I guess your real point is why pay for all this radar the Minister has directed when a cheaper, better, quicker alternative with better coverage is just coming in to it's own?
And a good question it is.
The answer of course has nothing to do with common sense, economics or safety.
It has all to do with the bloody mindness of John Anderson, carefully steered by you know who - good mate of the Robert 'Rodent' Menzies.
Anyhow, we have got three more years to now really appreciate the man and let him mature into his portfolio.
At least your interest rates won't be going up - apparently.