In Melbourne on trip 19th -23rd.

[digger]

Myself and my family are going to be in Melbourne after our trip through the snow.. Dont have a lot planned as yet although I believe SAT night is booked for a 40th. That makes sun morning a slow start :D

Have kids, boys 14 & 10 and daughter 7 with us..

Any suggestions?
we will be visiting the fairy penguins in Philip Island..
doing a trip to the museum
also going to a horrible histories stageshow ??!!

staying in packingham..(I think thats it) and trying not to break the (very meagre) bank!!!

[flyinglandrover]

Recently did a couple of laneway tours in the CBD, pretty good and not that expensive! I will talk to the boss and get details

[gromit]

Myself and my family are going to be in Melbourne after our trip through the snow.. Dont have a lot planned as yet although I believe SAT night is booked for a 40th. That makes sun morning a slow start :D

Have kids, boys 14 & 10 and daughter 7 with us..

Any suggestions?
we will be visiting the fairy penguins in Philip Island..
doing a trip to the museum
also going to a horrible histories stageshow ??!!

staying in packingham..(I think thats it) and trying not to break the (very meagre) bank!!!


Maybe Pakenham you're stopping at ?
If so, you can head out of Melbourne to Moe and there is a collection of old buildings, vehicles etc. called Old Gippstown. Went there a few weeks ago and the kids enjoyed it. It's a bit run down but some interesting stuff there (including a Stanley Steamer), restaurant was good & reasonably priced. Entry costs were reasonable.

Coal Creek is another similar setup in Korumburra. Old buildings re-located years ago but this is a bit more run down than Old Gippstown. This one is free.

If you're going to Philip Island there is a wildlife park just before you get to Cowes on the LHS. It's quite run down but you do get to feed kangaroos, wallabies etc. and reasonably priced.
There is also the Koala Park and Churchill Island. I think the homestead on Churchill Island is the oldest homestead in Victoria. It's well signed as you get onto Philip Island and there is a bridge over to Churchill.
If you are going to see the penguins it will be bloody cold, it might be worth checking how many penguins are coming in at night before paying $20 per head to sit on a cold beach in the dark......

If it's Pakenham and you have a free hour or so PM me and you can check out my small collection of Land Rovers (I'm a short drive away). I do have to collect another at some point this weekend but should be around.

Enjoy.



Colin

[Ranga]

go to the AFL - what could beat that?!

[Pickles2]

If you've got some time at Phillip Island, You could check out the Motor Racing Museum at the Circuit, but the best thing I've seen at Phillip Island is the Vietnam Vets Museum.....it is simply BRILLIANT....would have to be the VERY BEST in AUS.
Cheers, Pickles.

[muddy]

how about a visit to Aldi:D:o:) :wasntme:

LOL

[rangieman]

Veitnam Vet Museum :thumbsup: Go earlier than the penquins tho;)

[flyinglandrover]

Have a look at this website

Melbourne Walking Tours with MELTours (http://www.meltours.com.au/)

Also Fort Nepean and the Quarantine Station are pretty interesting!

[V8Ian]

Is Luna Park still operating at St Kilda? The kids would love that.

[gromit]

Veitnam Vet Museum :thumbsup: Go earlier than the penquins tho;)

Forgot the Vietnam Vet's museum. Kids enjoyed it but the wife wasn't happy about the amount of time I spent looking at their Land Rovers.
https://www.vietnamvetsmuseum.org/

Colin

[Pickles2]

If you've got some time at Phillip Island, You could check out the Motor Racing Museum at the Circuit, but the best thing I've seen at Phillip Island is the Vietnam Vets Museum.....it is simply BRILLIANT....would have to be the VERY BEST in AUS.
Cheers, Pickles.
I see you've got boys 14 & 10.....Mate, they will LOVE the stuff in there...Helicopters, Aircraft, Weapons.....and there's also a great little cafe there.
Cheers, Pickles.

[Chops]

Hey Digger,,
Good chance to meet a few of us locals :D.
When you get here, we should organise a "get together" and have a drink, and food even ;). Can do a restaurant/pub whatever.
We're off to Albury on Saturday, but will be back Sunday arvo, so could do Sunday (?) or Monday night.

Not far from where you'll be staying is Gumbuya Park too. Haven't been there myself, but understand its not too bad ;-
Gumbuya Park – Have a great day out! (http://www.gumbuya.com.au/)

You'll see a huge difference in the scenery down this way, and its certainly very beautiful in the Gippsland area. There are great views overlooking Western Port Bay (Phillip Is) from an area just above Kilcunda, but probably a bit hard to find, but the town is right on the coast road and also has good views of the ocean, not a bad pub either;-
Kilcunda Ocean View Hotel, KILCUNDA, VIC | Pub info @ Publocation (http://publocation.com.au/pubs/vic/kilcunda/kilcunda-ocean-view-hotel)

Anyway dude, whatever you get up to, have a good trip, have fun, enjoy the snow and be safe.

[digger]

how about a visit to Aldi:D:o:) :wasntme:

LOL

This was purely a spiteful post Muddy!!!:p:p

I refer you to the rules about "the store that must not be named"..


(but yeah may have a look.... you know just research, not for me or anything)

[digger]

Hey Digger,,
Good chance to meet a few of us locals :D.
When you get here, we should organise a "get together" and have a drink, and food even ;). Can do a restaurant/pub whatever.
We're off to Albury on Saturday, but will be back Sunday arvo, so could do Sunday (?) or Monday night.

Not far from where you'll be staying is Gumbuya Park too. Haven't been there myself, but understand its not too bad ;-
Gumbuya Park – Have a great day out! (http://www.gumbuya.com.au/)

You'll see a huge difference in the scenery down this way, and its certainly very beautiful in the Gippsland area. There are great views overlooking Western Port Bay (Phillip Is) from an area just above Kilcunda, but probably a bit hard to find, but the town is right on the coast road and also has good views of the ocean, not a bad pub either;-
Kilcunda Ocean View Hotel, KILCUNDA, VIC | Pub info @ Publocation (http://publocation.com.au/pubs/vic/kilcunda/kilcunda-ocean-view-hotel)

Anyway dude, whatever you get up to, have a good trip, have fun, enjoy the snow and be safe.

The dinner sounds good, but I'll have to check with the boss for date and time.. Will only have my mobile to communicate with on the interweb so
bear with me..

I will keep checking in and out of this thread. cheers!

[DieselDan]

go to the AFL - what could beat that?!

If you're at the 'G and the kids are remotely sporty, the national sport museum and MCG tour is pretty good. Not too exxy either!

[digger]

Passing thru Mildura... And was snubbed by MALLEEFOWL!!

Well Im not sure she saw us she was towing a trailer thru a crowded carpark

That was us tooting!! :D

meanwhile tea near pakenham on tues or wed night sounds good

suggestions?

[Rohan]

If you want something in Melbourne , try the eureka tower & sky deck, I haven't been up myself but I hear the views are awesome and the sky deck is 99% guaranteed to scare the crap out of your kids :D
Nearby are the aquarium and city circle tram so you can easily chew up a full day.

[V8Ian]

Remember, it has to be table 8. ;)

[alien]

I've been watching and was going to offer to do a Sunday off road trip for your clan.
Being that your accommodation is @90mins away it may not work for you after the Saturday do.
However if your up for a drive Sunday we could do BBQ lunch followed by a run into Wombat.
I thought maybe a finish at one of our local pubs for dinner.
I'm sure a few on the west of Melb would join us.
It would make for a late night by the time you get back to your digs though.
If your interested I'm only a PM away.

[digger]

I've been watching and was going to offer to do a Sunday off road trip for your clan.
Being that your accommodation is @90mins away it may not work for you after the Saturday do.
However if your up for a drive Sunday we could do BBQ lunch followed by a run into Wombat.
I thought maybe a finish at one of our local pubs for dinner.
I'm sure a few on the west of Melb would join us.
It would make for a late night by the time you get back to your digs though.
If your interested I'm only a PM away.

Thanks mate. will check whats on and reply here.. may not be able to get much 4wd in
but will see.. kids doing 10.5 hrs in car now to Bright so may not. jumpvat more!

[alien]

Thanks mate. will check whats on and reply here.. may not be able to get much 4wd in
but will see.. kids doing 10.5 hrs in car now to Bright so may not. jumpvat more!
Tell the now not so little rug rats that I'll walk them into the side of a hill.
I'll also let them taste some of the freshest spring water in Victoria;)

I was thinking of a quick run past some mineral springs, gold mine sites with a few medium low range tracks on the way.
Even doable in a Nissan if need be:p

[d2dave]

Not far from where you'll be staying is Gumbuya Park too. Haven't been there myself, but understand its not too bad ;-
Gumbuya Park – Have a great day out! (http://www.gumbuya.com.au/)

I have been there back in the ninety's with the family and we had a great time. Place I would recommend.

As for Malleefowl, I know her well and she must have missed you.

Where are you going to see snow?

[digger]

I have been there back in the ninety's with the family and we had a great time. Place I would recommend.

As for Malleefowl, I know her well and she must have missed you.

Where are you going to see snow?

I know that Malleefowl wouldnt snub us I was just stirring!

We are at FALLS CREEK and Iam also asking where we might see snow!!! :(

That said the kids are having fun anyway!

I have been told the Packenham Hotel is good.. is that ok for a mon or tues night tea or
is it too far?? (Remember i have no idea of distance road etc etc...

If Ok Ill check that they are good for tucker and if ok book a table..or a phone box :)


So is p.htl ok or whats better and mon or tues better?

[Chops]

Pakenham pubs good, we there a couple of months ago,, nice feed indeed,, :D
If you choose Tuesday night, Leeanne can come too, she's working Monday night :(.

[digger]

Pakenham pubs good, we there a couple of months ago,, nice feed indeed,, :D
If you choose Tuesday night, Leeanne can come too, she's working Monday night :(.

Done. Paki pub at 6pm Tues night

[rangieman]

Done. Paki pub at 6pm Tues night

I have to ask which pub in Pakenham as there is 3 and 4 If you count racers (club) :cool:
Im guessing you all mean the old one on the Highway On the corner of Toomuc Valley Road ?

[Homestar]

If I'm working over at Dandenong on Tuesday, I might drop in for tea at the pub if no one minds? I'll be in my work clobber and driving a Commodore though...:D

[digger]

I have to ask which pub in Pakenham as there is 3 and 4 If you count racers (club) :cool:
Im guessing you all mean the old one on the Highway On the corner of Toomuc Valley Road ?

I believe its the pakenham hotel.. someone called it the glasshouse?

Main street pakenham. thinking 6.30 for 7 tea ..if i can get
ideas of numbers ill book fri mid arvo.

and i dont care how you are dressed.. so long as you are
dressed! I will of course ask for table 8!

Cheers

[DieselDan]

Hey Digger,
I'll be still over Geelong way on Tue eve, so won't be able to come over and meet some more forum-ites:(
Have a good eve and I hope you've enjoyed Melbourne and surrounds!

Dan

[rangieman]

I believe its the pakenham hotel.. someone called it the glasshouse?

Main street pakenham. thinking 6.30 for 7 tea ..if i can get
ideas of numbers ill book fri mid arvo.

and i dont care how you are dressed.. so long as you are
dressed! I will of course ask for table 8!

Cheers

If your quoting the one in the main street it,s the one beside the train track count me in

[disco 3 door]

Sorry Guys & Gals will have to miss this one. Make it easier Digger with only one of the Brothers Grim to contend with.;););)

[Mick_Marsh]

I believe its the pakenham hotel.. someone called it the glasshouse?

Main street pakenham. thinking 6.30 for 7 tea ..if i can get
ideas of numbers ill book fri mid arvo.

and i dont care how you are dressed.. so long as you are
dressed! I will of course ask for table 8!

Cheers
Is it too late to amend the booking?
I'll be turning up with two others.

[d2dave]

We are at FALLS CREEK and Iam also asking where we might see snow!!! :(

Jeez. If it gets any bloody colder I reckon you might get some at Pakenham.

I heard that some junior footy was cancelled at Ballarat this morning because of snow.

[Chops]

We will definately be there :D

Gav, give me a ring, you can come to our place when your finished work and freshen up if you like before heading to the pub, and Mick, likewise for you too :D

0411 804904

[Mick_Marsh]

Just saw where Pakenham is.
I'll need some freshening up by the time I get there.

[Chops]

Just saw where Pakenham is.
I'll need some freshening up by the time I get there.

Dude,,, I hate to say it, but your going to need freshening up by the time you get to Melbourne, let alone Pakenham ;)

Leeannes laughing too at that one :wasntme:

See you when I'm looking at you sir :D

[rangieman]

We will definately be there :D

Gav, give me a ring, you can come to our place when your finished work and freshen up if you like before heading to the pub, and Mick, likewise for you too :D

0411 804904

And my invite might aswell make it the trifector:p

[digger]

Table 8 booked 6:30 for 7.. no rush though!

booked 10 but they can add asmuch as needed will ring with updated numbers mon night

they seem pretty niceits a red brick pub on corner near a r.about and a r.way line.

pm me if you want mymobile just in case. looking forward to meeting some and re meeting others! (Even if its only half the twins!) :)

Been with kids to melb itself and to carribean mkts today.. strewth..huge!

Cant getmy head around how big melb is... didnt realise how far from everyone this is..sorry should have picked more central spot!

Cheers!
Digger Nay andclan

[V8Ian]

Have you been to the store that shan't be mentioned Digger? :angel:

[digger]

Have you been to the store that shan't be mentioned Digger? :angel:

I have been told by the Minister for War and Fianance that
we ARE going today!!

Much anticipation....what bargain must be within?

I 'spose I will lupdate that thread with results! :)

[V8Ian]

https://www.aldi.com.au/en/special-buys/

[digger]

Jusr rocked u to the National Vietnam Veterans Museum tp find
that out of holiday times it isnt open on a Tuesday. This didnt
occur to me as I rang a few weeks ago and spoke to people
there on a Tuesday.. (but it was Vic hols then!)

Very disappointing as this was all I really wanted to see this tri.
Even worse because itis my own fault!

[Pickles2]

Bummer!!!...How many times has that happened to me....I go somewhere to see something......only to find it's closed for some reason when I get there.....I hope there's other things on the Island for you to enjoy.
Cheers, Pickles.

[gromit]

Jusr rocked u to the National Vietnam Veterans Museum tp find
that out of holiday times it isnt open on a Tuesday. This didnt
occur to me as I rang a few weeks ago and spoke to people
there on a Tuesday.. (but it was Vic hols then!)

Very disappointing as this was all I really wanted to see this tri.
Even worse because itis my own fault!

I'll see if I can find some photos from a couple of years ago and post them up.

Here they are :-
Not quite the same as going there (and from 2008).

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/07/385.jpg (http://s1245.photobucket.com/user/cradley/media/Stuff/DSCF3859_zps26ef95ae.jpg.html)

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/07/386.jpg (http://s1245.photobucket.com/user/cradley/media/Stuff/DSCF3883_zps40d62b1e.jpg.html)

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/07/387.jpg (http://s1245.photobucket.com/user/cradley/media/Stuff/DSCF3865_zps2c3277ee.jpg.html)

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/07/388.jpg (http://s1245.photobucket.com/user/cradley/media/Stuff/DSCF3887_zpsad5a9a93-1.jpg.html)

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/07/389.jpg (http://s1245.photobucket.com/user/cradley/media/Stuff/DSCF3889_zpsd631924f.jpg.html)


Colin

[digger]

Im told freeway is jammed? anyway we r here and have
table 8!!

If anyone needs it my mobile is 0409 three double26I4.

Had fun today at philip isl anyway..
And visited the store that wontbe named!

Cheers!

[rangieman]

Great night had by all , Nice to meet Digger and family Thanks for the invite :twobeers::thumbsup:

[Mick_Marsh]

Just got home.
Good food & good company makes for a great evening.
Ah, the infamous "table 8".
Remember, what happens at table 8 stays at table 8. I think we'll all be comfortable with that.

[Homestar]

Yep, good food and good company. Have a safe trip home guys. Hope the sun actually shines on your next visit to Vic.:)

[disco 3 door]

Thanks all for a great night. Good food, god company & plenty of laughs. Safe trip home Digger.:D:D:D

[digger]

A great night thanks folks!!

Yes what happens at t8 stays at t8 but
im sure that hair wont grow back the same!!!

Got Bear tinted today :) and spent today at science
Works... kids (& us) loved it.. thanks guys

off to violet town tomorrow then bendigo and ballerat
next night then home

[Chops]

Yes a top night it was indeed. Thanks everyone.
Thanks for all the good conversation and company guys/gals. The food was good, I came out bloated :angel: I know, I shouldn't have had the desert ;).
Glad you enjoyed the Science Works :D

Tinted windows ehh,, well now we wont be able to see you waving when you drive by :eek: How are we going to know if you've seen us or not :confused:

Good luck with the rest of your trip, and don't forget, whenever your over this way,, call in :D

[d2dave]

off to violet town tomorrow then bendigo and ballerat
next night then home


If time permits, Bendigo is only 26 Km further via my place. You are welcome for a meet and greet, plus morning tea, lunch or arvo tea, depending what time you are heading this direction.

[Pickles2]

If you're going to Violet Town, you could go just a little further North & visit Glenrowan the site of the Ned kelly "Siege"...all of the interesting "historical" sites are close together & clearly marked.....there's also an excellent "Sound & Light" show if you had the time.
Cheers, Pickles.

[d2dave]

If you're going to Violet Town, you could go just a little further North & visit Glenrowan the site of the Ned kelly "Siege"...all of the interesting "historical" sites are close together & clearly marked.....there's also an excellent "Sound & Light" show if you had the time.
Cheers, Pickles.

Don't go to the sound and light show. Biggest rip off of all time. I went there about 12 years ago and I don't think it has changed.

I think Ned Kelly is still alive. The owner of this joke stealing our money.

Nightmare at Ned Kelly (http://www.australiantraveller.com/post/nightmare-at-ned-kellys-last-stand/)

[digger]

If you're going to Violet Town, you could go just a little further North & visit Glenrowan the site of the Ned kelly "Siege"...all of the interesting "historical" sites are close together & clearly marked.....there's also an excellent "Sound & Light" show if you had the time.
Cheers, Pickles.

Due to my profession I wont be going anywhere that glorifies
a cop killer.. I know others think otherwise but thats my thoughts. The Mrs
& kids went to some thing there years ago & I had a nice time drinkingcoffee
across the road. : )

[digger]

If time permits, Bendigo is only 26 Km further via my place. You are welcome for a meet and greet, plus morning tea, lunch or arvo tea, depending what time you are heading this direction.

May take you up on that.. would be great to meet you,
looking to leave VT around 1030.. will PM you just in case

Cheers!!

[muddy]

Good to see you had a good trip mate

how many ks on the bear now --due for a service

keep safe

[UncleHo]

Yes,The Mudd's "Black Maria" is getting close to 20K since February ;)

[Mick_Marsh]

Hey Digger, I hope you enjoyed today's sunshine.

Good job you had the windows tinted.

[disco 3 door]

Hey Digger, I hope you enjoyed today's sunshine.

Good job you had the windows tinted.
Only problem Mick, it was raining at Ballarat at 3.00 am.

[Mick_Marsh]

Only problem Mick, it was raining at Ballarat at 3.00 am.
Raining! The weather has improved. Last I heard, it was snowing.

[d2dave]

Only problem Mick, it was raining at Ballarat at 3.00 am.


Not according to the weather bureau. Until 5.30 pm today no rain today in Ballarat.

http://www.bom.gov.au/products/IDV60801/IDV60801.94852.shtml

[Mick_Marsh]

Not according to the weather bureau. Until 5.30 pm today no rain today in Ballarat.

Latest Weather Observations Ballarat (http://www.bom.gov.au/products/IDV60801/IDV60801.94852.shtml)
That site has recorded rainfall between 5:00am and 9:00am.

[d2dave]

That site has recorded rainfall between 5:00am and 9:00am.

This means no rain today. Official rainfall is measured from 9.00 am to 9.00 am. So rain up till 9.00 am today is yesterdays rain.

[Mick_Marsh]

This means no rain today. Official rainfall is measured from 9.00 am to 9.00 am. So rain up till 9.00 am today is yesterdays rain.
You need to read other peoples posts with greater comprehension, Disco 3 Door posted it was raining at 3:00am. Past tense. As today ends tomorrow at 9:00am it must have been yesterday.

[d2dave]

My bad. I did not see the am. Probably saw it, but it did not register, due to the fact that Digger was not due in Ballarat until tonight.

[V8Ian]

Mick, that's the third table eight you've you've attended, you must be the head troublemaker now. :p

[V8Ian]

A great night thanks folks!!

Yes what happens at t8 stays at t8 but
im sure that hair wont grow back the same!!!

Got Bear tinted today :) and spent today at science
Works... kids (& us) loved it.. thanks guys

off to violet town tomorrow then bendigo and ballerat
next night then home

I bet the tattoo won't fade in a hurry either. :o

[disco 3 door]

Iwas on the phone to mate at 3.00am this morning & it was raining. Weather did not look flash at1.45 am.

[Chops]

Mick, that's the third table eight you've you've attended, you must be the head troublemaker now. :p

You bet,, and then he tries to blame the Vic's for it all :angel:

[Mick_Marsh]

Mick, that's the third table eight you've you've attended,
Three that you know of.

you must be the head troublemaker now. :p
It's a cross someone has to bear. I bear it so you don't have to.

Oh, for those that are interested, I found a replacement bumper and it's on the car now with the numberplate.

[digger]

Had a great day today.
Called in to TATURA and met Dave ,Sharon, James ,Rocky and Timmy
Timmy and Jess! Had a nice lunch and chat and I believe have
made some new friends! Thanks guys!

Later we went to the Bendigo Wool Mill shop and
now the Minister for War and Finance is happy!

Driven thru to Ballarat and do SovHill and later the light show
... we did say its a tour up hill and down dale but some
beaut countryside and nice people (contrary to what Iantold
us about Victorians! ::twisted::

[d2dave]

Had a great day today.
Called in to TATURA and met Dave ,Sharon, James ,Rocky and Timmy
Timmy and Jess! Had a nice lunch and chat and I believe have
made some new friends! Thanks guys!

We thoroughly enjoyed your company. It was a pity that it was so short.

You are more than welcome back here any time.

[digger]

Spent today at Sov Hill.. Great day. tonight had tea at
Sov Hill and then went to sound & light show called BLOOD ON THE
SOUTHERN CROSS.. I was dubious about this showbut I now
wholeheartedly recommend it to all. Very well done!

Cheers

[d2dave]

I have been to Sovereign Hill which I thought was good, especially if you have kids. Have never got around to doing "Blood On The Southern Cross" though.

I have heard it is a very good show and it is good to see that you enjoyed it.