Mara Posted October 3, 2014 Report Share Posted October 3, 2014 There have been so many new arrivals in Melbourne, I was wondering if any of you would be interested in a day out somewhere, for the newcomers to meet some of the long resident guys, exchange conversations, exchange telephone numbers and perhaps meet some new people.As the weather is getting warmer, I think towards the end of November may be a good time, I would think that a Saturday would be a good day, but we could do it on a Sunday as well, so when you reply, state your preferences. Also state which date would suit you the best, November 22/23 or November 28/29.In order to take everyone out of their comfort zone, I was thinking of a "picnic" at Hanging Rock!So let us hear from you if you are interested in attending. If you are interested in attending, perhaps you could PM me your personal email address as it would be easier to advise you of changes.THE DATE HAS BEEN SET FOR SUNDAY 23RD NOVEMBER 2014VENUEHANGING ROCK PICNIC GROUNDSTIME11am ONWARDSNow read on ......Hi everyone, I did not want to keep on changing this message, as a lot of people go to the last page and then they would not find all the information, so.... just scroll through the pages and look for the following heading in the post, that is information you should read...UPDATE - UPDATE - UPDATE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeTMI Posted October 3, 2014 Report Share Posted October 3, 2014 Thanks Mara -We would be up for it unless anything comes up date wise (no preference currently). I have PM'd you my email address.Tee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donovan83 Posted October 3, 2014 Report Share Posted October 3, 2014 I'm keen (plus partner) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mara Posted October 3, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 3, 2014 Excellent guys, I have added you to the email list... Keep coming guys, it would be wonderful to have a big turnout! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BriD Posted October 3, 2014 Report Share Posted October 3, 2014 Awww man! !! Wish I was there... hanging Rock was on my list of places I wanted to see. Then our city suddenly changed .. sigh. Enjoy guys! ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunnyskies Posted October 3, 2014 Report Share Posted October 3, 2014 Hanging rock is great. We'll be there if the stars align and we don't have a zillion other kid related things on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KarinWise Posted October 3, 2014 Report Share Posted October 3, 2014 Mara, that sounds lovely.We could do any date everybody prefers.Hanging rock sounds lovely-it's where the Rolling Stones concert is being held on the 8th of November.( I am a HUGE fan) It would be so nice to be with some South Africans-been here 2.5 years , and have not had the pleasure of meeting any people from the old country.Maybe that's because we live in the sticks? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miran Posted October 3, 2014 Report Share Posted October 3, 2014 Oh no, too early for us.... Anybody organising a New Years get together? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HansaPlease Posted October 3, 2014 Report Share Posted October 3, 2014 Sounds good! Funny, just recently we spoke about going to hanging rock some time! I've sent you my email Mara. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mara Posted October 4, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 4, 2014 Okay guys, I am still working on the final date, but in the meantime you need to let me know which of the following dates suits you the best :Saturday 22nd November 2014Sunday 23rd November 2014orSaturday 29th November 2014Sunday 30th November 2014I often think that Saturdays are the best, as then you have a day to recover before you start your weekday chores again. I am happy to go with the date that receives the most "yes" confirmations.Below is a link to Hanging Rock, there is an entrance fee of $10 per car or $20 per mini-bus. There are barbecues and picnic areas as well as a restaurant if you prefer to buy something.http://www.visitmacedonranges.com/natural-attractions/hanging-rock/visitor-information/Please let me hear from you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunnyskies Posted October 4, 2014 Report Share Posted October 4, 2014 Sundays are better for those with children. Saturday sports tend to get the better of us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mara Posted October 4, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 4, 2014 Righto, that is then:On Sunday : 1 vote Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KarinWise Posted October 4, 2014 Report Share Posted October 4, 2014 Sunday also Sounds Good to me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mara Posted October 4, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 4, 2014 On Sunday now has 2 votesAnyone else want to have their choice? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HansaPlease Posted October 4, 2014 Report Share Posted October 4, 2014 Looks like Sunday 23rd might be our pick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mara Posted October 4, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 4, 2014 As follows then:Sundays now has 3 votesSunday 23rd November 2014 has 1 votePlease keep those votes coming. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nev Posted October 5, 2014 Report Share Posted October 5, 2014 Yep, add the wife and I onto the list, we good for any day so will go with the group choiceHeard about hanging rock a couple of times and driven past it on the way to other places but haven't stopped there yet so the spot sounds great Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eitai2001 Posted October 6, 2014 Report Share Posted October 6, 2014 (edited) I'm keen. I'll be there unless something comes up at work, only starting end of the month so not sure yet. But should be good. My email is ... ... I may need to get a lift unless there is public transport to there. Edited October 7, 2014 by Mara Removed email address Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nev Posted October 6, 2014 Report Share Posted October 6, 2014 You can catch a ride with us, we close to a train station so easy enough to get to our place and we head out from there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mittwelt Posted October 6, 2014 Report Share Posted October 6, 2014 Hi! We are very keen. Sundays are good for us too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eitai2001 Posted October 6, 2014 Report Share Posted October 6, 2014 Thanks Nev, appreciate it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zoot Posted October 6, 2014 Report Share Posted October 6, 2014 Saturday would suit me better but could make a plan if it is on Sunday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mara Posted October 6, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 6, 2014 Nev and Zoot, please PM your private emails to me.Right so now we have the following votes:Saturday 1 voteSunday 6 votesSunday 23rd November 1 voteSunday 30th November 0 votesI am hoping for good weather, will list expectations here when my weather app stretches that far, it unfortunately only does 28 days in advance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SmellyN Posted October 6, 2014 Report Share Posted October 6, 2014 Count us in. Although would prefer a Saturday, because we're a bit further out, so might make a weekend of it, if it finalises as a sunday! Either way, please keep us posted! I'll mail through our details now. Thanks Mara! ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mara Posted October 6, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 6, 2014 Welcome, glad to see the list is growing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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