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inrodwetrust said:
How pathetic it was of health(?) minister Nicola Roxon & Tanner to whine about Abbott 's time & interest devoted to fitness.
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Completely pathetic.

Now what Abbott needs to do is goad Rudd into a Boxing match..all funds to Kids Cancer charity.

Abbott got a very strong endorsement from Alan Jones in the Sunday paper..described him as the most outstanding person he had ever come across in public life..described Rudd as a "dissappointment"
 
Mighty effort by Abbott, and agree that Nicola Roxon was pathetic in saying what she did.
 
nulla nulla said:
Of course all those photo shoots of Tony Abbott snapped in his budgie smugglers (smufflers?) were spontaneous and there was nothing contrived about it. Yeah I believe you...
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Can everyone please, please get over the budgie smugglers!!:banghead:

Thousands of people wear them everyday and thousands more on weekends. If Abbott ever addresses parliament wearing them then sure - express your disapproval, but until then please give it a break.

To all those raving "call back" radio listeners and unbiased, uncommitted, "Letter to the Editor" writers that say it makes them squeamish to look at - grow up.

For what it's worth - there are plenty, I repeat plenty, of bodies that shouldn't be in budgie smugglers before you get to Abbott!!

Duckman
 
So we have an opposition leader who is into health and a prime minister who wishes he looked as good in the c*ck jocks?? Interesting .... :banghead:
 
If anything it gives me a bit more respect for Tony Abbott. Still don't particularly like him though, lol.

Anyone who can combine training for an Ironman and still do the type of job he has is impressive.
 
awg said:
Abbott got a very strong endorsement from Alan Jones in the Sunday paper..described him as the most outstanding person he had ever come across in public life..described Rudd as a "dissappointment"
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Must be the side effects of his prostrate operation.
 
So here we have on one hand a PM who is denigrating a man who is obviously "FIT" enough to run the country (pity about his choice in swimwear) BUT it is the right apparel to be wearing in an IRONMAN event. Compared to an earwax and pie eating felcher who has blinded the populace with bovine excrement and has purchased the voting public with his cash handouts?? :eek:
 

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awg said:
Now what Abbott needs to do is goad Rudd into a Boxing match..all funds to Kids Cancer charity.
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How about a real fight, Abbott (former pugulist) verses the man he accused of "industrial manslaughter" - Peter Garrett.
Put all your money on Garrett to K.O. Abbott "the sledger".
 
Macquack said:
How about a real fight, Abbott (former pugulist) verses the man he accused of "industrial manslaughter" - Peter Garrett.
Put all your money on Garrett to K.O. Abbott "the sledger".
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:D You've got to be kidding!!:)

What on earth makes you think Garrett would be good with his dukes? :eek:

It was the rollout of Garrett's policy that lead to the deaths of the four tradesmen - he didn't actually KO them using his bare hands.

Duckman
 
trainspotter said:
(pity about his choice in swimwear)
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As I understand it, it is not HIS choice in swim wear, but the swim wear uniform designated by the surf life saving club of which he is a member. He ought to be commended for not demanding something special or different because of his status, but simply accepted what every other male member wears.
 
bellenuit said:
As I understand it, it is not HIS choice in swim wear, but the swim wear uniform designated by the surf life saving club of which he is a member. He ought to be commended for not demanding something special or different because of his status, but simply accepted what every other male member wears.
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When I was a 6 year old in the 1950`s, all we had was `speedos`. No such things as board shorts. What is the big deal about.

Get real people
 
Duckman#72 said:
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It was the rollout of Garrett's policy that lead to the deaths of the four tradesmen - he didn't actually KO them using his bare hands.

Duckman
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Abbott trying to lay the blame on Peter Garrett for the death of the four workers was a very low act.

One of the workers died of heat exhaustion.
One worker died from electrocution as a result of using metal staples (in breach of program guidelines, not to mention common sense).
Two workers died from electrocution while in the ceiling space which appears to be from faulty electrical installations.

How in hell is that Peter Garrett's fault?
 
I don't like Tony Abbott's boat people policy. He shoes no compassion. I say we don't own this land and there is plenty of room. I am glad Mr Rudd has a compassionate heart and is welcoming them to this land. People need to be less narrow-minded and embrace these poor people. Perhaps travelling extensively would open people's eyes to how the rest of the world live? We come into this world with nothing and we leave with nothing. Don't forget that.
 
Macquack said:
Abbott trying to lay the blame on Peter Garrett for the death of the four workers was a very low act.

One of the workers died of heat exhaustion.
One worker died from electrocution as a result of using metal staples (in breach of program guidelines, not to mention common sense).
Two workers died from electrocution while in the ceiling space which appears to be from faulty electrical installations.

How in hell is that Peter Garrett's fault?
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Reports by Garrett's own staffers, as well as independent reviews, indicated that the scale of the rollout would be too much for the exisiting resources to handle. Warning lights seem to have been completely ignored.

As a result you get pressure on a) existing operators (who are trying to do the right thing) and b) those new to the industry trying to lock in some $$$$ while on offer. Whether or not the deaths were caused by incorrect Health and Safety standards, improper procedures or plain old lack of common sense - Labor's policy and lack of foresight/review/policing is all over it.

You can't unlock all the cells in the jail, and then deny all responsibility after the inmates riot.

Duckman
 
I can't understand the remarks about Mr. Abbott's fitness/sporting participation etc. Good on him and well done. Not many politicians can be as deservedly proud of their fitness. The only other (high profile) one I can think of is Jimmy Carter, used to run marathons.
 
Macquack said:
Abbott trying to lay the blame on Peter Garrett for the death of the four workers was a very low act.

One of the workers died of heat exhaustion.
One worker died from electrocution as a result of using metal staples (in breach of program guidelines, not to mention common sense).
Two workers died from electrocution while in the ceiling space which appears to be from faulty electrical installations.

How in hell is that Peter Garrett's fault?
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I have to agree here.

Sure Rudd and Garrett can be blamed for the poor implementation of the scheme from an economic perspective, BUT there is always that little issue of 'Personal Responsibility'.

In law it's Caveat Emptor, Negligance or Duty of Care and Mitigation of Loss/Damages ie the use of reasonable care and diligence in an effort to minimize or avoid injury and or further injury.

In the light of all the publicity, that reason alone would cause a lot on contractors to rectify their own jobs. Just because the business entity closes doesn't prevent someone suing the (ex)director.

There has been a lot of whoo haar about suing the gov/minister. Given some famous civil lawyers had been aparently approached, time will tell if any atempt at all is made, let alone succeed.

Timmy said:
I can't understand the remarks about Mr. Abbott's fitness/sporting participation etc. Good on him and well done. Not many politicians can be as deservedly proud of their fitness. The only other (high profile) one I can think of is Jimmy Carter, used to run marathons.
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Agree, Abbott sets a good example in the personal fitness stakes.

Another that comes to mind in the fitness stakes was Vladimir Putin, and arguably far from the worst leader of Russia.
 
Timmy said:
I can't understand the remarks about Mr. Abbott's fitness/sporting participation etc. Good on him and well done. Not many politicians can be as deservedly proud of their fitness. The only other (high profile) one I can think of is Jimmy Carter, used to run marathons.
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I agree, who cares if he spends 2 hours a day training, hell I used to do about 20 hours a week as well as run a business.

If anything it shows motivation, dedication and commitment and isn't there studies that show increased fitness helps with efficiency in the work place?
 
Yep, and physical fitness aids mental and psychological wellbeing.
It's a great plus all round.
 
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