Ross Neilson
Ross is a former political advisor to ministers in the NSW Labor Government and CEO of Auspoll.
Articles by Ross Neilson
Osama a victim of aggression: you’re kidding, right?
What a strange mob we’ve become, we in the ‘Western world’. On holidays in Europe the past few weeks I…... Read more
Men vs. women - it’s a (nuclear) power thing
Australian women hate nuclear power. Men quite like it, but women would rather go back to candles. This is the…... Read more
Most people prefer planes when bits don’t fall off
By now there should be a persistent warning light flashing in the cockpit of the good ship Qantas. It’s indicating…... Read more
It’s official: we really, really, really hate the banks
Loathe as I am to use a dirty four letter word a nice family-minded website, here goes ... Bank. To…... Read more
Most think our leaders have it about right on Afghanistan
When should Australia wage war? Has anyone asked you? Have you given it much thought or is that a job…... Read more
Time for sunset on the Empire Games
In writing about public opinion as measured by our Auspoll research, I try only to describe the findings, discuss what…... Read more
The issue that will not die: 76% support for euthanasia
We all have to pay tax. And then we have to die. These two fundamentals are well understood by most…... Read more
Sorry officer, but I’m drinking for Australia
That’s it. We’ve arrived at what is officially termed the Dizzy Limit. NSW Police, warming to their recent self-appointment as…... Read more
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The Punch is moving house
Good morning Punchers. After four years of excellent fun and great conversation, this is the final post…
Will Pope Francis have the vision to tackle this?
I have had some close calls, one that involved what looked to me like an AK47 pointed my way, followed…
Advocating risk management is not “victim blaming”
In a world in which there are still people who subscribe to the vile notion that certain victims of sexual…
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From: Hasbro, go straight to gaol, do not pass go
Tim says:
They should update other things in the game too. Instead of a get out of jail free card, they should have a Dodgy Lawyer card that not only gets you out of jail straight away but also gives you a fat payout in compensation for daring to arrest you in the first place. Instead of getting a hotel when you… [read more]From: A guide to summer festivals especially if you wouldn’t go
Kel says:
If you want a festival for older people or for families alike, get amongst the respectable punters at Bluesfest. A truly amazing festival experience to be had of ALL AGES. And all the young "festivalgoers" usually write themselves off on the first night, only to never hear from them again the rest of… [read more]Gentle jabs to the ribs
Superman needs saving
Can somebody please save Superman? He seems to be going through a bit of a crisis. Eighteen months ago,… Read more
