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Well, I've booked and am looking forward to it.
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Registered and paid. I am excited about this meeting having never been to one like this before.
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Hi guys
Just registered - managed to get the weekend off work.
Leaving Canberra on Friday morning - anyone want to tag along?

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Well, I registered and bought a shirt, but I hope I am still around when it is on.

I am currently going through the process of getting myself and bike to the US, for that continents leg of the RTW.

I could probably do a break out, but not sure what is required and what subjects are already covered.

I am electronically and computer inclined.

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Terrible fires- Hubb meeting still on?

Hi guys,
Terrible events currently. I was going to NZ and booking air tickets TODAY for an early return to the Mitta Mitta meeting.
Wondered if the meeting is likely to go ahead or date/location change. Any contingencies likely or all go ahead , come what may?
Dave, your best guess would be useful, when booking flights today.
I recorded 5 months total riding and trekking with Royal Enfield solo across north India, Kashmir, Nepal, Bhutan during monsoon. May be of use.
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Terrible events currently. I was going to NZ and booking air tickets TODAY for an early return to the Mitta Mitta meeting.
Wondered if the meeting is likely to go ahead or date/location change. Any contingencies likely or all go ahead , come what may?
I think the closest large fire is near Dargo .. over 100kms away ..

I expect the fires will be out by the time the meeting in on, the locals will want the tourist $ so the meeting will be on. If you want the local scenery will be very different - you'll be able to see much more without the tree leaves in the way!
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I think the closest large fire is near Dargo .. over 100kms away ..

I expect the fires will be out by the time the meeting in on, the locals will want the tourist $ so the meeting will be on. If you want the local scenery will be very different - you'll be able to see much more without the tree leaves in the way!
Hi Frank - actually gutted I can't come - I'll be heading to the states in March.

But, you should know... 100kms is not that far... the fire has been moving around 20kms/hr and is still burning out of control.

And please... for those of us caught up in the fires or for those of us who have friends in the area 'you'll be able to see much more without the tree leaves in the way' is a little bit in bad taste.

There's a useful map here that's being updated as the fires move....

http://www.dse.vic.gov.au/fires/upda...TC+1100%202009

Whilst on the topic of the fires, if you can spare a dime, please donate to the bush fire appeal at

http://www.redcross.org.au/default.asp

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Latest info from the tourisum office

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meeting still good

at this stage we are not looking at changing anything ,its still 5 weeks away so hopefully all will be in the clear by then , it is a big deal around these parts and yes these areas will need our tourist dollars ,and yes to donating to the cause ,
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one other thing

i mighty take up some canoes ( i run a canoe tour company) and run a bit of a trip on the mitta river on friday or sunday arvo so those with plenty of time ,let me know
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But, you should know... 100kms is not that far... the fire has been moving around 20kms/hr and is still burning out of control.
From Dargo to Mitta .. the terrain, rivers .. I don't think it will get there .. Last I heard it was not a concern. More of a potential problem from the Beachworth end .. bit further from there though. So far Mitta is not threatened ... (I hope I don't jinx them with that)

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And please... for those of us caught up in the fires or for those of us who have friends in the area 'you'll be able to see much more without the tree leaves in the way' is a little bit in bad taste.
Many people who had scheduled holidays in the area to see stuff will be put off due to the fire damage. While the fire does 'damage' it actual is an opportunity to see stuff you'd never see .. just because the tree leaves are not 'in the way'.. fact. I have had a fire past my house .. revealed a lot ... I've toured in the Vic high country after fires down there some years ago .. it was a revelation compared to past tours in the same area ..

I fail to see the bad taste .. never intended any .. ?




To those who intended to go - go. To those who may be thinking of not going due to the present fires - go (5 weeks .... they will either be out or moved on - look at the situation a day or two out).
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i mighty take up some canoes ( i run a canoe tour company) and run a bit of a trip on the mitta river on friday or sunday arvo so those with plenty of time ,let me know
cheers dave
Thanks for your more local updates.
I'm planning to come fires or not. Just needed to know the date/venue hadn't changed due to circumstance. I love canoeing with a passion. Would be keen for trip for 2 bods.
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Mitta Mitta from Brisbane

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Is there any one from brisbane thinking about heading down there??
Hi, I'm on the Gold Coast and plan to ride down. I was planning on leaving early on the 12th and arriving about mid-day on the 13th. For the run back I would want to leave at mid-day on the Sunday and be home by EOP Monday. Regards, Mike H
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Hitch a ride ?

Guys,

I'm heading to Mitta on the Saturday with my Landcruiser, so if any of yous need a ride or stuff to carry, let me know, send me a message.

I'll be leaving from Melbourne on the Saturday round 12. (Melbourne-Seymour-Benalla-Wangaratta-Wodonga-Mitta Mitta).

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Agenda confirmation

I am booked, paid and looking forward to the trip.

I wont be able to get there until Friday mid afternoon so hopefully wont miss any presentations.

Will there be an agenda upload soon or is it still in the making?

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