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Oz $ losing so much value to the Baht
I might not even be able to exchange AUD there, the way it's going. -
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Australian Aged Pension
Firstly, the question was not put to you. The question was put to the member Scorecard, who, at various stages has posted he is on a Vet's pension, and then at other stages, has posted he's on the old aged pension, and how kind the Centerlink call center staff are when he makes inquiries about it. He's also posted a lot about portability, something Vet's don't have a problem with. In fact, I know a few Vet's in Thailand and had some brief discussions with them about it. I specifically remember him posting his 2 year stay in Australia for portability was in a Vet's village, and how easy the 2 years was for him because it. So, he's either a Vet, on a Vet's pension, or he's not. I called him out on it a while ago, and his reply was, "You are on my ignore list." Funny that. So, I, and others, smelt BS. Yet, he has never gone on the record as to, exactly, just what pension he's on, because they are VERY different pensions, with VERY different entitlements. I have posted before I am not on an aged pension. Posted it months ago. No secret. I have also posted before I will not receive an aged pension, without shifting assets, and my accountant working some magic. All legal, of course. I have no problem admitting after working and paying a lot of tax, I do feel somewhat "entitled" when that day comes. My post count on this thread is high because a long time ago I got wind of the proposed changes to Australia's 90 year old tax residency laws. I'm sure you have seen them. Basically, just like Thailand, Australia is looking to change to a physical presence and time based model, from a "domiciled" model. I posted those changes and got an avalanche of crazy reasons why it will never happen. Everything from Paul Hogan, to having a Medicare Card, even Albo has been voted in, so it's never going to happen. I replied to every serious post, and also every personal attack, baiting, flame, troll, abusive, hate, ridicule etc post, thus, a high post count. Also got sent on a posting holiday. As I have said, the proposed changes are the single biggest issue facing members reading this thread, and I stand by that. What's there to talk about in relation to portability? Do tell? It's been done to death. There was a lot of debate, but at the end of the day, what was established was: 1) The pension is deemed an income. 2) The pension is taxable. 3) Someone who is living in Thailand WILL BE deemed a non resident when the proposed changes are passed. Many already are anyway, including myself. 4) The proposed changes have no means testing, thresholds, or exemptions in them. 5) Non resident tax is 30% from $0 to $135,000. Members still believe there's nothing to worry about, and that's fine. I'm just interested in why, with some more substance to their post than Hoges, Medicare Cards, and Albo. Indeed, the psychology behind not wanting to consider the possibility was also discussed. You see, pensioners may get an increase, but the pensioners back home are going backwards. Eg. electricity, gas, water, rates, food, petrol etc etc. Nothing that we care about here, because it's cheap living, but the government, who is in record debt, may just want a piece of the non resident tax pie, and that could include pensioners, possibly as collateral damage. Yet, no one wants to put the jigsaw puzzle with the five things above together to even think it's possible. We already know Immigration inform Centerlink after 6 weeks out, so supplements are cut off. Is putting the ATO in that loop such a giant step forward that is to far for a computer to do???? The Brit expats get their pension frozen when they leave. Maybe Australia wants to tax pensions. Same Same, but different. Who knows? What I do know is times are changing, Australia is in record debt, and chasing every dollar they can get. Members posted, "they will not target pensioners." I never said expat pensioners will be "targeted." All I have ever said is they very well may be collateral damage. Members posted, "pensioners will be up in arms." I asked, who went to the Embassy in Bangkok last election and voted. No reply. So why would pensioners in Australia give a sh*t about pensioners living it up in Thailand and Bali etc? So, to summarize, there's been a lot of funny posts put forward why it will not / can not happen, but little in the way of substance as to why, hence, one more post to my count on this thread. Now, if you can post a reason why all the above five things WILL NOT line up to cause pensioners ANY grief at all, I'm all eyes. -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Sunday 29 September 2024
to continue: Thailand Live Monday 30 September 2024 https://aseannow.com/topic/1339398-thailand-live-monday-30-september-2024/ -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 30 September 2024
Close Call: Footage Captures Car Passing Over Collapsing Road in Phayao A major road collapse occurred in Phayao Province prompting urgent warnings for motorists traveling through the affected area. Residents described hearing a loud noise just before the ground gave way, and they rushed to stop vehicles from crossing the hazardous section. Footage from a car’s dashcam has surfaced, showing a vehicle narrowly escaping the road collapse. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1339382-close-call-footage-captures-car-passing-over-collapsing-road-in-phayao/ -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 30 September 2024
Campaigners Urge Handout Recipients to Avoid Alcohol Amid Payout Uncertainty FILE photo Anti-drunk driving advocates are calling on recipients of the government’s 10,000-baht cash handout to avoid spending the funds on alcohol, warning that such purchases could lead to accidents and serious injuries. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339369-campaigners-urge-handout-recipients-to-avoid-alcohol-amid-payout-uncertainty/ -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 30 September 2024
Denmark Considers Importing Medications from Thailand and Asia to Cut Costs FILE photo courtesy: Wikimedia Denmark is exploring the possibility of importing medications from Thailand, India, and China to provide its citizens with more affordable pharmaceutical options, according to a report by ScandAsia. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339366-denmark-considers-importing-medications-from-thailand-and-asia-to-cut-costs -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 30 September 2024
Rising Baht Sparks Fears of Another 'Tom Yam Kung' Crisis FILE photo Thailand - Prachai Leophairat, CEO of TPI Polene Public Company Limited, expressed concern over the rising value of the Thai baht and its potential economic impact, drawing parallels to the 1997 "Tom Yam Kung" crisis. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339373-rising-baht-sparks-fears-of-another-tom-yam-kung-crisis/ -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 30 September 2024
The DTV program has had a promising start, according to Thai Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa. Although no official numbers have been released, social media bloggers estimate that between 1,500 and 2,500 visas have been issued in the first 10 weeks. Destination Thailand Visa Sparks Interest, Faces Future Hurdles Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339343-destination-thailand-visa-sparks-interest-faces-future-hurdles/ -
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How-To: How to stop Alibaba Commie-bandits from sending me spam?
You are absolute out of your mind -
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How-To: How to stop Alibaba Commie-bandits from sending me spam?
You are very sick -
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How-To: How to stop Alibaba Commie-bandits from sending me spam?
Dear Folks, IMHO, anyone who has anything to do with the Mainland-Chinese Commie-Bandits will always RUE the DAY. My problem is that, very suddenly, beginning just this week, I am getting Spam GALORE from those Commie-Bandits....ALIBABA. So...the question is: How to stop the Mainlanders from reaching out from behind their Bamboo Curtain to muck up my phone, and ruin my life. Do we need to mount a Nuclear Offensive just to put a FINAL end to their dastardly deeds, well documented, ever since that nitwit Mao took control of a once-great country, in 1949? Some people say that the Yellow River is China's sorrow. But, NO..... It's the Commie-Bandits, the GONG-FEI, that are the real sorrow of China..... So, how can I get rid of Alibaba Spam? Thank you. I would LOVE to NUKE Alibaba.... But I don't want to hurt no kangaroos..... Best regards, Thanks for any advice, too. Gamma Those Commie Bandits are even WORSE than the Americans....! -
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Investment for income stream for a Thai
The only “income stream “ for a TG is her farang BF. Do not confuse them with “investments “. Most can barely manage a hand to mouth existence -
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