[Gobbledock]

"Tony Abbott will from next month have a member of his “Lycra Cabinet”, the group of close male friends from school and university days who cycle ­together, on the inside of the government-owned body Airservices Australia".

Well the appointment won't be because Tony needs an insider, it will be because Tony will be punted by this time next year. It's more likely just another nepotistic appointment, jobs for the mates, the usual reason. And to be honest the last thing we need is another middle age egotist strutting around in his lycra showing of his 'Frank and beans'. Fools.

I think it more interesting how Farmboy wouldn't 'endorse' ASA a second time, but he only expressed faith in Sir Anus. That's a message in itself, An(g)us is safe, the new Board blood is safe, but everyone else is fair game, and that includes 'young Jason. I reckon this game has a few yards to run yet, and only the smartest or best connected will survive! Hey Jase, better have your CV updated mate. Perhaps Herr Russell and friends will give you a job?

And finally Mr Truss, you have done well old mate and put some quick recovery plans into place pronto. Lined up a fall-guy, brought in Sluggers school buddy, watching your words even more carefully. Some rapid fire ass covering! But will it be enough Miniscule? Might not be if the Senators get your footstools on the stand and the ANAO get their teeth into your cash cow ASA?

Nice try, but it's still TICK TOCK Miniscule.