I think Tony's comment is a "General Comment" - not directed at anyone in particular. I think everyone has a right to express an opinion on the matter, whether it be positive or negative. My outlook is positive and there may be a few more people with the same attitude that have not publicly commented - yet. Not sure.
One thing is for sure - While we are discussing the pros and cons of the Expo and the auction, there are a few people in the background working hard to organize the event, and there are others like Gavin, that have hours of work ahead of them for their contributions to the event.
The other comment I would like to make is that if the hard work was not done, and the EXPO didn't happen, then we could make comments like - "Why are all the Good Pinball Expos in the USA" etc..
We have an opportunity to raise the awareness of the Pinball world - After all, we have more Pinballs coming INTO Australia than ever before. So why can't WE make a claim of being one of the BIGGEST Pinball enthusiasts in the world ?
