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(...) teatowels (...) I'll check it out! (...) LegOz (...) the (...) to (...) A MOC would be nice, but it'd have to be done fairly quickly - I'm leaving on April 24. Any takers? ROSCO (24 years ago, 29-Mar-01, to lugnet.org.au, lugnet.loc.au)
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(...) I hadn't realised that the ramp/rails/road wasn't a preformed piece until I read this (same for the barrier arms), so I went and downloaded the instructions off brickshelf to see how it was formed. I reckon I can build one of these myself, it (...) (24 years ago, 29-Mar-01, to lugnet.org.au, lugnet.loc.au)
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(...) Similar idea without the tokens--I spotted some happy little vegemite filled tumblers (like the nutella ones) the other day. There must be Vegemite teatowels and so forth readily avialable at gift shops. I'm still keen on the MOC idea, but I (...) (24 years ago, 29-Mar-01, to lugnet.org.au, lugnet.loc.au)
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(...) That's an idea. Would there be any problem getting it thru US customs? And does anyone have one of those Vegemite mugs they're currently offering (I don't eat enough VM to get three tokens yet...)? Then even if they hate the paste, they can (...) (24 years ago, 28-Mar-01, to lugnet.org.au, lugnet.loc.au)
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(...) Now your talking. I had/have some good ideas for parts of a minifig scale sheep station... (24 years ago, 28-Mar-01, to lugnet.org.au, lugnet.loc.au)
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(...) Or something very suitable to the Australian palate - Vegemite!! (Tell them it has to be spread THICKLY!! John (24 years ago, 28-Mar-01, to lugnet.org.au, lugnet.loc.au)
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Or how about indigenous Australian art? You know, the pictures of kangaroos or patterns all made from dots. Only our dots would all have "Lego" written on them like studs do. I fear this is a job for Kev though :-) Gosh, I just love weddings. Kerry (24 years ago, 28-Mar-01, to lugnet.org.au, lugnet.loc.au)
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Ahh, I have it this time. We get one of those "snow domes" with the Opera House or Ayers Rock (or both!) and open it up (caution, children, don't try this at home), insert a couple of singlet-wearing Bruce and Sheila minifigs, and reseal it. Kerry (24 years ago, 28-Mar-01, to lugnet.org.au, lugnet.loc.au)
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(...) any (...) Actually, they probably have all the Lego they need. What they really need is probably ye-olde-wedding-presents: sheets, towels, and toasters :-) I think we should send them an Australian toaster. Should provide them with hours of (...) (24 years ago, 28-Mar-01, to lugnet.org.au, lugnet.loc.au)
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(...) As far as Sydney goes...they aren't available at retail, unless they are sitting in a non-Lego place somewhere. At the beginning of 2000, there were two in W4K, I bought one on the off-chance I would one day possess a train, the other one sold (...) (24 years ago, 28-Mar-01, to lugnet.org.au, lugnet.loc.au)
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A pair of Stubby-Holders entirely built from Lego. What finer gift could any newly-weds want? Kerry (24 years ago, 28-Mar-01, to lugnet.org.au, lugnet.loc.au)
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(...) I think that would be great -- maybe a collectively designed Oz-themed MOC, along the lines of the "New Outback" series we were talking about a few weeks ago? A contingent of minifig-rendered locals would be cool too. --Dave (24 years ago, 28-Mar-01, to lugnet.org.au, lugnet.loc.au)
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Hi all Just got confirmation from Suz of my invitation to their (Todd & Suz) wedding! Dunno if any other Australian AFOLs are going, but was wondering if any Oz LUGs want to do a LegOz gift or something for them? I'll be giving them something (...) (24 years ago, 28-Mar-01, to lugnet.org.au, lugnet.loc.au)
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Well, you could always build your own!! Wouldnt be too hard - could use hinges to get a shallow slope, and plates / tiles between the rails. Could have a custom barrier / lights arrangement too!! ROSCO Deidre Rushton Brumby <drb@tasmail.com> wrote (...) (24 years ago, 28-Mar-01, to lugnet.org.au, lugnet.loc.au)
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Dare I wonder about the availability of System 9v Level Crossings in Australia? Would I be right in thinking obtaining one of these would have to be via the 2nd hand or hoarder-of-MISB markets? Just seeking info at the moment, I've spent far too (...) (24 years ago, 28-Mar-01, to lugnet.org.au, lugnet.loc.au)
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(...) The Lugnet set reference has nice pics of all the sets, so it's easy to work out what's in what. Hmmm...red banana-peels,...tran...nti-freeze banana-peels. (24 years ago, 27-Mar-01, to lugnet.loc.au, lugnet.org.au, lugnet.general)
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(...) Possibility that there will be new trains next year : ) Ben below is the info I have for each set number you have given: (...) Ogel Command Striker (...) Alpha Team Cruiser (...) Alpha Team Helicopter (...) Alpha Team ATV (...) Alpha Team Bomb (...) (24 years ago, 27-Mar-01, to lugnet.loc.au, lugnet.org.au, lugnet.general)
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G'day all, After a couple of days over the past weeks having been spent 'fishing' for lego info for Australia, I have returned with the following information: (NOTE: all prices are the RRP and are in $AUS. For $US prices, $1 AUS = $0.50 US (...) (24 years ago, 27-Mar-01, to lugnet.loc.au, lugnet.org.au, lugnet.general)
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(...) So now the question is, what are you after trade-wise? James (who is suffering dislocation from his LEGO yet again...) (24 years ago, 26-Mar-01, to lugnet.org.au)
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(...) You Goose! Doesn't mean I will charge you that! : ) I just had those prices (that's Brickbay for you too!) in there cause that's what some of them overseas go for, and I don't really mind if they will sit there for 500 years : ). I am happy to (...) (24 years ago, 23-Mar-01, to lugnet.org.au)
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Richie's made some excellent points. Consider the term Kleenex or even Coke. Yes we do have to be careful *if* we get any endorsement by Lego. Though having said that, we're much more likely to make mountain scenery out of Megabloks than with Lego (...) (24 years ago, 23-Mar-01, to lugnet.loc.au, lugnet.org.au)
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(...) James, I have five of these in my brickbay store! Mel (...) (24 years ago, 23-Mar-01, to lugnet.org.au)
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(...) I just went and checked it out. US$10 (over AU$20) is very steep for a set that originally retailed at AU$14ish and may still be available in stores for (if the prices on the others are anything to go by) around AU$5. Perhaps there's something (...) (24 years ago, 23-Mar-01, to lugnet.org.au)
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(...) Now this is a valid point, and something to be borne in mind, if we do put on a public display (e.g. the train show). If the Lego word is used, then we probably have to ensure there are no clones. If there are clones, then we probably need to (...) (24 years ago, 23-Mar-01, to lugnet.loc.au, lugnet.org.au)
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(...) Although IANAL, a lot of my work covers trademark law (also, I know a lot about meat, but that's probably not relevent to this!). In order to maintain its trademark, TLG must not allow its trademark to become generic. (When you hear the term (...) (24 years ago, 23-Mar-01, to lugnet.loc.au, lugnet.org.au)
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(...) Hi James, I have five of these in my Brickbay store. Mel (...) (24 years ago, 23-Mar-01, to lugnet.org.au)
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Having popped into Target for the 25% sale I noticed some slizers still around (FIre, Ice, City and Energy). I was wondering if anyone has seen a Scuba around, needed to complete a set. Thanks. James (who coudln't find anything worth buying at (...) (24 years ago, 23-Mar-01, to lugnet.org.au, lugnet.loc.au)
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(...) come-a- (...) I'm not sure if they can come a-stomping. Firstly, they would have to have registered LegOz as a trademark, business name, etc. I don't think having registered "Lego" would be sufficient to prevent names like "LegOz". Secondly, (...) (24 years ago, 23-Mar-01, to lugnet.loc.au, lugnet.org.au)
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(...) I did actually mention we were thinking of a name.. and I did mention LegOz... he didnt say anything in return...??? I'll email him again specifically asking im about it.... I'll let you know his response.... Kev...: ) (24 years ago, 22-Mar-01, to lugnet.loc.au, lugnet.org.au)
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(...) I've often wondered about that. Perhaps we should formally ask them. Who was it that has been corresponding in email with one of the managers, Kev? Perhaps he could ask on our collective behalf (if he wishes), get something in (electronic) (...) (24 years ago, 22-Mar-01, to lugnet.loc.au, lugnet.org.au)
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(...) But not for outsiders. (...) My whole point. snippage... (...) The more I think about it, the more I think LA or their parent will come-a- stomping on LegOz. At this point LegOz is only a label of an idea. What was the train acronym James (...) (24 years ago, 22-Mar-01, to lugnet.loc.au, lugnet.org.au)
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(...) Peter! Wash your mouth out! There are kids present! ROSCO (24 years ago, 22-Mar-01, to lugnet.loc.au, lugnet.org.au)
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(...) STUDS recommend using VIRGIN. (24 years ago, 22-Mar-01, to lugnet.loc.au, lugnet.org.au)
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(...) This was my point, you will need more people than you think. One person will not be able to do it, unless equipped with a colostomy bag. Maybe we should be posting a thread in the train ng ? (...) We have trouble getting everyone together for (...) (24 years ago, 22-Mar-01, to lugnet.loc.au, lugnet.org.au)
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In lugnet.loc.au, Dave Low slices,dices,analyse...rates,then remoulds,groups together,combines and concludes: Very well looked into Dave! (...) It's great as a joke. Especially as an insiders joke. (...) We'd like more people involved wouldnt we? (...) (24 years ago, 21-Mar-01, to lugnet.loc.au, lugnet.org.au)
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(...) Well We'd need to have a display first before we actually [go] display. And this means giving a trial run in priavte first. That is to say, we get together, with all the track and trains. As much of the scenery and extra goodies as possible. (...) (24 years ago, 21-Mar-01, to lugnet.loc.au, lugnet.org.au)
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<Snip> (...) Or, maybe Virgin Blue - In Adelaide we don't have impulse yet, but Virgin flies to Brisbane for about $118 and Sydney for about $99 (These fares were from memory and may not be the exact fare) John (24 years ago, 21-Mar-01, to lugnet.loc.au, lugnet.org.au)
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(...) two (...) And you are standing for the whole time which gets painful very quickly. Even a half day stint at this kind of thing knocks me for six. If you aren't in the habit of standing all day, you will be surprised at how hard it is. A lot (...) (24 years ago, 21-Mar-01, to lugnet.loc.au, lugnet.org.au)
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(...) I'm happy (potentially) to lend a hand. (...) Do we want to try & get a train org together, so we have something besides Lego to stand behind? (...) My hands in the ring. I think I suggested trying to get something together for the June (...) (24 years ago, 21-Mar-01, to lugnet.loc.au, lugnet.org.au)
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the shipping for airmail is $3.50. i sure hope you get this. also my computer tells me it is clean, i dont know what to do with this problem. sorry for any inconvenience. (24 years ago, 21-Mar-01, to lugnet.org.au)
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