Look out, Melbourne! 20 - 27 August 2013 [Blue Train Dinner Sunday 25th]

[erkpod]

I haven't, but it may be limiting to those who may come late or need to leave early.

Well these reasons rule it out.

How was Blue Train last time? It seems like a place I need to visit given the name. LOL.

 

[JessicaTam]

Well these reasons rule it out.

How was Blue Train last time? It seems like a place I need to visit given the name. LOL.

Blue Train was good. I got there a bit late and would like to go back.

 

[Hvr]

Blue Train was good. I got there a bit late and would like to go back.

I agree. Just make sure that you don't let them move you from the table early.

 

[erkpod]

Blue Train was good. I got there a bit late and would like to go back.

Is Blue Train near Docklands? Is it easy for people who aren't me to get there?

 

[Hvr]

Is Blue Train near Docklands? Is it easy for people who aren't me to get there?

You walk along to Southbank. If you tell me where you're staying I can pick you up from Docklands.

 

[erkpod]

You walk along to Southbank. If you tell me where you're staying I can pick you up from Docklands.

I'm staying at Astra Apartments aka Exo. I should be fine as I'll probably be out all day anyway.

 

[JessicaTam]

So far the attendees are:

erkpod
JessicaTam
Hvr

And apologies:

serfty
straitman

Any one else coming along (possible to Blue Train)?

 

[serfty]

I'm staying at Astra Apartments aka Exo. I should be fine as I'll probably be out all day anyway.

It's a fair hike - I'd Take a train from Southern Cross Station to Flinders St Station.

www.astraapartments.com.au/melbourne-docklands

 

[erkpod]

It's a fair hike - I'd Take a train from Southern Cross Station to Flinders St Station.

https://www.astraapartments.com.au/melbourne-docklands

Knowing me, I'd probably be catching a train into Flinders St that afternoon in any case.

 

[serfty]

Knowing me, I'd probably be catching a train into Flinders St that afternoon in any case.

Getyourself a Myki and load with "Myki Money"

- $3.50 all day on weekends ... Zones 1/2

- $3.50 for at least two hours and $7 all day in Zone 1 on weekdays,

Tickets & Fares | Metro Trains

Metropolitan myki fares - Public Transport Victoria

 

[erkpod]

Getyourself a Myki and load with "Myki Money"

- $3.50 all day on weekends ... Zones 1/2

- $3.50 for at least two hours and $7 all day in Zone 1 on weekdays,

Tickets & Fares | Metro Trains

Metropolitan myki fares - Public Transport Victoria

I've got a Myki from my last trip. I must remember to put it in my wallet.

I think it will be a while before I get the same thing in Sydney (Opal) as the usage area at the moment is quite small & all the areas are covered by my staff travelpass.

 

[Hvr]

So what time are we meeting on Sunday night? Basically anytime after 5.30pm is good for me.

 

[erkpod]

So what time are we meeting on Sunday night? Basically anytime after 5.30pm is good for me.

That's fine with me. Might depend on what time Jessica's jetting in from SIN & how much of a nap she needs.

 

[JessicaTam]

That's fine with me. Might depend on what time Jessica's jetting in from SIN & how much of a nap she needs.

Sleep is over-rated. :!:

I get in about 10.25 so will be fine by the afternoon. 5.30 sounds fine.

 

[erkpod]

Sleep is over-rated. :!:

I get in about 10.25 so will be fine by the afternoon. 5.30 sounds fine.

Works for me. Any of the SIN lounge hoppers are more than welcome to join us!

 

[tuapekastar]

I'll be in Sunbury on the 25th and likely stuck there till quite late, so am very doubtful for dinner.
If this changes I'll let you know.

 

[straitman]

JessicaTam and Penegal could you please put the expensive wine away for a few more days:?:

Unfortunately our plans have changed and we won't be in Melbourne tomorrow night. We are stuck in the warm weather in Cairns for another day and then have to scurry straight home on Wednesday after we fly in.

I'll have a look at what other night I/we might be able to get back to Melbourne.

 

[erkpod]

JessicaTam and Penegal could you please put the expensive wine away for a few more days:?:

Unfortunately our plans have changed and we won't be in Melbourne tomorrow night. We are stuck in the warm weather in Cairns for another day and then have to scurry straight home on Wednesday after we fly in.

I'll have a look at what other night I/we might be able to get back to Melbourne.

I can think of worse places to be stuck at...

 

[penegal]

I was about to enquire about the 20th HSW drinks. That question is now answered


Regarding the 25th, I am tentative... Weather permitting (in this case, bad weather... If I leave the snow around the middle of the day, I will come, but if I leave at ~ 5pm I won't be in Melbourne until you folks are pulling up stumps)

 

[erkpod]

I was about to enquire about the 20th HSW drinks. That question is now answered


Regarding the 25th, I am tentative... Weather permitting (in this case, bad weather... If I leave the snow around the middle of the day, I will come, but if I leave at ~ 5pm I won't be in Melbourne until you folks are pulling up stumps)

I believe the after party will be at Chateau de Erk oohlala Melbourne.