@kvidmer.bsky.social
Semi retired public servant. Love’s travel, dogs (especially Staffies), and learning new things.
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The evangelical creepshow returns.
open.substack.com/pub/aliensid...
open.substack.com/pub/aliensid...
The evangelical creepshow returns.
I was always taught that if you cut the head off the monster, filled its mouth with salt, and buried the carcass at a crossroads at midnight, everything would be tickety-boo.
open.substack.com
January 30, 2026 at 3:28 AM
The evangelical creepshow returns.
open.substack.com/pub/aliensid...
open.substack.com/pub/aliensid...
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David Pope in Canberra Times
January 29, 2026 at 9:21 AM
David Pope in Canberra Times
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Long shot.
My @smh @theage cartoon.
My @smh @theage cartoon.
January 26, 2026 at 9:57 PM
Long shot.
My @smh @theage cartoon.
My @smh @theage cartoon.
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This is really good.
Every Australian should know about the influences underpinning our politics - which goes a long way to explain the mess we’re in #auspol
Every Australian should know about the influences underpinning our politics - which goes a long way to explain the mess we’re in #auspol
January 25, 2026 at 10:50 PM
This is really good.
Every Australian should know about the influences underpinning our politics - which goes a long way to explain the mess we’re in #auspol
Every Australian should know about the influences underpinning our politics - which goes a long way to explain the mess we’re in #auspol
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Coalition split!
My @smh @theage cartoon.
My @smh @theage cartoon.
January 22, 2026 at 8:53 PM
Coalition split!
My @smh @theage cartoon.
My @smh @theage cartoon.
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I'm so lucky Dave Pope works for my local rag
January 22, 2026 at 3:39 AM
I'm so lucky Dave Pope works for my local rag
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Solid.
My @smh cartoon.
My @smh cartoon.
January 20, 2026 at 10:50 PM
Solid.
My @smh cartoon.
My @smh cartoon.
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Dx: I have osteopenia, which is a loss of bone density but not as severe as osteoporosis.
Now I know, I can do something about it.
But why are bone scans not rebatable under 70? Surely it's better to know as early as possible & prevent it worsening?
I'm lucky; I can afford it. Many can't.
Now I know, I can do something about it.
But why are bone scans not rebatable under 70? Surely it's better to know as early as possible & prevent it worsening?
I'm lucky; I can afford it. Many can't.
January 16, 2026 at 3:13 AM
Dx: I have osteopenia, which is a loss of bone density but not as severe as osteoporosis.
Now I know, I can do something about it.
But why are bone scans not rebatable under 70? Surely it's better to know as early as possible & prevent it worsening?
I'm lucky; I can afford it. Many can't.
Now I know, I can do something about it.
But why are bone scans not rebatable under 70? Surely it's better to know as early as possible & prevent it worsening?
I'm lucky; I can afford it. Many can't.
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January 11, 2026 at 8:35 PM
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@birmo.bsky.social Absolutely nailing it. Americans would also do well to read this from one of our most insightful authors and (dare I call him a commentator?) #Fascism #USPol #Auspol #NoAUKUS
aliensideboob.substack.com/p/this-is-wh...
aliensideboob.substack.com/p/this-is-wh...
This is what fascism looks like.
It’s been a while since I read any Stalin biographies.
aliensideboob.substack.com
January 9, 2026 at 2:01 AM
@birmo.bsky.social Absolutely nailing it. Americans would also do well to read this from one of our most insightful authors and (dare I call him a commentator?) #Fascism #USPol #Auspol #NoAUKUS
aliensideboob.substack.com/p/this-is-wh...
aliensideboob.substack.com/p/this-is-wh...
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Public conversation in Australia is so moronic and disingenuously manipulated that paying attention to it is a health hazard.
Semi-charismatic empty vessels, on behalf of the hyper-wealthy, squawk about why we need something racist, or fascist.
Repeat until the sun explodes.
Semi-charismatic empty vessels, on behalf of the hyper-wealthy, squawk about why we need something racist, or fascist.
Repeat until the sun explodes.
January 5, 2026 at 10:26 PM
Public conversation in Australia is so moronic and disingenuously manipulated that paying attention to it is a health hazard.
Semi-charismatic empty vessels, on behalf of the hyper-wealthy, squawk about why we need something racist, or fascist.
Repeat until the sun explodes.
Semi-charismatic empty vessels, on behalf of the hyper-wealthy, squawk about why we need something racist, or fascist.
Repeat until the sun explodes.
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As we watch America aka 'The American Oil Company—Has Army—Will Travel' rush to steal the world's remaining oil reserves THAT REALLY NEED TO STAY IN THE GROUND ... it's worth revisiting the incomparable Jon Kudelka. #FossilFuels #ClimateCrisis
January 5, 2026 at 11:13 PM
As we watch America aka 'The American Oil Company—Has Army—Will Travel' rush to steal the world's remaining oil reserves THAT REALLY NEED TO STAY IN THE GROUND ... it's worth revisiting the incomparable Jon Kudelka. #FossilFuels #ClimateCrisis
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Daron Parton in today’s NZ Herald -
January 5, 2026 at 10:36 PM
Daron Parton in today’s NZ Herald -
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From ‘very fine’ to ‘absolutely perfect’. How endemic exaggeration is diluting our comms and who benefits. @anuausi.bsky.social
January 5, 2026 at 12:44 AM
From ‘very fine’ to ‘absolutely perfect’. How endemic exaggeration is diluting our comms and who benefits. @anuausi.bsky.social
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Back on my radio bullshit this morning. Playing some of my favourite 2025 tunes on 3RRR through til 12. Thanks to Dylan for letting my fill in. www.rrr.org.au
Triple R 102.7FM, Melbourne Independent Radio
Community media on 102.7FM, 3RRR Digital in Melbourne & worldwide via RRR Apps
www.rrr.org.au
January 4, 2026 at 9:47 PM
Back on my radio bullshit this morning. Playing some of my favourite 2025 tunes on 3RRR through til 12. Thanks to Dylan for letting my fill in. www.rrr.org.au
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Best of 2025:
Another highlight was visiting my son and daughter-in-law who live in Seattle.
I was never bored there as I spent a lot of time watching, and photographing, the Anna's hummingbirds in his backyard.
The most delightful tiny birds!
#BestOf2025
Another highlight was visiting my son and daughter-in-law who live in Seattle.
I was never bored there as I spent a lot of time watching, and photographing, the Anna's hummingbirds in his backyard.
The most delightful tiny birds!
#BestOf2025
January 1, 2026 at 3:16 AM
Best of 2025:
Another highlight was visiting my son and daughter-in-law who live in Seattle.
I was never bored there as I spent a lot of time watching, and photographing, the Anna's hummingbirds in his backyard.
The most delightful tiny birds!
#BestOf2025
Another highlight was visiting my son and daughter-in-law who live in Seattle.
I was never bored there as I spent a lot of time watching, and photographing, the Anna's hummingbirds in his backyard.
The most delightful tiny birds!
#BestOf2025
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Bit of nostalgia ...from 1984, the Gillies Report Twelve days of Christmas ... inc PADDINGTON BEAR!!
Enjoy.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYzl...
Enjoy.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYzl...
ABC - Gillies Report "12 Days Of Christmas" (1984)
YouTube video by brilton1
www.youtube.com
December 25, 2025 at 3:47 AM
Bit of nostalgia ...from 1984, the Gillies Report Twelve days of Christmas ... inc PADDINGTON BEAR!!
Enjoy.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYzl...
Enjoy.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYzl...
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What could be better than a ball on the tip of your nose if you’re a ball-obsessed doggo like #Wally? #Christmas2025
December 24, 2025 at 7:40 PM
What could be better than a ball on the tip of your nose if you’re a ball-obsessed doggo like #Wally? #Christmas2025
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Wishing all who celebrate a happy Christmas, and goodwill to all.
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December 24, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Wishing all who celebrate a happy Christmas, and goodwill to all.
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Highest yen rate of the last 10 years right now:
If you have a Japan trip booked, might be worth getting some while the rate's high (idk if it's going to get even higher, but I never thought I'd see rates like this).
If you have a Japan trip booked, might be worth getting some while the rate's high (idk if it's going to get even higher, but I never thought I'd see rates like this).
December 19, 2025 at 10:24 AM
Highest yen rate of the last 10 years right now:
If you have a Japan trip booked, might be worth getting some while the rate's high (idk if it's going to get even higher, but I never thought I'd see rates like this).
If you have a Japan trip booked, might be worth getting some while the rate's high (idk if it's going to get even higher, but I never thought I'd see rates like this).