Yep Bob, and as became evident durint the recent election, Western Austarlia is STILL 20 years behind the rest of AUstralia... :-)

From Robin in Queensland - the state once reputed to be (due to daylight saving) 100 years and one hour behind the rest of Australia, but the recent elections showed us now up in the 21st century - the 10 seats picked up in Qld anchored Rudd's victory - the swing in W.A. was much lower - even some swings TO Little Fascist Johnny - also reputed to be at least 20 years behind the rest of Australia - see "Work Choices" & "Global Warming" .... :-)