Hey! I too prefer something closer to home, cause...errr.....ahhh....I don't have mine.... and errr..... will have to walk. Yeah! That's the ticket. That's my story and I'm sticking to it!
Seriously though, the longer trips may be better left for the less-rainy months. (I'm sure we'll get a bigger turnout that way). The Hills Cafe thing sounds good.
More importantly though, is what date are we aiming for?
Cheers,
-Neil.