Paul's maternal Grandfather "Poppy" passes away

Paul's grandfather Ivan "Rusty" Ansell died today aged ?? at their Wanguri home after a long illness.

His wife and Paul's Nana was aged 62 at the time.  Paul was aged 13.

Paul wins the 1982 Top End BMX Titles!

Paul won the Top End BMX titles for the 13 year age division, albeit in somewhat controversial circumstances.

His arch nemesis Willy Cunnington was in the lead when he claimed he slowed up because he thought the race was red flagged - resulting in Paul going past him.

Paul and Willy were to have great contests in the couple of years to follow.

The week before were the Centralian BMX titles where Paul came 2nd behind Willy and was his first success in BMX - perhaps the point in time when he realised he could contest with the best!

Not sure of exact dates - will update post when I find out.