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I have fond memories of a Christmas spent in Melbourne a few years ago. We had gone out to Oz for the wedding of our Best Man’s youngest son. We were all invited to the Bride’s parents’ house on Christmas Day. No worries about getting there we were told; just get on the train and it’s FREE. Seekeerz will probably know about this, I’m sure. The trains were on time, busy and full of celebrating Australians as well as a few Brits. The trains were staffed by volunteers (mainly non-Christians) and they get time off in lieu for their special religious festivals at other times of the year. What a splendid idea! Can you imagine that happening in the UK? Oh no! We have to close everything down, to the great inconvenience of those who have to work over the Christmas break. We had a lovely day and it was quite an experience spending Christmas Day soaking up the wonderful sunshine.
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