After all that, nobody`s using the topic

With no explainations forthcoming as to why it was closed in the first place it's a little hard to know what paramaters to work within.

It was a mouse accident. (seriously, it was n`t intended to be closed)

After all that, nobody`s using the topic

With no explainations forthcoming as to why it was closed in the first place it's a little hard to know what paramaters to work within.

It was a mouse accident. (seriously, it was n`t intended to be closed)

Revenge of the mouse.

Yeah rite, we believe ya.............

Perhaps we could even it up by fielding a combined side also?

How about Aus/India against the England/South African team?

The Indians 'ud never buy it.

But away from cricket for a second - what about Twickers? Whey hey the lads.

Thumped them Wannabees! 80 metre tries? Maybe not my preference, but got the press yapping.

Way... hey..... and UP they rise.

The ^"KIWIS" in Brisbane.

The _Kangaroos shed tears .......again,,,<deleted>

Where are the Ockor men........ sheeeesh

You don't get rid of her that easily

Australian politician claims Britain is 'overrun with immigrants and refugees’

Pauline Hanson, the Australian politician noted for her anti-immigration outbursts, has said she is abandoning plans to move to Britain because “it’s overrun with immigrants and refugees.”

Ms Hanson, the former One Nation party chief who warned that Australia was at risk of being “swamped by Asians”, said France was also inundated with foreigners and she had decided to stay in Australia.

“I love England but so many people want to leave there because it’s overrun with immigrants and refugees,” she said.

“France is becoming filled with Muslims and the French and English are losing their way of life because they’re controlled by foreigners.”

The former fish and chip shop owner announced in February she was emigrating to Britain due to disillusionment with Australia’s immigration and trade policies.

The British National Party said Ms Hanson would be “very welcome” in their party, lamenting the “politically correct intimidation and bullying” which had driven her from her home country.

But after a 10-week tour of Europe Hanson said she had decided life in Australia was not so bad.

“Problems are worse over there than they are in Australia,” she said.

“Australia is still the best place in the world to live, (though) the same sorts of awful things are happening here too.”

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/australiaandthepacific/australia/8132290/Australian-politician-claims-Britain-is-overrun-with-immigrants-and-refugees.html

Some quotes reported by the Sydney Morning Herald from a Sydney lawyer who was a passenger aboard Qantas flight QF17 which was forced to return to Sydney after experiencing an electrical failure:

"There were no electrics and you really wondered whether they were flying the plane OK."

(Since it landed safely I guess they were)

"I have on my watch an altimeter and it had shown they had fully depressurised the cabin,"

(must have held his breath for a long time)

"As we came in to land you didn't hear the normal electrical sounds when they activate the landing gear but you could hear something, like they were manually doing it."

(from the flight deck of a 747, really?)

"Excuse my French, but this is just another Qantas f--- up - that is what the QF probably stands for,"

(so a safe landing is a f--- up ?)

One can only hope this guy is not indicative of the intelligence of Sydney lawyers. The SMH article has been rewritten to remove the above, probably after the guy threatened to sue for public ridicule. He should be disbarred for bringing the legal profession into disrepute.

He was probably one of those refugee lawyers. Among the most ignorant breed of people I have ever had to deal with.

He was probably one of those refugee lawyers. Among the most ignorant breed of people I have ever had to deal with.

You mean a lawyer for refugees, I assume - not a refugee who is a lawyer.

All these do-gooder lawyers are a waste of space. Just watched a spokesman for Amnesty International on ABC (Australia Network). Talking about rendition.

"Well, we have no proof. But it happened, we know it happened. No, we have no witnesses, but ewveryone agrees in Europe that it happened. Well, no, the European governments don't agree, but everyone knows it happened."

It probably did happen, but a good lawyer finds proof before he opens his mouth. The old adage 'Never ask a question that you don't know the answer to' springs to mind.

The Rambo Granny of Melbourne , Australia

Gun-toting granny Ava Estelle, 81, was so ticked-off when two thugs raped her 18-year-old granddaughter that she tracked the unsuspecting ex-cons down... and shot off their testicles.

The old lady spent a week hunting those men down -and, when she found them, she took revenge on them in her own special way, said Melbourne police investigator Evan Delp.

Then she took a taxi to the nearest police station, laid the gun on the sergeant's desk and told him as calm as could be: 'Those bastards will never rape anybody again, by God.'

Cops say convicted rapist and robber Davis Furth, 33, lost both his penis and his testicles when outraged Ava opened fire with a 9-mm pistol in the hotel room where he and former prison cell mate Stanley Thomas , 29, were holed up..

The wrinkled avenger also blew Thomas' testicles to kingdom come, but doctors managed to save his mangled penis, police said. 'The one guy, Thomas, didn't lose his manhood, 'but the doctor I talked to said he won't be using it the way he used to,' Detective Delp told reporters. 'Both men are still in pretty bad shape, 'but I think they're just happy to be alive after what they've been through.'

The Rambo Granny swung into action August 21 after her granddaughter Debbie was carjacked and raped in broad daylight by two knife-wielding creeps in a section of town bordering on skid row...

'When I saw the look on my Debbie's face that night in the hospital, 'I decided I was going to go out and get those bastards myself ''cause I figured the Law would go easy on them,' recalled the retired library worker.. 'And I wasn't scared of them, either - because I've got me a gun and I've been shootin' all my life. 'And I wasn't dumb enough to turn it in when the law changed about owning one.'

So, using a police artist's sketch of the suspects and Debbie's description of the sickos, tough-as-nails Ava spent seven days prowling the wino-infested neighborhood where the crime took place till she spotted the ill-fated rapists entering their flophouse hotel. 'I knew it was them the minute I saw 'em, but I shot a picture of 'em anyway' and took it back to Debbie and she said sure as hel_l, it was them,' the oldster recalled . .. . . .

'So I went back to that hotel and found their room and knocked on the door, 'and the minute the big one opened the door, I shot 'em right square between the legs,'right where it would really hurt 'em most, you know. 'Then I went in and shot the other one 'as he backed up pleading to me to spare him.' Then I went down to the police station and turned myself in..'

Now, baffled lawmen are trying to figure out exactly how to deal with the vigilante granny. 'What she did was wrong, and she broke the law, but it is difficult to throw an 81-year-old woman in prison,' Det. Delp said, 'especially when 3 million people in the city want to nominate her for Mayor.'

DEPORT HER TO ENGLAND - WE NEED HER HERE!

Her attitude would be a refreshing change from our totally wimpy judges and would get around all the bottom feeding lawyers.

intriguing three days play so far in the 1st test of the ashes series between australia and england at the gabba in brisbane. should be interesting viewing tomorrow to see if the english top order can dig in and somehow get themselves into a position to salvage a draw or maybe even an unexpected victory if they can skittle the aussies out cheaply on the last day. thats if the wicket deteriorates enough for the bowlers and the ball holds up for more than 15 overs !

Arguement settled onc e and forever........

Pavlova (n). Invented in New Zealand

The battle with Australia for the pavlova is all but over.

According to the Oxford English Dictionary, the delicious dessert was created in New Zealand.The OED was relaunched online yesterday with 600,000 words. .

The OED came out in favour of New Zealand's argument for the pavlova after stating the first recorded recipe was in 1927 in Davis Dainty Dishes, a publication by Davis Gelatine (NZ).

Kiwis' reluctance to start the working week has also been noted with the first recorded case of "Mondayitis" being recorded in a local dictionary in 1979.

However, the Australians were the first to escape work by "pulling a sickie" with references to the act in 1953.

(Popular Ockor pastime.)

New Zealanders can now also officially deem something broken and half-cooked in local slang because of it being "pukeroo" and "half-pie".

Only partly to do with Australia - but must be greeted by unmitigated delight by Kiwis

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/science/8169817/Dolly-the-Sheep-reborn-as-four-new-clones-created.html

Dolly the Sheep 'reborn' as four new clones created

Four clones of Dolly the Sheep have been made by the scientist behind the original genetic research, it has been reported.

The quads, nicknamed “The Dollies”, are said to be exact genetic copies of their predecessor, who was put down seven years ago.

“Dolly is alive and well. Genetically these are Dolly,” Professor Keith Campbell, who keeps the Dollies as pets on land at Nottingham University, told the Daily Mail.

“They have got the life of Reilly – they potter around and get fed.

“We are not doing anything to them, they have no health concerns and they show none of the signs of developing the arthritis that Dolly had.”

The professor, who plans to publish details about the Dollies in a scientific journal, said the health of the clones was being closely watched.

He said the latest experiments were carried out to investigate whether improvements to the technique could cut the risk of problems in and out of the womb.

The arrival of Dolly was a landmark in genetic technology, demonstrating that scientists could reverse cellular time by converting an adult sheep's cell into an embryo, which was then grown into a new sheep.

Her birth prompted a fierce debate about the ethics and ramifications of cloning, with one writer claiming that Dolly "looks at you with those intense red eyes – eyes full of hate".

So just think, guys, you can have your favourite Baaabaaara cloned and always have that young, lively ewe on your arm.

Only partly to do with Australia - but must be greeted by unmitigated delight by Kiwis

http://www.telegraph...es-created.html

Dolly the Sheep 'reborn' as four new clones created

Four clones of Dolly the Sheep have been made by the scientist behind the original genetic research, it has been reported.

The quads, nicknamed "The Dollies", are said to be exact genetic copies of their predecessor, who was put down seven years ago.

"Dolly is alive and well. Genetically these are Dolly," Professor Keith Campbell, who keeps the Dollies as pets on land at Nottingham University, told the Daily Mail.

"They have got the life of Reilly they potter around and get fed.

"We are not doing anything to them, they have no health concerns and they show none of the signs of developing the arthritis that Dolly had."

The professor, who plans to publish details about the Dollies in a scientific journal, said the health of the clones was being closely watched.

He said the latest experiments were carried out to investigate whether improvements to the technique could cut the risk of problems in and out of the womb.

The arrival of Dolly was a landmark in genetic technology, demonstrating that scientists could reverse cellular time by converting an adult sheep's cell into an embryo, which was then grown into a new sheep.

Her birth prompted a fierce debate about the ethics and ramifications of cloning, with one writer claiming that Dolly "looks at you with those intense red eyes eyes full of hate".

So just think, guys, you can have your favourite Baaabaaara cloned and always have that young, lively ewe on your arm.

Stands to reason, next up cloning a sheep x wallaby cross.

Wooly jumpers for Ockor shepherds

Stands to reason, next up cloning a sheep x wallaby cross.

Wooly jumpers for Ockor shepherds

Comes springtime and the lambs 'ud be jumping the fences.

Or would they be in their mother's pouch? Tickle a bit with all that wool.

But imagine what you'd get if you bought a leg of lamb - succulent food for a week.

How do Google Ads keep up with the changes in subject ???

How do Google Ads keep up with the changes in subject ???

Guess they must have a huge library of algorithms, Humph.

Amazing how they work.

Like in TV I get ads for Thai gals in Auckland.

That be a simple one.

I was going to ask you lot about cricket, but after watching your batting performance yesterday, think I'll try to find a Sri Lankan forum

I was going to ask you lot about cricket, but after watching your batting performance yesterday, think I'll try to find a Sri Lankan forum

Black Caps....... OMG.

Even the Bangladeshis thrashed them

OZ not doing so well at Adelaide.

Watching as I post.

GO ENGLAND GOOOOO !!!!!

If you think the batting was bad you should see the bowling and catching displays today.

The chickens have come home to roost with the selecters policies over the years.

Bad news for England, rain coming, may have to settle for a draw again.

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If you think the batting was bad you should see the bowling and catching displays today.

The chickens have come home to roost with the selecters policies over the years.

I have been watching it live, both days, OC

OZ and NZ games running together.

At least you boys haven't gone Republican yet, so you can sort of claim some attachment to Cook............Tee hee

At least you boys haven't gone Republican yet, so you can sort of claim some attachment to Cook............Tee hee

No more talk of a republic until the old girl moves on. Then it's back on the agenda in a big way.

We don't want Big Ears with Horse Face as our head of state.

At least you boys haven't gone Republican yet, so you can sort of claim some attachment to Cook............Tee hee

No more talk of a republic until the old girl moves on. Then it's back on the agenda in a big way.

We don't want Big Ears with Horse Face as our head of state.

how about ricky ponting.

heard he will be looking for a new role to play, as his existing job is about to expire.

At least you boys haven't gone Republican yet, so you can sort of claim some attachment to Cook............Tee hee

No more talk of a republic until the old girl moves on. Then it's back on the agenda in a big way.

We don't want Big Ears with Horse Face as our head of state.

how about ricky ponting.

heard he will be looking for a new role to play, as his existing job is about to expire.

As long as it's not a politician.

Maybe Big Ears isn't a good choice (I don't think he's wanted in the UK, either), but to have Julia Gillard as the head of state would be really really crazy.

At least you boys haven't gone Republican yet, so you can sort of claim some attachment to Cook............Tee hee

No more talk of a republic until the old girl moves on. Then it's back on the agenda in a big way.

We don't want Big Ears with Horse Face as our head of state.

how about ricky ponting.

heard he will be looking for a new role to play, as his existing job is about to expire.

Putting Ponting up to be a Queen is a bit harsh..............

At least you boys haven't gone Republican yet, so you can sort of claim some attachment to Cook............Tee hee

No more talk of a republic until the old girl moves on. Then it's back on the agenda in a big way.

We don't want Big Ears with Horse Face as our head of state.

how about ricky ponting.

heard he will be looking for a new role to play, as his existing job is about to expire.

Putting Ponting up to be a Queen is a bit harsh..............

oh i dont know suiging.

Ive heard Mardi gras is pretty big down under.

maybe Mitchell Johnson could give him a few pointers in how to grow the tash to.

Now, now, chaps.

This thread is about Australia - not just Australian sports performances.

I know that FIFA don't reckon them for soccer.

I know the Kiwis keep thrashing them at Rugby.

I know the Ashes will go to England.

I know Mark Webber lost the F1 Drivers race.

But I hear they've got a pretty good girl surfer.

Now let's discuss wallabies, kookaburras, locusts and floods.

And that little Welsh lassie that's failing to maintain any semblance of being a prime minister.

NO CONTEST, BEAUTY, STRENGTH AND ......................................

Pinocchio, Snow White, and Superman are out for a little stroll in town one afternoon enjoying the sunshine.

As they walked, they come across a sign: "Beauty contest for the most beautiful woman in the world."

"I am entering!" said Snow White.

After half an hour she comes out and they ask her, "Well, how'd ya go?"

"I won First Place!," said Snow White.

They continue walking and they see another sign: "Contest for the strongest man in the world."

"I'm entering," says Superman.

After half an hour, he returns and they ask him, "How did you make out?"

"I won First Place, too," answers Superman. "Did you ever have a doubt?"

They continue walking when they see a third sign: "Contest! Who is the greatest liar in the world?"

Pinocchio quickly enters the contest. After half an hour he returns with tears in his eyes.

"What happened?" they asked.

"Who the hell is Julia Gillard?" asked Pinocchio.

These are the same sort of jokes and cartoons the Liberal Party machine put around the email circut to undermine Kevin Rudd.

Low politics.

Incidently the opposition leader is a self confessed liar, having said any promises he makes has to be in writing before he will stand by them.

Theres an American, a frenchman and an Australian sitting in a bar enjoying a beer together.

The American says to the other two,

"I must be the greatest lover in the Universe, the other day I was making love to my wife & when I finished my wife levitated 2 inches of the bed in delight".

The frenchman then spoke,

"Thats nothing my friends, the other day I made love to my wife and I was so good when I had finished my wife levitated 2 feet of the bed in delight".

The Aussie takes another gulp of his beer and says,

"You blokes are fukcing Amateurs, the other night I was bangin me misses and when I finished I got up and wiped my co*k on the curtains and the misses hit the roof"