Ahhh, there's a few members that live over your way.
I'm sure it won't be long before they make themselves known.
Check out the Star Parties, Club and Community section for local get togethers.
http://www.iceinspace.com.au/forum/f...splay.php?f=16
If you only get to one star party a year, it has to be QLD Astrofest.
www.qldastrofest.org.au