they say he's a pom
senator nick proves he's not
aussies can't drink warm beer
Back Story
Senator Nick Xenophon was born in Australia but has been accused of being a British citizen. Politicians in Australia are not permitted to be citizens or potential citizens of another country. Nick's Dad is a Greek Cypriot . Cyprus used to be a British Dominion. He had a photo taken at the British Hotel in Adelaide drinking warm beer. In Australia this is not as yet a criminal offence but most Aussies regard it as such.
bellinis on the beach
a summer drink delight
happiness in a glass
in very poor taste
senator hansen fronts up
in a burka
our deputy leader
apart from being insane
is a kiwi
no fan of Johnny Depp
says 'bugger off' and take
your dogs with you
boo and pistol
have the last laugh watch out for
big fush with sharp teef
burnt snags on the barbie
the taste has got to be right
to pass the test
I enjoy your post giving me news on your plains in haiku form (smiles) On our trip, many years ago to UK, we drank warm beer...did not like it warm but did enjoy the variety of beers...but not warm.
ReplyDeleteFull of satire ! I like your posts , Rall !!! always have a point and a juxta .
ReplyDeleteBrilliant post!
ReplyDeleteLove your back story to the first, especially the closing sentence.
Anna :o]
Well summed up! LOL.
ReplyDeleteOnce again, your creativity SHINES! The only times I've drunk warm beer was when I was too slow at finishing the cold one.
ReplyDeleteYou poke fun in a inoffensive way. Well done
ReplyDeleteA wonderful buffet of satire...
ReplyDeleteI know nothing of Australian politics. but I liked your mixture of micro poetry, some haiku, and cartoons to carry your story. Well done!
ReplyDeleteOh dear Rall, you have caught Australia(ns) with its pants down. Let's hope you have your citizenship certificate handy.
ReplyDeleteNever fear...I will send you food parcels when they deport you:)
ReplyDeleteclever satire... and I don't like warm beer either!
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