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Buzz Lightbulb · Buzz Lightbulb

I just read this: Robot fish scare off invasive species in Australian waters, study finds https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-12-17/robot-fish-scare-off-invasive-species-in-australian-waters/100710764 I've never heard of mosquitofish but if they are as bad as cane toads, then I say '...

Craig1 · Craig1

Barbados has " ditched the Queen " , good luck to them and I trust it all goes well. However I hope Australia remains with the status quo, Why fix it if it aint broke? I think we have a different history in many ways. Not sure what will happen when Q E 2 passes on though.

iana · iana

What is it about a V8 motor that it makes that Ï want to buy you sound" ? I have worked on all sorts of motors from single cylinder to 14 cylinders, and yet its only the V8 that makes that unique sound.

Dougwe · Dougwe

Heres a question that would be on everyones mind. Yes, The stick is obviously there to poke away any excess toilet paper or Poo BUT Which end of the stick is used to poke with and which is used to hold it with.

aussie_paul · aussie_paul

Hi folks, About 5 years ago I was provided with a CPAP machine through a Government scheme. Recently I was notified that it was being recalled due to an operating fault. I'm trying to find out if I'm eligible for a new one also under the scheme, after this period of time, similar to the arrangement in pla...

Collo · Collo

On a recent trip, I had a tight turn in a cramped caravan park. The awning on the van came in contact with a over hanging tree branch and left a dark green stain almost the length of the awning. When we got home, I tried to remove the stain with laundry liquid, but zero success. Any suggestion? Collo.

Buzz Lightbulb · Buzz Lightbulb

If you're interested in shooting stars: Geminids 2021: How to see the best meteor shower of the year over Australia https://www.abc.net.au/news/science/2021-12-12/geminids-meteor-shower-2021-australia-astronomy-guide/100632500

Izabarack · Izabarack

Easter stuff arrived in the local Supermarket today. I'm not sure if it is just being pre-positioned and/or in anticipation of Supply Chain issues but I am told that any Xmas stuff will be cleared as soon as possible, probably Boxing Day sales. Speaking of supply chain issues, it has been suggested...

Dougwe · Dougwe

G'day all, like many of us on here I use public washing machines for bigger items or more than a quick rinse of a couple of shirts etc. I have been using a branded sanitiser in the final rinse cycle to help kill any unwanted hitch hikers. It has been suggested instead of using expensive supermarket brands...

PeterInSa · PeterInSa

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K9l3R24R96g

Bobdown · Bobdown

Now this is a rough road...........powerpoint presentation, some might not be able to open on a phone.

Mike Harding · Mike Harding

Jordan B Peterson is a Canadian professor of psychology and has recorded many lectures which are available both on YouTube or his website as sound only podcasts. He is an engaging speaker and explains complex philosophical concepts well. I'm currently listening to his podcasts on the bible especi...

Craig1 · Craig1

be quick, need some decent photos

Rob Driver · Rob Driver

Another recent topic started with the fores and againsts EVs and soon went on a tangent to climate change so I would like to present this explanation from NASA as to the positive side of the reason for climate change. Definitely something to consider before we blame the poor old cow. https://prepare...

peter67 · peter67

Reading user tests on the new Rivian utes towing performance re battery range. Users are saying that towing the max allowable weight is decreasing range by 60% and more. Rivian say 50%. What I found interesting is the battery warranty of ten years or 160,000 kms IF you get the Rivian serviced by an appr...

Rob Driver · Rob Driver

Grab yourselves a cup of your favourite beverage and take the time to watch this presentation. https://youtu.be/RqppRC37OgI

aussie_paul · aussie_paul

Mike Harding · Mike Harding

Location is well inland, far from water in central Victoria in low density forest country. A flock of five black birds on the ground; at first I thought they were ravens but as I drove nearer they took to flight and were too large for ravens, maybe 1m or close to wingspan. Also, when open, their wings had a...

Buzz Lightbulb · Buzz Lightbulb

A new varient of the virus that causes Covid-19 has been detected in South Africa: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-11-26/africa-travel-restrictions-imposed-over-new-covid-19/100652438 This varient has a different spike protein, which means: "And that would sugges...

Bobdown · Bobdown

Atacos Atlas, the amazing moth disguised as a snake and is considered one of the largest moths in the world

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	Maybe robots can save our fish? (Preview) I just read this: Robot fish scare off invasive species in Australian waters, study finds https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-12-17/robot-fish-scare-off-invasive-species-in-australian-waters/100710764 I've never heard of mosquitofish but if they are as bad as cane toads, then I say '...	Buzz Lightbulb	1	802	01:21 PM Dec 18, 2021 by dorian
	Barbados ditches the Queen (Preview) Barbados has " ditched the Queen " , good luck to them and I trust it all goes well. However I hope Australia remains with the status quo, Why fix it if it aint broke? I think we have a different history in many ways. Not sure what will happen when Q E 2 passes on though.	Craig1	10	1677	07:57 AM Dec 18, 2021 by dorian
	V8 sound. ( 1 2 3 ) (Preview) What is it about a V8 motor that it makes that Ï want to buy you sound" ? I have worked on all sorts of motors from single cylinder to 14 cylinders, and yet its only the V8 that makes that unique sound.	iana	67	4152	09:38 PM Dec 17, 2021 by landy
	OBVIOUSLY A SCIENTIFIC EXPLANATION (Preview) Heres a question that would be on everyones mind. Yes, The stick is obviously there to poke away any excess toilet paper or Poo BUT Which end of the stick is used to poke with and which is used to hold it with.	Dougwe	16	1176	12:44 PM Dec 16, 2021 by yobarr
	Philips CPAP machine recall... (Preview) Hi folks, About 5 years ago I was provided with a CPAP machine through a Government scheme. Recently I was notified that it was being recalled due to an operating fault. I'm trying to find out if I'm eligible for a new one also under the scheme, after this period of time, similar to the arrangement in pla...	aussie_paul	23	3429	09:08 PM Dec 15, 2021 by landy
	Awning stain (Preview) On a recent trip, I had a tight turn in a cramped caravan park. The awning on the van came in contact with a over hanging tree branch and left a dark green stain almost the length of the awning. When we got home, I tried to remove the stain with laundry liquid, but zero success. Any suggestion? Collo.	Collo	3	780	06:47 AM Dec 15, 2021 by Mike Harding
	Meteor shower over the next few nights (Preview) If you're interested in shooting stars: Geminids 2021: How to see the best meteor shower of the year over Australia https://www.abc.net.au/news/science/2021-12-12/geminids-meteor-shower-2021-australia-astronomy-guide/100632500	Buzz Lightbulb	5	926	01:21 PM Dec 14, 2021 by Buzz Lightbulb
	How many days to Easter? Xmas comes first, right? (Preview) Easter stuff arrived in the local Supermarket today. I'm not sure if it is just being pre-positioned and/or in anticipation of Supply Chain issues but I am told that any Xmas stuff will be cleared as soon as possible, probably Boxing Day sales. Speaking of supply chain issues, it has been suggested...	Izabarack	1	774	08:59 PM Dec 13, 2021 by Craig1
	Public Washing machine use (Preview) G'day all, like many of us on here I use public washing machines for bigger items or more than a quick rinse of a couple of shirts etc. I have been using a branded sanitiser in the final rinse cycle to help kill any unwanted hitch hikers. It has been suggested instead of using expensive supermarket brands...	Dougwe	15	1464	10:17 AM Dec 13, 2021 by Brodie Allen
	If you have Grand Kids... An Interesting vid on Millennial Challenges (Preview) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K9l3R24R96g	PeterInSa	3	1300	08:23 AM Dec 12, 2021 by Possum3
	Snatch strap required (Preview) Now this is a rough road...........powerpoint presentation, some might not be able to open on a phone.	Bobdown	5	672	06:49 PM Dec 10, 2021 by Nevd
	Podcast/YouTube you may find interesting - Jordan B Peterson (Preview) Jordan B Peterson is a Canadian professor of psychology and has recorded many lectures which are available both on YouTube or his website as sound only podcasts. He is an engaging speaker and explains complex philosophical concepts well. I'm currently listening to his podcasts on the bible especi...	Mike Harding	9	1192	11:02 AM Dec 8, 2021 by Mike Harding
	Conjunctions are on at the moment (Preview) be quick, need some decent photos	Craig1	4	1090	03:25 PM Dec 7, 2021 by Craig1
	Climate Change! Cows and Cars or maybe something else. ( 1 2 3 4 ) (Preview) Another recent topic started with the fores and againsts EVs and soon went on a tangent to climate change so I would like to present this explanation from NASA as to the positive side of the reason for climate change. Definitely something to consider before we blame the poor old cow. https://prepare...	Rob Driver	101	4594	07:32 AM Dec 6, 2021 by dorian
	New Rivian Electric Ute. (Preview) Reading user tests on the new Rivian utes towing performance re battery range. Users are saying that towing the max allowable weight is decreasing range by 60% and more. Rivian say 50%. What I found interesting is the battery warranty of ten years or 160,000 kms IF you get the Rivian serviced by an appr...	peter67	4	1148	12:12 PM Dec 5, 2021 by Rob Driver
	UNOBTANIUM an Informative Presentation ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Grab yourselves a cup of your favourite beverage and take the time to watch this presentation. https://youtu.be/RqppRC37OgI	Rob Driver	32	1568	04:53 PM Dec 4, 2021 by Rob Driver
	At my age... (Preview)	aussie_paul	6	1369	09:42 AM Dec 3, 2021 by Craig1
	Bird ID please (Preview) Location is well inland, far from water in central Victoria in low density forest country. A flock of five black birds on the ground; at first I thought they were ravens but as I drove nearer they took to flight and were too large for ravens, maybe 1m or close to wingspan. Also, when open, their wings had a...	Mike Harding	12	1168	09:18 PM Dec 2, 2021 by Mike Harding
	New SARSCov-2 varient detected in South Africa ( 1 2 ) (Preview) A new varient of the virus that causes Covid-19 has been detected in South Africa: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-11-26/africa-travel-restrictions-imposed-over-new-covid-19/100652438 This varient has a different spike protein, which means: "And that would sugges...	Buzz Lightbulb	43	3732	07:44 PM Dec 2, 2021 by dogbox
	What is it? (Preview) Atacos Atlas, the amazing moth disguised as a snake and is considered one of the largest moths in the world	Bobdown	4	926	12:28 PM Dec 1, 2021 by Buzz Lightbulb
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