The sleeping dragon which our forefathers warned us about, is now wide awake, hungry and clearly on the prowl. To discourage its appetite, Canberra recently announced its intention to enhance our defence capability with more space age weaponry. Unfortunately, such...
In past weeks we have seen demonstrations cleverly orchestrated by a small trained army of agitators. Clearly there is a rule for the mob to do as they want, and another for law abiding citizens to comply with or be punished. Our proud history is being distorted...
A Lucky Country that Used to Be. Once upon a time our nation was free of internal strife; the treasury was healthy; industry and agriculture were booming, while huge deposits of rich resources were being discovered. The lucky country was flourishing. ...
History tells us that with few exceptions, our past generations have all been exposed to significant challenges and won. Through the ages our people have certainly been tested with wars, Spanish Flu, drought, fire, famine and empty pockets on many occasions. In living...
War can never be divorced from the terrible misery it brings, not only to combatants but their loved ones as well in far distant places, always wondering, praying and waiting. An address to Saint Mary’s College - Anzac 2020 WW1 was certainly such an example when...
I am of the view that our troops returning home from active service find it a huge challenge to adjust as they pursue their dreams from countless, restless and seemingly endless periods in hostile surrounds. For many, such visions would become reality and for some,...
There will be a large gathering in a country town called Biggenden to farewell one of Australia’s best, a professional soldier by the name of Lofty Wendt. Many mourners will be veterans who served with him and in varying circumstances testing courage and...
History tells us of cheering crowds on the day we became as one A proud flag signalling that the pulse beat of a new nation had begun Coloured bunting in joyful city streets where blokes tossed hats so high In the outback, drovers, shearers, farmers and swagmen drank...
Life’s Journey At last I have reached the peak The final goal of life, to rest, no more to seek Behind me, a winding track of life’s stage A trail of challenging and...
In recent times, my talks with youngsters of varying ages in North Queensland continue to reinforce my views of their immense potential for future leadership. However, such assets may be lost, if we, as today’s torch bearers do not provide leadership including...
