Sunday 31 December 2006

Near death at the markets

I went shopping at the Flemington markets yesterday. Can't fault the place - I did the grocery shopping for about a third of what it would cost me at the local supermarket.

The only problem with the markets is getting out of them alive. I had a good look yesterday and did not spot a single person with blonde hair. As far as the eye could see, the place was a heaving mass of Chinese and other ethnic types - those that are way to smart to shop at Coles. Good on them for spotting a bargain a mile off, but they should be forced to park a mile away from the place. There are cars constantly on the move looking for a parking spot or trying to get out, and the Chinese drivers just can't drive. You really take your life in your hands everytime you cross a road at the markets.

And never get in the way of a Chinese woman trying to do her shopping. A sharp elbow in the guts will be your only reward.

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