John Orr of Wahroonga and Judith Rostron of Killarney Heights both agree that the idea of AUKUS biscuits is great, but they joke about the long wait time of six or more years for them to come out of the oven. Jim Pollitt of Wahroonga suggests adding Vegemite, Marmite, Nutella, and miso to the mix for added flavor. There is also a discussion about the correct term for the Kokoda Track or Trail, with reports that in 1957, the word was officially changed to Kokoda Trail by the Battles Nomenclature Committee. Tom Wilmot of Hunters Hill questions the change in the Oath from “we shall remember them” to “we will remember them.” Jeff Evans of Cambewarra reminisces about the price rise of a middy from 11 pence to a shilling in ’65 and how it affected patrons and bar staff.
Ralph Sadler of Lane Cove recalls Decimal Currency Day in 1966 when $1 of the new coin bought a shout of six schooners of beer for 15c each, with change left over. Manbir Singh Kohli of Pemulwuy recommends using the ISS Live Now app to watch live feeds from inside and outside the International Space Station, including spacewalks and views of Earth from space. George Manojlovic of Mangerton jokes about a moonshine called African Lion, calling it a “roarer” that puts hairs on the chest. Warwick Sherman of Huntleys Point suggests recycling unwanted Velodromes from cycling studios like Houston’s Ryde Heights.
In summary, the discussion revolves around humorous takes on the idea of AUKUS biscuits and the addition of various ingredients to the mix. There is also a debate about the correct term for the Kokoda Track or Trail, as well as a question about the change in the Oath from “we shall remember them” to “we will remember them.” The memories of price rises and currency changes in the past, as well as the unique offerings of the ISS Live Now app and a moonshine called African Lion, provide a mix of nostalgia and humor in the responses. Lastly, the idea of recycling unwanted Velodromes from cycling studios sparks creativity and humor in the conversation.
