Gotta hand it to you Lookleft, an astute post. I hadn't really thought about the "Skidmore vs Fawcett knowledge and experience"side of things
This could indeed be a stroke of genius by MrDak. Very interesting potential twist, having a new DAS that could use that experience and knowledge to challenge the Senators.
'Wake Up Terry' is also a former test pilot however he is flat out staying awake for his midday Bonox or managing to get through his hourly bladder test these days! Never mind, I'm sure he will get along well with Skidmore, swap a few test pilot stories, just hope the DAS doesn't find a horse head in his bed
And Creamy, you are ever so naughty. I had already thought what you just said, but I said to self 'self, do I post these thoughts, or do I let the new DAS commence his new role (January?) before I pass comment on how he is settling in'. But just like a Brisbane FOI at 'The Pink' on a Friday afternoon I didn't want to fire off too early! But you beat me to it.....