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Old 9th Feb 2006, 23:28
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rottenlungs
 
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It is something that both horrifies me and fascinates me.

Unfortunately, it`s that same relaxed approach that makes NZ such a user-friendly country. I used to rant about the Nanny-state back in the UK, something which is just as damaging as it results in the 'breeding out' of any common sense. "Its not my fault I took the corner too fast and went over the edge - the council`s failure to put a barrier up is to blame".

Somewhere out there is a delicate balance between safety and usability - I just wonder if any country has found it yet?
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