Thanks for the replies.Plenty of things to consider from all your ideas and opinions.
Genghis , I have considered microlights, but to be honest i havent researched into it too much. Might sound like a silly question but does PPL license cover flying micros? Id guess so? Share flying sounds good. Many things to learn from observing others flying.
The Heff , i agree with you on the lack of structure when the training has stopped. I have thought about tail wheel conversion . There is a super decathlon based close by where im at (adelaide) . Id like to do a tailwheel conversion with some aerobatics mixed into the lessons,cost dependant of course.
Muten , i have never used microsoft sim , im sure it works to stay fresh with the checks and stuff. i might try it out. hard to beat the real thing though!
Thing , i like the planning stuff aswell . i sit with the charts and draw lines to all the random places i want to visit . I am planning an overnight trip at the minute .
Adam , glad to hear your back into it , the budget doesnt stretch to buying a plane as yet but i live in hope .
Many thanks for the input lads ,
tis.