Reunions - more of 'em? Comments, please.

Several lads have written to say that they always very much enjoy our Reunions, but there just isn't enough time to get around and talk to everyone, which we all want to do.

So - please add your comments to these proposals

1. More 'mini-Reunions'.

Peter Coleman has in the past announced informal gatherings at the Oatley Pub on a Friday evening. No notice is required - you turn up, or not. The pub is a large and pleasant place, well-appointed, with room outside for groups to gather, and it's located conveniently just across the park from Oatley railway station, which is on the Illawarra Line. The pub offers counter meals, and a restaurant, or there are take-way food shops in the main street.

These gatherings were quite well-attended, often with up to two dozen present. They happened about once every three to six months, and were suddenly announced, when Peter had the urge to see his STHS mates. No organization by anyone is required - one circular e-mail is sent. Some lads phoned others to let them know, or see if they'd be there. No bookings, no payment up front. Easy as.

Mini-Reunions don't have to be at Oatley Pub, of course, but the venue seems to work for a lot of blokes.

So - more of these?


2. Long-stay reunions.

The weekend at Murramurrang Resort seemed to allow everyone more opportunities chance to catch up with more blokes. Is this a better model than the one-evening reunion? It doesn't have to be at Murramurrang, of course.


3. One-night Stands

We are all busy people - the One-evening Every Five Years model is probably as much time as many of us can spare. If these one-nighters leave us wanting more, then that's great. Makes us look forward all the more to the next one, and try hard to get there.

4. Delegation

There was some disappointment expressed about the lack of material on the display table, the absence of name tags so we could identify each other... all quite constructive and apposite criticisms. Clearly, some reunion organization tasks need to be delegated to co-ordinators.


Comments, please. And comments on the comments...