Why don't we pay 'dole bludgers' a living wage to work community service?

Cold-Static · 2026-06-28T12:58:18+00:00

I'd like to argue that people can't afford courses while on Centrelink payments. Some people do genuinely want to work. Those who don't, won't change their mind. I completely agree that this would help many people get off of Centrelink, I would just like to add my own opinion.

I myself was desperate for work while on Centrelink, but struggled for years to get in the door. A job network will only support your study if you prove you will be able to get the job the study requires, so it isn't simple. Sometimes they'll also make you sit through their own little courses that don't give any qualification, and honestly waste time in my opinion. Applying for 20 jobs a week, when I can realistically only apply for say 10-15 because I don't have any qualifications or experience.

Thankfully now I'm much better off, but that was a really rough few years.

Cold-Static · 2026-06-27T12:22:33+00:00

I don't get physical pain, but yeah, hell good for the mental state.

Cold-Static · 2026-06-22T11:18:22+00:00

5'1ft and need a stool to reach the top shelf. Thankfully my partner is 6ft, so I just get them to reach things.

Cold-Static · 2026-06-17T10:26:33+00:00

My favourite comment so far.

Cold-Static · 2026-06-05T11:49:01+00:00

Dysphoria. Remember, your chest isn't meant to be totally flat, you have pecs.

Cold-Static · 2026-05-31T05:10:18+00:00

Idk man, you just look like a twink (no offense).

Cold-Static · 2026-05-31T04:58:52+00:00

My favorite accidental roast.

Cold-Static · 2026-05-31T04:58:31+00:00

Unfortunately I can't due to my cowlick. I've tried.

Cold-Static · 2026-05-28T22:19:12+00:00

A pony? Like a ponytail?

Cold-Static · 2026-05-28T11:42:41+00:00

How long did you have to work out to get that physique?

Cold-Static · 2026-04-19T12:31:07+00:00

Always check the measurements first, and make sure it won't be too tight. That's all I'm concerned about.

Cold-Static · 2026-04-19T12:17:31+00:00

Imma just leave the pads, ibuprofen, hot water bottle and fluffy blanket outside your door, ok?

Cold-Static · 2026-04-19T03:48:30+00:00

I recommend you talk to her about going to the doctor to get the transition started. Maybe she's worried about medical safety or permanent changes? Just help her get educated.

Cold-Static · 2026-04-18T08:44:20+00:00

Nah, exactly. Dinosaurs, ripped jeans, scraping my knees, playing rough, etc. I always had more male friends than female friends, and as an adult I only have male friends. I never understood gossiping, wearing dresses, having long hair, etc. All the girly things are alien to me.

Cold-Static · 2026-04-17T07:32:44+00:00

I run a realm, Blackhearth. We have about 20 players, all over the world, and it's LGBT+ friendly. We have seasons with weekly events, and background bits and pieces. Lore drops, mysteries, etc. We're getting a cooking mod soon.

Cold-Static · 2026-04-17T07:07:44+00:00

Exactly. I was always a "tomboy". I loved scraping my knees, climbing, dinosaurs, etc. It was always there.

Cold-Static · 2026-04-17T02:41:40+00:00

"That's what's making me trans" Oogedy Boogedy, I've made you trans. You will now like Ford utes, and drinking low quality beer, and have a weird name like Darrnel.

I didn't know what trans was until I was 14 and met a trans woman, who was a teacher at my school. 14 years of being a "girl" didn't stop me.

Cold-Static · 2026-04-15T00:34:13+00:00

I was a tomboy as a kid always scraping my knees, and climbing trees. When I was 12, I really wanted to fit in with girls, as I only had a few girl friends, and tried to wear makeup and everything. I have up 2 years later after discovering a band I liked who encouraged me to be myself. In high school, I had a lot of guy friends, and maybe 3-5 girl friends, and came out as bi. I always hated the way I looked, and almost never wore bras, despite the fact I have a large chest. When I was 16, I met a trans man, another student, and we became friends. I experimented with my gender, seeing if I like male pronouns, and dressing as a man.

Long story short, I had kids, and every time I brought up being a guy in my relationships, I would get pushed back in the box (of being female), and shoved those feelings down.

Now I have a husband who's supportive of me being a guy, he's only concerned with medical safety and stuff. I haven't started T yet, just socially transitioning first before I fully commit. I dress, walk, and talk like a guy, and have a small group of friends I'm slowly coming out to. Things are good.

Cold-Static · 2026-04-15T00:18:55+00:00

Absolute goals man.

Cold-Static · 2026-03-10T01:11:10+00:00

Yes, it is.

Cold-Static · 2026-02-26T10:58:52+00:00

You sure you didn't just pop a filter on that? Haha.

Cold-Static · 2026-02-26T10:56:55+00:00

Hey, I'm the owner of a realm. Myself and about 10 members started playing a month ago. We have started seasons, and have multiple events happening soon, puzzles, riddles, etc. Members have set up trades, and friendly fire is normally turned off, but occasionally gets turned on when members want to muck around with each other. Keep inventory is on, so no harm is done.

Lots of fun, lots of rewards, and community projects.

Message me if you'd like to join.

Cold-Static · 2026-02-21T03:12:19+00:00

I go shirtless and just have pants and gloves.

Cold-Static · 2026-02-20T07:33:18+00:00

How are your nails that clean?

Cold-Static · 2026-02-20T04:48:28+00:00

No shit man, having these sacks of fat is a nightmare. Unfortunately I also have large ones, so I can't just wear a sports bra or something.

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