G'day from Brisbane

Hi all,



My name is Tim, I live on the northside of Brisbane.



I am new to woodworking aside from the little bit I did at school, I have always loved working with wood, its got a nice and warm feel to it....



I am looking at getting into woodworking as a hobby only, not really interested in becoming a full on salesman, just after a bit of fun. My Girlfriend has also expressed an interest in doing it which was the final push I needed to get into it......



I am looking at buying a lathe and don't know the first thing to look for, I am looking at turning bowls, boxes, round things......I have looked at Carbatec and found they have an economy lathe for $559

http://ift.tt/1CdJsZG



I also found a place called Machinery House and found something very similar for $500.....

http://ift.tt/18I0x1w



I am happy to hear peoples opinion on these lathes, but as it is something that I am new at, im not looking at buying a $2000 lathe.....Any other alternatives?



Also where can you buy tools at a reasonable price?



Cheers



Tim