olkicom » user profile
![](https://files.ozbargain.com.au/g/128.jpg)
Member Since | 05/11/2016 |
---|---|
Last Seen | 3 hours 32 min |
Location | VIC |
Recent Activities
![](https://files.ozbargain.com.au/g/38.jpg)
Unfortunately not because there are other issues with beef production that threaten animal lives. For example, most land clearing (which…
![](https://files.ozbargain.com.au/g/38.jpg)
A significant portion of cows raised are grain fed. As I mentioned in my previous comment, removing factory farming from the equation would…
![](https://files.ozbargain.com.au/g/38.jpg)
In my post, I referred to the unlikely proliferation of farm animals in the wild. Most of the animals that you listed don't fit the…
![](https://files.ozbargain.com.au/g/38.jpg)
I looked up where lysine can be obtained in vegan sources. You can find lysine in foods such as lentils, soy-based foods, beans and nuts.…
![](https://files.ozbargain.com.au/g/38.jpg)
> What do you mean by this? So it's the act of killing the main reason and not that the animal feels pain? I believe that I can live just…
![](https://files.ozbargain.com.au/g/38.jpg)
In what ways do you think it is impractical?
![](https://files.ozbargain.com.au/g/38.jpg)
> To me, if other animals are allowed to kill to eat meat, then so can humans. If you think that is a fair rationalisation for eating meat…
![](https://files.ozbargain.com.au/g/38.jpg)
Thanks for the sources, I'll have a look and get back to you.
![](https://files.ozbargain.com.au/g/38.jpg)
> Doesn't change the fact they would still kill other animals Yes. That is true. > I don't either. But if you're fine with other animals…
![](https://files.ozbargain.com.au/g/38.jpg)
Humans are much smarter than dogs, a person can look at the impacts that their lifestyle has on other people and/or animals and…
![](https://files.ozbargain.com.au/g/38.jpg)
Can I see sources for this?
![](https://files.ozbargain.com.au/g/38.jpg)
Sure, if that's what they need to do to survive. The fact is, most humans do not live in the wild. We have the privilege of living in a…
![](https://files.ozbargain.com.au/g/38.jpg)
That would not happen to farm animals because quite honestly, they would not be able to survive in the wild at any significant population.…
![](https://files.ozbargain.com.au/g/38.jpg)
Vegans aim to minimise harm to animals to an extent that is practical. Living in modern society, it is near impossible to lead a lifestyle…
![](https://files.ozbargain.com.au/g/38.jpg)
It's difficult to consider humans part of the natural biosphere in modern society. Most - if not all - meat that people consume comes from…
![](https://files.ozbargain.com.au/g/38.jpg)
olkicom replied to
jackaroo007 on Philips 32” $213.30, Lenovo MIIX 700 with 4G $687.60, BenQ 25”GL2580H $133.2, HP 250 i5 Laptop $493.2 (+Shipping) @ JW Comp eBay
![](https://files.ozbargain.com.au/g/20.jpg)
I'm trying it for the BENQ monitor and am getting the message "This code can't be applied to some of your items."
![](https://files.ozbargain.com.au/g/38.jpg)
olkicom commented on Philips 32” $213.30, Lenovo MIIX 700 with 4G $687.60, BenQ 25”GL2580H $133.2, HP 250 i5 Laptop $493.2 (+Shipping) @ JW Comp eBay
I'd like to buy the monitor but the code isn't working.
![](https://files.ozbargain.com.au/g/38.jpg)
olkicom replied to
yoshiyoshi on Best Credit Card While Traveling around Vietnam with travel insurance
![](https://files.ozbargain.com.au/g/20.jpg)
Customer service is pretty shite. I've had a few issues with them, mostly minor. For example, losing my first application and sending me a…
![](https://files.ozbargain.com.au/g/38.jpg)
Appreciate the advice! I am leaning towards the Mazda 3.
![](https://files.ozbargain.com.au/g/38.jpg)
What's wrong with the Focus? It seems highly regarded.
![](https://files.ozbargain.com.au/g/38.jpg)
haha, my parents are paying for the lot despite me saying no, if you can believe that. I was content with our current car but they want to…
![](https://files.ozbargain.com.au/g/38.jpg)
olkicom posted a forum topic Looking for a Small New Car (Budget ~ $25,000)
Hi, as per the title I am looking for a small new car (not used, at my parents' insistence) at $25 000 or below. I will just be using it…
![](https://files.ozbargain.com.au/g/38.jpg)
olkicom commented on QANTAS: Hong Kong ret Melb $560, Bris $561, Sydney $561, Adel $613. Shanghai ret Syd $549, Melb $550, Bris $551, Adel $600 @IWTF
To get the cheapest flight from Melbourne I have to book with BestJet? Isn't that a bit dodge?
![](https://files.ozbargain.com.au/g/38.jpg)
olkicom joined OzBargain.
Welcome aboard!