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    Activities in my Area

    Same here - but I am in WA so too far away. It is much harder to meet and make friends when you are older. I left a lifetime of friends behind when I came to Australia 6 yrs ago. I love living here and don't regret my move here. But there is no getting over the isolation and loss of friends...
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    Young Australian arrested in Indonesia after ‘drunken, violent rampage’ left locals enraged

    Yes - there is no excuse for this type of loutish behaviour. However, I do not agree with this type of punishment - it is primitive and not appropriate in today's world
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    Do you have any hilarious and unforgettable memories with your friends?

    We were driving an English car in France - steering wheel on the right. I was sitting in the left front passenger seat. We were stopped by the Gendarmerie and I was breathalysed They didn't' notice that the car wasn't a French car with the steering wheel on the left, and I was not therefore...
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    Shoppers are fuming over this 'frustrating' Kmart checkout detail! Do you agree?

    I hink it is a brilliant idea I think it is a brilliant idea! Anything as easy and effective as this in stopping shoplifting can only be applauded
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    What makes you happy to be Australian?

    Thanks Michelle S: It is good to know that those who have citizenship are aware of the problems that others face when coming here. I have contributed to the Economy by employing Tradies and spending money earned in another country on shopping etc. The Immigration Dept needs a good kick up the...
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    What makes you happy to be Australian?

    I feel safe here. The world is becoming increasingly more unstable and worrysome. However, I would like to point out that a lot of people here are not regarded as being Australian, but remain in limbo - known as a "Temporary Resident", awaiting the granting of full residency status!
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    What makes you happy to be Australian?

    I feel safe here in this world that is becoming increasingly more unstable and worrysome. However, I would like to make the point that many people living in this wonderful country are still awaiting residency status, and are regarded as "Temporary Residents".
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    Black and white TV days

    Post war Britain and I was 9 yrs old. There was ONE TV in the entire street, and we all collected there to watch BBC news - in black and white!
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    The Dark Side of Smartwatches: Potential Risks and How to Stay Safe

    I love mine, but would like a different strap! The technology is a bit difficult for an 88 yr old and I needed my daughters help for his. But overall, I think smart watches are wonderful
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