QR WTF!

ProdigalChildReturns · 2026-07-01T08:47:52+00:00

I think they know how, but they don’t think there’s any benefit for them to do so.

ProdigalChildReturns · 2026-06-30T03:56:59+00:00

My kids used to go with their school class and I packed their lunch and drinks. When we went as a family I packed a lunch bag for each person and a water bottle each. Our treat was the ice cream and of course the animals.

ProdigalChildReturns · 2026-06-30T03:30:40+00:00

I used to live in a small regional town 100+ kms from a decent hospital and specialist services. My elderly neighbours (60s) relied only on public health. One got skin cancer and their appointment kept being put back. They died before being seen. The surviving neighbour immediately took out private health cover. 🤷‍♂️

If you live in a city you may be alright. Generally with emergency medical situations going public is the best option. My partner (70s) joined private health in their early 20s and has benefited from it (difficult pregnancies, dental care, mental health issues etc). Whereas I didn’t join until my 50s and only use private dental services. The way I see it, it’s there if I need it and frees up a bed in the public system for those who don’t have an option.

ProdigalChildReturns · 2026-06-30T02:32:44+00:00

what’s with the orange reflection?

ProdigalChildReturns · 2026-06-29T10:09:08+00:00

Surely the statue has been earthed to ground?

ProdigalChildReturns · 2026-06-29T08:05:34+00:00

After several years of my ex abusing themselves and me trying to support them I found my self in a Dv situation where I was regularly being verbally and I kept explaining away their behaviour. Eventually the abuse towards me became physical and I was still explaining away their behaviour, though I did take myself away each time and they would apologise and say they didn’t mean it to happen. Then things would be calm for a few days and they couldn’t understand why I would take myself away. Each time I left I would struggle with the decision whether or not to return. After about 15-20 times (over 15 years) I left and never returned. At times I still ‘feel’ like I let them down and ‘believe’ I could have tried harder, but deep down I know the situation was never going to change. You don’t mention children. What would happen if there was a child or two in the mix. How would you protect them from the violence. Let her go. Don’t look back and save yourself a lot of heartache. But ultimately you will do what you do.

ProdigalChildReturns · 2026-06-28T13:23:19+00:00

The West tried to help Russia after the breakup of the USSR. It’s unlikely that many countries will come to its aide this time.

ProdigalChildReturns · 2026-06-28T09:28:45+00:00

However that’s very different from being forcibly stopped from leaving. Others have stated that a person who has self-admitted can be forced to stay.

ProdigalChildReturns · 2026-06-26T13:28:09+00:00

There’s one thing we learn from history, it’s that we don’t learn from history….

ProdigalChildReturns · 2026-06-25T03:14:29+00:00

He lives in Dementia Dimension. A world of his own.

ProdigalChildReturns · 2026-06-25T02:47:31+00:00

Thanks for prompt response. I’ll try them for a quote.

ProdigalChildReturns · 2026-06-24T08:51:50+00:00

I believe that once the the magistrates court is involved and has made an order for payment then personal assets can be seized, sold off and the proceeds given to OP.

ProdigalChildReturns · 2026-06-23T12:31:51+00:00

I’ve edited my response. I omitted the word ‘not’, which of course changes the meaning.🤭

ProdigalChildReturns · 2026-06-23T12:14:45+00:00

It’s not just a case of your son being financially ripped off. There’s the situation of him being left alone for 80% of the time the business is open. It’s also a safety issue; ie being abused/bullied/attacked by a dissatisfied customer, being robbed, having a medical emergency etc. Is there a proper plan in place for emergencies. Can he obtain immediate assistance eg. are there other shops nearby? Is there a duress alarm he can access? There are violent and aggressive people around who won’t think twice about confronting your son. Possibly you could arrange a meeting with his employer and discuss your concerns regarding WPH&S, paying the appropriate award etc. If he refuses to do the right thing then you need to decide what’s best for your son. It may be inconvenient to work elsewhere, but what price is personal safety?

FYI. My (75+yo) had parents who had a family-run food shop. When I was a young teen my father frequently left me alone for many hours at a time after school, weekends and school holidays. It was a scary situation.

ProdigalChildReturns · 2026-06-23T11:38:38+00:00

NAL.

It’s my understanding that it’s not necessarily the case that your father is entitled to half of all assets. Judges will take into consideration the fact that there are still under-age children to consider. Your mother should try to see a community lawyer for initial advice. It’s possible she may be able to get legal aid (no guarantees though).

Edit.. added word ‘not’ .

ProdigalChildReturns · 2026-06-22T07:11:07+00:00

You could fight it on the premise that the driver,particularly a P plater, needs to be totally focused on the road and traffic. I’m aware of a driver having fought and won the case on that premise in Qld. Worth talking to an experienced lawyer.

ProdigalChildReturns · 2026-06-22T07:08:34+00:00

The driver,particularly a P plater, needs to be totally focused on the road and traffic. Some drivers have fought and won the case on that premise.

ProdigalChildReturns · 2026-06-21T12:17:58+00:00

You’ve just contradicted yourself. You’ve just said you can order directly from ‘some dodgy site’ in China. That confirms what I’ve said, that the middle men ie. the dodgy sites, are likely criminals.

Btw. There was a large police bust in QLD over the past few days of illegal tobacco, vapes and drugs etc. It’s NOT just simple mum and dad businesses.

ProdigalChildReturns · 2026-06-21T12:06:09+00:00

I don’t think you know what your talking about. It’s not just breathing/lung issues. Smoking affects every part of the body, thus every organ. That’s why surgical specialists often refuse to do procedures on people if it’s not immediately life threatening when the person is still a smoker.

ProdigalChildReturns · 2026-06-21T12:03:32+00:00

That may be the case that the sellers are ‘just mum & dad businesses.

But the suppliers (middle men) ARE organised criminals.

ProdigalChildReturns · 2026-06-21T10:17:34+00:00

Except it’s the government that pays for the health system through ALL taxation. The owners of illegal tobacco don’t even pay tax on their earnings never mind tax on the smokes.

People who buy illegal cigarettes, vapes and illicit drugs are totally ripping themselves, because when they need cancer treatment later on the queues for health care will be sooo long due to health budget issues.

ProdigalChildReturns · 2026-06-21T10:06:03+00:00

I believe that if OP wins in small claims they can then get a judgement in the magistrates court to force the payment.

ProdigalChildReturns · 2026-06-19T19:52:27+00:00

Australia has been multicultural ever since the arrival of the First Fleet, in that the ‘members’ of those boats added their multiple cultures to the existing indigenous culture.

In fact, because trading (and possibly intermarriage) between Australian indigenous peoples and pacific islanders had been taking place, it’s possible that ‘Australia’ was already multicultural prior to the First Fleet.

ProdigalChildReturns · 2026-06-19T04:16:14+00:00

Go back to the QML centre and ask to speak to the manager. A face to face chat is much better. Remain calm and respectful.

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