minchton Posted February 14, 2005 Report Share Posted February 14, 2005 When we decided to host the Conference 2005 we had to come up with a suitable theme. We chose "TIME OUT TARANAKI". This was to become more appropriate than we ever imagined. We organised a visit to the Abalone farm! they took "Timeout" and closed the doors :evil: . Next was Brooklands Aquarium: MAF made them "time-out' no visitors. . O.K. lets try catering; sweet all organised, menu good! sorry we are taking time-out find some-one else :oops: . Bus driver arranged!! no he's taking time-out to get over a heart attack . Accomodation: well nearly arranged until part closed down. More "time-out" In spite of all this we have arranged a Conference that you will need "TIME-OUT" from after all the fun we have arranged. Sorry about the delay but we also managed to persuade Caryl's printer to take "time-out" so delaying the Aquarium World, with initial information. Now is the "TIME-ON" to start planning for your trip to CONFERENCE 2005 Taranaki Queens birthday 4-6th June 2005. TAPS CLUB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caryl Posted February 14, 2005 Report Share Posted February 14, 2005 We are getting there re the printer Minch so AWs should be out by the end of the week (I hope). Looking forward to conference. Let us know when the registration forms have gone out to clubs please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cees Posted February 14, 2005 Report Share Posted February 14, 2005 email me whatever info you have and I'll put in the conference section of main site. Cees Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caryl Posted February 15, 2005 Report Share Posted February 15, 2005 We all stay together mystic and we will look after you - assuming you have joined the FNZAS by then of course as it is members only. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Posted February 15, 2005 Report Share Posted February 15, 2005 I got a big shoulder Mystic Alan 104 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caryl Posted February 15, 2005 Report Share Posted February 15, 2005 The FNZAS conference is mainly to host our AGM. Prices vary and will be known once the registration forms are sent out (usually in March). Costs are kept to a minimum as many attendees are retired or beneficiaries and all are merely hobbyists. Accommodation is usually in a motel but some clubs are able to offer one or 2 billets. We meet on the Friday night informally to catch up with old friends and gossip etc. Saturday is usually the AGM itself which we try to get over with as soon as possible (by 3pm). Sometimes guest speakers are also arranged. That evening we go out together for a meal somewhere then often arrange to meet some later in someone's motel room for a coffee and laugh. Sunday we seem to be going on a bus trip. I don't think I am allowed to tell you where we are going (more detail is up to Minch and his team to divulge if they wish) but it is a chance for the host club to show off their province. At least one winery is on standby so some drinking will be involved. One of the other stops is a place we went to last time Taranaki was host and I, for one, found it very interesting and am pleased we are returning there. Sunday evening is another meal out and laughs as per Saturday night. Monday we all head home again rejuvenated, happy, informed and replete (plus some of us will have prizes and/or raffles we have won)! All you bring is money to pay for it (and a bit extra for the raffles). We are well supported by a number of aquatic wholesalers (in the past these have included places like Brooklands, Masterpet, Kongs, Petware, Petpro, and Jansen's) and they donate goods for our raffles. We have had tanks, heaterstats, books, fish food, filters, t shirts, Stresscoat/Zyme JBL Test kits etc all donated to our raffles previously. It varies each year. Each delegate gets a 'conference pack' with a few sample packs of various products plus information leaflets etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Modern Angl Posted February 15, 2005 Report Share Posted February 15, 2005 I need to check when and where the next kapi-mana club meeting is, its the last wednesday of each month. You can join then. I'm sure someone here will know what the details are Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Posted February 15, 2005 Report Share Posted February 15, 2005 Tell ya what Mystic, it's a long way to walk from Da Nui, but most delegates and observers from the area where you are, pool their cars. I got further to walk than you tho. Alan 104 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caryl Posted February 15, 2005 Report Share Posted February 15, 2005 We are driving up and could probably pick you up on the way through mystic. Our car seats 6 (7 at a pinch) and I think there might be 4 of us (maybe just Grant and I even). I can't help much with costs until the Taranaki club sends out the information later. Usually it is $50 registration plus accommodation and 2 meals which are usually in the $20 - $25 range. Reg covers the bus trip, morning and afternoon teas etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Modern Angl Posted February 15, 2005 Report Share Posted February 15, 2005 I haven't planned that far ahead mystic, I don't know what I'm doing next week, never mind in June Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MGilchrist Posted February 16, 2005 Report Share Posted February 16, 2005 Our car seats 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caryl Posted February 16, 2005 Report Share Posted February 16, 2005 Will do! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wok Posted February 16, 2005 Report Share Posted February 16, 2005 Caryl I had no Idea that your MX5 could accomodate so many people :lol: are you getting a trailer :-? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caryl Posted February 16, 2005 Report Share Posted February 16, 2005 It is magic wok - more than 2 people and it miraculously turns into a Honda Odyssey people mover Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bart687 Posted February 23, 2005 Report Share Posted February 23, 2005 I hope to make it to the Conference but with living in Nelson and having to get the ferry then the train or plane, as the plane is $230.00 one-way , and train (I would'nt know). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caryl Posted February 23, 2005 Report Share Posted February 23, 2005 We are driving up so all you need to do is bus to Blenheim or the Picton ferry terminal and travel with the rest of your club. We share costs with the club usually subsidising some of the fuel costs and paying for the vehicle(s) on the ferry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caryl Posted February 24, 2005 Report Share Posted February 24, 2005 Of course you can come and we will hold your hand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caryl Posted February 24, 2005 Report Share Posted February 24, 2005 no idea at this point Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joze Posted February 24, 2005 Report Share Posted February 24, 2005 I am in Mystic, will still be carless then most likely *grumble* am very happy to carpool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Modern Angl Posted February 24, 2005 Report Share Posted February 24, 2005 I'll check with Laura and see if she's up for a trip to Taranaki, might then see who has car / boot space Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wok Posted February 24, 2005 Report Share Posted February 24, 2005 you forgot to mention the flaming fish scales painted on the car too Mystic :lol: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
minchton Posted February 25, 2005 Author Report Share Posted February 25, 2005 Good news guys and gals The registration forms will be posted this weekend. Please take note of the warning re accommodation. :lol: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Modern Angl Posted February 25, 2005 Report Share Posted February 25, 2005 it'll be in Porirua as Kapi-Mana club arranging it Obviously were half asleep at that point during the meeting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucid Posted February 25, 2005 Report Share Posted February 25, 2005 yay, I will be able to make that one lol B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southern man Posted February 26, 2005 Report Share Posted February 26, 2005 jody will need towels for the spa save it for nxt year when i can come up!! its a great weekend once the meeting is over its PARTY time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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