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High school library worker, trying to encourage reading. Grandmother. Social justice. Living on Kaurna Land. LGTBIA rights. CIS female. Equity, equality and recognising that Western civilisation has a lot to answer for. Free Palestine
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Opinion | "Islamophobic rhetoric does not remain rhetorical ... It signals to media commentators and online trolls that Muslims are fair game, that suspicion is patriotic, and that our pain is collateral," writes Ramia Abdo Sultan.
Scott Morrison’s Islamophobic rhetoric tells racists their hatred merely echoes a national concern
www.crikey.com.au
January 29, 2026 at 4:34 AM
Opinion | "Islamophobic rhetoric does not remain rhetorical ... It signals to media commentators and online trolls that Muslims are fair game, that suspicion is patriotic, and that our pain is collateral," writes Ramia Abdo Sultan.
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Brilliant reporting here by Gareth Hutchens on the Atlas Network and its insidious work across the world, including Australia
www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...
www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...
A discreet intellectual network has been reshaping the world for 70 years. Here's how
A constant battle of ideas reshapes the world we live in, and few groups have been more successful in winning the war than the little-known Atlas Network.
www.abc.net.au
January 25, 2026 at 9:48 PM
Brilliant reporting here by Gareth Hutchens on the Atlas Network and its insidious work across the world, including Australia
www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...
www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...
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Repost this if a/ you’ve never autographed bombs and b/ you object to the President of Israel visiting Australia (he autographs bombs) #auspol
www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...
www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...
Lawyers request AFP probe into Israeli president as Australian visit looms
The Australian Centre for International Justice has formally requested a police investigation into Israel's president for alleged incitement to genocide. He is expected to visit to Australia next mont...
www.abc.net.au
January 23, 2026 at 11:52 AM
Repost this if a/ you’ve never autographed bombs and b/ you object to the President of Israel visiting Australia (he autographs bombs) #auspol
www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...
www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...
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ABC Indigenous doesn’t mince words
January 23, 2026 at 6:33 AM
ABC Indigenous doesn’t mince words
Apologies to the person who originally posted this
January 22, 2026 at 9:10 AM
Apologies to the person who originally posted this
It seems nothing has changed since I went to school in the 1970's! Bata Scouts shoes were what the cool kids had. But school uniforms should be generic. And social media influencers spruiking things like expensive brands of water bottles should be a red flag
www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...
www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...
If your kid's asking for brands, your response could make a huge difference
Managing back-to-school costs, especially when kids want expensive brand name items, can cause a lot of stress for families. But including children in the budgeting and decision-making process is key ...
www.abc.net.au
January 22, 2026 at 7:35 AM
It seems nothing has changed since I went to school in the 1970's! Bata Scouts shoes were what the cool kids had. But school uniforms should be generic. And social media influencers spruiking things like expensive brands of water bottles should be a red flag
www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...
www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...
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For those asking, the #SundayShot returns on Sunday February 1. If you haven't already, get ready for 2026 by subscribing to our channel so you never miss an episode👇!
www.youtube.com/@TheSundayShot
www.youtube.com/@TheSundayShot
The Sunday Shot
The Sunday Shot streams at 9am AEDT each Sunday.
The Shot's Jo Dyer and Dave Milner are joined each week by a roster of Australia's best independent journalists and thinkers to discuss what's been ha...
www.youtube.com
January 22, 2026 at 12:38 AM
For those asking, the #SundayShot returns on Sunday February 1. If you haven't already, get ready for 2026 by subscribing to our channel so you never miss an episode👇!
www.youtube.com/@TheSundayShot
www.youtube.com/@TheSundayShot
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Israel killed three Palestinian journalists in Gaza on Wednesday, including a freelance cameraman who contributed to CBS News. The network's president, Tom Cibrowski, let staff know at a meeting this morning, noting that Abdul Raouf Shaat had just been married. www.washingtonpost.com/world/2026/0...
Israel kills 3 journalists in Gaza, including CBS News contributor
The journalists were killed Wednesday in a strike on their car in central Gaza. Israel’s military said it struck “several suspects” who were operating a drone.
www.washingtonpost.com
January 21, 2026 at 9:40 PM
Israel killed three Palestinian journalists in Gaza on Wednesday, including a freelance cameraman who contributed to CBS News. The network's president, Tom Cibrowski, let staff know at a meeting this morning, noting that Abdul Raouf Shaat had just been married. www.washingtonpost.com/world/2026/0...
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And Venezuela
Trump posts an image depicting Canada and Greenland as part of the United States
January 20, 2026 at 10:27 AM
And Venezuela
I'm reliably informed that my entire library budget for the school $3000 which goes to books, covering, processing and labeling, displays and professional development is less than the cost of one AI influencers workshop for one day. And to be clear they have no qualifications in technology or AI.
January 19, 2026 at 10:56 AM
I'm reliably informed that my entire library budget for the school $3000 which goes to books, covering, processing and labeling, displays and professional development is less than the cost of one AI influencers workshop for one day. And to be clear they have no qualifications in technology or AI.
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We couldn’t possibly change the date. It’s just not something we do.
January 19, 2026 at 7:35 AM
We couldn’t possibly change the date. It’s just not something we do.
If Iran has the bones of a democracy, so does Israel
January 19, 2026 at 10:43 AM
If Iran has the bones of a democracy, so does Israel
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Spy company Palantir has won top-level Australian govt security clearance despite involvement in Gaza genocide. @sstephanietrann.bsky.social investigates #auspol
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"We kill enemies": Spy firm Palantir secures top Australian security clearance - Michael West
Cybersecurity company Palantir has high-level Australian government security clearance despite its complicity in the Gaza genocide.
michaelwest.com.au
January 19, 2026 at 5:38 AM
Spy company Palantir has won top-level Australian govt security clearance despite involvement in Gaza genocide. @sstephanietrann.bsky.social investigates #auspol
michaelwest.com.au/we-kill-enem...
michaelwest.com.au/we-kill-enem...
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Was honored to get the call to be one of The Guardian’s Big Interviews in G2. A thorough and thoughtful piece that digs into the real fundaments of the AI bubble narrative.
www.theguardian.com/technology/2...
www.theguardian.com/technology/2...
Ed Zitron on big tech, backlash, boom and bust: ‘AI has taught us that people are excited to replace human beings’
His blunt, brash scepticism has made the podcaster and writer something of a cult figure. But as concern over large language models builds, he’s no longer the outsider he once was
www.theguardian.com
January 19, 2026 at 5:29 AM
Was honored to get the call to be one of The Guardian’s Big Interviews in G2. A thorough and thoughtful piece that digs into the real fundaments of the AI bubble narrative.
www.theguardian.com/technology/2...
www.theguardian.com/technology/2...
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Was going to launch this at Adelaide - but will now be Canberra in March. I suck at promotion, but it’s open for pre order at wherever you get your books (and you can ask your library for it too) 🩷
"Where It All Went Wrong: The Case Against John Howard"
by @amyremeikis.bsky.social
On the thirtieth anniversary of John Howard coming to power, a searing analysis of the untouchable prime minister: how the ‘great economic manager’ sold our future. 26Feb2026 #auspol #AusHistory #politics #BookSky
by @amyremeikis.bsky.social
On the thirtieth anniversary of John Howard coming to power, a searing analysis of the untouchable prime minister: how the ‘great economic manager’ sold our future. 26Feb2026 #auspol #AusHistory #politics #BookSky
January 18, 2026 at 6:09 AM
Was going to launch this at Adelaide - but will now be Canberra in March. I suck at promotion, but it’s open for pre order at wherever you get your books (and you can ask your library for it too) 🩷
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Lol. A “peace board” where the only thing missing is anyone who might disturb the whole vibe by being affected.
No women. No Palestinians. No Arabs. No Muslims.
Peace, apparently. Just very conveniently and selectively distributed.
No women. No Palestinians. No Arabs. No Muslims.
Peace, apparently. Just very conveniently and selectively distributed.
January 17, 2026 at 11:58 PM
Lol. A “peace board” where the only thing missing is anyone who might disturb the whole vibe by being affected.
No women. No Palestinians. No Arabs. No Muslims.
Peace, apparently. Just very conveniently and selectively distributed.
No women. No Palestinians. No Arabs. No Muslims.
Peace, apparently. Just very conveniently and selectively distributed.
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Tony Blair joins the elite club of people who collaborated on crimes against humanity in two different conflicts
Trump names Tony Blair, Jared Kushner to Gaza ‘Board of Peace’
Former UK prime minister's role on Trump-led Gaza oversight committee expected to spur widespread condemnation.
www.aljazeera.com
January 17, 2026 at 6:46 AM
Tony Blair joins the elite club of people who collaborated on crimes against humanity in two different conflicts
Oh the joys of having an Airbnb next door to your shared rental townhouse. Originally had a family of five renting. Now party animals, people who don't have to consider or negotiate with their neighbours. Remember that? You never know who is paying a huge amount to do as they please
January 16, 2026 at 9:54 AM
Oh the joys of having an Airbnb next door to your shared rental townhouse. Originally had a family of five renting. Now party animals, people who don't have to consider or negotiate with their neighbours. Remember that? You never know who is paying a huge amount to do as they please
So funny,yet pertinent and indicative of where we are right now.
📺 OMG—who made this?! Noah Wyle has a message for all you—vaccine skeptics…
Share with a friend who needs to hear it.
Share with a friend who needs to hear it.
January 16, 2026 at 8:11 AM
So funny,yet pertinent and indicative of where we are right now.
"The Australian government says it was not in control of offshore detention facilities in Papua New Guinea, despite funding the centres"
Why is the government funding them when there is no oversight or accountability? Because they don't care about human rights or dignity
Why is the government funding them when there is no oversight or accountability? Because they don't care about human rights or dignity
January 16, 2026 at 6:58 AM
"The Australian government says it was not in control of offshore detention facilities in Papua New Guinea, despite funding the centres"
Why is the government funding them when there is no oversight or accountability? Because they don't care about human rights or dignity
Why is the government funding them when there is no oversight or accountability? Because they don't care about human rights or dignity
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🚨 Public power should serve people, not billionaires. Handing corporate execs the keys to shape Australia’s R&D future is a breach of trust. We need integrity, transparency & stronger conflict-of-interest laws—now. ✊ #HandsOffPublicPolicy #IntegrityFirst #auspol www.getup.org.au/campaigns/ec...
Billionaire Hands off Public Policy!
Tesla's chair is in charge of our tech future - but it should be us shaping policy
www.getup.org.au
October 15, 2025 at 12:40 AM
🚨 Public power should serve people, not billionaires. Handing corporate execs the keys to shape Australia’s R&D future is a breach of trust. We need integrity, transparency & stronger conflict-of-interest laws—now. ✊ #HandsOffPublicPolicy #IntegrityFirst #auspol www.getup.org.au/campaigns/ec...
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At least 32 Palestinians, including 7 infants, have died from extreme weather in Gaza’s displacement camps. More than 1.5 million Palestinians remain without heating, winter supplies, or safe shelter as Israel continues to restrict aid.
#Infograph
#Infograph
January 15, 2026 at 7:32 AM
At least 32 Palestinians, including 7 infants, have died from extreme weather in Gaza’s displacement camps. More than 1.5 million Palestinians remain without heating, winter supplies, or safe shelter as Israel continues to restrict aid.
#Infograph
#Infograph
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SA Premier Peter Malinauskas insists calls and a letter to exclude Dr Randa Abdel-Fattah were just his “opinion”
Rowland: “Excuse the interruption — you’re not just anybody.”💥
Is this guy serious? Shocking excuses. He knew exactly what he was doing.
Rowland: “Excuse the interruption — you’re not just anybody.”💥
Is this guy serious? Shocking excuses. He knew exactly what he was doing.
January 14, 2026 at 10:38 PM
SA Premier Peter Malinauskas insists calls and a letter to exclude Dr Randa Abdel-Fattah were just his “opinion”
Rowland: “Excuse the interruption — you’re not just anybody.”💥
Is this guy serious? Shocking excuses. He knew exactly what he was doing.
Rowland: “Excuse the interruption — you’re not just anybody.”💥
Is this guy serious? Shocking excuses. He knew exactly what he was doing.
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Some thoughts on Adelaide Writers' Week and the moment we find ourselves in. It's all just so grinding. rick-morton.ghost.io/the-great-si...
The Great Silencing
Last week it snowed heavily twice in Paris, turning the city into a frigid, monochrome fantasy land over three days, and at the weekend I popped into the Musée Marmottan Monet for a spot of impression...
rick-morton.ghost.io
January 14, 2026 at 9:25 PM
Some thoughts on Adelaide Writers' Week and the moment we find ourselves in. It's all just so grinding. rick-morton.ghost.io/the-great-si...