An election looms, but there are unresolved allegations...

I am at a loss to understand how the Turnbull government can countenance the prospect of another election with the number of allegations of electoral funding corruption that currently soar overhead here in NSW . 

Surely Mr Turnbull understands and has noticed the stench that is in the nostrils of the electorate. That stench, Mr Turnbull, is the stench of corruption.

Whilst Mr Turnbull is doggedly determined to uncover and obliterate corruption in other places, it is an anomaly that there seems to be less of a need to do so in his own back yard.

Shouldn't clearing his colleagues and his party be a high priority? Isn't that important? Will he take us to an election without having these matters decided?

In my humble opinion, the activities of, his party, of the Free Enterprise Foundation and of the other groups and individuals that are under the ICAC and public microscope need to be allegation free before we proceed to the polls.

We have already had an election (2015) in NSW in full knowledge that serious allegations stood against the Liberals here in NSW. People that possibly should have been removed from positions within the party were allowed to participate in that election. We do have a presumption of innocence here, but this has gone on for far too long. The presumption of innocence does not preclude those that are under suspicion from being suspended from their duties or roles... It is time for the Liberals to be seen to act in this matter...

Until the allegations of Liberal Party electoral donation illegalities are confirmed or dispensed with no early election should take place. 

You need to clear the air Mr Turnbull...

We had hope, now we have nothing!

Remember when there was a glimmer of hope, that Turnbull offered a glimmer of hope? This is from the Sun-Herald - Sep 29 2015.

I know the glimmer has been well and truly extinguished... Trust me I am a firefighter, I know extinguishment when I see it.

Alleged fraud won't be stopping Baird's loyalty to backers.

Let me get this right...

Regardless of whether the alleged actions of his party are legal or otherwise, he suggests that he must continue the current agenda out of loyalty to his backers ???? Correct me if I am wrong...

The possibility of hundreds of thousands of dollars in illegal donations and the willingness to accept multi millions of taxpayer dollars as a result of an election process where (allegedly) electoral fraud may have been committed is not enough to prompt "Likeable Mike" to sit down and take a long hard look at his party?

It seems not, rather, it is full steam ahead... 
Please let me be wrong!

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NO COMMENT - NO KNOWLEDGE

"No Comment" & "No Knowledge" are rapidly becoming the catch phrases that Arthur $inodino$ will be remembered by... Please Read This

Amalgamations - What is the LNP motivation here?

You have to wonder what the motivation is of the LNP to ram home the series of unwanted amalgamations across NSW. 

It is abundantly clear when you look at the most recent amalgamations in Qld that there are ongoing and increasing costs associated with such a move. Infact de-amalgamation is the order of the day click here

If the argument is that it makes good economic sense then they need to put up accurate evidence to support the claim. Prof Brian Dollery is an expert in this field and he has informed the Baird Government of the faults, inaccuracies and failures of the evidence so far put up by the Government in no uncertain terms click here

Over and above all of this is the real threat to the economic viability of our local councils. The Federal LNP Government is putting a financial strangle hold on our councils. The cut close to $1 Billion from local council funding click here

So why are they insisting that this unwanted, ill conceived, costly debacle goes ahead?

There are legal challenges ahead and it is even suggested that they may have used the wrong legislative mechanism to bring it all as far as it has gone so far....

STAY TUNED!

Abbott in a Top hat

It looks like we have a PM going rogue and making "Captain's Calls" again.

Hunt knew nothing of this on the day before the "call" (see the story in the link below). Morrison too was the victim of a "call" when Turnbull moved the budget from May 10th up to May 3rd.

How well did that work for old mate Abbott?

NOTHING HAS CHANGED. As they say, Turnbull is just Abbott in a top hat!

Read the NEWS LTD story here

When is an early election NOT an early election?

Turnbull has tried to say that a July election is not an early election. He knows that Aussies detest going to the polling booths any more than necessary. Make no mistake this will be an early election.....

He has been softening us up for weeks. He thinks that he says it is not early that we will accept that. Sounds a lot like Abbott and "Chopper" Bishop.... repeat a lie often enough and the plebs will think it is the truth!

Turnbull starts the softening up.... CLICK HERE

"trust me"

Malcolm Turnbull ready to call July 2 double dissolution election if IR bills rejected again - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)

Malcolm Turnbull ready to call July 2 double dissolution election if IR bills rejected again - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)

This government is soooo predictable.

Who seriously didn't believe that an election was likely on Jul 2?

Who seriously didn't believe that Tony Abbott would never survive as the PM?

Who seriously didn't believe that the stellar start that Turnbull had was due to his left leaning qualities?

Who seriously didn't believe that he'd have to reject his left leaning qualities to maintain the leadership?

Who seriously didn't believe that the gloss would rub off when the electorate realised that he is so compromised that he is in effect a lame duck?

I am still hearing folks say that they have doubts about Bill Shorten

I am still hearing folks say that they have doubts about Bill Shorten, do your hear the same thing? 

It is my goal to see the time where people are more interested in the issues and policies, more keen to seek out their local candidates and the make their voting decision based on these factors rather than fall into the MSM conservative trap of thinking that we have a presidential system here in Australia. When I stood for the seat of Terrigal it really disappointed me to hear my opponent Adam Crouch slide over to voters and ask "Do you like Mike?' That's very poor form, I'm sure you'd agree? Unfortunately for him it worked... the margin only slipped from around 24% down to 9%. Anyway that is ancient history now....

I know that Bill is a great performer and will make a great PM. I have seen him slay a crowd and I have seen him hold just a few people in his gaze and talk and listen whilst commanding and giving respect.

This piece in the Saturday Paper explains their view of the transformation that is happening right now.

If you are unsure about Bill have a read and you might just change your mind.

Click here for the piece

Why am I helping Anne Charlton?

I just read a really nice post from a friend of mine about volunteering. What he said really made sense. It ,made me think about what I am doing regarding helping Anne Charlton in her efforts to become the member for Robertson. I don't often stop to think about why I am doing what I am doing and I thank Adam Richards for prompting me to do so.

This is my reply to Adams' post

I am a volunteer too Adam. I am a volunteer on the campaign team for Anne Charlton - Labor for Robertson I read your post and I agree. Some days the most important thing you do is family stuff, sometimes it is your work and other times it just might be what you do as a volunteer.

Like all formal volunteer organisations recruitment is vital.... (here comes the ask... but it may not be what you expect!)

If you are interested in the outcome of the upcoming federal election then choose your prefered candidate and find out how you might be able to help them. The thing is that for democracy to work the way it should, people need to be involved and active. So if you care about the result of this election then I encourage you to make a difference yourself. It is very interesting and quite rewarding and if you choose the help out the Labor Party you meet the nicest people!

You can contact myself, or Anne if you'd like to help us make a difference.

Click here for the Anne Charlton Facebook page

He's gotta go!

Greg Hunt must resign!

Here is why... click

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Education? Is it really so important?

If the education of our young Aussies is important to you, then you must help us remove the Abbott / Turnbull LNP government.

Labor says education is vital CLICK HERE for more

Contact me to find out how you can help.

Let's get rid of the Turnbull Government - Will you allow the IPA to destroy Australia?

I am doing what I am able to bring about a change of Government in Australia. I think this election is vital to the future of Australia's infrastructure, tax system, health system and working conditions.

The LNP have been given the opportunity to "fix" the economy, what have they done? Do you think that Australia is better or worse off for having had a conservative government ?

If your see it the way I do, you'd have to say we are worse off,

So, how do we remove them? At a bare minimum you need to put the Libs or Nats last when we get the opportunity to vote.

I am calling on all of you that want to see the LNP removed from office to step up! Complacency will lead to another 3 yrs of right wing ideology.

Have you heard of the Institute of Public Affairs. The IPA is the force behind the Liberal Party [ see the wiki post here ABOUT THE IPA ]

They have a list of aims that the LNP are working their way through... It won't be good for Australia if they are allowed to advance through the list... [ here is some more about the IPA WHO IS THE IPA ANYWAY ? ]

Here is the list...They try to latch on to the reputation of Gough Whitlam, it's incredible have a look for your self [ THE IPA WISH LIST ] They won't talk about this when they campaign for election!

This is why changing the leadership from Abbott to Turnbull has not made one iota of difference. They could make any one of 50 Libs the PM and NOTHING would change. It is the unelected that drive them on their nasty path. If you want to do what you can to oust these jokers, contact me jeff.sundstrom@gmail.com I will help you to help Australia!