http://www.thepunch.com.au/author-bios/bridget-ahern/ Bridget first joined The Punch family in May 2011 and is still trying to find “her spot” at the rowdy and opinionated dinner table. In a moment of weakness, someone decided Bridget could hold the fort while Lucy ran away for three weeks to get married. With big, well loved shoes to fill, Bridget is hoping to bring her A-game to the Open Thread and keep the loyal Punch readers happy until Lucy’s return. Bridget really hasn’t done enough to merit her own biography, but since you asked, she is in the final stages of her Masters Degree at UTS, is a Radio Producer at 2GB and will be heading over to New Zealand to work at the 2011 Rugby World Cup.. She is still waiting for her Punch parents, Tory and Ant to serve her dinner. en Copyright 2012 The Punch penberthyd@newsltd.com.au penberthyd@newsltd.com.au Sat, 26 May 2012 20:00:49 +0000 Sat, 26 May 2012 20:00:49 +0000 Politics, opinion, world news, sports news, latest news, views, Barack Obama, Kevin Rudd, Julia Gillard, Nathan Rees, Malcolm Turnbull, Peter Garrett, Barnaby Joyce, Australian, federal politics, opinion polls, election, The Punch, thepunch, punch ExpressionEngine 1.6.7 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 15 http://www.thepunch.com.au/images/punch-logo-rss.png http://www.thepunch.com.au/ 144 70 Politics, political opinion, world news, sports news and the latest news and views updated live, daily on The Punch - Australia's best conversation. Search The Punch keywords http://www.thepunch.com.au/search/ http://www.thepunch.com.au/articles/youre-a-beautiful-woman-but-get-off-the-catwalk/ Aussie runway model Andrej Pejic is one gorgeous specimen. With strikingly good looks and legs that go on forever, the Serbian-born beauty has caught the eye of every fashion designer on the planet. Looking fabulous in floor length gowns is no challenge for the 19-year-old supermodel but there’s just one thing that differentiates Pejic from other models on the catwalk - Andrej Pejic is a man. Pejic’s knack for modelling both men’s and women’s clothing has sent the well-kept feathers of the fashion world flying. International designers have all clamoured to use his androgynous look while the glitterati flock to catch a glimpse of ‘the chick who is actually a dude’. I love seeing Pejic looking incredible in mini-skirts and corseted bustiers. Heck, I would kill for his legs. What I don’t love however, is seeing him waltzing down the runway in clothes that are supposedly designed for women. feedback@thepunch.com.au (Bridget Ahern) Article http://www.thepunch.com.au/articles/youre-a-beautiful-woman-but-get-off-the-catwalk/#comments http://www.thepunch.com.au/articles/youre-a-beautiful-woman-but-get-off-the-catwalk/#item6037 Mon, 13 Jun 2011 19:40:41 +0000 Bridget Ahern | Author bios | The Punch http://www.thepunch.com.au/articles/punch-on-open-thread-13-06-2011/ Monday. The single most dreaded word on Sunday nights. But, for most people around the country today (sorry, WA), it’s a day off for the Queen’s Birthday. Yippee! In other news, on this day in 1966, the United States Supreme Court ruled that when arresting somebody, police officers always had to read the suspect their rights. If you’ve watched as many law and order shows as I have, you’ll be well versed in this little stanza. “You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to an attorney present during questioning. If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed for you. Do you understand these rights?” Yes sir! Have you got something other than statutory rights on your mind today? Tell us. Now. That’s an order. feedback@thepunch.com.au (Bridget Ahern) Article http://www.thepunch.com.au/articles/punch-on-open-thread-13-06-2011/#comments http://www.thepunch.com.au/articles/punch-on-open-thread-13-06-2011/#item6060 Sun, 12 Jun 2011 19:00:27 +0000 Bridget Ahern | Author bios | The Punch http://www.thepunch.com.au/articles/fridays-dilemma-can-i-discipline-my-friends-child/ We all know kids can be a handful sometimes, but what happens when your friend’s child is turning into a little terror? Can you say something? ‘Gladys’ writes: My friend and I had our children at around the same time. We try and get them to play together but her son tends to break things or rip books - invariably these are gifts that my daughter has received from other people - and I have to repair them or get rid of them. In one instance, he broke a maraca and I found it in the bottom of the toy box later that week. I think she put it in there so I wouldn’t find it while she was there. I realise he’s just a little baby (boy now), but she never urges him to be gentle or to respect other people’s things. First question: Can I tell a young visitor, under the supervision of his mother, to be gentle and not to break things? Second question: am I being silly thinking she should offer to fix or replace the things he breaks? feedback@thepunch.com.au (Bridget Ahern) Article http://www.thepunch.com.au/articles/fridays-dilemma-can-i-discipline-my-friends-child/#comments http://www.thepunch.com.au/articles/fridays-dilemma-can-i-discipline-my-friends-child/#item6050 Fri, 10 Jun 2011 02:01:51 +0000 Bridget Ahern | Author bios | The Punch http://www.thepunch.com.au/articles/punch-on-open-thread-10-06-2011/ It’s Friday. Need we say more? Of course not. But we’re going to keep talking anyway. On this day in 1973, a 17-year-old John Paul Getty III was kidnapped in Rome. His captors demanded $17 million from his billionaire grandfather, John Paul Getty in return for his safety. When the demand was refused, the captors cut off John Paul III’s ear and sent it to his grandfather in an envelope (sorry if you’re in the middle of your breakfast). Eventually, his family were able to negotiate John Paul III’s release in December 1973. It’s all one of the downsides to being the grandson of a billionaire, I guess. What’s happening in your world today? We want to know. The good, the bad and the downright annoying… feedback@thepunch.com.au (Bridget Ahern) Article http://www.thepunch.com.au/articles/punch-on-open-thread-10-06-2011/#comments http://www.thepunch.com.au/articles/punch-on-open-thread-10-06-2011/#item6052 Thu, 09 Jun 2011 19:00:55 +0000 Bridget Ahern | Author bios | The Punch http://www.thepunch.com.au/articles/punch-on-open-thread-09-06-2011/ Happy Johnny Depp Day everyone! OK, maybe that’s not an actual holiday, but it should be. On this glorious day in 1963,  John Christopher Depp II came into the world. His rugged good looks have won him the hearts of women (not to mention a few men) everywhere and have seen him pocket more than $20 million for a single movie. That could be why he now owns his own private island in the Bahamas. Tough life huh? Maybe his next investment will be a small country. I hear Lichtenstein is on the rental market for $US70,000 a night. Thursday’s a great day… or is it? Tell us. feedback@thepunch.com.au (Bridget Ahern) Article http://www.thepunch.com.au/articles/punch-on-open-thread-09-06-2011/#comments http://www.thepunch.com.au/articles/punch-on-open-thread-09-06-2011/#item6031 Wed, 08 Jun 2011 19:00:15 +0000 Bridget Ahern | Author bios | The Punch http://www.thepunch.com.au/articles/punch-on-open-thread-08-06-2011/ Ever get the feeling sombody is watching you? Chances are you’ve read George Orwell’s 1984 a few too many times. On this day in 1949, the book was published and went on to become a modern classic. If you’ve been a high school student in the last 50 years, chances are just mentioning the title will see you break out in a cold sweat. Don’t worry, we won’t be having a pop quiz on Big Brother or Newspeak anytime soon. Think I’m more partial to Animal Farm myself. But that’s in another barnyard all together. It’s Wednesday…. so discuss! feedback@thepunch.com.au (Bridget Ahern) Article http://www.thepunch.com.au/articles/punch-on-open-thread-08-06-2011/#comments http://www.thepunch.com.au/articles/punch-on-open-thread-08-06-2011/#item6028 Tue, 07 Jun 2011 19:00:38 +0000 Bridget Ahern | Author bios | The Punch http://www.thepunch.com.au/articles/punch-on-open-thread-07-06-2011/ Today at The Punch we’re feeling all shook up because someone stepped on our blue suede shoes. On this day in 1982, Elvis Presley’s famous estate Graceland was opened up to the public following the superstar’s death five years earlier. To this day, the only room in the Memphis mansion not open for public viewing is the bathroom where Elvis died of a heart attack. It’s Tuesday and we want to know what’s on your “suspicious minds”... feedback@thepunch.com.au (Bridget Ahern) Article http://www.thepunch.com.au/articles/punch-on-open-thread-07-06-2011/#comments http://www.thepunch.com.au/articles/punch-on-open-thread-07-06-2011/#item6013 Mon, 06 Jun 2011 19:00:15 +0000 Bridget Ahern | Author bios | The Punch http://www.thepunch.com.au/articles/the-break-up-industry-is-totally-out-of-hand/ So the love of your life has just broken your heart into a million tiny pieces. Never fear. Help is just a click away. You too can mend the hole in your soul for as little as $9.95 (plus postage and handling). Self-help books might seem, like, so 2007, but rest assured, there’s still heaps available online. If you’re on a deadline, try How to Mend a Broken Heart in 30 Days. Or maybe you’re after something a little more drastic. They say the Amazon best seller, Exorcising Your Ex is a real head-turner. feedback@thepunch.com.au (Bridget Ahern) Article http://www.thepunch.com.au/articles/the-break-up-industry-is-totally-out-of-hand/#comments http://www.thepunch.com.au/articles/the-break-up-industry-is-totally-out-of-hand/#item5959 Sun, 05 Jun 2011 19:35:44 +0000 Bridget Ahern | Author bios | The Punch