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Old 01-11-2005, 11:37 AM   #10
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RED_EL_XR8... An unlikely ally!

But back on topic - What's so good about the bloody Melbourne Cup? It doesn't involve any Australian traditions like shooting roo's or drinking VB or playing beach cricket...
Greenmachine, you seem to have the mistaken impression that the melbourne cup is actually about horse racing?

Your synopsis of all things Australian has omitted one of Australia's most renowned habits.... GAMBLING!!!

The average per head for a year's worth of gambling on G-G's is around $2 per week and i'd wager that 99% of this goes on the melbourne cup. Been down to the TAB this morning? I was in line for 45 minutes... but do you think anyone really cares about the race, or the other 8 (9?) races on at flemington today??

Also - if you have a grievance with all the young ladies getting around in short skirts/dresses and minimalist tops (no matter which city you're in, this occurs on the 1st tuesday of November!)... well sir, i suggest you develop an appreciation for the simple things in life!

*4.9 EF lets phone call to Melbourne office ring out and grudgingly goes back to work*
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