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January 2009
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Sun 4 Jan - Fri 9
Karstaway ASF Conference
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See this VSA Newsletter for further details.
Karstaway ASF Conference
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Fri 9 Jan - Tue 13
Post Conference Trips
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Trips are currently planned for the Limestone Creek area and the Buchan area.
Post Conference Trips
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Trips are currently planned for the Limestone Creek area and the Buchan area.
February 2009
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Wed 4th Feb
General Meeting in St. Francis Church.
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Meetings are held in the underground hall at the rear of St. Francis church, Little Lonsdale street, Melbourne. There is a pre-meeting dinner at Mee Too restaurant beginning at 6.30pm, located in Menzies Alley off Elizabeth Street (between the train station and 360 Elizabeth Street).
Daryl Carr will be presenting a slide show on the recent Karstaway Konference.
General Meeting in St. Francis Church.
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Meetings are held in the underground hall at the rear of St. Francis church, Little Lonsdale street, Melbourne. There is a pre-meeting dinner at Mee Too restaurant beginning at 6.30pm, located in Menzies Alley off Elizabeth Street (between the train station and 360 Elizabeth Street).
Daryl Carr will be presenting a slide show on the recent Karstaway Konference.
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Saturday 7th Feb and Sunday 8th
Caving Trip to Buchan.
Peter Freeman
ELK RIVER CAVING TRIP CANCELLED DUE TO UNAVAILABILITY OF DIVER. Targets will now include M4 and M1. Possibility of some SRT training before the next Elk River push.
Caving Trip to Buchan.
Peter Freeman
ELK RIVER CAVING TRIP CANCELLED DUE TO UNAVAILABILITY OF DIVER. Targets will now include M4 and M1. Possibility of some SRT training before the next Elk River push.
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Saturday 14th Feb
Caving Trip to Yambuk .
Sue White
Yambuk trip postponed due to bushfire danger. To be held in March.
Caving Trip to Yambuk .
Sue White
Yambuk trip postponed due to bushfire danger. To be held in March.
March 2009
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Wed 4th Mar
General Meeting in St. Francis Church.
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Meetings are held in the underground hall at the rear of St. Francis church, Little Lonsdale street, Melbourne. There is a pre-meeting dinner at Mee Too restaurant beginning at 6.30pm, located in Menzies Alley off Elizabeth Street (between the train station and 360 Elizabeth Street).
General Meeting in St. Francis Church.
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Meetings are held in the underground hall at the rear of St. Francis church, Little Lonsdale street, Melbourne. There is a pre-meeting dinner at Mee Too restaurant beginning at 6.30pm, located in Menzies Alley off Elizabeth Street (between the train station and 360 Elizabeth Street).
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Saturday 21st Mar - Sunday 22nd
Caving Trip to Yambuk.
Sue White
This is the trip that was postponed in February due to fire problems.
Exploration of a DSE aquired property and a PV managed property at Yambuk, in Western Victoria. Preliminary exploration suggests there are several caves that warrant further exploration, including one with water. This trip is open to all and no caving experience is required.
Accommodation will be booked at the Yambuk Backpackers. Please contact Susan to get onto this trip to a new area.
Caving Trip to Yambuk.
Sue White
This is the trip that was postponed in February due to fire problems.
Exploration of a DSE aquired property and a PV managed property at Yambuk, in Western Victoria. Preliminary exploration suggests there are several caves that warrant further exploration, including one with water. This trip is open to all and no caving experience is required.
Accommodation will be booked at the Yambuk Backpackers. Please contact Susan to get onto this trip to a new area.
April 2009
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Wed 4thApr
General Meeting in St. Francis Church.
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Meetings are held in the underground hall at the rear of St. Francis church, Little Lonsdale street, Melbourne. There is a pre-meeting dinner at Mee Too restaurant beginning at 6.30pm, located in Menzies Alley off Elizabeth Street (between the train station and 360 Elizabeth Street).
General Meeting in St. Francis Church.
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Meetings are held in the underground hall at the rear of St. Francis church, Little Lonsdale street, Melbourne. There is a pre-meeting dinner at Mee Too restaurant beginning at 6.30pm, located in Menzies Alley off Elizabeth Street (between the train station and 360 Elizabeth Street).
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Friday 10th Apr to Monday 13th
Easter Caving Trip
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Easter Caving trip, possibly in conjunction with Highland Caving Group members. Destination unknown at this point. Email Tom Aberdeen or Peter Freeman if you have ideas or would like to come.
Easter Caving Trip
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Easter Caving trip, possibly in conjunction with Highland Caving Group members. Destination unknown at this point. Email Tom Aberdeen or Peter Freeman if you have ideas or would like to come.
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Saturday 18 & Sunday 19th Apr
Novice Caving Trip
Tom Aberdeen
Trip to Buchan, suitable for beginners and all are welcome. Trip is currently full, but email Tom Aberdeen to go on the waiting list incase of cancellations.
Novice Caving Trip
Tom Aberdeen
Trip to Buchan, suitable for beginners and all are welcome. Trip is currently full, but email Tom Aberdeen to go on the waiting list incase of cancellations.
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Tuesday 21st Apr to Tuesday 12th May
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Nullarbor expedition. This year we aim to explore an area south of Cook station in SA. The trip is fully booked but enquiries for the 2010 trip are being taken. Leaders are Ken Boland and Nicholas White assisted by a cast of luminaries. This is the actual time spent on the Nullarbor and travelling time must be added.
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Nullarbor expedition. This year we aim to explore an area south of Cook station in SA. The trip is fully booked but enquiries for the 2010 trip are being taken. Leaders are Ken Boland and Nicholas White assisted by a cast of luminaries. This is the actual time spent on the Nullarbor and travelling time must be added.
May 2009
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Wed 6th May
General Meeting in St. Francis Church.
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Cathie Plowman, President of Northern Caverneers will be talking about her and David Butler's trip to South Korea. Meetings are held in the underground hall at the rear of St. Francis church, Little Lonsdale street, Melbourne. There is a pre-meeting dinner at Mee Too restaurant beginning at 6.30pm, located in Menzies Alley off Elizabeth Street (between the train station and 360 Elizabeth Street).
General Meeting in St. Francis Church.
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Cathie Plowman, President of Northern Caverneers will be talking about her and David Butler's trip to South Korea. Meetings are held in the underground hall at the rear of St. Francis church, Little Lonsdale street, Melbourne. There is a pre-meeting dinner at Mee Too restaurant beginning at 6.30pm, located in Menzies Alley off Elizabeth Street (between the train station and 360 Elizabeth Street).
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16-17th May
Beginners Vertical Caving Trip at Buchan
Chalky Thomas
This trip is designed for new VSA members who have purchased their own SRT equipment. Three positions are also available for new members without equipment to try vertical caving. Saturday will involve training at Homeleigh/Wilsons followed by visits to 2 or 3 caves. Intent is to cave until 9PM, therefore no pub meal. Sunday morning will involve more caving with expected departure from Buchan at 2PM. Chalky Thomas, chalkythomas@gmail.com
Beginners Vertical Caving Trip at Buchan
Chalky Thomas
This trip is designed for new VSA members who have purchased their own SRT equipment. Three positions are also available for new members without equipment to try vertical caving. Saturday will involve training at Homeleigh/Wilsons followed by visits to 2 or 3 caves. Intent is to cave until 9PM, therefore no pub meal. Sunday morning will involve more caving with expected departure from Buchan at 2PM. Chalky Thomas, chalkythomas@gmail.com
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23-24th May
Vertical Caving Trip, at Buchan
Peter Freeman
Peter is running a weekend of vertical caving for SRT-competent participants - Note: Ths is not a training trip. Contact is Peter on: 0398863615, 0449504255
Vertical Caving Trip, at Buchan
Peter Freeman
Peter is running a weekend of vertical caving for SRT-competent participants - Note: Ths is not a training trip. Contact is Peter on: 0398863615, 0449504255
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30th May
VSA AGM
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The VSA AGM to be held at Peter Freeman's place at: 3 Hotham Retreat, Burwood East, 3151. Peter can be contacted on 0449 504 255. Evening to kick off at around 7-7.30pm. Do you want to put something back into caving in Victoria. Why not stand for a committee position! It is a fun and meaningful way to contribute towards the future of this great sport.
VSA AGM
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The VSA AGM to be held at Peter Freeman's place at: 3 Hotham Retreat, Burwood East, 3151. Peter can be contacted on 0449 504 255. Evening to kick off at around 7-7.30pm. Do you want to put something back into caving in Victoria. Why not stand for a committee position! It is a fun and meaningful way to contribute towards the future of this great sport.
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31st May (One Day)
One Day Vertical Session at Camels Hump, Mt. Macedon
Chalky Thomas
Camels Hump is 70km from Melbourne located on top of Mt Macedon, see map http://www.parkweb.vic.gov.au/resources05/05_0374.pdf. Program is designed to introduce cavers to vertical techniques using Single Rope Technique (SRT), ladders and belaying methods. Maximum number of participants is three. Training will commences at 9AM from the Camels Hump carpark with expected finish at 4PM. Cut lunch is needed. Normal warm and waterproof clothing is required. Camels Hump is 5 degree Celsius colder than Melbourne’s forecasted temperature. Contact: Chalky Thomas, chalkythomas@gmail.com
One Day Vertical Session at Camels Hump, Mt. Macedon
Chalky Thomas
Camels Hump is 70km from Melbourne located on top of Mt Macedon, see map http://www.parkweb.vic.gov.au/resources05/05_0374.pdf. Program is designed to introduce cavers to vertical techniques using Single Rope Technique (SRT), ladders and belaying methods. Maximum number of participants is three. Training will commences at 9AM from the Camels Hump carpark with expected finish at 4PM. Cut lunch is needed. Normal warm and waterproof clothing is required. Camels Hump is 5 degree Celsius colder than Melbourne’s forecasted temperature. Contact: Chalky Thomas, chalkythomas@gmail.com
June 2009
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13/14 Jun
Trip to Buchan
Tom Aberdeen
Trip to Buchan. All those who have been on at least one VSA trip are welcome (IE No first timers). Caves will probably involve ladders and an intermediate level of skill. Caves yet to be finalised (possibly some permit caves in the Buchan Caves Reserve). Email Tom Aberdeen for more information.
Trip to Buchan
Tom Aberdeen
Trip to Buchan. All those who have been on at least one VSA trip are welcome (IE No first timers). Caves will probably involve ladders and an intermediate level of skill. Caves yet to be finalised (possibly some permit caves in the Buchan Caves Reserve). Email Tom Aberdeen for more information.
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9-30th Jun
Annual Pungalina Expedition
Nicholas White
These dates include travel. On site will be from around Saturday 13th to about Friday 26th June. Leader is Nicholas White. This trip has limited places only. Contact Nick White or Brendan Brooker for details.
Annual Pungalina Expedition
Nicholas White
These dates include travel. On site will be from around Saturday 13th to about Friday 26th June. Leader is Nicholas White. This trip has limited places only. Contact Nick White or Brendan Brooker for details.
July 2009
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Wed 1st Jul
General Meeting in St. Francis Church.
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Meetings are held in the underground hall at the rear of St. Francis church, Little Lonsdale street, Melbourne. There is a pre-meeting dinner at Mee Too restaurant beginning at 6.30pm, located in Menzies Alley off Elizabeth Street (between the train station and 360 Elizabeth Street).
A video will be shown after the meeting. The subject is Long Churn Pot in the Yorkshire Dales, UK.
General Meeting in St. Francis Church.
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Meetings are held in the underground hall at the rear of St. Francis church, Little Lonsdale street, Melbourne. There is a pre-meeting dinner at Mee Too restaurant beginning at 6.30pm, located in Menzies Alley off Elizabeth Street (between the train station and 360 Elizabeth Street).
A video will be shown after the meeting. The subject is Long Churn Pot in the Yorkshire Dales, UK.
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Sat 18th/19th Jul
Intermediate level trip to Buchan.
Tom Aberdeen
For beginners who have done at least one previous trip. Some ladder usage will probably be included. This is the trip that was scheduled for June 13/14 but postponed.
Intermediate level trip to Buchan.
Tom Aberdeen
For beginners who have done at least one previous trip. Some ladder usage will probably be included. This is the trip that was scheduled for June 13/14 but postponed.
August 2009
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Wed 5th Aug
General Meeting in St. Francis Church.
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Meetings are held in the underground hall at the rear of St. Francis church, Little Lonsdale street, Melbourne. There is a pre-meeting dinner at Mee Too restaurant beginning at 6.30pm, located in Menzies Alley off Elizabeth Street (between the train station and 360 Elizabeth Street).
A video will be shown. The subject will be advertised at a later date.
General Meeting in St. Francis Church.
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Meetings are held in the underground hall at the rear of St. Francis church, Little Lonsdale street, Melbourne. There is a pre-meeting dinner at Mee Too restaurant beginning at 6.30pm, located in Menzies Alley off Elizabeth Street (between the train station and 360 Elizabeth Street).
A video will be shown. The subject will be advertised at a later date.
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8/9 Aug
Trip to Buchan
Tom Aberdeen
We have a permit to Spring Creek Cave on Caves Reserve. Limit to the trip is 6 people including leader, so its first in best dressed for this trip. All those who have been on at least one VSA trip are welcome (IE No first timers). Caves will probably involve ladders and an intermediate level of skill. Email Tom Aberdeen for more information.
Trip to Buchan
Tom Aberdeen
We have a permit to Spring Creek Cave on Caves Reserve. Limit to the trip is 6 people including leader, so its first in best dressed for this trip. All those who have been on at least one VSA trip are welcome (IE No first timers). Caves will probably involve ladders and an intermediate level of skill. Email Tom Aberdeen for more information.
September 2009
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Wed 2nd Sep
General Meeting in St. Francis Church.
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Meetings are held in the underground hall at the rear of St. Francis church, Little Lonsdale street, Melbourne. There is a pre-meeting dinner at Mee Too restaurant beginning at 6.30pm, located in Menzies Alley off Elizabeth Street (between the train station and 360 Elizabeth Street).
General Meeting in St. Francis Church.
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Meetings are held in the underground hall at the rear of St. Francis church, Little Lonsdale street, Melbourne. There is a pre-meeting dinner at Mee Too restaurant beginning at 6.30pm, located in Menzies Alley off Elizabeth Street (between the train station and 360 Elizabeth Street).
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Wed 16th Sep
Rimstone Annual General Meeting in Scout hall, Wantirna south.
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The annual general meeting of the Rimstone co-operative will be held at the Knox city scout hall. Enter Lewis road from Burwood highway and turn left after you cross the creek. There is a sign pointing to the scout hall and it is about 50 metres off Lewis road. Meeting is scheduled for 8 pm and tea & coffee will be provided. As we did last year, you are invited to bring a plate of supper and share with others. .
Rimstone Annual General Meeting in Scout hall, Wantirna south.
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The annual general meeting of the Rimstone co-operative will be held at the Knox city scout hall. Enter Lewis road from Burwood highway and turn left after you cross the creek. There is a sign pointing to the scout hall and it is about 50 metres off Lewis road. Meeting is scheduled for 8 pm and tea & coffee will be provided. As we did last year, you are invited to bring a plate of supper and share with others. .
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20th - 27th Sep
Caving trip to Cliefden
Margaret James
Trip to Cliefden in conjunction with Orange Speleo Society (who control access). Currently from afternoon Sunday 20th September. Details still to be worked out. Organiser is Margaret James.
Caving trip to Cliefden
Margaret James
Trip to Cliefden in conjunction with Orange Speleo Society (who control access). Currently from afternoon Sunday 20th September. Details still to be worked out. Organiser is Margaret James.
October 2009
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Sat 3rd Oct
Family caving trip to Mt. Hamilton cave. (H1)
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Mt Hamilton is located on private property approximately 16Km SE of Lake Bolac. This is a family oriented caving trip currently involving three families and six young children. Other families are most welcome to attend. VSA membership is required.
Family caving trip to Mt. Hamilton cave. (H1)
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Mt Hamilton is located on private property approximately 16Km SE of Lake Bolac. This is a family oriented caving trip currently involving three families and six young children. Other families are most welcome to attend. VSA membership is required.
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Wed 7th Oct
General Meeting in St. Francis Church.
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Meetings are held in the underground hall at the rear of St. Francis church, Little Lonsdale street, Melbourne. There is a pre-meeting dinner at Mee Too restaurant beginning at 6.30pm, located in Menzies Alley off Elizabeth Street (between the train station and 360 Elizabeth Street).
General Meeting in St. Francis Church.
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10/11th Oct
Caving Trip to Buchan
Tom Aberdeen
A permit has been arranged for Duke's Cave. This is a permit cave on Caves Reserve involving water and low airspaces. Definitely not a trip for beginners. The permit only allows 5 in the cave including leader, so apply now if you want to come. Some places still left. Contact Tom Aberdeen.
Caving Trip to Buchan
Tom Aberdeen
A permit has been arranged for Duke's Cave. This is a permit cave on Caves Reserve involving water and low airspaces. Definitely not a trip for beginners. The permit only allows 5 in the cave including leader, so apply now if you want to come. Some places still left. Contact Tom Aberdeen.
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10/11th Oct
Caving Trip to Buchan
Peter Freeman
A trip to Buchan for complete beginners. Some places still left. Contact Peter Freeman or Lynne Amore.
Caving Trip to Buchan
Peter Freeman
A trip to Buchan for complete beginners. Some places still left. Contact Peter Freeman or Lynne Amore.
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Saturday 24th - Sunday 25th
Caving Trip to Yambuk.
Susan & Nicholas White
Further exploration of the new karst area in dune limestone visited earlier this year. This was a great trip last March and we found some interesting new caves not prevoiusly explored or mapped.
Does not require lots of previous experience.
Please contact leaders for details of accommodation and activities.
Caving Trip to Yambuk.
Susan & Nicholas White
Further exploration of the new karst area in dune limestone visited earlier this year. This was a great trip last March and we found some interesting new caves not prevoiusly explored or mapped.
Does not require lots of previous experience.
Please contact leaders for details of accommodation and activities.
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Fri 30th Oct - Tue 3rd Nov
Caving at Bungonia NSW.
Chalky Thomas
Bungonia Caves is located near Goulburn NSW approx 710km and 9 hours drive from Melbourne. Whilst not a place of beauty, except the gated caves, it offers lots of exciting vertical caving. Departing Melbourne NLT 1300h Friday 30 October, estimating arrival at Bungonia 2200h. Saturday, Sunday and Monday are three full days of activity. Depart Bungonia NLT 1000h Tuesday for arrival in Melbourne by 1900h. This trip is open to all VSA members who are competent at SRT. Possible caves to visit are: Drum, Fossil-Hogans, Canberra-Steampipe, Blowfly, Acoustic, Argyle, Hollands, Grill, and College. There is also the possibility of doing Bungonia or Jerrara canyon (wetsuits required) as well as walking the spectacular gorge.
Caving at Bungonia NSW.
Chalky Thomas
Bungonia Caves is located near Goulburn NSW approx 710km and 9 hours drive from Melbourne. Whilst not a place of beauty, except the gated caves, it offers lots of exciting vertical caving. Departing Melbourne NLT 1300h Friday 30 October, estimating arrival at Bungonia 2200h. Saturday, Sunday and Monday are three full days of activity. Depart Bungonia NLT 1000h Tuesday for arrival in Melbourne by 1900h. This trip is open to all VSA members who are competent at SRT. Possible caves to visit are: Drum, Fossil-Hogans, Canberra-Steampipe, Blowfly, Acoustic, Argyle, Hollands, Grill, and College. There is also the possibility of doing Bungonia or Jerrara canyon (wetsuits required) as well as walking the spectacular gorge.
November 2009
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Wed 4th Nov
General Meeting in St. Francis Church.
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Meetings are held in the underground hall at the rear of St. Francis church, Little Lonsdale street, Melbourne. There is a pre-meeting dinner at Mee Too restaurant beginning at 6.30pm, located in Menzies Alley off Elizabeth Street (between the train station and 360 Elizabeth Street).
General Meeting in St. Francis Church.
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Meetings are held in the underground hall at the rear of St. Francis church, Little Lonsdale street, Melbourne. There is a pre-meeting dinner at Mee Too restaurant beginning at 6.30pm, located in Menzies Alley off Elizabeth Street (between the train station and 360 Elizabeth Street).