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Good (Friday) morning. Overnight Low of 11.7C and it's presently 26.7C (heading to 30C), fairly clear and calm. Rain expected this evening and into tomorrow. Yesterday: Hay shifted out of the shed (sausaged) and extra pallets sourced. Then I took the chainsaw for a wee wander to take care of a...

G'day Mate and welcome to TBN from Downunder. Enjoy the site.

Good (Thursday) morning. Overnight Low of 7.7C and it's presently warmed up to 24.1C, clear with a gentle breeze. Run into town was successful, although I forgot one of my scripts for the chemist. I noticed a 'drip' from one corner of the house gutter which meant that a leaf-plug had built up...

Congratulations on your new rig.

Good (Wednesday) morning. Overnight Low of 8.5C and it's presently 23.6C (already 1.6C above the predicted High and it's only 1022). Fairly clear with a gentle breeze. Gave myself a haircut yesterday and then 'got stuck into' collecting/disposing of tree branches. 3 ute loads and I estimate...

It's not just loud noise that effects or causes hearing loss... 'constant' noise will, over time, do it too. Navy training has led me to always wear hearing protection (and appropriate PPE), even today. I don't have significant hearing loss, however I do have some and the culprit turned out to...

Good (Tuesday) morning. Overnight Low of 12.9C and it's presently warmed up to 24.4C (heading to 27+C), fairly clear with a gentle breeze. Right, I've got to get off my arse and start collecting/disposing of all these tree limbs. Other than that I'm enjoying the warmer temperatures... after...

Well, I've had my Z355E for a couple of years now. It's been flawless for what I need. What I mean by that is that it's not 'commercial' and that I need to keep my mouth firmly shut due to rough ground 'jarring' = the suspension simply isn't up to those standards. I purposely bought it due to...

Good (Monday) morning. Overnight Low of 12.9C and it's presently 25.1C. Partly cloudy and calm. There was 0.5mm in the gauge... but that was from the remainder of yesterday morning, after 0700. I've a few 'projects' that I can tackle over the week, especially as the weather & temperature has...

Of course I know what a Donk is. :D (y)

Wattle tree wood rarely grows thick enough to use for heating firewood. Mostly we use certain types of eucalypt for firewood, "ironbark" being the best. Also certain pine trees, like a "she-oak". Other than 'non-native' hardwoods that you'd be familiar with, most eucalypt trees are considered a...

After a 'Googling' it looks like they only eat native seeds and pine-cones (plus those nasty grubs inside tree limbs). Those beaks are bloody powerful & can shred a tree-limb down to the core to get at those grubs. It seems that I have a number of native trees that attract them, though.

Shy in that you can't approach them. They're mostly close to my the house though, in the blackwood trees that I have around the property. 2-6 at a time.

Good (Sunday) morning. Overnight Low of 10.9C and it's presently 17.8C, overcast & calm. There was 1mm in the gauge @0700 and it continued to lightly rain during the A.M. whilst I was at Church. Yesterday's 'pick-up-sticks' started well... and then I noticed more dead branches... and more dead...

An 'inspection camera', put down into the bottom of the tank, will show you whether there's a biological growth or not.

Good (Saturday) morning. Overnight Low of 10.2C and it's currently 23.0C, mostly cloudy with some wind. What with the wind I've had the past few days I suppose I'll need to do a pick-up-sticks round of the property... yeah, another wattle tree branch has come loose. One of the causes of these...

Yeah, I did. All she did was 'stare' at her computer screen until I acquiesced (yeah, big word) to remaking the new appointment. What can you do in this day and age, eh?

Good (Friday) morning. Overnight Low of 8.9C and it's presently 18.8C, high-overcast with a steady wind. There was 3.5mm in the gauge @ 0900. Well, yesterday's Doctor appointment was a bust. Short story is that, despite having an 'appointment' card and receiving a text reminder (which I had to...

Good (Thursday) morning. Overnight Low of 8.5C (due to wind chill) and it's presently 14.2C, overcast and 'blustery'. There was 0.7mm in the gauge @ 0900. Not much on for today aside from a doctor appointment @ 1430; a follow-up from the blood-work last Friday. As I've mentioned before...

Good (Wednesday) morning. Overnight Low of 11.6C and it's presently 15.5C, overcast with steady, increasing wind. There was 1.4mm in the gauge @ 0900. 'Tractor fun' yesterday was reduced as half of the job (plus travel time) was not required. I did receive a bottle of Pinot Noir for my efforts...

You'll be right, Mate... Safety is, for the most part, taking a moment or two to consider 'what could go wrong or happen' and taking the necessary precautions. If you think it's 'dodgy', then it probably is.

Good (Tuesday) morning. Overnight Low of 9.5C and it's presently 18.1C, overcast & fairly calm at the moment. Not much to report except I'm off to change into my work clothes to have that 'tractor fun' with the hay delivery that should be happening soon. That's about it, take care all.

OK. Then I won't mention that Penelope the Pussybeast brought in a small, freshly killed bunny rabbit this morning. (oh, wait... I just mentioned it)((bugger))

G'day Mate and welcome (although you did 'join' in '19) from Downunder.

Good (Monday) morning. Overnight Low of 10.8C and it's presently 17.5C, overcast with a breeze. There was 0.8mm in the gauge @ 0900. It's a dhobi day as I'm down to one pair of clean undies. 😁 I should 'prep' the tractor as tomorrow will be a 'tractor fun' day as some members of the local 'Mad...

Good (Sunday) morning. Overnight Low of 12.8C and it's presently 18.3C, overcast & calm. There was 3.5mm in the gauge @ 0700. I'm off to Church in a few minutes and then the rest of the day is His. That's about it, take care all.

Good (Saturday) morning. Overnight Low of 15.3C and it's presently 21.8C, overcast & calm. The BOM actually got it right when they 'predicted' rain; there was 15.3mm in the gauge @ 0900 with more rain to come throughout the day. The tanks are full. YAY! All 'in town' tasks completed yesterday...

It's the same down here, especially the 'Black Friday' sales, which can be truly confusing for Australians as we have several, anniversary, "black" days referring to historic catastrophic bush fires.

Good (Friday) morning. Overnight Low of 13.5C and it's presently 19.7C, 'high overcast' & calm. Rain expected tomorrow... So I'm glad that the "Wagtail Park Wood-stacking Festival" is completely over for another year. Today will be a town trip to pick up a couple of cases of wine at the PO...

Plus a 'wedge' of sharp/aged cheddar cheese! It's the same as a ploughman's lunch. Cheddar cheese truly compliments the apple.

The English word/expression is a "hoar frost".

Good (Thursday) morning. Overnight Low of 11.9C and it's presently 18.1C, overcast & calm. Today will be a 'clean up' day from where the split wood was dumped. However I first have an appointment to attend @ 1020. This morning I received a text request from the Mad Agisting Horse Woman...

Congratulations to your Son, Sigarms.

Good (Wednesday) morning. Overnight Low of 10.9C and it's presently 16.3C, overcast and fairly calm. There was 0.3mm in the gauge @ 0900. I accomplished a lot WRT wood-stacking yesterday however, despite stretching prior to, I annoyingly cramped up (left calf) when I toddled off to bed last...

Good (Tuesday) morning. Overnight Low of 10.9C and it's presently 23.7C, partly cloudy and calm. A productive day yesterday; although the 2-stroke whipper-snipper started on the first pull, died and then refused to re-start. So I put it away and did a Z-turn mow around the house/driveway. That...

Good (Monday) morning. Overnight Low of 12.7C and it's presently 20.2C, overcast with a steady breeze. Well, today's plan of carrying on with wood-stacking has been put on hold 'til tomorrow; a text reminder said that I have a 'driver's medical' this arvo @ 1600. So I've decided to do a load of...

Good (Sunday) morning. Overnight Low of 11.6C and it's presently 15.8C, overcast & calm. There was fog this morning which has now cleared off. I can 'see' the end of wood-stacking, one more 'row' to go. Which I'll get at on Monday. In the meantime, I'm off to Church in a few minutes and then...

Good (Saturday) morning. Overnight Low of 8.7C and it's presently 22.9C (waaay above the predicted 20C). Partly cloudy a fairly calm. A great arvo spent stacking wood and today will be no different. That's about it, take care all.

Good (Friday) morning. Overnight Low of 2.7C and it's presently 21.3C, clear & calm. There was 0.5mm in the gauge @ 0900. Dental check-up/clean was quick & easy. In'n'out within 20 minutes, so I must be doing everything right with my dental hygiene routine.😁 The evening's dinner/meeting also...

Good (Thursday) morning. Overnight Low of 7.7C and it's presently 18.7C, clouding over with rain predicted this arvo. Fairly calm. Successful 'into town' trip yesterday and the split wood had dried enough that I was 'good to go' for more stacking. What with the expected rain and an early arvo...

G'day Mate and welcome to TBN from Downunder. Enjoy the site.

Good (Wednesday) morning. Overnight Low of 8.6C and it's presently 16.3C, overcast with misty rain easing. Fairly calm. There was a surprising 6mm of rain in the gauge as only the chance of 1mm was predicted. I did get a good amount of wood stacked yesterday. I'll need to judge how 'slippery'...

Good Lord, I am so sorry for your loss.

Good (Tuesday) morning. Overnight Low of 7.5C and it's presently 20.7C, somewhat overcast but calm. Pretty much a repeat of yesterday = wood-stacking. I suppose it could go faster if I didn't treat the process like a jigsaw puzzle but I'm sure that 'locking' them into place reduces shifting as...

Well, with so many 'light' circuits not being activated something must be 'common'. And that's a good thing. A circuit diagram, as mentioned provided free from your JD dealership, will help to nail it down. I know that at my dealership they'll even grab a mechanic to advise where to look (at no...

Good (Monday) morning. Overnight Low of 3.9C and it's presently 23.2C, clear and calm. The UV index is expected to top at 8 this arvo. If all goes well, this will be a wood-stacking week over at the wooden shed's lean-to as temperatures are expected to be in the lower 20's (C, of course, 70F)...

My favourite bird is a Willie Wagtail. It also works for the horses that are on the property. I even named my sumptuous property the grand name of "Wagtail Park", with said sign adorning my roadside gate.

G'day Mate and welcome to TBN from Downunder. If your 'fuse panel' is anything like my 4105's have you tried swapping around the relays that are also on that panel. On mine all of the relays are the 'same', just plugged into different positions. Relays are indicated with a "K", as in 'K1'...

Good (Sunday) morning. Overnight Low of 9C and it's presently 16.7C, fairly clear and calm. There was a dribble of rain in the gauge from yesterday's thunderstorm... not worth recording. Lovely march and Remembrance ceremony yesterday. The thunderstorm finished up prior to our 'stepping off'...

Good (Saturday/Remembrance Day) morning. Overnight Low of 16.1C and it's presently 22C (heading to a predicted 27C!). Right now there is a thunderstorm passing over with calm winds... it'll be all over by the time the parade/ceremony happens @ 1100. The High temperature yesterday topped 33C! I...

Good (Friday) morning. Overnight Low of 11.5C and it's presently 26.5C, clear & calm. Wind will pick up this arvo. I did get some more wood stacking in yesterday arvo prior to the Parrish Council meeting. I reminded them that about a wreath for Remembrance Day... they'd forgot and asked if I...

Good (Thursday) morning. Overnight Low of 15.3C and it's presently 24.5C, humid with high cloud cover and fairly calm. There was 1.0mm of rain in the gauge. The trip into town was successful plus I needed to make a 'driver's medical' appointment (annual) due to my having Type II diabetes. No...

Mate, we all had to start at sometime. TBN has been indispensable in my acquiring any and all of my tractor knowledge... especially when it comes to my 'stuff ups'.

;) I don't know who 'they' are but they're probably 'townie/city folk'. It's a heck of a lot more expensive (property & living expenses) down South. There's a huge, metal sign, in the shape of Tassie with "42" cut into the centre, on a property this side of Ross heading South on the Midlands...

Good (Wednesday) morning. Overnight Low of 15.5C and it's presently 18.7C (heading to 21C). Overcast with wind predicted to moderately increase. Some rain estimated for this arvo. Wood stacking continued yesterday and I should be able to finish the 'house' side stacking today... in fact, I just...

Buggered if I know... as far as I do, The South of the State had one more 'holiday' than the North (historic 42nd parallel division) so 'they' came up with one more to even things out and simply named it that. :D

Good (Tuesday) morning. Overnight Low of 8.9C and it's presently 20.0C, somewhat overcast/sunny with a bit of a breeze. Looks to be a repeat of yesterday, wood-stacking-wise. That's about it, take care all.

Good (Monday) morning. Overnight Low of 8.9C and it's presently 19.6C, high, overcast, clouds and fairly calm. Apparently it's a holiday here and only for Northern Tasmania. "Recreation Day". When you're retired some of these days tend to go right past you without notice. Tomorrow is the...

Good (Sunday) morning. Overnight Low of 8.8C and it's presently 15.1C (going to 17C), partly cloudy & calm. I'm off to Church in a half hour and then the rest of the day is His, although, doing a wee bit of dhobi this arvo shouldn't 'count'. To my N.A. Mates; have fun re-setting all of your...

Good (Saturday) morning. Overnight Low of 5.4C and it's presently 17.1C, mostly cloudy with a gentle breeze. Yesterday's tasks accomplished, especially the first mow around the house/driveway. That was in anticipation of the wood delivery next week... when the wood-blokes showed up! :D They...

Good (Friday) morning. Overnight Low of 8.8C and it's presently 18.2C, mostly cloudy with a bit of a breeze. Yesterday turned out to be a marathon 'pick up sticks' arvo in preparation for the first mowing of the season. I do love having all of these mature trees around the property & driveway...

Good (Thursday) morning. Overnight Low of 10.6C and it's presently 17.3C, overcast and fairly calm. Well, I got the wattle branches 'shifted'; it took 3 ute loads. I then remembered to order my split wood for delivery... it'll arrive sometime next week and then I'll begin my annual "Wood...

Good (Wednesday) morning. Overnight Low of 2.6C and it's presently 19.5C, fairly clear and calm. As I wrote yesterday, today is 'into town' day for mail & groceries. Followed by cleaning up the wattle branches downed yesterday. The first 'mowing' around the house is looking to be close...

Good late (Tuesday) arvo. Overnight Low of 5.8C, High of 20C and it's presently 19.7C, partly cloudy with gusting wind. Like everyone, found that TBN was 'down'... which lead to my getting off my backside and tackling a few outside projects, including the star-picket straightening and, despite...

Good stuff Ibrahim... love your work. (y)

Good (Monday) morning. Overnight Low of 8.7C and it's presently 18.2C, overcast with wind increasing. Noticed that the "Mad Horse Woman"'s Standardbred has returned from being 'started', so we're back to two horses on the neighbouring paddock. Their water trough gets filled from my shed's tank...

Good (Sunday) morning. Overnight Low of 5.8C and it's presently 13.5C (heading to 20C), fairly clear and calm. As per usual I'm off to Church in about a half hour and then the rest of the day is His. That's about it, take care all.

G'day Mate and welcome to TBN from Downunder. Enjoy the site.

Good (Saturday) morning. Overnight Low of 3.9C and it's presently 19.2C, somewhat overcast with a breeze. Gave myself a haircut yesterday. I've used one of those round bladed head shavers to give me a #2 all over, followed by a beard trim and an ear hair clean out. Next was to take a 'tour'...

Good (Friday) morning. Overnight Low of 2.9C and it's presently 15.4C, cloudy with a slight breeze. The new set-top box was retrieved and the 'set up' went, surprising, smooth! That's a first for the year when it comes to anything electronic. Not much 'planned' for the rest of the week...

Good (Thursday) morning. Overnight Low of -0.3C (glad that I put a fire on yesterday arvo) and it's presently 15.8C. Fairly clear with a breeze. A 'smattering' of rain, including a moment of granular hail, yesterday but nothing indicated in the gauge. Of course I get a text from the PO this...

Good (Wednesday) morning. Overnight Low of 2.1C and it's presently 15.9C. A very blustery evening/night somewhat continuing through today. It's clear at the moment. Yesterday I did get the bottles to the tip (free for recyclables) + I stopped off at the PO as I'm expecting a new satellite 'box'...

Good (Tuesday) morning. Overnight Low of 10.8C and it's presently 19C, mostly overcast with a breeze that is predicted to increase. For some strange reason the empty-wine-bottle box is full and needs to be emptied in the recycle bin at the tip... It's a mystery as to how this accumulation...

Good (Monday) morning. Overnight Low of 6.9C and it's presently 20.6C, somewhat overcast with a slight breeze. There was 10.7mm in the gauge @ 0900. A lovely on&off rainy day yesterday and the tanks are full. I'll probably need to put a fire on in the woodheater Wednesday, for a few days...

Good (Sunday) morning. Overnight Low was, again, 10.4C and it's presently 12.4C. It was sunny with a mist when I awoke but is now beginning to cloud over. Rain for most of yesterday but it really poured down around midnight, with thunder! There was 13.5mm in the gauge @ 0730. I'm off to Church...

Good (Saturday) morning. Overnight Low of 10.4C and it's presently 16.8C, overcast with off & on rain showers. It's fairly calm but the winds could increase later. So, it's an 'inside day' today. Which is fine, although I did spot another branch down in Paddock #3 that looks to be resting on...

Good (Friday) morning. Overnight Low of 5.7C and it's presently 27.3C (way above the predicted 22C, and it's not yet noon). Light cloud cover with a gentle breeze. Rain with a moderate 'flood warning' alert in place for tomorrow & Sunday. Hmmm... a least my tanks will be full to overflowing. I...

<snert> Yeah, I hear you. It's also that time of the year (for me) to check under both visors in case a huntsman spider is hiding there. They're harmless but 'big' with long legs. o_O

Good (Thursday) morning. Overnight Low of 6C and it's presently 25.7C! It's fairly clear with a gentle breeze. Yo-yo mid-Spring temperatures/weather for sure. We're expecting a heavy rain event this weekend. Not much on for the daytime. Hopefully I can have a video chat with my Aunt (in...

Good Lord, I just checked the outside temp and it's gone up to 30C! That's 90F. [(30 x 2) + 30] That's a fairly good way of quickly converting C to F.

G'day Mate and welcome to TBN from Downunder. Sorry that I wasn't able to 'jump in' with suggestions as I was busy all last week. Enjoy the site, from wherever in the world you are.

Good (Wednesday) morning. Overnight Low of 3.8C and it's presently 23.4C! (that's it for the woodheater... at least for a while, being mid-Spring and all) It's clear and calm. <whoof!> I guess that my body isn't quite over last week as I was 'crashing' in my chair last evening by 2030. 😌 (and...

Good (Tuesday) morning. Overnight Low of 2.5C and it's presently 18C, clear and calm. There was 0.5mm in the gauge @0900. Everything planned yesterday accomplished... today I'll tackle that wattle tree branch. Other than that I'm just getting back into my usual weekly retired routine...

G'day Mate and welcome to TBN from Downunder. Enjoy the site.

Good (Monday) morning. Overnight Low of 3.3C and it's presently 17.1C, mostly sunny with an increasing breeze. Very good night's sleep with a wee bit of a 'sleep in'. Today is definitely a dhobi day (catching up on all of last week) and I'll need to make a run into town to collect a couple of...

Congratulations on the new rig. Yeah, the JDQA is simple to use, robust and I've never had a problem getting a FEL attachment in that 'configuration'. Enjoy.

G'day Mate and welcome to TBN from Downunder. Enjoy the site.

Good (Sunday) early afternoon. Overnight Low of -0.1C and it's presently warmed up to 18C, cloudy with a breeze. I'm back from Church and now, after doing a few chores, the rest of the day is His. Knowing the TBN policy of no politics, I'll simply say that 'my side' of the referendum...

Good (Friday) evening. Overnight Low of 4C and it got up to 18C during the day. Partly cloudy with the odd breeze. Great day at the 'booth' and more help has arrived for tomorrow. My side of the referendum is 'on track' to resoundingly win, but, of course, we won't get 'cocky'. Even though the...

Good (Thursday) evening. Overnight Low of 11C, daytime High of 18C (wind-chill made it 13C) and it's presently 17.8C. Some gusty wind in the arvo with the odd shower. Firstly, apologies for having to 'skip' everyone's postings from yesterday up to now. As to my day's it's practically the same...

G'day Mate and welcome to TBN from Downunder. Enjoy the site.

Good (Tuesday) evening. Pretty much a "groundhog day" from yesterday... Low of 4C, High of 16C and it's presently 12C, calm and partly cloudy. Same sort of day on the 'pre-poll' station as yesterday. Sure, there's the (very) odd, passionate advocate for their cause (both sides, to be fair) but...

Good (Monday) evening. Overnight Low of 4.1C, High of around 16C and it's presently 13.2C, lightly overcast and calm. A good day on the referendum 'booth'. I've always 'got along' with the bloke running the opposition to 'my side' (when it's a Federal election) and the same is holding true...

Good (Sunday) morning. Overnight Low of 0.2C and it's presently 7.4C, clear and calm. Looks to be a repeat of yesterday. As usual, I'm off to Church in about a half hour and then the rest of the day is His. Tomorrow (and for the rest of the week) I'll be, hopefully, 'reporting in' in the...

G'day! Mid Saturday evening... overnight Low (0700) of 0.0C! The day did warm up (at the polling station) to the point where I needed to strip down to my t-shirt. The High was 17C, clear & calm and it's presently 10.9C. I'm pretty much 'buggered' from a full day at the 'station'. I got there...

Good (Friday) morning. Overnight Low of 2.4C and it's presently 15.8C, clear with the odd breeze. Doing a 'turn' around Wagtail Park (mostly looking for any more wind/tree damage) I noticed that the 'Mad Horse Woman' was having the saddle fitting done. Other than that, all's well around the...

I remember having a riding lesson in a crowded arena (3-4 different riding schools using it. Downtown Sydney) when someone walked a miniature horse passed the arena... A majority of these highly disciplined 'schoolmaster horses' stopped and wouldn't really answer their riders until they'd been...

Good (Thursday) morning. Overnight Low of 5.7C and it's presently 13.4C, overcast with the wind predicted to pick up this arvo for a bit. There was 6.7mm in the gauge @ 0900 and I believe that the rain is over for a while. A 'motivation' day is called for, now that the rain has stopped. Due to...

<snert> It took me a moment to realise you were referring multiple skulls/scalps and not the Naval slang word for 'toilet'. Strangely, it's only the USN that uses the singular 'head'. Everyone else (Naval-wise) uses the plural 'heads'. :)

I've never received one of these letters... until today! The correct mailing address (hand written) and it even included my full middle name which no one ever uses and if it is used it's just an initial. The only way that 'they' would've got that is if they used the Shire's tax assessment...

Good (Wednesday) morning. Overnight Low of 7.1C and it's presently 12C, overcast with a breeze & raining. There was 9.1mm in the gauge @ 0900. It's 'into town' day for mail and groceries. Later this arvo will be some 'shed' work. I believe that the 'Mad Horse Woman' is going to have her...

Good (Tuesday) morning. Overnight Low of 7C and it's presently 16.6C, overcast with a steady breeze. There was another 3mm in the gauge @ 0900 and it continues to rain. Yay! So, more 'indoor' sprucing for today. It is taking a while to get into sync with the 'advanced' time.o_O That's about...

Mate, you're singing 'The Technician's Lament'. :LOL:

Good (Monday) morning. Overnight Low of 4.1C and it's presently 18.6C, partly overcast with a breeze coming this arvo. A localised 'micro-burst' of rain yesterday put 3mm into the gauge... the aerodrome got nothing. September was a very dry month for me with only 10.6mm total. Still, I was...

Good (Sunday) morning. Overnight Low of 13.9C and it's presently 19.8C, overcast & breezy with scattered light rain. I've 'successfully' sprung-forward, time wise. I'm off to Church in a half hour and then the rest of the day is His. That's about it, take care all.

Good (Saturday) morning. Overnight Low of 10.1C and it's presently 25.9C! Fairly clear with variable winds throughout the day. This warm weather can't last for long... we're only one month into Spring so 'cold snaps' have to be coming. Tonight is "Spring Forward" an hour on our clocks. I've...

Good (Friday) morning. Overnight Low of 12.1C and it's presently 22C. Another high-overcast day with variable breezes. Another 'groundhog day'... which is strange expression as there are no groundhogs in Aus. ;) That's about it, take care all.

Good (Thursday) morning. Overnight Low of 8C and it's presently 20.2C, lightly overcast with a wee breeze. Nothing really on for the day, just enjoying life in general. That's about it, take care all.

:LOL: Which, of course, means the exact opposite for me. Very warm temperatures and drought. Bushfire 'season' has already started and farmers are considering livestock reductions... water and fodder shortage being considered.

Well, I've certainly learnt something today. (y)

Good (Wednesday) morning. Overnight Low of 3.4C and it's presently 18.6C, fairly clear & calm. Woodheater is off, probably until Monday... Ahh, Spring, eh? Well, it's 'into town' day for mail & groceries. Not much on for the remainder. That's about it, take care all.

Ta, Mate... and he didn't really find 'anything', even the tartar accumulation wasn't bad. She's home now and just a wee bit 'groggy' but has had something to eat. All's well. AND I was only charged A$189. No need for the next 5 years.

Good (Tuesday) morning. Overnight Low of 3.4C and it's presently 17.6C, clear with a gentle breeze. Purposely up 'late', quick 'tubs' and dressed (no coffee or breaky) IOT catch & take Penelope to the Vet for 0830 = success! They'll call sometime this arvo to pick her up. Fortunately, a teeth...

Good (Monday) morning. Overnight Low of 6.3C and it's presently 18.1C, overcast with a very light breeze. A wee bit of a shower predicted for later this arvo. I reckon a bit of a house cleaning is in order... especially around Penelope the Pussybeast's food area. She has to 'fast' as of 2100...

Wow, I just found out that Roger Whittaker pasted away on the 13th of September!

Good (Sunday) morning. Overnight Low of 8.9C and it's presently 11.6C (heading to a predicted 17C), it's calm with high cloud cover. The blackwood branch was all taken care of in less than an hour. Isn't life good when you've got the right tools for the job, eh? I'm off to Church in a half...

Good (Saturday) morning. Overnight Low of 3.4C and it's presently 19.5C, clear and calm. And a good thing too as I've noticed a large blackwood tree branch that has split & hanging amongst a few lower branches. I'll be able to handle that with the Makita pole-saw & chainsaw. The end of the...

Good (Friday) morning. Overnight Low of 2C and it's presently 15.6C, mostly clear and calm. There was 0.3mm in the rain gauge @ 0900. Great meeting last evening (good 'pub' meal too). Home by 2130. More 'pick up sticks' planned for the day. That's about it, take care all.

Good (Thursday) morning. Overnight Low of 0.9C (yep, the wood-heater is back on) and it's presently 16.6C, calm with a high overcast. There was 1.5mm in the gauge @ 0900. Minimum damage from the wind from the past couple of days. Pretty much sticks to pick up. Not much planned for today. I've...

OP, if you put an 'inspection camera' down into your tank the biological growth will be at the bottom and will look like fairy-floss (cotton-candy) mixed with phlegm. Yeah Mate, you'll need to drain the diesel tank (and dispose of that fuel), then pour in at least 5liters (or a US Gallon) of...

Good (Wednesday) morning. Overnight Low of 9.9C* (*wind chill dropped it 'all over the shop') and it's presently 16.5C, clear & windy. There was 3.1mm in the gauge @ 0900. Well, the weatherguessers got it right yesterday = high gusting gale-force winds after 1430. I'm glad that I took down my...

^^^ I agree with careyo63. I've never seen a QA like this but it looks like a variation on the JDQA system. Of course, it's not compatible with the JDQA... just a variation.

Good (Tuesday) morning. Overnight Low of 10C and it's presently 22.4C, mostly clear and the wind is increasing... 'we' are under a severe wind (gale) warning starting late this arvo &, perhaps, some rain tomorrow morning. At this time of the year (onset of Spring) the predictions are all over...

Good (Monday) morning. Overnight Low of 8.9C and it's presently 19.5C, partly cloudy and the wind has abated to an odd breeze. The 'Mad Agisting Horse Woman' collected her horse from Paddock #1 yesterday arvo. So, later on, I'll clean up the few 'droppings' & tidy up the paddock. She's got her...

G'day Mate and welcome to TBN from Downunder. Enjoy the site.

Good (Sunday) morning. Overnight Low of 8.5C due to wind-chill. It's presently 13C and has calmed down a lot, but still a bit of a breeze. Fairly clear. As usual, I'm off to Church in a half hour and then the rest of the day is his. The 'Mad Agisting Horse Woman' will be around sometime today...

Good (Saturday) morning. Overnight Low of 8.9C and it's presently 20.1C, mostly cloudy with a strong & steady wind. These lovely temperatures are expected to last 'til Wednesday, when I'll need to put the fire back on in the woodheater. It looks like the 'fuel reduction' burn is out as the wind...

Good (Friday) morning. Overnight Low of 8.1C and it's presently 21.7C, fairly clear with a bit of a breeze that's expected to increase during the day. It's still a bit smoky from the reduction burn. Good trip to Launie yesterday. I got there and parked with a good hour 'in hand' so I was able...

Bugger. I do hope that the OP gets back to us with how he's getting on.

G'day Mate and welcome to TBN from Downunder. Other than what you're already doing, I'd torque all of the wheel lugs to the 'manual' specs. 'Snug' every nut that you can access, lubricate everything with a grease nipple (zerk) AND lubricate everything that moves (without a grease nipple) with a...

HA! I didn't (don't) know you can do that... mind you, I've stated that I've had to be dragged into the 21st Century before and this would apply. Besides that, this whole scenario started when I attempted to 'upgrade' to my new my mobile phone. All's well with the day and I'll report tomorrow...

Good (Thursday) morning. Overnight Low of 10C and it's presently 17C, light overcast with light smoke haze. It's calm and yesterday's predicted wind did not manifest, which was good as there was no danger of the 'fuel reduction' burn flaring up. The smoke haze is still around but, thankfully for...

Good (Wednesday) morning. Overnight Low of 8.1C and it's presently 21.6C, lightly overcast (more of a 'film' as the sun is coming through) and calm (claim of stronger wind this arvo). After I posted yesterday I noticed a grey haze that increased in intensity. A quick review of the State's Fire...

Yes to both... although it's during my Autumn. Heck, due to my Navy service, I've been jabbed with so many things that (upon retiring) I was half way through my second 'WHO International Vaccination' booklet. :D

Well... bugger.

Good (Tuesday) morning. Overnight Low of 8.1C and it's presently 17.3C, mostly overcast (no rain though) and fairly calm. Not much on for today but life is good, so there you go. :) That's about it, take care all.

Good (Monday) morning. Overnight Low of 8.2C (decidedly opposite of the predicted, frosty, 1C!) and it's presently 15.3C, fairly calm with light cloud. I'll get to Paddock #5 clean-up in a while + the water hose section replacement. Later on I've got a Parish Council meeting over at the Church...

Good (Sunday) morning. Overnight Low was a 'crisp' -0.5C and (back from Church) it's presently warmed up to 20.9C, calm and clear. The horses weren't shifted yesterday but were gone when I returned from Church, so it looks like some "tractor fun" tomorrow... that's when I'll replace the water...

^^^^^^^ As oldnslo recommends BUT I would replace the fuel filter with a brand new one. Remember to fill the new filter with fresh diesel prior to installing. Don't forget to drain the fuel bowl. Good luck and welcome to TBN from Downunder.

Good (Saturday) morning. Overnight Low of 5.3C and it's presently 15.7C, clear with a light breeze. There was 3mm of rain in the gauge from a surprise downpour late yesterday morning. I did, indeed, pick up a 30m length of water hose yesterday and will get it installed today. The 'Mad Agisting...

Mate, it's all about 'maintenance'. I've had these two pairs of R.M.Williams "Craftsman" boots (one brown, one black) for over 25 years and wear them often. The current replacement cost for just one pair is A$650. You bet I'm going to put in the 'work' to keep them going for as long as the...

Good (Friday) morning. Overnight Low of 8.5C and it's presently 17.7C, clear with increasing wind. There was 1.7mm in the gauge @ 0900. Gorgeous day yesterday with a High (@ Wagtail Park) of 25C. I decided to nip into town for a quick visit to the Newsagency... then I swung by the local shoe...

Good (Thursday) morning. Overnight Low of 5.4C and it's presently 19.7C, clear & calm. Nothing planned for the next few days... I'll just 'take it as it comes'. I am blessed that I can enjoy my retirement with no worries. That's about it, take care all.

For me it's mostly 'hard core' (non-fantasy) science-fiction. A favourite author is David Weber.

Good (Wednesday) morning. Overnight Low of 3.5C and it's presently 15.4C, high overcast with a (at times) strong breeze. I successfully 'captured' Penelope (caught her napping) and drove into town with her on my lap. I've learnt in the past that she WILL NOT GO into a 'carry all' (I've since...

Well yeah, of course we do, that goes without saying.

Good Lord, I hesitate to wonder what would be the result for Australians... Tassie has the 'running joke' about being inbred (which I know that every where in the world has an 'area' that this applies to). It's true that, historically, Tasmania/Van Diemen's Land suffered a high percentage of...

Good (Tuesday) morning. Overnight Low of 8.6C and it's presently 18.4C (truly yo-yoing 'Spring temps'). Yesterday's High got up to 21C although the 'official' aerodrome High was 16C. It's fairly clear & calm and there was 1mm of rain in the gauge. Yesterday's fence line walk went well; a few...

Good (Monday) morning. Overnight Low of 8.5C and it's presently 18C, mostly cloudy with a steady breeze. I reckon I'll take a turn around the fence line today, just to see what needs being done. That's about it, take care all.

Good (Sunday) morning. Overnight Low of 0C with associated light frost. It's presently 3.8C (heading to 16C), slightly overcast and calm. I'm off to Church in a half hour and then the rest of the day is His. That's about it, take care all.

Well, bugger... it's been announced that Jimmy buffet has passed away @ 76 yo.

Good (Saturday) morning. Overnight Low of 3.3C and it's presently 16.7C, fairly clear and mostly calm. I don't know what I'll get up to but it's a beautiful day out there. That's about it, take care all.

Good (Friday) morning &, as previously mentioned, the first day of Spring... which, of course, started off with a frosty overnight Low of 1.4C. It's presently 15C, partly cloudy with a bit of a breeze. Yesterday's 'foot farrier' appointment went fine, although I'm developing an annoying (R)...

Yes. AND today is the first official day of Spring as Australia has decided to go with a calendar change of seasons as opposed to equinox/solstice. AND the moon appears 'upside down' to your Northern Hemisphere perspective. :)

Good (Thursday) morning. Overnight Low of 4.1C and it's presently 13.5, mostly overcast with a slight breeze. There was 0.5mm in the gauge @ 0800. All tasks 'in town' accomplished yesterday. Today, I have a 'foot dude/farrier' appointment (in about a half hour from now) to have my toenails...

A wee Highland mist? :)

It's based on a Government assessment, done every 3-4 years. The assessment $ amount truly scares the he11 out of me as my property has quadrupled in value since I bought it 25 years ago, yet my 'rates' have remained quite reasonable. Were I to sell, I'd get a LOT more for 'Wagtail Park' than...

Good (Wednesday) morning. Another mild overnight Low of 12C and it's presently 17.8C, overcast & calm. Rain started @ 0230 (as predicted... hmmmm, 'they' do get it right every now & then ;) ) and there was 15mm in the gauge @0900. It dried up enough yesterday arvo that I got off my arse and...

Good (Tuesday) morning. Overnight Low of 12C and it's presently 17.5C, mostly cloudy & mostly calm. There was 7.9mm of very welcome rain in the gauge @ 0900. Dhobi done yesterday and, if it remains dry, I'll see if I can at least chain-harrow Paddock #4 this arvo. That's about it, take care all.

Good (Monday) morning. Overnight Low of 3.4C and it's presently 12.2C, overcast & calm with a steady drizzle of rain! There was 2.5mm in the gauge @ 0900 and it's still coming down which is great news for my water tanks. Yesterday's paddock transfer went very quickly. Just had to empty/move the...

Good (Sunday) morning. Overnight Low of 5.4C and it's presently 7.8C (heading to a predicted High of 14C), overcast at the moment and calm. I'm off to Church in a few minutes. The 'Mad Agisting Horse Woman' has requested a paddock transfer this arvo... she's feeding with square bales as...

Good (Saturday) evening. The overnight Low was 4.1C, a high of 12C and it's presently 7.6C. It's calm and overcast. Good early morning (0730) trip to Ross for an AGM meeting which was very well attended. The surprise, and very welcome, bonus was that my favourite Ross bakery was open, so I was...

Good (Friday) morning. Overnight Low was another balmy 14C and it's presently 19C, partly cloudy with a steady breeze. 20% of some moisture coming from the sky but I'm not holding my breath for anything significant. Yesterday was spent getting nothing done... and I'm fine with that. ;) Today...

Good (Thursday) morning. Overnight Low of 6.1C and it's presently 16.4C, mostly sunny with a moderate breeze. Yesterday's 'into town' venture for groceries went well. Home & unpacked, then decided that I'd have a quick lunch, then drive out to Pyengana for the cheese... but first I'd head back...

G'day Mate and welcome to TBN from Downunder. Have you checked the air 'exit thingy'? On my 4105 it's that rubbery 'slit' air exhaust that occasionally needs to be 'burped' and/or wiped out.

Good (Wednesday) morning. Overnight Low of 3.3C and it's presently 14C, high overcast and fairly calm. Well, it's 'into town' day for groceries & such. Later on I need to take a drive over to Pyengana for some cheese as prizes for the raffle at the Saturday meeting in Ross. That's about it...

Good (Tuesday) morning. Another overnight Low of +11C and it's presently 19.3C mostly overcast with a gentle breeze. There was 1.4mm of rain in the gauge @ 0900. Yesterday I did make a quick trip to the tip to recycle a (mysteriously accumulated) box of empty wine bottles, then into town to the...

Good (Monday) morning. Overnight Low was a balmy 11C and it's presently 18.2C, partly cloudy with a steady breeze. You'd think it was Spring but I'm sure that Winter isn't done with us yet. What with the Parish AGM after the Church service yesterday I wasn't able to return home 'til after 1230...

Good (Sunday) morning. Overnight Low (actually early morning) of 3.4C and it's presently 12.6C, sunny and calm. Yesterday's High briefly topped 20C! I'm off to Church in about 20 minutes and then the rest of the day is His. That's about it, take care all.

Good (Saturday) morning. Overnight Low of 8C and it's presently 18.5! It's clear and calm. Just a short wisp of misty rain during the Vietnam Veteran's Day parade/ceremony yesterday + a nice turn-out considering that it was a Friday. The luncheon was delicious and beer/wine/soft-drinks were...

<snert> It all depends on your own location. It's all relative to you. My Dealership is a two hour, one way, trip... but that also applies to at least two other major 'colours'. All of the others are even further. Most of the dealerships have mobile maintenance utes.

A lanolin based product/spray will suffice.

Oh FFS! The only reason that 'they' are coming after JD is that they are US American based... all other colours are 'off shore' owned. 'They'll' nail the other colours in time.

Good (Friday) morning. Overnight Low of 6.3C and it's presently 14C, high overcast and calm. No rain yesterday and another CYA forecast rain for today... fortunately for after the Vietnam Veteran's Day parade. And that's what I'll be 'up to' today, plus a luncheon after. That's about it, take...

Good (Thursday) morning. Overnight Low of 3C and it's presently 14.5C, overcast & calm. Bureau of Manyguesses have predicted a cover-our-arse 5% chance of 1mm... yeah, right. Successful trip 'into town' yesterday and today I'll inspect my 'rig' for tomorrow's parade. That's about it, take care...

<snert> Tell me about it... I'm on 'tank' water, so I conserve water appropriately depending on how full the tank is and predicted future rain. Vehicle washing is the lowest priority.

Good (Wednesday) morning. Overnight Low of -2C with associated frost. It's presently 11.9C with a high overcast sky and calm. It's 'into town' day for mail & groceries, which will be the major occurrence for the day. That's about it, take care all.

My remotes are always 'plugged', when not in use of course, and I've used the PTO cap that came with my tractor the same. With the PTO cap, I'll spray a liberal amount of lanolin lubricant in it and on the splines before putting the cap back on. I honestly can't remember the last time I washed...

Simply put, a Warden is responsible for the maintenance of the Church and grounds... small repairs, changing light-globes, being there when 'contractors' are present, etc... The Senior Warden also attends the annual Synod for the Archdiocese (in our case, for all of Tasmania).

Good (Tuesday) morning. Overnight Low of -2.1C with associated frost. It's presently 15C, clear and calm. Church/Parish Council meeting last evening went well and I've decided to 'step up' and nominate as a Warden. As is typical around the world, there are those who 'attend' and those who...

G'day Mate and welcome to TBN from Downunder. Enjoy the site.

Good (Monday) morning. Overnight Low of -1.4C with frost. It's presently 14.5C, clear and calm. Not much on today except doing a few loads of dhobi and enjoying this fine Winter weather. :) Oh, and I've got a Church Council meeting to attend this arvo at 1630. That's about it, take care all.

Good (Sunday) morning. A frosty overnight Low of -1.6C and it's presently -0.8C (heading to a predicted 12C). It's clear and calm. Yesterday I finished up the wattle tree 3D puzzle and then the pine tree that was overhanging my roadside fence. Whilst that was happening the 'Mad Agisting Horse...

Good (Saturday) morning. Overnight Low of 9C and it's presently 17.8C, fairly clear and calm. That's going to change, temperature wise, for the next few days with overnight Lows in the 0C to -0C range. Yesterday's delivery came shortly before Noon. The rest of the day t'was a lazy one. We'll...

Good (Friday) morning. Overnight Low of 0.9C and it's presently 14.1C, partly cloudy and calm. Yesterday's morning overcast condition changed to a clear day/night and the temperature surprisingly & briefly reached 22.1C (74F). It was a lovely day to chain-harrow & mulch Paddock #3... especially...

Good (Thursday) morning. Overnight Low of 7.6C and it's presently 14.3C, overcast and calm. Yesterday's town trip(s) were successful with a nice turn-out for the memorial service. The afternoon paddock transfer went without a hitch. So, this arvo will mean some 'tractor fun' chain-harrowing...

Good (Wednesday) morning. Overnight Low of -0.8C with a mild frost. It's presently 12.5C. Partly cloudy and calm. Busy arvo yesterday with the tip run (bloody prices had gone up 1st of July). I then swung by the PO (no delivery), filled the ute up and then stopped by the bakery for some...

I saw this this morning and it relates to ALL who have a workshop/tractor; Every time we save something AND then actually need it later, AND then can actually find it when we do... it pushes back the day that we can throw anything away by another 100 years.

I saw this this morning and it relates to ALL who have a workshop/tractor; Every time we save something AND then actually need it later, AND then can actually find it when we do... it pushes back the day that we can throw anything away by another 100 years.

Good (Tuesday) morning. Overnight Low of 0.5C with a wee morning frost. Presently it's 15.6C, clear and calm. Looks to be a tip run today, so I might as well swing by town and check my mail plus fill up the ute after the weekend's Hobart trip. Putter around after that. That's about it, take...

Good (Monday) morning. Overnight Low of 1.2C with a slight frost. It's presently 17.1C, clear and calm. Had a very good sleep and, after a hectic weekend, a bit of a sleep-in. I'll get motivated for some tree-trimming tasks this arvo... I can't let such a beautiful day go to waste. Gorgeous...

I had a chuckle at the name of these scrubbing pads as it's an anglicised version of the Indian word 'dhobi' which means "washing/cleaning". You've heard/read me using 'dhobi' when I refer to doing my laundry and such as it's a Navy (RN/RCN/RAN/RNZN) slang word for that... indeed, laundry soap...

Good late (Sunday) arvo. Overnight Low of 2C and it's presently 14.9C (after a brief High of 18C) It's clear and calm. Fridays rain put 11.7mm in the gauge, which I checked today after returning from Church. Yesterdays drive down to Hobart was without incident and was a clear run... nobody in...

Good (Friday) morning. Overnight Low of 7.4C and it's presently 15.9C, overcast and calm. Rain 'should' start around 1300 with an increase in wind. I noticed that the horse-tank (5000ltr capacity) pump was cycling often, which meant that it was near empty. There're 4 horses drinking from it and...

Good (Thursday) morning. Overnight Low of 9C and it's presently 14.4C, overcast (no rain) with a steady breeze. A decent rain is predicted for tomorrow. Time-wise, I wasn't able to get at the wattle tree so I decided to take a walk around the property to see if there was any other 'damage' from...

G'day Mate and welcome to TBN from Downunder. Enjoy the site.

I use a lanoline based spray lubricant for darn near everything... if it moves, but doesn't have a grease nipple, it gets a 'shot' of "LANOX MX4" (Aussie product). I do use a silicon spray for household hinges and along the top of curtain rods. WD40 has it places.

Good (Wednesday) morning. Overnight Low of -0.5C with a light frost. It's presently 14.7C, fairly clear with a gentle breeze. It's 'into town' day for mail/groceries and I'll top-up the ute with petrol in anticipation of a trip to Hobart on Saturday for a day long meeting/conference...

G'day Mate and welcome to TBN from Downunder. Enjoy the site.