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Tech Talk / straightening fork legs
« Last post by maicoman18 on May 15, 2025, 05:48:02 pm »Hello team, I have 5 sets of 35mm forks that I need straightened. Does anyone know someone in the Hunter Valley that does this work?
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General Discussion / Re: Election 25
« Last post by Dungar Pilot on May 12, 2025, 07:48:09 am »Hi Everyone,
The forum has gradually declined over the last few years like other forums that I follow and this is my humble opinion that I will share here:
The post that we three are referring to is an excellent example of why forums are doing exactly that, declining!
Obviously we all share similar passions or we wouldn't be looking here but can't we all get along? My only requests are please proof read what you are about to post and put yourself in whoever's shoes (or riding boots ) you are criticising?
It is true to say that I don't post on here very often but that doesn't mean I am not following what is going on.That is not nice at all . :'(
Yes did seem a bit over the top.
The forum has gradually declined over the last few years like other forums that I follow and this is my humble opinion that I will share here:
The post that we three are referring to is an excellent example of why forums are doing exactly that, declining!
Obviously we all share similar passions or we wouldn't be looking here but can't we all get along? My only requests are please proof read what you are about to post and put yourself in whoever's shoes (or riding boots ) you are criticising?
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General Discussion / Re: Election 25
« Last post by Wasp on May 09, 2025, 01:11:09 pm »Hi Paul, in response to your post. I am happy with my life. I have done many things other people can only dream of. I raced or ridden in every continent but Africa with a positive mix of achievements and experiences. Lucky to share 4 kids with my wife of 36 years and all 4 have a degree. I would not call that miserable at all. Business is also doing well. As far as your labelling goes, all could not be further from the truth. I am a conservation green person (not a woke wierdo greenie LOL). My hobby is to preserve and breed endangered native species up to class 3. Yes, I am stuck with the old values and I believe they could be fashionable again in the not-so-distant future. My energy comes from the roof, the water from the tank, vegetables fruit, fish, eggs, and meat from my own land. If that makes me a right-wing propagandist, I am happy to live with that. I would not swap with you LOL.Wow, about 60% of voters want more immigration, continued housing shortage, more crime, more inflation, more woke stuff, more pollution, more clever indoctrination starting at Kindy all the way till Uni and mass sporting events. I rest my case.
If there was a subject to study in right wing propaganda and specious talking points, you'd have a doctorate.
You and Andrew Bolt need to buy yourselves a couple of mirrors and look long and hard into them for the first time in your miserable lives.
Go on Boomer, we'll wait while you finish your banal whining.
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General Discussion / Re: Election 25
« Last post by skypig on May 08, 2025, 06:55:29 pm »From my limited understanding:
When Dutton was elected leader of the opposition I thought Labor was given a free election win or two.
Albanese managed to make himself so unpopular, I thought the election was Duttons to lose.
Lose it he did: Apart from those with investments in commercial real estate, who thought attacking “work from home” was a good idea? Lying about building Nuclear Power stations was also fraught with danger. Those that believed it were split 50/50ish in support/opposition, and half of them would have been disappointed. The rest of us just thought he’d lost his mind.
When Dutton was elected leader of the opposition I thought Labor was given a free election win or two.
Albanese managed to make himself so unpopular, I thought the election was Duttons to lose.
Lose it he did: Apart from those with investments in commercial real estate, who thought attacking “work from home” was a good idea? Lying about building Nuclear Power stations was also fraught with danger. Those that believed it were split 50/50ish in support/opposition, and half of them would have been disappointed. The rest of us just thought he’d lost his mind.
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General Discussion / Re: Election 25
« Last post by bazza on May 08, 2025, 12:52:29 pm » Amazing how Trump turned albos fortunes around in 2 weeks
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General Discussion / Re: Election 25
« Last post by pokey on May 08, 2025, 12:24:22 pm »There is a way to discuss and forward opinions and there is something else.
I didnt vote for the coalition but getting personable isnt the way to communicate.
I must say Mr Dutton has been gracious unlike some other politicians who could do well to learn humility and grow from the facts. Its an honour to be chosen not an opportunity to grandstand.
I didnt vote for the coalition but getting personable isnt the way to communicate.
I must say Mr Dutton has been gracious unlike some other politicians who could do well to learn humility and grow from the facts. Its an honour to be chosen not an opportunity to grandstand.
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General Discussion / Re: Election 25
« Last post by John Orchard on May 08, 2025, 09:30:49 am »That is not nice at all . :'(
Yes did seem a bit over the top.
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General Discussion / Re: Election 25
« Last post by Wasp on May 07, 2025, 05:27:26 pm »That is not nice at all . :'(
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General Discussion / Re: Election 25
« Last post by pmcburney on May 07, 2025, 04:24:49 pm »Wow, about 60% of voters want more immigration, continued housing shortage, more crime, more inflation, more woke stuff, more pollution, more clever indoctrination starting at Kindy all the way till Uni and mass sporting events. I rest my case.
If there was a subject to study in right wing propaganda and specious talking points, you'd have a doctorate.
I do love the trotting out of the old chestnut of "The voters got it wrong!" again.
They only get it wrong when your side loses, eh?
You and Andrew Bolt need to buy yourselves a couple of mirrors and look long and hard into them for the first time in your miserable lives.
Show us on the doll where the bad Labor government hurt you.
And please, enlighten us all as to exactly how the alternative was going to solve all of those propagandist, right wing, gaslighting talking points.
Go on Boomer, we'll wait while you finish your banal whining.
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General Discussion / Re: Election 25
« Last post by pokey on May 06, 2025, 04:47:40 pm »I dare say less than 75% of the population actually know what politicians do apart from act like kindergarten brats on Parliament question time and shake peoples hands and pose for cheesy photos every 3 years. The real politics planning the work (create policy) call for tender and liaise with suppliers then hopefully get elected and work the plan is not common knowledge. They arnt as lazy as they appear to be and Dotting I's and crossing T's with an endless chain of safeguards to ensure due process has been followed is lengthy and laborious, Nothing worse than dealing with the general public as they are all experts.
With an election and most of the populace none the wiser, all that hard work has to be sold to the people and a flashy smile and a bit of flattery never goes astray and if that's not enough apparently a free set of steak knives are the answer. Even a catchy song and dance number will work if you have Trouble with a capital T right here in river city.
With compulsory voting those with no clues are being asked to choose and invariably they will always choose what gives them an endorphin rush and choose the book with the prettiest dust jacket when they have nothing else they can understand or are being shown. Sad but that's what democracy has become.
I do wish politics was taught in schools as part of a life skills module so at least they would be semi-aware of their onus of being adult.
I do agree the parties should get back to their roots however convincing a politician that a carnival atmosphere and advertising isn't worth it will be a hard task as its ingrained since roman times.(True, the word Idiot referred to anyone who wasn't a politician) though if anyone was to look at Clive's efforts less propaganda may gain some traction. Annoying the heck out of people with compulsory bombardments by any form is never appreciated. I would appreciate being told the facts and the actual benefits rather than the doom and gloom if i don't heed the warning/comply. What When and How are all the basics anyone needs to consider and flashy advertising reeks of snake oil and i walk away. One doesn't see RR advertising do we? Less carnival means less clowns and less fairy floss and the politicians can get on with the job of real politics and present a plan containing nothing but well considered substance.
Perhaps the High court could take another look at its ruling as it ruled, Political advertising does not have to be factual however it cannot be intentionally misleading. If that's not leaving the barn doors open on the stables I don't know what is. Who could not see a barrister rubbing his hands together with that wording as even i read the words Ala carte.
What's done is done and Its doubtful much if anything will change what we have so after 3, everybody have a big sigh for poor Clive and Co . Awwwww. My money is on the money as climate is already a commodity
