Rambling On ⭐️ DZ Action News #673 (18-24 August 2025)

Wednesday, August 27, 2025

Achievements & Congratulations

⭐️ Peter – Completed AFF

Drop Zone Action

Another week of rambling on in the skies — Students smashing stages, B-Rels ticking over, Tandems grinning from ear to ear, and even our instructors swapping roles for some fun training jumps. From first-timers to finishers, and fun jumpers, it’s been non-stop action at Toogs — and we wouldn’t have it any other way!

The week was mostly clear and warm, perfect for jumping! Skies stayed blue, temps were nice, and there was hardly any wind—great conditions for all.

🏁 AFF Student Progression
  • Sarah started her journey with Stage 1 (in Tandem) and went straight on to Stage 2 the same day.
  • Alisha continued her progression with Stages 2–4.
  • Zane came out for Stage 2.
  • India completed Stage 3.
  • Tiffany (Ka Ting) smashed through Stages 4–6.
  • Nikita flew on Stages 4 & 5.
  • Joshua powered through Stages 3–8 — so close to finishing, mate!
  • Peter wrapped it up with Stage 9 — 🎉 congratulations on finishing your AFF Course here with us at Ramblers!

Big thanks to our instructors — Toddy, Robin, Bec, Lisa, Ash, Wayne, and Emily — for guiding students through their progression, keeping it safe while making it fun.

☀️ B-Rels, Coach & Training Jumps
  • Jay Thomas ticked off B-Rel 4.
  • Angus completed B-Rels 2 & 3.
  • Matthew came back for a recurrency jump — welcome back!

✨ Special Training Tandem:
Our Tandem Master Lisa did her very first Tandem at Toogs — and her passenger was none other than instructor Toddy! Looks like he enjoyed being the one in the passenger seat for a change. Check out the photos — priceless!

Ash also played passenger for Lisa, and Lisa returned the favor for Matt, with both training for their “Strong” Tandem conversions.

And Mossy ran the Canopy Course on the weekend, thanks for the coaching and good on all who attended.

🪂 Tandems

A big welcome to this week’s Tandem jumpers: Ray, Tania, Breanna, Lucas, Kylie, Dylan, Stephanie, Brodie, Samatha, Eddie, Lillian, Oliver, and Lydia.

Plenty of smiles, plenty of Handycam footage, and loads of happy landings. Thanks to our Tandem Masters Ash and Robin for taking everyone for their first taste of Toogoolawah freefall!

That’s a wrap for Week 673 — thanks to all our students, fun jumpers, instructors, and Tandem passengers for keeping the skies busy. See you all next week for more knees in the breeze!

The Ramblers Crew 🪂

AFF Students Photo Album of the week

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Claim to Fame!

📸 If you are featured in this week’s photo gallery, don’t forget to share your news and forward this newsletter to your friends! Also, keep an eye on our weekly Facebook photo albums – tag yourself, tag your mates, and share the stoke!

B-Rels, Coach & Fun Jumps

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Need a jump buddy?

Finished your training and you are looking for someone to jump with? Let manifest know and they will put you in contact with our Load Energiser, who will either jump with you, or match you up with a jump buddy. No charge. All you pay for is your own jump slot.

📆 And check out our list of upcoming events below, and join our Facebook event listings to see who’s going, invite your jumping mates, and spread the word! Let’s send it!

Tandem Skydivers

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Reviews & Visitor Book Comments

📧 Matthias D. (Email Feedback, Tandem Skydive, 17th August)

“Hi Guys, I would like to thank you guys for an amazing experience for us all! You couldn’t ask for better staff and even the general atmosphere of everything there is a clear indication of the fantastic culture there and that is something you just can’t get overnight.

I personally am deathly afraid of heights so I did not eat all day and got myself all worked up and was ready to back out all the way up until the door on the plane opened but the calming and accommodating nature of your staff just the general feel of everybody there allowed me to follow through and have one of the best experiences I have ever had!

So I’m still afraid of heights but I will be coming back and doing this again (we are already planning the next one!). Thank you again!”

⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ Stephanie Martini (Google review, Tandem Skydive 22nd August)

“Ramblers were absolutely fantastic to deal with. My tandem buddy Ash was so welcoming, friendly and professional (even when I vomitted on the dropzone 🤣). I couldn’t fault how friendly all of the staff were. The atmosphere was relaxed and the staff really got you pumped up for your jump. I love my photos and videos that were edited by Ash and will cherish them as a momento of my jump. Thank you Ramblers for making my 30year dream come true.”

⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ Shelly Farrow (Google review, Tandem Skydive 12th August)

“I went here last week and had a fantastic time. The surroundings are so peaceful and the staff are super helpful. The skydive was incredible, thanks to Ash. What a wonderful experience, the views were amazing. They are so good at explaining what to do and I felt totally safe. Would totally recommend to anyone thinking of doing a skydive. Thank you.”

⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ Daniel Fernandez (Google review, Learn to Skydive Course)

“I did my AFF licence here with my brother, and it was honestly one of the best experiences of my life! 🪂 The instructors are absolute legends. Professional, patient, and somehow still manage to make you laugh while you’re about to jump out of a plane. The vibe on the drop zone is just amazing. Friendly faces, great energy, and always someone around with a good story. Whether you’re here to learn or just to have a blast, fun is 100% guaranteed! Thanks, Skydive Ramblers, for turning freefall into pure joy! 🙌”

Testimonials

Upcoming Events 2025

  • 30th August (Sat.) – Belly Bash – Load Organising with Dawn & Chris
  • 31st August (Sun.) – TSC Star Crests with Travis McCartin
  • 20-21 September (Sat. & Sun.) – Vertical Descent #9
  • 3-5 Oct. (Fri. – Sun.) – QLD Skydiving State Championships
  • 6-10 October (Mo. to Fri.) – Learning Curve Camp
  • 25-26 Dec. (Thurs. & Fri.) – Xmas Day & Boxing Day – DZ closed (no jumps)
  • 27-30 December (Sat. – Tues.) – Not a Boogie with Aaron Fels
  • 30-31 December (Tues. & Wed.) – Ramblers Feel Good Time  & New Year’s Eve Party
  • 1st January 2026 (Thurs.) – New Year’s Day – DZ closed (no jumps)

See ya,

Macca and Team Ramblers.

DZ Flashback – Blast From The Past

Click on the album below for historical photos.

And visit our Ramblers history webpage for more info…

Bill, Just a note to say thanks to you mate for your continued support it was a great trip. I would also like to bring to your leadership teams attention the exceptional support provided by Andy who did the tandem jump with a great friend of mine, Julie. To say Julie was petrified on the lead up to the big day would be a huge understatement. I had my doubts that she would actually exit on the day. I put her decision to exit firmly in the hands of Andy who excelled in calming her down, reassuring her whilst having a bit of a laugh along the way. The manner in which he guided her through what was to her a daunting task was oustanding to watch. He should be commended not only for his flight skills but also his raport and interaction with the customer. I was not surprised to find out he had a military background. Ramblers should be proud to have such fine men on their books as you and Andy, Bill.

“exceptional support”, “reassuring… whilst having a bit of a laugh” – by John D. – Julie’s Tandem

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