Kids are growing up fast and looking well.
I think there was a fancy dress going on!
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| Vance as a ferocious pirate. |
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| Kai as Darthvader's side-kick |
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| Kai the fisherman! |
Tuesday, 21 July 2015
Kids on school holidays in Darwin
Tuesday, 14 July 2015
More RAAFies - The Hinch's
Some folks we'd not seen for around 40 years, The Hinch's - Kevin and Maureen
We'd kept track of their whereabouts but our paths had not crossed until the other day ...
They were travelling North through Gympie and called in to see us at home. It was lovely to catch up in better circumstances than our early RAAF years.
They both looked very well and were enjoying touring around in their motorbus. We hope to see them on their return from Cairns.
We'd kept track of their whereabouts but our paths had not crossed until the other day ...
They were travelling North through Gympie and called in to see us at home. It was lovely to catch up in better circumstances than our early RAAF years.
They both looked very well and were enjoying touring around in their motorbus. We hope to see them on their return from Cairns.
Wednesday, 3 June 2015
Reunion for RAAF Comms
Brisbane 30 May 2015.
An annual reunion and “get together”was held on Saturday afternoon, the 30th May 2015.
The Association is a group of past Air Force personnel engaged in the Communications Mustering.
There was a marvellous roll up, with 132 revellers arriving from as far away as Perth WA, Townsville Qld and Burnie in Tas, to get together, meet old mates, and tell lots of tall tales,
Dave had a 9 year stint in the service so developed relatively few friendships as opposed to the members who spent 20 years+. However beforehand some mates he knew were going to be present so he attended specially for that reason.
Most of his dear friends Glen and Bill are no longer alive so he doesn't usually make a big effort to get to the annual reunions. He did so this year as Jeff Wessels and Hinchy were going to be there. Hinchy disappeared round photo time.
An annual reunion and “get together”was held on Saturday afternoon, the 30th May 2015.
The Association is a group of past Air Force personnel engaged in the Communications Mustering.
There was a marvellous roll up, with 132 revellers arriving from as far away as Perth WA, Townsville Qld and Burnie in Tas, to get together, meet old mates, and tell lots of tall tales,
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| Dave and Swampy (Ken Marsh) |
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| L-R Dave, Jeff Wessels, Des Williams and Bull Donald |
Dave had a 9 year stint in the service so developed relatively few friendships as opposed to the members who spent 20 years+. However beforehand some mates he knew were going to be present so he attended specially for that reason.
Most of his dear friends Glen and Bill are no longer alive so he doesn't usually make a big effort to get to the annual reunions. He did so this year as Jeff Wessels and Hinchy were going to be there. Hinchy disappeared round photo time.
Monday, 25 May 2015
Runners-up in Golf - Pennants play
Yay, a Gympie team shines ...
For the uninitiated Pennants is a form of competition involving match play which is played inter-club on a district zone level. It used to be for dinky-di players (low handicappers) but they have introduced an open category whereby the rules are a little more flexible e.g a team of 5 players that could be interchanged and handicaps were played to, and a shorter season. This being the case, it allowed players like myself who are relatively inexperienced to participate in serious one-on-one matchplay (players play against one another instead of against the course).
I'm not claiming to be an actual competitor but I was the reserve - in case anyone had a mishap during the week or on the morning of the game then I was it. Fortunately for the team and me, my opportunity didn't arise which I am quietly relieved. My form has been somewhat lacking of late!
I caddied and observed for the better players to better my understanding of match play - the procedure, marking the card and learning tactics and strategies. I learnt one needs to be very competitive, determined and it's not for the faint-hearted. I could get to enjoy it.
For the uninitiated Pennants is a form of competition involving match play which is played inter-club on a district zone level. It used to be for dinky-di players (low handicappers) but they have introduced an open category whereby the rules are a little more flexible e.g a team of 5 players that could be interchanged and handicaps were played to, and a shorter season. This being the case, it allowed players like myself who are relatively inexperienced to participate in serious one-on-one matchplay (players play against one another instead of against the course).
I'm not claiming to be an actual competitor but I was the reserve - in case anyone had a mishap during the week or on the morning of the game then I was it. Fortunately for the team and me, my opportunity didn't arise which I am quietly relieved. My form has been somewhat lacking of late!
I caddied and observed for the better players to better my understanding of match play - the procedure, marking the card and learning tactics and strategies. I learnt one needs to be very competitive, determined and it's not for the faint-hearted. I could get to enjoy it.
Sunday, 24 May 2015
Jodes-of-all-trades
From delinquents, to up and coming sports stars to green thumbs ...
Jodi's latest position that she loves is at a suburban Darwin school. She has classes in the garden, the kitchen and at the shop front - growing, cooking and selling produce. She has great community support in the form of working bees, donations and assistance from committed Mums and Dads and interested kids.
Here's hoping funding for the position continues.
Jodi's latest position that she loves is at a suburban Darwin school. She has classes in the garden, the kitchen and at the shop front - growing, cooking and selling produce. She has great community support in the form of working bees, donations and assistance from committed Mums and Dads and interested kids.
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| Jodes the garden teacher |
Monday, 11 May 2015
Boys New Pets
A birthday present for Vance and Kai being a set of guinea pigs. Apparently they are both male so hopefully there are no multitudes of family!
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| "Fireball" is Van's GP |
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| "Guinea Guy" is Kai's GP |
I'm sure they will be both loved and well cared for by their little owners.
Sunday, 3 May 2015
Dave's 66
Despite many and long protestations from Dave, he too, like many others have celebrated another year on this planet. He was away at work for his actual birthday but as soon as he was home we gathered a few of his local mates for a get together occasion.
Dave's shed was the ideal spot as he tended his keg to cook the pork and lamb. The fireplace out in the yard was great to keep folks warm and the coals were used to cook the 'tatties' and sweet potatoes in alfoil. A nice informal spot for the men to relax in.
Some of the guests ...
Deb seemed to dodge the camera somehow. I don't know where she got to! As the night progressed the bonfire became the centre of attention and the dying embers saw us hit the sack around 2am.
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| The birthday boy |
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| The cake. The lighted candles detracted from the cake decoration as the illumination out-dazzled the detail. The cake depicted a miniature motorbike in a country scene including road signs. |
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| The lads |
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| The Sherestons and the Readers |
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| Jim and Judy Saunders |
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| Gary and Judy - bro and sis |
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| Col and Cath English |
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| Alanna and Dave |
Happy birthday Dave.
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