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Originally posted by Whale Whale wrote:

Originally posted by VSP. VSP. wrote:

Originally posted by Whale Whale wrote:

...... I don't begrudge others doing what they like 
and yet you seem to begrudge us holding a differing opinion to yourself Cry

I admit your small minded carping and the way the truth came out, not respect for the fires' victims etc just that you don't like fireworks and have always looked upon them as a waste of money. Hiding behind the tragedy of Australia burning is a pretty low act IMO

 Fishfinger obviously swallowed his sourpuss pill, this morning. 
 
 I bloody hate the fireworks every year...but this year was disrespectful...

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Originally posted by VSP. VSP. wrote:

Originally posted by Whale Whale wrote:

I admit your small minded carping and the way the truth came out, not respect for the fires' victims etc just that you don't like fireworks and have always looked upon them as a waste of money. Hiding behind the tragedy of Australia burning is a pretty low act IMO

wow - now that is below the belt even for you whale. On that note I'll leave you to your petty small minded 'victory' or however you view your nasty insults.
Please dont bother to interact with me on the forums any further, I can't deal with your level of nasty.


Can't see how I insulted you but I guess an insult is in the eye of the subject. In that case I apolgise
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Originally posted by oneonesit oneonesit wrote:

Dont be too hard on him VSP - he is actually a half decent bloke. Its just when he gets on the bad point of his cycle that he struggles.

hint oneone, if you are trying to suck up to females making misogynist statements may not help your cause Wink
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I think you missed the point Whale. I was more trying to get up your nose than suck up to VSP
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Originally posted by jujuno jujuno wrote:

Originally posted by Dr E Dr E wrote:

Can't beat fireworks, people love them too!Thumbs Up

 nothing worse than a nark...strum the banjo, Doc...

 (what a bore you've become...)Broken Heart

Why the aversion to the facts?

We have Vivid every year, and people like that as well ... but they come out for the fireworks in huge numbers ... sorry to upset you.Ouch
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Originally posted by oneonesit oneonesit wrote:

I think you missed the point Whale. I was more trying to get up your nose than suck up to VSP

gosh I missed that Shocked
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Originally posted by VSP. VSP. wrote:

Very hard to quantify that Whale - can anyone be 100% accurate that is it FIREWORKS themselves that drive the NYE spending? Would a laser show or drone show for that matter not also bring the big bucks in? And what if all central NYE celebrations were suspended, can anyone know for sure whether the same money might be spent elsewhere on NYE celebrations anyway.
The only way to see if an alternative might work for far less cost is to try it.Heck it may even bring in more tourist / visitor dollars because it is a change.

It's a public service VSP ... it helps satisfy the cravings of the pyromaniacs, reducing the risk of fires. 

Lasers simply don't stack up.
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Tourists are going to flock to the harbour city for New year on the harbour and they wouldnt care if it was fireworks, laser, drones, or candles.  As long as they got a show.
How do you know how the cost of a laser show would compare to fireworks ? 
But, the financial benefit to who, exactly ?  Not those west of the great divide I dont think.


Lot's more will come for the Fireworks ... it is also a Global event ... after the poxy NZ NYE Celebrations - with a couple of Sparklers, a Catherine Wheel and some throwdowns - the World tunes in with bated breath to see The Greatest Pyrotechnic Show on Earth! ... it will always be Fireworks, because that's what people want and expect.

The cost is irrelevant, the economic benefit JUST from the event is 20 fold ... and the WHOLE country benefits from the Global Exposure ... cheapest advertising spend in the history of the country.Thumbs Up
In reference to every post in the Trump thread ... "There may have been a tiny bit of license taken there" ... Ok, Thanks for the "heads up" PT!
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Originally posted by ExceedAndExcel ExceedAndExcel wrote:

I really don’t know whether or not the benefits outweigh the costs, that’s for someone with actual data to determine. But the cost argument is a furphy because if it’s a waste of money this year then it is a waste of money EVERY year.

That's true, and it is a huge money spinner and virtually free advertising globally, not just for Sydney, but the whole nation.

When you consider that we are spending $15 million on the latest tourism campaign featuring Kylie, and it will won't be seen outside the UK, it is almost free ... 
In reference to every post in the Trump thread ... "There may have been a tiny bit of license taken there" ... Ok, Thanks for the "heads up" PT!
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*it will not be seen outside the UK
In reference to every post in the Trump thread ... "There may have been a tiny bit of license taken there" ... Ok, Thanks for the "heads up" PT!
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Originally posted by VSP. VSP. wrote:

Originally posted by Whale Whale wrote:

I admit your small minded carping and the way the truth came out, not respect for the fires' victims etc just that you don't like fireworks and have always looked upon them as a waste of money. Hiding behind the tragedy of Australia burning is a pretty low act IMO

wow - now that is below the belt even for you whale. On that note I'll leave you to your petty small minded 'victory' or however you view your nasty insults.
Please dont bother to interact with me on the forums any further, I can't deal with your level of nasty.


Dont worry about his opinion, VSP.  I just laugh him off.   Who cares what he thinks anyway ?LOL
He knows about carping, in case you hadnt noticed, on many other subjects Cool
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Yes, my point too.  Its rude, and shows no empathy at all.  Sending money up in smoke , when so many other caring people are putting their hand in the pocket to try and help the human and animal victims. 
As VSP says, its just plain insensitive.  Not to mention waste of money, and pollution. 
Have you donated Whale ?  Or are you too sour , and just enjoy potting others ?
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not really your concern but since you ask, yes I have. A four figure amount.



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Are you sure you can spare it ?  Ermm Dont leave yourself short .
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Are you sure you can spare it ?  Ermm Dont leave yourself short .

It is a hardship but I will forego the next 4 dinners to make it up.

Pity though, I do enjoy baked beans on toast
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What sort of person questions people over whether and how much they do or should they donate or not? Dead
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What sort of person questions people over whether and how much they do or should they donate or not? Dead

it is rather crass, I was very disappointed with her Cry
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Oh BS, Whale, you expected it when you posted that.  LOL  You knew I wouldnt resist having a crack,,,,,admit it Wink
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Oh BS, Whale, you expected it when you posted that.  LOL  You knew I wouldnt resist having a crack,,,,,admit it Wink

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