SYDNEY TRS-80/MS-DOS USERS' GROUP

                                                                                                                Sydtrug Inc.
                                                                                                                                 C/- Errol Rosser
                                                                                                                                 PO Box 238 Yagoona NSW  2199
                                                                                                                                        AUSTRALIA
Updated October 6, 2013


Who is "Sydtrug" and Where are we ?.

 
 

  Who are we ?.
      We are a group of computer enthusiasts meeting on a regular basis to discuss hardware and software issues. Part of each meeting is devoted to helping members and their guests upgrade or maintain their computers. We formed a group in the early 70's, many of the founding members are still active in the Group. Friendships formed in those early days are still strong nearly 30 years later. In the mid 80's we became an Incorporated body under the new Communities Associations Act. We are also associated with APCUG, a large international group of computer groups.

Where did we come from ?.
      Although our origins are with the Tandy TRS-80™ and compatible (System-80) range of computers we are now mainly involved in the IBM™ style of Personal Computers (PC's). Many of our members were and still are, the movers and shakers in the PC and Communications industries. The basis of their talents and expertise often being practical experience in a TRS-80 Mod I Tape or Single Disk computer, or maybe a home based BBS for other users to dial into on a 300baud Acoustic Modem and share information or interests. A number of the current Internet providers started off in the days of home BBS's. In the 80's and 90's many serious engineering positions were held by former TRS-80 users. We still have University lecturers and engineers of all disciplines in our membership. Most of the serious programmers originated in the TRS-80 era.

Where are we going to ?.
       Because of the more specialized nature of computing these days our membership is scattered wide and far. Although at a reduced level we should carry on for some time yet as we have recently had an influx of younger members. The members influence extends far beyond the Group activities through their support and advice to family, friends and colleagues.

Where are we ?.
       Our meeting place is : 
                               Regents Park Community Centre Hall, 1 Amy Street,  Regents Park  NSW  2143

                                                                          For actual meeting dates and times see HERE

       If you accidentally find yourself at the old, yet famililar, 1st Sefton Scout Hall location, where we have been for the past 25+ years, then don't panic ... you're only 3 minutes away! From the Scout Hall, head east along Carlingford Street until you come to the very tiny roundabout at Regents Park station. Turn right at the roundabout, cross the railway bridge and turn left at the roundabout on the other side. Follow the road right into Amy Street, then take the first left onto Regent Street. If coming from the city, find your way onto Rookwood Road, turn into Amy Street towards Regents Park, and then turn right into Regent Street once you get to the shopping centre. The entrance to the carpark is 75m down Regent Street on the left site, with a sign that says "Regent Street Car Park" (the 4 hour time limit only applies to weekdays.) Go to the end of the car park, where it opens up near the playground - this is the closest area next to the community hall.
        If coming by train to Regents Park Station, take the Bankstown line train from Lidcombe. If coming from Liverpool, you will either have to change at Lidcombe or Birrong, as trains from there do not run via Regents Park on the weekends. Upon alighting, turn left at the top of the footbridge, then left again into Guilfoyle Park. Walk to the left of the Library building, and behind it you will find the Community Centre hall.

  
 Regents Park Community Centre Hall          Car Parking          Regents Park Library         View Larger Map

        If driving bring your PC, if walking bring your Laptop, as there are plenty of benches and chairs to set up on. There are plenty of power outlets. Power Leads and power boxes will be brought along to each meeting. Regents Park shopping centre has plenty of variety for lunch, and Mary makes a beaut cuppa coffee. All we ask is when you leave, please put away your table and chairs, and return any "borrowed" stuff to a Committee member.
        While you are setting up, the Committee usually has a short formal meeting to deal with our financial and other affairs.
In December of each year, we have an Annual General Meeting when amongst other things a new Committee is elected for the forthcoming year. The AGM coincides with the Christmas party.

What do we offer ?.
         Apart from our friendly technical advice our main services to members are the Monthly Meetings and also our regular Newsletter. The Newsletter is mailed out to members not usually attending meetings, but is also available on this web site HERE

How do you contact us ?.
Our mailing address is :
   Sydtrug Inc.
 C/- Peter Wignell
    PO Box 95 NARWEE NSW  2209
      AUSTRALIA

         We have re-established the Group's email facility with addresses to Committee members and members own personalized email addresses, see the details on the front page or send an enquiry to info@sydtrug.org
 

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