Random thoughts and observations
I don’t like poker machines. I think they are evil. When I was growing up in Victoria during the 1970s and early 80s I knew that people travelled across the border to New South Wales to play the machines. I found that strange, but it seemed a genuine social activity. People travelled in buses and [...]
I’m the guest tipster for The Border Watch’s racing selections this week. It’s reported in the paper today that Gorey “has boldly declared he knows something about the horse racing game. Well let’s test him out!” I’m no guru when it comes to equine pursuits, but I take an interest in the industry as opposed [...]
I read today that Cardinal George Pell, Archbishop of Sydney (formerly Melbourne), is considered an outside chance to become Pope. I like George. He speaks his mind; he’s strong and rational. George is 50-1 with the international bookmakers. That’s a great thing about being Catholic. Gambling and drinking in moderation are acceptable vices.
