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Posts from 2004 to 2017. This was a personal blog during a fairly chaotic decade in independent publishing — some of it tech commentary, some of it Australia, some of it ephemera. It’s kept here in full for anyone who arrives via an old link.
Current writing lives at SiliconANGLE.
To Catch a Thief, the Thifty Sue Edition
I’m all for a more liberal version of copyright, but where a site steals every single post you write at 4aus.com, even when you work your arse off for it to find those offers…well, that’s a different kettle of fish. Let me introduce to you “Thrifty Sue.” And before you say “there is no proof” […]
What Do Prices “Know” That You Don’t?
Great clip from Duke University explaining how market pricing mechanisms work for the greater good. (via Catallaxyfiles)
Traides life
There’s a Coles supermarket and small shopping centre being built not far from where I live. There has been absolutely no one onsite for the construction since before Christmas…its now January 11. I can’t help but think this.
Apparently 4aus.com is being confused for Roger David
The alternative title was going to be “this guy is a f&*kstick” but I try to keep the blog PG 🙂 2 points: you don’t need “authorization” under Australian law to give away tickets…unless it’s a game of chance, then you need registration in some states…noting though that you still don’t need “authorisation” from the […]
Chris Berg on Voluntary Voting
The IPA’s Chris Berg puts up a solid argument in favour of voluntary voting on The Panel. The only argument he missed is the most obvious one: if we are a free and democratic society, shouldn’t our democracy give us the freedom to choose not to vote?
The “Baby Milk Scam” that isn’t a scam unless you write for News Ltd
News Ltd papers have been running a number of stories in the last week claiming that there is a huge “baby milk scam” involving Chinese nationals buying baby formula in Australia, shipping it back to China, and selling it for a profit. Here’s one recent article Chinese milk it in baby formula scam (News.com.au 5/1/13) […]
LOL: Twitter Bios Show Exponential Increase – to 181,000 – Self-proclaimed Social Media Gurus
LOL: Twitter Bios Show Exponential Increase – to 181,000 – Self-proclaimed Social Media Gurus
Something Wrong with the UK
Something must be surely wrong with the UK if this is acceptable. George Orwell must be turning in his grave.
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Puppy Max Pic Update 2 Weeks In
So it turns out I’ve never owned a puppy before (his name is Max)…not once…but now I do 🙂 Social media star in the making? lets see 🙂
So denied at 37 any fair access to my son, I naturally buy a puppy 🙂
So life moves on, and having lost Declan, no matter how much I love him and miss him, it’s impossible thanks to his mother and the court again. For the record that’s a statement of fact vs anything that might breach the insane orders from the insane magistrate. So I might need a substitute, and […]
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Charlotte Dawson is a Bully
I did find interesting that Charlotte Dawson has become a hero amongst the mainstream media for “getting back” a person on Twitter who dared say something negative about her. To put this in perceptive: as of today, the person who dared say something bad to Charlotte has lost her job. Yep, when Charlotte doesn’t like […]
I’m looking for a writing gig
I’m looking for a writing gig. I shouldn’t at this point need one, but unfortunately after some serious real life drama, most of the funds from the sale of The Inquisitr are gone. I can’t say much legally, other than pick your partner closely, and never give them access to your money. The sites I’m […]
Trying Out Pinterest
So far I’ve managed to post a picture of a cat 🙂 Source: fortytwotimes.com via Duncan on Pinterest
Helen Perris: Australia’s Next Great Singer
Someone who I’m happy to call a friend, Helen Perris, who has been a long time actor and music instructor in Australia, has finally decided to stop sharing her amazing voice with few, and share with many. Helen is touring Australia, and I’ve already booked tickets to her Melbourne gig. Her details and booking stuff […]
Nichenet announces the launch of lifestyle site fortytwotimes
MELBOURNE, Australia, January 26 (AEST) – Web content development company Nichenet Pty Ltd today announced the launch of its latest online property fortytwotimes.com. The new site is named after the late, great Douglas Adams, who famously wrote that “the ultimate answer to the ultimate question of life, the universe, and everything” is 42. fortytwotimes aims […]
Planning Medacity 2.0
We’re over 3 months in with Medacity now, and although I still believe the focus and idea is a good one, without a round of funding and the ability to truly own the space, we’re not going well. I believe we’ve done well, and we’ve had some good hits. But the overall traffic hasn’t been […]
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What doesn’t kill us makes us stronger.
Nichenet Announces The Launch of New Media News Site Medacity
MELBOURNE, Australia, August 12, 2011 – Web content development company Nichenet Pty Ltd today announced the launch of its latest online property Medacity (medacity.com.) The new site focuses on the latest news from the new media sector, covering big content (AOL, Yahoo, Demand Media and similar companies), video, audio, blogging, hyperlocal, mainstream media (where those […]