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    Passengers clapping after landing

    We had screams on arrival into Launceston back in the 1990s from a trio of ladies who had drunk the flight dry of gin and tonics. It was a result of a very tight turn below the rim of the valley that confirmed their fears that had driven the consumption all the way from Sydney. I got a jab from...
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    The view or two from my "office"

    First day of Spring at the Cronulla office.
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    The view or two from my "office"

    One of our highlights from a visit a few years ago. You do have to get there early though if you want a bit of shade.
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    Superannuation Discussion + market volatility

    The income stream rules are something I have never understood. It seems the fund holds the "new" (recontribution) in a temporary holding account (all cash I think) and then rolls the existing fully taxed with the new fully taxed, and starts a completely new income stream. I am on about my eighth IS.
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    The view or two from my "office"

    Cronulla and the winter swim club.
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    The view or two from my "office"

    Sunny break at Como NSW after another week of rain.
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    Superannuation Discussion + market volatility

    In my case I turn 75 this year, and I can make concessional contributions up to 30 days past my actual birthday (Note: as long as I have passed the work test, which I have). In the case of non-concessional, you cannot recontribute after you actually turn 75, but in those months before you pass...
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    The view or two from my "office"

    If you get anywhere near Drezdenko (Driesen in Prussian times) can you post a photo please.
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    Superannuation Discussion + market volatility

    Over the last 6 or so years we have withdrawn all our super and recontributed, so that there is no tax on the balances that pass to our kids. Whether they will appreciate that we may never know. Having a mix of a Government defined benefits pension (from the first half of my working life) and...
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    QANTAS Cyber Incident

    Perhaps related in the sense that it creates opportunities for other scammers.
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    JQ18 Delayed

    Showing delayed, then cancelled: JQ18 (JST18) Jetstar Flight Tracking and History - FlightAware
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    Superannuation Discussion + market volatility

    Government has had 2 elections to change, and even now seem reluctant.
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    Scams like these

    Hello, We wanted to remind you to lodge your tax return—and your BAS if needed—through your online services. Lodge now If you’ve already submitted, you’re all set. If you need help along the way, visit the ATO website or reach out to your tax agent. Best regards, Support Team
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    The view or two from my "office"

    No herculean effort needed to get on to Sister #1, you just walked across a little bridge.
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    Qantas Classic Reward & Upgrade Devaluation on 5 August 2025

    So not offering PE SYD-SIN following the devaluation??
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    Your favourite photos taken of/from a plane?

    Breakfast at IKEA watching arrivals (SQ231).
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    QANTAS Cyber Incident

    I think lots of variations here. I received first email (3 x data items leaked), then nothing. I log in and its the full monty except passport #.
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    Article: The Pros & Cons of Different Aircraft Types

    I love the A350, but there are so few opportunities to fly in it from AU vs the other wide-bodies. Much prefer 777 to 787 having flown both on long haul in J, and the 777 I found much more comfortable in Y with SQ than any A380 (QF). A380s rule in my experience, but will not be unhappy if they...
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    QANTAS Cyber Incident

    When the firm I was working for (a decade or so ago) we had our website encrypted, and issued a ransom note. I had ensured we held a complete copy off-line, and we were able to blow away the instance and get it all sorted in a few hours.
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    Scams like these

    Good day I have a website in the darkweb, I perform all kinds of services - basically it is destruction to property and injury. Basically, all but the shooting. Often main reasons are rejected love or competition at workplace. This week she contacted me and set me the mission of splashing acid...
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