Members Page
The CHRA has evolved into what it is today - an open forum for all interested Hot Rodders. We invite all enthusiasts of modified Hot Rods and Customs to our meetings, and that includes those who are already in another club.
The CHRA meets once a month to discuss matters of a Hot Rodding nature. At this time, meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month at the Spanish Club, 5 Narupai Place, Narrabundah, ACT commencing at 7PM. Members are encouraged to attend regular monthly meetings and stay up to date with changes to the administration of our hobby, coming events and to interact with like minded enthusiasts.
Members Cars. Click HERE to see some of the current Members Cars!
Membership
The CHRA has three levels of Membership.
- Full Membership
Members who are owners/builders or aspire to ownership of a Hot Rod or Custom, have paid their dues within the current financial year and are currently financial members of the ASRF are deemed Full Members with one vote per member
- Life Membership
Life Membership is an honour that is determined by the Executive Committee, who may grant Life Membership to a deserving individual full member in good standing. Life Members do not pay CHRA fees but still have one vote per member provided they maintain their ASRF membership.
The following is the list of Life Members:
- Alan Cooper
- Frank Choco Munday
- Vicki Munday
- Graeme GT Thomas
- Mark Saunders
- Honorary Membership
Honorary Membership is an honour that is determined by the Executive Committee and presented to an individual who is not a member of the CHRA. Nominations can come from any full member or committee member, but the decision rests with the Executive Committee. Honorary Members have no voting rights.
The following is the current list of CHRA Honorary Members:
- Roy Lustre
- Stuart Stumpy Green
- Andrew Komnacki
- Dave Cumbers
- Bill Tilden, CCHP – Super Star Status
The current membership base is strong and extremely diverse, with garage scenes taking in some of the cars currently under construction, outings and Rod runs. Annual membership fees are just $20 per person, and are due before the Annual General Meeting each year. New and existing members must complete a Membership Application/Renewal Form so that the committee always has your details up to date.
New Members. New members must attend at least two consecutive monthly meetings before being endorsed as full members.
Full Members' Obligations. To maintain full membership
members must attend
at
least one general meeting and one CHRA event a year, as well as
the
annual general meeting and
Application forms are available HERE and at the monthly meetings.
Bring your hard copy form to the Treasurer at a meeting or scan and email to chra@chra.org.au. Fees can be direct deposited or you can pay cash/cheque to the Treasurer at the meetings. Details are on the membership form.
Members of the CHRA can send images of their cars and/or projects along with technical details to chra@chra.org.au and they will be added to the Members Cars page.
Constitution and ByLaws
The CHRA was incorporated in 1994.
ASRF
The CHRA is a charter association of the Australian Street Rod Federation (Inc) or commonly known as the ASRF. You need to be a financial member of the ASRF to join the CHRA. We can accept your ASRF fees at the discounted club rate on behalf of the ASRF.
The Street Rodders Handbook is the official publication of the Australian Street Rod Federation. Download the ASRF Street Rodders Handbook.
Rodder of the Year – Friendly Rivalry
The Rodder/Hot Rodder of the Year, are awarded annually, usually in
conjunction with either the Christmas function or the AGM.
Members earn varying levels of points for each meeting and event they
attend, with extra points awarded when they attend in their rod/custom,
when they also wear their ‘club colours’ (CHRA official apparel), and
when they coordinate an event/activity to assist the CHRA.
CHRA Apparel
The CHRA now has polo shirts, hoodies and jackets for CHRA Members. Go to the APPAREL page for images and sizing, and online ordering information.
CHRA AGM
The CHRA Annual General Meeting is held within the first three months of each financial year.
The Annual General Meeting (AGM) is an important
event for every organisation and an essential requirement for
incorporated organisations. It gives its members, the general public and
the committee a broad overview of the Association's current directions
and financial health and confirms its purpose.
It is also the time to revitalise the Association through the official engagement of members into key elected positions.
Most importantly, the CHRA wants to make the AGM a positive experience,
ensuring that members have a say in the direction of the Association and
go away firmly committed to its goals, long and short term, with the
members knowing they have contributed to the preferred way forward of
the Association.
It is also an important governance process for the
members of the CHRA. It can ensure transparency, provide updates and
give members an opportunity to vote on a range of matters.
The purpose of an AGM is to
- Comply with legislative requirements
- Present the financial accounts to the
members
- Report to the members on the activities
of the club
- Ensure committee rotation happens in an
orderly manner
- Consider and vote on rule changes and
recommendations
- Consider any other topics as required by
the Association’s rules
- Appointment of an auditor/public officer
(if required)
- Provides the members the opportunity to
ask questions and provide feedback to the committee