Random thoughts and observations
I’m a strong supporter of retaining the current Australian flag. I believe it reflects our heritage, place in the world and future. But I’m not so rusted on to the states retaining their flags. In fact, I’m surprised South Australia hasn’t already changed its flag. According to Wikipedia, the current state flag of South Australia was officially adopted in 1904. The flag is based on the British Blue Ensign.
I felt like I was stepping back in time this afternoon. Heading to the football, I walked through suburban streets, with fans streaming toward the ground carrying flags and wrapped in club colors. On arrival at the ground I found a space on the terrace and took in the view while savoring the smell of [...]
Regular commenter Adam linked me to the Facebook version of his letter to the editor on Mount Gambier City Council’s unimaginative decision to officially name the main corner development “Main Corner”. Adam liked one councillor’s suggestion to call it the “Woo Cultural and Civic Complex” instead, apparently in recognition of Aboriginal heritage. He went on [...]
I received a letter from the Electoral Commission of South Australia on Friday, reminding me that voting on March 20 is compulsory and letting me know where to vote. According to the commission’s website, the letter is meant to be sent from Monday, March 15 to all electors. A total of 1,092,762 South Australians are [...]
