David Beckham and the LA Galaxy played an exhibition game here in Sydney last night against Sydney FC in front of 82,000 fans.  It was a great game with Sydney FC winning 5-3.  It was great to see such a high scoring game.  The highlight was a trademark goal from Beckham from 25 metres out. 

Sydney FC goalkeeper Clint Bolton can
only flap as a trademark David Beckham free-kick dips and curls
over the wall and into the net last night.

Australia has a new Government and a new Prime Minister with Kevin Rudd from the Australian Labor Party elected in the Federal election on November 24 2007.    

We in Australia are fortunate that we live in a great democracy, where there can be such a smooth change in Government.

This change in Government sees the end of 11 years of Liberal government under Prime Minister John Howard.   John Howard leaves a strong legacy.  Australia is a stronger and prouder country.  Key successes include strength of the Australian economy and increased prosperity.  Australia has also become a true global player on the world stage over the recent decade.