Archive for September, 2006

Footy codes show results of years of planning & development

Saturday, September 23rd, 2006

Well, the dust has settled on the semi-finals for Australia’s 2 major football codes, the NRL (National Rugby League) and the AFL (Australian Football League).  The results are no doubt pleasing to the hierarchy of the codes respective managements as proof of their plans to develop truly national competitions.  The grand finals of both codes [...]

Ban called to prevent parents from smacking their children

Sunday, September 10th, 2006

The Australian Childhood Foundation have called for Governments to make laws banning parents from smacking their children.  There are already laws in place to prevent parents hitting their children above the shoulders and I, for one, support that ideal.  However, to suggest taking away from parents what is perhaps one of the most effective tools [...]

Historic fourth consecutive term to Queensland Labor Party

Sunday, September 10th, 2006

The Queensland Labor Party, led by the incumbent Premier, Mr Peter Beattie, has succeeded in winning an historic fourth consecutive term.  Mr Beattie has become the first Labor Premier to achieve this feat in 65 years.
Even though I might not agree with a lot of Labor policies, I cannot argue with the skill of Mr [...]

A sad week for Australians

Sunday, September 10th, 2006

This has indeed been a sad week for all Australians, and even more so for those who follow motor sport.
The man who was perhaps Australia’s best known “wildlife warrior” was ripped away from his family in incredible circumstances on Monday morning, September 4.  Death from sting ray barbs are extremely rare.  Trust Steve to find [...]