The 2006 Queensland Astrofest saw the coming together of SDM #004, #005 and #006 with their proud owners to celebrate a weekend of clouds and conversation. Peter was on hand to tune up the telescopes and enjoy splendid views glimpsed in difficult circumstances. SDM#006 saw first light with ServoCat and its owner Jonathan was rewarded both with its stunning tracking and with fabulous views of the Dumbbell Nebula M27 with its central star clearly visible, the Southern Veil and Trifid Nebula on Friday night before the rains came. Saturday was a great day to catch up with old acquaintances and to make new friends – there was no shortage of interest in the three monster dobs!