The consumer's guide to Christmas

Article Abstract:

A humorous commentary on the traditions of the holiday season in Australia is presented. The media is filled with articles denouncing the traditional Christmas feast and suggesting Asian or seafood alternatives. Road crews begin work that makes holiday travel a nightmare. The government warns against overuse of credit cards while forecasting a Christmas retailing boom.

Christmas

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Tools of the trade

Article Abstract:

A satire on Australian politics, environmental protection policies and spending on Telstra is presented. It includes a humorous suggestion for a new procedure for selecting a president and a proposal for a glass-covered site for viewing the sex lives of hermaphrodite earthworms.

Political satire, Political satires

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Stirred but never shaken

Article Abstract:

This article takes a sardonically humorous look at foreign ministers, including Australia's Alexander Downer. Relevant points include satirical comments on Australia's impending vote on whether to become a republic.

Diplomats

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