LOL .... that's the one! ...

the free BBQs in the park are fine, but its hard to cook them till its ready (cremate the f>>>>>r) and no warning when it ready. i Usually gauge it in beers.....8 beers later, it wont matter if its raw (ready in womans speak)

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Secret to bbq

Heat the thing up with lid down till 400 degrees odd - or the needle somewhere in the middle..do nothing.

Turn down really low. Oil.

Wack meat on, turn once, after juice comes through.

eg. Couple of minutes each side for a thin steak.

I had an aussie mate come over and he arrived with all these tools and gave me a lesson.

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Hmmm, no mention of petrol or a flame thrower! .... I'd be wary of that set of instructions! ....

We had this discussion before. Traditional properly constructed charcoal barbecues are still ok in a total fire ban. Unless you can prove me wrong

Total fire bans

These bans are imposed on days of extreme fire danger. Total fire bans are issued in the afternoon and come into effect from midnight of that day, operating for 24 hours. A total fire ban may be declared for particular weather districts, or may apply across the state.

During a total fire ban, no fires of any kind may be lit in the open. However, you may still use the electric or gas-fired barbeques that are provided within our national park picnic areas. You may also be able to use electric or gas-fired barbeques in your backyard. Check the NSW Rural Fire Service website for more details.

Examples of prohibited fires include:

fires in designated fireplaces
incinerators and barbecues which use solid fuel such as wood or charcoal
stoves that use gas or liquid fuels (such as petrol, shellite or methylated spirits).

Penalties for disregarding a total fire ban include fines of up to A$5000 and a maximum of 12 months imprisonment.


oopps - looks like you cant


pootle26

General Advice on a Day of Total Fire Ban

All barbecues which use solid fuel such as wood, charcoal or briquettes are banned. This includes closed oven or kettle-type appliances.

Gas and electric barbecues provided in public reserves/campsites may be used providing:
* the barbecue is electric or gas fired
* the barbecue is fixed permanent structure
* the area for 3 metres around and above the barbeque is completely cleared of flammable material
* an adult is in attendance at all times
* a hose connected to a reticulated water supply or vessel containing at least 10 litres of water is on hand.

Portable gas and electric barbecues may be used provided:
* the barbecue is located within 20 metres of a permanent dwelling (mobile homes, caravans or tents are not classified as permanent dwellings)
* the area for 3 metres around and above the barbeque is completely cleared of flammable material
* an adult is in attendance at all times
* a hose connected to a reticulated water supply or vessel containing at least 10 litres of water is on hand

This is from:http://cfaonline.cfa.vic.gov.au/mycf...cTotalFireBans

Most States have the same ruling.

Alright You proved me wrong. Bastards

I don't give a damn, I'm not cooking on a gas barbecue. Its pointless, cook inside unless its too warm

Bah humbug, I hate being proved wrong.

Wheres the negative Karma button

Well... You did ask me to


And in the height of the summer it will get to hot, in some peoples kitchens