[Sandy Reith]

All very well but the Government Business Enterprise model (independent statutory bodies) is an abject failure. Neither are they businesses nor are they enterprising. They were ill-conceived as a byproduct of Thatcher inspired privatisation (but a side effect certainly not of her making). Tax did not sound nice so its 'user pays', yes through the neck, no competition allowed. They removed the Minister from from full responsibility. They are not subject to the Public Service rules, therefore they are a different breed apart and hence have become a law unto themselves. Business? of course this is just part of the jargon designed by bureacracy to lull the senses to what is really going on here. Saving the taxpayer by levies and fees charged? Again, no, they cost far more than ever, the scandalous incompetence and stupendous waste is plain to see. The holier than thou "no politics please" is just silly. What is a government agency without accountability and without politics to keep it focused on the best outcomes for the populace at large? Go anywhere today, state and local governments included and you find the same arrogance and waste is becoming all pervasive. Public servants? You jest of course, you mean public masters and government above us all who, sometimes, allow us the 'privileges' to fly. We were brainwashed, and now we see that that former apathy and trust is leading to the destruction of an industry. 2016 GA Reform Year Action time.