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I am a qualified accountant and registered tax agent in Australia, aged in my 50s. I have worked in public practice for nearly 20 years, having obtained my bachelor degree from the prestigious University of Adelaide. Professionally I have also been involved

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Politics, News & Issues > Environment (Other) How does the health of a river affect the vitality of a region?: 2 of 34
To state that a river can affect the vitality of a region is a gross understatement. The health of a river affects the vitality of nations. A noticable example of how this occurs is shown through the damage caused by abuse of Australia's Murray-Darling river system.Australia is a unique part of the Earth, a land renown for it... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values I never thought I would do this at 50!: 5 of 42
Two men sailing a 40-foot yacht into the wild Southern Ocean, south of Australia, in the middle of Winter. Not something I had expected to do at any time in my life and certainly not that I am 50.I have been involved in sailing for most of my life, but had never considered doing a yacht delivery. In June 2002, I received a re... More..
Sports & Recreation > Boating & Sailing Safety at sea basics: 1 of 7
MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY, this is My-yacht, My-yacht, My-yacht, MAYDAY, this is My-yacht, over..The call that no-one who heads to sea wishes to make, or hear, but the meaning of which everyone needs to know.Before setting out to sea in any vessel, everyone undertaking such an activity must be aware of where they are heading. Yo... More..
Arts & Humanities > Philosophy (Other) Why do scientists reject evidence of God: 9 of 38
There is an eerie connection between the scientists of modern society and those from earlier periods that promoted religion. Both have been seeking to explain the unknown. The major difference between the two eras is that the scientists have learned from their predecessors that reasons do exist and can be identified. Witho... More..
Business > Finance & Insurance How to choose an accountant for your business: 1 of 4
So you need to choose a new Accountant!This often occurs because of a change in your circumstances, or maybe you are dissatisfied with the service provided by your present Accountant. Have you just moved to another city or town? Are you going to establishing a new business? Do you have a complex taxation return to prepare?The... More..
Sports & Recreation > Martial Arts Ranks and belts, and promotions in Taekwondo: 1 of 4
Often we hear people referring to those involved in a Martial Art such as Taekwondo as being a "Black Belt" and wonder what they are referring to. Many see a Black Belt as a sign that the holder is someone who is very good at their style of Martial Art. Others believe that is shows someone is a "good fighter".The grading syst... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Political Issues The case for mandatory voting in the US: 1 of 4
Why is Australia a better country to live in than the United States?Australia is one of the few countries on Earth with mandatory voting. Before we proceed, however, we should clarify one point that is often misunderstood. What is mandatory voting? Under the Australian voting system for the Federal government and the various ... More..
Sports & Recreation > Football (Other) How to throw a football: 5 of 17
Football is an interesting topic to discuss, anywhere in Australia as there are three dominant codes played.The international game of football, where the use of the hands to touch the round ball by anyone other than the goalkeeper is forbidden, is gaining in popularity. It is still referred to as Soccer and has a national com... More..
Arts & Humanities > Meaning of Life Big Bang or Big Man: How in the heck did we get here?: 28 of 87
To analyse and understand the history of Homo Sapiens upon this planet is a difficult topic. None of us were there to watch either the start of the species or our development, depending on which side of the argument that your believe.The topic "Big Bang or Big Man" is really another way of saying did our species evolve or wer... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Politics, News & Issues (Other) Should the state of Connecticut tax plastic bags at the grocery store?: 3 of 9
The concept of any government placing a tax on such things as plastic bags at the grocery store is a feeble excuse to appease those in society that are concerned about pollution. I do not believe that the imposition of such a tax would have any significant effect on pollution, but it would benefit the government's coffers. ... More..