We now have two new permanent 6x3m sun shelters.   These are a very welcome addition to the field facilities.   At a future time, we will supply slabs and (probably) seating.  We are very grateful to the Moorabool Wind Farm for funding these items and to club members for assistance in deployment.

We now have a lovely new ablution block at the field.  This replaces the old and grungy portaloos.  We have two toilet/sink/shower modules and one double toilet module.  This is a huge step forwards, and allows us to provide the necessary facilities for club members and visitors alike.  A part of our contract as field operators is to host events for the community such as the recent festival  of flight.  With the new facilities we can allow people to camp as well as provide for the numbers that attend during the day.

We are very grateful to
1. Pacific Blue for funding the ablution blocks
2. VMAA for funding the septic
3. Ourselves for funding the slab, plumbing, hot water system and electrical work and helping with the deployment.

The Mt Wallace Model Aircraft Association Club proudly hosted its first VMAA Festival of Flight, celebrating the experience and excitement of model aviation. The event drew pilots from various clubs, predominantly from clubs situated West of Melbourne. We were fortunate to be able to showcase a wide range of aircraft—from vintage biplanes to jets with large IMAC aircraft to thrill the crowd.  Fantastic to see such a range of models and flown by passionate hobbyists.

Pilots started to arrive on Friday, 17 Oct, as gates opened at 12:00 pm. The new camping site was used with a total of 6 campers on site (it is a start).
There were over 50 attendees, including club members pilots, families, and visitors.  19 registered pilots participated with 30+ model aircraft on display and many took flight in perfect conditions