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How a billion-dollar dream blew up a friendship with an AFL star

Eithne @efrl.bsky.social · 10h

IMO a classic example of the unfettered greed of all involved.

I have not a twinge of sympathy for any of them.

#Sourasis #Pendlebury #WMGStadium

www.abc.net.au/news/2025-10...

Former Magpies skipper Scott Pendlebury has hired one of Australia's most high-profile commercial lawyers to claim millions that he alleges his former confidant misappropriated.

Unintended consequences of Trump's tariffs on display at Asian summit

Eithne @efrl.bsky.social · 10h

#Trump 'hoisted by his own petard'?

When trade with #America is replaced by trade with #China.

The, should have been, expectations of Trump probably didn't occur to him.

But @latingle.bsky.social covers it more broadly and so much better.

#ASEAN #Australia

www.abc.net.au/news/2025-10...

The unintended consequences of Donald Trump's tariffs may be the exact opposite of what was intended: closer links between ASEAN countries and China, and the creation of an even bigger manufacturing h...

Class action ignites pressure for cultural change in ADF

Eithne @efrl.bsky.social · 10h

2/2
Crippled by inertia, #ADF must fear the huge drop in numbers a thorough clean-out of #badapples would create.

The result can only be tht by not taking action good people won't join, &those already there won't tolerate the reality they find themselves in.

#classaction the only effective lever.

Eithne @efrl.bsky.social · 10h

How can the #ADF expect to attract decent people when their current reputation shows how little they care for their personnel.

Countless investigations hve proved a culture of #Misogyny, #abuse, #sexualAssault #VeteranSuicide #violence. Few recommendations acted on.

www.abc.net.au/news/2025-10...

After countless reports, inquiries and investigations, a class action against Defence is reigniting calls for cultural reform and accountability within the Australian Defence Force.

Former servicewoman says she was threatened with rape for standing up to boss

Eithne @efrl.bsky.social · 21h

The #ADF would like us to see them as #heroes just for wearing the uniform and making pledges.

How many of these violent misogynists join XRW hate groups after serving?

So many investigations over the years have been ignored.

I hope this case names and shames all.

www.abc.net.au/news/2025-10...

The class action, which was officially launched in the Federal Court today, will operate on an opt-out basis.

NSW prisoners could face harsh penalty for trivial offences such as ‘looking untidy’ after Labor ignores legal advice

Eithne @efrl.bsky.social · 1d

#Minns

You're a disgrace to the party you represent.
@australianlabor.bsky.social #Labor

Evidence keeps rolling in.

NSW should have been able to enjoy some reprieve after tossing out the #LNP , but no, you've made things worse in too many instances.

www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...

Ombudsman releases secret advice against government plan to lower standard of proof for misconduct

Fake injuries, hidden cameras and an x-ray table: Inside the FBI gambling sting

Eithne @efrl.bsky.social · 1d

When you think you can never be wealthy enough.

When we think your greed is unacceptable.

It's way past time to ban #SportsGambling.

#gambling #moneyLaundering #Mafia #nba

www.abc.net.au/news/2025-10...

The allegations involve NBA luminaries, multiple New York mafia families, millions in cash and even an x-ray poker table that could read cards face down.

Big? Beautiful? Donald Trump is literally ripping apart the home of US democracy. Is anyone really surprised? | Emma Brockes

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Max B 💙 🔶 🇺🇦 🇬🇧 🇪🇺 @maxbrockbank.com · 3d

A👁 is not all bad.

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Daryl Maguire’s tractor @daryltractor.bsky.social · 2d

I would vote for any candidate who proposed jailing people who say “got time for a quick call?” the moment I attempt to eat lunch

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Eithne @efrl.bsky.social · 2d

3/3

IOW #Australia, don't be like #America.

Eithne @efrl.bsky.social · 2d

The analogy of #Trump's #wreckingBall to democracy 😭🤬

www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

Demolition work has begun on part of the White House’s East Wing to make way for the president’s ballroom. Truly, these are post-satirical times, says Guardian columnist Emma Brockes

White House East Wing will be torn ‘within days’ even as no plans filed for Trump’s new ballroom

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Eithne @efrl.bsky.social · 2d

Every single day #Trump's chaotic actions reveal, again and again, how appallingly weak #America's version of #democracy truly is.

RIP #America

Be warned Australia, it can happen here.
Others of like mind are emboldened to gear up.

www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...

Demolition has drawn fierce backlash, with National Trust for Historic Preservation saying plans are ‘legally required’

Jewish figures across the globe call on UN and world leaders to sanction Israel

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Eithne @efrl.bsky.social · 2d

Will this make any difference?

#Israel #UN #Sanctions #Genocide #Palestine

www.theguardian.com/world/2025/o...

Exclusive: In an open letter, Israeli ex-officials, artists and intellectuals say ‘unconscionable’ actions in Gaza amount to genocide

How China's heavy-handed rare earths threat backfired

Eithne @efrl.bsky.social · 2d

#IanVerrender's report on #rareEarths/ #minerals is fascinating & horrifying.
Governments with their short-term view of te electoral cycle have no defence against the #longterm planning of #China.

Case in point - mining & manufacturing of rare earths.
#Ransom #Power

www.abc.net.au/news/2025-10...

America dominates the global financial system. The Middle East controls energy. And China, during the past 40 years, has created a vice-like grip on the mining, refining and production of global metal...

Australian journalism prizes 'objectivity' over truth

Eithne @efrl.bsky.social · 3d

Consolidating my love for all that @amyremeikis.bsky.social writes..

'Because in this form of journalistic analysis or endeavour, it is not the substance of the discussion, but the debate itself that matters.' and more..

#Marr #Hedges #MSM

www.deepcutnews.com/p/australian...

The dispute between Chris Hedges and David Marr reveals much about the state of our press

www.deepcutnews.com

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Eithne @efrl.bsky.social · 3d

Yess! Under 13 👏👏💪🤩

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Tony @tonyshepherd.bsky.social · 3d

Yes that is 2nd in the whole world.

The IMF reports on 191 countries.

We are also only 1 of 7 out 191 countries with a "AAA" credit rating.

Better than the USA etc.

So, if the media, the Libs, the Nats, One Nation, are saying things are bad in Oz, I think we can safely assume they are lying.

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Eithne @efrl.bsky.social · 3d

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Rudd Begins 1st Phase Of ‘Kevin27’ By Gaslighting JD Vance Into Thinking He's Being Sidelined By Trump — The Betoota Advocate share.google/DDAgCn6Th1FN...

Rudd Begins 1st Phase Of ‘Kevin27’ By Gaslighting JD Vance Into Thinking He's Being Sidelined By Trump

CLANCY OVERELL | Editor | CONTACT Australian Ambassador to the US, Kevin Rudd, has officially begun the first stages of his secret vendetta to make President Trump regret the day he ran his mouth abou...

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Controversial rare earth mine in Victorian town fast-tracked by government deal

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Meryl @meggsy46.bsky.social · 3d

Don't stress, Gina is on the job. As usual the Australian taxpayer will foot the bill for building all the necessary infrastructure and forgo any and all profits so the money can be fast tracked into Gina's coffers. There will be no profits to be taxed, Gina knows all the tax loopholes!

Eithne @efrl.bsky.social · 3d

Mining rights for #rareEarth approved but how much does Australia make from them, and, is it an ongoing $benefit to Australian coffers?

Anyone know?
Get this right.
No more giving away our natural resources.

#Astron (Hong Kong) #EnergyFuels ( #US )

www.abc.net.au/news/2025-10...

The federal government grants major project status to a joint US and Hong Kong mine in regional Victoria.

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Eithne @efrl.bsky.social · 3d

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#GinaRinehart

bystander1.bsky.social @bystander1.bsky.social · 4d

Good day for Gina Rinehart
Arafura’s biggest shareholder is Gina Rinehart’s Hancock Prospecting, which now owns 8.6 per cent of the company.
Arafura Rare Earths Ltd (ARU.AX)

Controversial rare earth mine in Victorian town fast-tracked by government deal

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kcarruthers @kcar.me · 3d

Perhaps tax the fuck out of this one eh?

Eithne @efrl.bsky.social · 3d

Mining rights for #rareEarth approved but how much does Australia make from them, and, is it an ongoing $benefit to Australian coffers?

Anyone know?
Get this right.
No more giving away our natural resources.

#Astron (Hong Kong) #EnergyFuels ( #US )

www.abc.net.au/news/2025-10...

The federal government grants major project status to a joint US and Hong Kong mine in regional Victoria.

Controversial rare earth mine in Victorian town fast-tracked by government deal

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Eithne @efrl.bsky.social · 3d

Mining rights for #rareEarth approved but how much does Australia make from them, and, is it an ongoing $benefit to Australian coffers?

Anyone know?
Get this right.
No more giving away our natural resources.

#Astron (Hong Kong) #EnergyFuels ( #US )

www.abc.net.au/news/2025-10...

The federal government grants major project status to a joint US and Hong Kong mine in regional Victoria.

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Eithne @efrl.bsky.social · 4d

I rarely take less than 13🤔

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