Don's Profile

This blog is ultimately a black man�s observations of progress within modern society and culture at large and its supposed unintended impacts, on equity. Please pardon the lack of articulation...time constraints and general pissedoffness does that to you.. There is a particular bent towards the democracy-technology nexus. Its a more a case of what is easiest to access, what interests me, and what's partially related to what I do... On the writing front...life is Hectic. Building and sustaining a fast growing Nu Media Start Up, is a tough and gruelling gig at the best of times...so once a month is the best I can offer at this stage...however.. If you have some thoughts and they align philosophically with mine, Please ...by all means shoot it thru and lets get the word out there... Oh yeah for all you Litigation inclined MOFOS out there, The information in this weblog is provided �AS IS� with no warranties, and confers no rights. This weblog DOES NOT represent the thoughts, intentions, plans or strategies of my employer nor those of the people, institutions or organizations that I may or may not be related with unless stated explicitly.. It is solely my opinion. Feel free to challenge me, disagree with me, or tell me I�m completely nuts in the comments section of each blog entry, but I reserve the right to delete any comment for any reason whatsoever (abusive, profane, rude, or anonymous comments) - so keep it polite, please. BLOGS DISCLAIMER EMAIL COMMENTS POLICY. ----------------------------------------------- This is a personal blog. The views and opinions expressed here represent my own and not those of the people, institutions or organizations that I may or may not be related with unless stated explicitly. Also, my thoughts and opinions change from time to time as I come to learn more and develop my understanding about the things and issues that I am blogging about. This blog just provides a snapshot of the knowledge, views, and opinions that I hold at a particular point of time and these might most probably change over a period of time. I reserve the right to evolve my knowledge, thoughts, and viewpoints over time and to change them without assigning any reason. My blog includes links to other sites/blogs operated by third parties. These are provided as a means of convenient access to you to the information/opinion contained therein. I am in no way responsible for the content of any other sites or any products or services that may be offered through other sites.

Name: Don
Website URL: http://www.dodgypress.com.au
Registered: 2007-03-13 12:01:41

Publications by Don

Micro-Credit and the Grameen Foundation Australia

Events – July 22nd, 2007 by Don

Shan Ali of the Grameen Foundation Australia, explains the concept of Micro-Credit and the principles which underpin the operation of the Grameen Bank (founded by Professor Muhammad Yunus, winner of the 2006 Nobel Peace Prize).
Time: 6:30pm-8:00pm Jul 31 Cost: $3
Venue: Humanist House, 10 Shepherd St, Chippendale
Enquiries: John August www.sydneyshove.org 0419 683 353

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Australian Politics Enters the 21st Century….Belatedly….!!!

Technology – July 20th, 2007 by Don

It has been a truly fabulous week for Australia in so many ways. Well for one the Socceroos, pulled the finger out and actually played to their potential. That though, has not been, in itself momentous.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G5rT97LGmtw

The development that has been earth shattering, and timely, was the the day, the monoliths of the Australian political [...]

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Cowboys Are Looking Good

My Teams – July 20th, 2007 by Don (2 responses)

I watched the North Queensland Cowboys, and Broncos game last weekend, and was very impressed with both teams’ performances. The Matty Bowen try in that game was amazing. This guy is physically not your average NRL tank/machine. He is tiny at 175 cms, however, in terms of ability, when he plays, he leaves [...]

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Is Haneef the new Hicks….?

Bad Ideas – July 18th, 2007 by Don

Must say this is a tough call. On the face of the matter, it seems that Kevin Andrews, Phillip Ruddock and their political master, John Winston Howard, may well have overplayed their hand. Stephen Keim, Haneefs Barrister seems to be made of sterner stuff. Not only has he called their bluff, by fighting fire [...]

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Clover Moore You Are An Idiot….

The Focus – July 16th, 2007 by Don

Surely In a Day and Age, where every Politician Needing Re-Election is Crying Wolf, what is needed by the community at large is a voice of Quiet Dispassionate Calmness. Instead we get this rubbish from Clover Moore of all people.
It simply begs the question, do, Clover Moore, Phillip Ruddock, Kevin Andrews and John Howard, know [...]

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The Very Moment John Howard Lost Both A Sense of Connection and the Federal Election 2007

The Focus – July 16th, 2007 by Don

Hey Dodgypress, you are out of your mind, you may well say.
What a call, how on god’s earth do you know when exactly John Howard lost both A sense of Connection and the Federal Election 2007. Who do you think you are? A soothsayer….besides what connection are you talking about anyway. Connection to [...]

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“Sorrow Of My Native Land”

Events – July 15th, 2007 by Don

Event: Session with Bonnie Serov Author of “Sorrow Of My Native Land” - Castle Hill
Date: 17/07/2007
Description:
Bonnie Serov is a local resident with who has experienced life beyond her years. Bonnie will be sharing about her book, Sorrow of My Native Land, which is about her family’s journey as refugees as they escape from [...]

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http://www.stringmansassy.com/sms.html

Events – July 12th, 2007 by Don

I spotted this guys, Stringmansassy back home in Briz Vegas a few years back, and just stumbled across them on the Basement Site today. The basement’s site lets you listen to a clip from some of the performers. It seems that their sound has evolved somewhat. Should be a good night.
The Basement Nightclub
29 Reiby Place
Circular [...]

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