When you see a sign saying Don't Feed the Baboons, it means don't feed the baboons, but there's always some moron who reckons that the law doesn't apply to him. Baboons are protected in South Africa. You can't shoot them, but they really need protection from the … [Read more...] about Fred the Baboon gets the chop
My Famous Fishcakes
For over 50 years my fishcakes have been served up to thousands, from fussy children to their constantly-dieting mothers (modern women want to be gaunt). Even Gough Whitlam has munched on a couple of my fish cakes. The best way to use up leftover mashed … [Read more...] about My Famous Fishcakes
Extreme Bovine Bravado
It's just as well that Thorpie is returning to the pool for sprint events only, because Australian distance swimming has a bright new star . . . Danette the wonder cow. Danette, a Murray Grey, survived an epic 95km swim during the January floods. After being swept … [Read more...] about Extreme Bovine Bravado
Easter Chocolate
I'm going to make an absolutely over the top chocolate cake this Easter and amaze the grandkids with my prowess. Just sponge cake, chocolate icing and a few chocolate Easter Eggs plonked on the top. Fantastico! Simple enough. I can buy a sponge cake, they sell them … [Read more...] about Easter Chocolate
Pensioners and Police Clash
Greek Pensioners have more guts than my compatriots. Angry Pensioner Protesters clash with police in Greece. I don't blame them. … [Read more...] about Pensioners and Police Clash
Let’s go Dancing
After I mentioned the Playgrounds for Pensioners that are popping up all over the place, I received a charming letter from Frank, who would like to take me dancing. I may not be up to my old dancing style, Frank, indeed if I can even make it onto the dance floor, but … [Read more...] about Let’s go Dancing