Castle In The Air

The Headboys

Had totally forgotten about The Headboys, a Scottish Power Pop band from the 80's.  One hit wonders but I thought their album was a cracker.  Check out their video "The Shape of Things to Come" (its pretty 80's naff - lots a lafs!).

Flys (Would Make A Great Wallpaper)

Think your tax supports dole bludgers? Think again!

Unless you’re earning at least $1,174 per week, you’re taking more from the tax system than you’re contributing. Or, to use Joe’s terms, at least 60% of Australians are ‘leaners’!

Read the rest of the article here: http://www.glennmurray.com.au/think-your-tax-supports-dole-bludgers-think-again/

If Dr. Who was written by Dr. Seuss

Surf guitar Dr Who theme: The Doctor Dances

Surf guitar meets the Dr Who theme music, who could ask for more?

Spotted Bowerbird Avenue-Bower

Just discovered a avenue-bower of, what I believe is, a Spotted Bowerbird (Chlamydera maculata).  Its just beside the path way to a BBQ area near my Unit.  At first I thought it was just a pile of rubbish but a closer inspection reveals a really nice bower that has obviously been well tended.  Popped out this morning to have another look and I believe I saw a couple of Spotted Bowerbirds in a tree near-bye.  Hope I didn't disturb them!

Well camouflaged, individual Spotted Bowerbirds are sometimes quite difficult to see among the vegetation. They are generally active, and though often shy, they can be quite tame near human habitation. Their presence may be indicated by their distinctive avenue-bower, which is typically built under a shrub and is often decorated with whitish, green, red or shiny objects, including bones, snail shells and berries, often including metallic and glass objects. Unlike some other species, there appears to be no preference for a particular colour when it comes to choosing these decorative objects.

More here:  http://www.graemechapman.com.au/

The Art of Frank Frazetta