Happy Australia Day to our Aussie members.

To those in the far west, another hot one for you with temperatures well over 40C (105F). Keep your fluids up to prevent dehydration, and take care in the surf.

Queensland in Australia's north has once again been hit by frightful floods and there's a cyclone forming as well. For our members up that way, please stay safe. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

To all my other compatriots.... enjoy today's celebrations. A day at the beach is in order for me, and then possibly an Australia Day concert in my area.