Wish I could say we Victorians have regular meetings like the Sydneysiders do, but we do not.
But I for one am keen to see that change... You live in a pretty good spot and I guess your skies are better than average, and you certainly have excellent skies just a short drive away.
I am yet to join the
ASV but I expect it will be worthwhile doing so.
Do come along to the Snake Valley camp if you can. See link in Rajah's post above.