Mike Kerr, president of ASNSW, contacted me after reading mine and Rod's SPSP reports, and had some concerns that some of Rod's points could be misleading for the casual reader. I have given Mike the right of reply and with his permission, have added his email as an addendum so he can clarify and provide explanation for 2 of Rod's main points.
You can read Mike's email at the bottom of Rod's report:
Thanks to Mike Kerr for the feedback. It is nice to know that our forums are being read, and more particularly, that ASNSW has responded to the matters raised in such a constructive way. I should also thank Mike Kerr for the views I enjoyed through his 25" dob - spectacular!!!
Yes good reports from both of you. Rod, that was well put, you gave the good side and a constructive assessment of the negative issues that arose that weekend. That is how things get better in the long run.