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Federal Government offers $130b in coronavirus wage subsidies for businesses to pay workers. $1500 per fortnight.

By political correspondent Brett Worthington (ABC NEWS) 

Businesses will receive a fortnightly wage subsidy up to $1,500 per employee as part of a Federal Government bid to prevent millions of people from losing their jobs to the coronavirus pandemic

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36 Replies · Reply by Sir Col "THE NODDY MUSHROOM" Apr 2, 2020
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Drumph and Iran.

Thoughts? Did ol' Donnie Drumph go for the oldest panacea in the failing popularity playbook and start beating the drums of war to distract from impeachment?

Surely the U.S. won't actually go to war against someone who can actually give them a militar

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268 Replies · Reply by Mitchy Jan 13, 2020
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Axel replied to ParramattaLurker's discussion OUR CLUB IS IN GREAT HANDS
"That makes sense - thanks"
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ParramattaLurker replied to ParramattaLurker's discussion OUR CLUB IS IN GREAT HANDS
"He praised Bailey Simmonson highly because of the questions surrounding the coverage to replace Lomax after someone asked a question about how we planned to have him for 3 more years and lost him after 1. "
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Manuel Dortimer replied to ParramattaLurker's discussion OUR CLUB IS IN GREAT HANDS
"Its about time, top sporting teams around the world make their home grounds hostile environments and its about time we followed suit.  The current pre game dance cam and on the field interviews (which nobody can hear anyway)  isnt cutting it. "
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Axel replied to ParramattaLurker's discussion OUR CLUB IS IN GREAT HANDS
"I wasn't there LB, but I found it odd to read that Ryles would praise Simonsson in such a forum. I wonder what's behind that? "
24 minutes ago
Manuel Dortimer replied to ParramattaLurker's discussion OUR CLUB IS IN GREAT HANDS
"The likelihood of 2 long term injuries at the same time to both of our hookers is pretty low.  It would be hard to entice an NRL experienced hooker to come and play reggies for us with no prospect of first grade save for injury to both topliners. …"
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Manuel Dortimer replied to ParramattaLurker's discussion OUR CLUB IS IN GREAT HANDS
"Ryley Smith played 80 mins 3 times and over 70 mins twice last season."
34 minutes ago
LB replied to ParramattaLurker's discussion OUR CLUB IS IN GREAT HANDS
"We have constantly be in the market for an outside back. We were last year. We did sign Kelly but could say Lomax out and Kelly in so we are still in the bracket of wanting an outside back.In terms of quality middle, not much available. Those who…"
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LB replied to ParramattaLurker's discussion OUR CLUB IS IN GREAT HANDS
"I remember a lot here claimed Arthur didn't have final say on his players. I am not as big of a BA hater as many here, but to think Arthur never had too much control on recruitment was farcical. Why not give it to BA but give it to Ryles?
Ryles has…"
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LB replied to ParramattaLurker's discussion OUR CLUB IS IN GREAT HANDS
"He never played Hooker though. There were times where Smith went off and Hopgood played Hooker not Walker."
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MattL replied to ParramattaLurker's discussion OUR CLUB IS IN GREAT HANDS
"Agreed, both top players, but Hopgood should not be even close to playing dummy half unless there's a catastrophic injury list. Papalii could work at the 30 & 70 minute mark as relief/impact at best (like origin Cronk in the early days), but not…"
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"So does this trial team suggest Russell has inside line on left centre and Simmonson right wing?"
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ParramattaLurker replied to ParramattaLurker's discussion OUR CLUB IS IN GREAT HANDS
"I can't comment on MON's / Ryles thought process as well as there recruitment plans Nightmare. However what I can say confidently is if a quality player becomes available that is the right fit and will improve our side we will be right in the mix.…"
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Nightmare Off-Season replied to ParramattaLurker's discussion OUR CLUB IS IN GREAT HANDS
"This was a really sensational read, thanks very much for the effort of sharing this -  very positive & inspiring for what is ahead.
Sounds like as a club we have truely come an exceptional way in the 16 months or so Ryles has been here.
It is great…"
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Jack replied to ParramattaLurker's discussion OUR CLUB IS IN GREAT HANDS
"Thanks mate. Great read "
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Longfin Eel replied to ParramattaLurker's discussion OUR CLUB IS IN GREAT HANDS
"I think Ryles also saw a club that was searching for someone to set a culture as a benchmark to re-build the club. He knew he had some answers to that from his time at other clubs, and we have already seen the fruits of those efforts in the broader…"
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Keaon done deal

As of Thursday, December 11, 2025, South Sydney Rabbitohs forwardKeaon Koloamatangi has reportedly agreed to a deal with the Parramatta Eels, but it is not yet officially announced by the clubs.  Soon to be announced.

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1EE Legends Tipping Comp

The 1 Eyed Eel tipping comp is back for 2026. You can join via this link on ESPN Footy Tips:https://www.footytips.com.au/comps/1ee_legends?p=1eyedeelPassword: 1eyedeelIf you are still in the comp from last season, you don't need to join again.Here…

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