Dear Giddygoat, I think it's a sign of the times. People aren't spending as much as they used to.

I noticed the same for here in Newcastle in March. I believe the big one in Sydney is always packed.

Thanks for letting us know about it anyway. Love and blessings Chris

sorry to hear this but her is a flower to cheer u up

Sorry you were not happy, but it makes me feel better as I could not go this year......

Definitely a sign of the times as it is so costly to exhibit in these events, people just can't afford it all. HNR, M

Oh - I am so sorry to hear it was so disappointing - it is never easy in these times and with the recent health issues, too. Hope that the October even proves to be a success, too. *4U

It seems to be the trend now, The november one in Adelaide was certainly smaller than before with a lot of repetition. The emphasis is buy, buy, buy, with demos and workshop a secondary part. I think the promoters of the events are pushing the cost to the stall holders to the limit, which makes local retailers and even some large wholsalers think twice before entering. Its sad but I think true that it is going to get worse rather than better.
Ruth

I also heard from a friend that it wasn`t that good this time. I didn`t go ths time. Sorry you had to wait so long for your bus home.......