Tune In!

I recently discovered this site - 1Faithfm.com - which has an awesome smogarsboard of scrumptious and uplifting music!! There are FOUR (4) live channels and one available only on broadband:

• The Hitz
• The Light
• Modern Rock (broadband only)
• Gospel
• Praise & Worship

So tantalise your ear drums today! Cheq it!!!

The Brain Drain

A brain drain or human capital flight is an emigration of trained and talented individuals ("human capital") to other nations or jurisdictions, due to conflicts, lack of opportunity, or health hazards where they are living. It parallels the term "capital flight" which refers to financial capital that is no longer invested in the country where its owner lived and earned it. Investment in higher education is lost when a trained individual leaves and does not return. Also, whatever social capital the individual has been a part of is reduced by his or her departure.

Spokesmen for the Royal Society of London coined the expression “brain drain” to describe the outflow of scientists and technologists to the United States and Canada in the early 1950s. Its counterpart is brain gain in the areas to which talent migrates. Brain drain can occur either when individuals who study abroad and complete their education do not return to their home country, or when individuals educated in their home country emigrate for higher wages or better opportunities. The second form is arguably worse, because it drains more resources from the home country.

This phenomenon is perhaps most problematic for developing nations, where it is widespread. In these countries, higher education and professional certification are often viewed as the surest path to escape from a troubled economy or difficult political situation.

Question: So, why am I writing all this?

Answer: My hometown Penang is currently experiencing this, something I endeavour to change.

Adelaide Blast!

What a week!!! The Bond University Soccer Team were in Adelaide for the Australian University Games and it was a great time!

Site of the Minute: 1Faith fm

I recently discovered this site - 1Faithfm.com - which has an awesome smogarsboard of scrumptious music!! So tantalise yer ear drums today! Cheq it!!!

A Pig's Life

Check out Bacon the pig here at Paradise Country. Ahhh... this is the life. Eat, sleep, eat, sleep...



Any takers?

Before, During & After

Seaworld was great today! Haven't been for quite awhile .. so it was fresh! Seals, dolphins, evil cartoon characters, churros, skyways, jetskis & monorail!

Before

During

After

The Show is On!

Yesterday I went to the Gold Coast show for the first time and must admit it was quite fun. There were loads of animals, kids, food and amusement. There was grading for everything - best quilt design, best chook, best fish, best artwork, best bake, best pottery, best stitchwork and best pally poultry cock!!! Haha!! Here are some pics from the day...

Cute ducklings

Noah's Barn

Me, Bree, Jockeygirl and Theodore-Rufus

Bree and the Alracas

There was a rooster, a lamb and an ewe in a barn....

Table sized village

Argh... I can't find my head!

Pally Poultry Cock - 2nd Prize Winner

Red Treasure Chest!

Kopites, the season has started...

Enjoy this to the max!

Link: LIVERPOOL GOALS

'Gonzalez!!!it's a night for debutants!!!'

You will never walk alone...

This is What Football's All About!

Mum's Chilli Plantation

My mum has recently acquired a new hobby - CHILLI PLANTING! Haha... 3 weeks ago she planted her brand new babies. Well today I had the honour of naming some of this elite group. Knowing me the names won't cause a worldwide shakeup!

Here's my first naming contribution - good ol Hazza!

Can't wait to eat em.. haha... oops... er... I mean see 'em grow!

Mobile Phone vs The Bible

Do ever wonder what would it be like if we treated our Bible like we treat our mobile phones?

o What if we carried it around in our pockets/bags?
o What if we turned back to go get it if we forgot it?
o What if we flipped through it several times a day (a minute for some)?
o What if we used it to receive messages daily?
o What if we treated it like we couldn't live without it?
o What if we used it as we travelled?
o What if we used it in case of an emergency?

So which one do you think you need more?

One thing to consider, unlike our mobile phones, we don't ever have to worry about our bible being disconnected because Jesus already paid the bill! Haha

Made my day!

As the old adage goes: A picture paints a thousand words...

Well this picture made my day...

Ahhh...

That is all.

Deal or No Deal?

So what's the story here. Will there be a divide? Will they kiss and make up?

Treasurer, Peter Costello recently alleged that Prime Minister, John Howard has gone back on a deal to hand over the leadership to him during this last term.

I guess the real question is does the Australian public really care?

What do you think? Or is this deal more of concern to you?

Weekdays 5.30pm on Channel 7!

Origin has come back home!

"Queensland, after waiting for four years, for the next 12 months this is yours!"

These words uttered by Queensland captain Darren Lockyer before lifting the State of Origin trophy will undoubtedly go down as one of the most memorable moments in origin history.

Mel Meninga's men came from 14-4 down to win 16-14 over New South Wales, in an electrifying and eventful Origin 3 for 2006. Lockyer capped if all off with an intercept from Brett Hodgson to put the ball in between the posts for the all important try to tie the game. The following conversion game Queensland the win.

What an atmosphere we had at church, as the guys and gal (Tracy we haven't forgotten you) gathered to watch an amazing game. In a sea of maroon fans there were a couple of blues supporters (ie Rick & Ashley). Ahem, ahem, Ash I guess we gonna have to shave off your hair on Sunday haha!

Origin has come to where it belongs, origin has come back to Queensland, origin has come back home!

Random pic of the moment

During my more Speedy Gonzalez days... in Byron Bay

*Pic courtesy of Reuters

Philippines Mission Trip

I was over in Manila and Tacloban for a missions trip for 2 weeks last month. It was an awesome experience - and the reason why I haven't been blogging for a long while. Check out the report here.

Album of the Week: Planetshakers - Pick It Up

Recorded Live at Vodafone Arena, Melbourne, this energetic and atmospheric double CD album features songs such as ‘Pick It Up, ‘Beautiful Saviour’ & ‘Save Australia’. You will be inspired and stirred to worship Jesus with a greater intensity and passion. It has captured the enthusiasm of a generation of people who have picked up their cross and are following after Jesus with all their hearts. Check it out!

Audio Samples: (Click title to listen)

Disc 1
1Pick It Up
2Majesty
3Never Let Me Go
4Fall In This Place
5Beautiful Saviour
6I'm Forever Yours
7God of Miracles

Disc 2
1Shout It Out
2Redeemer
3I Will Live For You
4Worship You Alone
5Forevermore
6Secret Place
7Save Australia

Tough Questions

I was asked a very good question by one of the guys at youth group recently. Question: If in the Bible ,the 6th of the Ten Commandments says, "Thou shall not kill" (Ex 20:13), why were there accounts of battles and wars in the bible? Read on

Your VIEW: What Do You Value?

I value the views of friends and readers alike. Please feel free to send in your views or articles and they could just get posted. To get the ball rolling, this week we have an article by Melissa Yeoh entitled What Do You Value?, which is within topic of our ongoing poll. Check it out

How To Live a Healthy Wholesome Life : Part I

"I aim to lose weight from now on", "I will exercise from now on." Do these lines sounds familiar to you? Don't procrastinate any longer. Act today, watch your health and live well. Find out how Part 1

Have Your Say!

Public Poll: What is the #1 priority in your life? Have your say. Vote now

Album of the Week: Anberlin - Never Take Friendship Personal

Never Take Friendship Personal is a great progression from the band's first album. Florida based, Anberlin still retains the same distinctive style between the two records and has a number of great tracks. Read the review

MyVIEW: Hillsong United - Take It All

Take it All - Track 3 off the brand new United: We Stand album. Marty Sampson, Matt Crocker and Scott Ligertwood have blessed us with another pumping song. Take It All Guitar Chords

Anfield Alert: Red Tide on the Mersey

Liverpool 3-1 Everton: Liverpool were victorious in a passionate Merseyside derby. A Phil Neville own goal, a moment of brilliance from Luis Garcia and Harry Kewell's cracker sealed the victory over the blues. Full report

Ignite In Me

Ignite In Me - Original composition by Clinton Ooi. Lyrics

Just pondering...

A complilation of random thoughts I had recently. For instance, if money doesn't grow on trees why do banks have branches? Something fun and light. Read on

Purposes Rechecked

I was hugely blessed to be able to attend the Metro Church launch at the Gold Coast Exhibition Centre 2 nights ago. Guy Sebastian, Ps Brian Houston, Shaun Hart and Jason Stevens were all there in a truly magnificent evening. Full report

One Step at a Time

Although having sung this song for many years in worship, I suddenly pondered on the lyrics of this song and realised ... What did I realise? Find out here

MyVIEW: Hillsong United - From the Inside Out

From the Inside Out by Joel Houston relates to me as a recognition that we cannot fully overcome life's challenges without God. He's our point of surrender, letting God take over. From the Inside Out Guitar Chords

Malaysian Made Me

I guess this segment is my coping mechanism for my occassional homesick blues. Today we look at the Top 10 Malay words/phrases you will need to know to survive in Malaysia.

Stat Attaq: Children & Mobiles

Amazing stats of children using mobile phones: This is a recent report on the mobile phone usage by children. Read report

Album of the Week: Hillsong United - We Stand

United's We Stand is a collection of fresh and vibrant praise and worship songs straight from the heart of the Hillsong youth church. 17 tracks of dynamic and relevant praise and worship with a bonus DVD featuring the journey of United. Check out review and audio samples.

Anfield Alert: Magnificent 7

Liverpool 7 - 0 Birmingham City: Liverpool trashed Birmingham City by 7 goals to book their place in their 22nd FA Cup semi-final. The the Merseysiders have now scored 14 goals in their last three games while recording their biggest ever away victory in the competition. Full report

WOW - Words of Wisdom by Abraham Lincoln

Abraham Lincoln once said "You cannot find prosperity by..." Find out how

Singing in the Rain!

It's been raining cats and dogs today. Seemingly Mr. SUN had called in sick and h20 has been dropping all day long. So good news for drought recovering Queensland, but bad news for the umbrella-less community... Full article

Tonight I Live

Original track by Clinton Ooi Lyrics

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