Some old gems...

All right, I know everyone is bored while Michael is away, so I'm posting some old articles for your enjoyment...

From 1986 -- a 17-year-old Michael discusses
his future plans.

From 1994 -- while playing for GPS, Michael is
called up by the Queensland Reds and heads for Argentina to start several games. The article also details the motorcycle accident that nearly derailed his rugby career.

From 1995 -- Michael's first article for The Courier-Mail. Yes, it's the infamous "
stripsearched on the way back from Vietnam" article that helped earn him his 'Warco' nickname... before he'd even covered a war!

From 2002 -- during a break from covering the war in Afghanistan, Michael accepted an invitation to attend
Australian Fashion Week in Sydney. It's a huge event, and he has a unique perspective. Did I mention the photo of him in a suit and tie?

Enjoy!