[clug] [OT] Broadband clangers

[Ben Nizette]

On 11/08/2010, at 6:42 PM, Boris Rousak wrote:

>> Obviously Conroy is an id10t. He probably "thinks" SmartGrid (spend $20
>> save 20c) is some sort of internet enabled education system.
>> Next week he'll be announcing a new internet filtering system
> About that filtering silliness - has the idea finally died in the water? I've been out of the country a bit longer then expected and was wondering if its safe to come home yet? :)

It's gone to "independent review" which will take at least 12 months.  I'd be surprised if the review has much positive to say about it, fingers crossed that'll finally kill it.

FWIW the Coalition has come out against the filter, they (say they) won't implement it.

	--Ben.