S E Qld Xmas mini meet

[neroli]

Just looking up some info on the area and found this:

https://www.epa.qld.gov.au/parks/iapark ... parkId=131

some roads and walkways closed until further notice.

Might affect us?

Judy

[mitedo]

Okay - 9.15am at Mitedo's then?

but is coffee being served..........

Yes Coffee & Tea even a beer if one wants

[Zeeke]

Saw the fire yesterday while offshore.. 85kms and it was still visible.. but once closer back to shore it was dieing off and not as harsh as it was

Tim

[Oneputt]

Neroli are you definately coming then? If so please post so that we know how many we hjave. Ta.

[Manta]

We'll have to keep an eye on the Qld Parks website..
If the situation doesn't change we'll just have to use the black stuff to get up to Rainbow. Not as picturesque but a means to an end. At least Freshwater and the beach are okay ... until some other idiot lights a fire, that is.

[ozonejunkie]

Yes, that was a decent fire. We had a really interesting sunset here in Gympie the other night because of it. Wasn't in a positiion to get any pics of it though.

[Dargan]

Sorry about the late reply Oneputt, just noticed the increased traffic on this thread and your uncertainty re my attendance. I will be coming and will give you a ring tomorrow (Fri 23rd) Sounds a terrific day, many thanks for organising this to all.

[neroli]

Neroli are you definately coming then? If so please post so that we know how many we hjave. Ta.

Hi Oneputt.

All going well with the baby situation I'll definitely be there. Looking forward to it, sounds like a fantastic day. BTW, the baby was early... arrived tonight about 5pm. Mum and bub doing really well. Mum isn't going to have chemo now, but another type of treatment. I'm still 'on call' but hopefully they won't need me next weekend.

Do we need to bring anything special (other than cameras ), food and drink etc)?

Judy

[Oneputt]

I think that's all

[Oneputt]

OK the updated list.

Neroli
Dargan
BigPix
Nicole +1
Sliderr
DionM
Mitedo
Oneputt
Manta +3
BlacknStormy
Zeeke.

We will arrange seating on the day so that we take the minimum numbers of 4wds necessary.

[SteveGriffin]

Sounds like you are going to have a big day out. Would love to join you but we will be in the Soloman Islands taking the D70 for a swim or 2.

Merry Christmas all

Steve

[Nicole]

Well I'm leaving early tomorrow morning so look forward to meeting you all in a week. 34 on the Sunshine Coast tomorrow. I cannot believe how hot it's been up there.

[Manta]

See you then Nicole. Have a safe trip.

[Slider]

OK the updated list.

Neroli
Dargan
BigPix
Nicole +1
Sliderr
DionM
Mitedo
Oneputt
Manta +3
BlacknStormy
Zeeke.

We will arrange seating on the day so that we take the minimum numbers of 4wds necessary.

Might have to add "Hilux99" to the list seeing as he got his lens back in time

How many do we need to qualify as a "Maxi Meet"

[ozonejunkie]

Okay - I can finally confirm an answer: Unfortunately, I can't make it.

I hope that everyone else has a good time, I will be west that day instead. I will try and take pics all the same.

Have a great day,
Tristan

[Manta]

It's not looking good for the re-opening of the Cooloola Way. There has been no update since Dec 19 and neither of the regional QPWS offices (Tewantin and Rainbow Beach) seem to want to answer their phones.

Not being able to access Cooloola Way will add 40km to the trip and eliminate some nice scenic areas.

[Oneputt]

Simon my information is that the road to Harry Springs Hut (one of our intended stops) is certainly open, and I will check tommorow to see if the northern half of the track is open. I believe that the fire did not reach the Cooloola Way but as usual getting hold of the NPWS is going to be a problem.

[Manta]

Thx John. Hopefully you'll have better luck than I in trying to contact them.

[Oneputt]

Have found out that they are closed until next week So we will have to chance our arm and my personal feeling would be that there will not be a problem.

[Manta]

Have found out that they are closed until next week So we will have to chance our arm and my personal feeling would be that there will not be a problem.

I agree. It's certainly worth a look...

[the foto fanatic]

I'm sure you guys will have a great time!

[DionM]

Hi all.

Have just got home from holidays to the bad news that a good family friend has passed away over Xmas. As such, with all the goings-on that happen with these things, it looks doubtful that I will be able to attend.

Sorry for stuffing people around, but these kinds of things are totally impossibel to predict, of course.

[big pix]

If anyone needs a lift, I am leaving the coast about 6:15am,........ jeep will be the mode of transport.........

[Slider]

If anyone needs a lift, I am leaving the coast about 6:15am,........ jeep will be the mode of transport.........

The snatch straps have been packed so the Jeep will be fine

[big pix]

If anyone needs a lift, I am leaving the coast about 6:15am,........ jeep will be the mode of transport.........

The snatch straps have been packed so the Jeep will be fine

':lol:'

[kinetic]

Here's your weather forecast for the weekend.

SUNSHINE COAST
Fine and sultry. Light to moderate N to NE winds.
Friday ... MIN 23 MAX 30
UV INDEX - 14 [Extreme]
Saturday ... Fine MAX 29
Sunday ... Fine MAX 29
Monday ... Fine MAX 31

Hope someone's packing sunblock and lots of water!!!

[Zeeke]

Met Oneputt today, talked about the minimeet, sounds like a top trip and we should have some top weather for the event too

Tim

[blacknstormy]

Oneputt - remember I said we wouldn't be silly enough to work on New Years Eve???? I was wrong !!! But, we will be able to come along for most of the day - we'll have to head off after we get back to Rainbow Beach from Inskip point . (we have to count birds down at Coombabah tomorrow afternoon.)

Hope this doesn't stuff anyone up... shouldn't do. I'll check back on forum later this evening and check up.

Looking forward to tomorrow , will be FANTASTIC !!

Rel & Damian

[Oneputt]

Rel are you coming up with Simon? If not you might want to contact Mitedo for deatils of how to get to his place. See you tommorow.

[Manta]

John, I've just spoken with Narelle. She and Damian will be meeting us enroute and we'll convoy up to Kevin's place. See you all there at 0900-0915.

[Oneputt]

That's good, see you all tommorow.

[birddog114]

Once again, wish all you guys upthere having a great time at the trip and happy New Year to all.
Wish to see all of you in the near future.

[big pix]

John, I've just spoken with Narelle. She and Damian will be meeting us enroute and we'll convoy up to Kevin's place. See you all there at 0900-0915.

Simon do you mind if I join the convoy......

[Manta]

Once again, wish all you guys upthere having a great time at the trip and happy New Year to all.
Wish to see all of you in the near future.

Thanks Birdy - all the best to you too.

Simon do you mind if I join the convoy...

No worries Bernie - we're meeting at Macca's at the Big BP (no relation!!) near Caboolture at 0800.

[marcotrov]

I wish you a safe trip and a wonderful time together. I'm just sorry I couldn't be there to join you
cheers
and Happy New Year
marco

[xerubus]

I'm out guys. I hope you all have a great trip and look forward to the shots.

If i don't chat before hand.. have a great new years and stay safe.

cheers

[big pix]

No worries Bernie - we're meeting at Macca's at the Big BP (no relation!!) near Caboolture at 0800.

if that is the big servo on the highway, left and right, see you there..........

[Oneputt]

That is the one BP. Just south of the Caboolture and Bribie turnoffs.

[big pix]

tim, don't put that lens down near long grass as it might become lost........great pix's.....

how did this end up here.......

[Nicole]

Weather is looking great. Looking forward to meeting you all.

Oneputt, I will see you at 8am at your place. I went past there the other day again so hopefully I won't need to refer to the map.

[Dargan]

Just a thank you to all who went on the trip. What a way to end 2005! A great day, wonderful country and a scenic route through Cooloola and along the North of Noosa past Rainbow Beach. I can definitely see the sense in 4WD's after negotiating sand for most of the day. Looking forward to the images from other members on the trip. All the best for 2006 to SEQ members.

[Slider]

Great day folks. Good to meet quite a few new people and try some different ideas and equipment.

Can't wait to do it again. A special thanks to OnePutt for organising the day.

[Manta]

I echo your sentiments Slider - it was a top day out. A big thank you to Oneputt, Kevin and youself for putting together a great trip.

[big pix]

I echo your sentiments Slider - it was a top day out. A big thank you to Oneputt, Kevin and youself for putting together a great trip.

and thank you from me also........

[Nicole]

Thanks from me too. Thanks to Oneputt for taking me in his truck and organising things! It was great meeting all of you. Well thought itinerary and lots of fun.

[blacknstormy]

Utterly brilliant - thank you all so much for such a fantastic day!!! It was an absolute pleasure to meet all of you - what a great group of people !!!!!

Bugger that we didn't make it to the end, but we did make it to Coombabah with about 10minutes to spare to count ibis

Thanks again
Rel & Damian

(and no, we haven't cleaned the car yet )

[neroli]

Well - what a fantastic day we had, an amazing experience. A huge thanks to John and Kevin (and whoever else helped with the organising). A big thanks also to Kevin for being our chaffeur!

What a neat bunch of people we met up with. I was especially lucky to be able to bring along my brother in law who is over from NZ for a short visit - (thanks to John for doing some last minute reshuffling). He can't get over his luck in having this amazing opportunity and passes on a big thankyou also.

I didn't take many pics, was mostly too busy talking . Fantastic to share this great hobby with likeminded cameraholics, and not have to bore the family to death for a change.

Many, many thanks folks. I look forward to meeting up again soon.

Judy