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    A local café had to shut its doors over a baffling rule—and the owners say no one is listening

    My thoughts exactly, Veggiepatch. I haven’t been to Cockburn for a few years but most of Perths shopping centres have an abundance of coffee shops. I seriously wonder why we have councils at all, some of the stuff they do is simply unbelievable. A few years back our council planted trees in...
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    From tattoos to trees: Why this widow's choice of memorial sparked discussions on social media

    If you don’t like the story, then don’t bother reading it!
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    ‘She deserved better’: Viewers react to Lynne McGranger’s last moments on Home and Away

    We had dinner at Molly Maloney, Devonport this evening and it was packed, mainly with older ladies & a few harassed looking men, all in for an early meal then a show. After being asked several times if we were there for the show, I finally asked who was performing. It was someone called Irene...
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    Good News You Might Have Missed

    Another amazing round up of stories. I’m always interested to read about new research into health problems, and of course playful dolphins & whales. What an amazing dog, convincing someone to follow him and save his owners from possible death. I really enjoy positive stories.
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    'Sovereign citizens' threaten safety, stability of society, WA Chief Justice Peter Quinlan says

    We had a couple of these whacko’s appear in court in Launceston. Gave me a good laugh reading the reports in the newspapers.
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    Are you at risk? New road additions have already cost Aussie drivers $41,000 in fines this week

    My brother travels over this bridge a couple of times a week & had mentioned people were speeding, but now a lot of motorists are going so slow that he’s had to overtake them. Unfortunately, a lot of Tasmanian motorists only seem to know two speeds, rather slow or flat out. Tradies are often the...
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    Can a broccoli sandwich kill you? THIS case says yes

    I don’t think so! I do eat broccoli but cold in a sandwich is a step too far for me.
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    Aussies divided over surprising road markings: 'This is more dangerous for cyclists now'

    Have you been to Tasmania Jest? We have a few mountainous roads, up Mt Wellington, Ben Lomond and around our West Coast. Probably not in New Zealand’s league, but Tassie isn’t flat. I do laugh when I’m in W. A. and they talk about their really steep hills & mountain!
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    Can a broccoli sandwich kill you? THIS case says yes

    Why would anyone want broccoli in a sandwich? Certainly not me.
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    The legendary sports star who preferred pizza delivery to Michelin stars

    Most of us cricket fans knew all about Warney’s terrible diet as it was often mentioned when he was playing. Maybe his appalling eating habits contributed to his premature demise. He certainly enjoyed his rather short life.
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    Biosecurity Tasmania confirms Australia's first case of potato mop-top virus on Tasmanian farm

    All politicians are, Luckyus. We just have to put up with whichever side is in government & do the best we can. I choose to ignore the lot of them, but doesn’t quite work when the person in charge of USA makes an appearance on tv.
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    ‘It was grueling at times, but it was a lot of fun’: Remembering Australia’s beloved film critic (85) and soap star (81)

    We watched The Movie Show for years, most likely until it finished, and thoroughly enjoyed the banter between David and Margaret. We also watched a lot of movies because David recommended them, he had an amazing way of quietly making a point about why we should all watch a particular film. It’s...
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    Say goodbye to cords! Here’s why more Aussies are switching to 5G home internet

    My son still complains about it, especially as we have fibre to the house, & he doesn’t. It’s a real sore point as he lives in Perth & we’re in Launceston, & could live without high speed internet, but he sits at a computer all day for work. 😂 Mr. Abbott certainly stuffed it up for a lot of...
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    Biosecurity Tasmania confirms Australia's first case of potato mop-top virus on Tasmanian farm

    Apparently it’s not the same. I’m always complaining about the quality of supermarket potatoes in Tasmania, so we now go to a green grocer in Launceston. I’ve not seen a potato looking like this, and certainly wouldn’t eat it if I did. My husbands nephew lives on the north west coast of Tassie...
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    ‘No words’: Tourist’s act at historic site prompts global reaction

    Some people shouldn’t be allowed to inflict themselves on other countries. There appears to be a lack of respect for anything, especially in foreign countries.
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