Archive for the 'Weird' Tag

Australiana: Bush Week

I’ve just discovered the definition and history of a famous Australianism:
Whaddya think this is? Bush Week!?
Bush Week: “A fictitious festive week when country people come to town and are easy targets for con men.”
The ABC’s Kel Richards sheds light on other terms and phrases here. (Note: Since they re-did their site, Bush Week no longer […]

Teh Bashing People

In a fine display of conservative fiscal policy, the Liberal Party have gone with a cheaper advertising strategy for the upcoming Australian federal election.

The Howard government has obviously adopted a more humble approach and has spurred a grass roots effort to attract voters to their cause. This poster of sorts was found on a street […]

Classic Star Trek featuring Clint Howard

On one of my late night web trawls I’ve found some classic Shatner action (4.3MB Quicktime) with a brilliantly memorable appearance by a very young Clint Howard, lesser known but massively more talented brother of director Ron Howard (Parenthood, Apollo 13, A Beautiful Mind).

Clint Howard is known for such classic roles as the […]

Man served at Filipino wedding reception

Some advice when attending a Filipino wedding… don’t eat the long pork special, and definitely avoid the bride’s arse.
Wedding guests eat victim