"Avondale"

Avondale is the 102 Field Workshop Reunion Newsletter published by Ian Beveridge in conjunction with Ron Mahoney, Geoff Kohler and Noel Lake.

Contact one of the above if you would like to contribute an article; their details are in the Contacts List.

Also we have set up an e-mail link that can be used to contact us at anytime for items for the Newsletter or enquiries or suggestions for Avondale reunions.

If you can help out with the cost of the mail out it would be very much appreciated. Contact Noel Lake.

Thank you to all those who have made contributions.

OTHER ISSUES

1. February 2001
2. August 2001
3. March 2005
4. August 2005

"Avondale" Contacts

• Queensland
  - Bob Church - 07 5428 1236
• New South Wales - Ian Beveridge - 02 4626 6173
• Victoria North West Country
  - Noel Lake - 03 5456 9246
• Victoria South Gippsland
  - Ron Mahoney - 03 5134 3437
• Victoria Metropolitan
  - Derrick Guye - 03 9779 9106
• South Australia
  - Geoff Kohler - 08 8642 2274
• Western Australia
  - Allan Sweetman - 08 9761 1032

Do you fit into this category

During the last couple of months, and I feel sure over the next few months, mosy of our members will reach the commencement of what they feel is the next dreaded decade. One of our members has just reached this time in his life and the resulting celebration almost resulted in a mini reunion in Port Augusta. It happened at the start of July when we helped members of the Kohler family put one over on Snow and help him celebrate his 60th Birthday with a surprise party. Tribute must be paid to Adam and Fiona for their organization of the event and their ability to keep the arrangements from Him. No doubt the members that attended will bring photos and stories with them to the Reunion to fill in any one who was not there.
Happy Birthday to all who have or are reaching this landmark in the not too distant future.

The Craftsman

Another piece of information obtained during my travels to this Party which may be of interest. It appears that any person who was a member of The RAEME Vietnam Association is now receiving a copy of The Craftsman magazine. Not sure if this is a one off or it will happen on a regular basis or if additional subscriptions will be required. I am following this up and all these questions will be answered in a future newsletter.

Now to the reason for this newsletter.

The last two years have past almost in the blink of an eye and it is now time for the next reunion. It was mentioned in the Newsletter you received in the New Year, as promised then here are the finalised arrangements.

• Date:      Friday 30th September to Sunday 2nd October 2005
• Venue:   Avondale Brays Road Koondrook. Victoria.
• Cost:      Same as the last reunion. For those who don’t remember or members coming for the first time.
  • Friday to Sunday. This includes 5 meals and drinks (wine, beer, soft drinks, tea and coffee)
    • Single ... $80.00
    • Double ... $130.00
  • If you can only join us for one day
    • Single ... $45.00
    • Double ... $65.00
• Accomodation
  1. There is plenty of space for tents, caravans and those who like to sleep under the stars.
  2. A limited amount of covered space, (under canvas) is available in the main tent at the conclusion of the evening program. Bring your own sleeping bag and covers.
  3. For those who require more personalised comfort there are Motels situated a short drive from the venue. The booking of this accommodation is totally the responsibility of each member personally, however to assist with these arrangements a couple of Motel names and phone numbers can be obtained from Noel Lake upon request. Following are a couple for starters:
     • Cohuna Motor Inn ... 03 5456 2974
     • Barham Bridge Motor Inn ... 03 5453 2212

Mud Map

More Information?

Contact your State rep [listed at the top of Newsletter]