There is no such thing as proof in science, only disproof and consensus (Letters, 4-5/1). For example, the consensus among most physicists is that Einstein's theory of relativity is correct but no amount of research will ever prove it, only disprove it.
Ian Davis, Bella Vista, NSW
So the taxpayer now has to fork out $400,000 to rescue global warming zealots stuck in ice. Surely given this nonsense has now become a religion to some, a quick whip-around on the plate next Sunday should pay for it?
Stephen Jones, Dawesville, WA
I think Viv Forbes (Letters, 4-5/1) is suffering from wind.
Bill Forbes, Kippaxs, NSW
The ever-increasing list of icebreakers joining the Antarctic rescue must surely give the lie to those deniers who foolishly claim that "green" enterprises don't create work.
Tim Fatchen, Mount Barker, SA
Julie Bishop is a surprise omission from Peter van Onselen's list as a leadership contender as she has demonstrated that she is no token female and assumes more undelegated leadership than the others mentioned combined ("Leadership jockeying starts now, if not in earnest", 4-5/1).
Maria Greensill, South Brisbane, Qld
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