Lou, I think it a case of each to their own, but this is MY summation of eBay for what it's worth.

I don't like the 'atmosphere' that is pervading eBay. 

I don't like the draconian approach taken against honest sellers for minor infractions of the 'rules'.  

I don't like the blind eye turned to scammers, shill bidders - let them go on their merry way, whilst everyone else gets drawn and quartered.

I don't like that eBay has given itself permission to steal sellers items and money.

...and let's not forget PayPal.  Whilst its 180 day policy doesn't affect Australia YET, it won't be long.

I am electing to not sell on eBay whilst my record here is 100% intact.

I choose to not have to watch my back, or sleep with one eye open waiting for the 'defects' to get me.

I have a preference to leave here voluntarily, rather than the eBay 'you're fired'.

I consider my decision to be an 'offensive' approach, rather than have to be continually on the 'defensive' - something I don't have the time or intestinal fortitude to put up with.

I won't close this ID for some time, as these boards will make for very interesting reading in the coming months.