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General => General Discussion => Topic started by: oldmate on March 24, 2014, 03:21:05 PM
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Hi Guys, is anyone going down to the showgrounds to have a look around. On this weekend.
Who from myswag may have stalls or stands there?
I am thinking of having a wander around on saturday
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We will be there.
And I will be there for the hole weekend..... :cup:
I'll even have my own Adventure Walk-up on display.
(Only if the wife doesn't have the baby).
:cheers:
Rod..............
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We are planning to go on Saturday, maybe..... Need to buy a caravan at some stage......
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Is that the one at Mudgeeraba?
Shame I don't live up the hill any more, could have walked to it.
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Is that the one at Mudgeeraba?
Shame I don't live up the hill any more, could have walked to it.
Yep, that's the one. At the MUDGEERABA SHOWGROUND
Corner Mudgeeraba Rd & Worongary Rd, Mudgeeraba.
Hope to find a great deal on a Tinny. ;D
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Could be me, looks to be some good stuff to have a look at.
http://www.ruralscene.com.au/Events/Caravan-Camping-4WD-Fish-Boat-Show/Gold-Coast/ (http://www.ruralscene.com.au/Events/Caravan-Camping-4WD-Fish-Boat-Show/Gold-Coast/)
But, I'm sure its gonna rain, does every other time
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We will be going for a look on Saturday. Not far from ours so will be good. Hopefully they will have the free shuttle bus running so can park at historical museum and bus it in. For Mudgeeraba show this carpark is always quiet and easy to get a park.
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I can't find any information about Parking on the website.... Would be good if they did let us know.....might get the inlaws to drop us off, they live at robina....
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I can't find any information about Parking on the website.... Would be good if they did let us know.....might get the inlaws to drop us off, they live at robina....
Do your In laws have a shuttle bus? ;D ;D
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Might be worth a drive by on the day. From memory the shuttle had a pick up from firth park also.
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Who is going to arrange the MySwag stall?
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Do your In laws have a shuttle bus? ;D ;D
Perhaps for a fee....... ;D
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We'll be heading down. Parking at the show grounds is generally on vacant land surrounding the grounds, the street or on the grounds itself. You won't have a problem at all
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I will be there all weekend. Drop in and say hi
Tim
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We will be going for a look. Hoping it won't rain again this year.
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Forecast (http://www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts/surfers-paradise.shtml) not looking the best, hope to go up Saturday.
Renno :cheers:
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Yes I have been looking at the forecast and not looking good
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Just like the Indy Cars, always rains.
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May drop in onFriday, if I can find the place, out of my depth in this place,,, ( QLD)
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Mudgeeraba is an easy place to find, and well worth it also.
2 great pubs and the best pie shop on the coast.
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Mudgeeraba is an easy place to find, and well worth it also.
2 great pubs and the best pie shop on the coast.
ok, you got me ;D :cheers:
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Mudgeeraba is an easy place to find, and well worth it also.
2 great pubs and the best pie shop on the coast.
Are you talking about the Panitz Bakery? I would have to agree
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Are you talking about the Panitz Bakery? I would have to agree
Not sure of its name, never bothered to look, always hungry by the time I get there.
It is on Robert Street, near School Street, behind the public pool. The other end of the street is near the Cop Shop and Aldi.
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Yeah that's the one. Not sure if its still called that but it used to be owned by the Panitz family for a couple of generations. I think they still use a wood oven for some things.
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I see that the Mirage RV will be there, so I will be going now for sure, looking forward to seeing 1.
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Arrrrrr. But will you be able to see it?
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They won't be there. Not 100% sure but I think they couldn't get the canvas lost in the fire done and had to push back the customer day a week as well. I wish they were so others could have a look.... they said they were out of pocket a fair whack for not going... so yes for the time being it is still a Mirage ;-)
Renno :cheers:
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That is most unfortunate for these guys.
Hopefully they recover from the set backs.
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There is going to be some very wet canvas after all this rain. We are not far away and it has been smashing down for a good few hours with more to come. Some wellies will come in handy as those fields don't drain very well at all.
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Yeah won't be very pleasant there at all. Is it a tinnie show too? They may need them lol
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Just seen the weather report & they say the show ground is part under water . Those poor Buggers setting up to be washed out . What happened to the Sunshine State ??? Take your Floaties :cheers:
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So no buses from the footy fields on the other side of Mudgeeraba but tiny test runs instead.
Now that ort to be a good show.
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Oh dear!!!!!(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/03/28/za3ypugu.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/03/28/use5y8y4.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/03/28/a9y2ahyp.jpg)
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Anyone for show special
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RIght O Whos Idear Was This Place . >:D
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Anyone for show special
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Can you get me a pair of Waders & a big hat :cup: :cheers:
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194mm in 17hrs will do it.
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Snorkels & Goggles will be issued upon arrival.
What a bugger for all those concerned, the last one we went to was wet, wet, wet.
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Oh dear.
I am sure this show started of in the underground car park at Pac Fair for a reason.
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Jeezzzz :-[ I heard on the radio that is was closed today with the view to try again on Saturday. Didn't think it would be anything like that
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I feel for the poor buggers....even if it fines up...it will still be a mud bath.
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Not good for the suppliers and manufacturers. Bet there will be a no refund clause in their site fee rental agreement somewhere. Also insurance would be almost non existent for flooding in this situation. Hope all of them come out of this OK as it could be a very expensive weekend for some.
KB
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Not good, feel for all the exhibitors.
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Looks like it has been cancelled >:(
http://www.goldcoastbulletin.com.au/news/gold-coast/gold-coast-hammered-with-massive-downpour-closing-roads-and-downing-powerlines/story-fnj94idh-1226867153966 (http://www.goldcoastbulletin.com.au/news/gold-coast/gold-coast-hammered-with-massive-downpour-closing-roads-and-downing-powerlines/story-fnj94idh-1226867153966)
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Word on radio only cancelled today and will hopefully be ok for Saturday, Sunday
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http://www.ruralscene.com.au/Events/Caravan-Camping-4WD-Fish-Boat-Show/Gold-Coast/ (http://www.ruralscene.com.au/Events/Caravan-Camping-4WD-Fish-Boat-Show/Gold-Coast/)
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I think I just heard it was free entry this weekend. May of been hearing things though. Just got the end of an ad on hot tomato
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Ok guys, we need to support the exhibitors (including our very own myswaggers).
The show will finally open tomorrow on Saturday and Sunday. Entry is now FREE for everyone.
Yes, some exhibitors have left but the ones that are left really need your support. Entry fees for exhibitors started from around $3K and a number have lost some stock. The exhibitors aren't receiving refunds for their entry fees if they don't go ahead in the next two days. The A-Van team have lost over $1 million dollars worth of stock alone.
So bring your wellies and your dollars. There is going to be some really good specials.
Hours are Saturday 9am to 5pm and Sunday 9am to 4pm. See you there!! :D
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Will be there Saturday for sure.
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Will be driving up from Grafton,hopping the show will be on,I will check before I leave in the morning,is there any way I can find out if it is on? as I will be leaving about 7.00am Saturday morning,don't want to drive all the way there and it is not on......Pat
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Will be driving up from Grafton,hopping the show will be on,I will check before I leave in the morning,is there any way I can find out if it is on? as I will be leaving about 7.00am Saturday morning,don't want to drive all the way there and it is not on......Pat
At this moment it's a beautiful, sunny late afternoon at Kingscliff. I think tomorrow will be okay
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At this moment it's a beautiful, sunny late afternoon at Kingscliff. I think tomorrow will be okay
Yep same here at paradise point. Just starting to get muggy as all hell now.
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Thanks guys as I am looking forward to going up there and having a look around the show
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Hi Patyv
Yes, the show is definitely going ahead. There was a huge meeting today at 12:30. They have taken into account any rainfall that may occur (not much expected per the BOM QLD as it's blown out to sea). All the remaining exhibitors are really hoping that people aren't dissuaded from coming along. They really need the support.
The official Facebook link is : https://www.facebook.com/RuralScenePromotions (https://www.facebook.com/RuralScenePromotions)
The official website link is: http://www.ruralscene.com.au/Events/Caravan-Camping-4WD-Fish-Boat-Show/Gold-Coast/ (http://www.ruralscene.com.au/Events/Caravan-Camping-4WD-Fish-Boat-Show/Gold-Coast/)
Check out these two sites if you want before coming up. The show is definitely going ahead. The organisers have now made entry FREE to all to encourage people to come. Frantic efforts by the remaining exhibitors have been undertaken since 1pm to make sure that it will all go ahead smoothly as best they can. They are still looking forward to a great weekend with some fantastic specials!!
I recommend bringing wellies or old shoes as the ground is pretty muddy. Definitely, No heels or wedges for the ladies. The water has receded though.
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Thanks for the info,will be there with the boots on
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Hi everyone. Yes It is all going ahead tomorrow and Sunday with free entry. Come on down a have a look around and hopefully support the people that have decided to stay. A lot of us have. Some of these people have lost a lot
Hope to see you there
Tim
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Called in this morning just quickly.
Was there at 09:10, and the grounds were already dry enough for walking about on.
A certain Swaggers CT got a good .... umm.... Flood test I think you can call it, apparently the drinks in his fidge were still cold :cup:
My fav bit is the guy who is selling flood damaged kit, so what you may say, well, he is selling Kayaks... Damaged by flood hey. Yep, Sure, I'll buy 1.
Go have a look folks, well worth it.
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Might head down tomorrow morning. Were there many vans there? No point going if not.
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Called in this morning just quickly.
Was there at 09:10, and the grounds were already dry enough for walking about on.
A certain Swaggers CT got a good .... umm.... Flood test I think you can call it, apparently the drinks in his fidge were still cold :cup:
My fav bit is the guy who is selling flood damaged kit, so what you may say, well, he is selling Kayaks... Damaged by flood hey. Yep, Sure, I'll buy 1.
Go have a look folks, well worth it.
It is now well and truly seasoned.
This was it's first bit of rain it has seen.
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Rod.......
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Not sure if your were there this morning Rod, I didn't loiter as there were real customers looking, so I kept out the way.
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Did I hear correctly, Rod has cold beer in his fridge?. What time does the show close :D :D
:cheers:
KB
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You should make it with 20 mins to spare....
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I was in the office this morning.
I went down there this afternoon.
:cheers:
Rod.........
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Went for a gander this morning. Looks like the site was hit by quite a deluge and subsequent flooding. The water must have been up to a metre deep in some places. A few water damaged vans, and a marquee designated for other exhibitors was apparently awash at one point. It was abandoned afterwards.
Its a shame, but in hindsight that location is not really adequate for this kind of event. Parklands was pretty good, but its no more. There has to be a more appropriate venue sought out in the future.
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I got chatting to 1 of the staff, I mentioned how easy this place floods and I seen it happen many a time as I lived up the street from it for many years. The poor bloke had no idea, they lost a $80,000 van them selves, plus the kit in it.
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I got chatting to 1 of the staff, I mentioned how easy this place floods and I seen it happen many a time as I lived up the street from it for many years. The poor bloke had no idea, they lost a $80,000 van them selves, plus the kit in it.
I agree poor form from the show grounds and show organization. I remember reading a week prior to the rain hitting that it was going to be very wet with that system moving up from NSW. Why with all the weather information were they allowed to set up when there was a strong chance the grounds could go under again. That area is and always will be a massive flood plain with all the water running of Sprinbrook and surrounds.
I really feel for the those affected and hope they are supported to recover lost assets. I would like the show grounds to be given another chance to hold the event again as it is quite a suitable location.
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Went for a gander this morning. Looks like the site was hit by quite a deluge and subsequent flooding. The water must have been up to a metre deep in some places.
texted a mate just before from TJM at the show, he said the same thing...a metre deep in some places and they had 2 foot of water through where he was located. he managed to get his Cruiser out, but their Hilux got flooded apparently (not sure how badly though).
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Went for a gander this morning. Looks like the site was hit by quite a deluge and subsequent flooding. The water must have been up to a metre deep in some places. A few water damaged vans, and a marquee designated for other exhibitors was apparently awash at one point. It was abandoned afterwards.
Its a shame, but in hindsight that location is not really adequate for this kind of event. Parklands was pretty good, but its no more. There has to be a more appropriate venue sought out in the future.
Yep agreed. Carrara stadium I reckon.
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Yep agreed. Carrara stadium I reckon.
Na mate
It nearly went under water also.
Try the footy field next to Mt Tamborine High School, should be safe there.
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Na mate
It nearly went under water also.
Try the footy field next to Mt Tamborine High School, should be safe there.
Hahah yeah, except for the 20 trees that will come down and block the rd in and out. ;D
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My wife and I drove up from Graftom on Saturday morning,had a good loom around and herd the stories from the different vendors some sites were worse than others depending where you were situated,parking there is a real problem as there are no disabled parking areas close to the entrance or any organised parking just park where you can,I think many more people would go if the parking was better.saying that I enjoyed what I seen and the wife seen what we want to get now,and it will be a walk through as it is easier to get into the bed area.
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Hahah yeah, except for the 20 trees that will come down and block the rd in and out. ;D
Then they will have to re-open the 4wd track up the hill then.
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My wife and I drove up from Graftom on Saturday morning,had a good loom around and herd the stories from the different vendors some sites were worse than others depending where you were situated,parking there is a real problem as there are no disabled parking areas close to the entrance or any organised parking just park where you can,I think many more people would go if the parking was better.saying that I enjoyed what I seen and the wife seen what we want to get now,and it will be a walk through as it is easier to get into the bed area.
There was heaps of free organised parking at the rear of the show grounds. Just drive through the gate and you were directed where to park and it was about a 50m walk to enter close to the TJM stand.
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Where to hold the next show will defiantly be a hard one for the organisers in the future. There would be a few not willing to take the risk again, even though it may never happen again at the same time.