Carl AF
@carlos8.bsky.social
Social Democrat, Reformed Banker and Genealogist.
Kiwi in Brisbane, sometimes Andalucia. Flygtning fra Danmark.
Kiwi in Brisbane, sometimes Andalucia. Flygtning fra Danmark.
HMNZS Achilles Heel & HMS Ajax Spray'n'Wipe
February 7, 2026 at 12:37 AM
HMNZS Achilles Heel & HMS Ajax Spray'n'Wipe
Everything is GameStop now
February 6, 2026 at 12:40 AM
Everything is GameStop now
Virgin dreams shattered
February 5, 2026 at 10:15 PM
Virgin dreams shattered
Reposted by Carl AF
Feels so much like we’re living in an era where those on the inside of politics think they’re all moneyball-ing their way to success, while those outside of that bubble look on with increasing bemusement around what exactly the guiding principles of parties actually are.
February 4, 2026 at 3:40 AM
Feels so much like we’re living in an era where those on the inside of politics think they’re all moneyball-ing their way to success, while those outside of that bubble look on with increasing bemusement around what exactly the guiding principles of parties actually are.
Definitely a major sticking point, but does it help that The Crown is/was the same both sides of the Tasman?
February 3, 2026 at 3:57 AM
Definitely a major sticking point, but does it help that The Crown is/was the same both sides of the Tasman?
Really appreciate the reply
Think joining Oz is the (relatively) quick easy step practically & constitutionally.
Aligning or joining EU along with Canada for NATO 2.0 thereafter.
[But I'm living in Oz with an EU partner so could be conflict of interest talking ]
Think joining Oz is the (relatively) quick easy step practically & constitutionally.
Aligning or joining EU along with Canada for NATO 2.0 thereafter.
[But I'm living in Oz with an EU partner so could be conflict of interest talking ]
February 3, 2026 at 2:06 AM
Really appreciate the reply
Think joining Oz is the (relatively) quick easy step practically & constitutionally.
Aligning or joining EU along with Canada for NATO 2.0 thereafter.
[But I'm living in Oz with an EU partner so could be conflict of interest talking ]
Think joining Oz is the (relatively) quick easy step practically & constitutionally.
Aligning or joining EU along with Canada for NATO 2.0 thereafter.
[But I'm living in Oz with an EU partner so could be conflict of interest talking ]
Wasn't me who pissed in your weet-bix Ned
February 3, 2026 at 1:53 AM
Wasn't me who pissed in your weet-bix Ned
The EU? They're already discussing a form of free movement
www.news.com.au/finance/econ...
www.news.com.au/finance/econ...
www.news.com.au
February 3, 2026 at 1:38 AM
The EU? They're already discussing a form of free movement
www.news.com.au/finance/econ...
www.news.com.au/finance/econ...
Kinda like the Monty Python bit?
"what do the Aussies do better than us?''
"exactly, fuck off!"
"well... except longer lifespan, higher wages, better education & r+d, stronger unions, higher top tax rate, stronger currency..."
I hate the messenger, but the idea is worthy of debate
"what do the Aussies do better than us?''
"exactly, fuck off!"
"well... except longer lifespan, higher wages, better education & r+d, stronger unions, higher top tax rate, stronger currency..."
I hate the messenger, but the idea is worthy of debate
February 3, 2026 at 12:59 AM
Kinda like the Monty Python bit?
"what do the Aussies do better than us?''
"exactly, fuck off!"
"well... except longer lifespan, higher wages, better education & r+d, stronger unions, higher top tax rate, stronger currency..."
I hate the messenger, but the idea is worthy of debate
"what do the Aussies do better than us?''
"exactly, fuck off!"
"well... except longer lifespan, higher wages, better education & r+d, stronger unions, higher top tax rate, stronger currency..."
I hate the messenger, but the idea is worthy of debate
She'll Be Right meets Not At Our Expense
February 2, 2026 at 8:30 PM
She'll Be Right meets Not At Our Expense
I will never understand NZ pr̶o̶p̶e̶r̶t̶y̶-̶b̶a̶s̶e̶d̶ ̶c̶a̶p̶i̶t̶a̶l̶i̶s̶m̶. It’s so damn cheapskate.
January 28, 2026 at 10:07 PM
I will never understand NZ pr̶o̶p̶e̶r̶t̶y̶-̶b̶a̶s̶e̶d̶ ̶c̶a̶p̶i̶t̶a̶l̶i̶s̶m̶. It’s so damn cheapskate.
Can't speak to it's historical accuracy, but a helluva watch
www.imdb.com/title/tt1938...
www.imdb.com/title/tt1938...
Mussolini: Son of the Century (TV Mini Series 2024–2025) ⭐ 8.2 | Biography, Drama, History
52m
www.imdb.com
January 25, 2026 at 12:02 AM
Can't speak to it's historical accuracy, but a helluva watch
www.imdb.com/title/tt1938...
www.imdb.com/title/tt1938...
The lesson of Denmark (a fellow small harmless well-regarded nation) in this age of large bullying nations is that, despite a history of scepticism to the project, it's membership of the EU is absolutely critical.
We should start the process of joining Australia, as originally intended.
We should start the process of joining Australia, as originally intended.
January 21, 2026 at 7:50 PM
The lesson of Denmark (a fellow small harmless well-regarded nation) in this age of large bullying nations is that, despite a history of scepticism to the project, it's membership of the EU is absolutely critical.
We should start the process of joining Australia, as originally intended.
We should start the process of joining Australia, as originally intended.
A classic example of that is the "run the government finances like a household" people insisting infrastructure be built by corporations borrowing at 6% instead of the government/"household" which can borrow at 4.5%
January 21, 2026 at 12:50 AM
A classic example of that is the "run the government finances like a household" people insisting infrastructure be built by corporations borrowing at 6% instead of the government/"household" which can borrow at 4.5%
Would add that despite the names of the parties involved, Denmark's government is solidly right-wing
January 18, 2026 at 9:23 PM
Would add that despite the names of the parties involved, Denmark's government is solidly right-wing
Akshually, this is the Brian Cox quote on NZ business leaders:
January 14, 2026 at 2:28 AM
Akshually, this is the Brian Cox quote on NZ business leaders:
How dare you insult those that came of age in the blissfully crime free early 90s!
January 13, 2026 at 1:14 AM
How dare you insult those that came of age in the blissfully crime free early 90s!
Would be more accurate to adjust for inflation?
But as an indicator of economic strength would be severely impacted by nations that manipulate their currencies, particularly export focussed Asian economies.
(Check out where rich successful Japan and Taiwan are in the Big Mac index)
But as an indicator of economic strength would be severely impacted by nations that manipulate their currencies, particularly export focussed Asian economies.
(Check out where rich successful Japan and Taiwan are in the Big Mac index)
January 12, 2026 at 7:24 PM
Would be more accurate to adjust for inflation?
But as an indicator of economic strength would be severely impacted by nations that manipulate their currencies, particularly export focussed Asian economies.
(Check out where rich successful Japan and Taiwan are in the Big Mac index)
But as an indicator of economic strength would be severely impacted by nations that manipulate their currencies, particularly export focussed Asian economies.
(Check out where rich successful Japan and Taiwan are in the Big Mac index)