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I get that his government won't please everyone and of course, like alol governments, there will be failures. But, at least as far as the news that comes out of SA is concerned, he and his government seem to be working out for more than less of the population, so, on balance, I would suggest, compated to others, he is doign a good job, Is this the plant you're referring to: https://www.indailysa.com.au/news/just-in/2025/10/15/cost-to-taxpayers-revealed-over-failed-hydrogen-plan In comparison, the withdrawl from hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games cost Victoria close to $600M.. more than twice the cost of the failed h2 palnt as of the above report: https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/victoria-govt-exaggerated-commonwealth-costs-on-withdrawal-says-auditor

This is a South African story, and despite the storys sadness, the newsreader just loses it, laughing about the scenario ..... (you need your sound on) https://www.instagram.com/reel/DVEKlGcjEiu/

He is if you live in the city and like you like sport sports. He seems to have the gift of the gab. Still no word on how much the failed h2 plant cost. I suppose thats what you get when you are in a safer non labour seat. Use to be safe non labour, but not so sure now.)

Not for much longer, I'll wager! ....

Bad luck for Irish Crew then? Been to both of those Atolls/islands. (tiny dots in the Indian ocean) many times. Loved it. Nev

Can you please point to anywhere I I state you write something regardless of the facts? For the record, this is what I wrote: In the context of the post, it was a general statement asd to what is the motivation behind my point of view and posts.. i.e. it is not a whole hearted non-critical support of Netanyahu, which is what you perceive my position to be. Again, can you please read the posts and not put words into my mouth (or keyboard). I am a strong supported on Israel's right to exist and live in peace. I am also a strong supporter of a Palestinian state where Palestinians can live in peace as well. I am not a supporter of a Palestinian state founded and ruled through terror. Notice, I don;t use the word Netanyahu in any of that. I don't subscribe to the notion that it is Israel that is denying that to the Palestinians (unless of course, people think that Palestine should be all of what is now Israel, Gaza and the West Bank). I agree that a Palestinian state at the moment - when it is ruled by terrorists is not the right time, unuil a more peaceful and pragmatic leadership and government (on a sustained basis) is installed. If Israel now never want a peaceful Palestinian state, then I would obviously be very critical of Israel.. I am sure there are people, and organisations in Israel that do not want to ever see a Palestinian nation, but that does not mean Israel and the vast majority of Israelis don't want to. I think I understand what you mean here (I know typing isn't easy for you - I can't talk - my typos are far worse), so pls forgive me as I take ot to mean many jews agree that Netanyau should be criticised. I also agree.. But many Arabs also support the Israeli action and that of Netanyahu as well. You don't see it reported much, but looking around the internet, it is not hard to find such support. In fact, the son of a Hamas founder, is very vocal of his support.. And I would suggest he knows more about Hamas than most Jews outside of Israel. But there are many more as well. Interestingly, both the Iranian and Iraqi who work for me (the latter being a Muslim) have similar views to me on this war. My support may seem strong, but that is because there are far more people that see the headlines and the horror and automatically attrinute it wholly to Israel - just look at the protests against Israel when they were dragged into the war - some even before a shot was fired. And look at the protests when the IRGC killed almost as many in a few weeks as Israel did in a year. Oh - what protests? No Jews, no news. Also, on here, allegations of Israel that are not substantiated, and when I challenge them with facts, they are never responded to. For the record, I am not referring to you, Nev. So you can tell me a lot of the vitriol, ahem, criticism against Israel is not driven by anti-semestism, but you will have to permit me to have drawn a different conclusion. Not all of the criticism is anti-semetic, and I would suggest not the majority on this forum. But I am referring to outside the forum on a lot of occasions as well. Oh, and for the record, you will find me pushing back on Islamophobia and other forms of discrimination. And in pushing an agenda with only part of the facts (again, I am not asserting yourself, specifically). And I am sure I, too, submit to confirmation bias.. But at least I will admit it (usually). @Marty_d - I started tooking into the issue wiuth Journalists.. Ironically, finding objective resources seems difficult, but I will get back to it. Again, if II was deficient in the facts I had, I will happily admit I was wrong. No one is perfect, not even me! 🙂

Spuds don't handle heat and humidity very well at all. On Cocos and Christmas Island, they struggled to survive the trip from W.A., and if they made it, they went "off" in days.

A spud MAY Propagate without eyes, Easy to find out. Bits of anything will often sprout. Nev

Over on the coast, I find spuds don’t keep well. They shoot sprouts all over in the bags. i planted some Dutch cream ones in a pot. Got a heap of small spuds. Plant grew too quick here and was wilted on top when I dug them out. I used to grow them for over 3 months until the plant died and you dug them. maybe the temp and humidity here make things run their course quicker.

Your support seems very strong as you have presented it. Nothing I write is REGARDLESS of the FACTS Many Jews feel as I do. Netanyahu cannot be permitted to see every criticism Of his actions to Be invalid or antisemitic, He goes after His OWN People viciously in Israel who do this. When HE did this to People HERE it was crossing the red Line for ME. Jerry I can't see Any Point in You and Me continuing this conversation IF you consider I have No idea what I'm talking about and Haven't researched the subject. Netanyahu and HIS ultra right supporters are very Much a concern of Mine. THEY are NOT NICE People. Nev

I was making mashed potato, so didn't want the skins. Even so, there were no eyes on the spuds to plant.

Why Peel them? The skin is the best part Plant a small one and see what Happens, but I don't Know. Nev

Hit the wrong button, but may as well addreess this now. Can you pls point to where I provide non critical support of Netanyahu? Firstly, Israel is bigger than its PM. But even then, when have I offered unconditional support of Israel? What I do is push back on is what I perceive to be abject attribution of blame and crticism if Israel, regardless of the facts. I think you need to read what I write, and not perceive what you think I mean on this subject. [Edit] andfyou may want to change your "Agreed" response, which came before I finished the post 😉

In God's name any crime against Humanity can be justified. It's happening all the time. Where are All the God given Rights listed.? Made up as required I Would suggest. How terribly convenient. Nev

I was peeling some spuds today and noticed that they didn't have any "eyes". I wonder if that has been bred out of them. Is it gene manipulation? Further, how do they grow the next crop?

T abott....HE said "$#!t Happens" in Afghanistan when he was talking to the troops, there. I guess that Helped them get through the day. K.Rudd called it a "God forsaken Place' which would no Doubt go down really well with the Locals . Nev

The system does need a good Opposition not one who sabotages and says "NO", just Because". Nev.

Worse than The Mullahs. Dog must have a weird sense of humour. Nev

Here's his latest announcement effectively claiming that God wrote the Second Amendment (and all the other Rights contained in the Constitution):

Hegseth has fired the top uniformed Army General Randy George. He has now fired more than a dozen of the top brass Generals & Admirals since taking office. He would have told Hegseth the truth about their failure to deal with Iran that has so far cost over $US39 billion so he was fired by the Alcoholic part time fox news host and Evangelist Christian nutcase.

Just another Day of killing civilians. https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/apr/02/artist-files-war-case-in-paris-over-israeli-strike-that-killed-parents-in-lebanon I bet they claim it was a legitimate target.

Trump is the modern " Manchurian candidate".

I cannot see the Logic in your statement. Idiots are all around us and are getting better at it. We are doomed. Nev

There is NO Dog.. Fatbergs Happens. T. a Bot. Nev

Couldn't disagree more, Nev. It takes a special kind of skill to consistently and thoroughly screw up a country. Didn't someone recently say that:- "If, hypothetically, D J Trump was a Russian operative sent to destroy USA, is there anything he would do differently? I think not."