The totally off-topic thread

[Pushka]

Spare a thought though for the bail justice whoever s/he is - can you imagine the feelings of guilt at the moment over their decision.

Clearly they were called in on a case that was far beyond their capacity to judge properly. These are the qualifications for the position:
[h=2]Eligibility
There are no specific qualifications required to become a Bail Justice volunteer in Victoria. However, to be considered for appointment, Bail Justice volunteers must meet a number of eligibility criteria:
be between 18 and 70 years of age
be an Australian citizen
not be an insolvent under administration.
Applicants must also satisfy the Attorney-General that they:
have satisfactorily completed the course of training prescribed for appointment as a Justice of the Peace
are fluent in the English language
ordinarily reside in Victoria
are a fit and proper person to be appointed as a Bail Justice.
Key selection criteria
Technical skills
Prior to being appointed, all Bail Justice volunteers are required to successfully complete the Bail Justice Training Program to demonstrate a high level of technical ability to:
conduct after-hours hearings
understand and apply the legislative framework within which Bail Justices operate.
Knowledge and skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Conflict management skills
Initiative and flexibility
Confident decision making skills
Commitment to service delivery
Commitment to volunteering
Empathy and cultural awareness
Ability to display professionalism and discipline at all times and in difficult situations.[/h]It is crazy that the Justice system in Victoria thinks this is ok

I understand it was a bail justice - so a volunteer position without being a legal person. He was not before the courts for bail as he was bailed on a Saturday.

And hopefully the last time such a thing is allowed. Still forms part of the legal system in Vic.

 

[Milboo]

Should have finished the current posts as I now see that the thread got to the same conclusion.

I too feel for the Bail Justice who granted bail and hope they are being well supported as this will have to be weighing very heavily for them.

Unfortunately I've had news tonight that I know one of the deceased and one badly injured - very hard to fathom at the moment that we were on emails only a couple of days ago.

 

[Flying mermaid]

Should have finished the current posts as I now see that the thread got to the same conclusion.

I too feel for the Bail Justice who granted bail and hope they are being well supported as this will have to be weighing very heavily for them.

Unfortunately I've had news tonight that I know one of the deceased and one badly injured - very hard to fathom at the moment that we were on emails only a couple of days ago.

my condolences - any death is hard but one in these circumstances hits home. I lost a good friend in MH17 and it still hurts when you unexpectedly see a reference in the media.

 

[drron]

We drove Chargers in the '80's.

They filmed your Melbourne cousins-
[video=youtube_share;rcnh3oNqZqI]https://youtu.be/rcnh3oNqZqI[/video]

loved Bluey.Then Bargearse

 

[RooFlyer]

Went for a fang up the Derwent today ... first time in many, many years. Rre-appreciating my city (well, I don't live there, but its close enough)...

Tasman Bridge looking downstream. At the left, that wider span is the replacement of the 2 that were knocked down in 1975 by an errant ship.



That's the Radiance of the Seas in port today ... There's 2 or 3 cruisers a week in port at this time of year ...



Mount Wellington from the side




You only see from the water, some of the gorgeous places that are on the up-stream waterfront, and still only 15-20 mins from downtown.



Your Cadbury's chokkies come from here:

 

[RooFlyer]

And MONA is just as impressive from the water as the land. Construction of the MONA hotel (over the water) to the left. That may shut up those who complain that Hobart doesn't have up-market hotels (but because its not a major chain, they still probably won't find it ... )




This will be the view from the hotel:



More conventional view of MONA

 

[mrs.dr.ron]

RooFlyer - any idea when the mona hotel will open ?

 

[love_the_life]

Should have finished the current posts as I now see that the thread got to the same conclusion.

I too feel for the Bail Justice who granted bail and hope they are being well supported as this will have to be weighing very heavily for them.

Unfortunately I've had news tonight that I know one of the deceased and one badly injured - very hard to fathom at the moment that we were on emails only a couple of days ago.

Very sorry to hear that Milboo. It must be a huge shock - so unexpected and so needless. Hopefully the injured friend will be able to make a good recovery. Condolences to you and those concerned.

 

[RooFlyer]

RooFlyer - any idea when the mona hotel will open ?

Hotel MONA ... AKA cough (click the link, folks) .... is a bit of a movable feast. MONAs owner and creator, David Walsh, wants a hi roller casino (MONAco ) on the site - which means breaking Federal Hotel's 30+year monopoly on casino licences in Tasmania and obviously they won't give up without a fight. If he doesn't get the casino licence, I think there is a chance that the hotel may morph into something different.

So .. no, no idea when the hotel may open, but I'd say at least mid 2018.

 

[mrs.dr.ron]

I like the humour of David Walsh and the way he thinks. I hope he gets his hotel. We will visit for sure.

Our grandkids loved the poop machine when they visited MONA

 

[Denali]

I was thinking of visiting the MONA in August... Cant believe Im going to Tassie in August!

And I got screwed over a little bit on eBay this week. Doesnt happen often but when it does, its extra aggravating because eBay is suppose to be fun.

 

[mrs.dr.ron]

.....

And I got screwed over a little bit on eBay this week. Doesnt happen often but when it does, its extra aggravating because eBay is suppose to be fun.

Buying or selling ?

 

[love_the_life]

I was thinking of visiting the MONA in August... Cant believe Im going to Tassie in August!

And I got screwed over a little bit on eBay this week. Doesnt happen often but when it does, its extra aggravating because eBay is suppose to be fun.

Notwithstanding the the eBay aggravation (which is annoying), what's the matter with Tassie in winter? Just a tad cooler than your place

 

[Denali]

Buying or selling ?

Buying. Item not as advertised, parts missing and despite being "Aust" seller/mailed from, have to pay to return items to Malaysia.

Notwithstanding the the eBay aggravation (which is annoying), what's the matter with Tassie in winter? Just a tad cooler than your place

Considering I want to move to Darwin, Im preparing for an artic vortex

 

[love_the_life]

Buying. Item not as advertised, parts missing and despite being "Aust" seller/mailed from, have to pay to return items to Malaysia.



Considering I want to move to Darwin, Im preparing for an artic vortex

Just pack the thermals then

 

[Pushka]

Just pack the thermals then

Speaking of packing, I'm all sorted (not packed just sorted) for QM2. Very organized this time to avoid too much luggage.

This morning deposit paid and lease sent off. Hopefully keys next Monday although it does say both parties need to attend. Yeah. Check MrP's work diary. I even need an appointment to see him. January and February used to be quiet months but he is flat out. Working with multiple Unis in AUS and NZ etc which given his attendance record whilst studying is quite hysterical.

 

[Denali]

NSW Birth Death Marriages.

Waiting 3 weeks for our paid for "prompt" 4 day turn around death certificate copies for dad in law.

Been on the phone for an hour so far.

Our Govt departments couldnt organise a root in a brothel.

 

[cove]

Fortunately it seems fairly rare for Government Departments needing to arrange a root at a brothel. The members of parliament must get their staff to arrange it for them.

 

[Denali]

80mins waiting on the phone.

They cant tell me why our "prompt" certificate is classed as "received" for the past 3 weeks.

They cant tell me when the certificate will be sent.

To request a refund for the "prompt" fee, I can email a complaints email address

Blah blah ******* blah. No wonder people get stressed about the bank situation with this BS and no wonder the little old widows end up getting on a train and going to the city office to get the certificate. Something I was trying to avoid my 84yr mother in law having to do.

My mum in laws joint bank account with her deceased husband has been frozen, cant do anything without a certificate.

 

[Pushka]

Joint bank accounts should not be frozen on death of one of the account holders. The Bank is in error. I've dealt with four estates so far as Executor.