Monthly Archives: June 2011

Rural welfare

Posted on June 30, 2011 by Ian

Once again, I see that when the rural sector has business problems, it has its hand out for welfare from the government.  Rural socialism (of the risks and losses) strikes again – of course when it comes to the good … Continue reading →

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Almost perfect

Posted on June 22, 2011 by Ian

There are 49,000 permanently employed teachers in the NSW government school system. They are clearly so close to perfection, and achieving such a high standard of excellence, that only 5 were dismissed last year for poor performance.  That’s about 0.01%.  … Continue reading →

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Yep, I can see the sense of purpose and all that

Posted on June 18, 2011 by Ian

According to Julia Gillard, the reasons she moved against Kevin Rudd last year to take over as Prime Minister included: “We had lost a sense of purpose and plan for the future,” “We didn’t have a clear plan as to … Continue reading →

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Damn right, I’m jealous

Posted on June 15, 2011 by Ian

Of my daughter who is currently on holidays in Europe, and as of today, specifically in Tenerife, Spain.  No doubt hanging out by the pool or beach, and enjoying a siesta. Beats a grey day in Canberra’s winter!

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Try pissing in the toilet

Posted on June 9, 2011 by Ian

Michelle Egglestone from Ballarat in Victoria is suing her former fiance over injuries she suffered at his house. It seems they were having a few (?) drinks on the verandah of the house when she decided she needed to pee.  … Continue reading →

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The climate change debate–for morons

Posted on June 4, 2011 by Ian

Clearly rational scientific debate is way beyond some people.  The Australian National University (ANU) here in Canberra has had to increase security, including relocating some people, following a number of death threats to its climate scientists. The university has received … Continue reading →

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I know I hate this, too, but …

Posted on June 1, 2011 by Ian

A fight between 2 airline passengers over the reclining of a seat resulted in a United Airlines flight turning back and making an emergency landing in Washington SC, with 2 F16 fighter jets to escort it there. The fight began … Continue reading →

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