@neil1808.bsky.social
Apologies for the sarcasm but I can't help myself. It's probably best to assume I'm being sarcastic unless there's a frowny face.
Descriptions of pictures available but as 99.99% of people who look at my profile can see, I'll wait for requests.
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From comments on the BBC website:
'Can we play Australia's third team next week?'
#Ashes #cricket #TheAshes
www.bbc.com/sport/cricke...
'Can we play Australia's third team next week?'
#Ashes #cricket #TheAshes
www.bbc.com/sport/cricke...
The Ashes 2025 LIVE: Australia vs England, second Test, Brisbane - cricket score, radio & highlights
Australia host England in the second Ashes Test in Brisbane - follow live scores, radio commentary, video highlights and updates.
www.bbc.com
December 7, 2025 at 8:49 AM
From comments on the BBC website:
'Can we play Australia's third team next week?'
#Ashes #cricket #TheAshes
www.bbc.com/sport/cricke...
'Can we play Australia's third team next week?'
#Ashes #cricket #TheAshes
www.bbc.com/sport/cricke...
#Israel has been widely accused of attempting #genocide but it's #Hamas that has the explicit policy of annihilating Israel.
Australia's SBS won't take sides on genocide.
More David Pope brilliance. #GazaGenocide #Eurovision #auspol
More David Pope brilliance. #GazaGenocide #Eurovision #auspol
December 7, 2025 at 8:36 AM
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What a disgrace that no State or Federal Politician has the will, or backbone to fix this. @albomp.bsky.social #Auspol
redflag.org.au/article/weve...
redflag.org.au/article/weve...
‘We've tried nothing and we're all out of ideas’: Labor turns blind eye to Melbourne’s 100,000 empty homes | Red Flag
“Melbourne may be an unhappy home for its 24,000 homeless residents”, begins Prosper Australia’s
redflag.org.au
December 7, 2025 at 4:12 AM
What a disgrace that no State or Federal Politician has the will, or backbone to fix this. @albomp.bsky.social #Auspol
redflag.org.au/article/weve...
redflag.org.au/article/weve...
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When government services are privatized it should be a requirement that they are "not for profit" or "non profit".
Investors should not be able to invest in the destruction of our country like they are doing now.
Investors should not be able to invest in the destruction of our country like they are doing now.
December 7, 2025 at 12:22 AM
There are many isolated peoples left on the planet - A few tribes in the Amazon, the Andaman Islands & perhaps a few others.
This is believed to be the photo of #Australia's last first contact with an isolated tribe.
#Auspol #Indigenous
This is believed to be the photo of #Australia's last first contact with an isolated tribe.
#Auspol #Indigenous
December 6, 2025 at 10:05 PM
There are many isolated peoples left on the planet - A few tribes in the Amazon, the Andaman Islands & perhaps a few others.
This is believed to be the photo of #Australia's last first contact with an isolated tribe.
#Auspol #Indigenous
This is believed to be the photo of #Australia's last first contact with an isolated tribe.
#Auspol #Indigenous
Was this a war that #Trump forgot to bring to an 'end'?
(By which I mean arrange a temporary cessation of fighting or claim credit for work done by others.)
#USpoli #Israel #Palestine #Afghanistan
www.bbc.com/news/article...
(By which I mean arrange a temporary cessation of fighting or claim credit for work done by others.)
#USpoli #Israel #Palestine #Afghanistan
www.bbc.com/news/article...
How many wars has President Trump ended?
US President Donald Trump claims to have ended eight wars - is that true?
www.bbc.com
December 6, 2025 at 9:49 PM
Was this a war that #Trump forgot to bring to an 'end'?
(By which I mean arrange a temporary cessation of fighting or claim credit for work done by others.)
#USpoli #Israel #Palestine #Afghanistan
www.bbc.com/news/article...
(By which I mean arrange a temporary cessation of fighting or claim credit for work done by others.)
#USpoli #Israel #Palestine #Afghanistan
www.bbc.com/news/article...
If you ask me, the new award makes Infantino look just as suspicious as Sepp Blatter.
#football #FIFA #Trump
#football #FIFA #Trump
Wonder how much of junior soccer fees & recent $200 million taxpayer grant to Football Australia ended up in Trump's crypto stash. #auspol
FIFA President Gianni Infantino heaps praise on Donald Trump as critics ridicule newly established award as 'vulgar'.
December 6, 2025 at 4:13 AM
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1/ The new US National Security Strategy blames 'undemocratic' European governments for failing to make peace with Russia, takes a pro-Russian position on NATO, reflects white nationalist views on European demographics, and pledges overt support for far-right parties. ⬇️
December 5, 2025 at 8:18 AM
1/ The new US National Security Strategy blames 'undemocratic' European governments for failing to make peace with Russia, takes a pro-Russian position on NATO, reflects white nationalist views on European demographics, and pledges overt support for far-right parties. ⬇️
How is it a "high profile" rapist gets their identity protected "for legal reasons."
Oh. I see. Money equals power. It's just not good enough. #auspol #MVAW #MVAC
www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...
Oh. I see. Money equals power. It's just not good enough. #auspol #MVAW #MVAC
www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...
Man from high-profile Melbourne family found guilty of raping woman while pretending to be her boyfriend
Jurors return verdicts on two rape charges in Victorian trial of man who cannot be identified for legal reasons
www.theguardian.com
December 6, 2025 at 1:13 AM
We once had a treasurer who was willing to show frugality himself.
I'm not going to Senate estimates to explain breakfasts that cost more than a family dinner- Costello told his staff
Everyone in NYC including the treasurer ate oatmeal.
#Auspol
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-12...
I'm not going to Senate estimates to explain breakfasts that cost more than a family dinner- Costello told his staff
Everyone in NYC including the treasurer ate oatmeal.
#Auspol
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-12...
Expensive flights don't pass the pub test in the age of belt-tightening
How does a treasurer tell households the government will no longer continue a $300 energy rebate when it's happy to blow $100,000 on three flights?
www.abc.net.au
December 5, 2025 at 11:57 PM
We once had a treasurer who was willing to show frugality himself.
I'm not going to Senate estimates to explain breakfasts that cost more than a family dinner- Costello told his staff
Everyone in NYC including the treasurer ate oatmeal.
#Auspol
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-12...
I'm not going to Senate estimates to explain breakfasts that cost more than a family dinner- Costello told his staff
Everyone in NYC including the treasurer ate oatmeal.
#Auspol
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-12...
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The White House surrenders at 138 million views. Sabrina wins.
December 5, 2025 at 7:55 PM
The White House surrenders at 138 million views. Sabrina wins.
December 5, 2025 at 8:08 PM
Personally I believe the #military is within its rights to attack an enemy combatant approaching the USA.
However, didn't the trials at Nuremberg find that following orders is not a valid excuse if you're committing a war crime.
#Trump
However, didn't the trials at Nuremberg find that following orders is not a valid excuse if you're committing a war crime.
#Trump
Reports now said that Kegbreath told Admiral Holsey that the military will follow all order & not to question any of them. Holsey stated the strikes are illegal & Kegbreath said do it or step down & retired. Holsey step down & retired.
allaboutlawyer.com/admiral-alvi...
allaboutlawyer.com/admiral-alvi...
Admiral Alvin Holsey Retires Friday After Clash With Hegseth Over Venezuela Strikes
Admiral Alvin Holsey retires December 12, 2025 after one year leading SOUTHCOM. Breaking news on tensions with Hegseth over Caribbean strikes.
allaboutlawyer.com
December 5, 2025 at 5:40 AM
Pardoning that trafficker was unforgivable. IMO it's those at the top of the #crime groups who should be given the most severe penalties.
However, those fleeing the authorities must realise they're going to have their getaway vehicles targeted.
#Trump #drugs
However, those fleeing the authorities must realise they're going to have their getaway vehicles targeted.
#Trump #drugs
He commits crimes against humanity to stop “drug traffickers” while pardoning a notorious drug trafficker.
He attacks veterans while committing treason.
Make it stop.
He attacks veterans while committing treason.
Make it stop.
December 5, 2025 at 5:31 AM
In spite of temper tantrums by Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland, and Slovenia, #Israel will compete at #Eurovision in 2026.
Apparently those that object to Israel's inclusion don't think it should be allowed to retaliate when it's attacked.
#Gaza #Hamas
www.sbs.com.au/news/article...
Apparently those that object to Israel's inclusion don't think it should be allowed to retaliate when it's attacked.
#Gaza #Hamas
www.sbs.com.au/news/article...
Israel to perform at Eurovision 2026 as Spain, Netherlands, Ireland and Slovenia withdraw
The European Broadcasting Union confirmed Israel’s eligibility for the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest, triggering withdrawals by Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland and Slovenia.
www.sbs.com.au
December 4, 2025 at 10:49 PM
In spite of temper tantrums by Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland, and Slovenia, #Israel will compete at #Eurovision in 2026.
Apparently those that object to Israel's inclusion don't think it should be allowed to retaliate when it's attacked.
#Gaza #Hamas
www.sbs.com.au/news/article...
Apparently those that object to Israel's inclusion don't think it should be allowed to retaliate when it's attacked.
#Gaza #Hamas
www.sbs.com.au/news/article...
When I first read this I thought it was suggesting there was a #bushfire 10km from the moon.
#Australia
#Australia
Moon just now.
There’s a bushfire about 10km from here, thus the colour.
There’s a bushfire about 10km from here, thus the colour.
December 4, 2025 at 11:30 AM
When I first read this I thought it was suggesting there was a #bushfire 10km from the moon.
#Australia
#Australia
I doubt freedom of speech was the issue in the case.
If he'd walked around Sydney with a sign on his chest that would've been fine but the SOH has the right not to be part of his protest.
There'd also be the issue over whether he acquired a permit for the protest.
#Auspol #Palestine #Israel
If he'd walked around Sydney with a sign on his chest that would've been fine but the SOH has the right not to be part of his protest.
There'd also be the issue over whether he acquired a permit for the protest.
#Auspol #Palestine #Israel
December 4, 2025 at 11:22 AM
I doubt freedom of speech was the issue in the case.
If he'd walked around Sydney with a sign on his chest that would've been fine but the SOH has the right not to be part of his protest.
There'd also be the issue over whether he acquired a permit for the protest.
#Auspol #Palestine #Israel
If he'd walked around Sydney with a sign on his chest that would've been fine but the SOH has the right not to be part of his protest.
There'd also be the issue over whether he acquired a permit for the protest.
#Auspol #Palestine #Israel
Cutting wages and making payment of corporate taxes optional would also help #business too.
It doesn’t mean that it’s a good idea. Why won’t CEOs just vote for the party they prefer to influence policy.
#Auspol #tax
It doesn’t mean that it’s a good idea. Why won’t CEOs just vote for the party they prefer to influence policy.
#Auspol #tax
Palantir CEO Says Making War Crimes Constitutional Would Be Good for Business
Palantir CEO Says Making War Crimes Constitutional Would Be Good for Business
Alex Karp vows to use his "whole influence" on immigration and defense policy.
gizmodo.com
December 4, 2025 at 5:25 AM
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Peter Costello
Shut up Pete.
You set up an economy many of us can’t afford to live in then you shout down at us from atop your pile of money paid to you by us to tell us to have more children we can’t afford?
Just shut up Pete.
#AusPol
Shut up Pete.
You set up an economy many of us can’t afford to live in then you shout down at us from atop your pile of money paid to you by us to tell us to have more children we can’t afford?
Just shut up Pete.
#AusPol
December 4, 2025 at 12:36 AM
Peter Costello
Shut up Pete.
You set up an economy many of us can’t afford to live in then you shout down at us from atop your pile of money paid to you by us to tell us to have more children we can’t afford?
Just shut up Pete.
#AusPol
Shut up Pete.
You set up an economy many of us can’t afford to live in then you shout down at us from atop your pile of money paid to you by us to tell us to have more children we can’t afford?
Just shut up Pete.
#AusPol
Why is Senator Canavan trying to limit the answer to whether net zero is good or bad for our wealth, prosperity & economy?
I'd have thought the main issue is whether it's good for our health & wellbeing.
#Auspol #climate
I'd have thought the main issue is whether it's good for our health & wellbeing.
#Auspol #climate
🇦🇺 #AUSpol
Matt Canavan asks Treasury’s Dr Alex Heath what their modeling says on NetZero but keeps barging in as it’s not what he wants to hear
Heath “An orderly transition is going to be more economically beneficial”
Canavan “But that’s not relevant to my question!”
Yes it is you idiot🙄 #Estimates
Heath “An orderly transition is going to be more economically beneficial”
Canavan “But that’s not relevant to my question!”
Yes it is you idiot🙄 #Estimates
December 4, 2025 at 1:18 AM
Last year AGL, was making $755 of profit per customer per year. Origin, Australia’s largest retailer, made $595 in profit per customer. 189% and 172% increase in profit respectively, Here’s the kicker. For every $100 of your electricity bill, just $12 is actually the cost of generating electricity.
Now is the time to talk about nationalising essential services – Max Chandler-Mather
If we’re serious about tackling the cost-of-living crisis, we need to put services like electricity and childcare back into public hands.
open.substack.com
December 3, 2025 at 11:39 PM
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Obscene. I'd love to see figures for Australia's uber-rich - Rinehart and her demented ilk. Someone in the halls of power please introduce a wealth tax, and save us all. #Auspol
While millions of families struggle to put food on the table Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos & Mark Zuckerberg own more wealth than the bottom HALF of Americans.
That’s what oligarchy is about. That’s what a rigged economy is about.
Is it any wonder that people in this country are angry?
That’s what oligarchy is about. That’s what a rigged economy is about.
Is it any wonder that people in this country are angry?
December 3, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Obscene. I'd love to see figures for Australia's uber-rich - Rinehart and her demented ilk. Someone in the halls of power please introduce a wealth tax, and save us all. #Auspol
Nobody seems to be leaking the details of the #Ukraine-#Russia negotiations.
However, despite struggling to match #Ukraine Putin thinks he can intimidate NATO.
#Trump
www.bbc.com/news/article...
However, despite struggling to match #Ukraine Putin thinks he can intimidate NATO.
#Trump
www.bbc.com/news/article...
Kremlin signals no breakthrough after Ukraine talks with US
Five hours of talks between Putin and US negotiators were “constructive”, Kremlin officials say, but “a lot of work lies ahead”.
www.bbc.com
December 3, 2025 at 8:51 AM
Nobody seems to be leaking the details of the #Ukraine-#Russia negotiations.
However, despite struggling to match #Ukraine Putin thinks he can intimidate NATO.
#Trump
www.bbc.com/news/article...
However, despite struggling to match #Ukraine Putin thinks he can intimidate NATO.
#Trump
www.bbc.com/news/article...
No judge has believed the #Lehrmann version of events yet but Bruce and his backers think it may be worth trying the High Court.
He will lose again so why bother?
#auspol #auslaw
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-12...
He will lose again so why bother?
#auspol #auslaw
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-12...
Bruce Lehrmann may turn to High Court following appeal loss: lawyer
Bruce Lehrmann has lost his appeal against a Federal Court ruling that found on the balance of probabilities he raped his then-colleague Brittany Higgins in 2019.
www.abc.net.au
December 3, 2025 at 7:31 AM
No judge has believed the #Lehrmann version of events yet but Bruce and his backers think it may be worth trying the High Court.
He will lose again so why bother?
#auspol #auslaw
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-12...
He will lose again so why bother?
#auspol #auslaw
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-12...
Today I learnt this but I'd like confirmation that it's true.
Norwegians use the word “Texas” to describe something that is crazy. (Last night’s party was completely #Texas.)
#Norway #health #Europe
www.britannica.com/one-good-fac...
Norwegians use the word “Texas” to describe something that is crazy. (Last night’s party was completely #Texas.)
#Norway #health #Europe
www.britannica.com/one-good-fac...
One Good Fact about Norwegian Slang | Britannica
What does “Texas” mean in Norway? A fascinating nugget of information, new every day.
www.britannica.com
December 3, 2025 at 2:59 AM
Today I learnt this but I'd like confirmation that it's true.
Norwegians use the word “Texas” to describe something that is crazy. (Last night’s party was completely #Texas.)
#Norway #health #Europe
www.britannica.com/one-good-fac...
Norwegians use the word “Texas” to describe something that is crazy. (Last night’s party was completely #Texas.)
#Norway #health #Europe
www.britannica.com/one-good-fac...