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Post by JBJ on Oct 27, 2007 8:31:36 GMT 10
Hi all,
Times come again to think about next one. Boots & I are getting pretty keen to travel around a bit more after our trip to far south coast NSW & Coledale.
Lets see, we went to Fingal in Nov. 2005, Esk in Feb 2006, bribie in March 2007, Coolangatta ( Wintersun) in June 2007, & South Tweed Heads in sept 2007.
the last event was the first we organised in a dog friendly park, & most people brought their dog.
seeing sutcac & Barb had to camp in separate parks on the east coast tour, because they brought Tally dog, I believe we should aim at dog friendly parks if possible.
I cant fit anything in before Christmas, & we shouldnt even try to go anywhere in school holidays.
So what about February for next one?
Does anyone have a preference for a good spot, dog friendly park, & something to look at while we are there?
Its up for suggestions .
Jailbarjuice
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Post by scootman on Oct 27, 2007 13:36:46 GMT 10
HMMM now then Mr Jailbar Juice. I think you should all get in in your vehicles attach homes on wheels to the back and head up north to Kurrumine beach, or similiar. If your interested I will happy to organise accomodation etc. Scoot
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Post by Suzann and Matt (Schultzy) on Nov 13, 2007 16:27:57 GMT 10
You can count Matt and myself in.
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Post by JBJ on Nov 13, 2007 17:26:13 GMT 10
hi All,
Firstly we need someone to decide where to go. I dont think that many will travel all the way up to the deep north for a weekend, but who knows?
We can make Mackay from here in 2 days if we push it a bit.
I'm seriously looking on travelling up around Mackay area & inland as a tour for sue & I around the Wintersun week. I've been taking my rod to Wintersun for 10 years, & just about over it.
But as a weekend away, I think its impractical.
So come on, someone decide, or else I'll make a democratic decision in early December, providing someone else hasn't gone with an idea.
Jailbarjuice
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Post by Roehm3108 on Nov 13, 2007 18:10:44 GMT 10
Could I suggest the Eumundi Caravan Park. Haven't been there a few years, but it was Jack frriendly. Great spot, what with the markets within walking distance on Saturday and the great Eumundi beer! Within a short drive to Noosa etc too!
Ray
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Post by dosse on Nov 13, 2007 19:56:52 GMT 10
G'Day ALL
We will be in on it, but will think more on the venue. Regards David dosse.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 13, 2007 20:08:31 GMT 10
Hi all in STH E QLD
I wish you buggers would stop baiting me. I had a ball at Esk last year and I would have loved to come up to Noosa /Buderim/sutcac country next February but its just too close to the MT Gambier Vintage Van Nationals for me to get excited about . Got to keep stuffing the coins into the porcelain pig for the big road trip to south OZ in 2008 .. and possibly Uluru in 2009...
Reddo
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Post by smiles on Nov 14, 2007 12:26:25 GMT 10
What about Broome's Head? Great spot right on the beach, trees, small village with pubs and last time we enquired dogs were allowed in the park.
It's going to be the first place we go when the van is fixed up and registered (our van leaves Melb tonight on its way north.
Could you make the date late in Feb so we can make it to your get together too?
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Post by Roehm3108 on Nov 14, 2007 17:26:10 GMT 10
Broom's Head sound nice. Thanks Smiles
Ray
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Post by JBJ on Nov 14, 2007 19:55:24 GMT 10
hi All,
Broomes Head is on the coast south east of maclean, in northern NSW.
Its about 1 1/2 hours south of Ballina, or about 4 hours south of Brisbane central.
Its also about 5 & a bit hours north of Newcastle, so maybe some of the more adventurous NSW people could get there.
Its also a place I've never been, but lots of people I know reckon its great. I imagine it would be a very popular place, especially in the holidays.
We're staying in our van at Yamba this weekend, about 1/2 hour north of Broomes Head. I think we could get time to go & look around, & get some info & pix.
Lets see what happens.
Then its up to the forum members to decide.
Jailbarjuice
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Post by dosse on Nov 15, 2007 13:59:53 GMT 10
G'Day All
Broomes head sound great but according to the National Tourist Park Guide, no dogs allowed. phone number 0266467144. Regards David dosse.
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Post by JBJ on Nov 18, 2007 19:17:27 GMT 10
Hi all,
We had a look at Broomes Head on saturday, & definitely no pets at all.
Its not a bad spot, but a bloody long tow for all you Brisbane area people.
We personally think the next event should be closer to Brisbane than Broomes Head.
Jailbarjuice
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Post by Roehm3108 on Nov 19, 2007 19:28:36 GMT 10
Thanks for checking out Broom's Head JBJ, Is anyone interested in Eumundi??? There haven't been many other suggestions yet!!
Ray
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Post by dosse on Nov 20, 2007 18:39:15 GMT 10
G'Day All
Thanks Dennis for having a look on our behalf and thanks Ray for suggesting Eumundi. I feel that it could be a little hard to find a pet friendly park in a good area and
since our little dog would not know if it was at home or on the Greek-Isles I need the
break not our dog. Ray I had a think about Eumundi park and I feel that if we drive the two hours I am going another 20 minutes to Noosa. My wife and I found a great
park called the Noosa River caravan Park, This park is in a magnificent part of the noosa river with bbqs on a grassed area on the river. There is sites for 8-12 vintage
vans maybe more. Adress is Russell st Noosaville and phone number is 0754497050 if
you look the adress up you will see where it is on the River. Park has about 90 sites
and is very tidy, I am not suggesting that this is the place as we are a group and
would like to here input from other in vintage van land. David .
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Post by Suzann and Matt (Schultzy) on Nov 21, 2007 10:36:32 GMT 10
That sounds like a great spot dosse we can throw a fishing rod in as well.  |
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Post by dosse on Nov 21, 2007 18:55:30 GMT 10
G'Day All. We have been looking for a suitable camping spot for our February get-together. My wife has found the perfect spot today, called the Oceanbeach Caravan Park, at Mooloolaba. This park has absolute beach frontage/ocean views. The weekend of Friday 8th February to Sunday 10th is available to us .....sites 25 through to 34, with additional sites directly behind. Park has just 34 sites, power and water, 2 BBQ's etc. For those members who do not like the sound of the waves lapping the sand, this will not be the park for you. Our new Don will be making its debut appearance on this weekend. Looking for people's input regarding this caravan park as we need to make a decision ASAP. While the Noosa River Caravan Park was in a beautiful location, the sites available during this period were scattered throughout the park, so we couldn't all be together, and only a very few of the sites had views of the water.
Regards, David
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Post by earlee on Nov 21, 2007 21:03:39 GMT 10
Hi Dossie, right on the beach will be great - ;D ;D count me in ! earlee.  |
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Post by JBJ on Nov 22, 2007 7:05:44 GMT 10
Hi Dave & Ilse,
Sounds like a great place. It's probably the same park my father took us to, back in about 1955. I still remember the beach, and how far you could walk out in the water, compared to south coast NSW beaches we grew up with.
The dates are OK with us also.
Do you want to let David & Lyn know, or will I?
Go for it I think. Let us know if the park wants deposits.
Jailbarjuice
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Post by santa28a on Nov 22, 2007 13:14:04 GMT 10
Mr & Mrs Santa will be there  Cheers, Steve |
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Post by sutcac on Nov 22, 2007 16:39:24 GMT 10
If you can get 10 or so sites at this park, at this time of the year, then grab'em with both hands!!!!!!!!!
Probably one of the last remaining oceanfront parks left in Southern QLD.....walk to pub, club, shops........a bit touristy, but you don't have to go there if you don't want to. The best fish n chips/ calamari in the southern hemisphere at the "Spit"... short drive! No permanents....all holiday makers.......could get good publicity , if you wanted me to arrange?
No pets ......but would forego taking mutt cos we've got familly nearby to sit hound.
Clyde and Barb with bells on !
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Post by dosse on Nov 22, 2007 17:35:03 GMT 10
G'Day all. I spoke to Lyn today. David & Lyn would love to be there with us all. Great
response so far to this week-end away . Regards David.
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Post by phargan on Nov 23, 2007 6:21:52 GMT 10
Hiya,
I'll be in on it too if I can get my van out of the garage where its wedged in real tight. Its been a while since it had a good run. Anywhere is good for us as we live near Murwillumbah N.N.S.W. We'll stay in touch for a destination.
phargan.
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Post by dosse on Nov 23, 2007 19:35:27 GMT 10
G'day phargan . Would be great to have you join us at Mooloolaba in feb 08. I enjoyed
your story about your little van. Regards David.
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Post by Suzann and Matt (Schultzy) on Nov 27, 2007 22:15:16 GMT 10
The Schultzy"s will be there..... ;D ;D ;D ;D Sun, Surf, Beach, Good Food, Good Company and lots of Vintage Vans... What more could a women wont???  Suzann |
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