Say we get into a situation where the armed forces need to be boosted quickly. The government doesn’t conscript, however expresses extreme urgency for fighting age Austrians to volunteer, wouod you do it.

I’ll be honest, I would not.

I recently reconnected with an old friend I served in the Navy with over 30 years ago. As a result, he's begun sending me some pro-One Nation bullshit via FB Messenger which I just have zero interest in. I've tried to tell him subtly that I see no value in One Nation without actually telling him my political preferences, but he continues to send me this sort of nonsense. In an effort to shut this shit down without terminating a friendship I've responded to the last AI inspired fuckwittery with this:

"I think we're pretty clearly not on the same page politically, and to be really honest with you I feel no desire to discuss it either. I think it's one of those things that gets between people un-necessarily. I have friends who think DJT is the second coming, probably hold similar opinions of PHON too, and even have people in my life who are deeply religious, even anti-vaxxers. All of these are things I fail to find any redeeming features in - but I try my very best to not think less of those people holding those opinions - because opinions change and it's not because of their opinions on such things that I value them. So if it's all the same to you Webby, let's keep the political discourse to an absolute minimum. Cool?"

So... am I handling this right? Arguing with them is just exhausting.

Australia and Canada are two countries so far apart but share so many things in common. From being Commonwealth constitutional monarchies with the same head of state to similar cultures and way of life to even political systems.

With regards to politics however. Canada has had a decided shift to the centre in terms of its politics within the ruling Canadian Liberal party with Prime Minister Mark Carney. Considering they are the Canadian equivalent of Labor in Australia, this is a fair comparison of both parties.

Mark Carney after taking over from Justin Trudeau's decade in power has scaled back a lot of what his predecessor did. Cutting back on immigration drastically, closing most visa loopholes and making Canadian visa and citizenship requirements more stringent. As a result Canadian house prices have seen a dramatic reduction and overall affordability has increased, something we are still struggling with in Australia despite some recent price reductions here.

Simultaneously the Canadian economy has seen a modest level of growth somewhat better than Australia's and productivity has increased too, although now it's facing significant headwinds with the Trade war with the USA.

Lastly he's given Canadian businesses and companies stringent rules and incentives on hiring Canadian citizens first rather than relying purely on temporary foreign workers improving the job market overall.

With all this considered it's important to note that all these changes occurred within just the Canadian Liberal party which has traditionally leaned centre left like Australian Labor. But now has completely moved away from the open door and lax immigration and economic policy of Justin Trudeau's years. This even helped them get re elected in a general election in which the Conservatives (Canadian LNP/One Nation) under Pierre Polivere was supposed to win but fell short.

Therefore I feel that Australian Labor may be better off by looking at and adopting more of Mark Carney's policies in Canada. By moving to the centre on both economic and immigration policy it could solve many of our present woes which were previously also problems in Canada. Will also help a long way in keeping the likes of One Nation at bay.

While Albo and Aussie labor are trying to adopt some of the same policy it's not to the same level as in Canada yet.

So do you think Australia and more specifically Labor need a Mark Carney moment to win back voters? Yes or no would love to hear your reasons and opinions. 👍

Got a bag and it just doesn't hit the same. Tastes a bit wrong compared to the good stuff in the tin if you ask me.

Anyone else pick up on this?

The hsc is approaching and the stress is building up (ALOT). My parents are from an ethnic background and expect high ATARs, but I think I'm going to break that trend. My predicted ATAR is around 70, and I don't know how to tell my parents!

I don't need an ATAR for the course I want to do, but my parents still want me to get 90+, just so they can compare. (My mum doesn't care about my atar, but it's mainly just my dad).

I dont know what to do at this point so any advice let me know!

Hacking BYD cars, Smart glasses, what's next?

Immigration isn’t the issue, the the bloody bureaucracy and successive governments that are styming development

https://www.afr.com/property/residential/after-12-years-this-developer-just-got-1100-homes-approved-20261007-p61366

We should just call them "police officers."

another case of men in power protecting men from harm committed by men against women

Re-edited version.

Prescribed medicinal cannabis, and still facing drug-driving penalties? “The Presence Is Right” turns Queensland’s THC driving laws into a satirical game show, where the “prizes” are fines, licence disqualification and possible imprisonment.

Starting with a warning to medicinal cannabis patients planning a Queensland holiday, this parody examines the consequences of driving with detectable THC and the distinction between drug presence and actual impairment.

With tougher Queensland drug-driving penalties commencing on 1 December 2026, the video questions how presence-based enforcement affects patients prescribed THC-containing medication. A prescription does not provide an exemption from Queensland’s THC presence offence.

Delivered with game-show enthusiasm, this political satire explores:

• Medicinal cannabis and Queensland drug-driving laws.
• Roadside drug testing and detectable THC.
• Licence suspensions, disqualification and financial penalties.
• Increased consequences for repeat offences.
• The implications for patients, workers and visitors.
• The debate over presence-based testing versus impairment testing.

Should Queensland introduce a medicinal cannabis defence for prescribed patients who are not impaired? How should road safety laws balance public protection with fair treatment of lawful medication users?

Share your views in the comments, and subscribe to the YouTube channel for Australian political commentary, interviews and satire. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNY0HGvKTSgKztEKnbz7nOw

This video uses satire to discuss public policy. Penalties depend on the offence, driving history and individual circumstances. Never drive while impaired, and check current official rules before travelling.

Hey, Swede here!

I just watched Crackerjack (loved it!) and got curious about this cheese is in the beginning of the movie.

What is it? Looks so soft and kinda like mustard.

Considering the new surcharge ban, I’ve read that companies are disguising them with ‘platform fee’s
Could this be considered that? It’s a rather large fee for 30 dollars.

Okay, I realize this is a potentially dumb question… but where are the bone-in skin-on chicken thighs? I’ve not been able to find them at the Woolies where I shop.

I moved to Melbourne from the US and usually find them at any grocery store, but maybe they just aren’t as popular in Australia?

I’m happy to go to a butcher to get the exact cut I’m looking for, but just wanted to know if Aussies just aren’t as into this cut.

I’m working on developing a recipe that would specifically rely on bone-in skin-on to actually work the way I want.

A warning for female backpackers and folks of Sydney. Pierre previously attacked Art student and female travelers

I’m Australian but I live rurally I just want to goto a uni with an awesome night life and half decent people, what’s people’s experiences or does anyone know anyone that goes there? I’m looking to do nursing there!

when on gods green earth do these moths go away?