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lindaosborn.bsky.social
@lindaosborn.bsky.social
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Ōtautahi, Aotearoa
Old, retired. Main loves: 3 grown up girl kids, 1 boy cat, woodworking, gardening, fixing stuff. Lefty from way back, unionist, introvert, hates housework.
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Say NO to the Mine
Please do whatever you can to help oppose the Central Otago gold mine at Bendigo.
Say NO to the Mine
Please do whatever you can to help oppose the Central Otago Gold Mine at Bendigo. Below are a handful of easy ways you can help, along with an indication of how long each will take. Every minute yo…
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December 24, 2025 at 2:12 AM
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ciaraarmstrong.bsky.social
Finally!!!
I pushed through lots of pain to finish her. Really need to sell her quickly, & for as much $ as I can possibly get… definitely wanting at least $1500 as she’s very big.
78.5cm x 70cm.
Please share widely, I would greatly appreciate the help.
#CrossStitch #Kikorangi
#nzpol
Cross Stitch portrait of woman with black hair, green eyes, a green knitted jumper & yellow knitted hat. Green background colours. 78.5cm x 70cm
December 15, 2025 at 7:14 AM
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2covet.bsky.social
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russelnorman.bsky.social Russel Norman @russelnorman.bsky.social · 13d
There is so much bs about the RMA, I thought it would help to look at actual case study so people can really understand what is at stake. It involves the MP with the wealthiest property portfolio in Parliament, Suze Redmayne, and irrigation for dairy on sand dunes www.greenpeace.org/aotearoa/sto...
Can’t see the water for the well - crony capitalism and the RMA - Greenpeace Aotearoa
Dr. Russel Norman
www.greenpeace.org
December 10, 2025 at 12:50 PM
lindaosborn.bsky.social
I guess everyone knows if you belong to a library (most libraries in AoNZ) you can not only borrow audio books but also free movies and magazines. Just read the latest Listener which saved me $8.
December 8, 2025 at 8:56 AM
lindaosborn.bsky.social
I love my kids 🤣
Screenshot of a Messenger convo with two of my daughters: Emma: Either of you like these? 4 x mugs and 1 x milk jug Me: Cool. I'll have if no one else wants. Where did you get them? Emma: They're from Leonie ( sad emoji) Me: Jane might like them being Greek and all Jane: You take them mum but I'll take them after you've "left the room" Emma: Ffs (laugh emoji) Jane: "Cashed in your season ticket" Jane: "Parked up 24/7" Me: Shuffled off my mortal coil Jane: "Not answering the phone" Many laugh emojis throughout
December 8, 2025 at 6:16 AM
lindaosborn.bsky.social
I don't know how these poor buggers are staying sane. Feel so sorry for them.

'We're basically stuffed': Oyster farmers shut down by another overflow www.rnz.co.nz/news/nationa...
'We're basically stuffed': Oyster farmers shut down by another overflow
Growers have been told to halt harvesting after 1200 cubic metres of wastewater spilled into a river.
www.rnz.co.nz
November 30, 2025 at 10:08 PM
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Sign the Petition
Urgent Action Required on Yellow-Legged Asian Hornet Incursion.
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November 30, 2025 at 5:57 AM
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lilithgrace.bsky.social
Who knew about this? The areas marked "Kahore I Hokona" (=never sold) are land for which there are no purchase agreements by colonial companies. The land was simply taken from Kai Tahu. You'll notice it includes all the Otago Lakes with their pricey real estate. Totally stolen land. #kikorangi
map of Te Wai Pounamu showing the areas "purchased" by colonial powers. Areas never sold include the main divide from Fiordland to about Arthur's Pass, all of Central Ōtago, and most of coastal and inland Ōtago. Also the greater part of Fiordland (west of the Waiau River).
November 27, 2025 at 2:59 AM
lindaosborn.bsky.social
Oh joy, the temperature's dropped to 29°. Yay.
November 27, 2025 at 4:08 AM
lindaosborn.bsky.social
Heard this mentioned on a podcast, it's very good

Air Guitar with Bradley Cooper - video Dailymotion share.google/SMhPl8Qi2dtO...
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November 7, 2025 at 9:25 AM
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Your cat when you're choking to death in your apartment
November 6, 2025 at 9:16 PM
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christchurchlib.bsky.social
Did you know that a number of our libraries have sewing machines you can use?
my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/sewing-overl... ^MT
Photo of two people using sewing machines at Matatiki Hornby Centre.
November 6, 2025 at 10:12 PM
lindaosborn.bsky.social
These are always interesting and there's free coffee and sausages after.
Walk the Talk - Blighs Garden, South Brighton Saturday November 22 2025 at 10:30 - 12:30 Public event by Reuben Davidson MP for Christchurch East Tovey Street. South Brighton, Christchurch.
November 1, 2025 at 10:16 PM
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dejanajuk.bsky.social
Happy Labour Day Aotearoa. #nzpol
Yellow text over a black and white drawing of a scene from the Christmas Carol reads: UNIONS- BECAUSE THE ODDS OF 3 GHOSTS VISITING YOUR BOSS TO MAKE HIM DO THE RIGHT THING ARE VERY SLIM..•
October 26, 2025 at 6:27 PM
lindaosborn.bsky.social
Any suggestions please how two old but seasoned Ōtautahi retirees can best support the mega strike next week. Have own signs.
#nzpol
Two stern faced women in 19th (?) century dress with hats and waisted coats holding what appears to be protest signs in a non English language.
October 16, 2025 at 8:22 AM
lindaosborn.bsky.social
Two gorgeous women at the premiere of Pike River - Melanie Lynskey and my youngest daughter.
October 13, 2025 at 7:52 PM
lindaosborn.bsky.social
Does Space Minister sound ridiculous to anyone else?
Space Minister Judith Collins smiling while dressed in a home made space suit which appears to be a white paper hazmat suit with silver duct tape gloves and a blue and red nasa type logo on the front. AI generated.
October 8, 2025 at 8:00 PM
lindaosborn.bsky.social
A very hairy carrot - now in soup.
Was ok once shaved 🤣.
A fine looking carrot covered with long hairy looking white roots. Lots of roots.
October 5, 2025 at 6:20 AM
lindaosborn.bsky.social
Reposting because I'm an egg and forgot to save the alt text
Christchurch – stuffy and conservative? Far from it! Radical educationalists, sex reformers, and peaceniks all have a proud place in our heritage. This gentle bike ride explores places connected to some of these fascinating individuals – including a stop at the WEA! We will start by biking around the central city (beginning at Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre), then enjoy a beautiful ride through the traffic-free Avon-Otakaro Red Zone to Wainoni for a bike-side snack. The ride ends back in the central city, at Victoria Square. Dr Rosemary Baird of Heritage NZ Pouhere Taonga will explain the history and significance of each stop. Special thanks to Biketober and Heritage New Zealand for their support! To ensure you get the best experience, places are limited to 12 riders. You must be a confident bicycle rider, come on your own bike and wear a helmet. As this tour includes cycling on the road we also recommend you wear an item of high vis. Your ticket includes a light afternoon tea snack, please let us know at least 1 week in advance of any dietary requirements. Please in event of inclement weather this will be rescheduled to Sunday 26th October.
October 4, 2025 at 12:13 AM
lindaosborn.bsky.social
Looking forward to this 🚲.
Looks like some places are still available.
The WEA (Workers' Educational Assn) going strong since 1915 and currently is offering lots of courses. Well worth a check out.
Picture shows the route of the Radicals Bike Tour Christchurch – stuffy and conservative? Far from it! Radical educationalists, sex reformers, and peaceniks all have a proud place in our heritage. This gentle bike ride explores places connected to some of these fascinating individuals – including a stop at the WEA! We will start by biking around the central city (beginning at Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre), then enjoy a beautiful ride through the traffic-free Avon-Otakaro Red Zone to Wainoni for a bike-side snack. The ride ends back in the central city, at Victoria Square. Dr Rosemary Baird of Heritage NZ Pouhere Taonga will explain the history and significance of each stop. Special thanks to Biketober and Heritage New Zealand for their support! To ensure you get the best experience, places are limited to 12 riders. You must be a confident bicycle rider, come on your own bike and wear a helmet. As this tour includes cycling on the road we also recommend you wear an item of high vis. Your ticket includes a light afternoon tea snack, please let us know at least 1 week in advance of any dietary requirements. Please in event of inclement weather this will be rescheduled to Sunday 26th October.
October 4, 2025 at 12:08 AM
lindaosborn.bsky.social
Where are the bees?? (Ōtautahi Christchurch)
The apple tree is full of blossom but not a bee to be seen.
🐝🍻😢
September 28, 2025 at 10:49 PM
lindaosborn.bsky.social
Sorry neighbours but I had to put Van Morrison on full volume.
September 25, 2025 at 10:42 PM
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This is worth your time haha youtu.be/7vRX-BQAjeE
Jimmy Kimmel’s show has been cancelled | The New Disney | LUBACH
YouTube video by LUBACH
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September 19, 2025 at 8:33 PM
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bencollins.bsky.social
I am biased but I don’t think there is a better website on the internet today than TheOnion.com.
Nation Grateful to GOP for Protecting It From TV Report: You to Be Fired for Reading This Headline About Charlie Kirk Trump Spends Entire UK Trip Trying to Figure Out Where He Knows Prince Andrew From Charlie Kirk, Not In His Own Words: We Honor The Right-Wing Activist By Making Up Quotes That Sound Much Better, Given The Moment
September 19, 2025 at 1:18 AM