Just saw some out of control fires on the news near, Dunolly, Bicheno, Port Arthur.....
wendyv said
03:45 AM Jan 5, 2013
John was planning to be in the Freycinet/Bicheno area around now, so hope he is monitoring conditions.
barina said
04:02 AM Jan 5, 2013
wendyv wrote:
John was planning to be in the Freycinet/Bicheno area around now, so hope he is monitoring conditions.
There were fires at both places, was on 7.30 report ABC...
Happywanderer said
04:23 AM Jan 5, 2013
I tried to ring Jules today to see if they are all ok. Didn't get a reply so left a voice message. Jules txt me back later to say they were at a beach and safe. Didn't say where.
barina said
04:55 AM Jan 5, 2013
Happywanderer wrote:
I tried to ring Jules today to see if they are all ok. Didn't get a reply so left a voice message. Jules txt me back later to say they were at a beach and safe. Didn't say where.
Thanks Marj, a worrying time.
Old Crofter said
06:09 AM Jan 5, 2013
They were heading to Bracknell away from the fires, have not heard that they kept to their plans but nothing to the contrary either, very severe condition in places but if all do the right thing all should be ok. I will try ring Jules in the morning. They were planning to leave Wednesday which was day before fires became problem. Hope they did.
Bob
Big Gorilla said
02:53 PM Jan 5, 2013
I am in Launceston. Luckily all is ok here. Major fire areas are around Hobart. I'm watching ABC 24 and it's saying 60 buildings destroyed at Dunally, outside Hobart on the way to Port Arthur. If travelling throughout this State, prudence will keep you away from forested areas. Current temp. (0652 hours) 18.5 at Hobart, forcast to reach 25 with winds averaging 20 kph.
Dougwe said
03:15 PM Jan 5, 2013
Halfpint is also over there somewhere just not sure where. If anyone finds out how our GN friends in Tassie are going I'm sure they will keep us up to date on here.
Don't try and be brave people get out if you have too, and,
Old Crofter said
03:57 PM Jan 5, 2013
Had contact with Jules at 7am, all ok , they are north of the fire area and moving inland up to Derby today, they are aware of situations and remaining alert, not sure if 1/2pint is with them.
Bob
Gerty Dancer said
04:47 PM Jan 5, 2013
And any news of Yoeleven Bob?
Dougwe said
04:57 PM Jan 5, 2013
yeoeleven (John) is with Jules and Billeeee GD. Not sure where 'Halfpint' is though.
Old Crofter said
05:05 PM Jan 5, 2013
Yes John is with them, sorry thought I had included him.
Bob
yeoeleven said
05:07 PM Jan 5, 2013
Hi all and thanks for the concern, I have been off line for 3 days and now going to post the blog and forum.
I am still travelling with Billeee & Jules and were in the Bay of Fires and today will be meeting up in Derby later.
Halfpint Patty is with family in Hobart and we plan to meet up near Launceston around the middle if this month.
John
jules47 said
08:09 PM Jan 5, 2013
Hi all - as John says - we are all fine - John has gone ahead, and hwe are catching up on internet stuff before leaving St Helens - a lot cooler today, thank goodness 0 we are aware of fire dangers around the state and will stay alert - thanks for your concerns!
Duh said
11:55 PM Jan 6, 2013
Glad the trio of you are all ok and anyone else on the road.
Always a worry travelling at this time of the year wherever you are.
ozannie said
12:33 AM Jan 7, 2013
I am very moved by the care and concerned shown by all you people. Holidays and travel have been relatively closed and solitary affairs for me in the past (thanks to a partner who wouldn't talk to anyone). But now that I'm on my own I think it would be nice to be able to share in the type of friendship and comradery that is demonstrated here. God bless you all and keep you safe.
Dunmowin said
01:04 AM Jan 7, 2013
Heard from Jules last night, just leaving St Helens.
jules47 said
01:28 AM Jan 7, 2013
Welcome to the site ozannie - it is indeed a very friendly site - a lot of us haven't even met each other, as yet, but we all take an interest in what others are doing. I see you are from Mornington? ARe you still there, or travelling? What vehicle do you have? Everyone always wants to know these things - so I am getting in first - hahahaha!!
We have some get togethers sometimes - one place in Victoria that is very popular with GN's is Greens Lake - between Bendigo and Shepparton - there are usually quite a few there thrughout the summer. And there is an autumn gathering in Queensland in April, I think it is. Check out the "get togethers" sub forum on the site. Great way to meet people.
neilnruth said
03:49 AM Jan 7, 2013
Welcome from us too ozannie. Once you meet some of these Grey Nomads you will find them very friendly and you will never feel lonely on the road.
ozannie said
09:36 PM Jan 8, 2013
Thanks for your welcome. I probably actually a GN in training because I'm still working full time and it looks like I will be for some time yet. But I recently bought a 1984 Golf Tourer on ebay so that I could get away for weekends and short breaks. I think it was a good price but then I spent four times as much getting a better car to tow it and fitting it out. I do still live in Mornington and tomorrow I head out for my first trip. Thought I'd do the CP thing first to make sure everything works. My dogs and I will be in Castlemaine for a couple of nights and then I'm thinking if going to Firth Park near Trentham if it's not too crowded and there is no threat of bushfire. I just bought the On The Road Guide to Free Campsites and have had a whole new world open up to me. I'm eager to go.
I may see you on the road somewhere.
Annette
Esmeralda said
10:07 PM Jan 11, 2013
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-- Edited by Esmeralda on Friday 11th of January 2013 10:12:21 PM
Esmeralda said
06:11 AM Jan 12, 2013
Hey Annette - nice to see you joined the Forum as I suggested. We will catch up after you get back. Cheers Helen
PS Jules, Annette is one of my patchwork friends.
jules47 said
06:41 PM Jan 12, 2013
Isn't it good to see new members joining all the time - love it!!! (Hi Helen -xx)
Is everyone OK in Tassie???
Just saw some out of control fires on the news near, Dunolly, Bicheno, Port Arthur.....
There were fires at both places, was on 7.30 report ABC...
Thanks Marj, a worrying time.
They were heading to Bracknell away from the fires, have not heard that they kept to their plans but nothing to the contrary either, very severe condition in places but if all do the right thing all should be ok. I will try ring Jules in the morning. They were planning to leave Wednesday which was day before fires became problem. Hope they did.
Bob
Don't try and be brave people get out if you have too, and,
Had contact with Jules at 7am, all ok , they are north of the fire area and moving inland up to Derby today, they are aware of situations and remaining alert, not sure if 1/2pint is with them.
Bob
Yes John is with them, sorry thought I had included him.
Bob
Hi all and thanks for the concern, I have been off line for 3 days and now going to post the blog and forum.
I am still travelling with Billeee & Jules and were in the Bay of Fires and today will be meeting up in Derby later.
Halfpint Patty is with family in Hobart and we plan to meet up near Launceston around the middle if this month.
John
Glad the trio of you are all ok and anyone else on the road.
Always a worry travelling at this time of the year wherever you are.
Heard from Jules last night, just leaving St Helens.
We have some get togethers sometimes - one place in Victoria that is very popular with GN's is Greens Lake - between Bendigo and Shepparton - there are usually quite a few there thrughout the summer. And there is an autumn gathering in Queensland in April, I think it is. Check out the "get togethers" sub forum on the site. Great way to meet people.
I may see you on the road somewhere.
Annette
Deleted as duplicated.
-- Edited by Esmeralda on Friday 11th of January 2013 10:12:21 PM
Hey Annette - nice to see you joined the Forum as I suggested. We will catch up after you get back. Cheers Helen
PS Jules, Annette is one of my patchwork friends.