Just as nuclear subs epitomise new technology, so do internet banking and the use of computers rather than good old-fashioned counter staff to do our banking.
Several weeks ago, I suggested a way to reign in bloated defined benefits pension schemes. The federal treasurer has now announced he wants to cap superannuation at $3 million per person.
Planning Minister Mick Gentleman’s recent announcement that all new apartment blocks in the ACT will have less parking available is disturbing, to say the least.
This week, CW political columnist Bill Stefaniak argues we really don’t know enough about the Voice, and the PM can’t just say: “Trust me, I’m a politician and we will work out the details later.”
Most of you, including some long-standing friends, are not going to like this article. I can only appeal to your patriotism and the fact that I doubt if any government would have the guts to do it that will allow you to forgive me for suggesting it.
I was surprised and disappointed to read of the current spat between the DPP and senior police regarding the case involving Brittany Higgins and Bruce Lehrmann.
It is now six months since the federal election saw independent David Pocock elected to the Senate and he has largely remained true so far to his pledge to look at each issue with a critical eye.
