Redleg

Yes, I am at Southland shopping centre and haven’t got lost yet, unlike my last visit to Chadstone shopping centre.

You haven't mellowed, unless it's post a glass of red. 🍷 😉

I will try and be more cranky and less optimistic in future. Given your view, I would now expect all recruiters to simply say their draftees are nothing until they have played AFL. Btw just to be accurate, I never said Matthews would be “special”, I actually said “I have a feeling we could have another good footballer in the pipeline”. Sorry again for expressing a positive hope for one of our players.

Is that a bad thing being optimistic about our players?

Yes, take a look at Lachie Neale's.

Have never seen Tom Matthews touch the footy live, but there is something about this small footballer that reminds me of Nick Watson. I just have this feeling we have another good footballer in the pipeline.

Yes, more than 25% of the list injured.

All good thanks, bananas are magic and it is our anniversary tomorrow.

Sounds like someone put chlorine in the moat, or just simply hid the wine casks.

Which May were you looking at? He was last in all of the run throughs and got worse as they went on. He didn't look injured, but will need work on his fitness.

Welcome back.

I have a feeling you may get some more enjoyment from your AFL team this year.

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Wow, that must be the longest time the thread has not had a post. Well done Froggy, you have kept it going. Anyone know if the girls' team has a coach yet?

What time is training tomorrow ( wednesday ) at Gosch's?

You have me agreeing.

Don't think they would want that much non racing use of the track, though you could possibly lay a protector mat of some sort down for access for training.

Nick Daicos was actually sick and walking around away from the others. Don't think he was starring on his slow walk.

A tunnel from our facilities to the ovals, inside the 28m wide track, can be dug without interfering with the racetrack. I am sure the tunnel could be done at a time when the track is not used during Caulfield downtime and they also own Sandown and Mornington racetracks as well. Yes, it is possible to dig a tunnel under a 28m wide racetrack without disturbing the top track layer using trenchless construction methods. These specialized engineering techniques are designed to minimize surface disruption, making them ideal for tunneling beneath active infrastructure like roads, railways, and racetracks. Methods for Non-Disruptive Tunneling The primary methods used for this type of application are: Microtunneling This is a remotely controlled, steerable system where a small-diameter boring machine (MTBM) excavates the tunnel. As the machine advances, pre-fabricated pipes are simultaneously jacked into the ground behind it, providing immediate structural support and ensuring ground stability. This method is highly accurate and minimizes ground settlement, which is crucial for sensitive surface structures. Pipe Jacking Similar to microtunneling, this method involves pushing pre-fabricated pipes or box sections through the ground using powerful hydraulic jacks from a drive shaft. It is commonly used for installing utilities or pedestrian subways under existing infrastructure without interrupting surface traffic. Tunnel Boring Machines (TBMs) For larger tunnels (such as a full vehicle underpass), a TBM could be used. Modern TBMs with positive face pressure control (like Earth Pressure Balance or Slurry Shield) are specifically designed to operate in urban environments and soft ground conditions while maintaining soil pressure to prevent surface subsidence. Key Considerations for Success Geotechnical Investigation Before construction begins, a thorough site investigation of the ground and soil conditions (including groundwater levels) is essential to select the appropriate method and machine. Unexpected ground conditions are a main cause of failure in trenchless projects. Minimum Depth of Cover The tunnel must be installed at a sufficient depth below the track to ensure the stability of the surface. A qualified tunnelling engineer would determine the precise minimum depth required based on the soil type and tunnel size. Monitoring The process involves continuous and sensitive monitoring of the ground and the track surface to detect any minute movements and make real-time adjustments to the jacking pressure or excavation rate. Logistics The construction will require entry and exit shafts (jacking and reception pits) at either end of the proposed tunnel path, located away from the racetrack itself. By employing these advanced engineering techniques, the structural integrity and operational functionality of the racetrack can be maintained during the tunneling process.

Probably because there is not full agreement on everything that is involved in getting the project approved and completed.

I don't disagree.

I haven’t got a clue, just that my info from the MRC, school and us, is that it is happening. Could it fall over, yes obviously, but at this point I have not heard anything suggesting that. It sounds like we don’t control the announcement, or that there are other issues still to be resolved, I don’t know, but until somebody in the know tells me the opposite, to what I have heard, I will believe the project is proceeding. Just because it hasn’t been formally announced doesn’t mean it is definitely not happening, that is all I am saying, until we hear officially otherwise. If this project falls over I will be very, very disappointed, as personally I am really looking forward to it being done and as a nearby resident with my family, would be able to visit often and get some valuable exercise walking there and back and spending time with other Dees fans at training, which I can’t do at the present venues as easily.

Are you and Bluey the same poster?

Direct opposite info I have received from all three organisations either currently there, or hoping to be there.

I did say for 10 years. $100.00 a year for 10 years.