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For news & views from the Nelson 2007 National Weekend click on this link:
 National Weekend 2007 Report 

A final message from Bernard and the Canterbury team:
All too soon "The Nelson Nationals" have been and gone. But what a TRmendous Weekend! It was TR Heaven. Of course the Weekend was great because of all the TRers who were there and the Organising Committee thanks everyone whose support meant that we all had such a wonderful time.

We hope all TRavellers arrived home safe and sound. Thanks to all who were able to be part of "The Nelson Nationals".

Keep an eye out for details of the 2008 National Weekend.

Sponsors who have contributed to the National Weekend 
Jim Nathan (West Auckland Trade Supplies, Ph 0274-392753) has donated  a valuable tool chest complete  with tools that will be raffled (300 tickets, $5 each or 5 for $20).  In addition, Jim has also provided a one year subscription to "Triumph World" magazine and a number of items for general prizes for the weekend.  Keep your eyes open at NW 2007 for details.   For more info re "Triumph World" follow this link to the publishers http://www.chpltd.com  (Jim distributes "Triumph World" in New Zealand).

John Lee (Discount Tractor Parts) - Afternoon tea at registration/check-in time
Trevor Hynds (Spencer Milliken & Hynds) Printed the raffle tickets for the toolbox raffle
Brophy Knight & Co, Accountants and Business Advisers Ashburton. - Goodies for packs
CBS Canterbury Banking and Home Loans. - Goodies for packs
Loan & Building Society Ashburton  - Goodies for packs
Bank of New Zealand - Ashburton - Goodies for packs

Update (19 February 2007)  Woops sorry there was an error in the last note we sent you. The thought of 98 Octane fuel went to the Area Steward's head and he misunderstood the word from our troops on the ground in Nelson. There is NO 98 fuel available in Nelson. The service stations listed are outlets close to the starting point for the Saturday tour.

Update: A message from the Organising Committee.(15 February 2007)  
TRmendous news! 118 people and 57 TRs will be in Nelson for National Weekend 2007. TRuly awesome! A list of those taking part has been posted to everyone who has registered so look out for it in your mailbox. The Organisers wish everyone a safe and enjoyable journey to "The Nelson Nationals" - we are looking forward to seeing you.

Tip for the week.
Time to get the shorts and the sun tan lotion packed the top down on the TR and get ready to head for Nelson.

Update: A message from the Organising Committee.(31 Jan 2007)
Wow what a response, "The Nelson Nationals" are going to be like TR Heaven! And we are delighted to announce that a speaker with a great story to tell will entertain us after dinner on Saturday night. There is still time to register for "The Nelson Nationals", but please note to enable us to meet the commitment we have given to caterers and to make sure we have all other arrangements in place we will be closing registrations on Wednesday 14 February 2007.

And keep watching this site.

Tip for the week.
Its time to make sure the TRusty TR is all ready for the TRip to Nelson!

Update: Message from Bernard (25 Jan 2007)
The organisers on "The Nelson Nationals" are delighted with the response. It's going to be a TRuly TRemendous TR weekend! We are looking forward to seeing everyone in Nelson.

If you are contemplating attending but haven't registered please do so now.

We need to finalise arrangements very soon so we need to be sure we know everyone who is coming. As one of our venues is now getting close to full capacity we have to reserve the right to exercise a "first in first served" policy.

Anyone wishing to attend must register by completing and returning the official entry form and sending it and payment to the Organisers before the event.

There may be some confusion regarding the Friday night program and if so it is regretted. The term "Registration" which is traditionally used for National Weekends (and many other similar events) refers to the time when those who have already registered check in. It is not a time at which people may register to attend. Obviously for planning purposes we need registrations in advance.

Tip for the week.
If you want to attend "The Nelson Nationals" but haven't registered do so now. Tomorrow may be too late...!

Update: Message from Bernard (22 Jan 2007)
Acknowledgments have now been sent to everyone who has registered for "The Nelson Nationals". If you have sent a registration form but not received an acknowledgment, please contact the Organisers asap.  (Indications are that 105 people in 53 TR's have registered to date)

Update:  Some good news and some bad news Jan 2007:
On the positive side Bernard reports that attendance is expected to top 100 possibly a first for a National Weekend.   However some unfortunate news from UK as Bill Piggott has had to cancel his journey to NZ this year but still hopes to be able to join us some time in the future.

Update from Bernard & the team, December 2006:
Indications are that this will be a great event as almost 80 people have booked accommodation at Nelson.  You should have received the registration forms by now so return these as quickly as possible.   The organisers have been busy planning the weekend's events so that everyone can see some of the great scenery around the Nelson area. (Check "Deep South Tour" below also)

Update from Bernard & the team, 26 November 2006:
The Leisure Lodge is now fully booked for the weekend.  However accommodation is still available at Admirals Motor Inn which is almost next door.  Ph 0800 745755 www.admiralsmotorinn.co.nz

Update from Bernard & the team, 20 November 2006:
We are delighted with the response. In fact bookings have exceeded the capacity of the dinning room we had planned to use so we have changed our plans for Friday and Saturday nights.

Friday evening, after registration and a time to meet with everyone else for a few drinks, snacks and some good conversation, will be an opportunity to do your own thing which will give those who want to, a chance to see a little of Nelson and maybe sample the delights on offer at one of many great restaurants. Alternatively it will be an opportunity for a quiet evening to prepare for the weekend ahead.

Either way better not make it a late night because we have to make a fairly early start on Saturday for a tour which will take us across the iconic Takaka Hill into Golden Bay . Easy to follow instructions will guide us there and back.

We’ll be providing morning tea, which can be consumed along the way, and there will be time to stop and take in some awesome scenery. Judging will take place during the lunch stop at Takaka.

On Saturday night we’ll enjoy dinner at the Maitai Club, present prizes and be entertained by our guest, world-renowned TR authority, Bill Piggott.   

There will be a chance for a bit of a sleep in on Sunday before we head off on a quick sightseeing tour which will end at the famous Wearable Arts Museum and Classic Car Collection.

Organised activities will conclude before lunch allowing those who need to head home early a chance to do so.  Those staying on may like to visit other local attractions or join a group going to Founders Park .

Summary of the program for N. W. 2007 - "The Nelson Nationals".  

Friday 23 February 2007  
- Registrations at the Leisure Lodge between 4pm and 6pm, free evening.

Saturday 24 February 2007  
- Tour to Takaka, judging at lunchtime, evening dinner, speeches and prize giving.

Sunday 25 February 2007  
- Sight seeing drive to Wearable Arts Museum and Classic car Collection.

Click here for a copy of the Registration Form for NW2007 NW2007 Registration Form

Click here for a copy of the Participation Rules for NW2007 NW2007 Participation Rules

VENUE:
This will be held in Nelson (South Island) over the weekend of Friday 23rd February - Sunday 25th February 2007 and will be based at Leisure Lodge Motor Inn, Nelson.    This will be a wonderful opportunity to visit the sunniest part of New Zealand and promises some very interesting driving.

An accommodation package has been arranged for the National Weekend.  If you are planning to attend you will need to make your OWN reservation directly with the venue, Leisure Lodge Motor Inn, Nelson (0800 333 089) and quote RESERVATION NUMBER 8327 - Triumph TR Sports Car Club.

There is very good off street parking and, if need be, over flow accommodation available at motels very close by.

RATES: 
Studio units $130 per night single, $140 per night twin share. One and two bedroom units up to 4 persons $195 per night.

As more details come to hand this page will be updated.  

1) Deep South "Tour":
The Deep South Group are planning a drive from Dunedin to Nelson Thursday 22nd - Friday 23rd February and returning Sunday 25th - Monday 26th February.  For details follow this link. Deep South Dunedin-Nelson-Dunedin Tour  

RBJ 21 May 2006. Updated 1 Oct., Updated 21 Nov.

Leisure Lodge Motor Inn - Nelson