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meinamini · Oct 16th, 2005, 12:59 PM

ask a silly question........

ok, good call

minigolf · Oct 17th, 2005, 04:56 AM

We've booked in a the Vibe North Sydney (read Milsons Point). I guess Andrew had better start working out an itinerary for our drive.

maryc · Oct 17th, 2005, 05:01 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by minigolf

I guess Andrew had better start working out an itinerary for our drive.

Hint for Andrew, ask those going for suggestions they just write up the ones you like

. You know how committees work

AndrewH · Oct 17th, 2005, 07:00 AM

Thanks for the suggestion Mary but, being a public servant and having full knowledge of how committees work, I think I'll take the megaphone diplomacy option

Ok so you asked and here it is

First off the disclaimer (

). You attend this meeting of like minded people under the express understanding that you take full responsibility for yourself and your own actions. I only plan on taking responsibility for myself and no one else. If you don't like something that is suggested or done, speak now (or at the time) or forever hold you peace.

I reckon we should meet up at the petrol station at Eagle Hawke just outside Canberra on the Federal Highway at about 9:30 on Saturday.

On our way to Goulburn, we'll briefly stop off at the Goulburn South Maccas where we'll meet up with the Tux's at about 10:45. From there, we’ll drive up to Kangaroo Valley via Robertson where we’ll stop for about half an hour to have lunch. We’ll aim to arrive at about 12:30 and leave at about 1:00.

From Kangaroo Valley we’ll drive to Nowra then Wollongong and thence onto Sydney. I reckon we’ll get to Sydney at about 3:30 to 4:00.

Once in Sydney it’s up to everyone to entertain themselves for the afternoon/evening. Perhaps those that are available could try to organise a dinner with some of the Sydney Mini people – but I’ll leave that up to you to arrange as I’ll be otherwise indisposed.

As said earlier (I think) you'll all have to organise your own accommodation in Sydney on Saturday night.

On Sunday morning, we will meet at the Shell petrol station (apparently referred to as "Space station" or the "Big A S S Shell Servo just before the beginning of the M2 at Lane Cove West on Epping road") on Epping Road, at 8:30 with the aim to leave at 9:00. From here, we’ll head up to Richmond via the M2 motorway (bring cash/e-card). Judging by MSN Maps and Directions, that should take us about 1 hour. So we’ll aim to meet Simon and any of the other North Coasters that decide to join us at about 10:00 and leave by 10:30.

We'll meet the guys in Richmond at the Tourism hut across the road from the air force base.

From Richmond we head up to Lithgow via the Bells Line of Road aiming to hit Lithgow at about 12:00 (but we probably won’t have time to stop) and from Lithgow it’s about another hour to Bathurst where we’ll stop and meet aceman for lunch. After lunch, we can explore the delights of Bathurst including Mt Panorama and anything else that anyone wants to see/do. First on the list will be Mt P

I think we should aim to leave Bathurst at about 3:00 to 3:30 and, for those coming back to Canberra, return via Blayney and Cowra. We should get back to Canberra at about 7:00 to 7:30. Sydney/North Coasters will need to discuss with each other their arrangements for getting back.

Can you all have a look at this and let me know if you think this is ok. I’d especially appreciate any comments about the timing and whether it is reasonable. It may be a bit tight on Sunday morning so we’ll have to try to stick to the schedule (provided that I’ve got my timing right).

minigolf · Oct 17th, 2005, 07:08 AM

All seems good to me. All I would suggest is that we (the Canberrans) maybe aim to leave a bit earlier, say 9:30am, because we all know how much we like to natter by the side of the road.

Cheers Liam

AndrewH · Oct 17th, 2005, 07:10 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by minigolf

All seems good to me. All I would suggest is that we (the Canberrans) maybe aim to leave a bit earlier, say 9:30am, because we all know how much we like to natter by the side of the road.

Cheers Liam

Yeah, good point, edited

minigolf · Oct 17th, 2005, 07:12 AM

Sounds like a plan Stan.

MikeKom · Oct 17th, 2005, 08:37 AM

I'm new to this, so I'll be playing follow the leader.

" I will follow You u u u u u u" or so the song goes.

Has everyone else booked accomodation? or do we just stay at the same place.
This would make organising things a bit easier.

minigolf · Oct 17th, 2005, 09:20 AM

It would be great if we all had UHF radios too.

Here's a couple of options that are better than the current dud I have.

http://www.mapsdownunder.com.au/cgi-...p/U-UH044.html
http://www.mapsdownunder.com.au/cgi-...UH060SX-2.html

I quite like the compact nature of the second option. I also have 0.5W radio in the shape and it is very easy to use.

StuJones · Oct 17th, 2005, 09:41 AM

Just go the 5w and be done with it
http://www.mapsdownunder.com.au/cgi-...p/U-UH075.html

AndrewH · Oct 17th, 2005, 09:49 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by MikeKom

Has everyone else booked accomodation? or do we just stay at the same place.
This would make organising things a bit easier.

Yeah, I'm staying with friends, Liam has booked a hotel for himself already - not sure what Stu and Tiaan are doing (the other 2 from Canberra) but I'd say that at this stage, it's best to arrange your own accommodation.

AndrewH · Oct 17th, 2005, 09:50 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by StuJones

Just go the 5w and be done with it
http://www.mapsdownunder.com.au/cgi-...p/U-UH075.html

5 watts rock

GOGADGET · Oct 17th, 2005, 09:59 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by StuJones

Just go the 5w and be done with it
http://www.mapsdownunder.com.au/cgi-...p/U-UH075.html

I would have to agree with Stu go for a 5watter the extra power and reliability is going to be well woth the cost.

AndrewH · Oct 17th, 2005, 10:26 AM

I'm looking for suggestions about where we should meet on Sunday - I have spoken to Tiaan and Gordon train station is no where near where I thought the M2 was. I need some help from Sydneysiders about where a good place is to meet up that is close to the M2.

Rampant Lion · Oct 17th, 2005, 10:49 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by AndrewH

I'm looking for suggestions about where we should meet on Sunday - I have spoken to Tiaan and Gordon train station is no where near where I thought the M2 was. I need some help from Sydneysiders about where a good place is to meet up that is close to the M2.

Space station on Epping Road, or to non-locals the Big A S S Shell Servo just before the beginning of the M2 at Lane Cove West on Epping road. It is huge, has Macca's for those wanting brekkie and 36 Pumps to fill up with before the drive.

AndrewH · Oct 17th, 2005, 11:20 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Rampant Lion

Space station on Epping Road, or to non-locals the Big A S S Shell Servo just before the beginning of the M2 at Lane Cove West on Epping road. It is huge, has Macca's for those wanting brekkie and 36 Pumps to fill up with before the drive.

Actually, that's a really good idea

So are you gonna join us? You seem to know a bit more about good places to meet and traffic on the blue Mts than I do (which is basically nothing

)

Magictux · Oct 17th, 2005, 11:29 AM

Although I'm out for Sunday a drive down to Kangaroo Valley on Saturday would be nice.. Trouble is at this stage Mrs Tux might be working Saturday morning....BUT I'll be trying very hard to meet up with you guys...

Rampant Lion · Oct 17th, 2005, 11:41 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by AndrewH

Actually, that's a really good idea

So are you gonna join us? You seem to know a bit more about good places to meet and traffic on the blue Mts than I do (which is basically nothing

)

I am an old CSU student so know those roads like the back of my hands (where did that scar come from?

) I am thinking about it but still undecided at this point because I have some other stuff to juggle around, but it is looking 70% probable.

BTW if you Canberrans go back via Cowra you'll miss the drive back up the mountains which rivals Sector 1, either way you go Mt Victoria or back along Bells is really good

AndrewH · Oct 17th, 2005, 11:58 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Rampant Lion

I am an old CSU student so know those roads like the back of my hands (where did that scar come from?

) I am thinking about it but still undecided at this point because I have some other stuff to juggle around, but it is looking 70% probable.

BTW if you Canberrans go back via Cowra you'll miss the drive back up the mountains which rivals Sector 1, either way you go Mt Victoria or back along Bells is really good

I'll add you to the list as a tentative then

Go on, you know you want to. You'd feel terrible if you heard on the news that a bunch of Mini's got lost last seen trying to find Richmond

AndrewH · Oct 17th, 2005, 11:59 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Magictux

Although I'm out for Sunday a drive down to Kangaroo Valley on Saturday would be nice.. Trouble is at this stage Mrs Tux might be working Saturday morning....BUT I'll be trying very hard to meet up with you guys...

Just get Chrissy to ride the bike to work

It would be really great if we could catch up on Saturday - it's been a while

Oct 17th, 2005, 04:56 AM	#82 (permalink)
minigolf Blue is the colour! Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Canberra, Australia Local Time: 06:51 AM Posts: 13,849 Offline	We've booked in a the Vibe North Sydney (read Milsons Point). I guess Andrew had better start working out an itinerary for our drive. Sabine Schmitz: Fear disturbs your concentration.

Oct 17th, 2005, 07:00 AM	#84 (permalink)
AndrewH Were there Oompa loompas? Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Canberra Local Time: 06:51 AM Posts: 4,181 Offline	Thanks for the suggestion Mary but, being a public servant and having full knowledge of how committees work, I think I'll take the megaphone diplomacy option Ok so you asked and here it is First off the disclaimer ( ). You attend this meeting of like minded people under the express understanding that you take full responsibility for yourself and your own actions. I only plan on taking responsibility for myself and no one else. If you don't like something that is suggested or done, speak now (or at the time) or forever hold you peace. I reckon we should meet up at the petrol station at Eagle Hawke just outside Canberra on the Federal Highway at about 9:30 on Saturday. On our way to Goulburn, we'll briefly stop off at the Goulburn South Maccas where we'll meet up with the Tux's at about 10:45. From there, we’ll drive up to Kangaroo Valley via Robertson where we’ll stop for about half an hour to have lunch. We’ll aim to arrive at about 12:30 and leave at about 1:00. From Kangaroo Valley we’ll drive to Nowra then Wollongong and thence onto Sydney. I reckon we’ll get to Sydney at about 3:30 to 4:00. Once in Sydney it’s up to everyone to entertain themselves for the afternoon/evening. Perhaps those that are available could try to organise a dinner with some of the Sydney Mini people – but I’ll leave that up to you to arrange as I’ll be otherwise indisposed. As said earlier (I think) you'll all have to organise your own accommodation in Sydney on Saturday night. On Sunday morning, we will meet at the Shell petrol station (apparently referred to as "Space station" or the "Big A S S Shell Servo just before the beginning of the M2 at Lane Cove West on Epping road") on Epping Road, at 8:30 with the aim to leave at 9:00. From here, we’ll head up to Richmond via the M2 motorway (bring cash/e-card). Judging by MSN Maps and Directions, that should take us about 1 hour. So we’ll aim to meet Simon and any of the other North Coasters that decide to join us at about 10:00 and leave by 10:30. We'll meet the guys in Richmond at the Tourism hut across the road from the air force base. From Richmond we head up to Lithgow via the Bells Line of Road aiming to hit Lithgow at about 12:00 (but we probably won’t have time to stop) and from Lithgow it’s about another hour to Bathurst where we’ll stop and meet aceman for lunch. After lunch, we can explore the delights of Bathurst including Mt Panorama and anything else that anyone wants to see/do. First on the list will be Mt P I think we should aim to leave Bathurst at about 3:00 to 3:30 and, for those coming back to Canberra, return via Blayney and Cowra. We should get back to Canberra at about 7:00 to 7:30. Sydney/North Coasters will need to discuss with each other their arrangements for getting back. Can you all have a look at this and let me know if you think this is ok. I’d especially appreciate any comments about the timing and whether it is reasonable. It may be a bit tight on Sunday morning so we’ll have to try to stick to the schedule (provided that I’ve got my timing right). Jan 06 MCS Checkmate Last edited by AndrewH : Oct 21st, 2005 at 03:54 AM.

Oct 17th, 2005, 07:08 AM	#85 (permalink)
minigolf Blue is the colour! Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Canberra, Australia Local Time: 06:51 AM Posts: 13,849 Offline	All seems good to me. All I would suggest is that we (the Canberrans) maybe aim to leave a bit earlier, say 9:30am, because we all know how much we like to natter by the side of the road. Cheers Liam Sabine Schmitz: Fear disturbs your concentration.

Oct 17th, 2005, 07:10 AM	#86 (permalink)
AndrewH Were there Oompa loompas? Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Canberra Local Time: 06:51 AM Posts: 4,181 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by minigolf All seems good to me. All I would suggest is that we (the Canberrans) maybe aim to leave a bit earlier, say 9:30am, because we all know how much we like to natter by the side of the road. Cheers Liam Yeah, good point, edited Jan 06 MCS Checkmate

Oct 17th, 2005, 07:12 AM	#87 (permalink)
minigolf Blue is the colour! Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Canberra, Australia Local Time: 06:51 AM Posts: 13,849 Offline	Sounds like a plan Stan. Sabine Schmitz: Fear disturbs your concentration.

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Oct 17th, 2005, 05:01 AM	#83 (permalink)
maryc - Little Miss Sunshine - My Classifieds Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Canberra Local Time: 06:51 AM Posts: 1,289 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by minigolf I guess Andrew had better start working out an itinerary for our drive. Hint for Andrew, ask those going for suggestions they just write up the ones you like . You know how committees work

Oct 17th, 2005, 08:37 AM	#88 (permalink)
MikeKom MINI2 Regular Join Date: Sep 2005 Local Time: 06:51 AM Posts: 158 Offline	I'm new to this, so I'll be playing follow the leader. " I will follow You u u u u u u" or so the song goes. Has everyone else booked accomodation? or do we just stay at the same place. This would make organising things a bit easier.

Oct 17th, 2005, 09:20 AM	#89 (permalink)
minigolf Blue is the colour! Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Canberra, Australia Local Time: 06:51 AM Posts: 13,849 Offline	It would be great if we all had UHF radios too. Here's a couple of options that are better than the current dud I have. http://www.mapsdownunder.com.au/cgi-...p/U-UH044.html http://www.mapsdownunder.com.au/cgi-...UH060SX-2.html I quite like the compact nature of the second option. I also have 0.5W radio in the shape and it is very easy to use. Sabine Schmitz: Fear disturbs your concentration.

Oct 17th, 2005, 09:41 AM	#90 (permalink)
StuJones my second passion, a tin! Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Cronulla, NSW Local Time: 05:51 AM Posts: 733 Offline	Just go the 5w and be done with it http://www.mapsdownunder.com.au/cgi-...p/U-UH075.html 2002 BRG MCS with more mods than can remember The thieves choice in race cars 2005 BEP MCS stock standard and staying that way

Oct 17th, 2005, 09:49 AM	#91 (permalink)
AndrewH Were there Oompa loompas? Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Canberra Local Time: 06:51 AM Posts: 4,181 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by MikeKom Has everyone else booked accomodation? or do we just stay at the same place. This would make organising things a bit easier. Yeah, I'm staying with friends, Liam has booked a hotel for himself already - not sure what Stu and Tiaan are doing (the other 2 from Canberra) but I'd say that at this stage, it's best to arrange your own accommodation. Jan 06 MCS Checkmate

Oct 17th, 2005, 09:50 AM	#92 (permalink)
AndrewH Were there Oompa loompas? Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Canberra Local Time: 06:51 AM Posts: 4,181 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by StuJones Just go the 5w and be done with it http://www.mapsdownunder.com.au/cgi-...p/U-UH075.html 5 watts rock Jan 06 MCS Checkmate

Oct 17th, 2005, 09:59 AM	#93 (permalink)
GOGADGET All Worked Up Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Location: Location Local Time: 06:51 AM Posts: 2,669 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by StuJones Just go the 5w and be done with it http://www.mapsdownunder.com.au/cgi-...p/U-UH075.html I would have to agree with Stu go for a 5watter the extra power and reliability is going to be well woth the cost. GETTING ALL RALLYED UP and a little bit sideways

Oct 17th, 2005, 10:26 AM	#94 (permalink)
AndrewH Were there Oompa loompas? Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Canberra Local Time: 06:51 AM Posts: 4,181 Offline	I'm looking for suggestions about where we should meet on Sunday - I have spoken to Tiaan and Gordon train station is no where near where I thought the M2 was. I need some help from Sydneysiders about where a good place is to meet up that is close to the M2. Jan 06 MCS Checkmate

Oct 17th, 2005, 10:49 AM	#95 (permalink)
Rampant Lion MIA Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: The LC Local Time: 05:51 AM Posts: 1,021 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by AndrewH I'm looking for suggestions about where we should meet on Sunday - I have spoken to Tiaan and Gordon train station is no where near where I thought the M2 was. I need some help from Sydneysiders about where a good place is to meet up that is close to the M2. Space station on Epping Road, or to non-locals the Big A S S Shell Servo just before the beginning of the M2 at Lane Cove West on Epping road. It is huge, has Macca's for those wanting brekkie and 36 Pumps to fill up with before the drive.

Oct 17th, 2005, 11:20 AM	#96 (permalink)
AndrewH Were there Oompa loompas? Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Canberra Local Time: 06:51 AM Posts: 4,181 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Rampant Lion Space station on Epping Road, or to non-locals the Big A S S Shell Servo just before the beginning of the M2 at Lane Cove West on Epping road. It is huge, has Macca's for those wanting brekkie and 36 Pumps to fill up with before the drive. Actually, that's a really good idea So are you gonna join us? You seem to know a bit more about good places to meet and traffic on the blue Mts than I do (which is basically nothing ) Jan 06 MCS Checkmate

Oct 17th, 2005, 11:29 AM	#97 (permalink)
Magictux -Mr T- Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Goulburn NSW Oz Local Time: 06:51 AM Posts: 1,819 Offline	Although I'm out for Sunday a drive down to Kangaroo Valley on Saturday would be nice.. Trouble is at this stage Mrs Tux might be working Saturday morning....BUT I'll be trying very hard to meet up with you guys...

Oct 17th, 2005, 11:41 AM	#98 (permalink)
Rampant Lion MIA Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: The LC Local Time: 05:51 AM Posts: 1,021 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by AndrewH Actually, that's a really good idea So are you gonna join us? You seem to know a bit more about good places to meet and traffic on the blue Mts than I do (which is basically nothing ) I am an old CSU student so know those roads like the back of my hands (where did that scar come from? ) I am thinking about it but still undecided at this point because I have some other stuff to juggle around, but it is looking 70% probable. BTW if you Canberrans go back via Cowra you'll miss the drive back up the mountains which rivals Sector 1, either way you go Mt Victoria or back along Bells is really good

Oct 17th, 2005, 11:58 AM	#99 (permalink)
AndrewH Were there Oompa loompas? Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Canberra Local Time: 06:51 AM Posts: 4,181 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Rampant Lion I am an old CSU student so know those roads like the back of my hands (where did that scar come from? ) I am thinking about it but still undecided at this point because I have some other stuff to juggle around, but it is looking 70% probable. BTW if you Canberrans go back via Cowra you'll miss the drive back up the mountains which rivals Sector 1, either way you go Mt Victoria or back along Bells is really good I'll add you to the list as a tentative then Go on, you know you want to. You'd feel terrible if you heard on the news that a bunch of Mini's got lost last seen trying to find Richmond Jan 06 MCS Checkmate

Oct 17th, 2005, 11:59 AM	#100 (permalink)
AndrewH Were there Oompa loompas? Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Canberra Local Time: 06:51 AM Posts: 4,181 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Magictux Although I'm out for Sunday a drive down to Kangaroo Valley on Saturday would be nice.. Trouble is at this stage Mrs Tux might be working Saturday morning....BUT I'll be trying very hard to meet up with you guys... Just get Chrissy to ride the bike to work It would be really great if we could catch up on Saturday - it's been a while Jan 06 MCS Checkmate

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