Dinner Brisbane Monday 10-12-12

[digger]

All things going well I am anticipating being near Brisbane overnight 10-12-12. This is if all goes well collecting my Defender from Bundy and getting permits etc.

So I will be with a mate, and staying at my brothers house at UPPER KEDRON, looking for a cheap and easy place for tea and maybe a catch up/meet and greet with you brisbanites? (if you can bear to put up with me) if any of you are interested.

On the 10th hoping to get out of Bundy as soon as I can, down south to collect a no. 5 Richard O has been patiently holding for me and then back to Upper Kedron, Not looking for too late of a night (those who have seen me know that I am that ugly I am in need of a beauty coma).

OK open to suggestions, I know nothing at all of Queensland (except the bottom left corner that I have tribed about a mob of times in both work and private cars...)

[V8Ian]

Ferny Grove Tavern?

http://www.eatability.com.au/au/brisbane/ferny-grove-tavern/

[Bigbjorn]

Is Upper Kedron in Brisbane? Do you need a passport and a water bag to go there?

[incisor]

the edinborough castle or the stafford tavern is close

and the breakfast creek isnt that far away either :p

that's if you make it out of achmed mcdonalds farm alive!

if i can get there i will so save me a spot where ever it is you have it!

[digger]

Is Upper Kedron in Brisbane? Do you need a passport and a water bag to go there?

the map I looked at says 15-16 kms from the CBD, where I'm from thats close enough to be considered the same street...:D

[pop058]

Probably can't make dinner, but I will shout you a coffee in Bundy if you like. :)

[V8Ian]

Brian, Upper Kedron is the posh biit of Ferny Grove. A stones throw south west of the tram museum.

Inc, not to be confused with Kedron.

[digger]

Probably can't make dinner, but I will shout you a coffee in Bundy if you like. :)

oh definately!
:)

[incisor]

Inc, not to be confused with Kedron.

:angel:

all fine for me...

[The ho har's]

Bugger, Upper kedron is like you driving to Adeliade for dinner for us:(

Oh the number 5 is near us;):D


Mrs hh:angel:

[Bigbjorn]

Brian, Upper Kedron is the posh biit of Ferny Grove. A stones throw south west of the tram museum.

Inc, not to be confused with Kedron.

Posh? An outer suburb of Grovely?

[digger]

Bugger, Upper kedron is like you driving to Adeliade for dinner for us:(


Mrs hh:angel:

Sorry! I am sort of hamstrung by the timeframe and the fact I'll be on a rego permit. :(

[The ho har's]

Sorry! I am sort of hamstrung by the timeframe and the fact I'll be on a rego permit. :(


Ahhh but we have the hoist here to check everything is alright to drive back to S.A., maintance;)

Mrs hh:angel:

[Smokaharma]

Ferny Grove Tavern?

http://www.eatability.com.au/au/brisbane/ferny-grove-tavern/


I thought the ferny grove tavern was demolished to make way for the railway?




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[Debacle]

I thought the ferny grove tavern was demolished to make way for the railway?




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They are building a new one but it's not finished yet.

Best bets for somewhere close to Upper Kedron would be Gaythorne RSL or Arana Leagues Club.

[numpty]

Bugger, I'll be back there on the 12th :(

[Killer]

Hows about you come up a day earlier, and come out to Scallops place for the Slow Christmas do.:)

Cheers, Mick.

[digger]

Hows about you come up a day earlier, and come out to Scallops place for the Slow Christmas do.:)

Cheers, Mick.

Already bought the tickets,

As much as I'd love to, that means I'd be one day out getting the car, meaning 1 day out all round meaning late for work saturday if anything goes wrong at all...

Thanks though!

[Bigbjorn]

Bugger, Upper kedron is like you driving to Adeliade for dinner for us:(

Oh the number 5 is near us;):D


Mrs hh:angel:

My late mother had a set-in-concrete criterion for determining the desirability of a suburb as a place of residence. "Who'd want to live there? It's past the tram terminus." or "It's way out at tram stop 32.Why would anyone live that far out."

[UncleHo]

G'day Brian :)

Aah! but our tram stop was 29 on the Balmoral line ;) then about a 1.4 mile walk up Bennets Rd to home,29 was the Balmoral cemetry gates,I will never forget when a packed workers cable braked Dropcentre jumped the tracks and went straight up through the cemetry gates :eek: I was on the next tram after :thumbsup:


Balmoral--Ascot Doomben-Ascot Oriel Pk later routes 60 & 70 :)

And now Norman Park/Seven Hills is an inner suburb!


cheers

[UncleHo]

What about Geebung/Zillmere RSL close to rail for those without wheels or returning from work, good food at a reasonable price ample parking and nice surrounds :D

[V8Ian]

Geebung's a bit far out for anyone southside and a fair step from Upper Kedron.
Last time I ate at Gaythorn RSL it was very ordinary, the contract caters seemed more concerned with making a buck from one visit rather than repeat custom.

[digger]

Well, someone needs to make a decision as obviously I have no idea at all!!
:D

Im off to work and back about 2am SA time so hope we have some steps closer by then??

Would be good if closer to where Im staying if possible...

[incisor]

sizzlers at brookside (mitchelton) ?

[kenleyfred]

The Eatons Hill Hotel. Approx 14 km from Upper Kedron.
Claim to fame being (at the time of opening) Australia's largest pub. The only venue in QLD with more beer taps is Suncorp Stadium.
Good food too.

[V8Ian]

Arana Leagues Club, as central as you're likely to get within reasonable distance of Digger's digs.

CONTACT US (http://www.aranaleagues.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=39&Itemid=65)

We should book or warn them of a large party.

Attendee list:

V8Ian x 1


(Add to.)

[Blknight.aus]

you could do it at my place...

[V8Ian]

you could do it at my place...
Would suit me Dave, but it's a bit far for a Croweater to find in the dark. :D

[Blknight.aus]

yeah, cause I didnt pay attention and was looking at the karralee map on google maps....

I could probably arrange it as

"If you want your sticker you're coming to my place for dinner."

[Bigbjorn]

G'day Brian :)

Aah! but our tram stop was 29 on the Balmoral line ;) then about a 1.4 mile walk up Bennets Rd to home,29 was the Balmoral cemetry gates,I will never forget when a packed workers cable braked Dropcentre jumped the tracks and went straight up through the cemetry gates :eek: I was on the next tram after :thumbsup:


Balmoral--Ascot Doomben-Ascot Oriel Pk later routes 60 & 70 :)

And now Norman Park/Seven Hills is an inner suburb!


cheers

Hi Ho. I would have thought you would have left the tram at Galloway's Hill and walked down Agnew St. to the Ho House in D'Arcy Rd. Or would you have been a Seven Hills trolley bus user?

[Bigbjorn]

There is an Irish bar and restaurant on Samford Rd. called Finn McCool's or something similar. It is pretty good and closer to Upper Kedron.

[V8Ian]

There is an Irish bar and restaurant on Samford Rd. called Finn McCool's or something similar. It is pretty good and closer to Upper Kedron.
I can't find it on Google Brian, it may have been a bar in the defunct Ferny Grove Tavern.

[The ho har's]

Oh dear..I can see digger getting confused right now, where not, to meet, just as well we have stayed with him, he knows us intimately ;) :o:D

Would realy love to see you again digger, but it is really way too far the other of town for us:(

Mrs hh:angel:

[V8Ian]

Back to plan C 1.6...........Arana Leagues?

[Bigbjorn]

I can't find it on Google Brian, it may have been a bar in the defunct Ferny Grove Tavern.

No, it is in a small shopping mall with another restaurant next to it and the old quarry behind. I was there three weeks ago. Didn't take note of the name unfortunately. On the LH outbound.

EDIT- found it on google. It is called Finnigan's Chin, 577 Settlement Rd. , Cnr Samford Rd. Keperra. Price and quality were quite acceptable.

[V8Ian]

Are you coming Brian?

[digger]

so are we any closer to a venue??

may have to resort to a maccas the way its looking!! :D

If its not unreasonable distance wise Im open to somewhere else if thats what is needed?

cheers

[UncleHo]

Yeah! are you coming to the knees-up Brian, Do you think the County will get that far :D

Might even wear my UH gear ;)

[Ralph1Malph]

I'll step in here.:p
I live in Ferny Hills..near Upper Kedron and Ferny Grove....let's get something straight, right from the get go.:mad:
Upper Kedron is a Mc suburb. 680m2 blocks, narrow eaves, traffic calming streets. That does not make it 'posh'! That makes it passe.:cool:

Ferny Hills on the other hand is different. In real estate terms, Ferny Hills is the 'Heights' with Ferny Grove the 'flats'.:D

The FG tavern has indeed been demolished so the punter from Ferny Grove can park their cars to go to work in the city:mad:.

A new one is being built about 150m away from the old:D.

I'll have a beer with you Digger and anyone else that wants to for that matter.

Finn McCools indeed is real close to Upper Kedron and also has other food joints in the same precinct. Fush&Chups, Pizza, Subway, Indian, etc.

A few km away is the Samford tavern which has a reasonably priced menu based on large chunks of beef and a nostalic original bar from last century.

You need to be a guest of a member to go in the Arana leagues club.

If all are meeting somewhere else, I can be flexible.

Cheers

Let me know.

Ralph:D:D:D

[V8Ian]

OK let's pull this together. If the Leagues Club requires membership make it Finnigan's Chin, 577 Settlement Rd. , Cnr Samford Rd. Keperra.
Who's in?

V8Ian X 1

Quote and add if you are coming, I'll reserve a table for 18.00 hours.

[Ralph1Malph]

OK let's pull this together. If the Leagues Club requires membership make it Finnigan's Chin, 577 Settlement Rd. , Cnr Samford Rd. Keperra.
Who's in?

V8Ian X 1
Ralph1Malph X 2

Quote and add if you are coming, I'll reserve a table for 18.00 hours.

Me and missus

[dullbird]

I'll reserve a table for 18.00 hours.

your going to reserve the table for 18 hours how long is this bloody dinner:D

[V8Ian]

your going to reserve the table for 18 hours how long is this bloody dinner:D
That's enough out of you! I'm already disapointed that you and Ian couldn't make the effort. :p

[Mick_Marsh]

your going to reserve the table for 18 hours how long is this bloody dinner:D
Takes him that much time to eat the entrée.
Whatever you do, don't let him order a main.

[V8Ian]

Takes him that much time to eat the entrée.
Whatever you do, don't let him order a main.
I wonder if they do Irish lasange as a main. ;)

[dullbird]

I wonder if they do Irish lasange as a main. ;)

as long as an Irish lasagne is liquefied so it doesn't play havoc with the denture cream:p

Hey I would of come!!!!! but Ian is drying his hair that night!!!:D

[Mick_Marsh]

I'll drop in on my way back from the days work in Canada.
There is a train station nearby, isn't there?

[V8Ian]

as long as an Irish lasagne is liquefied so it doesn't play havoc with the denture cream:p

Hey I would of come!!!!! but Ian is drying his hair that night!!!:D
OI! All me teef is me own. :D

[V8Ian]

I'll drop in on my way back from the days work in Canada.
There is a train station nearby, isn't there?
Ferny Grove, end of the line so it's easy for you Mick. :p

[hodgo]

As digger has to pick up the No5 trailer from the south side he will be very close to a large group of us and accessible to the Gold Coast members if any one wants to say hello to him, so we on the south side could all meet at Fitzy's hotel at Loganholme I can get the courtesy bus. for a coffee and chat.
He could them join the north side members at a place of their choice Its just a matter of working the times out and staying with an organiser. Those from the outback areas (Ipswich) then have an option of north or south.
All those that agree please stand be counted

Hodgo

[incisor]

he is going to be going well getting it all done in a day as it is :p

bundy -> southern south side is a 5+ hr journey with the road works that are on the go at the moment, i think you will find, unless he packs a set of wings.

longer if he cops a few vans south of maryborough thru to gympie...

what time you land in bundy digger?

yell if you need a coffee break on the way thru digger, i am near the bribie island turnoff....

[pop058]

Damn, my offer of coffee in Bundy sounds simple by contrast. :p

[hodgo]

he is going to be going well getting it all done in a day as it is :p

bundy -> southern south side is a 5+ hr journey with the road works that are on the go at the moment, i think you will find, unless he packs a set of wings.

longer if he cops a few vans south of maryborough thru to gympie...

what time you land in bundy digger?

yell if you need a coffee break on the way thru digger, i am near the bribie island turnoff....


Yes Dave I am well aware of the time involved. Mine is only a suggestion that may work if time allows and could benefit all including Digger. He has to drive past Fitz'y going to and from Richard's

[incisor]

wasnt directed at you in particular cliff

more a general statement on how busy he is going to be as it is

[Bigbjorn]

Are you coming Brian?

Still thinking about it. Off-peak it takes me 40-45 minutes. An 1800 booking means an hour of solid peak hour traffic from my place to Keperra.

[UncleHo]

I'm flexibe,'have "Landrover-Will-Travel" :D:D;)

[hodgo]

wasnt directed at you in particular cliff

more a general statement on how busy he is going to be as it is


Thats ok Dave, I think you have miss read where I was trying to come from I was speaking from what I see as a possable way ??? around a difficult situation in pleasing as many as possable in a very limited window of time.
Cliff.

[V8Ian]

Leave after lunch, tour the tram museum arrive at 6.00pm. ;)
I only quoted 6.00 as a starting time, a later arrival would be totally acceptable.

[Bigbjorn]

OK, I will arrive later, 6.30 or thereabouts.

Keep Ho away from the drink and the microphone.

[Richard O]

Lucky no light bulbs being changed....

R

[digger]

OK, I give notice here that,
tommorrow (Fri) at 6pm I am working a N shift to 0230,
then I have cricket all day sat, 2 1/2 hrs away (browns well) then 2 1/2 hrs back to start work again at 1800,
then (all going well) Im off to adelaide and
Sunday leave Adel 0955 (so have to be there 45 mins prior)

As such I shan't be checking my computer much if at all.
If we can work something out so I know where I need to be and when it would be great..


cheers!
Digger

[123rover50]

Hi Digger.
I have a 86 bonnet for Uncle Arthur. We were wondering if I gave it to you in Gympie how close to Tassie could you get it.
I dont know your route so may not be feasible.

Keith

[V8Ian]

Finnigan's Chin, 577 Settlement Rd. , Cnr Samford Rd. Keperra.
Who's in?

V8Ian X 1
Ralph1Malph X 2
BrianH X ?
Digger X ?

I'll phone for a resavation this afternoon.

[digger]

Hi Digger.
I have a 86 bonnet for Uncle Arthur. We were wondering if I gave it to you in Gympie how close to Tassie could you get it.
I dont know your route so may not be feasible.

Keith

Kieth,
I wont have the trailer on until Brisbane on return journey so I dont reckon I can help you, Im pretty sure the minister for war and finance (my mrs) would declare open and unmitigated warfare if I brought it home scarred up!

[digger]

Finnigan's Chin, 577 Settlement Rd. , Cnr Samford Rd. Keperra.
Who's in?

V8Ian X 1
Ralph1Malph X 2
BrianH X ?
Digger X 2

I'll phone for a resavation this afternoon.

thanks

[Dave_S]

Ferny Grove Tavern?

Ferny Grove Tavern, Brisbane (http://www.eatability.com.au/au/brisbane/ferny-grove-tavern/)

FYI, the Ferny Grove Tavern was demolished to make way for redevelopment of the Ferny Grove railway station. It's being rebuilt as part of the redevelopment, but it won't be open for many months yet.

[Mick_Marsh]

Hi Digger.
I have a 86 bonnet for Uncle Arthur. We were wondering if I gave it to you in Gympie how close to Tassie could you get it.
I dont know your route so may not be feasible.

Keith
Give it to V8Ian for his next jaunt to Melbourne.
I can hang on to it until someone goes across in the ferry. It might be me. I wouldn't mind a trip overseas.

[Bigbjorn]

A few km away is the Samford tavern which has a reasonably priced menu based on large chunks of beef and a nostalic original bar from last century.

Ralph:D:D:D

how long since you have been to the Samford? It has just about the most expensive pub steaks in Brisbane (if you consider Samford to be in Brisbane). All their meals are expensive.

[123rover50]

Kieth,
I wont have the trailer on until Brisbane on return journey so I dont reckon I can help you, Im pretty sure the minister for war and finance (my mrs) would declare open and unmitigated warfare if I brought it home scarred up!

Thanks Digger. No problem, have a good trip.
We will try AULRO courier service later.
Keith

[V8Ian]

how long since you have been to the Samford? It has just about the most expensive pub steaks in Brisbane (if you consider Samford to be in Brisbane). All their meals are expensive.
Hence the reason it wasn't mentioned by me Brian, apart from the distance for us less intrepid folk. ;)

[V8Ian]

Blknight, are you coming? You're welcome to travel with me if only you, otherwise Moggill ferry ($1.85) or Mt Crosby Rd and Gap Creek Rd would be the best route. The ferry wil not be running on the way home.

[V8Ian]

Finnigan's Chin Keperra > Home (http://www.ourhotels.com.au/finniganschinkeperra/)

[V8Ian]

Table 8, inside (air con for Digger) 18.00hrs on.

[Mick_Marsh]

Table 8, inside (air con for Digger) 18.00hrs on.
Ah! the infamous "table 8" again.

[V8Ian]

A coincidence that slipped past me, I hope it's at least as enjoyable. I won't have to catch a tram thankfully. :D

[Mick_Marsh]

Remember the golden rule
"What happens on table 8 stays on table 8."

Oh, and the other rule
"It didn't happen without pictures."

[UncleHo]

G'day Folks :)

You can add me into V8Ian's list of attendies :D


cheers

[zulu Delta 534]

Hope he books a larger table as when I messaged him earlier we were 7 & 8 so it looks like some one will have to share a chair.
Regards
Glen

[V8Ian]

Hope he books a larger table as when I messaged him earlier we were 7 & 8 so it looks like some one will have to share a chair.
Regards
Glen
It's OK Glen we can fit everyone in, even if Ho has to sit on Brian's lap. ;)

[Bigbjorn]

It's OK Glen we can fit everyone in, even if Ho has to sit on Brian's lap. ;)

Ian, I just tossed a coin for the honour and you won.

[Ralph1Malph]

See you all there.
I looking forward to meeting those of you who I have never met.

Cheers
Ralph

[UncleHo]

Oi! I ain't sitting on nobody's lap, even if I have to supply my chair :eek::D

[V8Ian]

Ian, I just tossed a coin for the honour and you won.
So that was you I heard call out "Heads I win, tails you lose."? :D

[Blknight.aus]

Blknight, are you coming? You're welcome to travel with me if only you, otherwise Moggill ferry ($1.85) or Mt Crosby Rd and Gap Creek Rd would be the best route. The ferry wil not be running on the way home.


much as I'd love to Im flat out trying to get ontop of the jobs that the environment and my stupidity have forced me to delay.

(dont kick your house without steel caps not even in the steps)

[digger]

Rolled into Brissy and out to Bundy yesterday
arriving abt 6:30. Pop058 met us at the edge
of town and sorted us out. Then to a nice
nearby restaurant for some al fresco dining with
Mr & Mrs "Pop"!.

A really nice tea with great company, Thanks for
everything youve done Paul!

Now just waiting for "my dealer" to open!

Digger

[digger]

Running late. be thede by 7

[Ralph1Malph]

Running late. be thede by 7

So we still meeting at 6pm or shall we delay?

Ralph

[V8Ian]

What a wonderful night with charming company. Sorry I can't elaborate, what happened at table eight stays at table eight. ;)

Stay with six Ralph. :p

[digger]

Thanks guys had a great time and fantastic to meet
you all-- We wouldve stayed longer but... well we'll stay with what happens on table 8 stays on table 8. and anyway I think theyll drop the charges:angel:

[V8Ian]

Thanks guys had a great time and fantastic to meet
you all-- We wouldve stayed longer but... well we'll stay with what happens on table 8 stays on table 8. and anyway I think theyll drop the charges:angel:
I hope so, for Patsy's sake. :nazilock:

[dullbird]

LMAO

[zulu Delta 534]

Patsy tells me that she was a bit worried about the bloke on the next table, apparently he was winking a lot just before he fell backwards.
Was a good night, most enjoyable.
Regards
Glen

[Ralph1Malph]

Was indeed a great evening.
Unfortunately I had to leave early to collect a travelling Son but it was great to put faces to names:):D:p
The table 8 secret is safe with me.

Cheers
Ralph

[UncleHo]

I too, had a great evening :D and yes, what happened at table 8 :eek: -----stayed at table 8 :D

[incisor]

I too, had a great evening :D and yes, what happened at table 8 :eek: -----stayed at table 8 :D

sounds like a group self love session gone bad :D:D:D:D:D:angel:

good to see it was a good night, am miffed i had to work... dam customers....