Recent content by Mark1

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    Australia's caravan parking war heats up as neighbourhood disputes skyrocket

    How about we get to the root cause. House blocks are so small these days that there is no room to park a boat or caravan in the back yard. Councils should make developers make larger blocks to allow room for caravans, children's cars, etc. This would get them all off the road.
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    Australian fashion retail in freefall: Another beloved brand bites the dust owing millions

    'Powerhouse' retailer? Never heard of them.
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    October just got exciting! Thousands of events await seniors—here’s how you can get there for free

    Writing in the wrong tense again. We haven't even got to October yet.
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    $1.2 million corruption case hits court—and the details are shocking

    Casey is still bad all through. Over-paying their council leaders, interferring with what you can do on your block, not listening to the residents, poor roads maintenance, etc. The list goes on.
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    This 30kg 'monster' in house roof shows why every Australian home needs urgent protection

    As soon as you mention climate change, many people simply turn off.
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    Shopping center safety under scrutiny as weapon violence sparks community concerns

    If you shop at Broadmeadows, you should expect this every day!
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    Sick child, cold boss—should a parent really feel guilty for taking emergency leave?

    We also need to know the context of this story. Does she regularly do this at short notice? Is she a single parent that has no one else to look after the child? Etc. We can't judge without knowing the full story.
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    The $220 fine that's catching Aussies off guard: Why jaywalking enforcement is suddenly serious business

    About time the pedestrians were disciplined, instead of blaming cars drivers when pedestrians are hit while crossing the roads using their phones.
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    THIS new council maps that could make your home uninsurable overnight

    That's what happens when coucils allow you to bujild in flood plains. They are there for a reason.
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    Qualified seniors are getting rejected from energy loans by government—what's happening?

    By the time you take out the government rebates, there is no way that it will pay for itself. The rebates are paid for by the taxpayer.
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    ‘Why would they do this?’ The budget buy Woolies shoppers are heartbroken to lose

    It would have been so much easier years ago to have biodegradable bags. Problem solved. Simples.
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    Qualified seniors are getting rejected from energy loans by government—what's happening?

    Solar is not worth having. It is just a big con job.
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    Bank lends $13k to gambler—was the bank reckless or the borrower irresponsible?

    Agree totally. The bank is a business, not a charity.
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