Congratulations Ponders

[jjjnettie]

Our mild mannered Mod has been receiving some media attention too of late.
Firstly, an interview that will be published in the next edition of "Salt" magazine. And tomorrow, I believe there will be a television crew meeting him at Mapleton Observatory to do a story on kids and Astronomy.:)
Congratulations Paul, for all the work and time you've put into this hobby, it's well deserved. :)

[h0ughy]

well done Paul

[beren]

:thumbsup: Congrats Paul great stuff, celebrity astronomer status

[batema]

Well done Paul. What a great hobby.

[xstream]

Well done Mr Ponders!

[[1ponders]]

:lol: There are no secrets around this place :lol: Thanks guys. I'm looking forward to the Salt article in particular, its a promotional mag for the Sunshine Coast looking at places to visit and things to do. Very schmick.

I'm not sure what the TV crew want to do this arvo, but I understand it for a program called Discover Downunder. :shrug: Not having TV connectivity I have no idea what its about. I thought it was like a Simon Townsend Wonder World thing (how long have I been out of the loop :lol: ) but checking on the Net seems to lead to a Caravaning lifestyle program. Maybe one for you and Anna to check out John. :D

I'll be catching up with you soon h0ughy :lol:

[Analog6]

Well done. What is Salt magazine, not heard of that one?

[sheeny]

Congrats Paul!

Al.

[[1ponders]]

http://www.saltmagazine.com.au/
:)

[multiweb]

Yeah good one - congrats! :thumbsup:

[Suzy]

Congratulations Paul! :thumbsup: What a thrill this must be!

[astroron]

Paul I must get your Autograph next time we catch up;)
I must pick up a copy when the new SALT mag comes out in the Info Center:thumbsup:

[jjjnettie]

LOL he's the poster boy for TAFE too. Literally. Wasn't there a spot on telly with that as well???
He'll need a new hat soon.

[[1ponders]]

Har har :P

[jjjnettie]

Well someone has to keep you grounded Paul.:P

[seeker372011]

:thumbsup::

[acropolite]

Better add media tart to the resume Paul, well done. :thumbsup:

[mozzie]

well done paul

great promo for astronomy in south east qld

:thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:

[spacezebra]

Well done Paul

Great to see.

Cheers Petra d.

[[1ponders]]

Thanks folks, it was fun tonight. The two interviewers were Brooke Hanson and Tim Smith the commedian, who is very switched on when it comes to astronomy. But it wasn't all about me. :ashamed: but about the Mapleton School and Community Observatory. There were also kids from the Schools Cosmic Kids Club. :lol: Tim was in his element. :lol: The kids had a hoot

[alan meehan]

Good onya paul

[danielsun]

Great stuff there Paul.:thumbsup: Well done for getting out there and getting the kids involved. There will be kids there that will remember this day for ever and you may have helped start a new life long interest and hobby for them.:thumbsup:

Cheers Daniel.

[[1ponders]]

Wish i could take credit for it Daniel, but the Cosmic Kids Club has been running from the School and using the Observatory for about 7 years now. I just turn up for the spotlight events :lol:



Oh and running a few beginner classes for adults.

[Suzy]

Paul, do you know when this episode is going to be aired? I have been keen to visit this observatory at some stage and so would like to watch it when it airs.

[[1ponders]]

I don't know Suzy, but I can try to find out.

[Suzy]

Paul, that would be faboulous if you could! Thankyou.:thumbsup:

[[1ponders]]

What I found Suzy is its on Saturday afternoon at 4 in 7 weeks time. Won't do me any good I don't have TV reception LOL

[M54]

Congrats Paul,
Do you know if this will be airing Australia wide?

[[1ponders]]

I don't know Molly. :shrug: I've never seen or heard of the program before this, but as I said I don't have TV reception. One of the best things about living in the back blocks. :D

[M54]

I'd love not having a telly in the house!

[RobF]

WTG Paul
SALT is a pretty upmarket and glossy production from memory. Might win over some new converts on holiday at the coast..... :)

[[1ponders]]

Well, I have a plasma, :lol: but no reception :D:D.

There's always DVDs for some of those cloudy nights.

[[1ponders]]

I'm always tryin' Rob, always tryin'. :D

[Suzy]

Many thanks Paul! :thumbsup:

Hi Molly,
it is called Discover Down Under, and it is on Channel 9, Saturdays 4pm. Should be Australia wide. Have a look at the tv guide, or channel 9 site on line if you don't have a guide.

[Jen]

:lol::lol: nope no secrets around here Paul ;) Good on ya buddy :thumbsup:

[Iceaxe]

:)
Paul
well done
:)

[Suzy]

I just saw Paul on tv!!! Recorded Discover Down Under on Sat, and only just watched it. All decked out in his IIS outfit ;). This is the first time I have watched this programme, and it is really enjoyable. The scenery shots through Mapleton and Monteville are breathtaking. It's been about 20 years since I last visited, so will definitely have to get back up their soon, perhaps even combining it with one of your Astro nights Paul, Nettie & Ron.

[jjjnettie]

Woo hoo! :D
I missed it, I don't have telly.
Pretty please may we have a copy?:prey:

[astroron]

People will think we are all HillBillies up here as Paul, Jeanette, and Myself have no TV, they must think we are back in the Dark Ages.:rolleyes::lol::lol::lol:

[[1ponders]]

TV???? What's that???

[jjjnettie]

Yep, just a Hill billie with knife skills. LOL

[[1ponders]]

And ain't it grand.:D:D:D

We must live in the luckiest part of the country.

But I'll second Jeanette's call. :thanx: for recording it Suzy. Can I have a look. :lol: morbid vanity knows no bounds :D

[Suzy]

:lol::lol::lol: Would it put Dundee to shame? :lol:

No Tv??! :scared2: That's too scary for me... what would I do without Gossip Girl, Desperate Housewives and Neighbours! :eyepop: No, no, really, please don't answer that! :lol:

Sure you guys can have a copy. Just pm your addresses and I will post tomorrow (will be on dvd).

[jjjnettie]

Thanks Suzy, words cannot describe how wonderful you are.:)

[h0ughy]

oohhh bring it to astrofest - we need some light entertaiment to while way the sunlight until its dark again......

[[1ponders]]

:lol:

[jjjnettie]

:rolleyes:

[astroron]

Ditto:thumbsup:

[RB]

Ponders has reassured me he's got something up his sleeve to keep the crowds entertained Dave.

:shrug: :P

[jjjnettie]

The Bart Mask trick is only phunny once.

[Suzy]

David, I think Paul's profile pic would be great entertainment at Astro Fest for target practice with darts. :lol: :rofl::rofl:

[Suzy]

Errrrr sorry Paul, it was just begging for it and I couldn't help myself.

So what does happen there during the daytime? Or is it secret astro peoples business???

[jjjnettie]

no don't be sorry
his head is going to need a little deflating.

[[1ponders]]

Oh don't worry Suzy, I have some dooozy astrofest photos if you are really interested for the rest of the funsters ;)

[jjjnettie]

Why don't you come along and find out??

[Suzy]

Oh why didn't I see that coming! :doh: Your quick Nettie! :lol:

With the target practice, I actually meant his profile pic where his got his touschy pointed at the camera. But, the head will do also. lol.

[jjjnettie]

There's always room in the Rotunda for another HYT Suzy. ;)

[jjjnettie]

ahhh yes, that pic. :lol:

[h0ughy]

the PA is banned:lol:

[jjjnettie]

http://www.discoverdownunder.com.au/tv-show/episode-9-series-6.aspx
Here's the link to the episode. :)

[RB]

Hahahah that's awesome.
On yah mate.

Thanks for the link jjj !

[jjjnettie]

:lol: well you know who sent it to me. :P

[RB]

:rofl:

I can guess......:lol:

[[1ponders]]

What have I done. :doh:

:rofl: I cracked up. I received a DVD in the mail today, thank you very much Suzy, I roared with laughter. It was such a fun night.

[h0ughy]

the video doesn't exist? the link works but not playing it:sadeyes:

[Liz]

Hmmm ... I just watched a video on the Lillyponds Caravan park????
What was I supposed to watch as didnt see Paul there??? :sadeyes:

[RB]

Liz, watch Mapleton, QLD (next video along).

[DeanoNZL]

Geez Paul, you don't sound like a Queenslander! :poke:

[[1ponders]]

Its in my bones Adrian :lol:

[Liz]

:lol::lol: Well done Paul ... o famous one!! :thumbsup:

[[1ponders]]

My 15 sec of fame :D

[strongmanmike]

15 sec is better than none, well done Paul :thumbsup:

This is a long thread that I have come into late...is there a way to see the show?

Mike

[jjjnettie]

Here you go.

[strongmanmike]

Cheers Jeanette :thumbsup:

[RobF]

Yes - thanks Jeanette!