Well, it is still less than 24 hours since the list was created and the first member subscribed, but we now have about 24 subscribers. Although I am the 'listowner' (which gives me all the really exciting listowner responsibilities!) this list is for all of you, and those who join in the future. Also, I am not really alone in the creation of this list - Cathy Dunn and John Graham have both contributed heavily to the creation of the list and both will be sharing their considerable knowledge. I thank you both for all of your help. Please don't be shy in making posts. If you do not have a specific query, perhaps you could introduce yourself and list your interests in the region. As for the region itself, I have had a number of enquiries regarding the boundaries. Basically, it is the coastal area from Helensburgh south to Moruya and inland follows an arc roughly bounded by Captains Flat, Queanbeyan, Goulburn, Berrima, Bowral, Picton and Appin. I need a map for the web page that shows this area if anyone can help. Any other suggestion for the page would also be welcome. Looking forward to hearing from all of you Viv -- Vivienne Caldwell viv@zipworld.com.au vc04@uow.edu.au viv@wollongong.apana.org.au Wollongong NSW http://www.zip.com.au/~viv