len gardener wrote:
:: g'day hamish,
::
:: just as a suggestion you may check the brands and seek some advice on
:: quality and servicability of electric models from a specialist
:: mower/garden equipment shop before you buy. also reckon i'd go for
:: the electric model.
::
:: buying price can sometimes be a trap for the unwary.
::
:: len

Thanks Len.
I appreciate your input. I did purchase the electric model this morning and
went for a Ryobi which has a good reputation. The deal from Bunnings
included a 30 day complete satisfaction or return for refund, plus the Ryobi
warranty of 2 years full exchange for new. The price was $79.

There are models (eg. GMC) as cheap as $39.95 but I prefer the backup of a
well known brand name.
Having just cut the hedge with hand clippers it will be a week or two before
I can put it to use........bummer !!

Thanks again for your help. How's things going in Gympie ? Been a long dry
summer in my neck of the woods..........
Cheers
Hamish