GKPE (NZ) Event Planning Thread

[FlyingPete]

OK I am going to resurrect a tread from the depths of forum time and space, as the rambling threads are too hard to follow.

This one is for events and outing planning only - NO RAMBLING!

If you are going to plan an outing can you please post it here (you can keep posting the the rambling thread as well but it moves so quickly it might get missed)

First up I am going to update the Big GKPE day outing calendar, not sure what number we are up to so I am going to drop that now, so keeping with the old rule which was:

Second weekend of February, May, August and November. One small change though I would like to suggest, this time we go alternate Saturdays and Sundays. Also caught up with a couple of the guys tonight, we though we would run a replay of GKPE 1, however since that was a sunrise to sunset event, we thought we best leave it until later in the year.

So here is the draft calendar:
Sunday 10 February 2008 - GKPE Day Event
Saturday 10 May 2008 - GKPE Day Event (Replay of GKPE 1? Same time of the year as the original)
Sunday 10 August 2008 - GKPE Day Event
Saturday 9 November 2008- GKPE Day Event

Righto what else is there to add of photographic interest? There is an airshow in Hamilton in a couple of months, I think Tony is planning something in the next couple of days.

Please feel free to add anything of suggest things for day events (we are always needing good ideas for these!)

[theflyingkiwi]

um one event that might interest some people

http://www.airshow.co.nz/

[FlyingPete]

um one event that might interest some people

http://www.airshow.co.nz/

Yeah that is the one!

Sunday 10 February 2008 - GKPE Day Event
Friday 7 March - Sunday 9 March - Air Show New Zealand (Hamilton)
Saturday 10 May 2008 - GKPE Day Event (Replay of GKPE 1? Same time of the year as the original)
Sunday 10 August 2008 - GKPE Day Event
Saturday 9 November 2008- GKPE Day Event

[Wazza]

Bugger I will miss them all.
And not around for a proper weekend anyway. The photos will be fun no doubt though

[lance v]

Bugger I will miss them all.
And not around for a proper weekend anyway. The photos will be fun no doubt though

Does that^^ count as a ramble?(and i supose this?) NEVER MIND!

[CliveyBoy]

The biennial Sport Aircraft Association of NZ has a three-day event at Tauranga City Airport on Friday 15 to Sunday 17 February. The Sunday will be a Public Open Day, with the SportAvEx/Tauranga Airshow aerobatics in the afternoon.

[FlyingPete]

Sunday 10 February 2008 - GKPE Day Event
Friday 15 February - Sunday 17 February - Biennial Sport Aircraft Association of NZ (Tauranga)
Friday 7 March - Sunday 9 March - Air Show New Zealand (Hamilton)
Saturday 10 May 2008 - GKPE Day Event (Replay of GKPE 1? Same time of the year as the original)
Sunday 10 August 2008 - GKPE Day Event
Saturday 9 November 2008- GKPE Day Event

Aren't there some motoring events coming up as well?

[lil_miss]

28-31 August is Rally NZ

[iKirst]

Mass spammage of the dates all in the same thread, Pete :)
;)

I'm knee :D

[Wazza]

May as well add on V8 Supercars Hamilton - I'm sure there'll be a few GKPE'ers there
I'll just watch from the sidelines of the forum :p

[dgcorner]

What about a bbq? We haven't had one in a long time... I can volunteer my place if the weather is good... we won't fit in the house if it is raining... besides, it would be good to give the new barbie a workout! Late afternoon so that it doesn't get blistering hot...

Hmm... I wonder what I'm going to do about chairs... I only have 16...

[FlyingPete]

What about a bbq? We haven't had one in a long time... I can volunteer my place if the weather is good... we won't fit in the house if it is raining... besides, it would be good to give the new barbie a workout! Late afternoon so that it doesn't get blistering hot...

Hmm... I wonder what I'm going to do about chairs... I only have 16...

Sounds like a plan, any ideas on dates, if you are volunteering your place then let us know what you have date wise.

As for chairs, we should have enough large lenses now to make some make shift stools...

[mulga bill]

:confused:Wow that sounds really painful pete

[FlyingPete]

:confused:Wow that sounds really painful pete

Opps point taken, will need something to go on top :shock:

[wendyc]

We could always pick a nice day and all meet for a barbie at Long Bay - there are 4 shore people now :D
And everyone can bring their own chair!
link (http://www.newzealand.com/travel/sights-activities/scenic-highlights/parks-reserves/scenic-highlight-details.cfm/businessid/69653/searchcontext/0.html)

[mulga bill]

:shock: lens cover:)

[FlyingPete]

We could always pick a nice day and all meet for a barbie at Long Bay - there are 4 shore people now :D
And everyone can bring their own chair!
link (http://www.newzealand.com/travel/sights-activities/scenic-highlights/parks-reserves/scenic-highlight-details.cfm/businessid/69653/searchcontext/0.html)

Any ideas of a possible date? What are people doing on annversary weekend?

[wendyc]

Any ideas of a possible date? What are people doing on annversary weekend?
Nothing so far for me

[FlyingPete]

BBQ @ Long bay on Annerversary weekend then, what works Sat Sun or Mon? I am going to pencil in Saturday.

Also I am going to pencil in Kawau Island for the next GKPE as well:

Saturday 26 February 2008 - BBQ @ Long Bay (Family Welcome!)
Sunday 10 February 2008 - GKPE Day Event- Kawau Island Adventure
Friday 15 February - Sunday 17 February - Biennial Sport Aircraft Association of NZ (Tauranga)
Friday 7 March - Sunday 9 March - Air Show New Zealand (Hamilton)
Friday 18 April - Sunday 20 April - V8 Supercars (Hamilton)
Saturday 10 May 2008 - GKPE Day Event - Revisit the original (Sunrise @ Westhaven - Western Springs - Zoo - Sunset at Piha)
Sunday 10 August 2008 - GKPE Day Event
Thursday 28 August - Sunday 31 August - Rally NZ
Saturday 9 November 2008 - GKPE Day Event

[somethingsimple]

BBQ @ Long bay on Annerversary weekend then, what works Sat Sun or Mon? I am going to pencil in Saturday.

Also I am going to pencil in Kawau Island for the next GKPE as well:

Saturday 26 February 2008 - BBQ @ Long Bay (Family Welcome!)
Sunday 10 February 2008 - GKPE Day Event- Kawau Island Adventure
Friday 15 February - Sunday 17 February - Biennial Sport Aircraft Association of NZ (Tauranga)
Friday 7 March - Sunday 9 March - Air Show New Zealand (Hamilton)
Friday 18 April - Sunday 20 April - V8 Supercars (Hamilton)
Saturday 10 May 2008 - GKPE Day Event - Revisit the original (Sunrise @ Westhaven - Western Springs - Zoo - Sunset at Piha)
Sunday 10 August 2008 - GKPE Day Event
Thursday 28 August - Sunday 31 August - Rally NZ
Saturday 9 November 2008 - GKPE Day Event

i think you mean sat 26 JAN... what time will that be on?
and which is it for the november one, cos SUNDAY is the 9th?

[FlyingPete]

i think you mean sat 26 JAN... what time will that be on?
and which is it for the november one, cos SUNDAY is the 9th?

Double opps :oops:

Yes you are right, January, and November will be Saturday, so I will change that to the 8th. We are alternating Saturdays and Sundays this year to make sure everyone can make something :) I will often not be able to make Sundays due to similar commitments to yours.

[FlyingPete]

Updated:

January 2008
Saturday 26th - BBQ @ Long Bay (Family Welcome!)

February 2008
Sunday 10th - GKPE IX - Kawau Island Adventure
Friday 15th - Sunday 17th - Biennial Sport Aircraft Association of NZ (Tauranga)

March 2008
Friday 7th - Sunday 9th - Air Show New Zealand (Hamilton)

April 2008
Friday 18th - Sunday 20th - V8 Supercars (Hamilton)

May 2008
Saturday 10th - GKPE X - Revisit the original (Sunrise @ Westhaven - Western Springs - Zoo - Sunset @ Piha)

August 2008
Sunday 10th - GKPE XI - TBA
Thursday 28th - Sunday 31st - Rally NZ

November 2008
Saturday 8th - GKPE XII - TBA

[somethingsimple]

Double opps :oops:

Yes you are right, January, and November will be Saturday, so I will change that to the 8th. We are alternating Saturdays and Sundays this year to make sure everyone can make something :) I will often not be able to make Sundays due to similar commitments to yours.

yeah thats perfectly fair - i like :D
depending on the nature/time of saturday ones, we might be able to make some of those too

what time is the saturday bbq? and what location, near the playgrounds?

[FlyingPete]

what time is the saturday bbq? and what location, near the playgrounds?

I don't know the area very well, a playground would be good for those of us with kiddies, is this a lunch BBQ or a dinner BBQ? I was thinking the later around 4pm?

[iKirst]

I should be able to make the first one :)
Shame it's not a kid weekend, I could've brought flatties short person (rent a kid :lol: )

[FlyingPete]

GKPE IX Planning Thread here:
http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?p=4717858#post4717858

[somethingsimple]

I don't know the area very well, a playground would be good for those of us with kiddies, is this a lunch BBQ or a dinner BBQ? I was thinking the later around 4pm?

the playground is towards the north of the reserve, and moderately close to the bush/clifftop walks

id prefer 4 onwards too, be too hot otherwise

[iKirst]

http://www.arc.govt.nz/parks/our-parks/parks-in-the-region/long-bay/
:)

Picnics sites
There are 7 bookable sites suitable for groups. Groups of 75 must obtain a permit. Otherwise find your own favourite spot. more (http://www.arc.govt.nz/albany/index.cfm?B09DB300-14C2-3D2D-B905-9C5846C75AD0)...

[somethingsimple]

http://www.arc.govt.nz/parks/our-parks/parks-in-the-region/long-bay/
:)

Picnics sites
There are 7 bookable sites suitable for groups. Groups of 75 must obtain a permit. Otherwise find your own favourite spot. more (http://www.arc.govt.nz/albany/index.cfm?B09DB300-14C2-3D2D-B905-9C5846C75AD0)...

yeah im not sure we will make 75 tbh... but it will def. be worth booking a site, long bay in summer is INUNDATED

[FlyingPete]

I should be able to make the first one :)
Shame it's not a kid weekend, I could've brought flatties short person (rent a kid :lol: )

Shona just pointed out that we have two kids available to short of long term rental, but just like the Sky ad we pay you but you don't have to lift your kaftan first.

[klippe]

So is the Long Bay thingie going ahead everyone? Who CAN actually make and who WILL actually make the effort to be there?

[Don28]

sorry guys, wont make it on the 26th. i will be heading down to Hamilton on the Friday night and staying there till Monday :P

[somethingsimple]

can make it, will make the effort
unless - weather sux, or i find out i cant be there, in which case i will post a retraction of my former position

[joeseph]

should be able to make it, although reserve the right to abstain should the baby decide he doesn't wanna go on the day. :rolleyes:
weather looks good though: http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/forecast.php?type=rain&region=nzni&noofdays=3

[Mark Vuleta]

Unfortunatly not this time (visitors for dinner that night, wedding aniversary the following day) Must behave:rolleyes:

[FlyingPete]

So far myself and the clan will be there :)

[theflyingkiwi]

At this stage I don't have any intention in making it.

but I think you guys already knew that :)

[scotttnz]

Me and family will be there.

[weka2000]

Where abouts at Longbay. We will pick up kids in morning. Not sure if it will just be me or the family as well.

[somethingsimple]

Where abouts at Longbay. We will pick up kids in morning. Not sure if it will just be me or the family as well.

up near playground, last i heard

[klippe]

I'll be there - but without my family, cause I don't have one. Everyone please cry a little bit for me..........

See you buggers there.

[FlyingPete]

up near playground, last i heard

Yep that should work.

[klippe]

So to recap - are we set for 4pm tomorrow at Long Bay?

[somethingsimple]

So to recap - are we set for 4pm tomorrow at Long Bay?

yep

[klippe]

Do we need to do anything about booking a site or anything, has anyone looked into that to any great length?

[FlyingPete]

Do we need to do anything about booking a site or anything, has anyone looked into that to any great length?

This is a good point, I am unfamilar with the area, I believe Kirst knew a little about it, perhaps it may be a good idea for someone to bring a portable BBQ if they have one, in case we can't use one there.

[somethingsimple]

there are bbqs dotted around the area, and there is one big covered bbq area with benches at the far north end, but its not near the playground, and may be in use

[klippe]

Does anyone have a portable that they can bring? I have a distinct feeling that given the weather we've had of late that the BBQ areas might be pretty busy (if not booked out).

And they might not too.

I'd just hate to have us all turn up with food etc and not have anyway of cooking it.

So, anyone have a portable barbeque they can bring? (pretty please)

[somethingsimple]

dont have one, sorry

[scotttnz]

Me and family will be there.

Change of plan. Nicola is sick, so unless she improves greatly, we aren't gonna make it. :(

[somethingsimple]

aww sorry to hear, hope she gets better soon

[FlyingPete]

We are a little concerned about BBQ availablity, so here is what we are going to do. We are going to get a hot chicken and salid from the supermarket, saves that issue.

Just thought I would share that idea!

[joeseph]

We are a little concerned about BBQ availablity, so here is what we are going to do. We are going to get a hot chicken and salid from the supermarket, saves that issue.

Just thought I would share that idea!
snap... :D (but have a pack of sausies, just in case)

[klippe]

OK, numbers for this weekend (Sunday) - Kauwau island visit.

I'm in. What are the plans? Let's firm it up ASAP so we know whether it's go ahead or not. If you are not sure whether you can make it, then vote yourself as a 'No'. Need firm numbers if we are going to decide to go.

I'm a Yes.

[joeseph]

Vote me as a "no" - 'cos we got other stuff happening this weekend. Maybe next time.

[FlyingPete]

I'm in, I think Scott is too.

Two seats left in a car heading from Howick Pakuranga up North for any pickups along the way?

[somethingsimple]

i can't come, v sorry but completely broke after this week at the vet, as well as school starting expenses and etc.
also tbh, not in the mood to go out shooting anywhere, all feeling very down after losing our smallest kitty. hope you all have great weather and a good shoot

[Mark Vuleta]

OK, numbers for this weekend (Sunday) - Kauwau island visit.

I'm in. What are the plans? Let's firm it up ASAP so we know whether it's go ahead or not. If you are not sure whether you can make it, then vote yourself as a 'No'. Need firm numbers if we are going to decide to go.

I'm a Yes.


Double post: sorry, Im in. (see ramblings thread)

[Mark Vuleta]

i can't come, v sorry but completely broke after this week at the vet, as well as school starting expenses and etc.
also tbh, not in the mood to go out shooting anywhere, all feeling very down after losing our smallest kitty. hope you all have great weather and a good shoot

S/S, if you could get all of your required work done in time, I will shout you the boat trip, it may be the very thing you need? Are you planning on bringing the short people, school the next day??

[somethingsimple]

S/S, if you could get all of your required work done in time, I will shout you the boat trip, it may be the very thing you need? Are you planning on bringing the short people, school the next day??

oh mark thats so sweet, thank you for the offer... but honestly its not possible. if i dont get my workpile under control (lost a few days due to the cat) i will end up paying interest through the nose for my now due loan... and i cant work saturday due to beliefs

[Mark Vuleta]

No problem, just a thought.

[somethingsimple]

it was a very generous/kind thought, thank you

[scotttnz]

I'm in, I think Scott is too.

Two seats left in a car heading from Howick Pakuranga up North for any pickups along the way?

Yep, I am in.

[theflyingkiwi]

well it looks like the airshow is off.

http://www.stuff.co.nz/waikatotimes/4417882a6004.html

[FlyingPete]

well it looks like the airshow is off.

http://www.stuff.co.nz/waikatotimes/4417882a6004.html

Looks like refunds are out of the question too. Bummer as I have tickets :evil:

[Rendezvous]

New Event:

Castlepoint Lighthouse.

I'm heading across there from Palmerston North on Sunday (30th March). I'd be keen to meet up with any other GKPE members who are interested.

[somethingsimple]

where exactly is it?

[lance v]

New Event:

Castlepoint Lighthouse.

I'm heading across there from Palmerston North on Sunday (30th March). I'd be keen to meet up with any other GKPE members who are interested.

and again where is it?

and what time. i mite be interested. We have our cricket break up/prize giving that day tho.....(bout time i get my A$$ along to a GKPE meet:D)

[iKirst]

http://www.hickerphoto.com/castle-point-lighthouse-4076-pictures.htm

I think it's a bit far for me to drive ;)

[somethingsimple]

damn that is far but it looks awesome
next time im in palmy i might go check it out myself... how many hours drive from palmy is it?

[lance v]

damn that is far but it looks awesome
next time im in palmy i might go check it out myself... how many hours drive from palmy is it?
over the tararuas and far away led zeplin song here

[somethingsimple]

werent you the person a few minutes ago who also didnt know where it was?
*doesnt take lance's directions seriously*

:p

[lance v]

werent you the person a few minutes ago who also didnt know where it was?
*doesnt take lance's directions seriously*

:p

haha i clicked the link and it said wairarapa! we went there for cricket.....some...didnt make it

[Rendezvous]

Yep it's about an hour east from Masterton. I'm looking at heading over from Palmy about 11am or midday, and spending the afternoon/evening there. It's not looking like I have any spare seats at this stage, but anyone who wants to meet up over there give me a text/call.

027472495 seven.

[lance v]

Yep it's about an hour east from Masterton. I'm looking at heading over from Palmy about 11am or midday, and spending the afternoon/evening there. It's not looking like I have any spare seats at this stage, but anyone who wants to meet up over there give me a text/call.

027472495 seven.

Sorry mate im out, i have cricket break up:(
would have liked to have met some people tho

[somethingsimple]

Sorry mate im out, i have cricket break up:(
would have liked to have met some people tho

...breaking up is hard to do... :(

[lance v]

...breaking up is hard to do... :(

haha this 1 might be.....playing for another club next year and have to explain it:confused:

[dgcorner]

Oi, cut the chatter! FlyingPete might clamp down on ya!:p

[somethingsimple]

woops i forgot :oops:
sorry pete, ok, back to topic: castle point - i wont be there, too far to drive

[bjkiwi]

woops i forgot :oops:
sorry pete, ok, back to topic: castle point - i wont be there, too far to drive

yeah sorry - with the cost of petrol and all that....

[naqs]

Just reading the Auckland photo exhibition, it could make a GKPE outing not sure where but it's an idea

details here: http://www.photographyfestival.org.nz/taking_part/photoday.cfm

[Keith-S]

Hello, could some aucklander please tell me what beach has the photo frame statue on it, as seen in the travel brochures? I passed thru your city easter wkend and thought it was takapuna but couldn't find it there,

thanks keiths

[Wazza]

There's a few around,

http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/gallery/people/kirst_w2.jpg
iKirst splitting it at Wenderholm

And I'm sure I've seen my friend Daniel with pics somewhere like Long Bay?

And of coruse another at Arataki
http://photos-b.ak.facebook.com/photos-ak-sf2p/v161/143/67/556458354/n556458354_267473_7413.jpg

[Keith-S]

Thanks wazza they look great the one I saw had rangitoto?? in the background in it, next time I'm up that way will check it out,

cheers Keith-s

[Wazza]

there's one at long bay beach, one at whangaparaoa shakespeare regional park, one at the cascades near the carpark... um, sure theres a bunch more around but can't remember offhand

.

Taken from the GKPE thread in General Chat

[Keith-S]

Thanks mate didn't realise there we so many, looks like you aucklanders have a frame fetish, next time grabaseat is kind to me I'll check them out.....cheers keith-s

[scotttnz]

Saturday 26th April All Day Event

Moppie and I are traveling to Karangahake Gorge and surrounding area for a day shoot. All GKPEers are welcome to join us. Let us know if you are keen so we can arrange transport etc.

[weka2000]

WEDNESDAY 23 Kaypony night shoot

7-7.30pm meet at museam and go from there

[iKirst]

Done for Wed. and possibly done for the 26th, too.
Depends on other photography commitments ;)

[Nzshrimper]

Depends on other photography commitments ;)


ooohhh get you.... you big shot... :p ;)

[iKirst]

ooohhh get you.... you big shot... :p ;)
Hah - Sorry, wasn't trying to be cheeky.
I'm shooting the band either Anzac weekend, or the one after. But timing hasn't been fine tuned yet, so if I'm not, I'll be there. If I am, it depends on hat time I'll be needed in Tauranga :)

No big shot here, just in the right places at the right time.

My stars told me this the other day..

You need to stick it out through the current situation, no matter how much you want to cut and run. Your perseverance will pay off in the long run in a big, almost unimaginable, way.

And this

Let someone else handle all the tiny details today -- you've got bigger fish to fry.
And this

You are full of great ideas and a few of them -- the few that nobody else has dreamed up yet -- will take off and develop lives of their own. You should nurture them for now, then let go.

(yeah yeah - who believes in them, rah de rah... but that's all they've said in days.. so I'm running with it, hehe)

Back to Photography - def there on Wed, and will try for the 26th :D

[kaypony]

Excellent. Thanks Tony. This will be fun :D

[FlyingPete]

Updated:

April 2008
Friday 18th - Sunday 20th - V8 Supercars (Hamilton)
Wednesday 23rd - Kaypony night shoot (7-7.30pm meet at museam and go from there)
Saturday 26th - Karangahake Gorge Day Trip

May 2008
Saturday 10th - GKPE X - Revisit the original (Sunrise @ Westhaven - Western Springs - Zoo - Sunset @ Piha)

August 2008
Sunday 10th - GKPE XI - TBA
Thursday 28th - Sunday 31st - Rally NZ

November 2008
Saturday 8th - GKPE XII - TBA

Let me know if I have missed anything.

[theflyingkiwi]

this friday for the V8's, I have got a ticket to get in the event itself. I don't now how much photography I will be doing but I will be around for a while. Not to sure what time I will be there. however if anyone wishes to contract me, pm me and I will give you my phone number.

[rabsoft]

Hey wouldn't mind doing the Saturday 26th - Karangahake Gorge Day Trip may have a friend that might want to come also (he doesn't have a canon, he has a sony thing)

[weka2000]

******* NZ Wide Meet*******

I want this to happen. 1 Weekend either Taupo or Wellington. July?

Aucklanders chip in a bit each to get the SI lot up (flights) We book a motel and hire a couple of vans (unless someone else has better idea).

Thoughts, ideas, lets get of our a$$ and DO IT.

[tag141]

******* NZ Wide Meet*******

I want this to happen. 1 Weekend either Taupo or Wellington. July?

Aucklanders chip in a bit each to get the SI lot up (flights) We book a motel and hire a couple of vans (unless someone else has better idea).

Thoughts, ideas, lets get of our a$$ and DO IT.

I've got a free flight. So here to Wellington isn't a problem. Cheap flight back then. I could have a nice long weekend.

[somethingsimple]

taupo offers more photo ops IMO... but i recognise it is further for the SI ppl

[Moppie]

******* NZ Wide Meet*******

I want this to happen. 1 Weekend either Taupo or Wellington. July?

Aucklanders chip in a bit each to get the SI lot up (flights) We book a motel and hire a couple of vans (unless someone else has better idea).

Thoughts, ideas, lets get of our a$$ and DO IT.



This a good idea, how about we start a new thread and set a date in spring?


Base it in Auckland, and we all host 1 or 2 southerners each, as well as provide transport. Make it as cheap as possible so the only real cost is the flights and some food.

I can host 2, if they don't mind sharing a room, and a shower.

I can also book the GKPE bus which seats 7, and there are plenty of other people with company cars, we could be sponsored by a local teleco........

[FlyingPete]

...and there are plenty of other people with company cars, we could be sponsored by a local teleco........

Yep, plenty of notice should be able to do that!

Still trying to free up next Saturday for a run down there, may be able to make it but will have to leave to be back here by 6:30ish.

[Moppie]

Yep, plenty of notice should be able to do that!

Still trying to free up next Saturday for a run down there, may be able to make it but will have to leave to be back here by 6:30ish.


What if we do it on Friday?
Scott and I open to that, so is Kirst, don't know about Mark, or anyone else who has expressed interest.

[FlyingPete]

What if we do it on Friday?
Scott and I open to that, so is Kirst, don't know about Mark, or anyone else who has expressed interest.

I am tip toeing around family from out of town being here for the long weekend. Personally I think it sucks that they decide to come up on a long weekend :rolleyes:

[Moppie]

I am tip toeing around family from out of town being here for the long weekend. Personally I think it sucks that they decide to come up on a long weekend :rolleyes:


Depends on the family of course....... :p

But let us know, it has been a while since we have seen you on a meet ( <- attempt to guilt trip ).

[FlyingPete]

Depends on the family of course....... :p

But let us know, it has been a while since we have seen you on a meet ( <- attempt to guilt trip ).

OK I have wheeled and dealed with the family.

So I can make the whole day on Friday, but would have to return early if it were Saturday, so I guess that is a vote for Friday :D

Three spare seats going if anyone wants in.

[Moppie]

Friday is good with me, how about everyone else?

[rabsoft]

I could be into going on friday since it's a holiday

[scotttnz]

OK, I have had my saturday leave pass changed to friday.

Pete, can I grab a ride with you?

What time do we wanna leave? where do we wanna go?

I'm deffinatley keen to try those vats again. Other than that I don't really mind.

[jasestu]

I hope to be able to come over. I'll likely head from Whakatane to Waihi after work on Thursday, puts me real close for Friday. ;) Then again, heading west at 5pm isn't fun with the sun at this time of year...

[Moppie]

Friday it is, I'll put my name down for a seat in the teleco taxi to please.

[kaypony]

Everyone still Ok for Wednesday evening?

[somethingsimple]

yes

[FlyingPete]

Pete, can I grab a ride with you?


Friday it is, I'll put my name down for a seat in the teleco taxi to please.

Done and done, one seat left. One issue though, as Telecom is now operationally separated (unbundled), I need one person to steer, and the other one to deal with the acceleration and braking, however we are not allowed to communicate directly and have to go via a third party, which will the the thirds person in the cars job!

Not sure what time to go, I am sure there would be some very cool lighting early on in the day for the brave!

[weka2000]

Everyone still Ok for Wednesday evening?
Might need to borrow someones 50f1.8 :rolleyes:

[somethingsimple]

you can borrow mine if you lend me the 85L LOL

[Moppie]

Might need to borrow someones 50f1.8 :rolleyes:


I'll bring mine just encase :lol::lol:

[rabsoft]

Done and done, one seat left. One issue though, as Telecom is now operationally separated (unbundled), I need one person to steer, and the other one to deal with the acceleration and braking, however we are not allowed to communicate directly and have to go via a third party, which will the the thirds person in the cars job!

Not sure what time to go, I am sure there would be some very cool lighting early on in the day for the brave!

Will see if my mate wants to come if so will take my car but if not can I grab a lift with you mr pete, will find out tomorrow if he is coming or not

[jasestu]

So, what time and where is the meet at Karangahake?

[scotttnz]

So, what time and where is the meet at Karangahake?

Probably best to meet at the train station. It is a convienient place to meet and easy walking distance to the vats etc....as for times....dunno....anyone?

I don't think we are gonna make it for the sunrise, so maybe make it late morning, and stay for the sunset?

[Moppie]

I'm happy with a late morning, and stay for the sunset.

[FlyingPete]

I'm happy with a late morning, and stay for the sunset.

Yep.

According to my GPS the trip is 124 km – about 1 hour 42 mins from my place, so we should I start pickups at 9am to be there 11ish or earlier?

[Moppie]

9am is a little early, but I think I can manage it.

[lil_miss]

******* NZ Wide Meet*******

I want this to happen. 1 Weekend either Taupo or Wellington. July?

Aucklanders chip in a bit each to get the SI lot up (flights) We book a motel and hire a couple of vans (unless someone else has better idea).

Thoughts, ideas, lets get of our a$$ and DO IT.

I thought the ideas had already started a while ago about doing Wellington... NZShrimper can shed some light..

That way its in the middle for everyone really (Auckland and the South Island) and people are not paying for anyone else etc - it seems a fairer way.
Flights now days are pretty cheap - it costs the same to get from CHCH to Wellington as it does Auckland to Wellington...

[weka2000]

9am is a little early, but I think I can manage it.

Suns been up for hrs :lol:

[joeseph]

Suns been up for hrs :lol:
Sons been up for hrs also... :p

[FlyingPete]

Sons been up for hrs also... :p

Yes I had a simular comment to make :rolleyes: It was 5:30am this morning from both of them.

[scotttnz]

Yep.

According to my GPS the trip is 124 km – about 1 hour 42 mins from my place, so we should I start pickups at 9am to be there 11ish or earlier?

9 is fine with me.

Sons been up for hrs also... :p

LOL aint that the truth!

So are you planning to come to this one Duncan?

[joeseph]

So are you planning to come to this one Duncan?
that's the plan. Meet at 11ish by the trainstation sounds like a good place.

[Mevunky]

I thought the ideas had already started a while ago about doing Wellington... NZShrimper can shed some light..

That way its in the middle for everyone really (Auckland and the South Island) and people are not paying for anyone else etc - it seems a fairer way.
Flights now days are pretty cheap - it costs the same to get from CHCH to Wellington as it does Auckland to Wellington...

Possibly the greatest idea...ever. Ok im in Wellington as bias as possible, but using the middle of the country certainly does work well for most. However arnt most members based in Auckland?

July maybe a long while off? June?

As for Wellington regional mini meets...anytime, anywhere.

[weka2000]

Possibly the greatest idea...ever. Ok im in Wellington as bias as possible, but using the middle of the country certainly does work well for most. However arnt most members based in Auckland?

July maybe a long while off? June?

I think Taupo but I guess we should start a poll and put it to the vote.

No we need time to plan it. (allow snow to fall)

[Mevunky]

I think Taupo but I guess we should start a poll and put it to the vote.

No we need time to plan it. (allow snow to fall)

Taupo is certainly a better area, poll is probably the best idea, agreed.

[Moppie]

Auckland means free accommodation for anyone who gets here, as there are the most members here. Also means lots of free, or cheap transport as we have plenty of teleco taxis and other company cars, and I can always books the bus.
Also means the fewest number of members who have to travel, if everyone in Auckland pitched in $50 we would get most people here from around the country for free for no, limited cost to them.


Wellington is nice and central, but fewer number of members, which limits how many can host people, which means someone is going to have to pay for accommodation.
Also limited number of cars to cart people around etc.
Would also mean more members would have to travel, as the bulk of us are in Auckland.


Somewhere else.
Taupo, easy drive for bulk of members in Welly and Auckland, but southerners still have to fly.
Everyone has to pay for accommodation, and transport costs, but we will have lots of cars to move around in.

[weka2000]

Moppie that makes the most logic ...............personaly I just want a change in scene :lol:

[Nzshrimper]

Auckland means free accommodation for anyone who gets here, as there are the most members here. Also means lots of free, or cheap transport as we have plenty of teleco taxis and other company cars, and I can always books the bus.
Also means the fewest number of members who have to travel, if everyone in Auckland pitched in $50 we would get most people here from around the country for free for no, limited cost to them.


Wellington is nice and central, but fewer number of members, which limits how many can host people, which means someone is going to have to pay for accommodation.
Also limited number of cars to cart people around etc.
Would also mean more members would have to travel, as the bulk of us are in Auckland.


Somewhere else.
Taupo, easy drive for bulk of members in Welly and Auckland, but southerners still have to fly.
Everyone has to pay for accommodation, and transport costs, but we will have lots of cars to move around in.

i am with this guy on this... ;) - it makes more sense to have a mass meet up in Auckland... (go kart challenge is still on i hope)

That way we are looking at flying only a few members up for the weekend.. much cheaper for everyone... and free accommodation / transport makes sense too...

Its not to far to have a drive out of town one day Tony.. and as for a change of scene - come down here for a weekend - snow is only 1 hour away (well 1 - 2 months away)

[Mevunky]

Auckland means free accommodation for anyone who gets here, as there are the most members here. Also means lots of free, or cheap transport as we have plenty of teleco taxis and other company cars, and I can always books the bus.
Also means the fewest number of members who have to travel, if everyone in Auckland pitched in $50 we would get most people here from around the country for free for no, limited cost to them............

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Wow, nice post. What he said and all that. This is simply a splendid idea.

[weka2000]

Its not to far to have a drive out of town one day Tony.. and as for a change of scene - come down here for a weekend - snow is only 1 hour away (well 1 - 2 months away)

Im trying to make it in July school hols ......

[kaypony]

Well I have once again left my battery in the wrong town before a GKPE meet. Has anyone got a spare 400D battery they could lend me? If not, I will just enjoy marvelling at all your wonderful gear/enjoy meeting you.
See you tonight

[somethingsimple]

does 400D take NB-2LH? if so, i have one i can lend you
well actually i have one either way, as i have spares for both my bodies

[weka2000]

Well I have once again left my battery in the wrong town before a GKPE meet. Has anyone got a spare 400D battery they could lend me? If not, I will just enjoy marvelling at all your wonderful gear/enjoy meeting you.
See you tonight

If no one has 1 I have a 5D or 1Dmk2 you could use, they dont take EF-S lens.

[somethingsimple]

hope its not raining tonight, will suck if so

[weka2000]

hope its not raining tonight, will suck if so

Bring plastic bag :rolleyes:

[somethingsimple]

but that will only work for your head... are you suggesting i bring extra for my gear?

[Nzshrimper]

Bring plastic bag :rolleyes:

oh please - stop trying to set me up....... ;)

[weka2000]

but that will only work for your head...

Ive been to the vasman so my head needs no protection. I thought your gear was protected.

[lil_miss]

Have fun tonight peoples.. :) i have editing work to do...

[weka2000]

We will try to get another group shot.

We do need to do another glass table photo at some point as its been 3 yrs since the last 1.

Kaypony did you get a battery or do I need to bring another body?

[somethingsimple]

i offered her one of mine, i wont be using the 350 tonight anyhow so shes welcome to it

[weka2000]

i offered her one of mine, i wont be using the 350 tonight anyhow so shes welcome to it

Ok I will leave 5D at home if you have it covered

[kaypony]

i offered her one of mine, i wont be using the 350 tonight anyhow so shes welcome to it
Thank you!

[kaypony]

If no one has 1 I have a 5D or 1Dmk2 you could use, they dont take EF-S lens.
Thanks for the offer but I'm probably not competent enough to cope with a different (and much nicer body) so I'll stick with the idea of a spare battery from SS. See you kids in a few hours.

[Nzshrimper]

Thanks for the offer but I'm probably not competent enough to cope with a different body.

psst . neither is tony.... ;)



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