Warbird Information Exchange

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Hi all

I am going to Wanaka 2006 at easter and I thought thjat by now a lot of forumites plus the Flypast lot would be going as well .

I will be there for 10 days but in Wanaka the Friday and Saturday as well as Sunday night.

Given that forumites from Aus , UK , USA and all over the world will be there perhaps we could ORGANISE a get together so at least we all have a sort of "Red lion of the South" event where we all sit around and have a social get together ....

So Perhaps it could work like this
1) List here if you are going for sure
2) I will sus out likely places we can meet for dinner/drink
3 ) Strat anm email stream to keep in touch so we all know whats happening

So are you going ?

Regards
John P

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Sunshine State Air Farce

Hi Setter

I am tempted, this maybe an alternate to visiting the States next year. All I have to do is convince the present Mrs EN830 that she wants to endure the 24 hour flight to Christchurch +stop over, it'll be for a good cause.

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Ian

'Classic Wings' will most likely have a tent there, but not confirmed at this time. Sounds like a few 'new' aircraft will make their debut.
I believe Steve P is intending to be there.

Dave

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Hi Guys - accomodation at Wanaka is very scarce - Mrs Setter has just done our bookings and we are now fine but trust me if you are going and haven't booked - get cracking it will be hard

For those of you who want to crash togethere in a large nice house here is a lead Anne downloaded from an email she got this morning

"Kia Ora


Lake Wanaka Tourism informs me that you are searching for accommodation over

the Warbirds Over Wanaka weekend. We have just released a large family home over

the show which is still currently available.


Wanaka House is a 4 bedroom house that can sleep 8 and is available at a

nightly rate of $700. This rate includes all linen, power and GST.


Please note that there is a minimum 4-night stay over the show weekend.


Please have a look at the website www.wanakacottage.co.nz for some images

and description on the property – go to the House Rental Page and Gallery Page for images.



With kind regards



Linzi



Wanaka House


T: 03 443 8425





Regards
John P

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Sunshine State Air Farce

Hi Setter

I'm working on the wife, she seems keen to try New Zealand, and we are looking at flights.

Any idea what the camping is like in the Wanaka area, we may tour the country by mobile home.

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Ian

Hi EN830

There is a great area overlooking the airfield where lots of people park motorhomes - you get a fantastic view - NO REALLY fantastic view of the airfield and the snow capped mountains - go to the WOW site and they should help you with costs , facilities etc

Kindest regards and look forward to seeing you

John p

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Air Vice Marshall
Sunshine State Air Farce

Well no surprises here that I will once again be attending.

will be floating arounf the region for a week or so so should have no troubles teeing up with any gathering.

It would be great to see everyone at Mandeville (Croydon Aircraft Company) for those that have a particular interest in deHavilland machines, before or after.
We hope to be at WoW also, aircraft, weather and everything else permitting.
Setter can fill everyone in on what we have, if I recall he was here not that long ago

Hi

Yes I was there last year and I shall again (just booked tonight) next year for a look around - fantastic place with so much rich heritage both DH types and others so Don't miss it and so close to Wanaka - you would hate to miss out - a Dragon Rapide and a Dragonfly flying on the same field - Fanrtastic plus lots of Tigers . Leapoards, Puss and other types - An Oxford/Ambassador being rebuilt REALLY lots to see and do and they have a nice restraunt etc - well worth the visit

Here are some more of Mrs Setters (Annie) tips for places to stay in Wanaka following her research - get in quick because they seem to dissapear really fast

"Dear Anne,
>
>
> Thank you for your enquiry. The following properties are available for
> Warbirds Over Wanaka Easter 2006, subject to confirmation from the
> property owner. Many of these properties can be viewed on our web site,
> http://www.wanaka-reservations.co.nz but tariffs for warbirds are much
> higher than any other time of the year.
>
>
>
> The property owners have requested a minimum of a 4 night stay.
>
> Cardrona Chalets Modern 2 bedroom fully self contained chalets
> located in the historic
> $200/night village, 15 minutes from Wanaka and 45 minutes
> from Queenstown.
> For more information view the following web page
> http://www.cardronachalets.co.nz/
>
> Sunrise Apartments Modern upmarket 1 and 2 bedroom apartments.
> Amenities
> $400/night Include two bathrooms, garage, and access to
> swimming pool,
> Gym, and tennis court. Each apartment has a
> dishwasher, microwave,
> Flat screen TV, and DVD player. Apartments are
> just a short walk
> To Lake and facilities at Edgewater Resort.
>
> 18 Meadowstone 3 bedrooms ( 1 double, 2 singles, and 1 bunk) 2 bathrooms,
> $180/n dishwasher, microwave, TV, log fire and electric heating,
> washing machine, drier, BBQ, garage. Conventional
> holiday
> home, in Meadowstone
>
> 2Mill End 3brm (1king & 2dbl & 2s) 1 bathroom, dishwasher,
> $300/n microwave, washing machine, TV , log burner,
> dryer. Large unit close to Edgewater Resort,
>
> 64 Bills Way 3brm (1dbl & 4s), new house, deck, dishwasher,
> $300/n microwave, TV, fridge/freezer, washing machine,
> dryer, garage, 2 bathrooms, electric heat.
> Modern home close to Edgewater.
>
> 6 Sycamore 4 bedrooms (2 doubles and 4 singles ) 2 bathrooms,
> dishwasher,
> $400.00/night TV, microwave, log burner, washing machine, drier.
> Large modern
> family holiday home, within walkin distance to
> lake and town.
>
> 106b Kings Drive 4 bedroom new home (3 doubles and 2 singles) 2
> bathrooms
> $450/n dishwasher, microwave, TV, video, DVD player, stereo, BBQ,
> Washing machine, drier, log fire. An upmarket
> apartment, north
> Facing with all day sun.
>
> 20 Winders Rd 4 bedroom (2 doubles and 5 singles) 2 bathrooms, TV,
> $400/n video, stereo, dishwasher, microwave, log burner, gas and
> electric heating, washing machine, dryer. Large
> modern unit.
>
> 122 Mt Iron Dr. 4 bedroom (3 doubles and 2 singles) 2 bathrooms, TV,
> $400/n stereo, dishwasher, microwave, gas and electric heating,
> washing machine, dryer. Modern holiday home in Mt
> Iron
>
> 123 Meadowstone 4 bedroom new home ( 1 Queen bed, 6 singles )
> $450./n Microwave, dishwasher, T.V video, stereo, 2 bathroom,
> washing machine and dryer. Brand new home designed
> with
> flair for indoor outdoor living close to the lake.
>
> 94 Meadowstone Modern 4 bedroom home ( 3double beds and 2 Single beds),
> $450.00/night two bathrooms dishwasher, microwave, fridge/freezer, TV,
> stereo, BBQ,
> washing machine, log fire plus electric heating,
> garage. A large two
> storied home, close to lake and town centre.
>
> 96 Meadowstone New 4 bedroom home ( 2double beds, 3 Single beds, and 1
> bunk) two
> $450.00/night bathrooms, dishwasher, microwave, fridge/freezer, TV, DVD
> player,
> Stereo, BBQ, washing machine, electric heating,
> heat pump, garage.
> A large two storied new home, close to lake and
> walking distance to town
>
> 559 Anderson Rd., 4 bedroom house ( 2 Double beds and 4 single beds)
> $400.00/night 2 bathrooms, dishwasher, microwave, TV, video,
> Stereo,
> washing machine, dryer. Modern character house
> situated
> behind the township on Mt Iron with panoramic
> views .
>
>
>
> Linen is not supplied but can be hired at $14.00 per person per week, or
> you are welcome to make your own arrangements. Our aim is to provide an
> enjoyable and relaxing holiday experience with all the comforts of a home
> away from home. We have photographs of most properties and further
> information should you require. We look forward to hearing from you soon.
>
>
> Kind regards,
>
> Pete and Annette Barrow
> Wanaka Reservations
> PO Box 144
> Wanaka
>
> http://www.wanaka-reservations.co.nz/
> 0064 03 443 1599
> 0274 332 460
>
and .......
Hi >From Wanaka,
We have just had a cancellation for a brand new luxury 2
bedroom apartment,Alpine Resort Lake Wanaka.Sky digital,DVD,
modern kitchen,own lock- up garage,own laundry.On site tennis
court,heated pool,jacuzzi, gym/games room,and petanque court.
Rate is $295 per couple and $45 per extra guest.If interested
please advise and I will get my personal assistant to email
some photos.As the complex is brand new and not due for final
completion until November 10 so the website is not built.Easter
is a 4 night minimum
Regards,
Michael.
+64 21484437

and .................
Dear Anne,

I have been forwarded your email by Lake Wanaka Tourism in the hope I can find you some accommodation here in Cromwell as all accommodation is now completely full in Wanaka.
Cromwell is a 35 minute drive from Wanaka and if you are going to the Air show ,as most people seem to be, the airfield is on the Cromwell side of Wanaka.
Most accommodation in Cromwell is also booked however I can offer you a motel unit, brand new still under construction but finished well before April or Home stay bed and breakfast accommodation.
Please get back to me if you would like to be accommodated here in Cromwell and I will get back to you with the options and prices.I will be able to book the accommodation on your behalf if you are able to supply your credit card details.

Yours sincerely
Helen Scoles
Manager

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Air Vice Marshall
Sunshine State Air Farce