Thanks both for the info. That's it, decision made. I'm bringing my gear down with me. If the gig I'm going to is good, I could make this an annual trip, but with a bit more time! I'll check out the lie of the land on the way down, then head up to Budgie from Gosford on Saturday. If there's not enough water, I'll check out options on the way back to Gosford. Frankly it will be a nice change to be able to fall off in some shallow water for a change! I sail in the Richmond River in Ballina, so no problem with a bit of chop. Frothing, cheers!