Rob Walls
@robwalls.bsky.social
Retired photographer, grateful to be living on un-ceded muwinina country on the lower slopes of kunanyi in nipaluna/Hobart, lutruwita/Tasmania. Unsolicited DM = BLOCK #freepalestine #nostadium
I was lucky enough to be at the 1967 concert at Hammersmith Odeon at which this David Redfern photo was taken. #jazz #milesdavis #music #Theguardian
‘He used the trumpet as a songbird’: 100 years of Miles Davis, by jazz greats Sonny Rollins, Yazz Ahmed and more
Ahead of the centenary of Davis’s birth, musicians including Terence Blanchard and John Scofield analyse his brilliance: from his soft phrasing and spiritual feel to his raspy cussing and leather outf...
www.theguardian.com
January 31, 2026 at 2:54 AM
I was lucky enough to be at the 1967 concert at Hammersmith Odeon at which this David Redfern photo was taken. #jazz #milesdavis #music #Theguardian
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I’m so tired
So very very tired
I want to wake up one day soon to learn that he’s dead, really dead
Gone
It’s exhausting just reading about him, hearing his lying voice, feeling his deep hatred thru the screen
I’m so so tired
Of him
January 31, 2026 at 12:05 AM
I’m so tired
So very very tired
I want to wake up one day soon to learn that he’s dead, really dead
Gone
It’s exhausting just reading about him, hearing his lying voice, feeling his deep hatred thru the screen
I’m so so tired
Of him
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Aviator Anil Chopra—
"Middle East advertisement on American products.
"Brilliant advertising.
"It takes just one person to destroy a lot of things, brands included. 🥊"
"Middle East advertisement on American products.
"Brilliant advertising.
"It takes just one person to destroy a lot of things, brands included. 🥊"
January 30, 2026 at 9:54 PM
Aviator Anil Chopra—
"Middle East advertisement on American products.
"Brilliant advertising.
"It takes just one person to destroy a lot of things, brands included. 🥊"
"Middle East advertisement on American products.
"Brilliant advertising.
"It takes just one person to destroy a lot of things, brands included. 🥊"
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Some greedy prick is proposing this where I live in rural Tasmania. 146 blocks with one access road, no sewerage, 50kms from town, no school, no jobs, just a part time post office and an op shop. Four buses a day into town over 90 min trip each way (not weekends) Affordable housing!🤬🤬
January 31, 2026 at 12:54 AM
Some greedy prick is proposing this where I live in rural Tasmania. 146 blocks with one access road, no sewerage, 50kms from town, no school, no jobs, just a part time post office and an op shop. Four buses a day into town over 90 min trip each way (not weekends) Affordable housing!🤬🤬
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The #Goroka Festival in #PNG. None are as badass as the #Huli Wigmen. You DO NOT repeat DO NOT want to be in a confrontation with them. #HumansOfBlueSky #YellowThu #ColorADay #EastCoastKin #Foto
January 29, 2026 at 10:38 AM
The #Goroka Festival in #PNG. None are as badass as the #Huli Wigmen. You DO NOT repeat DO NOT want to be in a confrontation with them. #HumansOfBlueSky #YellowThu #ColorADay #EastCoastKin #Foto
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Absolutely, but that appears to lie beyond Prime Minister Jellyfish's capabilities. #auspol
Should Australia rethink its alliance with the United States? Spoiler alert - yes! www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast...
Should Australia rethink its alliance with the United States?
As Donald Trump’s military threats and trade wars unsettle allies, some experts are calling for a rethinking of Australia's long-standing alliance with the United States. The debate has been sharpened...
www.sbs.com.au
January 31, 2026 at 12:03 AM
Absolutely, but that appears to lie beyond Prime Minister Jellyfish's capabilities. #auspol
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Outfuckingrageous!
@australianlabor.bsky.social the nails are accumulating in your primary vote coffin.
@australianlabor.bsky.social the nails are accumulating in your primary vote coffin.
Labor: *approves another new coalmine*
Wrap of #Heatwave Maximums for 30 Jan 2026.
SA 50.0 °C Port Augusta 2:43pm
NSW 48.1 °C Smithville 3:32pm
Qld 47.3 °C Ballera 1:59pm
Vic 45.6 °C Mildura 6:01pm
ACT 40.4 °C Tuggeranong 4:12 pm
Tomorrow conditions will start to retract then ease on Sunday
SA 50.0 °C Port Augusta 2:43pm
NSW 48.1 °C Smithville 3:32pm
Qld 47.3 °C Ballera 1:59pm
Vic 45.6 °C Mildura 6:01pm
ACT 40.4 °C Tuggeranong 4:12 pm
Tomorrow conditions will start to retract then ease on Sunday
January 30, 2026 at 10:19 AM
Outfuckingrageous!
@australianlabor.bsky.social the nails are accumulating in your primary vote coffin.
@australianlabor.bsky.social the nails are accumulating in your primary vote coffin.
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Fund science and the arts, and end property investment as the only wealth vehicle. #auspol
"There’s growing evidence that Australia has a problem with business dynamism. Fewer new businesses are being started, fewer firms are innovating and fulfilling their productivity potential, and workers switch jobs less often than they used to.”
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New Year resolutions for the treasurer
satpa.pe
January 30, 2026 at 10:04 PM
Fund science and the arts, and end property investment as the only wealth vehicle. #auspol
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The Robodebt six. Is the NACC protecting Scott Morrison?
michaelwest.com.au/the-robodebt...
michaelwest.com.au/the-robodebt...
The Robodebt six. Is the NACC protecting Scott Morrison? - Michael West
The NACC is considering investigating those deemed most responsible for Robodebt, and whether to make the hearing - any hearing - public.
michaelwest.com.au
January 30, 2026 at 5:59 AM
The Robodebt six. Is the NACC protecting Scott Morrison?
michaelwest.com.au/the-robodebt...
michaelwest.com.au/the-robodebt...
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No arrests of the ICE thugs who murdered Alex Pretti, Renee Good, or Keith Porter. No arrests of anyone in the Epstein Files. But they arrested Don Lemon because of his journalism.
January 30, 2026 at 1:44 PM
No arrests of the ICE thugs who murdered Alex Pretti, Renee Good, or Keith Porter. No arrests of anyone in the Epstein Files. But they arrested Don Lemon because of his journalism.
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Aren’t we all heartily sick of the wealthy & corrupt getting away with the most risible of ‘punishments’?
A former top operative at Leightons, a typically tough construction company, gets away with $1000 fine…after 15 years of legal dithering & public expense
Totally unacceptable to the rest of us
A former top operative at Leightons, a typically tough construction company, gets away with $1000 fine…after 15 years of legal dithering & public expense
Totally unacceptable to the rest of us
January 30, 2026 at 10:55 PM
Aren’t we all heartily sick of the wealthy & corrupt getting away with the most risible of ‘punishments’?
A former top operative at Leightons, a typically tough construction company, gets away with $1000 fine…after 15 years of legal dithering & public expense
Totally unacceptable to the rest of us
A former top operative at Leightons, a typically tough construction company, gets away with $1000 fine…after 15 years of legal dithering & public expense
Totally unacceptable to the rest of us
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When attacks have occurred against other communities, the government has spoken out strongly and acted quickly.
First Peoples are asking why this attack against us is being treated so differently.
Here's what they should do:
nit.com.au/30-01-2026/2...
First Peoples are asking why this attack against us is being treated so differently.
Here's what they should do:
nit.com.au/30-01-2026/2...
Thorpe urges anti-racism action and expanded royal commission following Boorloo rally bombing attempt
The federal government must implement the recommendations of the National Anti-Racism Framework and expand the Bondi Royal Commission to examine all forms of racism and hate, Independent Senator Lidia...
nit.com.au
January 30, 2026 at 3:16 AM
When attacks have occurred against other communities, the government has spoken out strongly and acted quickly.
First Peoples are asking why this attack against us is being treated so differently.
Here's what they should do:
nit.com.au/30-01-2026/2...
First Peoples are asking why this attack against us is being treated so differently.
Here's what they should do:
nit.com.au/30-01-2026/2...
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Are you doing too much? Are you not doing enough? Yes! Me too. Here are some tips that will not help at all. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Some handy hints on doing a tiny bit less this year | First Dog on the Moon
Chaos! Disaster! Even if it’s not your fault, whatever you’ve been doing up until now hasn’t worked has it
www.theguardian.com
January 30, 2026 at 6:03 AM
Are you doing too much? Are you not doing enough? Yes! Me too. Here are some tips that will not help at all. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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THIS. If it wasn't for the gun law legislation post Port Arthur (and credit where it's due) Howard would be one of the most reviled PMs of all. Weaponised racism for political gain instead of slapping it down and Australia has paid an enormous price for 30 years as a result.
January 30, 2026 at 5:30 AM
THIS. If it wasn't for the gun law legislation post Port Arthur (and credit where it's due) Howard would be one of the most reviled PMs of all. Weaponised racism for political gain instead of slapping it down and Australia has paid an enormous price for 30 years as a result.
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ICYMI, good coverage on "Jewish and Muslim groups joined forces" to legally challenge the Herzog visit.
The Israeli president is credibly accused of genocidal intent.
Does Albanese not know how stupid he sounds when he says "people don't want conflict brought here"?
www.abc.net.au/listen/progr...
The Israeli president is credibly accused of genocidal intent.
Does Albanese not know how stupid he sounds when he says "people don't want conflict brought here"?
www.abc.net.au/listen/progr...
Legal challenge to Israeli president's visit - ABC listen
Some Jewish groups have welcomed plans for a visit from Israeli president Isaac Herzog next month, but a collection of Jewish and Muslim leaders say he should not be allowed in the country while he fa...
www.abc.net.au
January 30, 2026 at 5:51 AM
ICYMI, good coverage on "Jewish and Muslim groups joined forces" to legally challenge the Herzog visit.
The Israeli president is credibly accused of genocidal intent.
Does Albanese not know how stupid he sounds when he says "people don't want conflict brought here"?
www.abc.net.au/listen/progr...
The Israeli president is credibly accused of genocidal intent.
Does Albanese not know how stupid he sounds when he says "people don't want conflict brought here"?
www.abc.net.au/listen/progr...
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Some handy hints on doing a tiny bit less this year
Chaos! Disaster! Even if it’s not your fault, whatever you’ve been doing up until now hasn’t worked has it
— First Dog on the Moon
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Chaos! Disaster! Even if it’s not your fault, whatever you’ve been doing up until now hasn’t worked has it
— First Dog on the Moon
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
January 30, 2026 at 6:02 AM
Some handy hints on doing a tiny bit less this year
Chaos! Disaster! Even if it’s not your fault, whatever you’ve been doing up until now hasn’t worked has it
— First Dog on the Moon
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Chaos! Disaster! Even if it’s not your fault, whatever you’ve been doing up until now hasn’t worked has it
— First Dog on the Moon
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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Complaining about the comedic depiction of Indigenous kids in jail, but doing nothing about the fact of Indigenous kids being massively over incarcerated? That's the Australian way.
Liberal MP complains to ABC managing director about Tony Armstrong’s satire special
Melissa McIntosh, who claims Always Was Tonight violated ABC charter, has been dubbed the ‘Liberal party fun police’ by the Greens
www.theguardian.com
January 30, 2026 at 6:44 AM
Complaining about the comedic depiction of Indigenous kids in jail, but doing nothing about the fact of Indigenous kids being massively over incarcerated? That's the Australian way.
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On Herzog. "Who asked for this visit? Why did the govt agree? And what exactly are Australians being told .. about where allegiance is supposed to lie?
Andrew Brown #auspol
michaelwest.com.au/what-is-isra...
Andrew Brown #auspol
michaelwest.com.au/what-is-isra...
What is Israel's Herzog doing here, who invited him, and why? - Michael West
Israel's President, Isaac Herzog to arrive in Australia in February. Why is a foreign Head of State asked to help heal Australian community?
michaelwest.com.au
January 30, 2026 at 2:27 AM
On Herzog. "Who asked for this visit? Why did the govt agree? And what exactly are Australians being told .. about where allegiance is supposed to lie?
Andrew Brown #auspol
michaelwest.com.au/what-is-isra...
Andrew Brown #auspol
michaelwest.com.au/what-is-isra...
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Here's me. "It's only terrorism if they're not white"
In a world of tyrants and toadies, it’s only “terrorism” if they're not white - The Shot
“Fuck you I won’t do what you tell me” – Rage Against the Machine The state-sanctioned, IDF-trained, ICE murders on...
theshot.net.au
January 29, 2026 at 11:40 PM
Here's me. "It's only terrorism if they're not white"
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Excellent words.
“There is a lingering sickness at the heart of this country. Without truth-telling and restorative justice, how can a place built on genocide and the subsequent erasure of history be anything other than fundamentally broken?”
#AusPol #AnotherDayInTheColony
“There is a lingering sickness at the heart of this country. Without truth-telling and restorative justice, how can a place built on genocide and the subsequent erasure of history be anything other than fundamentally broken?”
#AusPol #AnotherDayInTheColony
January 30, 2026 at 12:25 AM
Excellent words.
“There is a lingering sickness at the heart of this country. Without truth-telling and restorative justice, how can a place built on genocide and the subsequent erasure of history be anything other than fundamentally broken?”
#AusPol #AnotherDayInTheColony
“There is a lingering sickness at the heart of this country. Without truth-telling and restorative justice, how can a place built on genocide and the subsequent erasure of history be anything other than fundamentally broken?”
#AusPol #AnotherDayInTheColony
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It hasn't been proactive at all in the areas they promised they would be, esp. re: Climate Change & the Environment.
Sanctioning Woodside's Burrup operation is the stuff of nightmares. And Murray Watt's approval of Korea Zinc's planned destruction of endangered species' habitat in TAS is appalling.
Sanctioning Woodside's Burrup operation is the stuff of nightmares. And Murray Watt's approval of Korea Zinc's planned destruction of endangered species' habitat in TAS is appalling.
Murray Watt’s licence to kill endangered species in Tasmania
Murray Watt’s latest approval for Korea Zinc includes a table that explicitly permits the company to kill thousands of native animals a year, including critically endangered species such as the swift ...
www.thesaturdaypaper.com.au
January 30, 2026 at 12:27 AM
It hasn't been proactive at all in the areas they promised they would be, esp. re: Climate Change & the Environment.
Sanctioning Woodside's Burrup operation is the stuff of nightmares. And Murray Watt's approval of Korea Zinc's planned destruction of endangered species' habitat in TAS is appalling.
Sanctioning Woodside's Burrup operation is the stuff of nightmares. And Murray Watt's approval of Korea Zinc's planned destruction of endangered species' habitat in TAS is appalling.
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Our ABC typing out a press release and calling it journalism again.
They run this idiotic, “tiny house solution to housing shortage” horse shit every month.
Trailer parks for the poors.
Before you say it, better than nothing isn’t the policy standard we should settle for.
#AusPol
They run this idiotic, “tiny house solution to housing shortage” horse shit every month.
Trailer parks for the poors.
Before you say it, better than nothing isn’t the policy standard we should settle for.
#AusPol
Tiny-home community set to offer solution to affordable housing
A permanent community of tiny homes in WA's South West has been given planning approval. The proposal, pitched as a unique solution to the housing crisis, has drawn criticism from neighbours.
www.abc.net.au
January 29, 2026 at 7:41 AM
Our ABC typing out a press release and calling it journalism again.
They run this idiotic, “tiny house solution to housing shortage” horse shit every month.
Trailer parks for the poors.
Before you say it, better than nothing isn’t the policy standard we should settle for.
#AusPol
They run this idiotic, “tiny house solution to housing shortage” horse shit every month.
Trailer parks for the poors.
Before you say it, better than nothing isn’t the policy standard we should settle for.
#AusPol
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@albomp.bsky.social you're trying to defend the indefensible - wrong, Wrong, WRONG!
Albanese defends Isaac Herzog’s Australia visit as federal MP joins calls to rescind invitation
www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...
Albanese defends Isaac Herzog’s Australia visit as federal MP joins calls to rescind invitation
www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...
Albanese defends Isaac Herzog’s Australia visit as federal MP joins calls to rescind invitation
Independent MP Sophie Scamps joins Labor’s Friends of Palestine group and Greens senator Mehreen Faruqi in objecting to Israeli president’s visit
www.theguardian.com
January 29, 2026 at 11:16 AM
@albomp.bsky.social you're trying to defend the indefensible - wrong, Wrong, WRONG!
Albanese defends Isaac Herzog’s Australia visit as federal MP joins calls to rescind invitation
www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...
Albanese defends Isaac Herzog’s Australia visit as federal MP joins calls to rescind invitation
www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...
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A retired Minneapolis couple who had guns pointed at them by ICE in a church parking lot.
"They were obviously not trained at all. I've known many police officers in my life. These people were right off the streets."
"They had the professional demeanor of criminals."
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"They were obviously not trained at all. I've known many police officers in my life. These people were right off the streets."
"They had the professional demeanor of criminals."
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January 28, 2026 at 7:09 PM
A retired Minneapolis couple who had guns pointed at them by ICE in a church parking lot.
"They were obviously not trained at all. I've known many police officers in my life. These people were right off the streets."
"They had the professional demeanor of criminals."
ht: @paulgraham.bsky.social
"They were obviously not trained at all. I've known many police officers in my life. These people were right off the streets."
"They had the professional demeanor of criminals."
ht: @paulgraham.bsky.social