Paul Cunningham - 1594 points
2nd - "Dragula" Tom Heffernan - 1069 points
3rd - "Warlord" Paul Burton - 1000 points
4th - "Annihilator 1" Warwick Lupton - 700 points
5th - "Annihilator 3" Ken Lupton - 600 points
6th - "Annihilator 2" David Alexander - 169 points
7th - "Hyper Active" Ricky Howard - 0 points
8th - "Tattoo" Matt Ferris - 0 points
9th - "Wasp" Bobby Fisher - 0 points

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26th June 2005 12.30pm Aussie Time - World Champs

Race 4B Start
Race 4 Points are now Available
Heat 4A
1st "Warlord" Paul Burton, Time 3.06.48 Fastest Lap 45.74
2nd "Dragula" Tom Heffernan, Time 3.17.18 Fastest Lap = 45.61
DNF "Annihilator 1" Warwick Lupton, Fastest Lap = 42.29
Warwick took the jump and powered away from a hard charging Paul Burton and Dragula ever Mr Consistent kept a close watch in Third Place. After 2 Laps it was clear that Warwick had a problem and was slowing. The Engine Let Go on the last corner which allowed Warlord to take the win from Dragula


Heat 4B
1st "GP55" Paul Cunningham, Time 3.02.13 Fastest Lap = 44.65
DNF "Annihilator 3" Ken Lupton, Fastest Lap = 46.87
DNF "Annihilator 2" David Alexander, Fastest Lap = 47.68
A Great Start with all 3 boats close together and not giving any more room than necessary. GP55 got the lead coming out of the first Turn and started to pull away. Ken had some rough water in the first turn and lost ground but was charging hard in third. At Lap 2 David came to a stop with a Engine Fire. David thought it best to abandon ship at this point and leapt into the water, a brave effort for a man who is not a good swimmer however the water was only Knee Deep.

All up a very Disappointing Round for the New Zealand Team and they really need some miracles to take the title Now.

Points for Race 4
1st - "GP55" Paul Cunningham - 400 points
2nd - "Warlord" Paul Burton - 300 points
3rd - "Dragula" Tom Heffernan - 225 points
4th - "Annihilator 1" Warwick Lupton - 0 points
5th - "Annihilator 3" Ken Lupton - 0 points
6th - "Annihilator 2" David Alexander - 0 points



Points After Race 1 & 2 & 3 & 4.
1st - "GP55" Paul Cunningham - 1369 points
2nd - "Dragula" Tom Heffernan - 900 points
3rd - "Annihilator 1" Warwick Lupton - 700 points
4th - "Warlord" Paul Burton - 600 points
5th - "Annihilator 3" Ken Lupton - 300 points
6th - "Annihilator 2" David Alexander - 169 points
7th - "Hyper Active" Ricky Howard - 0 points
8th - "Tattoo" Matt Ferris - 0 points
9th - "Wasp" Bobby Fisher - 0 points

At the Moment the draw for Race 5:
Heat 5A
Pole 1 - Paul Cunningham "GP55"
Pole 2 - Tom Heffernan "Dragula"
Pole 3 - Ken Lupton "Annihilator 3"

Heat 5B
Pole 1 - Paul Burton "Warlord"
Pole 2 - Warwick Lupton "Annihilator 1"
Pole 3 - David Alexander "Annihilator 2"

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26th June 2005 8.30am Aussie time - World Champs

The Final Day of racing looks to be a cracker. There will be 3 Races of two heats each the same format as last sunday except for the Final race. In the final race the top 3 Boats on points will be in the same heat, but the results of the final race will still be determined by fastest times.

I will update after each of the 3 Races when I have the points and times from the officials.

Below are a few images from the third day.

Tom Heffernan "Dragula"	"Dragula"	Ken Lupton "Annihilator 3"	"Annihilator 3"
Paul Cunningham "GP55"	"GP55"	Paul shows us the broken Zoomie	And then it breaks off and falls in the bottom of the Boat
David Alexander "Annihilator 2"	Ken Lupton "Annihilator 1"	Ken Warby lights the candle	Ken Warby
Barry Chesser "Fury"	"Jail Break"	Start of one of the 5L/6L Races	"Noise Works" passes "Jail Break"

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25th June 2005 4.45pm Aussie Time - World Champs

Ken Warby managed to get onto the water to do a few runs up and down including one pass under the bridge. Their was a lot of Media at this Run with Cameras and TV crews popping up everywhere. He didn't do to much of a Flame out the back and I was rather disappointed that this was the best Flame he produced.

Dragula had nothing more to prove so left the Boat on the Trailer.
GP55 got their Pipes Welded by a Local and went back out to test for 3 laps.
Annihilator 1 broke a Blower belt but changed it and went out and ran well.
Annihilator 2 Had a good clean Run and the Repairs haven't affected the boats handling at all.
Annihilator 3 Had a couple of short runs and the crew worked on the prop shaft.
Rain caused many delays and the Juniors had quite a few races.

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25th June 2005 1.50pm Aussie Time - World Champs

Its rained off and on all day so far the GP Boats didn't hit the water until 12.30pm. Warlord has not shown as he is waiting for glue to dry on the boat.
Annihilator 2 is yet to hit the water but is ready to Go.
The Wasp Is a no Show.
Tattoo was DQ by the UIM
Dragula ran very well
GP55 had to stop on his third practice lap when one of the right hand side Pipes fell off.
Ken Warby will do a run at 3pm should be Good.
There are more Juniors here than Displacement Boats.
Fury, Melodee, Bellaterra, Eliminator, Bring it On, Truly Wicked, Noise Works, and Jail Break are the only Displacement Boats here

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25th June 2005 7.45am Aussie Time - World Champs
Its an Overcast Day but the weather should hold for the day.
There is Practice for the GP's at 10.30am And I will post a Report sometime after that. At 2.00pm there was supposed to be Hot Laps but they are not needed so it may just be a further test session.

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24th June 2005 - Annihilator 2 Repaired

Tom Heffernan and the Team are flat put repairing Annihilator 2. At this stage the Boat should be ready on time. The Boat is currently at Taree Airport waiting for the glue to dry and keeping out of the rain.

Warlord Has been Repaired we are told so should be there tomorrow.

Tattoo has been declared Ineligible as a Grand Prix Hydroplane by the UIM.

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24th June 2005 - Annihilator Teams Visit Schools

The Annihilator Teams along with the Dragula Team spent a couple of hours on thursday visiting two Schools in the Taree District.

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23rd June 2005 - World Championships
Just a Reminder for those who haven't scrolled down to the results of the weekends racing the points of the Championship are Currently

Points After Race 3

1st - "GP55", Paul Cunningham - 969 points.
2nd - "Annihilator 1", Warwick Lupton - 700 points.
3rd - "Dragula", Tom Heffernan - 675 points.
4th - "Annihilator 3", Ken Lupton - 300 points.
5th - "Warlord", Paul Burton - 300 points.
6th - "Annihilator 2", David Alexander - 169 points.
7th - "Hyper Active", Ricky Howard - 0 points.
8th - "Tattoo", Matt Ferris - 0 points.
9th - "Wasp", Bobby Fisher - 0 points.

At the Moment the draw for Race 4 is
Heat 4A
Pole 1 - Warwick Lupton "Annihilator 1"
Pole 2 - Tom Heffernan "Dragula"
Pole 3 - Paul Burton "Warlord"

Heat 4B
Pole 1 - Ken Lupton "Annihilator 3"
Pole 2 - Paul Cunningham "GP55"
Pole 3 - David Alexander "Annihilator 2"

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23rd June 2005 - World Champs on TV3 News
Due to Tape delays(i.e. Aussie Postage) The Story will now air on TV3 on Friday Night. Be sure to keep an eye out for it.

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