She looks interesting for sure ,looking at the plan I can see a lot of interesting challenges ahead .I’ve just had a online conversation with the curator of the Queensland maritime museum ( a lovely lady )who forwarded some photos and some useful links on the ships history and I was amazed at the quick response as it was only this morning that a posted a query on their Web site and the fact that it’s Easter Sunday as well .  I’m quite keen on this build as the ship in question is a important part of Queensland’s pre federation history .

Yes Colin I’ve already realised that and I’m thinking a detachable keel like I’ve seen on some titanic models if it comes to stability issues but that’s a long way off . Ive yet to Finish the puffer . Still got a few weeks work on that. And as I said replying to Richards post this one is going to put up some challenges for me but that’s part of the fun as it expands ones skill base and when your in retirement learning new things and skills  keeps the grey matter healthy . It’s a whole lot more fun than sitting watching brain dead programs on the idiot box