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Well you certainly couldn't say this bulletin board is not entertaining. I have found this BB to be very helpful, and not in the least offensive (my personal opinion). There are clearly some very...

Are you running the courses in Perth on a regular basis, at a regular venue. Or like other states would need a venue and at least 6 students. I am interested and would like more information.
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Hi Alex,

The cheapest I could find it Australia was $78 from "The Woods Works Book & Tool Co" (they are on the Internet, www.thewoodworks.com.au, I think). It was $92 from Dymocks! I bought mine...

Hi Alex,

As I am taking a complete quote directly out of the book, I better respect the author and publisher properly. Taken from page 272, of World Woods in Colour, William Lincoln, Linden...

Hi Alex,

I have looked it up in a book called "World Woods in Colour" by William A. Lincoln (Linden Publishing, California, 1997 ed). This is very good reference and it provides three...

thanks again Neil,

boxes are definitely on my list as I need some storage. I have seen some really neat cigar boxes (made in Pemberton) use the mitre joint with the contrasting wood pins and I...

Hi Steele,

I am writing from Perth, where Jarrah is reasonably priced and readily available. As I am sure you are aware it grows in our southwest.

What I could suggest is sourcing recycled...

Thanks Neil,

I have been looking the paper here and I would have to agree. You can get some really high tech boards for reasonable prices. I also know that Fluer Daniels (one of the largest...

Ray,

Thanks for the note, you have provided me with a decent chuckle on an otherwise monotonous day.

cheers Jamin

Thanks for the last tip. I think that letting the other half know would cause the bruise to magically transfer itself from the wood to your forehead (in the shape of an iron).

I will definitely...

Thanks Rod.

I would actually prefer to use a CAD as well. The only problem is keeping up with technology. I have a very fast PC at work (constantly upgraded) and get really frustrated using my...

Unfortunately I am not offering plans, I am seeking them. I have finally finished my work bench (8 months in the making) and now I am moving on to building a drafting board. The only problem is have...

Hi Craig,

There is an Internet site based in NSW that has good quality tools and the prices seem reasonable (when compared to Western Australian retail prices). It might be worth having a look: ...

I am also just starting to set up a workshop and have looked around for ideas on what basic tools I need. The following web address (Stanley Tool) gave a basic needs list. It might provide some ideas...