GUT2407 Posted July 25, 2016 #526 Share Posted July 25, 2016 harry the hub's pies aren't quite the same since they were franchised off. I am off the sixties in the RNZN when we would bounce of the walls of HMAS Kuttabul coming back from the Cross to find the Harry de Wheels pie cart outside Garden Island dockyard gate. Officially it was Harry de Wheels but some kiwi sailors stole the wheels and thus we called it Harry de Hubs. Without being racist it isn't the same to see an Asian serving up a pie, mushy peas, gravy on a paper plate and plastic fork. Some of the old romanticsm has gone over time Agree not as good, but still one of the best, mass market type. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted July 25, 2016 #527 Share Posted July 25, 2016 Officially it was Harry de Wheels but some kiwi sailors stole the wheels and thus we called it Harry de Hubs. Love it.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted July 26, 2016 #528 Share Posted July 26, 2016 More proof that drop bears do exist. http://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-07-25/australia-dropbears-win-quidditch-championship/7658246 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted July 26, 2016 #529 Share Posted July 26, 2016 More proof that drop bears do exist. http://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-07-25/australia-dropbears-win-quidditch-championship/7658246 I heard about that, World Quiddich champions, can't beat that can you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted July 26, 2016 #530 Share Posted July 26, 2016 Not until the next world championship anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodyren Posted July 26, 2016 #531 Share Posted July 26, 2016 Not until the next world championship anyway. We may have more glory sooner than you think. Word is that at this very moment Australia's highest profile statesman Sir Les Patterson is winging his way to Rio to bribe* (* tip for our USA friends) high level IOC delegates to secure a late berth for Quiddich at the upcoming Olympics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted July 26, 2016 #532 Share Posted July 26, 2016 We may have more glory sooner than you think. Word is that at this very moment Australia's highest profile statesman Sir Les Patterson is winging his way to Rio to bribe* (* tip for our USA friends) high level IOC delegates to secure a late berth for Quiddich at the upcoming Olympics. Oh well if Sir Les is behind the push its a sure thing I'd say. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrs and mrs Posted July 26, 2016 #533 Share Posted July 26, 2016 Vote 1 Hermione Granger for captain.:eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodyren Posted July 26, 2016 #534 Share Posted July 26, 2016 (edited) Oh well if Sir Les is behind the push its a sure thing I'd say. Speaking of the great man. It may be helpful if someone(who have the skills to insert pictures) could post a photo of Les. This could assist our overseas visitors in understanding how high the bar is set when it comes to dress code and behaviour in the MDR on formal nights when cruising in Australian waters. Edited July 26, 2016 by woodyren Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted July 26, 2016 #535 Share Posted July 26, 2016 Speaking of the great man. It may be helpful if someone(who have the skills to insert pictures) could post a photo of Les. This could assist our overseas visitors in understanding how high the bar is set when it comes to dress code and behaviour in the MDR on formal nights when cruising in Australian waters. Like this one Of my hero Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted July 26, 2016 #536 Share Posted July 26, 2016 Or a portrait Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrs and mrs Posted July 26, 2016 #537 Share Posted July 26, 2016 After a good feed in the MDR http://www.abc.net.au/radionational/image/5347018-3x2-700x467.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted July 26, 2016 #538 Share Posted July 26, 2016 Or for a full appreciation of our Cultural Attaché to the Court of Saint James you need an interview Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodyren Posted July 26, 2016 #539 Share Posted July 26, 2016 Recently the Trump family has been accused of stealing speeches. I'll go on record to state that I believe Donald himself has tried to steal Les's styling secrets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russell21 Posted July 26, 2016 #540 Share Posted July 26, 2016 (edited) I have a rather graphic image of a Drop Bear attack. I put it in this post but then deleted it because it's very bloody and graphic. Drop Bears are no joke. Edited July 26, 2016 by Russell21 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozziepost Posted July 26, 2016 #541 Share Posted July 26, 2016 More proof that drop bears do exist. http://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-07-25/australia-dropbears-win-quidditch-championship/7658246 Just don't stand underneath one especially around Cape Otway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted July 26, 2016 #542 Share Posted July 26, 2016 We may have more glory sooner than you think. Word is that at this very moment Australia's highest profile statesman Sir Les Patterson is winging his way to Rio to bribe* (* tip for our USA friends) high level IOC delegates to secure a late berth for Quiddich at the upcoming Olympics. I can't believe that, surely Kevin would have been a better option.:p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted July 26, 2016 #543 Share Posted July 26, 2016 I can't believe that, surely Kevin would have been a better option.:p in "his" mind anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted July 26, 2016 #544 Share Posted July 26, 2016 I have a rather graphic image of a Drop Bear attack. I put it in this post but then deleted it because it's very bloody and graphic. Drop Bears are no joke. No joke at all, they are the world champions.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted July 26, 2016 #545 Share Posted July 26, 2016 Just don't stand underneath one especially around Cape Otway. Exactly, may get hit by a Bludger.:p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted July 26, 2016 #546 Share Posted July 26, 2016 in "his" mind anyway. I personally think Kevin would be better for us if he was overseas.:p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted July 26, 2016 #547 Share Posted July 26, 2016 I personally think Kevin would be better for us if he was overseas.:p You may have a point, and if all his mates went with him:D:D:rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted July 26, 2016 #548 Share Posted July 26, 2016 You may have a point, and if all his mates went with him:D:D:rolleyes: I don't know if he has any, but his former colleagues on all sides would be good.;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bpos Posted July 29, 2016 Author #549 Share Posted July 29, 2016 Overseas visitors to Australia love to cuddle or/and hold Koala bears as they seem to be such cute little animals and everyone loves them. Can I just say if you are fortunate to be able to hold a Koala during your visit downunder then please take the following precautions: A Wear a full raincoat that covers you from head to toe B If A above not applicable, then try a plastic sheet or poncho from a $2 shop. WHY is it necessary to take these precautions??? The answer is simple - the little cute Koala will pee all over you - and I can tell you from experience that your Husband/Wife/friend on the cruise will not want to be within 10 meters of you for the rest of the day or perhaps even the next several days? Even a Australian Government minister some years ago experienced what I have outlined above - I think it cost him his re-election. But even worse - the bus driver who took you on the tour will probably not let on on his bus for the trip back to the ship - imagine that. Is it that bad - yes it is. You may even be denied entry back on the ship and even if you do get aboard, your cabin steward will probably call the Head Housekeepert and have you put in quarantine for a week. If you want to cuddle a Koala then follow the advice in A and B above. It is now almost two months since this warning about Koala's was published. Since then not one report in the local, national or international media of a Koala peeing on a valued overseas visitor. I can only conclude from this, the following: A The Koala's have cleaned up their act. B All overseas visitors have read this warning and are taking heed of the advice thereto. C A combination of A and B above is in play. Aussie Cruise Critics - take a bow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrs and mrs Posted July 29, 2016 #550 Share Posted July 29, 2016 It could be time to start mentioning, one of the deadliest, creatures in Australia This creature can render, one unable to walk. Man,woman,animal,pushbikes,even motor vehicles. Usual lies in wait at bottom of garden, known to totally end back-yard footy and cricket matches. This creature is of course. THE THREE CORNERED JACK. Sometimes has other names. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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