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Possibly not our 'land', but certainly our country. A country consists of more than mere 'terra firma'. I see the country as being defined more by the economic, social and political make up of the society which inhabits the land.

For sure. Our connection to the past, our history etc. It is an important question though. Would becoming a republic necessarily mean we have to change our flag?

I'm torn. I see the reasoning behind the move to a republic but I have a soft spot for our British connection and the connection to the past inherent in our current system. If we do become a republic though, I would much prefer the President to maintain a ceremonial role and operate at a...

The first Australian born GG was appointed in 1931. Sir Isaac Isaacs. Interestingly, the first Australian born NSW Governor, Sir John Northcott, was only appointed in 1946. I don't see a purely symbolic or ceremonial head of state as bad thing.

The Reserve Bank's role is not to 'be in touch'. It has a role in the economic landscape, and policy for some time now, has been to utilise monetary policy to address inflation. Stevens is not an elected official and is acting in his capacity as Governor in the way that most would; performing...

A defintion: http://www.smh.com.au/news/national/rudd-to-end-baby-bonus-for-rich/2008/05/02/1209235155734.html Does that mean that those unemployed persons in a 'family relationship' who are under financial pressure, are working families?

The inability of interest rates to curb expenditure really highlights the need to reform the tax system. Consumption tax ftw in my opinion...

I don't see a huge difference beyond the symbolism of having the ability to elect our head of state. In saying that, it is all contingent upon the republican model adopted. The vast array of republican models makes this whole argument redundant unless we at least are presented with a number...

I would contend that in order for it to constitute 'legalese', it would have to contain a greater element of legal jargon that distinguishes it from regular, formal writing. Verbosity, prolixity and waffle are more apt descriptions in my humble opinion. than 'wannabe legalese'.

In short, No. We should be utilising those in gaol in an economic sense; Government capital.

Well at least now you'll be extra careful and won't make the same mistake again.

It's written not spoken. Maybe learn the difference thing between spoken and written word.. And yes, I do have a habit of writing whilst. I suppose it's similar to your habit of being a sphincter. Point out the legal terminology to me?

Genius. Twice. My prerogative. You could've addressed the content not the words, but again, thats your prerogative.

Pope Benedict XVI .. Whilst I support the recognition of certain legal rights between particular couples (including but extending beyond homosexuals), I am still opposed to the idea of marriage between two persons of the same sex. I don't believe the Marriage Act delineates between the...

Not presently, as I haven't been able to be involved due to other commitments. However, have spoken to various people and might be rejoining in the not too distant future.. (right now the party needs all the involved members it can get)

The sphere of political philosophy is such a complex and ambiguous area of thought. I tend to sympathise with the libertarian principles of the maximisation of individual liberty, however believe that in many instances this objective can be complemented by various basic tenets of the...

That'd be the one. Sometimes I wonder how many things I inadvertently voted for in absentia..:rofl:

You'll never guess who originally signed me up to the YL's.. Hint: no longer in the party.

Indeed, the trade of rum and the pivotal role it played in colonial life is certainly testament to that.

Truish, if you're one eyed.. I've never heard anything so absurd in my life (linking a reduction in the excise to binge drinking). If the government honestly believes that increasing the cost of these drinks will reduce binge drinking, they obviously need to receive different advice. The...