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The time is right for nuclear subs

Both Richard Pryke and Paul Corkeron pour scorn on Australia having nuclear-powered submarines (CCN 384). The former dismisses them as a threat to China while the latter implies the present…


Sub spend not so clever

Three nuclear-powered submarines is the best use those geniuses down in Canberra can come up with for $368B (yes, billion) of government spending? With those we’ll “threaten” (ha!) the world’s…






Nuclear power too risky

I feel the need to respond to your correspondent (Time to re-appraise nuclear power, CCN382). The correspondent claims renewable sources of energy (solar and wind) “do not constitute a full…



Teaching kids about politics

Recently I watched a program on TV about Asian high school students being taught about politics. Each student was asked to take on the role of being a politician and…


Nuclear power not feasible

Charles Hemmings (CCN332) ignores the problem with nuclear power more fundamental than disposal of waste. It remains a fact that Australia has no nuclear power station, not one. Furthermore, there…





Playspaces need shade cloth

Plaudits to the Council for its plans to upgrade 10 playspaces around the municipality. However it’s vital that children are protected from the sun while spending time in these fun…




Landlords squeezing coffee shops out

FORUM : What is going on? I have been driving 65kms over broken and in some instances non-existent Council roads to go shopping at the Imperial Centre in Gosford for…