yes hanrahan, it seems that it is their lawful right to spend the money as they wish - and if the end result is a dysfunctional society, that that seems to be ok, according to some people.
one thing that you forgot to mention hanrahan, was that drinking leads to fetal alcohol syndrome - which seems to be pretty prevalent in aboriginal societies.
sentences for murders committed by aborigines against their brothers (and sisters), seem to be pretty light - compared to sentences handed out to non aborigines.
rape and child abuse,is virtually ignored.
just hope the royalties keep flowing, so that people can continue their lawful pursuits .
watso understands the close connection to the land, that some people have - after all, watso recalls drinking 2 litres of port (renmano premium - cost $10 from ist choice) - then having a close connection to the land for a few hours
