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  1. 31st August 2017, 05:18 PM #1
    RossAG
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    Default Hello from a beginner in Cairns

    Hi Guys,

    Beginner woodworker here from Cairns.

    Took a 101 class at the woodworking guild here about a year ago and really found it satisfying, but haven't really done anything more since.

    Going to get back into it again now. Starting off with hand tools because I don't yet trust myself not to lose a finger with any machinery. I've got myself some hand planes, chisels, saws and a few clamps to start off with.

    My current goal is to build myself a bench to work on going forward. Been looking at a lot of online resources so far but they're very US-centric.

    Got some designs I like the look of but unsure on the best type of woods to use (and honestly the entire process of going to buy the wood feels intimidating).
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  3. 31st August 2017, 10:06 PM #2
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    Hi Ross, welcome to the Forum.
    When you work out how to send a PM, contact John.G at the Sawdust Factory for some help with your timber needs. If you want a nice heavy bench, he had some stunning Rose Gum when I was up there on Sunday.
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  4. 1st September 2017, 12:45 PM #3
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    Welcome to the forum Ross.

    Ross
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    G'Day & Welcome to a top forum "Ross".
    There are quite a few members in North Queensland & across the rest of Queensland plus the rest of the world.....
    You'll find a heap of helpful & knowledgeable blokes & ladies on the forum and for most very willing to assist.
    Make sure you show off your handiwork as everyone loves a photo, especially WIP [Work In Progress] photos with build notes.
    Enjoy the forum.
    Enjoy your woodwork......
    Cheers crowie
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  7. 6th September 2017, 10:33 PM #6
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    g'day, welcome.
    minus the woodworking course, I'm doing the same thing. I bought some saws, chisels and clamps and inherited a plane, and my first project is a work bench which i'm documenting here.
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