Larissa Waters asks former Treasury chief Ken Henry if it’s too simplistic to say wartime gas profits from the war on Iran can either go to Australians, or to overseas investors & shareholders.
Henry “That’s not simplistic, that’s how it is!” “It is as simple as that.” 💥 #auspol
As we'll be arguing in Crikey today, the real upshot of the NSW Court of Appeal's judgment yesterday invalidating those ridiculous anti-protest laws, it is Premier Chris Minns who is incompatible with democracy. He clearly doesn't understand his responsibility as a leader of elected government.
Furious anger and righteous vengeance or far too few hugs as a kid? Who can say...
r/writingprompts would like a word!
Nothing brings a smile to the face quicker than beasts and children playing with abandon. Poppy looks hysterically excited!
Today, on the International Day to Combat Islamophobia, we remind the government that it’s been 16 months since the Race Discrimination Commissioner released the National Anti-Racism Framework, a roadmap to combat racism in Australia, and Labor is letting it gather dust.
Oof
#Auspol
MOSS VALE, 146km from Central, is a key rural station serving a small but growing town. Its two platforms are uniquely far apart, with a car park, several heritage buildings and gardens in the middle. The station is accessed by footbridges leading through these buildings, with new glass lifts. (1/6)
It also shows the hollowness of 'powerful' western allies. France made a lot of noises about their former protectorate of Lebanon when Israeli bombs started dropping. Macron et al are suspiciously silent now.
Illustration of a young woman wearing a white shirt reading “From the River to the Sea,” standing calmly between two looming police officer silhouettes holding her arms. The officers appear large and shadowy behind her, while she is rendered in bright red and white tones, highlighting tension between protest speech and state authority.
Welcome to Queensland - the Censor State - where you can face up to two years’ imprisonment for a simple phrase.
Subsidies to mining companies growing faster than the NDIS, child care, aged care.
Australian gov fossil fuel subsidies now at $30,000 every minute of every day.
Great piece on @australiainstitute.org.au latest research
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Given the mainstream media avoids complex discussions about the Greens, it was a pleasure to have a long chat with Jonathan Sri on @3rrrfm.bsky.social about how the Greens are travelling atm, their weaknesses and opportunities:
www.rrr.org.au/on-demand/se...
The Albanese Government has still said nothing. Thousands of Lebanese-Australians, not a peep from their government. Seems Labor cannot see the victims when they are killed by Israeli and US bombs.
Risque!
Robodebt was the worst failure of public administration in Australian history. It raised est. $1.73 bn of illegitimate debts from over 430,000 vulnerable Australians and plunged thousands of families into distress and grief. And still no real consequences.
www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...
The article laments the plight of ALP for Palestine, the ALP against war and should have thrown in Labor Enviro Network. All vociferously against ALP policy.
None with the guts to act against such policy.
Join the party that actually fights for these values folks. #Greens #Auspol #Climate #NoWar
So the #NACC is working as intended?
Matt and Angus; a dream team of trolls.
Buckle up #Auspol. The COALition gotta tackle them knucklehead ONP voters with the lowest of low approaches.
David Pope in Canberra Times
Just as well the Melbin community will support his bid wholeheartedly
Odd framing from the Age; 'dozens more MPs' would potentially 'bring back' many ex pollies. Does #NineFax have an eye on their real prize here? #Fraudenberg? #Auspol
While welcome, we can already hear the political messaging from the cynical masses:
Not interested in fixing cost of living pressures or housing, Albo wants taxpayers to fund more politicians! Grumble grumble, rhubarb crumble #Auspol
Is there no honour aomng thieves?
Perhaps Also's office got the memo about how pathetically weak he consistently appears in the face of actual leadership decisions for Australia. His PR squad are busy drafting positions to boost his 'strength' by coming out against progressive indies and former UK royals.
I'm looking for recommendations of Australian comms and web agencies with experience working with progressive advocacy organisations. I have a few projects in the pipeline that I'd like to get some quotes for.
That is a remarkably weak name. I guess they can trade on their reputation?
So far today:
Pauline Hanson has spouted more of her racist crap, but the Hate Speech laws don't apply to her; and,
Labor has approved a coal mine extension which will release CO2 equiv. to half Australia's annual carbon footprint.
Hey @albomp.bsky.social - you knew him well, #WhatWouldWhitlamDo?
