SCEV is my idea of the ultimate hobby. I value life-long learning and outdoor activity and I think the opportunities to do these things regularly and with committed people will be of substantial benefit at SCEV. I find those people interested in being involved in conversations on community and sustainability are often level-headed and easy-going, accepting and friendly, so I think the SCEV will be full of good people.. or at least people like me!
I've just moved to Perth, so attending SCEV events has just got much more difficult, but I attended them for the last 3 years and really valued the experience and people I met there. I'd encourage anyone who's interested in any of the principles of the SCEV to go to the events, as there's very few other groups who discuss these kind of issues in such a relaxed forum.
My move to Perth was prompted by a work change, but I think I'll be back in Sydney before too long because my beautiful partner Alice has strong ties to the place, and there's a lot of outdoor stuff that I love to do in Sydney. I currently work in renewable energy and can't wait to be involved in projects to power my new home in SCEV!