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Old 22 August 2019, 10:02 AM   #31
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Old 22 August 2019, 01:31 PM   #32
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Old 22 August 2019, 03:08 PM   #33
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Would absolutely love to attend but I cannot.

Sounds like a fun time to be had, though.
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Old 22 August 2019, 05:27 PM   #34
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OK so the time is 7:00pm on 27 August 2019.

However, the location I am proposing is either:
A. Railway Club Hotel in Port Melbourne; or
B. Rare Steak Midtown in Goldie Place, Melbourne; or
C. Rockpool, Crown Casino

Please let me know if you have any preferences.
Better say now as I'll have to book tomorrow....

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1. Me
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7. Mystery guest from California USA
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Old 22 August 2019, 07:38 PM   #35
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Have fun guys , have to say that I’ve had great steak at Rookpool
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Old 22 August 2019, 09:04 PM   #36
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I think we are up to 11 guys already...
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Old 23 August 2019, 08:59 AM   #37
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Have fun, all!

Well done, Steve.
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Old 23 August 2019, 09:50 AM   #38
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Always liked Railway Club, little more casual for a GTG. Upstairs is especially good for a GTG as it's quite private and secure.
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Old 23 August 2019, 09:55 AM   #39
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Would absolutely love to attend but I cannot.

Sounds like a fun time to be had, though.
Agree to that.. as we'll be in CPH, Copenhagen, that day, during our 16day road trip...with our Bestest of Friends/Neighbors...
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You guys have a Great Time...
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Old 23 August 2019, 06:28 PM   #40
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Well guys, your GTG is going to be classed up a bit, actually quite a LOT! You see you’re going to have an AMERICAN in attendance! Yep, TheVTCguy just landed in Melbourne, staying at the Promenade hotel and working a trade show 27th, 28, and 29th. My vote for location is whichever one is closest and easiest for me to get to from the convention center. I think the show ends at 7:00 so I’ll get out as soon as I can. My number is (US) 858-245-4136. Looking really forward to it and I’m glad we’ll have some US representation there!!!
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Old 24 August 2019, 08:31 AM   #41
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Well guys, your GTG is going to be classed up a bit, actually quite a LOT! You see you’re going to have an AMERICAN in attendance! Yep, TheVTCguy just landed in Melbourne, staying at the Promenade hotel and working a trade show 27th, 28, and 29th. My vote for location is whichever one is closest and easiest for me to get to from the convention center. I think the show ends at 7:00 so I’ll get out as soon as I can. My number is (US) 858-245-4136. Looking really forward to it and I’m glad we’ll have some US representation there!!!
Welcome to Australia Paul,
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Old 24 August 2019, 08:32 AM   #42
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Paul, no international incidents, please. Tie me kangaroo down, sport. Enjoy! Great that you get a chance to meet numero uno of TRF! (I don't believe you have met Steve before). And I get the sense that your being there lead to a GTG opportunity. Well done!
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Old 24 August 2019, 08:33 AM   #43
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Maybe Anna could do the drawing, did you bring Anna ?
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Old 24 August 2019, 08:33 AM   #44
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Well guys, your GTG is going to be classed up a bit, actually quite a LOT! You see you’re going to have an AMERICAN in attendance! Yep, TheVTCguy just landed in Melbourne, staying at the Promenade hotel and working a trade show 27th, 28, and 29th. My vote for location is whichever one is closest and easiest for me to get to from the convention center. I think the show ends at 7:00 so I’ll get out as soon as I can. My number is (US) 858-245-4136. Looking really forward to it and I’m glad we’ll have some US representation there!!!
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Old 24 August 2019, 08:35 AM   #45
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Anna goes everywhere, methinks, Peter!
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Old 26 August 2019, 02:46 PM   #46
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OK the GTG is organised for tomorrow night 7:00-7:30 start.

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Old 26 August 2019, 02:46 PM   #47
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Old 26 August 2019, 02:46 PM   #48
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Old 26 August 2019, 03:33 PM   #49
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Old 26 August 2019, 07:15 PM   #50
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Old 27 August 2019, 03:06 AM   #51
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Old 27 August 2019, 07:16 AM   #52
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Have a good evening Steve and attendees!
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Old 27 August 2019, 08:25 AM   #53
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Have a great time fellas, I’ll be there in spirit!
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Old 27 August 2019, 12:53 PM   #54
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Have a great time fellas, I’ll be there in spirit!
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Old 27 August 2019, 07:40 PM   #55
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Old 27 August 2019, 10:44 PM   #56
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It was a great night, met a lot of new guys, and I think everyone had a really good night sharing stories and discussions.

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Old 27 August 2019, 10:50 PM   #57
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Fantastic night, great to meet everyone! Thanks for hosting TRF, look forward to the next one.

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Old 27 August 2019, 10:51 PM   #58
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Old 27 August 2019, 10:59 PM   #59
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Nice to see it came off splendidly.

Not a scientific study, but am I correct that 85% wore a “professional” model?



The demand curve among WIS is likely the same.


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Old 27 August 2019, 11:03 PM   #60
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There were 10 people in attendance which was perfect for the table and the venue.
The time just went so fast.
The food and wine were excellent and complimented the excellent discussions on topics that we all love.
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