Less cars on the road means productivity and jobs growth, as it allows for the more efficient movement of goods and services and encourages greater urban population density.

It is in the national interest to have the Flying Kangaroo. It's in the interests of our tourism industry. It's in the interests of jobs here in Australia.

I like fighting Tories... that's what I do.

Politicians who lack the vision to lead the community on big issues like public transport often hide their inaction by blaming other levels of government when anyone complains.

Despite the enormous role that local government plays in our daily lives, the constitution makes not one mention of it.

You can guarantee that mining uranium will lead to nuclear waste. You can't guarantee that uranium mining will not lead to nuclear weapons.

The passage of time is likely to make high-speed rail more and more desirable, making it critical that politicians of today think ahead to tomorrow.

High-speed rail would revolutionise interstate travel and would also be an economic game-changer for dozens of regional communities along its path.

You can use the stumbling blocks to build your success.

Religion of the Self [Soul] is that where no difficulty or trouble arises for anyone or any living being of ‘our’ own accord.

As every reader knows in his or her heart, there is much more to truth than mere fact.

Yes, I could stop writing... But only after I shoot myself.

Discussion is just a tool. You have to aim; the final goal must be a decision.

It is a good thing to happen to you, to have that taste of fame because then you don't hanker for it.

(Obama) really has no experience or knowledge or judgment about the issue of Iraq and he has wanted to surrender for a long time.

Child: Why on this night do we eat Hot Fudge Sundaes? Adult: To remind us that being Jewish is like having your birthday every day!! Plus they're delicious!

I would definitely line up for 'The Lord of the Rings.' I'm a huge 'Lord of the Rings' geek.

When the wayfarer whistles in the dark, he may be disavowing his timidity, but he does not see any the more clearly for doing so.