25 Dec 2003 - Sky's the limit
For Christmas this year, Chris and Pete are going sky-diving from 10,500 feet out at the airport. Happy landings boys. . .
21 Dec 2003 - Liz in London Still, but not alone
Cath, Sarah and Denise have departed for London to spend Christmas with Liz and visit more of the Hill tribes that frequent those parts. Trips to France and other parts of Europe are also envisaged. Have a great time girls. . . Peace on earth has arrived at Danbury Drive for Dave and the boys.
7 Dec 2003 - Chris Booked
Chris has taken a part-time job in the local book store. 30 hrs a week unpacking the stock. Its getting him a bit of money whilst continuing to look for other options.
27 Nov 2003 - Belle of the Ball
To celebrate the end of High School, Cath attended the formal leavers dinner, held at the Launceston International Hotel. Wearing clothes designed and made by Liz, and make-up by Melissa she looked pretty as a picture. A good time was had by all and her high-school days are now behind her.
16 Oct 2003 - Enox is Enough for Chris
To celebrate Chris's birthday, the family went out for dinner to Enox, where Peter has been working part-time in the kitchen. The food was excellent. Seen here are, Cath, Sarah, Chris and Alice.
21 Sept 2003 - Dinky Dai
Dave is now a fair dinkum Aussie. All very informal, got the papers signed by Pete's basketball coach (now a politician), had an interview with the post-master (whom I park next to everyday) and got the certificate from the local Mayor. who I have known for many years with whom I have worked on several software projects. About the only advantage I can see is that I can now leave the country and get back in with less hassles. Didn't even have to swear allegiance to the queen as they have dropped that bit.
31 August 2003 - Flour Power
Peter is back in the kitchen, starting work as an apprentice chef in a local restaurant. Meanwhile Cath is spending a week doing work experience in the local florist shop. We are expecting some wonderful bouquets Cath... That just leaves Chris at a lose end at the moment as the vineyard work seems to be over for the season.
23 July 2003 - 
for Catherine
Cath surprised herself this week, managed to answer all the questions correctly and now has a learner drivers licence. Look out Launceston!
29 June 2003 - Liz Sneaks Back
Liz surprised everybody by walking in unannounced this evening. We all thought she was still in England, but has come home for 2 weeks to help celebrate Cath's 16 birthday next week. Its great to have her home for a few days.
15 June 2003 - On the Grape Vine
This is where you heard it! Both Chris and Peter are working full time this week! Its only casual work; pruning vines at local vineyards. Peter is at Pipers Brook, and Chris is at Tamar Ridge. No free samples unfortunately.
1 June 2003 - Cup-Cake Cath
It's been solid rain all week-end here, but to-day Cath has taken over the kitchen and knocked up some delicious cup-cakes, so afternoon tea will a treat at least... Meanwhile Sarah has spent a few days on a school camp at Wadamana in the highlands and now they are both on 2 weeks holiday from school... hope the weather improves.
16 May 2003 - Famished
This week-end Cath took part in a 40 hr famine to raise money for those less fortunate. She had several friends up for support and they all seemed to survive quite well.
21 April 2003 - Bush Bunny
For a change from the usual Easter activities, Dave went bush for a trip to Frenchmans Cap in the South-West, leaving more buns and eggs for the rest of the tribe. There are a few
notes and pictures online.
7 April 2003 - Almost Footy Legend
Chris is currently playing footy (Australian Rules) for a small local club (Perth). I dont think its going to be a major career move, they have yet to win a match. Meanwhile Peter is making a bit of money picking fruit and vege, currently broccoli...
22 March 2003 - Dave goes back to school
As part of a trip to the UK, Dave attended an old school reunion, catching up with many old friends, some of whom he had not seen for over 30 years. It included a trip around the school where one of his old classmates is currently deputy head. Also found time to catch up with family in Faversham. Further details and photos from the reunion may be found
here13 Feb 2003 - Ghost of schooldays past
Spectres from the past visiting this week were Ron and Gill Moss. Dave went to school with Ron and until recently had not seen him since 1966. They are on a month long trip around Australia, but unfortunately only spent a couple of days in Tasmania. Great to catch up though, and we did manage to visit a couple of local attractions. Ron is organising a school reunion in March this year, details
here11 Feb 2003 - Long time no see.
We were lucky this week to be visited by some friends we last saw in Sweden in 1976. Margie and Janne Anderberg were on a walking holiday in Tasmania. (Driving a Peugeot, not a Volvo) They also now have 3 girls and 2 boys and live near the Blue Mountains in NSW. We helped get their vehicle to one end of the overland track and left them at the other.
1 Feb 2003 - Gone South West
Liz and Dave spent a few days in rugged SW Tasmania this week. Flying in by light plane to a remote gravel strip, they spent the next 7 days hiking back to civilization. This entailed some beach walks, swimming in the sea and lagoons, crossing a couple of small mountain ranges, several river crossings by ropes and one using rowing boats, forest walks and plenty of very muddy button-grass plains. (
map) Liz has now resumed her travels and is currently in Thailand, heading for Europe again.
21 Jan 2003 - Cheery Cherry
Whilst visiting her daughter Verity , who is in Sydney for a year, cousin Cherry took time out to visit us. A very lively week-end was enjoyed by all. It included trips to several local attractions and the summit of cradle mountain.(Shown are Bob, Liz, Verity, Cherry and Dave)
To celebrate the end of High School, Cath attended the formal leavers dinner, held at the Launceston International Hotel. Wearing clothes designed and made by Liz, and make-up by Melissa she looked pretty as a picture. A good time was had by all and her high-school days are now behind her.
To celebrate Chris's birthday, the family went out for dinner to Enox, where Peter has been working part-time in the kitchen. The food was excellent. Seen here are, Cath, Sarah, Chris and Alice.
For a change from the usual Easter activities, Dave went bush for a trip to Frenchmans Cap in the South-West, leaving more buns and eggs for the rest of the tribe. There are a few notes and pictures online. 
Chris is currently playing footy (Australian Rules) for a small local club (Perth). I dont think its going to be a major career move, they have yet to win a match. Meanwhile Peter is making a bit of money picking fruit and vege, currently broccoli...
Spectres from the past visiting this week were Ron and Gill Moss. Dave went to school with Ron and until recently had not seen him since 1966. They are on a month long trip around Australia, but unfortunately only spent a couple of days in Tasmania. Great to catch up though, and we did manage to visit a couple of local attractions. Ron is organising a school reunion in March this year, details here
We were lucky this week to be visited by some friends we last saw in Sweden in 1976. Margie and Janne Anderberg were on a walking holiday in Tasmania. (Driving a Peugeot, not a Volvo) They also now have 3 girls and 2 boys and live near the Blue Mountains in NSW. We helped get their vehicle to one end of the overland track and left them at the other.
Whilst visiting her daughter Verity , who is in Sydney for a year, cousin Cherry took time out to visit us. A very lively week-end was enjoyed by all. It included trips to several local attractions and the summit of cradle mountain.(Shown are Bob, Liz, Verity, Cherry and Dave)
