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The biggest OB of the year was always Bathurst.
1960's
Bathurst
The Bathurst OB left Epping studios in convoy - with many stops until the final destination. From memory, I think there were a couple of drop-off locations for links along the way.
Left to Right Martin Lee, Dilles Lee, Ian Hirst, Gary Lovel, Ian Hamilton, Rob Dormor, Neil Richardson, Warwick (audio)
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Who knew:
Forrest's Elbow was named after Jack Forrest, a motorcycle racer who smashed his elbow in a crash on that corner, back in 1947.
Forrest's Elbow was named after Jack Forrest, a motorcycle racer who smashed his elbow in a crash on that corner, back in 1947.
Peter Moss' Bathurst OB Collection
Hi Jinx @ Bathurst - Don't Ask
Probably a 1st day set up, guessing the year as 1965 or 66.
All images by Peter Moss
Westmead Speedway 1967
Westmead Speedway 2nd July 1967 Photos by Victor Johnston » State Library of NSW
There's a few familiar faces, unfortunately not with us anymore.
There's a few familiar faces, unfortunately not with us anymore.
1970's
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