Best known for it’s road racing, McNamara Park’s first competitive event occurred on this day September 13 1953 – 70 years ago. It was a Scramble on “the new half mile track” which used part of the planned road race circuit. that Frank McNamara had roughed- out with his General Stuart tank fitted with a dozer blade. According to The Border Watch a large crowd attended, witnessing 3 local riders, Alec Campbell, Ron Hellyer and Bruce Fox take 2 wins each. Alec Campbell “was the outstanding rider of the day.
Loss of a stalwart
SAd to record the passing of Joan Coombe in her 102nd year. Joan and her husband Basil came to Mt Gambier c1956 and lived next door to Alex Campbell - they hit it off immediately and it became a very strong family friendship. The Mount Gambier Motor Cycle and Light...