The following letter was published in one of Australia's broadsheet newspapers The Sydney Morning Herald on June 17, 2006. The Sydney Morning Herald could claim to have a more educated and influential readership than any other newspaper in … [Read more...] about How Ignorant Are Australia’s Elite When it Comes to Toilet Paper?
Archives for June 2006
Japan to “Save” the International Whaling Commission
The Japanese Government made the following opening statement on the first day of the International Whaling Commission (IWC) meeting: "The Government of Japan expresses its appreciation to the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis for hosting the 58th … [Read more...] about Japan to “Save” the International Whaling Commission
Aboriginal Elder Remembers Grassland Not Forest
Another media release from the new Regional Community Survival Group in western New South Wales (Australia): "Aboriginal Elder, Mr Keith (Tommy) Ryan, is demanding that the NSW Government change native vegetation laws so that Aboriginals in the … [Read more...] about Aboriginal Elder Remembers Grassland Not Forest
Whales Eat Fish & Aussies Threaten Neighbours
There is never anything very subtle or civil in Australia's approach to whaling. As a rich nation with politicians used to pandering to 'Greens' we are quite prepared to threaten and cajole to make our point on this issue which is simply that it is … [Read more...] about Whales Eat Fish & Aussies Threaten Neighbours
Farmers Challenge Minister to Explain Tree Laws
A new group has formed in western New South Wales (Australia) out of frustration with the states vegetation management regulations. Vegetation management is code for restrictions on tree clearing, and trees tend to include what that the locals refer … [Read more...] about Farmers Challenge Minister to Explain Tree Laws
Dead But Won’t Lie Down: Vincent Grey Comments on Tuvulu
"Everybody knows about Tuvulu, It is becoming inundated by the rising sea level because of global warming. The New Zealand Government has recognised the plight of the embattled inhabitants by offering special deals for immigration. So have the … [Read more...] about Dead But Won’t Lie Down: Vincent Grey Comments on Tuvulu
Jennifer Marohasy BSc PhD is a critical thinker with expertise in the scientific method.
