Bendigo Camera Club meets in the Pavilion at Lake Weeroona. P.O. Box 517, Bendigo. 3552. President / Graeme Harvey - Secretary / Val Densworth - Treasurer / Peter Eury - Newsletter Editor / Boyd Robertson - Competition Secretary / Garry Paterson
Thursday, March 16, 2006
February Competition Results
Judge - Val Wilkinson
Image of theNight
and winner of the Black & White Section was taken out by Garry Paterson with his beautiful Black & White print titled "Winter stroll with the kids" taken in the laneway next to the Bendigo Art gallery on a misty morning.
Runner up in the Black & White was Liz Hatcliffe with her image of the Bendigo Law Courts, very aptly titled " Point of Law"
Set Subject Prints - Fence Posts and Gates
The winner was Vicki Harrington with one of her Italy shots titled "Bellagio Gate"
Runner up was Liz Hatcliffe with a lovely shot from "Canterbury Park, Eaglehawk"
Open Colour Prints
Liz Hatcliffe's atmospheric shot "Autumn Light" was the winner
with equal runners up Boyd Robertson [Pic to be uploaded] and Vicki Harrington with another Italian image "Portofino"
Open Colour Slides
[Unfortunately we do not have scans of the slides to post here at this stage]
Cynthia Watkins was both winner and runner up in this section
Set Subject Slides - Fences and Gate Posts
Cynthia Watkins was again the winner with Coral Symons the runner up
Congratulations to all the contributors of images for the February Competition, it was an excellent gallery of photos and gave the Judge Val Wilkinson plenty to think about.
**To view enlarged images, left click on the photo and it will open in an enlarged window, click "Back" to return to the blogspot
Thursday, March 09, 2006
Vietnam Encompassed Itinerary
Vietnam Encompassed
Join members of the
Bendigo Camera Club
On a 12 day Photographic Tour of Vietnam
Departing Friday September 15th
Returning Thursday September 28th
Itinerary:
Day 1 - Arrive Saigon. Transfer to hotel. Afternoon sightseeing.
(B)
Day 2 - Visit Cu Chi Tunnels and Cao Dai Temple
(B, L)
Day 3 - Visit Mekong Delta and Cai Rang Floating Market
(B, L)
Day 4 - Fy to Danang. Transfer by van to Hoi An.
(B)
Day 5 - Hoi An sightseeing including Japanese covered bridge, Tan Ky
(B) house, Fukien Chinese Congregation & silk shop
Day 6 - Travel to Hue via Hai Van Pass
(B)
Day 7 - Perfume river cruise to Thien Mu Pagoda, Mausoleums of Tu Duc
(B) & Hkai Dinh, Imperial citadel, Dong Ba market. Please note train depart at 16.55
Overnight train to Hanoi - soft sleeper
Day 8 - Arrive in Hanoi and transfer to Halong Bay. Cruise on Halong Bay.
(B, L, D) Overnight on boat. Arrive early at 5am. Transfer to aiport and p/u JewelJunk at
8.30 am
Day 9 - Return to Hanoi in the morning. Using buffalo Jewel Junk boat -
(B, L) back to Hanoi at 4pm - no sightseeing in Hanoi included. Overnight train to Sapa.
Day 10 - Arrive in Sapa. After breakfast begin trekking. Overnight in village with local
(B, L, D) family
Day 11 - Return to Sapa. Afternoon in Sapa exploring the market area
(B) Before overnight train to Hanoi.
Day 12 - Arrive in Hanoi in early morning. Day use rooms. Free time to explore Hanoi
before transferring to airport for evening flight home.
Number of Days: 12
Cost for 8+ travellers:
AUD$1170 per person based on twin share
AUD$330 per single supplement if required
Airfare: [from Melbourne]
Singapore Airlines shoulder season fare to Saigon returning from Hanoi AUD$1035 plus
taxes (approx AUD$300) per person. Please note that airfare and taxes are subject to
change until paid in full. Seats may be limited.
Includes:
· Soft sleeper train: Hue - Hanoi, Hanoi - Lao Cai - Hanoi
· Domestic airfare: Saigon - Danang
· All transfers and land transportation
· Accommodation on twin share basis with daily breakfast
· Meals: as shown on itinerary [B-breakfast, L-lunch, D-dinner]
· English speaking guide only
· Sightseeing fees and permits during guided time
· Domestic airport taxes
Not Included:
· International departure tax from Hanoi
· Travel Insurance
· Vietnam Visa
· Personal spending
· Tipping/Gratuities
Notes: Land prices are based on current costs and exchange rates. While we try not to
increase our prices, sometimes this is beyond our control. We reserve the right to
amend prices without notice at any time and ask you to reconfirm the cost with us
when you book.
Terms;
$250 deposit [non refundable, non transferable] for land content, balance 60 days prior to departure
$250 deposit for airfare, balance in 14 days
If desired, members can make their own arrangements for the International flights into
Saigon and out of Hanoi provided they coincide with the departure time of the group.
This Itinerary has been planned specifically for our group, with photographers in mind and the pricing is dependant on a minimum of 8 participants.
If we do not get 8+ particpants , we plan to join the Intrepid “Spirit of Vietnam Northbound” Code VSQ departing on Sunday September 17th and ending Tuesday September 26th.
This trip is of 9 days duration and visits the major cities but does not include the hill villages of the Sapa valley. The same international flights can be used, allowing an extra day in Saigon.
Intrepid are a very reputable travel company and have been conducting tours in South East Asia since 1989. They employ over 300 staff, have over 300 different trips to 50 different countries.
Check out their website www.intrepidtravel.com for more information and booking conditions.
For more information or to book a place on this great trip please contact ;
Bendigo Camera Club
Vicki Harrington
Phone 03 54 436952
Mobile 0414 436952
Email; harringtonvicki@hotmail.com
Another Accommodation option for Bright weekend
Rec'd this email from the Bright Caravan Park [Council park right in the middle of town.]
Once again, a booking should be made very soon if we are going to want accommodation, please indicate your interest in the comments box.
Hi Vicki,
I have 2 cabins available for the dates 27, 28 and 29th April. They are caravan style cabins, with no ensuite and include a double bed, and three single bunks. If you put 4 people in each cabin, the cost would be around $80 per night. You would need to bring all linen, sheets, pillows, blankets and towels, or could hire it at $5 per person. Please call me if you would like to book this, phone is 03 5755 1141,
Cheers Robyn
Once again, a booking should be made very soon if we are going to want accommodation, please indicate your interest in the comments box.
Hi Vicki,
I have 2 cabins available for the dates 27, 28 and 29th April. They are caravan style cabins, with no ensuite and include a double bed, and three single bunks. If you put 4 people in each cabin, the cost would be around $80 per night. You would need to bring all linen, sheets, pillows, blankets and towels, or could hire it at $5 per person. Please call me if you would like to book this, phone is 03 5755 1141,
Cheers Robyn
Wednesday, March 08, 2006
Goldfields Image Makers excursion
This looks a good weekend. Anyone else want to join up with Maryborough for this weekend?
A weekend at Great Western staying in the Shearers Quarters of Allanvale Homestead. Close to winereis and within half hour scenic drive to Grampians. Limited numbers for this action packed weekend. Tour local winery. Enjoy campoven roast on Saturday night. Hot scones in the huge sheares quarters oven. Rolling landscapes old buildings, Homestead.
Cost approx $70.00 per person for 2 nights sheets provide bring own towell and doona.
Great Western Homestead Visit
MayA weekend at Great Western staying in the Shearers Quarters of Allanvale Homestead. Close to winereis and within half hour scenic drive to Grampians. Limited numbers for this action packed weekend. Tour local winery. Enjoy campoven roast on Saturday night. Hot scones in the huge sheares quarters oven. Rolling landscapes old buildings, Homestead.
Cost approx $70.00 per person for 2 nights sheets provide bring own towell and doona.
Goldfield Image Makers
..now have their own blog. Check it out.
www.goldfieldsimagemakers.blogspot.com
www.goldfieldsimagemakers.blogspot.com
Bright Autumn Festival April 28 - May 14, 2006
Bright Autumn Festival April 28 – May14 2006
As you can see this starts the weekend we are planning to visit. I emailed a few parks today and so far have had only the response below; I presume they have vacancies for that weekend.
Check out the Bright Autumn Festival website for the full program. I will post any other replies that I receive on this site.
Please indicate in the comments box if you are planning to go to Bright for this excursion ASAP as we probably should book the accommodation
[The park below equates to $23.35 per person per night[if there are 6 of us], hopefully there is a couple for the queen bed!]
Email rec'd today.
Hi Vicki,
Our villa units accommodate up to six people with 1 queen bed and 4 singles. They are self contained with ensuites, kitchen, lounge, dining, TV, DVD, reverse cycle air, patio with outdoor furniture and the linen to the main bed. They are available for $92 per night for 2 people and $12 per extra person, 16 years and over, per night. Children 5 to 15 years are $9 each per night and children under 5 are free of charge.
Please let me know if I can be any further assistance.
Best regards
Tracey
BRIGHT ACCOMMODATION PARK438 Great Alpine RdBright Victoria 3741Ph/Fax 03 57501001
As you can see this starts the weekend we are planning to visit. I emailed a few parks today and so far have had only the response below; I presume they have vacancies for that weekend.
Check out the Bright Autumn Festival website for the full program. I will post any other replies that I receive on this site.
Please indicate in the comments box if you are planning to go to Bright for this excursion ASAP as we probably should book the accommodation
[The park below equates to $23.35 per person per night[if there are 6 of us], hopefully there is a couple for the queen bed!]
Email rec'd today.
Hi Vicki,
Our villa units accommodate up to six people with 1 queen bed and 4 singles. They are self contained with ensuites, kitchen, lounge, dining, TV, DVD, reverse cycle air, patio with outdoor furniture and the linen to the main bed. They are available for $92 per night for 2 people and $12 per extra person, 16 years and over, per night. Children 5 to 15 years are $9 each per night and children under 5 are free of charge.
Please let me know if I can be any further assistance.
Best regards
Tracey
BRIGHT ACCOMMODATION PARK438 Great Alpine RdBright Victoria 3741Ph/Fax 03 57501001
Monday, March 06, 2006
Vietnam Photographic Tour September 2006
Are you interested in travelling to beautiful Vietnam with a group of about 8 photographers.??
Travelling to Saigon [Ho Chi Minh City], Hanoi, Hue, Hoi An, cruising Halong Bay and visiting the hilltribes of the Sapa valley??
Sound wonderful??
At a cost of only $2,000for 12 days INCLUDING airfares?? [Plus airfare taxes approx $300]
Departure date Sept 15/16th 2006 return date Sept 28th 2006
Interested ??
Then list your name and email address in the comments box at the end of this post to receive more information
{Trip being planned by members of the Bendigo Camera Club but invitation extends to ANY interested persons - not just members of BCC]
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