Dear Muttley, I say it with all the sincerity in my heart. Please allow me to correct you once again and shed some light on a few things. I truly understand how you feel, I used to train people like you (no offence intended).
1. You are obviously more ignorant on the diplomatic and foreign affairs matter than I expected (I am surprised the Aussie government let you out). That's OK, judging by your knowledge I do not really expect you to know this. Please allow me to explain; It is the responsibility of the foreign office of any country to obtain up to date information on any law that their nationals might be visiting, and therefore this information is transmitted via the embassies and other foreign offices. Why? Firstly to warn their citizens of the dangers of being prosecuted and so effectively to avoid diplomatic conflict. So to answer your question YES the Aust gov't is now the expert on UAE LAW.
2. Your Quote"I don't see any LAW you've quoted"
Try this: Article 49(7) No 21of 1995, also the UAE Penal Code No. 3 for 1987.
3. Your Quote "From what he's posted about the EK operation here, it's clear Sinbad has no idea about that, either".
I dare you once again to quote me with any remarks to EK operation, I never posted any remarks about EK operations.
4. Your quotes "your desperation to recover a little face" and "Meanwhile, back to school, you're running up a bill on mummy's internet... 
", and "Bullsh**tting won't help your argument".
I would expect a lot more maturity from an EK pilot like you!
5. Your quote "Sinbad, if you really are a pilot, please let us know which airline you work for so we can avoid flying with them...
I will give you a clue, I carry four bars - GOLD that is, and I rule and whatever I say to people like you, you stand up and take note!! GOT IT MAMMY'S BOY????? oh and I earn twice as much as you. HAHAHAHAAAHAHAAHAHAHAHAHHAHAAAAAAAAA................!!!!
"STIUTA"... 
ps the gulf news article is the true reflection of the law!!!!!!!! you should Know this me old mate.
Safe and happy flying to ALL.
