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  1. josko

    The Biggest Tax EVER in Australia

    For what can only be political reasons, we are about to pay: The Worlds Biggest Carbon Dioxide Tax. The Federal Parliament is about to pass the biggest tax bill that Australia has ever seen. Julia Gillard will literally ram through her 19 bills for a Carbon Dioxide Tax, in the Lower...
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    Why can't I give Kudos's to Whomever I Please as Many Times as I Want?

    I know why really, the question was rhetorical and more to vent. BUT: I do find it frustrating that if I feel someone talks a whole lot of sense or for whatever reason, that I can't give them Kudos because I already did so one or two kudo's ago. I just think you should be able to give them...
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    Hi ho, Hi ho, It's back to Rudd we go...

    I must apologise, I just can't help myself! I predicted Rudd would come back, he is the only MP Politician with enough arrogance and you know what, to do it! What do you think guys? It seems Rudd11 has been on the phone racking up his International phone bill, trying to get votes...
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    Is the CPI outdated?

    Hi all, Prompted by Mark B, I thought I would start this thread on the use of The Consumer Price Index and it’s measure of inflation. Yesterday’s RBA Meeting left rates on hold...did any of us think they would go any other way?: http://www.rba.gov.au/media-releases/2011/mr-11-16.html...
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    GILLARD- Is she mad, stupid, guilty..or all three?

    On the subject of a story published yesterday on Julia Gillards unknowing involvement in "criminal" activity while with a boyfriend as a young lawyer. These articles are all fast disappearing. Andrew Bolt has been gagged or has given up. He will not talk about politics. He has said his...
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    Climate Change- CSIRO

    Hi all, I had the pleasure of attending the No Carbon Tax Rally down at Canberra on Tuesday. Loads of fun..Angry Anderson sung a tune and the Julia Gillard and Kevin Rudd impersonators were hilarious...especially when Kevin turned around to walk off stage and there was a (fake of course)...
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    Divorce Solicitor/Finance

    And No It's not me! &*^*%&$:):) My very dear friend is going through the most horrible divorce atm. Her husband has been just unapproachable and completely nasty, to a point where he sacked his own Solicitor and now my friend's solicitor will not deal with her ex. (We'll call her) Kelly...
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    Central Coast Meet up 16th May

    Hi all, It has been suggested to me a few times that we should organise a meet-up on a weekend afternoon. So here it is: Where: Terrigal Pub Upstairs to right. (Terrigal Drive) When: May 16th Sunday Time: 1pm for lunch. Would love to see some more Sydney people make the trip and...
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    Kevin Green - Property Portfolio of 29mil POUNDS!

    For anyone interested, Kevin Green (?) who apparently has a property portfolio of 29 Million Pounds is about to come onto 2GB Radio and give us some tips on the best suburbs to buy in Sydney. He has a few free Seminars in Sydney coming up. I hope it is interesting. :D Regards JO
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    Central Coast Meet-UP

    Hey guys- It's the New year and there are plenty of exciting times ahead for our portfolios! Let's get together and get/stay motivated! Here are two dates : (This is an after thought for you Novacastrians (?)) Option 1. Place: Terrigal Pub (upstairs, inside) Time: 7pm Date...
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    Ah- Those Big Banks

    I thought I would post a thread in response to the general bewilderness and frustration to the recent rate hikes. Especially to Westpac which is fast becoming the "W" word. Your risk and exposure to a bank higly depends on your loan structure and debt with that particular bank. If you...
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    Has SS changed it's sub-title links while I've been away?

    Hi Mods or users. I have been off on a little adventure in WA and out of contact for a few weeks. I returned to SS to find the links at the top of the page have changed and are not very user friendly. Is this a technical prob or is it a problem re my provider? I have no access to...
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    Devastation in Samoa

    Hi all, I don't know if many here have been to Samoa, but it is a tiny Island and similar to alot of these Islands, these people didn't have much to start with. I really can't imagine how they are going to build it back up as Tourism was just starting to kick off there. All my children...
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    Central Coast Meet-up 16th Sept

    :D Time to catch up again! Husband is off to the Mentawai Islands for a few weeks surfing so I had better get out while I can! Same place, same time: Where: Terrigal Pub upstairs. Time: 7pm Date: Wednesday 16th Sept. Regards JO
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    Anyone bought or researched in the UK?

    Hi all, I was just reading an article in API on Gill Fielding. I quote: She goes on to say she is getting 6000pds/mth and her total expenditure- including mortge is 500pds. We have no idea of her LVR - it would have to be significantly low....although I can't assume anything...
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    Central Coast Meet-UP

    :) Hi guys, A Central Coast Meet-up will be held at Terrigal Pub on Terrigal Drive. Wednesday, August 5th. Head upstairs to the Bistro and we will be seated right of the bar. Anyone new, I'll let you know what I am wearing as the night draws near. Probably a purple corset, some...
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    ProWealth Investment Seminar - Central Coast/Newcastle

    For anyone that is interested, http://www.prowealth.com.au/ I'll be going for a sticky-beak on July 21st to Terrigal. Any of you locals care to join me? It's free and it's 3k's away, how can I resist?:D Regards JO
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    I'm a Mortgage Broker! MoneyHeroJO

    Hi all, I now have a new job: Mortgage Broker. After sourcing many of my loans, re-financing, buying, selling and advising so many of my friends on what to do with their loans etc, I have taken up an offer from my Mortgage Broker to work for her. I guess you could call me a...
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    Is Ross Greenwood in Kevin's Pocket?

    I have just heard Ross Greenwood say that the handouts from the Government's Economic Stimulous Package have reduced the number of bankruptcies in the last quarter.:eek: Can someone please explain to me how a few $900 handouts have lowered the Nation's figures for bankruptcy? $900 is hardly...
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    Accountant wants Payment BEFORE Tax Submission.

    Well this is the last straw with C&N for me. I received a letter from Chan & Naylor stating thus: This is after already receiving my bill with: Which apparently will occur every year. Wouldn't it be nice if we could all send letters out to our clients explaining that we will not...
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