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And the loser is….Sidanee August 3, 2009

I recently heard a story about how essential services workers such as firemen and nurses are finding it increasingly difficult to live in the same city they work in. Namely Sydney Australia. This problem arises not only for these workers but many who work in Sydney.

Thanks to years of neglect and mismanagement, largely by the current State Labor Government, Sydney is increasingly becoming a no go zone for workers. The road system is choked, transport system on its knees, rents skyrocketing, and housing unaffordable, unless you move further out of the centre of the city. And if you do if will probably result in leaving for work at 6.00am or earlier, and getting home well after 7.00pm. That’s not a life.

Governments need to cut the crap. Introducing fast trains would be a fabulous start. Workers would be able to live in regional areas and retain their jobs in Sydney. However, don’t hold your breath, as the current mob of politicians are too busy pulling splinters out of their arses from sitting on the fence and doing Sweet Fanny Adams.

How does this relate to libraries? Well, some of the more affluent suburbs will be finding it more difficult to attract quality employees. Just look at the long list who have left for regional centres or interstate. Why would you live in a box in Sydney and be forced to travel two hours to work and two hours home again, when you could have a four bedroom home on 1000square meters, and leisurely drive or walk to work? Its a no brainer.