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Post by Banjo on Aug 8, 2013 11:46:08 GMT 7
Members are advised to be careful posting foreign news stories, not only here but on any internet site. We've gone to a lot of trouble getting some of you people the DSP portability to travel and live where you please and I'd hate to see your choices restricted over a few careless opinions on intolerant governments. A lot of the countries we have come to love are full of beautiful people but some of those who govern them aren't. Enjoy the lifestyle, keep out of local politics. www.chiangraitimes.com/news/18276.html
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Post by baranghope on Aug 8, 2013 12:27:11 GMT 7
Indeed Banjo: mandatory viewing, the film "The Year Of Living Dangerously", Peter Weir based on a Koch novel, 1982, set in 1965. Still a wonderful film about being careful in SE Asia. Watched it for the first time last night.
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Post by Banjo on Aug 8, 2013 12:45:52 GMT 7
Set in Indonesia I recall.
I don't think geography matters here; be careful where ever you go, and if you have a personal drum to beat, keep a suitcase packed.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 8, 2013 13:51:13 GMT 7
i don't know anything about overseas politics,or about aus for that matter,but i have been watching the news and i have not noticed any thing about what's going on in Thailand, thought that a bit strange,all we are getting here is the election,and unemployment hype,
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Post by Deleted on Aug 8, 2013 13:53:54 GMT 7
and banjo,i didn't relies you were in your land of choice until last night,good to see mate enjoy.
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Post by Denis-NFA on Aug 8, 2013 20:14:17 GMT 7
Whenever and wherever you are overseas always remember that Australia will be judged by your words and actions.
Good point to make Banjo.
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Post by Banjo on Dec 12, 2013 12:44:03 GMT 7
I see there are a lot expats publicly putting in their two bobs worth on the current situation in Thailand. Be warned, very little is how it seems or is reported on expat forums. Don't let this be you.
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Post by Banjo on Oct 3, 2016 9:33:28 GMT 7
Both The Philippines and Thailand are politically off the rails now. I'm not saying that this forum is read specifically by overseas governments but plenty are. Watch what you say in the open forum.
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Post by Banjo on Oct 12, 2016 17:09:15 GMT 7
Our people all over Thailand are warned to take great care over the next few days. A major event, those that live here will know what I'm talking about, is very near if overseas news sources are to be relied on. No one can predict what the reaction of the Thai people will be, don't take any chances at all.
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Post by nomadic on Oct 12, 2016 19:09:35 GMT 7
If it's about what i think it is and i'm not sure it is but a thai told me today it may take 5 years to announce after the actual event. SSSHHHH.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 13, 2016 4:20:29 GMT 7
Seen for first time this morning, Aljazeera 4.00am. SSSHHHH%#
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Post by Banjo on Oct 13, 2016 19:28:52 GMT 7
The death of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand has now been officially announced. I strongly recommend that all members in the country keep a respectful demeanor in public and if possible avoid public discussions on the matter. RIP
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Post by Banjo on Oct 14, 2016 7:24:31 GMT 7
The following travel advice has changed or been added. * Thailand smartraveller.gov.au/Countries/asia/south-east/Pages/thailand.aspxCurrent Advice Level: High degree of caution Latest update: The Thai Government has announced the passing of His Majesty, the King of Thailand. Understand that this is a time of deep mourning and sensitivity for Thai people. You should abide by local laws and respect Thai customs at this time. Dress and behave appropriately. Be aware that there may be some disruption of normal commercial and public services in the country during the mourning period. Australian diplomatic missions in Thailand may close during the mourning period. Australians in need of urgent consular assistance can call the Australian Embassy in Bangkok on +66 2 344 6507 (8.30 am to 4.30pm weekdays) or after hours call the 24 hour Consular Emergency Centre in Canberra on +61 2 6261 3305. The level of our advice has not changed. We continue to advise Australians to exercise a high degree of caution in Thailand. Higher levels apply in some parts of the country.
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Post by nomadic on Oct 2, 2017 8:20:47 GMT 7
More far serious travel advice. As i had to stopover on my way to oz i was FORCED to stay in a 3 star hotel. Was half price of back backer place in Oz so i said why not. I asked if breakfast was included and she said no. So i said good as not had breakfast in 6 months. Only 2 black coffees and really seeing results on 16 8 diet. So i bartered the price down and as i walked away she said, we give you free breakfast also. So just had beans, eggs, bacon followed by french toast with 2 black coffees. So 2 Morals of story. 1 i am as weak as a politicians sometimes even if it does only affect me. 2. the buffet breakfast is not your friend. And to follow even hostel in Mel gives free bottomless pancakes and syrup for breakfast. 6 months good work undone in 2 weeks. This is a really serious travel warning.
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Post by latindancer on Aug 7, 2018 17:41:28 GMT 7
Chemicals in food are a big issue in Thailand. Paraquat is still used ! Now Banjo and whoever else lives up that way can be all healthy. Chiang Rai to open chemical-free vegetable and fruit market in 2019 7 Aug 2018 Chiang Rai province is set to open the largest market for fresh fruit and vegetables in the upper part of the northern Thailand next year. Permanent Secretary of Chiang Rai Samrit Sawamipak said during a press conference today at Le Meridien Chiang Rai Resort, that the market would help local farmers in the province become more competitive and maintain the prices of locally grown fresh fruit and vegetables. Samrit also believes Chiang Rai will become known regionally as a center of organic produce since the market, also known as Talad Lan Muang, will only sell chemical-free fresh produce. Napintorn Srisanpang, the President of the Ratchaburi Central Vegetable and Fruit Market, said today the opening of such a market in Chiang Rai was due to the fact there is over two million rai of farmland, and given the proximity of the province to Laos and Myanmar, Chiang Rai could potentially become a distribution center for fresh vegetables and fruit to these nations. It is also expected that up to 10,000 tons of vegetables and fruit will be delivered and distributed via the center daily. Jianghai Market Plc Executive Director Wisarn Techateerawat said that in addition to organic produce, Talad Lan Muang will also sell locally made goods in the hope of attracting tourists from other provinces. The market, which will be located on a 160 rai- plot of land at Mae Korn Intersection, will open next year. The construction will cost around 2 billion baht. thainews.prd.go.th/website_en/news/news_detail/WNECO6108070010006
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