Here endeth the honeymoon.
Time is up Chester; it’s time to go to work now. There’s a little job which needs to be done and it’s urgent. TRANSPORT all flavours, is in a mess and we believe it’s on your to-do list, as ‘the’ minister.
Aviation – such as it is, languishes in desperate need of attention, despite what the department ‘advisors’ may whisper to you over another round of tea and biscuits. We are not talking about aircraft flying here, but the seriously big money from the public purse which gets burnt by the cart load, to keep the officers of the so called ‘safety watchdogs’ warm and cosy.
Air Services Australia (ASA) are heading for a multi billion spending spree; there are some big, dark clouds hanging over that event. Hints of all manner of scandal and rorts and the benefit to the public, who pay for all this is marginal, to say the least. This before dealing with the dreadful standard of management of the agency; for instance the appointment of the new CEO before the audit is complete and all that entails should be keeping you awake at night. If that doesn’t do it, think about the dreadful state air traffic control is in; have a talk to the troops at the coal face for the real picture, they will make you a cuppa, set you straight and may even be able to provide sane, cost effective solutions.
ATSB; are the crowd who not only investigate accidents but provide reports and recommendations to make sure preventable accidents do not reoccur: in theory. Can’t speak for other forms of transport, but in the small world of aviation they are a standing international joke which causes embarrassment. They have placed the government in an untenable position with regard to MH 370 which can only end in tears and further disrepute. Once again the whisperers have filled ministerial ears with nonsense and platitudes; research Pel-Air and get an advance copy of the re workshopped second report. This will give you an inkling of the how, where, why and who partially destroyed Australia’s reputation and is hell bent on finishing the task as the scabs are torn off the MH 370 debacle.
CASA; will make you earn your keep. Three decades of time, money, effort, blood, sweat and tears have been spent attempting to reform this ridiculous department – to no avail. Despite good, solid advice from many reputable sources, countless inquiries, commissions, and the millions spent in the attempt; nothing has changed, not for the better anyway. The solution is simple enough; the Kiwi’s did it with great success for a fraction of Australia’s expenditure. That nation is enjoying the benefits of someone with the balls to scrap the system and start over again. They did it once; and, did it properly. Yet an endless stream of Australia politicians have chosen to ignore the problem, which will not go away. Money is not the answer.
There are some other small issues which need attention, such as infrastructure, airports and the like but why worry about them when photo opportunities at tea parties abound and twitter is such a useful, feel good election tool.
Why worry about boats, trains, trucks and aeroplanes when there are so many hands to be shook, backs to be patted, kiddies to be pawed and all the fun of the fair to be had. I am sure the independent truck owner drivers, those not stuck in traffic snarls along with the unemployed Australian seamen, will join the train drivers and pilots of the country in saying welcome to the transport portfolio. Now get off your arse, stop pissing about with happy snaps and fluffy spin on twitter and lets get things sorted out. NOW would be good.
The clock is ticking – Will you be Minister, minister or minuscule? That is the question. No doubt it will be answered soon enough. Turn the big lamp on GD, lets see just what we are getting for our money, the last couple we bought were useless, this time we pay close attention.
Toot toot.
Time is up Chester; it’s time to go to work now. There’s a little job which needs to be done and it’s urgent. TRANSPORT all flavours, is in a mess and we believe it’s on your to-do list, as ‘the’ minister.
Aviation – such as it is, languishes in desperate need of attention, despite what the department ‘advisors’ may whisper to you over another round of tea and biscuits. We are not talking about aircraft flying here, but the seriously big money from the public purse which gets burnt by the cart load, to keep the officers of the so called ‘safety watchdogs’ warm and cosy.
Air Services Australia (ASA) are heading for a multi billion spending spree; there are some big, dark clouds hanging over that event. Hints of all manner of scandal and rorts and the benefit to the public, who pay for all this is marginal, to say the least. This before dealing with the dreadful standard of management of the agency; for instance the appointment of the new CEO before the audit is complete and all that entails should be keeping you awake at night. If that doesn’t do it, think about the dreadful state air traffic control is in; have a talk to the troops at the coal face for the real picture, they will make you a cuppa, set you straight and may even be able to provide sane, cost effective solutions.
ATSB; are the crowd who not only investigate accidents but provide reports and recommendations to make sure preventable accidents do not reoccur: in theory. Can’t speak for other forms of transport, but in the small world of aviation they are a standing international joke which causes embarrassment. They have placed the government in an untenable position with regard to MH 370 which can only end in tears and further disrepute. Once again the whisperers have filled ministerial ears with nonsense and platitudes; research Pel-Air and get an advance copy of the re workshopped second report. This will give you an inkling of the how, where, why and who partially destroyed Australia’s reputation and is hell bent on finishing the task as the scabs are torn off the MH 370 debacle.
CASA; will make you earn your keep. Three decades of time, money, effort, blood, sweat and tears have been spent attempting to reform this ridiculous department – to no avail. Despite good, solid advice from many reputable sources, countless inquiries, commissions, and the millions spent in the attempt; nothing has changed, not for the better anyway. The solution is simple enough; the Kiwi’s did it with great success for a fraction of Australia’s expenditure. That nation is enjoying the benefits of someone with the balls to scrap the system and start over again. They did it once; and, did it properly. Yet an endless stream of Australia politicians have chosen to ignore the problem, which will not go away. Money is not the answer.
There are some other small issues which need attention, such as infrastructure, airports and the like but why worry about them when photo opportunities at tea parties abound and twitter is such a useful, feel good election tool.
Why worry about boats, trains, trucks and aeroplanes when there are so many hands to be shook, backs to be patted, kiddies to be pawed and all the fun of the fair to be had. I am sure the independent truck owner drivers, those not stuck in traffic snarls along with the unemployed Australian seamen, will join the train drivers and pilots of the country in saying welcome to the transport portfolio. Now get off your arse, stop pissing about with happy snaps and fluffy spin on twitter and lets get things sorted out. NOW would be good.
The clock is ticking – Will you be Minister, minister or minuscule? That is the question. No doubt it will be answered soon enough. Turn the big lamp on GD, lets see just what we are getting for our money, the last couple we bought were useless, this time we pay close attention.
Toot toot.