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« on: April 20, 2020, 02:18:29 AM »
Nice stuff! I like your Eeveelution stickers.
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« on: April 12, 2020, 06:17:28 PM »
I have updated this. 13/4/2020
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« on: April 11, 2020, 08:37:16 PM »
Found this in my email from the US Embassy in Beijing;
Event: Discrimination against African-Americans in Guangzhou: In response to an increase in COVID-19 infections, officials in the Guangzhou metropolitan area escalated scrutiny of foreign nationals. As part of this campaign, police ordered bars and restaurants not to serve clients who appear to be of African origin. Moreover, local officials launched a round of mandatory tests for COVID-19, followed by mandatory self-quarantine, for anyone with “African contacts,” regardless of recent travel history or previous quarantine completion. African-Americans have also reported that some businesses and hotels refuse to do business with them. The U.S. Consulate General advises African-Americans or those who believe Chinese officials may suspect them of having contact with nationals of African countries to avoid the Guangzhou metropolitan area until further notice. Without advance warning, officials might require such individuals to submit to a COVID-19 test and undergo 14 days of supervised quarantine at their own expense.
All U.S. citizens in China are subject to local law. If you violate Chinese laws, even unknowingly, you may be arrested, expelled, or imprisoned. The Chinese legal system can be opaque, and the interpretation and enforcement of local laws may be arbitrary. The judiciary does not enjoy independence from political influence. U.S. citizens traveling or residing in China may be subject to heightened scrutiny by Chinese local law enforcement and state security. They should carry identity documents at all times.
The authorities in Guangzhou are specifically targeting ALL foreigners who are black, regardless if you are American, Canadian, or Nigerian. As long as you meet their requirement (black skin) you are "african" in their eyes. Many have been kicked out of their residences and are now wandering the streets as hotels will not accept foreigners.
However if you are a white South African - you can not possibly be from Africa because you are white.
I am hoping this is specific to the city of Guangzhou. My roommate is South African. We are not in a megacity where there is a large expat community. We ARE the expat community. Everybody in our community knows there is a fat, white girl and a black girl living here.
How in the **** did this go from originating in China to China blaming ALL foreigners for bringing the virus to China?  Did they forget where this originated? The border is closed, foreigners can NOT enter. The media keeps saying "foreign workers" but what they really mean are the Chinese nationals who were working outside China that are returning infected. This misinformation has given rise to xenophobia of ALL foreigners weather we have been here the whole time or not.
Wow!  Um, well here in Australia. Not much has changed. Rate of infection is going down, but people are still getting infected. No changes to lockdowns. My mum doesn't like it that we can't have a family Easter gathering. Some families are embracing webcam though.
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« on: April 04, 2020, 07:55:20 PM »
In Australia, all the state borders are closed.
We are in lockdown. You may only leave your house to get food, do exercise, go to the doctor, or if your work or education cannot function online. You are also supposedly allowed to see your partner if you don't live together, you can do what you have to if you are separated and have joint custody over a child, and you can care for family members if they need you (e.g. bringing them food, but not staying for a visit).
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« on: February 05, 2020, 11:52:04 PM »
Yay! I'm so pleased so see so many anime and game fans here.
I like care bears, video games, and board games. I also am active in the competitive community for super smash bros.
Woohoo! A board gamer. What are some games you like?
Being part of the competitive Smash scene is pretty exciting. While I don't participate myself, there's quite a big scene down here.
My favorite board games right now are probably Betrayl at the house on the hill. Formula D, Takenoko, Stockpile, and Tsuro. My family is a pretty big board game family so we have lots 
 I love all of those! Except I haven't played Stockpile.
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« on: February 01, 2020, 02:21:14 PM »
Yes. I always shut down my work computer at 5pm. I always shut down my personal, home computer if I'm leaving the house, and just before bed. I think it's silly to leave these things switched on as they're constantly drawing electricity. (Costing you money, and bad for the environment.) Some people argue that they can't wait for their computer to boot up and/or run updates. However, in those situations I would advise saving up for a new computer as they are (probably) more energy efficient, and a solid state drive eliminates the boot up wait time.
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« on: February 01, 2020, 02:16:05 PM »
Yay! I'm so pleased so see so many anime and game fans here. I like care bears, video games, and board games. I also am active in the competitive community for super smash bros.
Woohoo! A board gamer. What are some games you like? Being part of the competitive Smash scene is pretty exciting. While I don't participate myself, there's quite a big scene down here.
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« on: January 27, 2020, 01:28:43 AM »
SOLD - ADMIN PLEASE DELETE
Ooops! I accidentally bought extras of these.
Please note that there may be a faint odor as these were transported during bushfire smoke season. I don't currently have a de-oderiser, but you can give it a try.
Currently asking $5 each. Can pick up locally (Melbourne) or post within Australia at buyer's expense.
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« on: January 26, 2020, 02:17:04 AM »
Hey folks! We're all here for a common reason, but I wanted to check in and see if I had anything in common with anyone here.  Some of my loves include board games, anime, photography, and martial arts. What about you?
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« on: January 20, 2020, 01:36:36 AM »
That's an incredible find! Yes, I think it was worth the trip. Aah, I miss my Applejack. 
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« on: January 20, 2020, 01:29:56 AM »
Well done! You did well on their eyes.
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« on: January 11, 2020, 06:21:50 PM »
I really like Fizzy, and I don't see much coverage for her.
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« on: January 10, 2020, 01:46:58 AM »
From Australia, I kindly thank you all for considering a donation to WIRES. However good they may be though, they can only help animals in the state of New South Wales, and are (due to coverage and celebrity attention) receiving a disproportionately larger amount than organisations covering other states, e.g. Wildlife Victoria. Please think of them as well. 
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« on: January 05, 2020, 08:20:02 PM »
How can there be only one other vote for Merriweather?! Well, okay, nightglider, yum yum and munchy are all amazing are all tied for second favourite for me, but where's the love for Merriweather?
I voted Merriweather! For me she was a childhood pony that stuck around the longest. I eventually sold/gave(?) her to a member on the Arena to try and fix her up. I hope she's doing well. Also, I quite fancy Munchy's print. Haha.
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« on: January 05, 2020, 03:28:53 PM »
Those are so pretty! But I am not very fond of these "new" ways of packaging blind box toys (e.g. the new My Little Ponies do this as well). Who knows what sort of dangerous chemicals/microplastics these are coated in - and what these chemicals ultimately do to aquatic creatures. --- If someone can correct me and prove they're not dangerous, thanks.
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