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=== Don't Miss This!! === | === Don't Miss This!! === | ||
- | Colin Putt, leader of the 1961 New Zealand | + | Colin Putt, leader of the 1961 New Zealand |
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The years went by. Shacks cropped up here and there,\\ | The years went by. Shacks cropped up here and there,\\ | ||
a road was made, and people from the town\\ | a road was made, and people from the town\\ | ||
- | began to drive - magnificent | + | began to drive - magnificent |
down to the virgin beach. The pine tree grew,\\ | down to the virgin beach. The pine tree grew,\\ | ||
stretched out its arms above the settler' | stretched out its arms above the settler' | ||
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and barren earth appeared. Truck rattled in\\ | and barren earth appeared. Truck rattled in\\ | ||
and dumped their loads of rubbish, to reclaim\\ | and dumped their loads of rubbish, to reclaim\\ | ||
- | the sunken | + | the sunken |
air once as fresh and salty as the sea. | air once as fresh and salty as the sea. | ||
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the settlers died long since, the slab hut fell\\ | the settlers died long since, the slab hut fell\\ | ||
in melancholy ruin and was burnt:\\ | in melancholy ruin and was burnt:\\ | ||
- | parts non-codbustible | + | parts non-combustible |
to help fill-in the future promenade. | to help fill-in the future promenade. | ||
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There being no social activities since the last meeting there was no Social Report, but a report was received that Pam Baker was going to teach at Cooma and would have to resign in consequence. The President thanked Pam for the very good work she had done in organising some wonderful social activities. | There being no social activities since the last meeting there was no Social Report, but a report was received that Pam Baker was going to teach at Cooma and would have to resign in consequence. The President thanked Pam for the very good work she had done in organising some wonderful social activities. | ||
- | Next we spent some time in the selection of a reunion camp site. Eric Adcock told us that Herman Kanters had invited us to use his 30 acre property next to the Ourimbah State Forest. It was 75 miles away by car and had a good camping area and plenty of firewood, but no swimming. It was decided, however, to go to the nearer place we all knew - Woods Creek. Choosing an alternate camp site (in case of floods) was not so easy. Burning Palms, Era aud Euroka were nominated, and Euroka chosen. Thereupon Ron Knightly, foreseeing that if the Nepean were flooded, so would be Glenbrook Creek, nominated a tertiary camp site, and for this purpose, Burning Palms was chosen. | + | Next we spent some time in the selection of a reunion camp site. Eric Adcock told us that Herman Kanters had invited us to use his 30 acre property next to the Ourimbah State Forest. It was 75 miles away by car and had a good camping area and plenty of firewood, but no swimming. It was decided, however, to go to the nearer place we all knew - Woods Creek. Choosing an alternate camp site (in case of floods) was not so easy. Burning Palms, Era and Euroka were nominated, and Euroka chosen. Thereupon Ron Knightly, foreseeing that if the Nepean were flooded, so would be Glenbrook Creek, nominated a tertiary camp site, and for this purpose, Burning Palms was chosen. |
On a motion from Greg Grennan it was decided to ask Committee in consultation with the Magazine Business Manager, to consider the purchase of a new duplicating machine. With very little dissent it was decided to entrust Committee with the task, it being pointed out that we already had a donation of £50 for such a purpose and that a good machine was more useful than money in the bank. | On a motion from Greg Grennan it was decided to ask Committee in consultation with the Magazine Business Manager, to consider the purchase of a new duplicating machine. With very little dissent it was decided to entrust Committee with the task, it being pointed out that we already had a donation of £50 for such a purpose and that a good machine was more useful than money in the bank. | ||
- | In general business Frank Ashdown moved that the magazine be published every second month. His reason was that much of the space was being filled with material from old magazines. This material could be seen by members who looked up old magazines for themselves. Perhaps a smaller magazine would suffice. What did the editor think? The editor hadn't thought, and was somewhat stunned by the proposal, but, as his faculties recovered, he expressed the opinion that Frank was a " | + | In general business Frank Ashdown moved that the magazine be published every second month. His reason was that much of the space was being filled with material from old magazines. This material could be seen by members who looked up old magazines for themselves. Perhaps a smaller magazine would suffice. What did the editor think? The editor hadn't thought, and was somewhat stunned by the proposal, but, as his faculties recovered, he expressed the opinion that Frank was a " |
- | Wilf Hilder reported further water hazards at the beginning of the month. His walk to the Kowmung had been attended by 4 membefs | + | Wilf Hilder reported further water hazards at the beginning of the month. His walk to the Kowmung had been attended by 4 members |
Wilf then brought up the question of fire trails. He said that the present trails were just a beginning. A contract had been signed for a trail along the Gingera Range from Kanangra to Cedar Creek. The trail would run down the Kowmung to the Road at White Dog. There would also be a fire trail along to Cloudmaker to join the road up the Cox. Wilf moved that Federation be asked to protest to the Premier' | Wilf then brought up the question of fire trails. He said that the present trails were just a beginning. A contract had been signed for a trail along the Gingera Range from Kanangra to Cedar Creek. The trail would run down the Kowmung to the Road at White Dog. There would also be a fire trail along to Cloudmaker to join the road up the Cox. Wilf moved that Federation be asked to protest to the Premier' | ||
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The President reminded us that election of club officers for the coming year would on be necessary. Anyone willing to stand who was unable to attend the annual general meeting could write to the Secretary to this effect. | The President reminded us that election of club officers for the coming year would on be necessary. Anyone willing to stand who was unable to attend the annual general meeting could write to the Secretary to this effect. | ||
- | Wa1 Roots informed us that bonds had been purchased out of Era fund money, as instructed by a previous general | + | Wa1 Roots informed us that bonds had been purchased out of Era fund money, as instructed by a previous general |
After the election of Stuart Brooks, Ern French, Wilf Hilder, Eileen Taylor and Lola Wedlock as room stewards, the meeting, which had commenced late because of the previous committee meeting, closed at 10.20 p.m. | After the election of Stuart Brooks, Ern French, Wilf Hilder, Eileen Taylor and Lola Wedlock as room stewards, the meeting, which had commenced late because of the previous committee meeting, closed at 10.20 p.m. | ||
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- | ===== Recent Arrivals. | + | === Recent Arrivals. === |
- | On 31st January - a daughter to Grace and Geoff Wagg. (This now mnkes one of each) | + | On 31st January - a daughter to Grace and Geoff Wagg. (This now makes one of each) |
On 2nd February - a son to Margaret and Garth Coulter. (also now one of each). | On 2nd February - a son to Margaret and Garth Coulter. (also now one of each). | ||
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- | The 1962 Social | + | The 1962 Social |
One of the most useful pieces of information from John Freeland was that bull-ants aren't likely to sting if you stand still and pretend to be a tree. This has been tried by a certain lady S.B.W. with complete success. Nevertheless we don't accept responsibility for other experimenters who may not be successful. | One of the most useful pieces of information from John Freeland was that bull-ants aren't likely to sting if you stand still and pretend to be a tree. This has been tried by a certain lady S.B.W. with complete success. Nevertheless we don't accept responsibility for other experimenters who may not be successful. | ||
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A chill wind blew as we The Brothers Boltschudt, clad in the guise of normal people, hurried along the route to the terrace. Here we found ample supplies of quick-setting concrete. Being of uncontaminated principles, we decided unanimously against the use of concrete steps as an artificial climbing aid; our honour and good name was at stake! Our plan was simple. Once on the terrace, we would hurry past the Southern Pillars and between volleys of fast-travelling horizontal missiles, we would leap up onto the ramp, pendulum above the overhang, and quickly gain a safe height. | A chill wind blew as we The Brothers Boltschudt, clad in the guise of normal people, hurried along the route to the terrace. Here we found ample supplies of quick-setting concrete. Being of uncontaminated principles, we decided unanimously against the use of concrete steps as an artificial climbing aid; our honour and good name was at stake! Our plan was simple. Once on the terrace, we would hurry past the Southern Pillars and between volleys of fast-travelling horizontal missiles, we would leap up onto the ramp, pendulum above the overhang, and quickly gain a safe height. | ||
- | This movement went off without a hitch. Although at any moment we expected to face the unpleasant situation of negotiating a gendarme or an alternative swift retreat. This latter obstacle was our main contern. Its appearance would mean abandoning the Summit Attempt. Self preservation was top priority - as on all importrint | + | This movement went off without a hitch. Although at any moment we expected to face the unpleasant situation of negotiating a gendarme or an alternative swift retreat. This latter obstacle was our main concern. Its appearance would mean abandoning the Summit Attempt. Self preservation was top priority - as on all important |
We did a delicate traverse to the other side of the ramp and commenced the vertical ascent to the ' | We did a delicate traverse to the other side of the ramp and commenced the vertical ascent to the ' | ||
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I gazed down at my frozen fingers. Was it worth the sacrifice of these! I gritted my teeth, mortally fighting the cold. With a swift decisive movement I swallowed another P.K. and advanced. My companion anxiously watched as I made my may over the overhang. One finger, then two slowly made a grip on the needle-like holds. Then a slip! Momentarily I dangled over space, but the jolt caught my trusty pair of " | I gazed down at my frozen fingers. Was it worth the sacrifice of these! I gritted my teeth, mortally fighting the cold. With a swift decisive movement I swallowed another P.K. and advanced. My companion anxiously watched as I made my may over the overhang. One finger, then two slowly made a grip on the needle-like holds. Then a slip! Momentarily I dangled over space, but the jolt caught my trusty pair of " | ||
- | We were not to be daunted by the terms " | + | We were not to be daunted by the terms " |
The ramp was attempted in a startling glissade - again our ice picks were of no avail. Near the bottom of the ramp I gazed upwards at one of the vertical pillars of the ridge. Exhilarated, | The ramp was attempted in a startling glissade - again our ice picks were of no avail. Near the bottom of the ramp I gazed upwards at one of the vertical pillars of the ridge. Exhilarated, | ||
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(Contributed) | (Contributed) | ||
- | With the sudden death of Allan Hardie on 10th January 1962, the Club lost one of its most colourful members. He had a mind of his own and usually spoke it. His affectionate | + | With the sudden death of Allan Hardie on 10th January 1962, the Club lost one of its most colourful members. He had a mind of his own and usually spoke it. His affectionate |
- | At the memorial service conducted at St. Stephen' | + | At the memorial service conducted at St. Stephen' |
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His conversation - never frivolous - embraced a wide range of topics; he certainly read other stuff than newsprint. His travel talk, with me, was always entertaining, | His conversation - never frivolous - embraced a wide range of topics; he certainly read other stuff than newsprint. His travel talk, with me, was always entertaining, | ||
- | One incident gives a very clear picture of the real Dormie, that not too many know. Often, with a few days in prospect he sould carry his pack to the office, and go from there to the train. A few non-walking nuts on the staff, slipped into his pack some pounds of lead paper weights and how they watched the tug it took to lift the pack! However, Dormie battled on to the train and with plenty time in hand, decided to see why the pack seemed overweight. He found the lead - and even a grin, and did he toss it out of the window? NO, his inborn scottish integrity forbade such a deed. He got off at Berry and first job was to mail it back to the rightful owners - the M.W. & S. Board. Dormie was ever a man of valour and acquainted with loads. | + | One incident gives a very clear picture of the real Dormie, that not too many know. Often, with a few days in prospect he should |
Anyone wanting a good word picture of him should read the yarn below, from our magazine of 1.10.32; an account of some trouble on the Grose. And trouble it was for Dormie, but observe the nice shapely style of writing; the easy philosophy is something to remember. | Anyone wanting a good word picture of him should read the yarn below, from our magazine of 1.10.32; an account of some trouble on the Grose. And trouble it was for Dormie, but observe the nice shapely style of writing; the easy philosophy is something to remember. | ||
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It all happened on " | It all happened on " | ||
- | There were three of us in our party, a young man whom I knew by the nickname of " | + | There were three of us in our party, a young man whom I knew by the nickname of " |
Epicureanism was the primary cause of my subsequent mishap. My Liking for fried sausages and onions for dinner is notorious amongst Club members. But never again. While I was engrossed in the task of imparting a uniform browness to the sausage skins, and an even degree of softness to the onions, " | Epicureanism was the primary cause of my subsequent mishap. My Liking for fried sausages and onions for dinner is notorious amongst Club members. But never again. While I was engrossed in the task of imparting a uniform browness to the sausage skins, and an even degree of softness to the onions, " | ||
- | It must have been half an hour, after the conversation last referred to, before I had everything packed, and was ready to start again. This time I made it my policy to keep to the river, sometimes hopping from rock to rock, and at others wading through the water, with my boots and socks on. My feet were certainly chilled, but I took comfort from the thought that I had a dry pair of socks in my pack, and that a comfortable night' | + | It must have been half an hour, after the conversation last referred to, before I had everything packed, and was ready to start again. This time I made it my policy to keep to the river, sometimes hopping from rock to rock, and at others wading through the water, with my boots and socks on. My feet were certainly chilled, but I took comfort from the thought that I had a dry pair of socks in my pack, and that a comfortable night' |
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__Kiwi jackets__: | __Kiwi jackets__: | ||
- | An improved model from the original, available again after a temporry | + | An improved model from the original, available again after a temporary |
Paddy Pallin Pty. Ltd. Lightweight Camp Gear. | Paddy Pallin Pty. Ltd. Lightweight Camp Gear. | ||
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To recoil was my first reaction, but my time was limited and if I were to go travelling around looking for some unspoiled place I should probably finish up seeing nothing. The rubbish would extend only as far as vehicles could get in so parked the car and set off. | To recoil was my first reaction, but my time was limited and if I were to go travelling around looking for some unspoiled place I should probably finish up seeing nothing. The rubbish would extend only as far as vehicles could get in so parked the car and set off. | ||
- | At, first the rubbish | + | At, first the rubbish |
Past the old chairs, the worn guttering, the decaying clothing, the path began to deteriorate and the surroundings to improve. Finally in a rocky section through wattles out in flower the rubbish ceased and I was able to enjoy boronias, grevilleas and stretches of suave casuarinas, most satisfying though no flowers brightened the greenness. Even through all this area there were frequent signs of upheaval where purveyors of flagging had been getting, perhaps stealing, their wares. However most of the scars had healed so that they were no longer offensive. Some remains were picturesque having the appearance of ruins of sandstone temples or miniature Stonehenges. Down in these half-dark gullies, the boronia ledifolia shone with individual brilliance. | Past the old chairs, the worn guttering, the decaying clothing, the path began to deteriorate and the surroundings to improve. Finally in a rocky section through wattles out in flower the rubbish ceased and I was able to enjoy boronias, grevilleas and stretches of suave casuarinas, most satisfying though no flowers brightened the greenness. Even through all this area there were frequent signs of upheaval where purveyors of flagging had been getting, perhaps stealing, their wares. However most of the scars had healed so that they were no longer offensive. Some remains were picturesque having the appearance of ruins of sandstone temples or miniature Stonehenges. Down in these half-dark gullies, the boronia ledifolia shone with individual brilliance. | ||
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The sun had warmed up and now the puddles and soggy rubbish gave off a putrid, steamy odour which disgusted - disgusted me? why? Millions of years ago on the steamy shores of a stagnant puddle, I am told that the first life began to begin. And, if the rocks of those times could think, they would equally have deprecated the revolting mess remaining from the ineffectual and unsuccessful efforts of matter to make itself into a living thing. And in such a place as this, perhaps we shall see the birth of a man more suited to these technological times, more in harmony with his surroundings. | The sun had warmed up and now the puddles and soggy rubbish gave off a putrid, steamy odour which disgusted - disgusted me? why? Millions of years ago on the steamy shores of a stagnant puddle, I am told that the first life began to begin. And, if the rocks of those times could think, they would equally have deprecated the revolting mess remaining from the ineffectual and unsuccessful efforts of matter to make itself into a living thing. And in such a place as this, perhaps we shall see the birth of a man more suited to these technological times, more in harmony with his surroundings. | ||
- | If we shall trvel through space, is not this cyclinderblock more durable than my capricious heart? The tibia and fibula are delicate, brittle travesties when the life force could incorporate these iron bedstead legs. No raucous voices | + | If we shall travel |
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January 1937, the first annual subscription. | January 1937, the first annual subscription. | ||
- | December 1937, by popular demand appeared the first of "The Sydney | + | December 1937, by popular demand appeared the first of "The Sydney |
- | We ahven't missed a month since then! | + | We haven't missed a month since then! |
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=== The Long Week-end. === | === The Long Week-end. === | ||
- | __Yeola__: | + | __Yeola__: |
__Burning Plams__: 27 at the camp led by Jack Gentle. Good swimming although fine on Monday only. | __Burning Plams__: 27 at the camp led by Jack Gentle. Good swimming although fine on Monday only. | ||
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- | 19. | + | ===== Kowmung Cavalcade |
- | KONMUNG CAVALCADE (concluded) | + | |
- | . lffia started this series with a...summary of KoWmung methodS-which tell the prospective Kowmunger Pll he want to know about theterrain and probable conditions. - | + | |
- | - Then to the impression the rugged gorges made on the first S;B.6. party in 1933; then the experiences of the first Swimming-through-trip in 1937. P,addy Pallin followed their example at Easter 1940. | + | |
- | Not much was heard of the Kawmung then until 1952, when the present' | + | |
- | Then there are the first lighthearted parties who combine a real love of nature with a certain amount of., | + | |
- | Thi6 concludes our s-dries on Kowmung Cavalcade, but, conversely, we hope that theseries will never be- concluded. | + | |
- | very- year has its Kowmungers. This year's parties should really have something to write-about. It's never too late. | + | |
- | The National Parks Association of N. V. (Central Region) has advised that Te the Extraordinary General Meeting on. 28th November 1961, it was agreed that Group Membership will be discontinued. | + | |
- | The circular cortimaes "Group Membership has failed to procure the large number of members, -which it was designed to do; and, it does not nearly pay for the journals, bulletins and meetings, as well as capitation fees of 2/6 per head to State Council. | + | |
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- | 'The matter was brought before the General Mc-,eting at this time because of the imminent merging of the Caloola Club with the Central. Region will mean more and larger Bulletins ,...more- meetings and outings and the opportunity for all Llssociation members to tr lce part in coach trips. | + | |
- | 'It is felt that the ordinary subscription of 15/,-i- -(Z1 for married couples) is quite reasonable, for What membersreceive from the Associatio- c:uite apart from. the fact that the mainobjective-' | + | |
- | The present. Group Membershipswill continr until ',Tune _30,. 1962, when the N.P..:L.. hopes' | + | |
- | FROM. TEE LA.UNCESTON MU= CLUB. " | + | |
- | FOR ILL YOUR TR.LYSPORT. FROY. BLe-CKFEAITH - COM_ICT | + | |
- | .11, | + | |
- | RIM, -WRITE,. WE OR C21.LL 1-11\1Y HOUR - DAY CR NIGHT | + | |
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- | . NEON SIGN) | + | |
- | SPEEDY 5 or 8 P ;.SSENGER- CARS AVAIL= | + | |
- | LARGE OR ALL PARTIES CAT= FOR | + | |
- | FARES; KANANGRA WAILS 30/ per head (minimum 5 passengers) | + | |
- | PERRY 'S LOOKDOWN " | + | |
- | r-TENOLLUT STATE FOREST ; 20/- 'It II - | + | |
- | Q/IN.JON PS FARM 12/6, . It It u | + | |
- | WE WILL BE PLEASED TO QUOTE TRIPS OR SPEC= PARTIES ON APPLICATION | + | |
+ | We started this series with a summary of Kowmung methods which tell the prospective Kowmunger all he wants to know about the terrain and probable conditions. | ||
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+ | Then to the impression the rugged gorges made on the first S.B.W. party in 1933; then the experiences of the first Swimming-through-trip in 1937. Paddy Pallin followed their example at Easter 1940. | ||
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+ | Not much was heard of the Kowmung then until 1952, when the present day techniques were first tried. Since then every Xmas has its Kowmungers. There are the leisurely parties who take their time and enjoy the scenery (and the food) to the full. Alex Colley puts it neatly - April 1959. 'Slow trip down the Kowmung' | ||
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+ | Then there are the first lighthearted parties who combine a real love of nature with a certain amount of Athleticism. This is well documented by Carl Doherty in " | ||
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+ | Thi6 concludes our series on Kowmung Cavalcade, but, conversely, we hope that the series will never be concluded. | ||
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+ | Every year has its Kowmungers. This year's parties should really have something to write about. It's never too late. | ||
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+ | __The National Parks Association of N.S.W.__ (Central Region) has advised that at the Extraordinary General Meeting on 28th November 1961, it was agreed that Group Membership will be discontinued. | ||
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+ | The circular continues "Group Membership has failed to procure the large number of members, which it was designed to do; and, it does not nearly pay for the journals, bulletins and meetings, as well as capitation fees of 2/6 per head to State Council. | ||
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+ | The matter was brought before the General Meeting at this time because of the imminent merging of the Caloola Club with the Central Region will mean more and larger Bulletins, more meetings and outings and the opportunity for all Association members to take part in coach trips. | ||
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+ | 'It is felt that the ordinary subscription of 15/- (£1 for married couples) is quite reasonable for what members receive from the Association, | ||
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+ | The present Group Memberships will continue until June 30, 1962, when the N.P.A. hopes that all Group Members will become fully financial members of the Association. | ||
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+ | === From the Launceston Walking club. === | ||
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+ | === Hatswell' | ||
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+ | For all your transport from Blackheath contact Hatswell' | ||
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+ | Booking office: 4 doors from the Gardners Inn Hotel (look for the neon sign). | ||
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+ | Speedy 5 or 8 passenger cars available. Large or small parties catered for. | ||
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+ | Fares: | ||
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+ | * Kanangra Walls: 30/- per head (minimum 5 passengers) | ||
+ | * Perry' | ||
+ | * Jenolan State Forest: 20/- per head (minimum 5 passengers) | ||
+ | * Carlon' | ||
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+ | We will be pleased to quote trips or special parties on application. | ||
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