Book Notes
Giants of Steam
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240P Steam Locomotive |
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Kylchap Exhaust |
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Unusual Locomotives |
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Wagnerian Steam Locomotive |
Holden
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AutoExpertSelf styled auto expert guru, John Cadogen has plenty to say about cars and the industry. |
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Holden Historical Services – Who built what and when?Holden Historical Services - Who built what and when? |
James Bond
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BondMovies.com – The James Bond MoviesAll things relating to James Bond movies. |
On The Edge-My Story
Hammond’s Vampire Dragster Crash | Top Gear Wiki | FandomArticle covering the jet car crash. |
Secret and Special
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Austen submachine gun – WikipediaThe Austen (from "Australian Sten") was a 9×19mm Australian submachine gun derived from the British Sten gun developed during the Second World War. In total 19,914 Austens were produced during the war by Diecasters Ltd of Melbourne and W. T. Carmichael Ltd of Sydney. |
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Auster – WikipediaAuster Aircraft Limited was a British aircraft manufacturer from 1938 to 1961. |
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Folding kayak – WikipediaA folding kayak is a direct descendant of the original Inuit kayak made of animal skins stretched over frames made from wood and bones. A modern folder has a collapsible frame made of some combination of wood, aluminium and plastic, and a skin made of a tough fabric with a waterproof coating. Many have integral air chambers inside the hull, making them virtually unsinkable. |
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Harbour defence motor launch – WikipediaThe harbour defence motor launch (HDML) was a 72 ft (22 m) long British-designed motor vessel used for harbour defence during World War II. Nearly 500 were built by numerous Allied countries during the war. |
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HMAS Black Snake – WikipediaHMAS Black Snake was a Snake-class junk built for the Royal Australian Navy during the Second World War. She was launched in 1944 and commissioned into the Royal Australian Navy on 30 December 1944. She was used by the Services Reconnaissance Department (SRD) and was paid off on 3 November 1945, before being handed over to the British Civil Administration in Borneo. |
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Motorised Submersible Canoe – WikipediaThe Motorised Submersible Canoe (MSC), nicknamed Sleeping Beauty, was built by the British Special Operations Executive (SOE) during World War II as an underwater vehicle for a single frogman to perform clandestine reconnaissance or attacks against enemy vessels. |
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MV Krait – WikipediaThe MV Krait /ˈkraɪt/ is a wooden-hulled vessel famous for its use during World War II by the Z Special Unit (Z Force) of Australia during the raid against Japanese ships anchored in Singapore Harbour. The raid was known as Operation Jaywick. |
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Storepedo – WikipediaA storepedo, or alternately storpedo, is a cylindrical storage container with an attached parachute.[1] Resupplying troops in the jungle by air drop during World War II was proving problematic. Regular parachutes were costly in both money and material. Drops without parachutes risked loss of the materials due to the impact. |
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Type 3 Mk. 2 (B2) spy setThe British Type 3 Mk. II, commonly known as the B2, is arguably the most well known spy radio set used during WWII. It was designed in 1942 by (then) Captain John Brown at SOE Station IX, and manufactured by the Radio Communication Department of the SOE at Stonebridge Park. |
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Welrod – WikipediaThe Welrod is a British bolt action, magazine fed, suppressed pistol devised during World War II by Major Hugh Reeves at the Inter-Services Research Bureau (later Station IX). Station IX, being based near Welwyn Garden City, gave the Welrod its unusual name, being derived from "Wel" from "Welwyn Garden City" (a prefix used by covert equipment designed by Station IX) and "rod", gangland slang for gun, as a way to obscure its purpose. |
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Winnie the War Winner – WikipediaWinnie the War Winner was a radio set built by Sparrow Force during the Battle of Timor in 1942. The radio re-established contact between Sparrow Force and the Australian Army in Darwin on 19 April 1942. At the time, the Allies believed that Sparrow Force had been captured by the Japanese Army. By then, Sparrow Force had fought a guerrilla campaign isolated from Australia for 60 days. |
Eaton Family Website
KokenKoken in its heyday. | |
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Koken – How to Export AlbumsKoken photography content management system is great. Koken photo management system is dead. Long live Koken. And my quest for a Photo Gallery system that doesn’t die goes on. |
Saying Goodbye to KokenRead about Koken's story and final demise. | |
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The Ultimate Photo Gallery WebsiteX3 is a complete photo gallery website for photographers and artists. Designed to look amazing on all devices, X3 comes loaded with features! |
Finance
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Telstra |
History
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Gilltraps Auto Museum |
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Gilltraps Auto Museum -Wheels Magazine1968 Gilltrap's Auto Museum review |
My Websites
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Eltham Model Railway ClubMy first Joomla site for my model railway club. The site features a gallery with many photos of the club’s exhibition layout Murranbilla. |
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Eltham Web DesignEltham Web Design |
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First personal websiteFirst personal website, this was my first home site which is now replaced with this one built with WordPress. |
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Glenn Eaton – FolioA site to showcase my Web and VB.net achievements. |
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Rinet ITMy own business specialising in websites for small to medium businesses, clubs and membership websites. |
Other Resources
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Aus_Model_Rail – (Yahoo)Aus_Model_Rail - a Yahoo Group. |
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British Railway ModellingBritish Railway Modelling magazine. |
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Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government#VALUE! |
gpx.studio — the online GPX file editorOnline GPX file editor | |
Les Brown’s Rail Photo CollectionA large collection of railway photos taken during the 60's and 70's around Victoria. | |
Model Makers ResourceModel Makers Resource has been created to provide a useful archive of knowledge for model makers around the globe! Please feel free to drop in and out of our pages to glean a wealth of information.T | |
Model Railroad & Misc. ElectronicsWelcome to a page of electronic circuits that are mostly for model railroads. | |
Model Railroad Hobbyist MagazineExcellent articles for help building and operating model trains. | |
Model Railroads and SceneryA site maintained by Al with help in lots of areas of model railways. | |
Model Railways (Railpage)#VALUE! | |
NMRAThe official site of the NMRA. | |
Red Earth RailwayAn N Gauge layout based on the red earth of the northern outback of Australia. | |
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Vic SigFantastic site for exploring how real railways operate. |
Overseas & Miscellaneous
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Didcot Railway CentreSee our unique collection of Great Western Railway steam engines, coaches, wagons, buildings and small relics; and a recreation of Brunel's broad gauge railway. |
Fallen FlagsFallen Flags and other Railroad photos. |
Photography
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The-Digital-PictureFeatures DSLR and Mirrorless Camera and Lens Reviews, News, Deals and Tips. |
Pontville Homestead
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Pontville HomesteadHistory behind Pontville Homestead, located at the junction of Mullum Mullum and Deep Creeks, Templestowe. From the Doncaster and Templestowe Historical Society. |
Railways
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1901 to 1964 – The Warburton RailwayCompiled by Bob Padula, OAM, of Melbourne, this is a free on-line work, containing 32 chapters, which brings together hundreds of heritage images, maps and drawings of the Warburton Forests. |
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240P Steam Locomotive |
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Home Page | The Railway Technical Website | PRC Rail Consulting LtdThe Railway Technical Website is an information resource with articles about railways around the world, covering technical, operational, maintenance and financial issues. |
Pendon Museum, bringing the past to life – Abingdon, OxfordshireAbout Pendon Museum Pendon Museum preserves the idyllic rural scene and transport of the 1920s and 30s in a miniature form for future generations to enjoy. | |
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Peter J. Vincent’s WebsitePhotos and data about Victorian Railways. |
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Snow Hill Station History |
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Snow Hill station, BirminghamSnow Hill station photos |
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Victorian RailwaysResources for those interested in Victorian Railways. |
Australian Model Railway Manufacturers
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AR KitsProduces quality HO-scale locomotive and rolling stock kits. |
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Auscision ModelsProduces high quality HO-scale Australian models. |
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Aust-N-RailManufactures and sells a wide range of Australian N-scale locomotives and rolling stock. |
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AustrainsAustrains, Australia's leading manufacturer of HO gauge model railway equipment. |
Hollywood FoundryManufactures drive systems for model railway products. | |
Ian Lindsay ModelsManufacturer of quality model kits and accessories. | |
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Wuiske ModelsManufacturer of Queensland prototype kits. |
Heritage Railways
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Daylesford Spa Country RailwayAn accredited museum re-creating the days of Victorian Railways branch line rail motor travel. |
Diesel Electric Rail Motor Preservation Association of VictoriaDERMPAV is a non profit organisation operating out of part of the Newport Railway Workshops in Victoria, Australia. | |
Mornington Railway Preservation SocietyThe Mornington Railway Preservation Society (MRPS), which is a non-profit incorporated association that manages the MR, was formed out of a public meeting in 1984 with the objective of securing access to the then-closed Mornington railway line. | |
Puffing Billy RailwayPuffing Billy, Australia's Favourite Steam Train runs daily (except Christmas Day). | |
Victorian Gold FieldsRunning through the Goldfields of Central Victoria, the Victorian Goldfields Railway brings to you the experience of Steam Train Travel. | |
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Yarra Valley Tourist RailwayA non-profit organisation dependent on the work and contributions of dedicated volunteer members to succeed. |
Miniature Railways
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Altona Miniature RailwayAltona Miniature Railway is a hobby club that provides miniature train rides every third Sunday to the young and the young at heart. |
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Box Hill Miniature Steam RailwayThe Box Hill Miniature Steam Railway Society, is a group of Miniature Steam Railway enthusiasts, whose founding members joined forces to build and maintain a dual gauge ( 5 and 7 1/4 inch) Miniature Railway. |
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Bulla Hill RailwayHome of Tullamarine Live steam Society. |
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Cobden Miniature RailwayCobden Miniature Railway Park provides miniature train rides, 18 hole Mini Golf, canteen, children's playground and barbecue facilities. |
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Como Gardens Miniature RailwayPart of a larger tourist attraction complex Como Gardens Railway is a short length of 650m of track traverse over three creek trestle bridges, through an extended laburnum arch then back to the "Como Gardens" station, on a 7 1/4" track. |
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Diamond Valley RailwayDVR was established in 1960, with the aim of providing people, who are not normally railway men and women, with the opportunity of building and operating a real passenger carrying railway system in miniature. |
Gippsland Model Engineering SocietyFounded in 1978, the GMES operates the Newman Park Miniature Railway, located via Peterkin St, Traralgon for the enjoyment of the Latrobe Valley residents and visitors. | |
The Steam Locomotive Society of VictoriaThe Steam Locomotive Society of Victoria is a model engineering society, focused primarily on the building and operation of miniature live steam and electric locomotives and rolling-stock. | |
Wandong Live SteamersWandong Live Steamers Inc is a not for profit association established for the enjoyment in construction and running of model locomotives and rolling-stock in a prototypical manner. |
Model Railway Clubs
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AMRAThe Australian Model Railway Association Incorporated is usually called AMRA. |
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British Railway Modellers of AustraliaThe British Railway Modellers of Australia (BRMA) is a group of about five hundred model railway enthusiasts who have an interest in modelling British railway prototypes |
Murray Railway ModellersThe new owners of Murranbilla. | |
NMRA – Australasian Region#VALUE! | |
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Swansea Railway Modellers GroupSwansea Railway Modellers Group (SRMG) has been active in Swansea for more than 15 years andis the result of the merger of 2 other modelling groups. |
The Model Railway Club(Est 1910) The original club that started the model railway club phenomenon, they accept members from around the world. |
Model Railway Clubs-Victoria
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Corio Model Railway ClubVisitors of all ages are invited to come along and see how much enjoyment there is in model railway operation and construction. |
Croydon Model Railway ClubCroydon Model Railway club was formed in 1982 with its clubrooms originally in Croydon. In 1985 the club moved to its present premises beneath Chirnside Park Shopping Centre. | |
Essendon Model Railway GroupFor those of you who may be interested, The Essendon Model Railway Group is open to visitors and members every wednesday evening and saturday afternoon in Glenroy. | |
Hobsons Bay Model Railway ClubThe HOBSON’S BAY MODEL RAILWAY Club (Inc.) was formed in 1988, when a group of then Public Transport workers, got together and decided to acquire one of the many disused government operated Railway’s buildings, in order to form a truly Australian based modeling group. | |
Phillip Island and District Railway Modellers Inc#VALUE! | |
Sunshine Model Railway Club#VALUE! | |
Victorian Model Railway Society Inc.The Victorian Model Railway society is the senior model railway group in the state of Victoria, Australia and is based in the city of Melbourne. | |
Waverly Model Railway ClubWaverley Model Railway Club was formed in 1970 by model railway enthusiasts. | |
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Yarra Valley MRCThe Yarra Valley Model Railway Club meets every Friday night from 8.3 |
Model Train Shops and Supplies
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Airport West ModelsAirport West Model Trains is the place for all your modeling hobby requirements, be it scale models, electric & steam trains, radio control cars, planes,boats and helicopters. |
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BranchlineEstablished over 30 years ago, Branchline is in Croydon, Victoria, an outer eastern suburb of Melbourne. |
e Trainse-Trains specialises in the manufacture of handmade loads to suit HO & N Scale wagons, trucks and layout features. | |
Hearns HobbiesThe most famous hobby shop in Australia since 1940's. | |
Train WorldAustralia's premier model railway shop. | |
Victorian Hobby CentreA general hobby Shop located at 21a Swanston St, Melbourne CBD. |
Museums
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ARHS Railway MuseumEstablished in 1945, the Australian Railway Historical Society Victorian Division Inc. has a proud history of over 70 years of catering for all who have an interest in the railway history of Victoria. It has a growing membership of over 500 members throughout Australia and overseas. |
Pendon Museum, bringing the past to life – Abingdon, OxfordshireAbout Pendon Museum Pendon Museum preserves the idyllic rural scene and transport of the 1920s and 30s in a miniature form for future generations to enjoy. | |
Seymour Railway Heritage CentreSeymour Railway Heritage Centre is dedicated to preserving Victorian railway rolling stock in operating condition so that it can run on the main line railway network in a heritage environment for the benefit of the people of Victoria. |
Railway Research
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Chris’ Commonwealth Railways PageThis site is where you will find various bits of information about the Commonwealth Railways, Australian National Railways, Great Southern Railways and the South Australian Railways. |
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David Head’s websitesDavid's model railway modelling website. |
John Cleverdon’s Railway PhotosContains miscellaneous railway photos. | |
LocopageLocoPage is a Web site about Australian diesel and electric locomotives. | |
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Model Trains and ThingsThe right place for you if you’re looking for links to hobby shops in Australia, England and the United States where you can get what you need. |
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PJV’s WebsitePJV's Website |
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Richard Felstead’s Web PageRichard Felstead's Web Page |
Steam Locomotive dot comAn excellent source of information for steam locomotives. | |
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Victorian Narrow Gauge Railways |
Victorian RailwaysAn extensive website about Victorian Railways. | |
Victorian Railways ResourcesA site containing rail network maps and stations of the Victorian Railways throughout the years. | |
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Weston Langford Railway PhotographyRailway Photography |
Snow Hill Station
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Cuneo SocietyThe Cuneo Society was formed in 2001, and had its inaugural AGM in 2002. |
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Snow Hill Station History |
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Snow Hill station, BirminghamSnow Hill station photos |
Starting Out
3 Safety Tips for Introducing Your Child to Model Train BuildingPutting together a model train setup is a fun hobby to share with younger generations, but you must introduce kids to it in a safe way. | |
9 Tips for Model Railroading on a BudgetIt is often said that model trains are a rich man's hobby. And with prices seeming to rise with every new release, it certainly sometimes feels that way. | |
DIY Tips for Detailing Your LayoutWhile many of us find ourselves either in self-quarantine or in “lockdown” due to COVID-19, our layouts are becoming a welcome source of distraction and an escape from feeling cooped up at home. | |
Model Railroad PlanningPlanning a model railroad can be a hobby unto itself. Many people never get beyond the design stage, afraid of not getting it right. | |
The Ultimate Guide to Starting a Model Train CollectionThere are many reasons to start collecting model trains, but the most important (and most obvious) one is that it’s fun! |
Rob Roy Hill Climb
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Home – Rob Roy HillclimbAt the time of its construction, Rob Roy was one of only three bitumen surfaced purpose built hill climbs in the world, the other two being Shelsley Walsh and Prescott (UK). Its origins go back to 1935, when representatives from the then Light Car Club of Australia inspected the property known as Clinton's Pleasure Grounds, with a view to establishing a suitable venue for the hillclimb meetings. |
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MGCC – home pageThe M.G. Car Club, Melbourne Centre was incorporated in 1961, having been formed in 1958 to preserve, promote and enjoy the marque M.G., and is one of many similar clubs world wide. |
Travel
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20 Best Day Trips From Melbourne – AmazingCo |
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WebjetA great place to search for the best airfare. |
Walks
Darebin Parklands loop walk
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Darebin Parklands AssociationHome to echidnas, flying foxes, native fish, 70 species of birds, and even the occasional kangaroo, the Darebin Parklands are one of Melbourne’s best urban bushland reserves. |
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Darebin Parklands loop walkTake a break from fast-paced city life in one of inner Melbourne's best bushland reserves. Kilometres of walking track, creek rambles native plantings. |
Website Building
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Build tools · BootstrapBootstrap Build Tools |
Writing
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12 Of The Best Word Game Apps In 2020 (That Word Nerds Will Love) |
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Play Yahoo Games – AustraliaThis page gives you links for getting into full rooms on all Yahoo! Games such as Pool, Chess and Literati. |
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Word Grid | Novel GamesThis is a free online single player word game. Letters appear in the top left corner of the grid and you have to place them onto the grid to try and make horizontal and vertical words. |
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Word Pyramids – OnlineWord Pyramids is a fantastic practice program that requires players to spell words in pyramid format. |