Makka Pakka Lake Meran, Victoria, Australia
By Kaneira on 24-Mar-13. Waypoint GC488DP

Unfortunately, I cannot see any information that indicates that steps have been taken to resolve the issue/s associated with this placement. Therefore as advised previously, the cache is being de-listed (Archived) to keep it from continually showing up in search lists, and to prevent it from blocking other cache placements.

The [**Geocache Maintenance guideline**](http://www.geocaching.com/about/guidelines.aspx#cachemaintenance) explains what needs to happen with a Disable cache.

Caches that have been archived for lack of maintenance will not be unarchived. This is explained in the Help Center article [**here**](http://support.groundspeak.com//index.php?pg=kb.page&id=70).

If you wish to contact me please send an email via my profile - [**Bunjil**,](https://coord.info/PR9GZ0K) and quote the cache name and GC number.

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###**CACHE OWNER ACTION REQUIRED PLEASE**###

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I've noticed this cache is carrying a maintenance log which really does need to be addressed by the cache owner.

The guidelines indicated that periodic visits to check on the cache, as well as prompt attention to any logs that indicate there is a problem, are part of the [**cache owners responsibilities.**](https://www.geocaching.com/play/guidelines#listingmaintenance) If you can't attend to the issue promptly, then you need to [**Disable it**](https://www.geocaching.com/help/index.php?pg=kb.chapter&id=38&pgid=235) - I have Disabled it for you this time.

**Can you please respond to this situation (or indicated your intention) within 14 days,** so others know exactly what is happening with this cache?

You have lots of choices so pick the one that applies from this handy list:

- Repair and/or Replace your cache or do whatever else is needed, post an [**Owner Maintenance log**](http://support.groundspeak.com/index.php?pg=kb.page&id=404) and [**ENABLE your cache.**](https://support.groundspeak.com/index.php?pg=kb.page&id=235 ) Then sit back and wait for the praises.

- If you don't plan on fixing it up then please [**Archive it**](https://www.geocaching.com/help/index.php?pg=kb.chapter&id=38&pgid=56) so it is removed from searches and someone else can have the spot. Don't forget to remove any remnants of your previously enjoyed cache too.

- If you really hope to get it fixed but there is some unusual reason why you can't do it soon, then at least post a Write Note log (within 14 days). Be sure to indicate the actual date that you expect to have it fixed so that everyone knows you are on top of it. For ongoing issues (where you don't have an actual date) please ensure you visit the page and post a note every 28 days so as to keep everyone up to speed.

You might wonder what happens if you don't pick one of those. Well, if nothing happens, then a few weeks from today, when I next look at the cache page, it is likely that I will unfortunately have to de-list (Archive) it on the basis that it has been abandoned.

Honestly, I'd rather you decide so please do something before then. Please don't send me an email but instead follow the information/advice posted above.





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Nothing but a hole in the ground!
Should have read the logs.

This geocacher reported that the cache might be missing.

This had an obvious location in the right spot which had obviously been set up, but there was no cache in the hiding spot. I presume this cache has disappeared.

Found a gorgeous little frog and the stone heap which now makes more sense, the phone was not playing ball so didnt get to read the cache description until later.. but enjoyed the drive through the forest area. not so the large hungry mosquitoes.. never mind , its all part of the experience.. thanks for the cache but it might need a looking at by the CO.

Reckon we found this but the cupboard was bare.

Makka Pakka,
Makka Pakka,
Makka Pakka,
Makka Pakka,

Oh come on !!
I'm an adult now,
me atttention span could not stand another twenty repetitions of that !! [:o]

I found the cache instead
Easy to spot if you know what to look for

TFTC

Apologies for the late log. TFTC

Decided to saddle shank,s pony after Iggle Piggle .Tfth and tfpih.

Find # 2273 @ 1441 H

With the weather being good ( well half decent but great caching wise ) I decided to head up Boort way and collect a couple of stray caches in the area I was yet to put a smilie on.

This small series was the main reason for the trip up. Knowing that the area was "dry weather roads only" and seeing that I was in a low clearance ute. I was hoping for an easy run through the area and well, it was clear all the way.
making my way through I the only hazards I had was the occasional car killing pot holes and the number of wildlife crossing the roads.

This one had me at GZ scratching my head for a few minutes, as I check all the "normal" hide locations, I decided to then check the obvious. [8)]

TFTC Kaneira a great little hide

[:(!] Thanks for an awesome effort.

I like it

Another one of the list

TNLNSL TFTC/TFTH/TFBUH Kaneira [^]

so cute !!! TFTC It's also Find # 200 for us!!

After looking at the lake we took a drive around the State park and found his one at a great lunch spot
Very clever and we give you a favourite
Signed and replaced
TFTC

TFTC. Makka Pakka's trademark is handy to know

The next one we did in this fun little series. Unfortunately we hadn't read the description of the next one, so we hadn't collected the necessary info. Never mind, will do it on another trip, and we enjoyed this pleasant day, anyway! TFTC

Don't know anything about the tv show but enjoyed driving through the area. The area was wet but the roads were ok for 2wd if you're careful. SL TFTC

Found at 10.15am wandering around this lovely little state park,
Nobody around, clue recorded and now to final GZ
TNLN
Thanks
K&M

A very large Roo jumped across the track right in front of us,he must be roocaching. Trees,trees everywhere. TFTC.

Makka Pakka Akka Wakka Mikka Makka moo!
Makka Pakka Appa yakka Ikka akka, ooo
Hum dum Agga pang Ing, ang, ooo
Makka Pakka Akka wakka Mikka Makka moo!

Guiding the Ninky Nonk to Makka Pakka was a relatively easy feat. I got out of the Ninky Nonk, grabbed my Og Pog and soon saw something that heralded the presence of Makka Pakka.

Just be aware of the sinkholes formed within the tracks. It would be easy to put a wheel down one of them. They're easy enough to avoid but you need to be travelling at a sensible speed!

TFTC!!

Found this charming and imaginative cache with my 4 year old daughter, with the help of her grandparents. Our first ever cache find; what a thrill. TFTC GCC.

First ever find! Thanks Makka Pakka xxx

We liked the camo
Found with the Rainbow Rabbits while caching between Kerang and Bendigo. Thanks for the fun

Found it with Stooy. Havent actually watched 'In the night garden' but usually watch Spicks & Specks which comes after it. Would not like to attempt this series after rain. tftcsl.

A nice easy find. A really great hide. Enjoyed our drive to these caches on a lovely day.
Signed the log got numbers needed and replaced. TFTC.

Another great hide in this wonderful series TFTC

Another enjoyable cache found in this fine series placed by Kaneira. A gang of comrades having fun finding these whilst us older and I'd suggest much slower 'senior catchers watched the fun only helping when young eyes failed (which never occurred on this caching day). Thanks again to the owners for the cache and its interesting setting. TNLN.

TQP

What a clever cache. Very impressed. TNLN. TFTC

It put a grin on my face when I saw it. Such an amazing camouflage, so well constructed.
TFTC and bringing us to this amazing Black Box forest.

Found by Roma and Max.
It was with some de ja vu that we returned to this lovely iron bark forest on a similar mission to that of December 2007, and after paying a nostalgia visit to that now archived cache web page GC184VB, the wet weather maintenance saga relating to its demise further backs up your advice as to when not to enter this search area!
Back then we did have our grand daughters with us but for obvious reasons that was not possible this time.
We were suitably impressed with your container and how appropriate it was, very well done.
Thank you Kaneira and your grand daughter for this mini series.
Cheers,
from Romax.

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