Regional Rural Roadtrip Report

Stephen and colleague John Webb felt it was time to visit some regional NSW universities. And this time to do so on the road for convenience and to save the company some dosh. Paulie was able to join us and indeed found a lovely hotel to stay in. So on October 8th, the brave trio drove into the sunset via Lismore (Southern Cross Uni), Armidle (Uni of New England) and Bathurst (Charles Sturt Uni).

John and Stephen met up with a couple of Pro Vice Chancellors, delivered a seminar at each venue, did some meet and greets, and enjoyed the scenery. Paulie had time to work on her projects. A near miss of a large kangaroo in our braking efficient trusty white hire car (Daffney) sent Paulie ("Gunner Turnbull") into an uncomfortable position. The less specific change of pace and absence of airports was appreciated. The 4 day trip ended when we left Daffney at Sydney Airport and flew home.

Leg one- catch up with Lismore folks	Grafton
		Up to the New England tablelands	and at Glen Innes...
a stretching stop
Leg 2. Armidale. A vineyard guest house. Paulie caught with chewy sweets		Paulie's work corner whilst the lads present at UNE
	A local drive to unwind after talk		Dangars Gorge
			Checking out an unwell black snake
Tamworth Barber and Pig Dog supplies		Near Muswellbrook - open cut coal in Hunter Valley
A shoe delivery to the team photographer	Bylong catherdral
	A 5 foot kangaroo jumped on the road. The brakes worked. But those not wearing seat belts whilst sleeping ended up less lucky than the Roo!	Leg 3. Charles Sturt Uni, Bathurst preparation	Team Prep
Ready.	Stephen just tolerates videoconferencing to other campuses- it never works & is distracting when folks don't mute their mics.