Trip Talk Help

Here are some questions and answers about using the Trip Talk bulletin board. If your query isn't here, let us know:

What is a bulletin board?
Who can use Trip Talk?
What kinds of things can I say?
How do I put my message on the board?
How do I reply to another person's message?
I don't like your topics. Can I suggest my own?

What is a bulletin board?

Our bulletin board is a place where you can talk to other Travelmate users. You might want to ask a question, give advice, find kindred souls, or swap info and tips.

Who can use Trip Talk?

Everyone is welcome to use Trip Talk and you don't have to register. You do need to "sign" a message but can do so with an alias if you wish.

What kinds of things can I say?

Whatever you want. This is your space. However, messages with blatant racist, sexist or offensive content, personal attacks, personal details of other people or commercial advertising will be edited or culled. So will anything inviting criminal activity or litigation.

We do try to check all messages but if you find something you think we've missed, please let us know at service@travelmate.com.au

If you want to observe Netiquette (net etiquette), here are some tips:

Be polite. Don't write something you wouldn't like to receive yourself.

Don't give out personal information about yourself such as your home address, or phone number.

Don't forward or post a private message someone else has sent you.

Using ALL CAPS means you are really angry, so use with care.

Know the lingo: acronyms like ROTFL (Rolling On The Floor Laughing) and emoticons like :) are fun, though they are used more in chat rooms than bulletin boards. If you see one and are unsure of its meaning, try these links:
- The Sharpened.net Glossary (for acronyms and emoticons)
- A Brief 'Net Primer (for acronyms only)

How do I put my message on the board?

Click Trip Talk on the menu bar.
The topics are divided into Australian states and territories. Select the one that your message relates to.
Click the Add New button and complete the message form.

How do I reply to another person's message?

Click Trip Talk on the menu bar.
The topics are divided into Australian states and territories. Select the one your reply relates to.
The messages for that topic are listed by title. Next to each message is its opening words.
Click on a Message to view it in full.
Click the Add New button.
Once posted, your message will be listed with the other messages.

I don't like your topics. Can I suggest my own?

Sure. Just email us at service@travelmate.com.au and tell us your suggestion.

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