The airline had a policy that required the first officer to stand at the door while the passengers exited, smile, and give them a - 'Thanks for flying XYZ airline'. An airline pilot on this particular flight hammered his plane into the runway really hard. In light of his bad landing, he had difficulty looking the passengers in the eye, all the time he thought that a passenger would have a smart comment. However, it seemed that all the passengers were too shell shocked to say anything. Finally, everyone had gotten off except for this little old lady walking with a cane. She said, 'Sonny, mind if I ask you a question?' Why no Ma'am,' said the pilot, 'What is it', the little old lady said, 'D

It's very important to file error free tax Return to avoid future problems. Here are the most common errors and misconceptions that we encounter: Not declaring all your income The tax office now receives much of your income information electronically from third parties, including most institutions that pay interest and dividends, foreign income from overseas tax offices, PAYG summaries from employers and pension payments. This information is used to match what is declared in tax returns. If the income declared is not the same as the income matched, the tax office will query the difference. The items of income that are most commonly omitted are capital gains (from the sale of shares or proper

A customer ordered a cup of coffee in a restaurant! The waiter served the coffee. The customer found a fly in the coffee. He called the waiter. Customer: How do I drink this coffee! Waiter: Don’t you know how to drink a coffee? Customer: Waiter, see, there is a fly in my coffee. Waiter: Oh yes sir, you are right! There is a fly in your coffee. Customer: Waiter, I said, there is a fly in MMY coffee (He stressed the word MY) Waiter: Oh don’t worry sir, the fly won’t drink much! Customer: Waiter, it is swimming in my coffee. Waiter: Sir, do you want me to get a lifeguard for the fly sir? (Annoyed) Customer: the fly dead, it’s irritating! Waiter: I guess, it doesn’t know how to

A fatter paycheck, more vacation days and regular pats on the back are simply not enough to fully inspire your best talent. And companies rarely grow when their workforce shrinks. In fact, those that are heavily reliant on the relationships and skills of their most talented employees risk financial ruin when they neglect their top performers. How can you manage and retain your most gifted workers? Here are five tips. 1. Create opportunities for personal growth. Intelligent professionals play the long game: Instead of chasing money, they actively seek out ways to grow that will lead more naturally to greater financial reward. As the employer, you can take advantage of this trend. Place your h

Block the traffic noise, mask it or both? Here are some great ways to get a deep sleep, from investment in plants and walls, to quick fixes and tweaks that work like a dream. Create a sound barrier If you’re planning to stay in your property for a long time, or looking to sell or rent in the near future, you might want a permanent fix to the traffic noise. Insulation provided by a high wall, backed up with a dense hedge, is a great long-term plan. Local and state councils often have restrictions and guidelines for fencing, so please check first to make sure your planned changes are permitted. However, your well-designed fencing and slow-growing privet’s good work will be undone if you don’t

Renovating while expecting: canny timing or a serious case of total insanity? Understand the pros and cons and then decide if is this the right move for you. It’s all in the timing Your timeline is crucial – both of them. What’s the deadline for delivery of your reno and what’s your other delivery date? Before you choose your reno dates, take into account what you’ll need to work around. For instance, it’s easier to live without a kitchen in summer – think salads, barbecues and picnics – but you may need to be more flexible as tradies often take summer holidays. Also consider the climate where you live. Renovating through the rainy months is hard enough, especially if you’re in the southern

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Privacy, security, beautification – there are plenty of reasons why you might choose to fence your property. Understand what your options are and how to choose the right fence. Why fence? You might want to keep your dog, or kids, securely inside. Or maybe you want to keep others out. Fencing can conceal a less-than-attractive streetscape. It can also be vital when you want to maintain a friendly distance from your neighbours. If you’re selling or renting out your property, you might simply want to boost your property’s ‘kerb appeal’ – the first impression your house gives to the outside world. Once you’re clear on exactly what you want to achieve with your new fence, choosing the style and m

While it might seem intimidating, restumping your house doesn’t need to be a nightmare. Keep your cool and understand what you need to know to find a good contractor, and you can get the job done with a minimum of stress. Does your house need restumping? Are there cracks in your plaster walls? Is your floor uneven? Do your doors and windows stick? Does your glassware clink merrily on the shelf every time someone walks past? Your house may need some stump love, so it’s time to call in the experts. Unless your property is built on a concrete slab, most houses need restumping at some stage. Older houses are built on timber stumps, which can last anywhere from 15 to 80 years, depending on a vari