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And the Trump hollow BS about wanting to stop the Ukraine War in 1 day and save lots of lives, has been seen for the lie that it is, when he stopped delivery of U.S. Armaments to the Ukraine, and turned off the flow of U.S. Intelligence to them - intelligence that the Ukrainians relied on, to track Russian military movements. As a result, a lot more Ukrainian lives have probably been lost, which Trump doesn't care about, he only cares about ingratiating himself with a rampant murderous dictator, Putin. As has been said, "Trump is Russia's finest asset in the U.S., right now". I wouldn't be surprised to see him giving Putin access to U.S. Military classified information, he's nothing more than a money-grubbing traitor, selling out friends and allies, for the equivalent of 30 pieces of silver. There's a good article in the Nightly about his destructive and purely selfish aims. He's jealous of Xi Jinping and his enormous power, and is intent on facing off with China. Ukraine is just a useless minnow that can be tossed to the Russian shark, while Trump gets on with sorting out Xi. Someone will tell him soon that Australia is a possibly useful asset in the Sino face-off - then he'll no doubt start talking about walking in and taking over Australia, too, because we're sitting on all these valuable minerals, that are so important to the U.S.'s needs. But I don't think he's actually woken up to that fact yet, he's probably looking at a globe to try and find Australia, and to see if there's any great big beautiful sites for more Trump hotels and golf courses there. https://editions.thenightly.com.au/ccidist-ws/the_nightly/the_nightly/issues/15671/OPS/GR64VTOKN.1%2BGQ650L1RV.1.html?rev=2025-03-06T15:07:10+08:00&embedded=true

A huge factor in the coming Federal election will be a bunch of angry pensioners, pissed off at the miserable bi-annual increases in the pension. The site below has calculated the coming March 20 pension increase, is estimated to be $3.41 for each pensioner. The comments reflect a lot of anti-Govt anger. https://retirementessentials.com.au/news/centrelink-age-pension/age-pension-increases-on-20-march-2025/

Spacey, let's hope he got one with all the faults fixed! Jeep Grand Cherokee Model Year to Avoid: 2014 The 2014 Grand Cherokee was improved as a later model of the fourth generation, with a more powerful engine, improved electrical system, and a more elegant and comfortable interior. Nonetheless, there were several concerns concerning the engine, interior accessories, and brakes of the vehicle. Issues: Engine Airbags Shifting and acceleration control The 2014 Grand Cherokee’s biggest flaw is its gearbox, especially its harsh or jerky gear changing. There were injuries from rolling cars, even with a disengaged motor because of a failed shift from drive to park. Recalls: The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued 12 recalls for this Grand Cherokee model. The following were the significant issues: Engine: Brake fluid leaks were common, causing the actual fluid to be used at a higher rate than average, requiring faster replacement. Wiring System: Short circuit difficulties prevented drivers from turning off the cruise control; thus, the car maintained or increased its speed, even after its desired use. Speed Control: Like the wiring system for cruise control, when the driver releases the accelerator pedal, the car may continue to accelerate, posing a hazard to the driver, passengers, and those around. Airbags: Due to a defective Occupant Restraint Control (OCR) module, front and side airbags were sometimes disabled. Some users have reported issues with the malfunction indicator light failing to glow to alert them. Brake Booster Shield: Corrosion was a problem with the central brake booster shield. When it rusted, it let water in, which subsequently froze, resulting in reduced braking efficiency. Electronic Stability Control: Due to software problems with the Steering Column Control Module, the ESC might have been disabled. As a result, the driver could not maintain proper control of the car, increasing the likelihood of a collision. Alternator: The SUV was prone to stalling without warning due to a sudden alternator failure. This is a common way that increases the likelihood of a collision on a busy road. Electronics: Software vulnerabilities were discovered in radio-equipped units. As a result, unauthorized third-party access to, modification, and control of parts of the vehicle’s control systems might have occurred on these failed units. Automatic Transmission: Shifting and locking the gear into park was a typical report by drivers, making it difficult to park, especially on sloped roads.

The Communist Party of China watches ALL that you do, at ALL times!! 😄 I don't know what kind of driving tests they do in China, but it looks to me like a lot of Chinese got their licence via bribery!

Yikes!! Remind me not to go to China!! 😲

Jeep have never recovered from their crappy construction, with a huge number of build faults, and their especially poor treatment of complaining customers, fobbing them off with standard lines such as, "We can't find anything wrong with it", and, "It's the way you've driven it and treated it, that is causing the problems". I've got a farmer friend who actually has a Jeep Grand Cherokee, and he loves it. But he had a Falcon and a Nissan before, so I guess they made the Jeep look good. However, he's in the minority, as I know several other people who couldn't get rid of their Jeeps fast enough, such were the constant problems. Look up the reviews on Product Review for Jeep Grand Cherokee, and you'll soon see why their sales have dropped like a stone for the last 8 or 9 years. Most common reports are "no sales support", "horribly expensive parts and service", and "faults not rectified by dealer". For years, Jeep parts were rarely available off the shelf, and cost twice as much as any other car brand.

Because he wants more morons to keep voting for him. His "waste cutting" is destroying many American workers livelihoods, endangering many important U.S. Govt operations, and is designed to ensure Trump gains financially from it. How much do you think Elon Musk and Trump have already gained from their "employment" in waste-cutting moves? People have to be employed to examine spending, if you do it from outside already-established Govt Depts and agencies. I can guarantee you Trump and Musk are benefiting hugely from this "waste-cutting".

OME, it's Warren Buffett who is the major wealth-gatherer of the U.S. He's certainly as shrewd as they come, but I really do wonder why he has this obsessiveness with massive monetary wealth at his age? His wealth accumulation benefits only people who are already wealthy.

I understand Peter has already gone far, and probably travelled through a lot of deserts, too. 😄

The purchaser of Rawlinna Station is a British agricultural investment company, CPC (Consolidated Pastoral Company), which owns 9 other Stations in Australia, as well as 2 major feedlots in Indonesia. CPC is owned by Guy and Julia Hands, who are British billionaires. Typically of his breed, Guy Hands is an ex-Goldman-Sachs banker/trader who concentrates on massive wealth accumulation. Of course, he is a resident of Guernsey, which has a taxation system that greatly favours billionaires wealth accumulation, with a 20% tax rate, and no taxes on capital gains or inheritances. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rawlinna_Station https://www.pastoral.com/about-cpc/#:~:text=Consolidated Pastoral Company (CPC) is,and two feedlots in Indonesia. https://www.theguardian.com/media/2023/jul/21/private-equity-pioneer-guy-hands-to-leave-terra-firma-when-im-64

Re the minerals situation, perhaps pmmcarthy could have clarified the situation further, by defining the various stages of the measuring principles behind the assessment of mineral resources and reserves. Inferred Mineral Resource: An Inferred Mineral Resource is estimated from limited information, involves longer projections of data, and implies a great deal of uncertainty. These Resources are used for preliminary planning purposes, and usually require considerable exploration and evaluation to define the Resource and turn it into a Mineral Reserve. Mineral Reserves: A Mineral Reserve is the economically mineable part of a Measured or Indicated Mineral Resource demonstrated by at least a Preliminary Feasibility Study. This Study must include adequate information on mining, processing, metallurgical, economic and other relevant factors that demonstrate, at the time of reporting, that economic extraction can be justified. A Mineral Reserve includes diluting materials and allowances for losses that may occur when the material is mined. Probable Mineral Reserve: A probable mineral reserve is the economically mineable part of an Indicated and, in some circumstances, a Measured Mineral Resource demonstrated by at least a Preliminary Feasibility Study. This Study must include adequate information on mining, processing, metallurgical, economic, and other relevant factors that demonstrate, at the time of reporting, that economic extraction can be justified. Proven Mineral Reserve: A proven mineral reserve is the economically mineable part of a Measured Mineral Resource demonstrated by at least a Preliminary Feasibility Study. This Study must include adequate information on mining, processing, metallurgical, economic, and other relevant factors that demonstrate, at the time of reporting, that economic extraction is justified. One of the problems with Ukraine is that its mineral resources have never been extensively and accurately studied or proven. They are all "Inferred resources" until they have been drilled and assessed, and then become Proven Mineral Reserves. Billions in profits have been made from pegging ground that has an inferred mineral resource, and then on-selling that ground to mining companies that have a major interest in turning that reserve into an economic resource and an operational mine. Trump would be seeing that potential for massive profits for himself in Ukraine, with no real concern about ensuring America's supply of rare earth minerals.

Utter and total BS, you must be Trump's ventriloquist dummy. The Taliban and the Haqqani Network are still designated Terrorist Organisations, and as such are not recognised by the U.S. Govt and sanctioned against receiving any type of U.S. support - civilian, Govt, military, or otherwise. But U.S. individuals and U.S. corporations can apply to send humanitarian aid to Afghans, provided they have not been identified as belonging to the Taliban or the Haqqani. https://ofac.treasury.gov/faqs/928#:~:text=No.,as an SDGT under E.O.

I think Peter has become confused between myself and Octave. I live in Perth, and Peter Garretts comments were made at a concert at the old, unused East Perth Powerhouse building, which is currently being used by the arts people involved in running the Festival of Perth. The Festival of Perth gathers up a lot of artistic people who are comedians, singers, and show people, who are quite often "left of centre" in their outlook and performances. We went along to the EPP just a couple of days ago to see some of the shows and the performances setup, it was all free, thanks to LotteryWest. I personally think there was no major malice intended in Garretts statement, it was "off the cuff", the same as many entertainers make outrageous statements and indulge in risque behaviour at "entertainment" events. IMO, Gina Rinehart is largely unpopular thanks to her entire familys mantra of continuous personal greed, waste on a massive scale, denigration of anyone they consider poor or "low socio-economic" status, and support of the extreme right wing, and endless mining with no restrictions - especially against her plans. Lang Hancock built a $20M mansion in Perth for himself and his Filipino second wife, and when he died, the Filipino wife, Rose, tried to get a share of the Hancock wealth. Gina spent multiple tens of millions on lawyers and lawsuits to ensure that Rose Hancock only got a miniscule percentage of the Hancocks massive wealth. Then Gina demolished the mansion, which was in excellent condition. She's a nasty piece of work. Lang Hancock once suggested that waterholes should be poisoned in remote station areas to get rid of all the Aborigines, so I don't think Garrett has any more claim to producing social and personal hatred, than the Hancocks do. And Trump, who Gina Rinehart adores and worships to a sickening level, is the most divisive leader the world has ever seen. He spouts venal hatred and division daily, especially against political opponents.

Curry gets its fire from the chilli that makes up a large part of regular curry powder. SWMBO cannot handle spices or chilli in any form, it worsens her arthritis and nearly cripples her. But you can make curry powder at home without chilli, it's not hard to do. I use a little garlic, powdered coriander, powdered cumin, powdered turmeric, powdered ginger, a little mustard, powdered cinnamon, powdered cardamom, and a little black pepper. Some people use a little paprika as well, but SWMBO is also allergic to the "nightshade family" plants, and includes capsicum as well as chilli, so I leave out paprika. You can vary the amounts to suit your taste. Cumin and Cardamom are the main ingredients in curry. https://christinathechannel.com/homemade-curry-powder-not-spicy/

Ha ha! I love Garretts cheek! He probably said it tongue-in-cheek, to a bunch of youngsters who don't have much time for Rinehart anyway, and can't relate to her. She's a Trump arse-licker, what more do you want to know about her personal qualities?? The Hancocks are the Robber Barons of W.A., and Gina thinks that every West Australian should kiss their arses, because WE OWE them, just like Zelinskyy OWES Trump and the U.S.!! She can kiss my arse first, because she's a money-and-power-chasing grub, just like her money-grubbing God, Trump. I can feel some graffiti-spraying coming on, when I next come across a Hancock plaque telling me how great their family is, and how much all West Australians should be thankful for all their mining work! This is the same bunch of grubs who owned the Wittenoom Asbestos mines, and who have always refused to accept any responsibility for multiple thousands of Asbestosis and Mesothelioma deaths, from mining asbestos at Wittenoom. The Hancocks claim all the responsibility for the asbestos deaths lies on CSR, who bought the mines off the Hancocks. Gina is a massive tax evader, she married the biggest tax-evading crooked lawyer in America (Frank Rinehart) and he taught her well. She controls the massive Hancock Trust, which is simply a tax-evasion tool of monstrous proportions, and which setup shows how far our taxation system is behind sly money-grubbers. https://www.smh.com.au/national/the-man-behind-the-rinehart-name-20120622-20tu9.html