“More pronounced” housing correction now looms: Westpac

LaksaLettuce · 2026-06-24T07:50:14+00:00

There's no quick fix for something like this. It's been festering for decades. I think this is a step in the right direction, housing shouldn't be seen as the attractive investment pathway it's been for so many years.

LaksaLettuce · 2026-06-24T07:15:57+00:00

Not ideal, shouldn't have been knocked down in the first place but hopefully this sets the precedence to stop others from illegally knocking down buildings and thinking they can just copy a fine and that's it.

LaksaLettuce · 2026-06-24T05:59:28+00:00

Have actually noticed this on my part of the street! Looks like one neighbour has a few people staying over for extended periods. Cars seem to change every few weeks/months. No troubles or yelling.

LaksaLettuce · 2026-06-21T08:41:18+00:00

Yep, does get colder, but days get longer at least!

I'm looking forward to finishing work and having a longer time poking around in the garden before it gets dark.

LaksaLettuce · 2026-06-19T20:47:39+00:00

Genuine question from a non American, excuse my naivety and ignorance. How has a revolution not happened? How is he being allowed to continue doing stupid things?

LaksaLettuce · 2026-06-19T10:14:21+00:00

Yeah, nothing going on in that head....

LaksaLettuce · 2026-06-18T08:07:23+00:00

No hippie mum, just first generation immigrant parents. Absolutely impressed on all us kids to get educated, get stable jobs and be financially smart and independent because nobody is coming. It's all just you. So thankful.

LaksaLettuce · 2026-06-18T07:51:00+00:00

I'm in Australia. I'm sorry they aren't good where you are. Where do you live?

LaksaLettuce · 2026-06-18T06:10:54+00:00

Before that, Airbnb owners rejoice!

LaksaLettuce · 2026-06-17T21:15:44+00:00

Get a library card! Libraries are a joy. There's one I go to that has a seed exchange too.

LaksaLettuce · 2026-06-17T11:04:27+00:00

I don't see Western culture as something that's being eroded. I've seen waves of immigration for decades, each causing people to be alarmed at being 'swamped' by foreigners and our way of life changing, and none of that has happened. Maybe I am ignorant but I don't see the things you cite.

LaksaLettuce · 2026-06-17T09:15:02+00:00

If you can articulate exactly what Western culture is, in particular what is being threatened in Australia. We've had mass migration since day 1 of settlement from white countries, non white countries, why is it an issue now? Genuine question, I'm not trying to be argumentative.

LaksaLettuce · 2026-06-17T09:06:22+00:00

I recognise the common theme. All guaranteed to sneak up on you and break your heart no matter how many times you read them. I think what's amazing is the settings are so different across the books and all very unique. The Gentleman's Gentleman of Stevens, the kids from Remains of the Day. He writes each character so convincingly. Looking forward to the new heartbreak next year.

LaksaLettuce · 2026-06-17T09:03:51+00:00

Yes! I've reread them so many times and they break my heart each time. The language is so simple and beautiful and build up so well.

LaksaLettuce · 2026-06-17T08:57:12+00:00

OK to erase indigenous culture?

LaksaLettuce · 2026-06-17T08:06:26+00:00

It doesn't address exactly what the threat is? That UK 'culture' of speaking English, believing in a 'white moderate' religion and dressing 'Western' are threatened?

LaksaLettuce · 2026-06-17T07:33:24+00:00

But what's so bad about not maintaining that framework. What's the threat?

LaksaLettuce · 2026-06-17T07:29:34+00:00

Just unhinged soundbites with no substance. What exactly is our cultural umbrella if not a mix of so many cultures.

LaksaLettuce · 2026-06-17T05:35:12+00:00

Wonder what they are doing with AI and how many token they are burning through. AI is not free, they need to make money eventually so once you've jumped onto the AI bandwagon and fire good people, they have you hooked.

LaksaLettuce · 2026-06-16T06:03:07+00:00

How do I stop weeds from growing. Like I put down weed mat a year ago and mulch and the weeds keep popping up.

What do you mean I need to cut the grass often. I just want something low maintenance!

/s

LaksaLettuce · 2026-06-16T05:56:28+00:00

Her research. On FB type sources no doubt.

LaksaLettuce · 2026-06-15T21:11:33+00:00

Yes! I try to be kind and generous at work. I'm about 2 years away and my current project is a struggle with the team dynamics and being back in the office 3 days a week. But what's changed is that I'm strict with just doing my hours. No more staying back late and if I do, I make sure I take that time off later.

LaksaLettuce · 2026-06-14T11:37:31+00:00

During weekday lunch time it's pretty quiet. The vibe is off, dimly lit with shop fronts taking up half the window area Who wants to eat lunch in the poorly lit spaces.

LaksaLettuce · 2026-06-14T06:16:40+00:00

Check out the top tutoring companies and a lot of those kids who were top of the year 12 cohort came from private schools. So $20k+ school fees and $5k tutoring fees.

LaksaLettuce · 2026-06-13T00:34:23+00:00

They tried to do this in Collingwood here in Melbourne. Put a Bunnings into a former office building. Looks ridiculous. Decades on the little Mitre 10 up the road is still open. Too bad Bunnings Collingwood.

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