...and there is your dilemma.

I've made the choice the skip these events (as much as I really want to do it).

Each to their own but don't overlook the safety issues. I'm happy to "risk it" against the kerbs, poles, bollards & other permanent objects at the motorplex that you need to dodge, but the temporary concrete barriers are an issue (for me).

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MY09 Evo X - 1.6bar@3500rpm - got lag?
Barbagallo - 56.03 (S); 1:08.09 (L)
Collie - 50.77
Possibly the most under-driven Evo X in the world??