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    Just want to give a massive shoutout to some Italian-Australians who are absolutely smashing it across different fields—proof that our community continues to shape the fabric of modern Australia in powerful ways.

    Starting at the top—Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Son of an Italian single mother who raised him in public housing, Albo’s story is one of resilience, hard work, and belief in the Aussie fair go. He’s never forgotten where he came from, and that grit and humility are straight from his Italian roots.

    In rugby league, the Italian-Australian impact is legendary. James Tedesco and Anthony Minichiello—two icons of the game—both starred for the Roosters, NSW, and the Kangaroos, and both proudly represented Italy on the international stage. Tough, talented, and humble—they represent the best of what we bring to the sport.

    And let’s talk about Mark Nawaqanitawase—Fijian-Italian and one of the most exciting young players in rugby league right now. Fast, fearless, and unpredictable, he’s a glimpse of where the game’s heading—and we’re right there in the mix.

    Whether it’s politics, sport, culture, or community—Italian Australians continue to lead, inspire, and contribute in ways big and small. We’ve come a long way from being called “New Australians”—now we’re just essential Australians.

    Forza!

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      Our Father fought against the Italians plus the Germans and Vichy French in North Africa in WW2.

      The Italians had a habit of surrendering which annoyed the Germans no end,


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        I’m glad you’ve come out mate. Good on you!

        Whilst sad for your wife, I’m sure she understands

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          Wow Sal you've really taken the election results to heart.
          Dont worry, Australian elections are cyclical, and the Libs will win at best the next election or the one after at worst. Hope that helps

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            Originally posted by ism22 View Post
            Just want to give a massive shoutout to some Italian-Australians who are absolutely smashing it across different fields—proof that our community continues to shape the fabric of modern Australia in powerful ways.

            Starting at the top—Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Son of an Italian single mother who raised him in public housing, Albo’s story is one of resilience, hard work, and belief in the Aussie fair go. He’s never forgotten where he came from, and that grit and humility are straight from his Italian roots.

            In rugby league, the Italian-Australian impact is legendary. James Tedesco and Anthony Minichiello—two icons of the game—both starred for the Roosters, NSW, and the Kangaroos, and both proudly represented Italy on the international stage. Tough, talented, and humble—they represent the best of what we bring to the sport.

            And let’s talk about Mark Nawaqanitawase—Fijian-Italian and one of the most exciting young players in rugby league right now. Fast, fearless, and unpredictable, he’s a glimpse of where the game’s heading—and we’re right there in the mix.

            Whether it’s politics, sport, culture, or community—Italian Australians continue to lead, inspire, and contribute in ways big and small. We’ve come a long way from being called “New Australians”—now we’re just essential Australians.

            Forza!
            Good people, great food and shit cars

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              Here's my favourite Italian dish BTW. I hand cut the buckwheat pasta at home as it's a little difficult to find in the shops. Also I use fresh sage, oregano and potatoes from the garden.

              Last edited by ism22; 05-04-2025, 10:32 PM.

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                Originally posted by ism22 View Post
                Here's my favourite Italian dish BTW. I hand cut the buckwheat pasta at home as it's a little difficult to find in the shops. Also I use fresh sage, oregano and potatoes from the garden.

                That looks yum.

                Would you add tomato or bbq sauce?

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                  Originally posted by Random Rooster View Post
                  Wow Sal you've really taken the election results to heart.
                  Dont worry, Australian elections are cyclical, and the Libs will win at best the next election or the one after at worst. Hope that helps
                  Not at all, but I will keep an eye on these promises and the economy and the usual excuses on why promises can't be implemented - Keatings Tax Cut - Remember the L-A-W Law Tax cuts.

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                    Originally posted by ism22 View Post
                    Here's my favourite Italian dish BTW. I hand cut the buckwheat pasta at home as it's a little difficult to find in the shops. Also I use fresh sage, oregano and potatoes from the garden.

                    I gather it's a Pizzoccheri

                    Buckwheat is big in Russian Cooking - Porridge and Pancakes for instance

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                    • #11
                      Originally posted by King Salvo View Post

                      Not at all, but I will keep an eye on these promises and the economy and the usual excuses on why promises can't be implemented - Keatings Tax Cut - Remember the L-A-W Law Tax cuts.
                      Politicians lie- times it by 100 when its election time. Of course Albo wont keep all those promises- he couldn't even if he wanted to! Surely you're not suggesting Dutton was going to keep the majority of his promises?

                      For the sake of balance ill link a article that doesn't discriminate between Labor and Liberal Prime Ministers. All liars!!!


                      ​​​​​​/www.crikey.com.au/2021/05/25/history-prime-ministers-lying/

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                      • #12
                        Ruzzia is irrelevant nobody cares.

                        One thing that makes me chuckle with Italians is how defensive they are about their cuisine considering the majority of the ingredients aren't native to Italy and imported to the country from the New World.

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                          Originally posted by SamKerrSimp View Post
                          Ruzzia is irrelevant nobody cares.

                          One thing that makes me chuckle with Italians is how defensive they are about their cuisine considering the majority of the ingredients aren't native to Italy and imported to the country from the New World.
                          Hey!!! WTF you trying to say? What you're saying is a lie!!!

                          I tell my kids all the time if their mother was in charge of the meals they would have been brought up eating hundreds & thousands fairy bread and microwaved party pies

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                          • #14
                            Originally posted by SamKerrSimp View Post
                            Ruzzia is irrelevant nobody cares.

                            One thing that makes me chuckle with Italians is how defensive they are about their cuisine considering the majority of the ingredients aren't native to Italy and imported to the country from the New World.
                            You’re conflating Italian-American fast food with actual regional Italian cuisine. That’s like complaining that a Greek's food isn’t Greek because of modern influences.

                            Italy as a unified state is young (since 1861), but its regional food traditions—like those from my family’s area, Valtellina—are much older. It shares much of its cuisine with Switzerland (including its cheese and butter) and is a cool, alpine region. As an example of how fluid the 'food' borders are, my relatives literally walked into Switzerland (less than a 1km walk/ski) to escape Mussolini.

                            Potatoes and tomatoes (the two 'New World' ingredients currently doing the rounds via 'did you know?!?!?' style memes) were imported to Europe during the 1500's. They've since developed into distinct regional varieties—no one’s gatekeeping their origins. Same goes for kiwifruit: originally Chinese, but now with its own identity. A few centuries can make a big difference!

                            The Roman Empire celebrated exotic goods. Yes they ate pears, grapes, olives, chestnuts, buckwheat, kale...etc. A few thousand years later there is a significant difference between Italian varieties and those elsewhere. Heck, Australia has its varieties too. Heard of the Digger's Club? Check out their heirloom produce.

                            Just because everything traces back to somewhere else doesn’t invalidate regional identities. Particularly when you factor in cooking technique and cultural references.

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                            • #15
                              Mr Know It All telling me what I meant to say when that's not what I meant to say at all.

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