Thanks for the helpful replies, haughtney, yes I've had a long back ground in GA and turbo props in NZ before moving off shore and I'm sadly familiar with the attitude of some. I'd add though that there are far more good people than bad, which is why I asked what I thought was a simple question, however, I do appreciate the replies and the advice from those of you there in Godzone.
27/09, no problems, I don't have a fragile ego and I know exactly what you mean regarding accidents from experienced pilots operating in an environment they are not current in. I try to keep my hand in as much as possible and have shares in several warbirds in NZ but sadly neither of them are available for this. Always interested in what your handle means....?
Thanks 2EggOmelette, I'll do as you suggest and contact those clubs, cheers.
Aussie Bob, I flew them (C180/5) a lot in GA, and I just really enjoyed them, the extra challenges posed by tailwheels, the handling qualities etc etc. Nothing wrong with a 206, I flew them a lot too but as I say, I just really like the tailwheel.
Thanks again all, I do appreciate you taking the time to post.
Nosey