Hi Jim,
Thank you for your comments, I wouldn't consider it a rant at all.
It's important for you and others to share your thoughts and ideas, because if you don't, I can't lobby on your behalf regarding such concerns.
I appreciate the thanks, and can guarantee that you will be most impressed with the Rydges Airport Hotel Viewing Deck. I have uploaded some 'location' shots here to give you an idea of the surrounds:
http://yssyforum.net/board/showpost....0&postcount=36
The staff at Rydges are all very welcoming and quite excited that they can offer this vantage point for Plane Spotters. The Hotel Sales and Events Manager mentioned to me that she is happy that the area is being so graciously welcomed with so much enthusiasm. So this is good news!
Also, I am very excited about the future relationship with SACL, and already look forward to announcing some exciting news as early as next week. So stay tuned!
Update - YSSY Spotting Weekend 2014 announced:
http://yssyforum.net/board/forumdisplay.php?f=26