Poke! What I've read today! (20th August 2011)

The entry for today isn't really in the main news category, but something I find quite interesting to read!

Wildlife getting close to Brisbane residents [Courier Mail]

Back in Hong Kong, the only place to see wildlife and getting up close to nature is by travelling to forest parks and country zones, but in the cityscapes of Hong Kong you would only see little sparrows and pigeons and that's it. Not much more to peek on while you're having a tea out at the street. But here in Brisbane, it's another story. I found there are so many things to look at even in the city, like crows, magpies, and some more interesting birds. While travelling a bit outside to the northern suburbs like Narangba, there are even peacocks, bandicoots and turkeys at my friend's yard! I felt so close to the nature where wildlife are just within your sight. Some people though, don't really want any disturbance from the animals so they decided to drop them away from their habitat making them starve and suffer. I think having wildlife so close to residence is a very special feature of Australia, where not every part of the world has the same in their countries, and for me it's a good thing!

Rising building reshapes suburb views [Courier Mail]

I like Brisbane, but I don't really like the city, because simply, I don't like crowds. And since I don't like crowds, I prefer living far away from the city just to escape the noise and traffic. A new high-rise is now under construction in the Brisbane city and the skyline has changed because of it. The Soleil was the newest addition to the 'skyscrapers' in Brisbane and it is the highest building under construction at the moment. An absolute view is now become a talking point for the suburb people where they found it amazing and they think the building adds a special significance to their houses's view because they can see the skyline even though their houses are located outside the CBD. Well, personally I don't really mind having a needle stuck out into the sky, but maybe it's just me who prefers not having that to be included in my plato's scenery. I just wanted to escape the city view and yet the high rise is giving me another thought that I'm included in the city's border. Well, maybe next time if I need to buy a house, I'll choose ones that face all directions except the city.

Watching TV shortens your life? [Brisbane Times]

Aha, looks like parents will have another reason to get the kids away from Teles thanks to a study reveals that for every hour an adult spends watching TV their life expectancy shortens by almost 22 minutes. What I believe is, from not moving in the sofa for 6 hours doing nothing is a complete waste of time so I don't really do it. But the other thing I'm thinking is what about people who sat in front of their computers playing games? Will they be loosing years from that as well? But fair enough, it's really your responsibility to manage your time and make the most of your day, and I believe going out and have a stretch is good for anyone. Trust me. I don't watch much TV and I feel much better when I go out than stay at home.



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