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Phil Gorman @philgorman.bsky.social · 3h

As the LNP's last decade in power was marked by scandal & corruption we would have to go back a while to find an ethical member.

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Phil Gorman @philgorman.bsky.social · 3h

A Tesla executive is leading Australia’s R&D review. That’s not OK. Public roles should serve the people – not billionaires. Add your name to demand Denholm’s resignation and new integrity laws: getup.to/D9NAYIdCx1BFl

Billionaire Hands off Public Policy!

Tesla's chair is in charge of our tech future - but it should be us shaping policy

getup.to

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Rex Patrick @mrrexpatrick.bsky.social · 12h

It’s great to see the cross bench coming out early and with strength opposing the Govt’s evil #FOI Amendment Bill. Here’s @helenhainesindi.bsky.social’s amendment killing off the ability of the Govt to charge FOI applications fees and for officials to summarily dismiss FOI requests. #auspol

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Jenny Frecklington-Jones #IStandWithWatermelon🍉🍉 @joneshowdareyou.bsky.social · 17h

I know I don't need to point it out to you, @abcnews @ABCaustralia, because you already know it but I'll point it anyway because I am so fucking angry ... censoring your reporting in favour of ISRAEL is a partisan political act that flies in the fucking face of IMPARTIALITY. #auspol #GazaGenocide

Jenny Frecklington-Jones #IStandWithWatermelon🍉🍉 @joneshowdareyou.bsky.social · 1d

Listening to @abcnews radio news on the release of "Israeli hostages" and "Palestinian prisoners" and the "end of the war" and I'm really sick to death of this whitewashed pro-Israel biased shit that is genocide denial and dehumanizes Palestinians. #auspol #GazaHolocaust

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Shayne Calliss @shaynecalliss.bsky.social · 1d

Lapwing update. The excavator dug holes all around the nest but the mum or dad stayed on the eggs.

Shayne Calliss @shaynecalliss.bsky.social · 2d

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stevethdemocrat @stevethdemocrat.bsky.social · 4d

Is there any way someone can convince me that there's not a whole lot more to this chapter!? I doubt it!
#Menage
#Threesome
#PastImmoralities

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Jon Cooper @joncooper-us.bsky.social · 3d

Cartoon by @deadder.bsky.social.
#Antifa

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Climate Social Science Network @cssn.org · 17h

To order a physical copy and download our book, visit our site here: cssn.org/news-researc...

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Captain Quoll @kudelka.bsky.social · 1d

Sucks to be Townsville

ABC News Bot (unofficial) @abcnewsbot.bsky.social · 1d

Katter's Australian Party MP Nick Dametto has formally resigned from state parliament to run for Townsville mayor — forcing a by-election in his north Queensland seat.

Katter MP resigns from state parliament in bid to become Townsville mayor

Katter's Australian Party MP Nick Dametto has formally resigned from state parliament to run for Townsville mayor — forcing a by-election in his north Queensland seat.

www.abc.net.au

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Joanna Mendelssohn @oldlillipilli.bsky.social · 4h

For those who keep on claiming that trauma in #Gaza began in October 2023, here is a history lesson

theconversation.com/a-short-hist...

A short history of the Gaza Strip takes a long view of today’s conflict

Anne Irfan’s history explains the complex background to Palestinian resistance in Gaza, allowing those who live there to tell their own stories.

theconversation.com

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Guardian Australia @australia.theguardian.com · 4h

It’s an exciting week for the penguin community, we’re all waiting to see who is the winner … I mean loser | First Dog on the Moon

Bird of the year? Hell no! * Sign up here to get an email whenever First Dog cartoons are published * Get all your needs met at the First Dog shop if what you need is First Dog merchandise and prints Continue reading...

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Yung En Chee @yungenchee.bsky.social · 4h

Minns govt making misleading the public a bit of a habit...

Bad habit

Deepcut News @deepcutnews.bsky.social · 13h

NSW premier Chris Minns had Australia believe antisemitic hate was running rampant. Police data has shown that claim to be grossly exaggerated.

www.deepcutnews.com/p/chris-minn...

Chris Minns exaggerated the scale of antisemitism in NSW – and won't apologise

The NSW premier had Australia believe antisemitic hate was running rampant. Police data has shown that to be false.

www.deepcutnews.com

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Yung En Chee @yungenchee.bsky.social · 4h

Minns govt making misleading the public a bit of a habit...

Bad habit

Yung En Chee @yungenchee.bsky.social · 1d

@suehigginson.bsky.social: “The govt has told the parliament that Icac helped shape these reforms, but Icac has confirmed that it was never asked to review or comment on the bill."

"Higginson said Icac had confirmed it had not been asked for advice on controversial Targeted Assessment Development"

Minister urged to release advice amid concern overhaul of NSW housing laws may lead to coalmine approvals

Greens MP Sue Higginson says Icac confirmed to her it had not reviewed the bill, but had given general advice on some elements of it

www.theguardian.com

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Cornelius @cor-hub.bsky.social · 21h

"The best revenge is not to be like your enemy" - Marcus Aurelius

Let them act with hate, pettiness, or cruelty.
Respond with discipline, dignity, and peace, because nothing weakens an enemy's power more than your refusal to mirror them.

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d4freedom.bsky.social @d4freedom.bsky.social · 7h

youtube.com/watch?v=IRh0...

🚨Trump RUNS As Racist Text Messages LEAK

YouTube video by Occupy Democrats

youtube.com

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leewetmore.bsky.social @leewetmore.bsky.social · 5d

As a father of an autistic son I want to tell RFK Jr to go fuck himself (and the Racist-in-Chief)! 🖕🖕
x.com/factpostnews...

FactPost on X: "RFK Jr: Children who are circumcised early have double the rate of autism, and it's highly likely because they're given Tylenol. Trump: There's a tremendous amount of of proof or evidence. I would say as a non-doctor, but I've studied this a long time https://t.co/9g8U6oWIiL" / X

RFK Jr: Children who are circumcised early have double the rate of autism, and it's highly likely because they're given Tylenol. Trump: There's a tremendous amount of of proof or evidence. I would say as a non-doctor, but I've studied this a long time https://t.co/9g8U6oWIiL

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leewetmore.bsky.social @leewetmore.bsky.social · 4d

www.instagram.com/p/DPoUNtMjX9...

autismsupportandawareness on Instagram: "Please keep this in mind for Halloween. 🎃🎃...#autism #autistic #neurodiversity #inclusion #inclusionmatters #kindnessmatters #aut…"

Please keep this in mind for Halloween. 🎃🎃...#autism #autistic #neurodiversity #inclusion #inclusionmatters #kindnessmatters #autismawareness #autismacceptance #halloween #halloween2025 #spd #sensoryoverload #sensorysensitivities

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BobCoder @bobcoder.bsky.social · May 16

Why are we members of the "aging" full-pensioner cohort - who will be significantly financially disadvantaged by these July 1st "aged care" changes - blocked from replying to this post?

1EarthMedia @1earthmedia.bsky.social · May 16

“Ageing” added in Albo’s reshuffle.
Mark Butler is now Minister for Health and Ageing, with newcomer Sam Rae (the young fella pictured) appointed Aged Care & Seniors Minister.
Replacing “Aged Care” with “Ageing” is a subtle, but important difference...

#auspol
nationalseniors.com.au/news/feature...

“Ageing” added in Albo’s reshuffle

Major changes are underway for Australia’s leadership on ageing and aged care following the federal election.

nationalseniors.com.au

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Cornelius @cor-hub.bsky.social · 21h

Such a sad women. I feel pity for any person seeking justification through heartless revenge on an actual mistreated victim. Give it time and karma will fix it.

Phil Gorman @philgorman.bsky.social · 1d

Reynolds has no shame.
www.theguardian.com/law/2025/oct...

Linda Reynolds pursues bankruptcy proceedings against Brittany Higgins after defamation win

Former Liberal senator launches claim in effort to obtain more than $1m in damages and legal costs

www.theguardian.com

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jacquiett.bsky.social @jacquiett.bsky.social · 1d

We are a sorry excuse for a community of humans when we let this happen
povertyandinequality.acoss.org.au/poverty_in_a...

Poverty in Australia 2025: Overview – Poverty and Inequality

povertyandinequality.acoss.org.au

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Michelle Fahy @michellefahy.bsky.social · 2d

If you were hoping to hear Chris Hedges speak at the National Press Club and were stymied by the NPC's cancellation of him...

There is this instead (in Adelaide):
events.humanitix.com/edward-said-...

Edward Said Memorial Lecture 'Chris Hedges'

Join the Australian Friends of Palestine Association (AFOPA) in 2025 as we host Chris Hedges at UniSA for the Edward Said Memorial Lecture.

events.humanitix.com

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The Australia Institute @australiainstitute.org.au · 2d

Why is the gas industry notorious for paying so little tax, despite making billions in revenue?

Santos has made it 10 years in a row paying no tax!

@grogsgamut.bsky.social @elinorjohnstonleek.bsky.social
#auspol