To make this simple - every time a new manager comes along he has to make his mark and whoever can save a dollar here or there is lauded as being switched and a rising star. This happens in good times and bad times. So there is weak demand in one area then save costs - the article showed work would be processed elsewhere , how many jobs would that save.
The more you see comments in response like this on this forum the more you realise the degree of tall poppy syndrome is alive and well. I challenge all of you to pretend that you have the deposit for a house of your choice and pretend you want to buy and shock horror the desired bargains are just not there. The $49,000 block in Manjimup is like telling someone in Melbourne he can buy a cheapie piece or land in Euroa and commute each day. Credibility must count for something and in many areas watch a tick up in activity in the next few months.
