Creep Articles
Out of the mouths of politicians - when mission creep has last word
The thing about mission creep is that it takes control of the politicians and generals who would have us believe that they are in control.
Rio Tinto extends deadline on $3.9bn bid for Riversdale
RIO Tinto has extended the offer period for its $3.9 billion takeover of Riversdale Mining by two weeks as one of its target's biggest shareholders sparked speculation that it might spoil the love-in between the two while it continues to creep up its register.
Lake Boga snags willing workers for its levee
A TWO-PRONGED attack was launched yesterday on the floodwaters creeping towards Lake Boga in Victoria's north-west, where the sausages were yesterday served with sandbags.
Richmond must be respected: Pies
COLLINGWOOD is refusing to treat today's clash against Richmond as a fait accompli despite the battle being between third and 14th on the ladder.
Under The Shifting Sands, A Blessing For The Desert
THE farmlands of West Africa look desperate to the untrained eye - sandy, barren and hostile. But despite much talk of desertification as the Sahara's dunes creep ever southward, a quiet green miracle is taking place. And the efforts of an Australian development worker have provided the impetus for the..read more