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David Oldfield's friend needs a name

David Oldfield has found a new friend in the backyard. A Joe Blake as we'd call them in Aussie slang, but we'd like to find a name for him, or her. Email your suggestions to David Oldfield or blog us suggestions below.

Missy, or Amber is looking for a family

Missy or Amber as she affectionately referred to as, has that unusual colouring of a Blue Brindle but with a touch of Red. She is smaller than average, extremely affectionate and would make an excellent family pet.

Abbott: Labor relations poisonous

Opposition Leader Tony Abbott says relationships within Labor are so full of poison and bile, that they can't function as a government anymore. David Oldfield on the soap opera now affecting national confidence.

PM: same-sex marriage inevitable?

Gay couples who dined with the PM at the Lodge say they didn't manage to sway her into supporting same-sex marriage. David Oldfield with guest Sandy Miller who says Julia Gillard has acknowledged change is inevitable.

Schools need more male teachers

Schools need more male teachers, so why are so many men leaving the profession? David Oldfield on the difficulties with Tommy Herschell, who was in a school of 43 teachers, and he was the only male teaching.

Dr Horner: Cancer prevention diet

David Oldfield talks to US surgeon and best-selling author Dr Christine Horner about her cancer-prevention diet. Which foods promote cancer and which foods protect against it? Valuable information worth listening to.

Unemployment and statistical lies?

According to Roy Morgan unemployment is now over 10% and rising, almost double the figures the government is releasing to the public. With jobs being stripped daily, David Oldfield seeks out the real figures.

Do we need a second Sydney airport?

A new report is expected to argue that a second airport must be urgently developed in Sydney's greater west to meet rising demand. David Oldfield reveals it is believed the preferred location is again, Badgerys Creek.

Amnesty critical of our asylum process

It is not in our interests, or that of refugees the way processes are undertaken at the moment. David Oldfield speaks with Amnesty's Dr Graham Thom in a fiery interview on why refugees are seeking out Australia.

Richo on what Gillard knew of coup

Prime Minister Julia Gillard has been forced to defend her appearance on 4 Corners, which focused on the coup against Kevin Rudd. David Oldfield with Graham Richardson on how much the PM knew of the Kevin Rudd coup.

Rental: we need more pet flexibility?

14% of Aussies would rather spend Valentine's Day with their pets than their partners, so landlords should be more flexible and allow pets in rental properties. David Oldfield on the rental market for furry family members.

Internet dating: finding love online?

Internet Dating, men to avoid, men to enjoy. How to safely find love online given that Australians were scammed of more than $21m through internet dating last year. David Oldfield and Dr Buzz McCarthy with a few tips.

Taxpayer subsidies to visit relatives?

The Islamic Women's Welfare Association's has put forward a proposal that new migrants should get taxpayer subsidies to visit overseas relatives. David Oldfield on the submission to a multicultural inquiry.

$25 million drug bust in Sydney

Sydney police have seized more than 70-kilograms of drugs with an estimated street value of $25-million. The drugs, found at a Sydney storage unit, include Brown and Black Heroin as well as the drug "ICE".

Meatworks shutdown: animals bashed

Calls for all slaughter houses to have CCTV footage following the shut down of Hawkesbury Valley Meats, after a video showed workers bashing animals with metal poles. David Oldfield on the call for more action.

Asylum policy blamed for blowout

Is a lack of asylum seeker policy to blame for a cost blow-out in the nation's detention centres? Shadow Immigration's Scott Morrison says the billion dollar costs are high, because there are more people to look after.

Roswell: are we alone in the universe?

Are we alone? David Oldfield with Julie Schuster, daughter of Lieutenant Walter Haut, the PR man who was at Roswell in the 1940's. Did he see aliens? Was the so called "weather balloon" really an alien spaceship? Have Your Say!

Is Julia Gillard the victim of sexism?

Do we judge the performance of Julia Gillard because of her gender? Is it a nonsense, or is Sarrah Le Marquand right in claiming the PM suffers a bad image because she is female? David Oldfield on sexism and Julia Gillard.

Check list for a solid relationship

Does your relationship give you confidence? Is it based on trust, mutual respect and admiration? David Oldfield speaks with Psychologist Dr Mary Casey on identifying cracks, and solutions to them with relationships.

Why we pay higher mortgage rates

The big four banks are looking to raise their rates upwards, independently of the Reserve Bank. David Oldfield reveals many economists are claiming there will be a backlash. Why are we paying so much for our mortgages?

Afghanistan: why we spend millions?

Australia is spending millions on infrastructure in Afghanistan; but will the country descend into chaos after coalition forces pull out? David Oldfield looks at the huge costs burdening taxpayer with Ian McPhedran.

Smith Family helping our Aussie kids

Does charity begin at home? David Oldfield discusses how you can help the Smith Family help disadvantaged Australian children to get the most out of their education, so they can create better futures for themselves.

Men win the battle over housework?

Do men deliberately do a bad job of housework so their partners won't want them to do it? David Oldfield with columnist Suzie O'Brien on the changing roles since the 70's and why women still do most of the work.

More families choose homeschooling

Homeschooling is a personal decision some parents make, but most families don't have the luxury of the option. David Oldfield reveals however the number undertaking the task has doubled over recent years, but why?

Parents missing message on sugar?

Almost half of Australian six-year-olds have dental decay in one or more of their baby teeth. How is it parents are missing the message on sugar? David Oldfield & Dr Shane Fryer of the Australian Dental Association.

Dirt file compiled on Kathy Jackson?

Scandalous accusations the Labor government is reportedly behind a 'dirt file' compiled against Health Services Union whistleblower Kathy Jackson. David Oldfield and Mark Riley on the conduct of a nervous government.

Optus win footy broadcast rights

Optus says a Federal Court decision allowing it to broadcast National Rugby League and Australian Football League matches online is a win for consumers, but the matter may not be over, with football codes likely to appeal.

Thomson inquiry political interference?

Calls for an investigation into claims of government interference in an investigation involving Labor MP Craig Thomson. David Oldfield with HSU's Kathy Jackson on an independent investigation of Fair Work Australia.

AACTA awards Red Dog Best Movie

Jason Morrison reveals Red Dog has been cemented as an Australian classic, after winning the Best Film at the inaugual AACTA awards. Judy Davis was named Best Lead Actress and Daniel Henshall Best Actor.

Building Australia's northern defences

Is Australia's north vulnerable to an expanding China? What of Indonesia's role to our north? David Oldfield on a report that recommends a series of changes to enhance our defence presence across northern Australia.

Recognition of indigenous Australians

Labor is to hold a referendum on the constitutional recognition of indigenous Australians at or before the next federal election due, in 2013. David Oldfield & Mark Leiber co-chair of Julia Gillard's expert panel of advisors.

Older workers create productivity

It's been revealed 3 in 10 older workers are experiencing discrimination in the workplace. David Oldfield on findings older workers are more productive and a balance of ages can actually be an advantage for business productivity.

Sydney in need of affordable housing

The median cost of rental accommodation in Sydney hovers around $500 a week, and there are calls for affordable housing. David Oldfield on poor options for those in the community on low incomes.

No confidence in PM's cling to power?

David Oldfield reveals why the federal opposition has signaled the prime minister's backing of embattled Labor MP Craig Thomson may prompt a parliamentary vote of no confidence in the Gillard Labor government.

Should we be able to vote for judges?

In light of the controversies surrounding Magistrate Pat O'Shane, should Australians be able to vote for their judges like in some states of the US. David Oldfield on the possibility with Professor Andrew Lynch.

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