RIP Phil

EstuaryBoy · Apr 24, 2021

Bernhard said:
No, but can wave a flag. . . . .

I bet the Chinese have millions printed and already on the boat

Bernhard · Apr 24, 2021

EstuaryBoy said:
I bet the Chinese have millions printed and already on the boat

I won't be buying one - I'm not that bothered.

acotrel · Apr 24, 2021

robs ss said:
I'n no monarchist either, but we have a system that works and has been proven to do so (Gough's double dissolution!).
The republic referendum was put to the people without stating what the new model was nor how it would work. Essentially the pro-republicans were saying "trust us!" - like bloody hell!

Good relationships are built on trust. That is the reason we Australians are unhappy with the Chinese at present - we now feel we cannot trust them.
About Gough's double dissolution. The Queen takes public sentiment into account when she makes decisions. In Australia, Rupert Murdoch manipulates public sentiment. So it really does not matter what system you have, the result is the same It is just that with a monarch, there is a hope that sense might prevail.

Fast Eddie · Apr 24, 2021

acotrel said:
Good relationships are built on trust. That is the reason we Australians are unhappy with the Chinese at present - we now feel we cannot trust them.

Yer think ?!?

daveforty · Apr 25, 2021

The funeral was a sight to see (on the telly ).

I was amused by the gunfire every minute during the procession, first a bang and a couple of seconds later a bell tolled. Couldnt help thinking 'good shooting lads!'

Bernhard · Apr 25, 2021

Yes, it was very good shooting , they didn't hit anything as they were firing blanks!

EstuaryBoy · Apr 25, 2021

As was he for a good few years, I'd guess

Onder · Apr 25, 2021

I was waiting for that...

daveforty · Apr 25, 2021

Bernhard said:
Yes, it was very good shooting , they didn't hit anything as they were firing blanks!

The Kings Troop the Royal Horse Artillery used to be based near my work, seeing the horses being ridden and towing (?) the guns on their carriages was a frequent sight. Very impressive. Even more so when they were in their full uniform dress. (if thats the right word for it)

Bernhard · Apr 25, 2021

EstuaryBoy said:
As was he for a good few years, I'd guess

Now we know how your mind works .

oldmikew · Apr 26, 2021

Now Phil- the prince of speed -really is world class , and fortunately he is still with us..https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JrFRmNVp00k

RIP Phil

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