Looks as if we're not alone - today's Leader

GLEN Eira Council has been dubbed “thoughtless” for not making an immediate cash donation to help in the wake of the Australia’s worst natural disaster.
Donations of more than $93 million have poured in from individuals, organisations and councils for the Victoria bushfire appeal so far.
But 10 days after the fires destroyed so many families and houses, Glen Eira Council - with a surplus of $5.23 million for the 2008-09 financial year - had not pledged any cash.
In a statement, Mayor Helen Whiteside said the council was “making available” equipment, vehicles and staff with expertise to help affected areas.
The council could not say how many staff or vehicles were available to help.
When the Leader asked if money would be donated, council spokesman Paul Burke stated in an email that councillors were “finalising the details” of a donation and a formal decision was likely to be made today.
“The amount will be in excess of $10,000,” he said.
Mr Burke said the council would organise a charity concert in March.
Glen Eira Residents’ Action Group president Andrew Bunn said he didn’t understand the delay.
“It’s a tragedy that’s touched all Australians so it’s surprising to me they have delayed in any way showing at least a little generosity ... that’s thoughtless,” he said.
“All Australians are feeling for these people and donating.
“There should be no need for a meeting or major discussion.”
Carnegie resident Mary Walsh said the council media release had a “total lack of recognition of the human costs involved”.