Rambling On ⭐️ DZ Action News #674 (25-31 August 2025)

Friday, September 5, 2025

Achievements & Congratulations

⭐️ Siyu – Completed AFF

⭐️ Tiffany (Ko Ting) – Completed AFF

Drop Zone Action

What a week at Toogs! We had plenty of action in the skies with Students, Tandems, B-Rels and of course our Fun Jumpers. Big shoutout to Siyu and Ko Ting who both wrapped up their AFF Courses – congrats on smashing that huge milestone!

The weather was mostly clear with just a bit of wind about, but the weekend gave us blue skies and plenty of jumpable hours. Sunday the vibe carried on with a Star Crests event led by Travis, check out the brilliant photos by Steve Fitchett.

🏁 AFF Student Progression

Siyu powered through Stages 6 and 9 – congratulations on completing your AFF Course! Tiffany (Ko Ting) also finished strong with Stages 6 through 9 – congrats on graduating!

Alisha ticked off Stages 5 to 7, while Sasha and India both moved through Stages 4 and 5. Jade worked through Stages 2 to 4, John T. pushed through 4 to 6, and Cash ticked off Stage 7.

Big thanks to Toddy, Ash, Bec, Marc and Adrian for looking after our students on their journey to becoming fun jumpers.

☀️ Coach & B-Rel Jumps

Plenty of action here too, with Daniel, Sebastian, Luke, Emanuele, Josh and Matthew all getting coached up and honing their skills. Thanks to Li, Ash, Todd and Bec for guiding them through.

🪂 Tandems

What a crew of first-timers this week! Welcome to the skies: Joshua, Caitlin, Eryn, Haylee, Bailey, Kristen, Katie, Akila, Hanlin, Shuyi, Jack, Chelsea, Jessica, Abraham, Jack, Shane and Huiwen.

Big cheers to those who chose to get Video/Photos to capture that unforgettable first jump! And an extra thanks to everyone who left reviews — your words inspire the next generation of skydivers.

⭐️ TSC Star Crests with Travis McCartin

“Hey all, We had some fantastic weather and an even better turnout for the Starcrests on Sunday! We had so much interest that we were able to split the group in two for the second and third loads, and we had six crestees for the day. Eduado Armijo, Kerwin Davis, Patrick Richell, Jason Schmidt, Jasper Chan and Shakira Mellow. It is great to see this much interest.

So thank you so much to all of the helpers. Dan Cooney, Scott Ferrar, Sherry Barr, Reginald Blain, Jason Corbitt, Sean Lovett, Kim Holbein, Conrad Tewes, Matthew McKenzie and Jeff Johnston. It is great to see the progression of all of the participants, not just the crestees.

Once again, thank you to Steve Fitch for his excellent camera work! Thanks to SQPC and TSC for funding the event and Skydive Ramblers! Until the next time.”

Trav.

Cheers to everyone who made it out, helped out, jumped in, or just brought the good vibes. Here’s to blue skies ahead…

Catch you in freefall,
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

TSC Star Crests with Travis McCartin – Photos by Steve Fitchett

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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

Reviews & Visitor Book Comments

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Testimonials

Upcoming Events 2025

  • 6 September (Sat.) – Night Jumps 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 October – Belly Bash Formation Loads – with Dawn & Chris
  • 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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