Why are there so many whinging poms here?
Oct 26th 2004, 4:10 am
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Re: Why are there so many whinging poms here?
Originally Posted by johanne
Well said Anya 
Are you both still up for the bbq at Cardinia on the 20th?
ps lettuce is 99c today at Safeway...
Are you both still up for the bbq at Cardinia on the 20th?
ps lettuce is 99c today at Safeway...
Lettuce at 99c - disgusting. I'm on the next plane back to Blighty where I can buy 50 lettuces for 20p!
Actually giant, scary sized fennel were dirt cheap last time I looked, too. Yum!
Cheers
Anya.
Oct 26th 2004, 4:40 am
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Re: Why are there so many whinging poms here?
Originally Posted by clandfam
what the hell is the problem with asking if a tv bought in the uk will work in oz?
it's not a whinge, but a credible question. same as importing a car/bike/microwave etc
it's not a whinge, but a credible question. same as importing a car/bike/microwave etc
I think the majority of this thread is saying there is no problem at all. You're right it is a credible question.......fire any questions you like. This is what the forum is all about.
Oct 26th 2004, 4:58 am
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Re: Why are there so many whinging poms here?
Perhaps we should divide the forum into two:
"The Whinging Poms forum" for those who only have negative things to say about OZ and
"The Rose Tinted Glasses Forum" for those who only have positive things to say about OZ. It would advoid alot of arguments.
"The Whinging Poms forum" for those who only have negative things to say about OZ and
"The Rose Tinted Glasses Forum" for those who only have positive things to say about OZ. It would advoid alot of arguments.
Oct 26th 2004, 5:05 am
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Re: Why are there so many whinging poms here?
Originally Posted by wombat42
Perhaps we should divide the forum into two:
"The Whinging Poms forum" for those who only have negative things to say about OZ and
"The Rose Tinted Glasses Forum" for those who only have positive things to say about OZ. It would advoid alot of arguments.
"The Whinging Poms forum" for those who only have negative things to say about OZ and
"The Rose Tinted Glasses Forum" for those who only have positive things to say about OZ. It would advoid alot of arguments.
Oct 26th 2004, 5:13 am
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Re: Why are there so many whinging poms here?
Originally Posted by wombat42
Perhaps we should divide the forum into two:
"The Whinging Poms forum" for those who only have negative things to say about OZ and
"The Rose Tinted Glasses Forum" for those who only have positive things to say about OZ. It would advoid alot of arguments.
"The Whinging Poms forum" for those who only have negative things to say about OZ and
"The Rose Tinted Glasses Forum" for those who only have positive things to say about OZ. It would advoid alot of arguments.
Anya.
Oct 26th 2004, 5:19 am
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Re: Why are there so many whinging poms here?
Originally Posted by Pollyana
I was planning to post a whole load of positive stuff this week, about last weeks Indy racing, about the week we spent in Surfers, and about my first year in Oz.
However, many of my "realistic" posts have recently been condemned as "negative and offputting", hence I am now reluctant to post anything at all about life here in case it is taken the wrong way.
I'm sure I'm not alone in this - derogatory comments about realistic posts have scared away people who would otherwise be posting lots of upbeat stuff about life here.
However, many of my "realistic" posts have recently been condemned as "negative and offputting", hence I am now reluctant to post anything at all about life here in case it is taken the wrong way.
I'm sure I'm not alone in this - derogatory comments about realistic posts have scared away people who would otherwise be posting lots of upbeat stuff about life here.
Oct 26th 2004, 5:28 am
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Re: Why are there so many whinging poms here?
Originally Posted by Pollyana
What are you going to do with the majority of forum users though, who make both types of post
Well I'd love to hear about the Indy race. I prefer the Indy to the V8s, maybe its the fantastic scenery or the girls or a bit of everything, would love to see it for real one day.
Was dissapointed Dario Franchitti wasn't racing in it this year but would really enjoy reading your account of it Polly, I take it you were working at it??
Oct 26th 2004, 5:31 am
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Re: Why are there so many whinging poms here?
Originally Posted by sunny_samantha
If however I felt really negative about our life here I wouldn't be willing to come and share this on the site - the reason being that I know a lot of people would not want to hear it and would spell that out to me. I'm not saying don't come on here and ask questions - that is what this forum is for! I looked forward to logging on here once we got our internet access sorted out but I find that I rarely do. People should be able to come on and express an opinion without always being criticised
Susan
Susan
Sounds like what you are saying is if its not good dont post it because someone wont like it
Isnt that their problem, that they cant handle australia is a real country not a flippin fantasy. So what they gonna do when they get here, wear a plastic sign saying dont upset me
Australias harsh, rough and tough so are a lot of its people and places, if people need cottonwool it may not be for them anyway. Theres only one thing that amazes me, why some people think australia is so perfect
, the last thing they really need is a heap of people who live here pussyfootin around facts to avoid upsetting them. Besides isnt that decieving them.
Oct 26th 2004, 5:47 am
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Re: Why are there so many whinging poms here?
Firstly I don't think I have my rose tinted glasses on (well possibly a bit at the moment as it is all new!) There are good things about Australia, not so good things, bad things, great things etc etc. I am merely saying that being negative about everything all of the time which is the forum seems to have headed is depressing.
I am also not saying that people will hear bad things about emigrating and then change their mind because someone moans on here! That's ridiculous, emigrating is a big decision for anyone to make and I'm sure noone would change their minds because of something a stranger or virtual stranger said to them!
I am not into supressing free speech as I have been accused of - why would I post in a forum if I felt like that?
I am simply saying that there is negativity towards people on this site when they express views that others do not like. Read back all that has been written here in this discussion alone and you will see what I mean. I have not got personal against any individual here and am disppointed that others feel they now can attack me - it kind of proves one of my points!
And yes, it does get a bit frustrating to see the same questions asked again and again - there is a search facility on this forum which I know I have used a lot...and before anyone else manages to dredge up a 'silly question' or a much repeated question on the forum, I'll admit - yes I probably have asked them!!! Incidentally I'm sure if you do a search then you'll see that a lot of people have made this point before and I agree with them!
I am also not saying that people will hear bad things about emigrating and then change their mind because someone moans on here! That's ridiculous, emigrating is a big decision for anyone to make and I'm sure noone would change their minds because of something a stranger or virtual stranger said to them!
I am not into supressing free speech as I have been accused of - why would I post in a forum if I felt like that?
I am simply saying that there is negativity towards people on this site when they express views that others do not like. Read back all that has been written here in this discussion alone and you will see what I mean. I have not got personal against any individual here and am disppointed that others feel they now can attack me - it kind of proves one of my points!
And yes, it does get a bit frustrating to see the same questions asked again and again - there is a search facility on this forum which I know I have used a lot...and before anyone else manages to dredge up a 'silly question' or a much repeated question on the forum, I'll admit - yes I probably have asked them!!! Incidentally I'm sure if you do a search then you'll see that a lot of people have made this point before and I agree with them!
Oct 26th 2004, 5:55 am
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Re: Why are there so many whinging poms here?
If you feel negative then GO SOMEWHERE ELSE AND ANNOY OTHER PEOPLE.
I am not into supressing free speech as I have been accused of - why would I post in a forum if I felt like that?
The following comes to mind as people have invested so much emotionally.
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Oct 26th 2004, 6:10 am
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Re: Why are there so many whinging poms here?
Originally Posted by bondipom
mmmm
The following comes to mind as people have invested so much emotionally.
The following comes to mind as people have invested so much emotionally.
Dont suppose you could do the australian version of that cartoon.
For the non cotton wool inclined its sticking your head up your own Ars*.
One for the aussie phrase book
Oct 26th 2004, 6:10 am
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Re: Why are there so many whinging poms here?
Originally Posted by sunny_samantha
Firstly I don't think I have my rose tinted glasses on (well possibly a bit at the moment as it is all new!) There are good things about Australia, not so good things, bad things, great things etc etc. I am merely saying that being negative about everything all of the time which is the forum seems to have headed is depressing.
I am also not saying that people will hear bad things about emigrating and then change their mind because someone moans on here! That's ridiculous, emigrating is a big decision for anyone to make and I'm sure noone would change their minds because of something a stranger or virtual stranger said to them!
I am not into supressing free speech as I have been accused of - why would I post in a forum if I felt like that?
I am simply saying that there is negativity towards people on this site when they express views that others do not like. Read back all that has been written here in this discussion alone and you will see what I mean. I have not got personal against any individual here and am disppointed that others feel they now can attack me - it kind of proves one of my points!
And yes, it does get a bit frustrating to see the same questions asked again and again - there is a search facility on this forum which I know I have used a lot...and before anyone else manages to dredge up a 'silly question' or a much repeated question on the forum, I'll admit - yes I probably have asked them!!! Incidentally I'm sure if you do a search then you'll see that a lot of people have made this point before and I agree with them!
I am also not saying that people will hear bad things about emigrating and then change their mind because someone moans on here! That's ridiculous, emigrating is a big decision for anyone to make and I'm sure noone would change their minds because of something a stranger or virtual stranger said to them!
I am not into supressing free speech as I have been accused of - why would I post in a forum if I felt like that?
I am simply saying that there is negativity towards people on this site when they express views that others do not like. Read back all that has been written here in this discussion alone and you will see what I mean. I have not got personal against any individual here and am disppointed that others feel they now can attack me - it kind of proves one of my points!
And yes, it does get a bit frustrating to see the same questions asked again and again - there is a search facility on this forum which I know I have used a lot...and before anyone else manages to dredge up a 'silly question' or a much repeated question on the forum, I'll admit - yes I probably have asked them!!! Incidentally I'm sure if you do a search then you'll see that a lot of people have made this point before and I agree with them!
Originally Posted by sunny_samantha
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If you feel negative then GO SOMEWHERE ELSE AND ANNOY OTHER PEOPLE.
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if you are not committed to the move then why spend your time moaning here - stay in Whinging Pom land!!!!
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Our point is how negative and whinging this site is with people moaning about a variety of things. Look at the posts for the past week to see what I mean. Also about the whole 'will my tv work' type question - when I had a question like that I tried the search mechanism or google etc...as I've already said my pet hates are whinging
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We find that there are too many people on this site who are bitter becasue either they are not here yet or because they have returned to the UK because of partners /families views. These are the people who need to move on and get out.
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I was NOT saying that those people should get out of Australia but that they should think twice about what they post on this site and if all they can offer is negativity then perhaps they should get out of the site!!!!
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If you feel negative then GO SOMEWHERE ELSE AND ANNOY OTHER PEOPLE.
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if you are not committed to the move then why spend your time moaning here - stay in Whinging Pom land!!!!
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Our point is how negative and whinging this site is with people moaning about a variety of things. Look at the posts for the past week to see what I mean. Also about the whole 'will my tv work' type question - when I had a question like that I tried the search mechanism or google etc...as I've already said my pet hates are whinging
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We find that there are too many people on this site who are bitter becasue either they are not here yet or because they have returned to the UK because of partners /families views. These are the people who need to move on and get out.
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I was NOT saying that those people should get out of Australia but that they should think twice about what they post on this site and if all they can offer is negativity then perhaps they should get out of the site!!!!
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Luckily... most of us here are grownies & can make our own minds up about what we'd like to read on this forum.
For me, that's *everyone's* views, good and bad (even yours!). We don't need our very own Mary Whitehouse-style nanny, trying to censor other people's views, thanks! FWIW, I would fight just as hard for your right to post the bigotry quoted above - I believe we should ALL have our say.
Polly, please post the 12 month 'State of the Nation' ASAP - from this thread: it seems many of us would like to read it.
Newbies - keep those 'TV' questions coming - AFAIC, you're very welcome to ask them.
Anya.
Oct 26th 2004, 6:26 am
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Re: Why are there so many whinging poms here?
I believe I've proved my point! Very supportive reply! Check the word 'bigot' out in a dictionary also...! Time to wind this thread up I think...
Oct 26th 2004, 6:28 am
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Re: Why are there so many whinging poms here?
Originally Posted by anya4oz
Just a few of bigoted_samantha's views, as expressed earlier in this thread:
Polly, please post the 12 month 'State of the Nation' ASAP - from this thread: it seems many of us would like to read it.
Anya.
Polly, please post the 12 month 'State of the Nation' ASAP - from this thread: it seems many of us would like to read it.
Anya.
Oct 26th 2004, 6:35 am
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Re: Why are there so many whinging poms here?
I think people, Sam included, are confusing a whinging Pom attitude with someone who wants to know something, or
is having a blip. I hate the well known whinging Pom attitude too, (although there aren't many with this) but don't begrudge the people in a bit of a fix or need
info. One thing I have always said is attitude really seems to be a key over here, and whilst having it does not automatically
solve things, it can't be a bad thing. I am lucky in that I like Australia culture and attitudes but always knew all the problems.
BM
is having a blip. I hate the well known whinging Pom attitude too, (although there aren't many with this) but don't begrudge the people in a bit of a fix or need
info. One thing I have always said is attitude really seems to be a key over here, and whilst having it does not automatically
solve things, it can't be a bad thing. I am lucky in that I like Australia culture and attitudes but always knew all the problems.
BM