SAT 30.01.2016: Safe arrival home, with wiper and gas lead issues all resolved. On our return we had a visit from the local wildlife - there is always something to keep you entertained in downtown LTP!
Sunday, February 7, 2016
HOMEWARD BOUND!
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| SERVICE ABOVE AND BEYOND THE CALL OF DUTY! |
WED 27 - FRI 29.01.2016: Had yet another relaxing day at Nundle, then prepared for our return journey home. It had to be expected that as the windscreen wipers had not yet been changed, there would be rain of some description when on the road. The day of our departure we woke to an absolute downpour - completed our tasks between showers and bid Nundle farewell. Not easy driving in heavy rain whilst only using the wipers intermittently! Stayed the first evening at Jerrys Plain, then of course our usual haunt at Broke.
Friday, February 5, 2016
NUNDLE
TUESDAY 26.01.2016 - AUSTRALIA DAY: Could not think of a better place to be than at Nundle on Australia Day. Made our way up to the local school, put our seats in place and headed for the barbecue breakfast. This year the Australia Day Ambassador for Nundle was Catriona Rowntree - well known for Getaway, but since marrying a farmer has been advocating for those on the land. Catriona was excellent, she gave one of the most entertaining and motivational speeches that we have heard - very humorous.
The entire family attended and apparently it was at Catriona's request that she visit Nundle. It did not matter what was asked of her or her family, they all took part in the day - children included. The local awards were presented and the sheep was shorn with the hand propelled shears, plus the trivia and best dressed for Australia Day competition was held - we did not win either!
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| THE PEOPLE YOU MEET WHEN YOU ARE OUT & ABOUT! |
As usual we had a lovely time listening to the local achievements and were delighted when Heath Atkinson (Fossickers Tourist Park Manager), received a Community Achievement Award. Had another relaxing day, then enjoyed a great evening celebrating with Kim, Heath and Ebony.
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| HEATH RECEIVING HIS AWARD |
NUNDLE
MONDAY 25.01.2016: The 'domestic goddesses' tossed a coin to determine the division of household labour, then slowly completed the designated tasks. Spent the day resting, taking in the beautiful view and of course, catching up with Shayden's playtime!
Wednesday, February 3, 2016
TAMWORTH
SUNDAY 24.01.2016: The sun is shining, birds are singing and the grass is growing - everything is good in downtown Nundle. This year the ONLY reason for being at the Tamworth Country Music Festival is to attend the final professional performance of Bella. Karen O'Shea, Lyn Bowtell and Kate Ballantyne are a local Port Stephens group that have been singing together for well over 15 years and have received a "Golden Guitar" for their "Gravity" album. On the bus at 8.00am - performance was at 1.00pm! 10 minutes out from Nundle and Sybil making casual conversation asks Carole "do you have the tickets?" There are times when facial expressions really do say it all! As usual we share our problem with anyone that will listen and in this case it was the bus driver.
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| KATE BALLANTYNE, KAREN O'SHEA & LYN BOWTELL |
We resolved to catch another bus straight to the Longyard Hotel and speak to the Manager - whatever it took, plead Alzheimer's, anything! Arrived at the hotel at 9.30am and headed to the ticket desk - we emotively explained our situation and the young lass provided some avenues for a solution. We plaintively thanked her - next minute, "just wait here I will be back." She returned with two Bella tickets in hand courtesy of the Longyard Hotel - H-U-G-E thank you to the Longyard Hotel, Tamworth. Okay, we are all set for the concert - oh, no shows on at the Longyard till 1.00pm. We picked our I-D-E-A-L seats and were in place by 10.00am - those of you that know Carole will appreciate what a wait of 3 hours with no Sudoku, Crossword or newspaper means to her!
Bella came on stage to a full house and it was brilliant. The girls performed their "socks off". There were tears, laughter, jokes and all their beautiful songs - a bitter/sweet afternoon. Bella have unfortunately reached different roads in their lives - the only hope is that they have 'reunion concerts'.
Made our way back to the Tudor Hotel and watched the entertainment before heading home to Nundle.
TAMWORTH
SAT 23.01.2016: Exited the Nundle bus in Tamworth and sprinted (this equates to Carole walking quickly ahead of Sybil), to the barriers set up for the street parade - have to ensure a good vantage point! We were enjoying the parade up until the halfway point and then the heavens opened - the spectators all squashed under whatever cover was available.
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| JOHN 'K' KRSULJA (NUNDLE LOCAL) |
The Leyland Sisters made the decision to "weather the storm" and remain in place. HEAVY rain ensued and a chap behind us with a child in his arms opens a large umbrella and asked if we would like to share with him. We have come across some very kind and considerate people in our travels and this was yet another example.
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| BECCY COLE & LIBBY O'DONOVAN |
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| MURPHY'S PIGS |
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| VICTORIA AVENUE |
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| KAYLENS RAIN |
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| MELANIE DYER |
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| DOUG BRUCE & THE TAILGATERS |
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| DEEP CREEK ROAD |
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| BELLA |
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| KATE BALLANTYNE, KAREN O'SHEA & LYN BOWTELL |
Made our way to 'The Pig & Tinder Box' hotel, bought a rather expensive bottle of wine and sat outside listening to 'Innocent Eve'. Have to say though, it was a very relaxing and enjoyable afternoon. Of course we finished our day at the Tudor Hotel - can always find a seat, have a drink and it is the closest venue to our evening bus stop! Leyland Sisters are feeling somewhat fatigued today - have to admire our stamina - NOT!
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| INNOCENT EVE - RACHEL & REBECCA |
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| JARED SCOTT & ROUTE 67 |
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