I'm not going to argue with your observations on Malcolm's behaviour since his elevation to the highest job; I also have to agree with you that he's shirked any conversations about tax reform or trying to raise more revenue by closing loopholes - especially the overly generous superannuation ones. I was also disappointed he wouldn't enter into a discussion about Labor's reasonable proposals for negative gearing reform. Perhaps you are right: I am putting him on a pedestal that he doesn't deserve just because I like his style - let's just agree instead that King Charles Cavaliers are unbelievably cute.

If you're looking for corruption then why not start with property developer donations to both sides of politics in NSW? I guarantee you you'll get spectacular results.

Indian Mynahs are very intelligent aren't they, they can learn dozens of words in captivity.

And are considered a pest species in this country. I'm surprised they are allowed to be kept as pets!

There are others, but Property developers have only self interest at heart and their role in life is to make a buck. Corruption shouldn't happen, but it does and it needs to be stamped out.

Indian Mynahs are very intelligent aren't they, they can learn dozens of words in captivity.

And are considered a pest species in this country. I'm surprised they are allowed to be kept as pets!

Are we meant to keep him? Dont know, and quite frankly I dont care. He isnt harming anyone or causing any problems. he will live with us for the rest of his days. It may not be as good (for him) as being free, but it is a considerable improvement over being dead.

Craig W

Craig, they are in fact a feral pest but I've heard before that they make excellent pets as they're smart and can learn lots of words. As long as you don't let him breed while he's captive I really don't see an issue - just feign ignorance if anyone says anything.

Back on topic: News Ltd reports another poll showing a 50/50 split between the Coalition and Labor again.

What are you trying to say here, that property developers should be held to a lower standard than everyone else because they're naturally inclined towards corruption?

Property developers should be as clean as the next guy, but there are sectors in the community that do need to be cleaner than the rest.

Hearing tonight on the ABC, that the Govt may be gearing up for an early Budget, on MAY 3rd, that would potentially clear the decks for a DD to be called on May 11th, one day after the budget, if it were handed down on the normal date, that would be followed by an 8 week campaign (some say that we are already in campaign mode) and the Election on July 2nd

Property developers should be as clean as the next guy, but there are sectors in the community that do need to be cleaner than the rest.

So one standard should apply for the community service workers but another standard should apply for the brown paper bags that flow between NSW property developers and politicians? Sorry but I just don't follow. Corruption is corruption is corruption.

Shane, the point that I'm trying to make here is that if the union corruption Royal Commission was genuine then the terms of reference would have included a bit more about the people doing the bribing... not just one idiot who compulsively used his credit card for prostitutes. For $80 million I don't think there was very much actually discovered; although I must admit it was interesting to hear about Bill Shorten's time at the SDA getting a rubbish deal for members he was supposedly representing.

Shane, the point that I'm trying to make here is that if the union corruption Royal Commission was genuine then the terms of reference would have included a bit more about the people doing the bribing... not just one idiot who compulsively used his credit card for prostitutes. For $80 million I don't think there was very much actually discovered; although I must admit it was interesting to hear about Bill Shorten's time at the SDA getting a rubbish deal for members he was supposedly representing.

Back on topic: Peta Credlin has finally commented publicly (AFR) about Nicki Savvas book The Road to Ruin saying that the basic problem with the Liberal party was that it had been split into into two camps with Turnbull on one side and Abbott on the other and that they were making the exact same mistakes as the Labor party did: "Having watched at close quarters the extraordinary way that Labor ripped itself apart during the Rudd-Gillard-Rudd years, I am dismayed that my own side is heading down the same path." she said.

Shane, the point that I'm trying to make here is that if the union corruption Royal Commission was genuine then the terms of reference would have included a bit more about the people doing the bribing... not just one idiot who compulsively used his credit card for prostitutes. For $80 million I don't think there was very much actually discovered; although I must admit it was interesting to hear about Bill Shorten's time at the SDA getting a rubbish deal for members he was supposedly representing.

Back on topic: Peta Credlin has finally commented publicly (AFR) about Nicki Savvas book The Road to Ruin saying that the basic problem with the Liberal party was that it had been split into into two camps with Turnbull on one side and Abbott on the other and that they were making the exact same mistakes as the Labor party did: "Having watched at close quarters the extraordinary way that Labor ripped itself apart during the Rudd-Gillard-Rudd years, I am dismayed that my own side is heading down the same path." she said.

In relation to Bill, and that agreement, poor sneaky, deal. Going out on a limb here, the members agreed to, and, accepted the deal. Sure all details were probably not available, but question should have been asked.

Having been well involved in the operations of a union at shop level, and secretary/treasurer, an honest one!
Any advice from a union rep. was considered, however they always acted on the members instructions. Any rep. that pushed something not acceptable, to the members, was politely told to P.. off. And a new one, brought on board.
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Shane, the point that I'm trying to make here is that if the union corruption Royal Commission was genuine then the terms of reference would have included a bit more about the people doing the bribing... not just one idiot who compulsively used his credit card for prostitutes. For $80 million I don't think there was very much actually discovered; although I must admit it was interesting to hear about Bill Shorten's time at the SDA getting a rubbish deal for members he was supposedly representing.

Bill Shorten was AWU, not a Shoppie (SDA). The SDA doesn't need his help to get rubbish deals for its members... they're essentially Coles & Woolies' pet union these days.

Shane, the point that I'm trying to make here is that if the union corruption Royal Commission was genuine then the terms of reference would have included a bit more about the people doing the bribing... not just one idiot who compulsively used his credit card for prostitutes. For $80 million I don't think there was very much actually discovered; although I must admit it was interesting to hear about Bill Shorten's time at the SDA getting a rubbish deal for members he was supposedly representing.

Bill Shorten was AWU, not a Shoppie (SDA). The SDA doesn't need his help to get rubbish deals for its members... they're essentially Coles & Woolies' pet union these days.

Okay, should have checked that but I agree with your observation: I've been in both those unions before and they're both completely useless.

Has anyone seen this: Jeff Kennett on Fairfax radio this morning demolishing Malcolm Turnbull - calling him "without courage" and saying that he took the leadership entirely for his own self interest and had no plans at all for good governance. He also mentioned that Turnbull had sold out his own beliefs on negative gearing reform and same-sex marriage for the sake of expediency and that the decision to go to an early election would be to cover up his own failings. I think there will be more than one person on this board who agrees with Jeff's observations.

Shane, the point that I'm trying to make here is that if the union corruption Royal Commission was genuine then the terms of reference would have included a bit more about the people doing the bribing... not just one idiot who compulsively used his credit card for prostitutes. For $80 million I don't think there was very much actually discovered; although I must admit it was interesting to hear about Bill Shorten's time at the SDA getting a rubbish deal for members he was supposedly representing.

In relation to Bill, and that agreement, poor sneaky, deal. Going out on a limb here, the members agreed to, and, accepted the deal. Sure all details were probably not available, but question should have been asked.

Having been well involved in the operations of a union at shop level, and secretary/treasurer, an honest one!
Any advice from a union rep. was considered, however they always acted on the members instructions. Any rep. that pushed something not acceptable, to the members, was politely told to P.. off. And a new one, brought on board.
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Shane, let me assure you, everything I've posted is true. Yes, I do have a big set.