Rob Carroll wrote:Time for an update. I understand the membership feels left in the dark about what is happening with the permit to use the lake. I have tried to keep everyone updated as best I can through the forum (on the offline area).You must understand that these negotiations involve much more that just DLRA using Lake Gairdner. They are more about keeping the lake in pristine condition forever, so we and others can enjoy the lake not only for Land Speed Racing but also for the awesome natural beauty there. This lake and surrounding area holds a huge amount of significance to the local indigenous people and they are adamant it will not be destroyed.
My report on the meeting we went to on jan 15 in the Gawler Ranges can be read on the offline area. Today, Feb 2, I received a phone call from the Native Title Claimants Solicitor advising me of a meeting in Port Augusta on Feb 13, which I am invited to. He said attitudes are changing positively, (for us and his clients), so I am hoping for a good outcome. Be aware that we still cannot have Speed Week until we obtain the permit. The committee is continuing preparations for speed week and I suggest anyone wanting to attend Speed Week exercise some patience while we try to sort out the permit. I will post more information as it becomes available and more discussion will undoubtedly take place at the meeting next Sunday in Melbourne, so those members that can attend, I will see you there.
Rob Carroll President DLRA #12
Rob , thanks for the update. Would you mind posting the steps that are still required in order for this "process" to have closure? ie is it just a matter of attending this meeting in PA on the 23rd? and if this goes well a permit can be granted? or is this just one of the hoops in a longer diplomatic process that needs to done?
Alot of us are struggling to understand how many "gates" the club needs to have opened and passes issued in order for the ok to be given
Maybe you could post in the offline section?
Rob , for the benefit of all the members would you mind letting all know what the items are on the agenda fo this weekends meeting please.... that way at least we have an idea of the dot points and could potentialy let our friends who are attending to pass on relevant info .
thanks