Saturday, February 15th, 2020 |
The Magpie’s long held and oft stated prediction that The Kid would take the state reins one day (the old bird has $20 riding on it from 8 years ago) could be just around the corner, according to other pundits better qualified at reading the political entrails. The ‘Pie pontificates. The biter bit: the Astonisher… View full story »
Saturday, February 8th, 2020 |
Or a petulant one, at least. Sam Cox’s lacklustre and super-relaxed mayoral campaign took another dive during the week when his judgment came into question. And just when circumstances seem to put him in the box seat. Clive keeps it in the family … Palmer’s little band of fancy dress fringe dwellers grows by one,… View full story »
Sunday, February 2nd, 2020 |
In other words, just another week like any other, except the Astonisher seems to have plumbed new depths with sloppy and irresponsible reporting on at least two fronts. But rejoice, the Daily Astonisher is getting a new editor at last. But just a sec … hold the champagne while we ask are we in for… View full story »
Sunday, January 26th, 2020 |
The Electoral Commission of Queensland will be asked if the draconian but necessary new anti-corruption laws have tripped up our mayor, who, let’s face it, has a pretty relaxed attitude towards rules … Also, one wonders what consultant came up with Mayor Mullet’s brave new world for Palmer Street, and if any ratepayers were asked… View full story »
Sunday, January 19th, 2020 |
What the hell is going on out at the Townsville Turf Club? A year-long power outage – the ‘disappearance’ of $10,000 in race day takings – a mystery ‘off-the-books’ $58,000 payment for work reportedly never done, and uncertainty about what has happened to a million dollar insurance payout. Now, an executive and a relative are… View full story »
