Housekeeping

[arysteia.livejournal.com]

Hi there, all, we’re at T minus three days, so let’s get this show on the road. I’ll keep updating this post until it’s perfect, and link all prior admin posts, but the only one that should come after it is the timetable so maybe bookmark these two and you’ll be good to go.

Timetable

The timetable post is here and includes the run down for Saturday and Sunday’s festivities, and also the cocktails, brunches, and dinners over the four day unofficial g/t long weekend, ie including Friday and Monday for those who are already/still in town. Obviously it goes without saying you don't have to come to everything, even if you are in town! Please make your own decisions as to how best to manage the weekend for maximum pleasure and comfort. If you've had a last minute fit of inspiration and want to get on the timetable, let me know asap!

The Hall

Things are being run slightly differently at the hall now that it is being administered by a trust instead of by the church. I’ll explain in more detail on Saturday but the big concern for me is that I paid a pretty hefty bond, so I’m trusting you all not to trash the place. I think the only practical difference is that we have to take all rubbish with us this time, so there’ll be bags for that; otherwise the usual rules about putting everything back as we found it apply. I’ve paid for slightly extended hours so we have more than enough time to cover that.

Subs

Almost every New Zealander has paid, so if you’re one of the two outstanding can you please either rectify that or have cash ready to go at the weekend. Aussies, cash as usual.

Alcohol

The hall is a strictly non-alcoholic space and always has been, but I actually signed a disclaimer to that effect this year, so even though it’s never come up before, I’m officially announcing it. Those who wish to drink at dinner are welcome to organise that for themselves. Cocktails on Friday night are a totally optional additional festivity and if you’d rather meet at the restaurant, please do so.

Admin Posts

Timetable
Venues/Food Options/Addresses
Presentations/Volunteers
Attendees/Arrivals/Accommodation
Subscriptions

That’s all I can think of right this minute, but I’ve no doubt forgotten something urgent and will be back to fix it as soon as I hit post.

Comments

[morbane.livejournal.com]

Hi,

I missed the memo about how to pay you. If it's a bank transfer, could you please email me the details? morbane@gmail.com

Otherwise, will bring cash, if that suits.

[erilyn.livejournal.com]

Just thinking out loud (youve probably considered it) but if you're worried about bond, maybe have a walk around first thing on Sat morning and take photos on your phone of anything that you notice? So they can't turn around and blame us for it?