Lol they used to have one of them at our local club, it got removed as too many idiots were having competitions to see who could get the highest reading. Australians will turn anything into a sport

An order of $1000 in costs was made in favour of the defendant.

Boy, 12, to fight Freddo charge
Date: November 17 2009


Farah Farouque


AN ABORIGINAL boy, 12, charged with receiving a Freddo frog allegedly shoplifted by a friend from Coles, will return to a children's court in February to fight the charge.

WA Police yesterday stood by its decision to press on with the case after a hearing in Northam Children's Court, about 100 kilometres from Perth. The boy's lawyer, Peter Collins, will seek to disallow a 19-minute police interview with the boy.

A senior officer from the Northam police station defended police conduct, saying the outcome now lay with the magistrate. ''No one's done anything wrong or tried to make it difficult for the young chap,'' Inspector Colin Murray told The Age.

''It's the way things have worked out for him.''

The boy, who has no prior convictions, is the youngest of nine children.

He also faces a second charge involving receipt of a $5 novelty sign from another store. The small sign was also allegedly given to the boy by his friend, and was inscribed: ''Do not enter, genius at work.'' Both incidents were alleged to have occurred on September 30, at about 4pm.

A ''statement of material facts'' prepared by the constable who detained the boy noted: ''The novelty sign was recovered and returned to the appropriate store by police. The Freddo frog had been consumed before police attendance.''

A chocolate Freddo usually sells for about 70 cents in a Coles store.

In the aftermath, when the boy missed a court date last month due to a family misunderstanding, police arrested him at 8am on a school day. He was then imprisoned for several hours in the holding cell at the police station before being placed before the magistrate.

Mr Collins, chief lawyer of the Aboriginal Legal Service in WA, said the cell was unfit for children. The boy was a ''very shy, softly spoken'' child who was frightened by the court proceedings, he said. The boy lives with his mother, who works as a cleaner.

A 12-year-old Aboriginal boy has been awarded costs after charges involving the theft of a chocolate Freddo frog were withdrawn in a West Australian court.

The boy was subject to national media attention this month after being charged with receiving a Freddo frog and a novelty sign.

The items were alleged to have been stolen from stores in the town of Northam, east of Perth.

West Australian Police Commissioner Karl O'Callaghan last week intervened in the case, asking for the two charges to be withdrawn.

Mr O'Callaghan said that, while the laying of the charges was "technically correct", the matter should have been handled by a police Juvenile Justice Team.

A Northam Children's Court officer said today that police had dropped the charges and they had been dismissed by the court.

An order of $1000 in costs was made in favour of the defendant.

Northam police had defended themselves against claims the charges were racially motivated, saying the boy had come to their notice in the past without being charged.

West Australian Aboriginal Legal Service chief lawyer Peter Collins, who acted for the boy, said the charges were "scandalous" and would not have arisen if the boy had come from a "middle class, non-Aboriginal family" in Perth.
AAP

I'm not in anyones "army" anyway...where there is a dress code/hair length inspections and expectations to abide by........

so my hair comes with me...

I wonder if any of that made any sense at all. I suppose I will just have to wait for Nana to turn

I am currently on a campaign to re educate my eldest from using a baby voice whenever she wants something....very irritating, highly manipulative and in the end it will lose it's effectiveness and irritate the bejasus out of her partner as well...she is 20.

Am definately attracted to deep belly rolling laughter with a sort of gutteral semi-sensual tone, to me it reveals someone open with a genuine hearty enjoyment and acceptance of life and they do not take themselves so seriously.

only I was an unwanted child by my father..... so knew no gifts or attention at all from him.

I must especially thank Nana publically for giving me the means to look deeper into my own soul in order to find answers

She hasn't worked for 4 or 5 years. Her last 11-year relationship was sad; her guy spent most of his time at work, and to compensate he gave her his credit card and bought her a car so she could occupy herself with driving and shopping sprees in lieu of quality time with him.

I work. But I have a meager income, two kids, and a three-bedroom suite to pay for. So I have also been supporting her. Difference between me and her ex, though, is I actually make time to be with her. It's been great.

I am divorced. I have a 13 yr old daughter and a 3 yr old son. They come with the package. It's a tall order, I know, and she knows it too, but claims to be on board with the idea.

I ran to intercept him, but it was too late; he had already started to "go." I helped him finish up, I checked the toilet for any messes (there were none), helped him wash his hands, then washed my own. No harm done, right?

I've been waiting for MONTHS to finally tell her to get a job without trying to sugarcoat it; I finally say it to her, and what does she do? She leaves!

Has anyone else ever noticed they have a 'business voice'? Back when I used to work in offices, if my Dad called my work and I answered the phone he wouldn't recognise my voice...and even now my brother tells me I have a certain voice that comes out when I am on the phone to a client or a student. The rest of the time I talk like a 10 year old.

The rest of the time I talk like a 10 year old

Are men a little intimidated by a woman with a deep or husky voice I wonder

There are several Greek words for love, as the Greek language distinguishes how the word is used. Ancient Greek has four distinct words for love: agape, eros, philia, and storge. However, as with other languages, it has been historically difficult to separate the meanings of these words. Nonetheless, the senses in which these words were generally used are given below.

Agape (a??p? agápe) means "love" in modern day Greek, such as in the term s'agapo (S'a?ap?), which means "I love you." In Ancient Greek, it often refers to a general affection rather than the attraction suggested by "eros." Agape is used in ancient texts to denote feelings for a good meal, one's children, and the feelings for a spouse. It can be described as the feeling of being content or holding one in high regard.
Eros (???? éros) is passionate love, with sensual desire and longing. The Modern Greek word "erotas" means "(romantic) love;" however, eros does not have to be sexual in nature. Eros can be interpreted as a love for someone whom you love more than the philia, love of friendship. It can also apply to dating relationships as well as marriage. Plato refined his own definition: Although eros is initially felt for a person, with contemplation it becomes an appreciation of the beauty within that person, or even becomes appreciation of beauty itself. It should be noted Plato does not talk of physical attraction as a necessary part of love, hence the use of the word platonic to mean, "without physical attraction." Plato also said eros helps the soul recall knowledge of beauty, and contributes to an understanding of spiritual truth. Lovers and philosophers are all inspired to seek truth by eros. The most famous ancient work on the subject of eros is Plato's Symposium, which is a discussion among the students of Socrates on the nature of eros.
Philia (f???a philia) means friendship in modern Greek. It is a dispassionate virtuous love, a concept developed by Aristotle. It includes loyalty to friends, family, and community, and requires virtue, equality and familiarity. In ancient texts, philos denoted a general type of love, used for love between family, between friends, a desire or enjoyment of an activity, as well as between lovers.
Storge (st???? storge) means "affection" in ancient and modern Greek. It is natural affection, like that felt by parents for offspring. Rarely used in ancient works, and then almost exclusively as a descriptor of relationships within the family. It is also known to express mere acceptance or putting up with situations, as in "loving" the tyrant.
Thelema (????µa thélema) means "desire" in ancient and modern Greek. It is the desire to do something, to be occupied, or to be in prominence.

I could go on listing comparisons, but the point is that the feelings you have for each of them is the same (Love?) but the REASONS are different, and now you find yourself in a position where a decision MUST be made (because we’re all decent, monogamous people here, and we haven’t slept with either of them and would never lead someone on once things looked like they were getting serious)

This got me thinking, what is it about love that makes it such a taboo topic to dissect? Why does the argument “What is love?” seem to have the answer “It just is…”?

Mind game three “this time it will be different”. She really likes him, he could be the ONE and they have after all be on THREE dates, she would just like to know “were she stands”, that is not too much ask is it. He tells her that he is just not ready to start a serious relationship with anyone having recently ended another relationship

Though, to be on the safe side, I should probable be grateful that there is no way for her to work out where and when the next locust plague will occur.

Or a good doco on the history channel about the Battle Of Britain!

And Hilly.... There's something you should know.... My track record shows that she doesn't need to put her lips over her teeth... she can just take them out

girl,you and me would never do anything but wrestle on the floor for control of the remote.

If i cooked a meal,it wont make you moan with pleasure.Find that strange,some one moaning with pleasure from a meal?? Lost it some where in the translation.

My weight on you will gain the upperhand

Man+beer+food+remote control+sex= happy man.

I was just curious as to whether other people had had close online friends disappear on them.

Interestingly many of them also expressed their regret at never having been able to keep up with the quality or quantity of his correspondence. I suppose I should be grateful that a tendency to copious correspondence is not inheritable because in this age of email such a person might just perhaps, make a real nuisance of themselves.

I don’t know what the best solution to this problem is; email my email account details to my sister just in case, sisters don’t snoop, do they?

Well I live not too far from Newport in Melbourne and if you saw it you might not back it in the Cup.

OP, maybe it's time to return that Mrs Robinson Video/dvd - otherwise you'll have to pay for that extra month you've had it out

Most of us guys have been there, done that!

Guy is shy, quiet type. Hints at being 'friends'. I ask him why and get same vague answers? The main one that sticks is 'you are not the sort of girl I usually fall in love with'. What the hell does that mean. I ask myself why

what the hell is a cougar?

1. Cougar An older woman who frequents clubs in order to score with a much younger man. The cougar can be anyone from an overly surgically altered wind tunnel victim, to an absolute sad and bloated old horn-meister, to a real hottie or milf. Cougars are gaining in popularity -- particularly the true hotties -- as young men find not only a sexual high, but many times a chick with her shit together.

2. Cougars
(see also hunt, prowl, corner, pounce). Noun. A 35+ year old female who is on the "hunt" for a much younger, energetic, willing-to-do-anything male. The cougar can frequently be seen in a padded bra, cleavage exposed, propped up against a swanky bar in San Francisco (or other cities)waiting, watching, calculating; gearing up to sink her claws into an innocent young and strapping buck who happens to cross her path. "Man is cougar's number one prey"


3. cougar
An attractive woman in her 30's or 40's who is on the hunt once again. She may be found in the usual hunting grounds: nightclubs, bars, beaches, etc. She will not play the usual B.S. games that women in their early twenties participate in. End state, she will be going for the kill, just like you. Associated with milfs


4. Cougar
A woman in her sexual prime who prefers to hunt rather than be hunted. A cougar's victims are usually under 25, as cougars prefer to mate with men who still have hair. Cougars generally feed and then continue hunting, as they enjoy role reversal.

5. Cougar
A Cougar is a female, usually between thirty and fifty years-old, who enjoys the sexual company of younger men.

Cougars are only usually interested in men under the age of twenty-five. Also, Cougars are non-committal, choosing to move from mate to mate without ever settling down. It is not uncommon for the same Cougar to attack (sleep with) many different men in the same group of friends. Furthermore, Cougars are older and more practiced in the ways of snaring a mate so they will rarely broadcast their intentions to sleep with you until you are already in her Jetta, headed for the condo she just bought. It is this elusive behavior that earns her the name “Cougar.”



6. Cougar
Coo-gher. An older woman who's primary interest lies in bedding younger men. Often, but not necessarily, with money; cougars are the more aggressive variety of the commonly used term: milf.
I think that cougar just grabbed my ass!


milf mom older attractive woman

7. Cougar
A woman who is 35+, sexually cunning, that prefers to hunt rather than be hunted.
There seems to be a lot of Cougars stalking prey at the beach today.


peace

It's true too. Men are much bigger sooks than we give them credit for!
I wonder how many tough arsed blokey-blokes will go off and top themselves after reading that?

In the last 6 months i have been chatting with a guy who i felt was very honest and we seemed to get on well, we met and liked eachother but then he dissappeared of pof for a month,

here is an age difference between us but he seemed attracted to me. when i left he said that he was going to miss me alot.

what i cant work out is why did he ask me to go all the way there just to dump that on me??? i cant understand and was wondering if you guys could shed some light on his actions because i am totally confused by them

what does he want???

he didnt seem to be himself so i asked him what was up and he told me that he was thinking of going back to his ex!!! He said he wasnt in love with her and wasnt even attracted but for different reasons he wanted to go back to her

I wonder if any budding PoF poets can top these entries?

46.2 per cent of the tax burden is paid by those earning in the $25,001 to $75,000 income range, which is 63.7 per cent of taxpayers.

Does anyone know the rate of tax return when your a individual and temporary resident? would i claim all may tax? my total gross income is around $18,000 to $19,000.my tax is around $5,500 i just started working last January because i just got here in Australia last December. any accountants or anyone who know's this please help me out......thanks..

the information about yourself is quite limited to produce the tax implication in regard to your situation.

Before determine what is your tax rate, it is important to work out whether you are an Australian resident for tax purposes.

If you are an individual, holding a temporary resident visa, staying in Australia more than 6 months, working in the same place and live in one place, and you intend to take up Australian Residency in the future and live in Australia permanently, YES...you are an Australian resident for tax purposes

(in case, some of these above requirement do not meet, you can assume as they do. According to your situation I think it is possible to get you in of the Australian resident for tax purposes)

If you are considered an Australian resident for tax purposes, your tax return would be...

assessable income = $19,000

Deduction = nil (yes, if applicable)

Total taxable income = $19,000

Tax on this income = ($19,000 - $6,000)*.15 = $1,950

because your taxable income is less than $30,001, you are entitled to low income tax offset of $750

Total withheld = $5,500

Estimated tax refund = $5,500 + $750 - $1,950 = $4,300.

(disregard medicare levy and related claim as more information is required).

So, to answer your question based on the information given, u cant claim all your tax withholding. the minimum u can claim is the amount of $4,300.


Hope this answer help.
Source(s):
http://www.ato.gov.au/Individuals/content.asp?doc=/content/64131.htm
http://www.ato.gov.au/individuals/content.asp?doc=/content/12333.htm

To some... this post straight away may lead to the thought of sex but definitely isn't.
I'm talking about friendships, relationships, just a chat, or a shoulder to lean on.

This ugly old farts not getting any. So it must be the beautiful people.

Anyway I would be interested to know what others (this means you Nana) think before I am once again required to don my Methuselah coat and begin the second round of quasi paternal talking to myself.

If you are going to chaperon outings for the elderly then I am afraid that these kind of things are going to happen.

I must live in a highly skilled part of the world...ha ha

lol- I was thinking of putting my house on the market- what are land prices like up there?

"Racecar driving is like sex, all men think we're good at it"
- Jay Leno

To tell the truth I haven't struck many men that are indeed skilled at oral sex despite professing great prowess.

And what about when she tenses up so hard that your fingers are tender for days? One cannot stop at the critical moment just because one's fingers are being crushed.

Oral isn't an art. It's a full contact sport.
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**gathers around the fireplace with hot chocolate and marshmallows**

Sigh...I guess its back to the remedial reading class for me

^^^ There realy is a The Pop-Up Book of Human Anatomy
This could be the best day of my life

I am afraid that you have just been unlucky enough to have always be allocated to the control group and if you are in the control group, well, you just don’t get the treatment

who jump pathetically at the first chance to try to pit the one against the other for their own ends....

It's the ones that have no pic, or an obvious pic that they've lifted from a magazine or website, that are the ones to watch.

Debate is more robust than conversation, no doubt.