Reminder: Melbourne Meet-up

1
Hi all,

This is just to remind those interested that we are having a meet-up next Sunday, 18 April, at 10.00 am, at Edinburgh Gardens in North Fitzroy. Anyone who has not yet responded is most welcome to roll up. Perhaps bringing something to share for morning tea might be a nice idea, and no doubt a few of us can whip up cups of tea or coffee in the comfort of our campers to go around.

Regards,

Francesca.

I think we all know the precise location, but if anyone is unsure, drop me a line.


2
Good stuff, i will be there

Gary


[2 0 / 2 1 Design]
28 Gwynne St
Richmond
Vic 3121
gary@twentytwentyone.net
www.twentytwentyone.net
Tel 3 9429 1868
Fax 3 9421 1110
Mob 0417 352782

On 10/04/2010, at 12:09 PM, Francesca Coles wrote:

 

Hi all,


This is just to remind those interested that we are having a meet-up next Sunday, 18 April, at 10.00 am, at Edinburgh Gardens in North Fitzroy. Anyone who has not yet responded is most welcome to roll up. Perhaps bringing something to share for morning tea might be a nice idea, and no doubt a few of us can whip up cups of tea or coffee in the comfort of our campers to go around.

Regards,

Francesca.

I think we all know the precise location, but if anyone is unsure, drop me a line.




3

Francesca,

Could you please give me the point of entry to the Gardens?  I have it in an email somewhere – somewhere in my much overfull inbox…!

Les

 

From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com [mailto: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com ] On Behalf Of Francesca Coles
Sent: 10 April 2010 12:09
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Reminder: Melbourne Meet-up

Hi all,

This is just to remind those interested that we are having a meet-up next Sunday, 18 April, at 10.00 am, at Edinburgh Gardens in North Fitzroy . Anyone who has not yet responded is most welcome to roll up. Perhaps bringing something to share for morning tea might be a nice idea, and no doubt a few of us can whip up cups of tea or coffee in the comfort of our campers to go around.

 

Regards,

 

Francesca.

 

I think we all know the precise location, but if anyone is unsure, drop me a line.

 

 

4
Hi Les,

It's entering off Alfred Cresent, more or less opposite North Fitzroy Primary School. You'll see a paved road leading into the park, at the end of which is a small parking lot and a fenced children's playground. We'll just have to hope that there will be room for us all to squeeze our Syncros in; I estimate that the max. capacity of the carpark is 10 vehicles.

Francesca.

On Sat, Apr 10, 2010 at 4:11 PM, Les Harris <leslieharris@optusnet.com.au> wrote:

Francesca,

Could you please give me the point of entry to the Gardens? I have it in an email somewhere – somewhere in my much overfull inbox…!

Les

From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Francesca Coles
Sent: 10 April 2010 12:09
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Reminder: Melbourne Meet-up

Hi all,

This is just to remind those interested that we are having a meet-up next Sunday, 18 April, at 10.00 am, at Edinburgh Gardens in North Fitzroy. Anyone who has not yet responded is most welcome to roll up. Perhaps bringing something to share for morning tea might be a nice idea, and no doubt a few of us can whip up cups of tea or coffee in the comfort of our campers to go around.

Regards,

Francesca.

I think we all know the precise location, but if anyone is unsure, drop me a line.


5
Francesca,

The other day, I had a look at the Edinburgh Gardens.
I thought that it is a rather tight space to move.
What about if one wants to show off it's latest gadgets
or whatever with a test drive. No, can't do.
Being an inner city park, I guess there will be competition
for the few parking spots.

I previously mentioned Brimbank Park, which has plenty of
parking spaces, public shelter and much more of a out-door
setting. Just right for a Syncro get-together.
Just a thought.

Cheers,
Theo
6
Hi Theo,

I'm easy either way, really. It is a bit of a tight space, I know. What do the others think about shifting to Brimbank Park?

Francesca.

On Mon, Apr 12, 2010 at 9:09 PM, Theo Weiss <teows@melbpc.org.au> wrote:

Francesca,

The other day, I had a look at the Edinburgh Gardens.
I thought that it is a rather tight space to move.
What about if one wants to show off it's latest gadgets
or whatever with a test drive. No, can't do.
Being an inner city park, I guess there will be competition
for the few parking spots.

I previously mentioned Brimbank Park, which has plenty of
parking spaces, public shelter and much more of a out-door
setting. Just right for a Syncro get-together.
Just a thought.

Cheers,
Theo



7
I don't mind moving either as it is a bit small but i'll probably have my boys with me so the proximity of a playground is good. Where is Brimbank Park?

Gary


[2 0 / 2 1 Design]
28 Gwynne St
Richmond
Vic 3121
gary@twentytwentyone.net
www.twentytwentyone.net
Tel 3 9429 1868
Fax 3 9421 1110
Mob 0417 352782

On 13/04/2010, at 6:21 AM, Francesca Coles wrote:

 

Hi Theo,


I'm easy either way, really. It is a bit of a tight space, I know. What do the others think about shifting to Brimbank Park?

Francesca.

On Mon, Apr 12, 2010 at 9:09 PM, Theo Weiss <teows@melbpc. org.au> wrote:
 

Francesca,

The other day, I had a look at the Edinburgh Gardens.
I thought that it is a rather tight space to move.
What about if one wants to show off it's latest gadgets
or whatever with a test drive. No, can't do.
Being an inner city park, I guess there will be competition
for the few parking spots.

I previously mentioned Brimbank Park, which has plenty of
parking spaces, public shelter and much more of a out-door
setting. Just right for a Syncro get-together.
Just a thought.

Cheers,
Theo





8
Could you suggest a specific spot in Brimbank Park, Theo, that meets the criteria? I've never been there, either. It's out beyond Pascoe Vale on the Maribyrnong, is that right?

Francesca.

On Tue, Apr 13, 2010 at 7:13 AM, Gary Cookson <gary@twentytwentyone.net> wrote:

I don't mind moving either as it is a bit small but i'll probably have my boys with me so the proximity of a playground is good. Where is Brimbank Park?


Gary


[2 0 / 2 1 Design]
28 Gwynne St
Richmond
Vic 3121
gary@twentytwentyone.net
www.twentytwentyone.net
Tel 3 9429 1868
Fax 3 9421 1110
Mob 0417 352782

On 13/04/2010, at 6:21 AM, Francesca Coles wrote:

Hi Theo,


I'm easy either way, really. It is a bit of a tight space, I know. What do the others think about shifting to Brimbank Park?

Francesca.

On Mon, Apr 12, 2010 at 9:09 PM, Theo Weiss <teows@melbpc.org.au> wrote:

Francesca,

The other day, I had a look at the Edinburgh Gardens.
I thought that it is a rather tight space to move.
What about if one wants to show off it's latest gadgets
or whatever with a test drive. No, can't do.
Being an inner city park, I guess there will be competition
for the few parking spots.

I previously mentioned Brimbank Park, which has plenty of
parking spaces, public shelter and much more of a out-door
setting. Just right for a Syncro get-together.
Just a thought.

Cheers,
Theo






9

Theo,

The original idea was just a local meeting of Syncro owners because we otherwise get together only once a year at the DOTVW. 

If anyone wants a field day, at which vehicles can be driven, it needs to be organized specifically.  This would be a good idea and give us three meetings a year instead of the one we have now.  Such a venue would obviously be further out of the city. 

Brian Reed goes to the VW Club of Victoria camping weekend at Kennett River each year.  There are lots of mountain tracks behind it and this might be a suitable venue, incorporating an overnight stop,

Les

 

From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com [mailto: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com ] On Behalf Of Theo Weiss
Sent: 12 April 2010 21:10
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re:Reminder: Melbourne Meet-up

 

 

Francesca,

The other day, I had a look at the Edinburgh Gardens .
I thought that it is a rather tight space to move.
What about if one wants to show off it's latest gadgets
or whatever with a test drive. No, can't do.
Being an inner city park, I guess there will be competition
for the few parking spots.

I previously mentioned Brimbank Park , which has plenty of
parking spaces, public shelter and much more of a out-door
setting. Just right for a Syncro get-together.
Just a thought.

Cheers,
Theo

10
Francesca, Gary, Les,

Brimbank Park is located in Keilor East, Melway map 14J9, UBD map 190 J17
The entrance to the park is at Map 15 B15 off Keilor Park Drive.
It has all the facilities asked for: BBQs, playgrounds, shelter, no
dirt tracks - all bitumen.
Ideal for bush bike rides. The easiest way to get there is along
Tullamarine Calder Fwy or
the Western Ring Rd..
Well lets see what the consensus is.

Cheers,
Theo
11
I'm just as happy to go to Brimbank Park on Sunday, but we'll see what the others have to say. It would be a bit of an eleventh hour change and may not fit with everyone. I think Roger's away at the moment, so we would need to hear from him in time.

Francesca.


On Tue, Apr 13, 2010 at 9:40 PM, Theo Weiss <teows@melbpc.org.au> wrote:

Francesca, Gary, Les,

Brimbank Park is located in Keilor East, Melway map 14J9, UBD map 190 J17
The entrance to the park is at Map 15 B15 off Keilor Park Drive.
It has all the facilities asked for: BBQs, playgrounds, shelter, no
dirt tracks - all bitumen.
Ideal for bush bike rides. The easiest way to get there is along
Tullamarine Calder Fwy or
the Western Ring Rd..
Well lets see what the consensus is.

Cheers,
Theo


12
I'd prefer to stick with the original plan even if the carpark gets a bit full i'm sure we could manage. I've got a full weekend of kid's commitments so i'll only be sneaking this one in anyway. Brimbank sounds good but more of a day out for me.

Gary

On 14/04/2010, at 7:16 AM, Francesca Coles wrote:

 

I'm just as happy to go to Brimbank Park on Sunday, but we'll see what the others have to say. It would be a bit of an eleventh hour change and may not fit with everyone. I think Roger's away at the moment, so we would need to hear from him in time.


Francesca.


On Tue, Apr 13, 2010 at 9:40 PM, Theo Weiss <teows@melbpc. org.au> wrote:
 

Francesca, Gary, Les,

Brimbank Park is located in Keilor East, Melway map 14J9, UBD map 190 J17
The entrance to the park is at Map 15 B15 off Keilor Park Drive.
It has all the facilities asked for: BBQs, playgrounds, shelter, no
dirt tracks - all bitumen.
Ideal for bush bike rides. The easiest way to get there is along
Tullamarine Calder Fwy or
the Western Ring Rd..
Well lets see what the consensus is.

Cheers,
Theo




13

This proposal has been on the table for months and I would prefer that it not to be subjected to a total change in the last few days. The original intention was to have a middle of the day get-together.  

There are other places where we can meet and there are other times that we can meet but we should do this as a separate arrangement.  This can be based on a full day or it can be a night away in a more distant location.

Les

 

From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com [mailto: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com ] On Behalf Of Gary Cookson
Sent: 14 April 2010 09:10
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Reminder: Melbourne Meet-up

 

 I'd prefer to stick with the original plan even if the carpark gets a bit full i'm sure we could manage. I've got a full weekend of kid's commitments so i'll only be sneaking this one in anyway. Brimbank sounds good but more of a day out for me.

 

Gary

 

On 14/04/2010, at 7:16 AM, Francesca Coles wrote:


I'm just as happy to go to Brimbank Park on Sunday, but we'll see what the others have to say. It would be a bit of an eleventh hour change and may not fit with everyone. I think Roger's away at the moment, so we would need to hear from him in time.

 

Francesca.

 

On Tue, Apr 13, 2010 at 9:40 PM, Theo Weiss <teows@melbpc. org.au> wrote:

 

 

Francesca, Gary , Les,

Brimbank Park is located in Keilor East, Melway map 14J9, UBD map 190 J17
The entrance to the park is at Map 15 B15 off Keilor Park Drive .
It has all the facilities asked for: BBQs, playgrounds, shelter, no
dirt tracks - all bitumen.
Ideal for bush bike rides. The easiest way to get there is along
Tullamarine Calder Fwy or
the Western Ring Rd. .
Well lets see what the consensus is.

Cheers,
Theo

 

 

 

14
Yes, I was trying to be accommodating, but I think we should stick with the original arrangement at this stage. Last minute changes of plan when many people are involved are best avoided. The venue might not be perfect, but we'll make the best of it. Perhaps Brimbank next time? Thanks for suggesting it as a nice place, Theo.

Francesca.

On Wed, Apr 14, 2010 at 9:28 AM, Les Harris <leslieharris@optusnet.com.au> wrote:

This proposal has been on the table for months and I would prefer that it not to be subjected to a total change in the last few days. The original intention was to have a middle of the day get-together.

There are other places where we can meet and there are other times that we can meet but we should do this as a separate arrangement. This can be based on a full day or it can be a night away in a more distant location.

Les

From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Gary Cookson
Sent: 14 April 2010 09:10


To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Reminder: Melbourne Meet-up

I'd prefer to stick with the original plan even if the carpark gets a bit full i'm sure we could manage. I've got a full weekend of kid's commitments so i'll only be sneaking this one in anyway. Brimbank sounds good but more of a day out for me.

Gary

On 14/04/2010, at 7:16 AM, Francesca Coles wrote:


I'm just as happy to go to Brimbank Park on Sunday, but we'll see what the others have to say. It would be a bit of an eleventh hour change and may not fit with everyone. I think Roger's away at the moment, so we would need to hear from him in time.

Francesca.

On Tue, Apr 13, 2010 at 9:40 PM, Theo Weiss <teows@melbpc.org.au> wrote:

Francesca, Gary, Les,

Brimbank Park is located in Keilor East, Melway map 14J9, UBD map 190 J17
The entrance to the park is at Map 15 B15 off Keilor Park Drive.
It has all the facilities asked for: BBQs, playgrounds, shelter, no
dirt tracks - all bitumen.
Ideal for bush bike rides. The easiest way to get there is along
Tullamarine Calder Fwy or
the Western Ring Rd..
Well lets see what the consensus is.

Cheers,
Theo


15
Hi Francesca

Thanks for your concern. Just for future reference and if I ever get my van to behave long enough to get out of town, there is some fabulous country out here in Far East Gippland. Wingan Inlet and Cape Conran, Errinundra Plateau and Snowy River are all in close proximation but ideal syncro country, so diverse, temperate climate. For future consideration, that all. A lot of bitumen I know, but well worth it when you get here.
 
Regards

Michael


From: Francesca Coles <fcoles6@gmail.com>
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wed, 14 April, 2010 11:18:30 AM
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Reminder: Melbourne Meet-up

 

Yes, I was trying to be accommodating, but I think we should stick with the original arrangement at this stage. Last minute changes of plan when many people are involved are best avoided. The venue might not be perfect, but we'll make the best of it. Perhaps Brimbank next time? Thanks for suggesting it as a nice place, Theo.


Francesca.

On Wed, Apr 14, 2010 at 9:28 AM, Les Harris <leslieharris@ optusnet. com.au> wrote:
 

This proposal has been on the table for months and I would prefer that it not to be subjected to a total change in the last few days. The original intention was to have a middle of the day get-together.  

There are other places where we can meet and there are other times that we can meet but we should do this as a separate arrangement.  This can be based on a full day or it can be a night away in a more distant location.

Les

 

From: Syncro_T3_Australia @yahoogroups. com [mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia @yahoogroups. com] On Behalf Of Gary Cookson
Sent: 14 April 2010 09:10


To: Syncro_T3_Australia @yahoogroups. com
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australi a] Re: Reminder: Melbourne Meet-up

 

 I'd prefer to stick with the original plan even if the carpark gets a bit full i'm sure we could manage. I've got a full weekend of kid's commitments so i'll only be sneaking this one in anyway. Brimbank sounds good but more of a day out for me.

 

Gary

 

On 14/04/2010, at 7:16 AM, Francesca Coles wrote:


I'm just as happy to go to Brimbank Park on Sunday, but we'll see what the others have to say. It would be a bit of an eleventh hour change and may not fit with everyone. I think Roger's away at the moment, so we would need to hear from him in time.

 

Francesca.

 

On Tue, Apr 13, 2010 at 9:40 PM, Theo Weiss <teows@melbpc. org.au> wrote:

 

 

Francesca, Gary, Les,

Brimbank Park is located in Keilor East, Melway map 14J9, UBD map 190 J17
The entrance to the park is at Map 15 B15 off Keilor Park Drive.
It has all the facilities asked for: BBQs, playgrounds, shelter, no
dirt tracks - all bitumen.
Ideal for bush bike rides. The easiest way to get there is along
Tullamarine Calder Fwy or
the Western Ring Rd..
Well lets see what the consensus is.

Cheers,
Theo

 

 

 



 
16
Yes, I'd love to get down there. We've been thinking of a Croajingalong Syncro family tour for a while. Never enough time! We are going to discuss the idea of a Syncro camping weekend on Sunday too. Best of luck,

Francesca.



On Wed, Apr 14, 2010 at 11:54 AM, Michael Rayner <mrayner51@yahoo.com> wrote:

Hi Francesca

Thanks for your concern. Just for future reference and if I ever get my van to behave long enough to get out of town, there is some fabulous country out here in Far East Gippland. Wingan Inlet and Cape Conran, Errinundra Plateau and Snowy River are all in close proximation but ideal syncro country, so diverse, temperate climate. For future consideration, that all. A lot of bitumen I know, but well worth it when you get here.
Regards

Michael


From: Francesca Coles <fcoles6@gmail.com>

To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wed, 14 April, 2010 11:18:30 AM

Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Reminder: Melbourne Meet-up

Yes, I was trying to be accommodating, but I think we should stick with the original arrangement at this stage. Last minute changes of plan when many people are involved are best avoided. The venue might not be perfect, but we'll make the best of it. Perhaps Brimbank next time? Thanks for suggesting it as a nice place, Theo.


Francesca.

On Wed, Apr 14, 2010 at 9:28 AM, Les Harris <leslieharris@ optusnet. com.au> wrote:

This proposal has been on the table for months and I would prefer that it not to be subjected to a total change in the last few days. The original intention was to have a middle of the day get-together.

There are other places where we can meet and there are other times that we can meet but we should do this as a separate arrangement. This can be based on a full day or it can be a night away in a more distant location.

Les

From: Syncro_T3_Australia @yahoogroups. com [mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia @yahoogroups. com] On Behalf Of Gary Cookson
Sent: 14 April 2010 09:10

Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australi a] Re: Reminder: Melbourne Meet-up

I'd prefer to stick with the original plan even if the carpark gets a bit full i'm sure we could manage. I've got a full weekend of kid's commitments so i'll only be sneaking this one in anyway. Brimbank sounds good but more of a day out for me.

Gary

On 14/04/2010, at 7:16 AM, Francesca Coles wrote:


I'm just as happy to go to Brimbank Park on Sunday, but we'll see what the others have to say. It would be a bit of an eleventh hour change and may not fit with everyone. I think Roger's away at the moment, so we would need to hear from him in time.

Francesca.

On Tue, Apr 13, 2010 at 9:40 PM, Theo Weiss <teows@melbpc. org.au> wrote:

Francesca, Gary, Les,

Brimbank Park is located in Keilor East, Melway map 14J9, UBD map 190 J17
The entrance to the park is at Map 15 B15 off Keilor Park Drive.
It has all the facilities asked for: BBQs, playgrounds, shelter, no
dirt tracks - all bitumen.
Ideal for bush bike rides. The easiest way to get there is along
Tullamarine Calder Fwy or
the Western Ring Rd..
Well lets see what the consensus is.

Cheers,
Theo




17
Just back from Brisbane so look forward to seeing as many as possible from 10am on Sunday 18th at Edinburgh Gardens.
Cheers
Roger

--- On Sat, 10/4/10, Francesca Coles <fcoles6@gmail.com> wrote:

From: Francesca Coles <fcoles6@gmail.com>
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Reminder: Melbourne Meet-up
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Received: Saturday, 10 April, 2010, 10:09 AM

 
Hi all,

This is just to remind those interested that we are having a meet-up next Sunday, 18 April, at 10.00 am, at Edinburgh Gardens in North Fitzroy. Anyone who has not yet responded is most welcome to roll up. Perhaps bringing something to share for morning tea might be a nice idea, and no doubt a few of us can whip up cups of tea or coffee in the comfort of our campers to go around.

Regards,

Francesca.

I think we all know the precise location, but if anyone is unsure, drop me a line.



 
18

Hi Vic members,

 

I’ll see you all tomorrow, and I have a couple of items for discussion.

 

  1. While I’m sure some of us have the expertise to organize it (not me), we rarely get to do an off-road event. Consequently, I’ve spoken to a fellow VWCV member, Chris Antonello, who has offered to scout a tour for us. Chris drives a T3 (2wd) amongst other things, but is a long time member of ‘other’ 4wd clubs and has also organized ordinary (not 4wd) tours for the VW club, and is quite familiar with 4wd areas north of Melbourne. Tomorrow, I’d like to get an idea of how many people might be interested (non attendees can email me), and what sort of tour we’d like. (eg. day or overnight, level of difficulty, overall length, etc), and some idea of when might be suitable for most members.

 

2.   Next weekend (Anzac weekend), I’m going to this little music festival  http://www.wix.com/damianhoward/pinnacles .  I know it’s late notice, in fact ticket sales have technically closed, but I’ve spoken to an Chris (different Chris, one of the organizers), and some tickets are still available. It’s not exactly a syncro event (although, apparently if you come in the wrong way it can be a challenge), but looks like a nice riverside bush camp, fairly laid back, with some good music for the weekend. Any-one interested let me know, so we can organize to camp together.

 

 

BRIAN REED

Vice President VWCV

185 Wingrove St

Fairfield, Vic. 3078

03 9481 5673   0407 319 521