Opinion AUSTRALIAN Politics: Adelaide Board Discussion Part 5

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Mutineer said:
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Cheating is now so rampant that uni degrees have become worthless

The university as we know it is dead. COVID-19 nearly killed it, and AI has dealt the final blow.
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'Wasted experience': Does using AI undermine university degrees? - ABC listen

A University of Melbourne tutor has found that more than half her students used artificial intelligence to complete their first written assessment.
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A University of Melbourne tutor has found that more than half her students used artificial intelligence to complete their first written assessment.

"There's a huge percentage that are not leaving [university] with any skills whatsoever," Dr Mindy MacLeod told Trevor Chappell on ABC Radio Melbourne.

"It's just been a wasted experience in all honesty."

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Is it a symptom of lazy youth or a symptom of university courses being more in the business of justifying their existence than actually providing the necessary skills for qualification?

For example, i had to go to uni to be qualified for my job and i would say less than 50% of the subjects covered were relevant and what I use in my career.
 
Vader said:
That's what happens when consecutive governments at both State & Federal levels dick around with gas supplies, until things reach the point where they're all but running out.

It hasn't been helped by the LNP party's energy policy for the last decade being not to have an energy policy. Then there's the (mostly ALP) Vic Govt which knew supplies from Bass Strait were running low and did SFA to supplement them.

There's an interesting article on the Fairfax websites about how the problem came about. Unfortunately, it's stuck behind a paywall (I could read it at work, but not at home):
https://www.smh.com.au/politics/fed...option-but-to-import-gas-20241001-p5kf1o.html

Short version (from memory) - the existing gas pipeline is running at capacity, and it's not economically viable to build another given its short expected lifetime; Howard ****ed up by selling all our gas overseas, failing to account for domestic needs; Vic Govts have ****ed up by not planning for what happens when the Bass Strait fields are exhausted, noting that output has been decreasing for many years; the only viable option now is to build LNG terminals and import the gas on the back of LNG carriers.
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Care to comment on the news out today that over 130,000 Australian households are on hardship payment plans with their energy suppliers? Up from 95,000 last year...both on Albo/Dr. Jim/Cwissy Bowen's watch?


Record number of Australians struggling to pay electricity bills​

About 130,000 households are on hardship payment plans, highlighting the toll of Australia’s cost of living crisis that is sapping support for the Albanese government.


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A record number of people are struggling to pay their energy bills, the Australian Energy Regulator has said in a report that highlights the toll of Australia’s cost of living crisis that is sapping support for the federal Labor government.
The AER said 1.9 per cent of customers are on hardship payment plans as of June 30, up from the 1.4 per cent record one year earlier.
 

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Mutineer said:
Care to comment on the news out today that over 130,000 Australian households are on hardship payment plans with their energy suppliers? Up from 95,000 last year...both on Albo/Dr. Jim/Cwissy Bowen's watch?


Record number of Australians struggling to pay electricity bills​

About 130,000 households are on hardship payment plans, highlighting the toll of Australia’s cost of living crisis that is sapping support for the Albanese government.


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A record number of people are struggling to pay their energy bills, the Australian Energy Regulator has said in a report that highlights the toll of Australia’s cost of living crisis that is sapping support for the federal Labor government.
The AER said 1.9 per cent of customers are on hardship payment plans as of June 30, up from the 1.4 per cent record one year earlier.
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May I advise moving to portugal. Ive just been advised my bill is going down again by another 6% moving into next year. Not bragging but its a nice problem not to have. But im at probably $290 Australian a quarter 180 Euros here.
 
Pandemic Poll Reveals That Only 23% of Aged Care Workers Would get Vaccinated Again


As Australia enters its fourth year of navigating the fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic, the country’s aged care sector is grappling with a troubling trend: a growing vaccine hesitancy among staff.

A recent poll conducted in an aged care worker support group revealed that only 23% of respondents would consider getting vaccinated again in the event of a major outbreak or new pandemic. Alarmingly, 69% were adamant they would not get vaccinated again, and a further 8% were undecided.

The government’s approach was clear – protect the most vulnerable, including elderly residents in care homes, by ensuring that staff were vaccinated. However, the long-term impact of these mandates, combined with concerns over vaccine injuries, may have led to a deepening mistrust in the vaccine’s safety and efficacy.

One of the most prevalent reasons for vaccine hesitancy among aged care workers is a perceived connection between the COVID-19 vaccine and a range of health issues.

Many staff members reported personal or second-hand accounts of adverse reactions, and these stories have resonated deeply within the workforce. A recurring theme is the development of chronic health conditions post-vaccination.

“I was as fit and healthy before my jab,” said one respondent. “Had three as it was compulsory. After that, I got rheumatoid arthritis, ganglions on my feet and hands, and nerve issues. We were forced into this.”

Another worker commented, “Ruined my life and had a reaction; still paying the price. I had to quit as my health made me unemployable.” These narratives echo the concerns of a significant number of staff, who, having experienced severe reactions or observed the suffering of loved ones and colleagues, are now resolute in their refusal to participate in future vaccination campaigns.

If this trend continues, the consequences for Australia’s aged care sector could be profound. A mass exodus of workers, driven by vaccine mandates or the fear of further health complications, would create a crisis at a time when the sector is already under immense pressure.

The COVID-19 pandemic revealed just how fragile the aged care workforce is, with many workers leaving the industry due to stress, burnout and vaccine mandates.

A mass departure of staff due to vaccine hesitancy could exacerbate these challenges, leaving elderly Australians at increased risk.
 
Slippery Pete said:
Of course not, but they could use a massive tune-up.
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really? are you an education expert. In what way should they be tuned up. We have 10 universities in the top 200 in the world and 5 in the top 50. So please do fill us in on how they so desperately need to be improved? Or is this an SP blanket statement with no followup.
 
Slippery Pete said:
Pandemic Poll Reveals That Only 23% of Aged Care Workers Would get Vaccinated Again


As Australia enters its fourth year of navigating the fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic, the country’s aged care sector is grappling with a troubling trend: a growing vaccine hesitancy among staff.

A recent poll conducted in an aged care worker support group revealed that only 23% of respondents would consider getting vaccinated again in the event of a major outbreak or new pandemic. Alarmingly, 69% were adamant they would not get vaccinated again, and a further 8% were undecided.

The government’s approach was clear – protect the most vulnerable, including elderly residents in care homes, by ensuring that staff were vaccinated. However, the long-term impact of these mandates, combined with concerns over vaccine injuries, may have led to a deepening mistrust in the vaccine’s safety and efficacy.

One of the most prevalent reasons for vaccine hesitancy among aged care workers is a perceived connection between the COVID-19 vaccine and a range of health issues.

Many staff members reported personal or second-hand accounts of adverse reactions, and these stories have resonated deeply within the workforce. A recurring theme is the development of chronic health conditions post-vaccination.

“I was as fit and healthy before my jab,” said one respondent. “Had three as it was compulsory. After that, I got rheumatoid arthritis, ganglions on my feet and hands, and nerve issues. We were forced into this.”

Another worker commented, “Ruined my life and had a reaction; still paying the price. I had to quit as my health made me unemployable.” These narratives echo the concerns of a significant number of staff, who, having experienced severe reactions or observed the suffering of loved ones and colleagues, are now resolute in their refusal to participate in future vaccination campaigns.

If this trend continues, the consequences for Australia’s aged care sector could be profound. A mass exodus of workers, driven by vaccine mandates or the fear of further health complications, would create a crisis at a time when the sector is already under immense pressure.

The COVID-19 pandemic revealed just how fragile the aged care workforce is, with many workers leaving the industry due to stress, burnout and vaccine mandates.

A mass departure of staff due to vaccine hesitancy could exacerbate these challenges, leaving elderly Australians at increased risk.
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There are several factors. A lack of information coming from the medical sector and this can also be attributed to a total avoidance of a royal commission because politicians fear being made to look bad.

Word of mouth is the worst when there is only disinformation being pumped out and no other countering information so people can make informed decisions. Especially since everything bad is being attributed to the 'jab' like it never existed before. Age related things happen. I got sick badly before the jab with stuff I never had. So if it happened after it must have been because of it?

These are things we should be looking to study and find out whether these vaccine mandates actually serve the purpose the governments claim.
 
Eagleboy2011 said:
Kirky's mates. ;)
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Well perhaps put your cash under the bed. Sorry you probably can’t do that as that is where the “commies are”.

I don’t know about you but I rarely have cash on me, probably keep $20 (maximum) just in case on me at any time.

You need cash, go to an ATM, doesn’t cost you $3 and can get $2k out per day.

Just like cheques are being phased out by 2026, needing bulk amounts of cash will too.
 

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kirky said:
Go god, someone on here is a miserable old bastard.

Does he ever see any positive in Australia? He needs to have a break from Sky News.

I’m over responding to his crap and daily whinges.


Not sure if the lineup has changed but this is what get broadcast into regional areas - what a lineup of right wing nut jobs.

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Its not balanced viewership they are after. Its funny though, when I suggested its best to watch news from all channels to grab a better perspective on everything, not just one single media source, guess which posters thought that was funny? To save you some time, basically the only truth is sky news and fox.
 
kirky said:
Well perhaps put your cash under the bed. Sorry you probably can’t do that as that is where the “commies are”.

I don’t know about you but I rarely have cash on me, probably keep $20 (maximum) just in case on me at any time.

You need cash, go to an ATM, doesn’t cost you $3 and can get $2k out per day.

Just like cheques are being phased out by 2026, needing bulk amounts of cash will too.
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I spent nearly an entire year without using cash. Never used it, just did pay wave for everything. So convenient.
 
kirky said:
Well perhaps put your cash under the bed. Sorry you probably can’t do that as that is where the “commies are”.

I don’t know about you but I rarely have cash on me, probably keep $20 (maximum) just in case on me at any time.

You need cash, go to an ATM, doesn’t cost you $3 and can get $2k out per day.

Just like cheques are being phased out by 2026, needing bulk amounts of cash will too.
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Didn't even realise people still use cheques.

Why when you can EFT...
 
adelaidecrows said:
I spent nearly an entire year without using cash. Never used it, just did pay wave for everything. So convenient.
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I would be lucky to withdraw cash once a year.

Just got given some for paying for someone else at a party... which will get me though the next few years lol.
 
Slippery Pete said:
Of course not, but they could use a massive tune-up.
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What are you suggesting needs to be done?

Will be interesting to see what the AU & USA merger means.
 
Slippery Pete said:
Pandemic Poll Reveals That Only 23% of Aged Care Workers Would get Vaccinated Again


As Australia enters its fourth year of navigating the fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic, the country’s aged care sector is grappling with a troubling trend: a growing vaccine hesitancy among staff.

A recent poll conducted in an aged care worker support group revealed that only 23% of respondents would consider getting vaccinated again in the event of a major outbreak or new pandemic. Alarmingly, 69% were adamant they would not get vaccinated again, and a further 8% were undecided.

The government’s approach was clear – protect the most vulnerable, including elderly residents in care homes, by ensuring that staff were vaccinated. However, the long-term impact of these mandates, combined with concerns over vaccine injuries, may have led to a deepening mistrust in the vaccine’s safety and efficacy.

One of the most prevalent reasons for vaccine hesitancy among aged care workers is a perceived connection between the COVID-19 vaccine and a range of health issues.

Many staff members reported personal or second-hand accounts of adverse reactions, and these stories have resonated deeply within the workforce. A recurring theme is the development of chronic health conditions post-vaccination.

“I was as fit and healthy before my jab,” said one respondent. “Had three as it was compulsory. After that, I got rheumatoid arthritis, ganglions on my feet and hands, and nerve issues. We were forced into this.”

Another worker commented, “Ruined my life and had a reaction; still paying the price. I had to quit as my health made me unemployable.” These narratives echo the concerns of a significant number of staff, who, having experienced severe reactions or observed the suffering of loved ones and colleagues, are now resolute in their refusal to participate in future vaccination campaigns.

If this trend continues, the consequences for Australia’s aged care sector could be profound. A mass exodus of workers, driven by vaccine mandates or the fear of further health complications, would create a crisis at a time when the sector is already under immense pressure.

The COVID-19 pandemic revealed just how fragile the aged care workforce is, with many workers leaving the industry due to stress, burnout and vaccine mandates.

A mass departure of staff due to vaccine hesitancy could exacerbate these challenges, leaving elderly Australians at increased risk.
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How people respond would depend on whether the disease is deadly like covid was in the 1st instance or only a significant risk for the vulnerable like it is now...
 
Mutineer said:
Yep the perfect energy source....

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Britain paying record £1bn to switch OFF wind farms to stop power surges overwhelming the grid due to high winds

Wind farms are being temporarily shut down because they can't cope with high winds - which could cost Britons as much as £6billion in just five years
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Funny that. I recall driving through The Netherlands a few years back seeing some turbines not working and some near them working. Controlled wind energy generation.

Also, funny that at the same time, the UK government paying to switch off generation and at the same time cutting pensioner winter fuel subsidies.
 
kirky said:
Well perhaps put your cash under the bed. Sorry you probably can’t do that as that is where the “commies are”.

I don’t know about you but I rarely have cash on me, probably keep $20 (maximum) just in case on me at any time.

You need cash, go to an ATM, doesn’t cost you $3 and can get $2k out per day.

Just like cheques are being phased out by 2026, needing bulk amounts of cash will too.
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Typical elite Kirky. F/u I'm all right jack attitude.
The issue is the $3 to have the privilege to withdraw your own money. Not everyone has a convenient atm close by and some people prefer cash. A lot of ATM's also are being withdrawn or replaced by ATM's that charge you.
I pay almost everything on card, do online banking but not all people have or want to do that. I have mates that don't own a computer and prefer cash.
My BankSA branch has a minimal withdrawal of $50, and my card allows a max $1k /per day.

A current affair last night had someone on from Combank trying to explain it. He struggled imho Like all these exec types they throw figures and percentages about to confuse the issue without just saying it's just a plain a grab for more of your money.
 
Eagleboy2011 said:
Typical elite Kirky. F/u I'm all right jack attitude.
The issue is the $3 to have the privilege to withdraw your own money. Not everyone has a convenient atm close by and some people prefer cash. A lot of ATM's also are being withdrawn or replaced by ATM's that charge you.
I pay almost everything on card, do online banking but not all people have or want to do that. I have mates that don't own a computer and prefer cash.
My BankSA branch has a minimal withdrawal of $50, and my card allows a max $1k /per day.

A current affair last night had someone on from Combank trying to explain it. He struggled imho Like all these exec types they throw figures and percentages about to confuse the issue without just saying it's just a plain a grab for more of your money.
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Liked.

Anyone that sees this as anything other than a cash grab by Commbank is delusional
 
Mutineer said:
Liked.

Anyone that sees this as anything other than a cash grab by Commbank is delusional
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Do you know the availability of ATMs in the country near you? I'm sure not all country people have easy access.

Our nearby Drakes supermarket had its BankSA atm replace with an ATM where you pay to withdraw. It was a smart move by the Drakes manager as it encourages you to go inside and buy something and get an over the counter cash withdrawal.
Not so good for a BankSA customer with afterhours withdrawals.
 
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