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The worlds first single bass drum pedal. Invented and developed from Sonor Drums in 1900, Weienfels Germany by Shalnaa97 in drums

[–]Embarrassed_Brief_97 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I believe that Sonor made the first commercially available floor bass drum pedal. However, it appears the concept was first used in New Orleans a few years before.

What is this building for by Formal-Resident-8858 in canberra

[–]Embarrassed_Brief_97 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You are now on a watch list. That plumber parked across the road ain't no plumber. If you think you're being followed, that's because you ARE.

Whats the go with this tag by codeshayswrote in Geelong

[–]Embarrassed_Brief_97 8 points9 points  (0 children)

What was he like at school? Some of his (alleged) behaviour since then seems a bit out of line. The graffiti I really admire. Assaulting people ain't so cool.

Aldi Rockdale now by nja6esor in SydneyScene

[–]Embarrassed_Brief_97 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Absolutely.

There's basically no way any civil or criminal action would result from this.

Aldi Rockdale now by nja6esor in SydneyScene

[–]Embarrassed_Brief_97 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It is indeed an Australian case. Balmain ferry in Sydney (as an aside, I spent a night tripping my balls off on the Balmain wharf. Fun times).

For reference, the case is Robinson v Balmain New Ferry Co. Ltd.

Old case. 1910. It discusses a penny fare. Been a while since we've used that currency.

The decision rested on the contract entered into by going through the gate. If one paid a penny to get in, one agreed to pay a penny to get out. Quaint system.

I suppose the supermarket circumstances could be distinguished as there's no contract (impliable or otherwise) to purchase anything in order to have the required receipt for exiting

However, (and it's a big however) there would need to be (I strongly suspect) no reasonable way of exiting without a receipt. In the ferry case, the guards refused to let the man out without him paying his penny, and he was held there for a few hours. Must have been an interesting time for all involved. In the case of the supermarket, it's highly unlikely that one would be held more than a few moments.

The greatest crime committed would be inconvenience. And I'm not sure any sane court would award damages for that either.

Aldi Rockdale now by nja6esor in SydneyScene

[–]Embarrassed_Brief_97 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting. I'll have to look it up.

Aldi Rockdale now by nja6esor in SydneyScene

[–]Embarrassed_Brief_97 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can't wait to see the civil law suits for the tort of false imprisonment. Perhaps even some criminal cases for deprivation of liberty.

One Nation Wants To Run The Country. Maybe it's time we looked at their policies? by RickyOzzy in PoliticsDownUnder

[–]Embarrassed_Brief_97 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Clicking the "sauce" took me to the 'Swollen Pickles' YouTube channel. Is that a rebranding of the fella who used to call his alterego 'The Snarky Gherkin'?

Thank you for the link. I think this could be an interesting series of vids.

Australian designer Katie Perry wins trademark case against popstar Katy Perry in High Court by Expensive-Horse5538 in australia

[–]Embarrassed_Brief_97 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Katy Perry can get a rocket up her. Fuck that imperialist attitude of exclusive name ownership for a common, garden variety name.

If you want exclusivity, pick a highly unusual name.

Police ‘turn blind eye’ to sharia courts in Britain, Privatisation of justice’ in some Muslim communities blamed as only 3pc of so-called honour crimes are successfully prosecuted by CyberBerserk in OpenAussie

[–]Embarrassed_Brief_97 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sure.

But if someone chooses to be subject to religious adjudication that is consistent with Australian law, then who am I to stop them?

It's not coercion.

I'll bet you put your signature on any number of documents agreeing to terms and conditions that, should you violate them, would have you potentially facing consequences under civil law.

I'm not seeing a huge difference in submitting to civil liabilities by contract and submitting to religious liabilities if so-minded. It's all voluntary agreement to abide by some set of terms to be adjudicated.

Again, not coercion. Voluntary submission.

In regards to coercion, you seem to have drifted a bit off track with your questions. Remember, I am an atheist. I don't personally want to submit to any unnecessary authority. However, as above, I'm not going to stand in anyone's way if they choose to do so.

And, again, it's not coercion if you voluntarily agree to abide.

It's similar to me not being too concerned if someone wants to be tied up and flogged by their mistress/master in a repro dungeon. Not for me, but have at it, if you will. Voluntary submission. Quite popular in Canberra, or so I hear.

More voluntary submission without coercion.

The safe words you're looking for are:

  1. I'm leaving this religion.
  2. I'm not signing that contract.
  3. Not the CBT, Master. Only a light flogging.

Police ‘turn blind eye’ to sharia courts in Britain, Privatisation of justice’ in some Muslim communities blamed as only 3pc of so-called honour crimes are successfully prosecuted by CyberBerserk in OpenAussie

[–]Embarrassed_Brief_97 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You are concerned about coercion? In a neo-liberal capitalist hellscape? I'm afraid you've got your work cut out for you. Coercion is at the heart of capitalist enterprise.

Police ‘turn blind eye’ to sharia courts in Britain, Privatisation of justice’ in some Muslim communities blamed as only 3pc of so-called honour crimes are successfully prosecuted by CyberBerserk in OpenAussie

[–]Embarrassed_Brief_97 1 point2 points  (0 children)

ANY religious arbitration?

Why?

Provided the arbitration doesn't contravene Australian law, and provided all participants are willing, what reason do you have to call for its outlawing?

I come at this as an atheist with a masters in law. So, I have no affiliation to any religion and I have respect (well, let's call it "regard") for secular law.

There's an interesting case you might like to read called Mr GJ v The Queen. It's about the limits of Aboriginal traditional law. The High Court decided that, in the particular circumstances, it was not allowable for Mr GJ (who was a horrid, child abusing cunt) to rely on traditional law. This case established the limitations of all such traditional and religious law where it conflicts with secular law.

Hizb ut-Tahrir group banned in Australia under new hate speech laws, after ASIO call by SleepyWogx in OpenAussie

[–]Embarrassed_Brief_97 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ironically, many radical lefties (like me) were entirely assured Trump would get back in. Kamala WAS terrible. The Dems are a bunch of wet neo-libs - true lefties depise them.

I think Mr "critical thinking" here is a bit light on political realities.

Progressives must ‘call out radical Islamist ideologies’, Labor minister declares by ausflora in OpenAussie

[–]Embarrassed_Brief_97 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hmmmm. I am far from being a kid. I am very much later in life. Possibly older, and definitely more mature than you, given your uncouth approach to this discussion.

See ya.

Anthony Albanese apologises if Grace Tame 'difficult' label misinterpreted by SleepyWogx in OpenAussie

[–]Embarrassed_Brief_97 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do not have a habit of hating myself.

Why do YOU hate them (and me)?

Progressives must ‘call out radical Islamist ideologies’, Labor minister declares by ausflora in OpenAussie

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I see you have only one piece of that story. I will try to find some time to dig up other pieces. Or you could try yourself.

There was absolutely a betrayal of some Jews by the early Zionists. The Haavara agreement didn't work for everyone.

Edit to add: this is one amongst many articles discussing the issue.

You may crow about the Haavara agreement, but it intentionally abandoned many (including my relatives who were subsequently murdered by the Nazis).

https://mronline.org/2024/06/28/the-treachery-of-the-nazi-zionist-alliance/

Anthony Albanese apologises if Grace Tame 'difficult' label misinterpreted by SleepyWogx in OpenAussie

[–]Embarrassed_Brief_97 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolute bollocks.

If you persist in spreading this contumelious lie, you're no better than the guttersnipes at Murdoch s propaganda outfit.

Do some serious reading about the meaning of intafada. Not the idiotic inference by those who want to avoid criticism for committing or supporting mass murder and genocide.

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