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Tree man: Aotearoa
@dfromaotearoa.bsky.social
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'The person with a narrow vision sees a narrow horizon, the person with a wide vision sees a wide horizon."

‘He rangi tā Matawhāiti, he rangi tā Matawhānui'

Technocrat - and lots of tree stuff.

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Tree man: Aotearoa @dfromaotearoa.bsky.social · Nov 19
If you think ecosystem services are separated from material prosperity, then I've a climate based hurricane/polar blast/drought/heatwave/flood for your consideration.

What is it you're suggesting politicians do about the risk to the commons?
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aphclarkson.bsky.social
While we're all discussing stupid shit, could we consign the Indo-Pacific as a strategic thing into a conceptual trashcan?

It crams a whole bunch of distinct geographic areas, political cultures and strategic challenges into a single dysfunctional package that fuels eternal bureaucratic turf wars.
February 11, 2026 at 3:08 PM
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timcurran.bsky.social
www.australiangeographic.com.au/news/2019/03...
17 incredible Australian women in botany - Australian Geographic
Australia is home to many talented botanists, many of whom are women. Here are just a few of their stories.
www.australiangeographic.com.au
February 11, 2026 at 8:00 AM
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digs.bsky.social
The flightless #kakapo usually nest underground. Yesterday we found the coolest nest I’ve ever seen: Whetu was 3m above ground in a hollow rata tree. #kakapo2026 #conservation #birds
February 11, 2026 at 8:23 AM
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forestryjournal.bsky.social
The National Forest’s Hollie Davison spoke to FJ all about Community Woodlands for our Women in Forestry series.

FULL FEATURE: www.forestryjournal.co.uk/features/for...
February 11, 2026 at 9:45 AM
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metservice.com
You can enable notifications for Severe Thunderstorm Warnings in your area on the MetService app, or keep up-to-date at www.metservice.com/warnings/home
MetService - Te Ratonga Tirorangi
www.metservice.com
February 11, 2026 at 4:39 AM
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vangogh.bsky.social
Vegetable Gardens in Montmartre - 1887
https://botfrens.com/collections/46/contents/14210
January 29, 2026 at 8:18 PM
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adamkeiper.com
ffs

www.nytimes.com/2026/02/10/u...
Pride Flag Is Removed From Stonewall Monument After Trump Directive
www.nytimes.com
February 10, 2026 at 6:24 PM
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chowleen.bsky.social
Anticipating the year of the horse 🐎
February 9, 2026 at 11:31 PM
dfromaotearoa.bsky.social
Post a banger that isn't in English.

m.youtube.com/watch?v=y2ET...
February 9, 2026 at 7:59 PM
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anjalikdayal.bsky.social
How does every union general have a face like he knows what an iPhone is
1865 Matthew Brady photo of Sherman and his generals from the Library of Congress. The photo is black and white; the generals are in full union uniform. Three are seated, interspersed between four who are standing. All have facial hair and look to my eyes strangely modern.
February 9, 2026 at 5:44 PM
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sanatintarihi.bsky.social
Gustave Caillebotte - The Yerres, Effect of Rain - 1875 (Eskenazi Museum of Art)
February 9, 2026 at 3:49 PM
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margarita.bsky.social
In good news, a little one was born in Utah🦒

www.sltrib.com/news/2026/01...
Utah Hogle Zoo photo, giraffe and parents
February 9, 2026 at 3:04 PM
dfromaotearoa.bsky.social
Repost with a photo of yours that would make a good album cover.
My picture of a colorful sunrise behind a power pylon
February 9, 2026 at 11:35 AM
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douglascheape.bsky.social
Repost with a photo of yours that would make a good album cover.
Our dearly departed Maisie on Port of Ness Beach.
February 9, 2026 at 11:22 AM
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dieworkwear.bsky.social
Issues have come up as recently as last summer. It's difficult to adjudicate every single claim because Zara always has some excuse. But ask yourself: why has this company attracted so many claims for so long? IMO, the issue is structural: fast fashion is inherently exploitative.
Report at Business and Human Rights Centre reads: Morocco: Global brand garment factories accused of labour abuses against women workers; incl. co. response Text reads: Workers in Morocco’s garment sector, mostly women, reportedly face widespread informal employment, wage violations, repression of union activity, and hazardous working conditions in factories and workshops producing for global brands, including Mango. Workers in both legally established factories and informal subcontracted workshops describe excessive production targets, unpaid overtime, lack of access to basic hygiene facilities, and workplace harassment. A former worker cited producing garments for Mango and Zara under intensified quotas that led to deteriorating health conditions and irregular layoffs. NGOs and unions report that minimum wages are rarely paid outside unionised factories, and union activity often leads to threats, dismissals, or isolation. The rise of informal outsourcing, lack of effective enforcement, and recent legislative changes further restrict freedom of association, especially for women. Some employers have declared bankruptcy while owing unpaid wages and severance, leaving workers with little recourse.
February 9, 2026 at 6:52 AM
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womensartbluesky.bsky.social
'MOVIN' ON', mini art quilt by textile artist Nancy Messier #WomensArt #Monday
Pictorial textile artwork featuring a view looking down on a cyclist in a red top with shadow to the side against a white quilted surface
February 9, 2026 at 5:47 AM
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tate.bsky.social
Camille Pissarro, A Corner of the Meadow at Eragny, 1902
https://botfrens.com/collections/14375/contents/1114605
date inscribed Presented by Mrs Esther Pissarro, the artist's daughter-in-law 1951
February 9, 2026 at 12:19 AM
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notjustdna.bsky.social
#Christchurch #NZ Annual Farewell to the Godwits ceremony, Sat. 28 Feb

1 pm: Free sausages, music, drinks.

1.30pm: Welcome & guided walk by CCC park rangers to view the birds before they leave for Alaska.

Suitable for all ages. *Please leave the dog at home*

estuary.org.nz/event/annual...

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Annual 'Farewell to the Godwits' Ceremony 2026 - Avon-Heathcote Estuary Trust
Annual Farewell to the godwits ceremony to “Wish the Godwits a safe return to their breeding grounds in Alaska” Saturday, 28 February 2026 Southshore Spit Reserve (at the very end […]
estuary.org.nz
February 8, 2026 at 7:13 AM
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audioculturenz.bsky.social
Is Railway Pie Aotearoa’s longest-running group? Forming in Palmerson North during the late 60s jug band boom, they are still playing today. Bassist Alan Young: “The blues revival broke out; all of a sudden you could get vinyl reissues of 1920s recordings... www.audioculture.co.nz/articles/rai...
Railway Pie - Article | AudioCulture
Formed during the jug band boom of the late 60s, Railway Pie can lay claim to being the last jug band standing. Featuring original members Jack Craw, Jim Crawford and Terry Toohill in the line-up, alo...
www.audioculture.co.nz
February 8, 2026 at 7:10 AM
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janrosenow.bsky.social
Industrial heat is one of the hardest parts of the energy transition.

This sand battery is now delivering fossil-free heat for industry, storing renewable electricity as high-temperature heat and releasing it when needed. Simple idea, big impact.
February 8, 2026 at 9:01 AM
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joshtpm.bsky.social
read through this entire thread
markhisted.org Mark Histed @markhisted.org · 4d
Re: Science Mag editorial celebrating mainly the inside/quiet advocacy done this year, I offer this in lighthearted response. 🧪

This is a Myanmar woman doing her usual, longstanding dance routine while black cars speed by to carry out a coup. 1/4
February 8, 2026 at 5:32 AM
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andy.hopepunk.club
My goal as a parent was always to raise better men than me

I just received a video from one son of my other son juggling dildos outside the Whipple Building

There are many things I could have done better but I can't really argue with the results
February 7, 2026 at 6:34 PM
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schnorkles.bsky.social
Liberals getting literally the sports except for like.. NASCAR in the divorce is honestly really funny.
govpressoffice.gov.ca.gov Governor Newsom Press Office @govpressoffice.gov.ca.gov · 3d
Wow. MAGA admits it is rooting AGAINST Team USA because athletes are using their first amendment rights!
February 8, 2026 at 2:22 AM
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marcdaalder.bsky.social
I found the NZ fairy tern / tara-iti! There are only about 50 adult fairy terns in New Zealand, making them the rarest bird that breeds here by far. It took a lot of trial and error (and some dumb luck) but yesterday, I succeeded! 🪶
www.instagram.com/reel/DUeIROk...
February 8, 2026 at 3:01 AM
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anjalikdayal.bsky.social
this is now my whole personality
A photo still from the Milan 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony. Dancers are dressed as bright, colorful moka pots, with lids worn as hats and matching bright stockings and black pumps on their feet. The dancer’s arms make the handles of th moka pots in the same bright colors.
February 7, 2026 at 3:16 PM