DougM

Wondered that myself. Too many anachronisms around these days. Eurovision is for the Europeans and is more about politics than talent. Sure, the song has to be reasonable but when it comes to voting, trade and alliances take over. Call me a cynic but that's how I see it. Too many undeserving wins prove the point. As good as Home Boy Guy may be, I think he'll just be viewed as 'half time entertainment'.

When I arrived in Aus some years back, I photo-stat my resume' 50 times then went through the yellow pages for every company that I though might be appropriate. Send out all 50 letters a couple of days later and was in for an interview the day following having received a phone call from a Man. Dir. Got the job and started the following week. From the 50 letters, I only got 2 replies so be patient. FWIW, I worked in Quality Control/ Assurance.

Used to be but since they were sold out to IInet their service is deplorable. We've recently swapped to Optusnet, unfortunately, not mush better.

Yes. Do you have a problem with Buddhists? Do you know anything about the Buddhist way of life? Before anyone denigrates it, do some research. It's not a 'religion'.

A rocking horse that doesn't rock and that you can't climb any more. Cool! not any more.

Like it or loathe it, it's something else Sydney and Melb'n don't have. Should be a tourist magnet. Good on em.

I lived in Singapore for over 2 years back in the 70's. Even then, their education system was by far the best, thanks to Lee Kuan Yew and his foresight. Kids went to school in pristine white uniforms, 2 shifts per day and now they're among the worlds leaders in industry. Unfortunately, my daughters attended a forces run school and came out less well educated. Wallaby, have your son tested and put in the appropriate class level, he's probably a year or two advanced in others his age.

The Onkaparinga Wetlands is a nice place investigate. 2 possible walk, or one very long one. Entrance is via River Road, near the junction with South Road.

OK Gus, a friend of mine had his old van completely rebuilt by this company and they made a very good job of it Roadmaster Caravans, 10, Dorset Street, Lonsdale. Contact guy is Larry Weepers, on 83846011. He seems to be pretty prompt as well.

Had to look that on up Ashleigh. Sorry I can't help you though. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sonographer

One doesn't have to be in any sort of mood to enjoy this rendition of Queen's Bohemian Rhapsody. Just sit back and enjoy. http://www.wimp.com/cover-bohemian/

Supermarkets are supermarkets, yes? One is pretty much the same as another.....no. For a different experience, pay a visit to Foodland in the Pasadina shopping center on Goodwood road. You can amble around with a cup of fresh coffer in a holder built into your trolley, or sit at a table in the little cafe area. You'll be spoilt for choice at the array of products on offer and all in a beautifully design store. SO different from others you've seen. In the mall there are other very tempting stores. Although it's only a small mall, it's not been over crowded on our visits but maybe we were just lucky. Like most men, I hate shopping but I don't mind going there..occasionally. When you've shopped till you drop, there's a great restaurant near the main entrance so that you don't have to cook when you get home, exhausted.

What a good turn out. 2000+ would be my guess. Many young children. The birds quietened and the wind dropped for the Last Post. Lest we Forget.

5.20am and up to attend the service at Morphett vale. We shall remember them.

Depending on which esplanade you want to live, you pay over the odds for a building worth no more than something way inland and a huge amount for a so called 'sea view', really a stretch of water with absolutely sod all happening worth viewing. If you really want a sea view, move to Sydney Harbor.

Yeh for ezyreg, best thing gov has done for ages. Even with my loss of short term memory, I have no worries about being caught out. Now, what's ezyreg again? ;-)

Where do you live and do you have a car? If you're down south, like Port Noarlunga, take them to the play ground on Commercial Road, just over the bridge. Wilf Taylor Reserve on States Road, Morphett Vale, has a miniature train track and electric BBQ facilities. Nice walks through the tree although it's a bit dry at this time of year. New grass is just beginning to spring up. Check local paper for train run days, weekends only. Very popular park. There's also a radio controlled race car track that hubby will enjoy. An active archery club and a dog training school also share part of the reserve. At the bottom end of Christies Beach Road, there's an indoor play ground for Kids. I believe it's still operating. Of course, a walk along P.N jetty is very nice on a fine day, just keep the kids on reins if necessary.

Tell them you're going on ahead and they'd better follow, even if it's just for a holiday.

No wonder the Vics hate us. I mean, what has Melbourne to offer. Been there few times, not impressed. And what would Sydney be without it's harbour, another concrete jungle trying to be sophisticated. We may be small, but we're beautiful.

Wrong time to say this but Vanuatu is/was the best chill out place to go. Such a pity what they are going through.

To what degree does it come up to your expectations. If you were to ask a person in the UK, who hasn't heard of any negative things about Bali, they would automatically think of a romantic island with beautiful girls and palm trees edging golden beaches. When you get there and find what it actually is..............................!

Mims, p.m. sent.

Hey Barbaitch, less of the 'old', I'm only 25.............in my mind.

Any times Mims, any time.

I guess he'll have to go into quarantine when he arrives. How will you get on without him. and if I may ask, why do you need him?