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My cat quietly objected to the use of her photo. Here for my dose of news and ideas and really silly stuff.

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David Milner @davemilbo.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Here's @ronnisalt.bsky.social. "The NACC: The high price you pay for corruption" theshot.net.au/uncategorize...
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The NACC: The high price you pay for corruption - The Shot
Let’s all cast our minds back three years to July, 2023, when the much-anticipated National Anti-Corruption Commission officially started life…...
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baagroak.bsky.social @baagroak.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
I don't believe them for a second. The coalition would flip so fast their supporters would start protesting them as wind turbines. The major parties have sold us out. We need a significant balance of power in the cross bench. #auspol
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Michael West @michaelwestbiz.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
"There is little point in having teeth if there is no appetite to use them" NACC chair Brereton resigns, claims he is a victim. Paul Begley @yelgeb.bsky.social sets the record straight. #auspol #robodebt michaelwest.com.au/naccered-fro...
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NACCered from the start. What will Brereton's departure change? - Michael West
Commissioner Paul Brereton's departure from the NACC has been met with almost universal relief, but will it change how the NACC operates?
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Kent Parkstreet @kentparkskeet.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
I sometimes feel I despise this government more than the last, because it pretends to be a Labor government instead of just being honestly uncaring and brutal.
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Agnes Mack @agnessmack.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
David Pope in Canberra Times
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Mehreen Faruqi @mehreenfaruqi.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
Let’s be clear about what’s happening here. Ordinary people from around the world, including 14 brave Australians, who have seen Israel’s ongoing genocide and atrocities, are on a peaceful, lawful mission to deliver desperately needed aid to Palestinians.
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Peggy Sanders @peggysanders.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
Anthony Albanese’s legacy. #auspol @australianlabor.bsky.social michaelwest.com.au/the-enforcem...
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The Enforcement. The lobby that bought Australian democracy - Michael West
Australia's sovereignty is violated by Israel, our institutions subject to foreign interference. Royal commission into Zionist influence
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baagroak.bsky.social @baagroak.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
The US is doing what it always did, just now they do it overly. Why is anyone surprised?
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baagroak.bsky.social @baagroak.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
I haven't heard a single objection to the Maori performing their cultural rites during ANZAC ceremonies nor were they booed for proudly displaying their heritage. Spin your vague circular word salad arguments about WTC all your like, we see you for what you are. #auspol
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Simon Rosenberg @simonrosenberg.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
"UQP has indulged the complaints and outrage of lobby groups actively complicit in laundering Australia's economic and political investments in genocide, causing extreme distress to your staff and authors." Shamefully, UQP has put #ZionistMcCarthyism ahead of integrity. #auspol
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baagroak.bsky.social @baagroak.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
What's the beef with Barnaby Joyce? I googled Barnaby getup but all that comes up is this picture?
The infamous image of Barnaby Joyce passed out drunk on his back. For crying out loud, get up!
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baagroak.bsky.social @baagroak.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
Look at all the divisive culture warriors out there playing with their new favourite B(R)S wedge. #auspol
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Simon Rosenberg @simonrosenberg.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
"Historically, critiques of Israeli military policies have often foregrounded the expectation that Jewish communities uniformly support such policies. The recent statements from JCA and JVP challenge this monolithic assumption." Dissenting voices are growing. #auspol johnmenadue.com/post/2026/04...
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Jewish voices challenge the war on Iran
Dissenting Jewish organisations are challenging support for war on Iran, reframing Jewish identity around justice, international law and the equal value of all lives.
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The Cathy Wilcox @cathywilcox.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
A reminder to check out alternative media outfits like We Used to Be Journos, Deepcut and Lamestream who are all putting in the work to bring you news analysis and the stories/perspectives the mainstream sometimes misses. They need subscribers, to exist. Feel free to add your own recommendations.
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Michael West @michaelwestbiz.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
David v Goliath. Court tries to charge injured broke coal miner Simon Turner $5,830 to appeal muzzled court case. Court demands payslips to prove hardship - oops, they prove Turner's case #auspol michaelwest.com.au/david-v-goli...
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David v Goliath. Court gets real evidence from miner v BHP by accident - Michael West
BHP kept evidence out of court for years in defending its case against an injured coal miner. But the Court has accidentally proved his claim.
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baagroak.bsky.social @baagroak.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
You can't expect a long address to the nation when he's just knocked off early for the Easter holiday, the car is running and he has a 4 1/2 hour drive up the coast for his break. Be normal everyone. #auspol
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Farrukh @implausibleblog.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
Pete Hegseth announces "The Greater North America" "From Greenland, to the Gulf of Mexico, to the Panama Canal and it's surrounding countries"
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The Saturday Paper @thesaturdaypaper.com.au · 27/03/2026
Exclusive: New allegations of war crimes against Australian soldiers in Afghanistan are part of a body of evidence linked to the Special Air Service Regiment that were previously examined during Ben Roberts-Smith's defamation proceedings against Nine newspapers. satpa.pe/uIDEoez
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Exclusive: Two more alleged war crime victims identified
The families of men allegedly shot by Australian soldiers in Afghanistan have recounted how their relatives were killed, making the case for further prosecutions against the SASR.
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Andrew Gardiner @ajgardineresq.bsky.social · 15/03/2026
Angus/Pauline/Trump/Farage. Enablers whose rhetoric gives kids, parents and sometimes even teachers a permission structure to unleash the worst in us* ... #auspol
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🐈‍⬛💜 phonakins 🍉🌲 @phonakins.com · 15/03/2026
"Azzrah is palliative, [his condition is] degenerative, he does have a life-limiting prognosis," But instead of receiving the help they expected, it started "a big battle" "They (NDIS) did their investigations and came back with a new plan which was less than what we had started with," she said
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Inside a family's 'exhausting' battle with the NDIS to support disabled son
The parents of a disabled teenager have lifted the lid on the toll lobbying the NDIS for adequate support has taken on their lives, saying they feel exhausted and let down.
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baagroak.bsky.social @baagroak.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
Albo only invaded the field after discussions with Trump.
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baagroak.bsky.social @baagroak.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
I am suddenly getting bombarded with manosphere and right wing rage porn reels on Facebook since the war started. The propaganda is being ramped up and my thumbs are getting sore from all the blocking. People forget you can block just about anything.
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The Saturday Paper @thesaturdaypaper.com.au · 01/03/2026
Taking on the biggest role of his career, Tim Wilson is gearing up for an “unconventional” showdown with Treasurer Jim Chalmers over tax reform, inflation and housing. He’s targeting his efforts heavily at what’s become a dominant bloc of young voters. satpa.pe/TsYdAn5
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Tim Wilson on the Liberal Party: ‘getting our mojo back’
The new shadow treasurer distances himself from the mistakes of his predecessor Angus Taylor, and promises an ‘unconventional’ battle with Jim Chalmers and further scrutiny of the NDIS.
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elia ayoub @ayoub.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
He also pointed out that the Israeli athlete’s presence violates the IOC’s own terms as that man has both supported the genocide in Gaza and actively taken part in the Israeli army’s operations.
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baagroak.bsky.social @baagroak.bsky.social · 11/10/2025
Well well well
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Kate Auty @kateauty.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09... The #NACC #Commissioner is a “full-time job, one of the best paid jobs in the public service and … the commissioner [should be] willing to forego all other engagements … [and focus] on the role [without] perceived or real conflicts of interest …” #SenatorPocock
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Anti-corruption chief kept consulting role after saying he had resigned
The head of the national anti-corruption commission told a Senate inquiry he had resigned his role at the defence force's investigative arm. But the ABC has learned he continued consulting for them, a...
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The Chaser @chaser.com.au · 29/09/2025
"I thought Islamophobia was a requirement to work at News Corp?" said one of the show's ten former viewers. chaser.com.au/general-news...
Image of Freya Fired UP with the text Time to fire up with Freya Leach (but the 'up with' is crossed out)

Headline: Nation shocked to learn that you can be too Islamophobic for Sky After Dark
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The Klaxon News @theklaxon.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
🚨Antisemitism Envoy Jillian Segal is a current - not former - top executive of pro-Israel lobby group the Executive Council of Australian Jewry. Has held role at all times since appointed Envoy. Explosive revelations. Foreign interference questions... theklaxon.com.au/y8fq
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Jillian Segal a top executive at pro-Israel lobby group - The Klaxon
Antisemitism Envoy Jillian Segal — who has called for pro-Palestine demonstrations to be banned from cities — is a top executive of a pro-Israel lobby group.
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Ben Collins @bencollins.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
The amount of shit I got for this segment at the time was astronomical, and it was all from people who now stalk CVS employees to get them fired for insufficient online sadness. Cheering on political violence is both evil and not new, an outgrowth of an internet intentionally dismantled years ago.
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Rosie de Difficult Kat 🌱🍉🍉 @rosiedekat.bsky.social · 15/09/2025
Chris Masters’ book "Flawed Hero: Truth, Lies and War Crimes" #auspol
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baagroak.bsky.social @baagroak.bsky.social · 12/09/2025
Just leaving this here for no particular reason. m.youtube.com/watch?v=dXHl...
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The Eulogy Song - Chasers war on Everything
YouTube video by thacosmicjester
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Rex Patrick @mrrexpatrick.bsky.social · 06/09/2025
New #FOI Bill an assault on Government transparency. With Scott Morrison at least you knew he was being secret. With Anthony Albanese, it’s worse, because he likes to portray himself as transparent, but he’s not. #auspol
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Government faces backlash over plans to change freedom of information laws | 7.30
YouTube video by ABC News In-depth
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The Cathy Wilcox @cathywilcox.bsky.social · 01/09/2025
Sore point. My @smh @theage cartoon.
Two frames. Top: March of black-clad ultra nationalists with Aussie flags, placards saying “IMMIGRANTS GO HOME” “AUSSIE AUSSIE AUSSIE” “TOO MANY INDIANS”, facing lone reporter who says, “But aren’t you all descendants of migrants?” Lower frame, same scene with marchers with fists raised replying,”DON’T SAY THAT, BECAUSE IT IRRITATES ME…”
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Crikey @crikey.com.au · 01/09/2025
Opinion | Alleged Porepunkah shooter Dezi Freeman's clashes with authorities and neighbours have been in the media for years. Has tabloid media helped legitimise the grievances of Freeman and men like him?
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Before the horror of Porepunkah, Australia’s media platformed Dezi Freeman for years
When Dezi Freeman was named as the suspect in a police shooting in regional Victoria, it was far from the first time his name and face had appeared in the news.
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baagroak.bsky.social @baagroak.bsky.social · 01/09/2025
Crickets from the "it isn't about racism" crowd.
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baagroak.bsky.social @baagroak.bsky.social · 25/05/2025
Somehow still not the worst Liberal intervention in NT history.
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baagroak.bsky.social @baagroak.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
As a sign of good faith the Nats have adopted the Libs policy of flip flopping on previous announcements.
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Nick Feik @nickfeik.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
The ALP govt persists with its Safeguard Mechanism as the only legislated emissions reduction scheme, even knowing that the carbon offset market is a sham. The top 3 methods for generating offsets are proven BS. Look at the number of trees *actually planted* (bottom fig) www.afr.com/policy/energ...
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The Chaser @chaser.com.au · 26/04/2025
Media takes break from villainising Welcome to Country to ask how racists could possibly think it’s ok to boo a Welcome to Country
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Eliot Higgins @eliothiggins.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
I continue to be appalled at the lack of accountability around the SLAPP case that targeted me. If I can get sued for saying a warlord sanctioned by the EU, UK, and US for his role in Wagner is involved with Wagner then can we really say there's any protection for journalists in the UK from SLAPPs?
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6 News Australia @6newsau.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
#BREAKING 🚨 WATCH LIVE: Anthony Albanese calls federal election for May 3 www.youtube.com/live/WoCCsqs...
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BREAKING: Anthony Albanese calls federal election for May 3 | 6 News
YouTube video by SIX News Australia
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David Milner @davemilbo.bsky.social · 26/03/2025
Outside the ABC, a vigil mourns the murders of more than 200 journalists in Gaza, the stories of their final moments told in a way an ABC broadcast never could. A security guard and someone from the MSO quietly expressed solidarity. Journalists leaving the building just tried to avoid eye contact.
A vigil outside the ABC in Southbank. The sheets of paper tell the stories of the deaths of more than 200 journalists murdered during Israel's genocide of Palestine.
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baagroak.bsky.social @baagroak.bsky.social · 23/03/2025
Ahh yes, the old argument that capitalists will grow an ethics bone by magic. This kind of argument is like watching Caligula shooting at the stars.
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AusPoast @daryltractor.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
“In Wannon, if today you donate $1,500 to Liberal MP Dan Tehan, your donation is tax deductible. If today you donate the same to independent opponent Alex Dyson, it is not. Dan has a copy of the electoral roll; Alex has to pay tens of thousands for the same info.” @simonahac.bsky.social at #npc
Simon Holmes A Court at the press club
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baagroak.bsky.social @baagroak.bsky.social · 10/03/2025
So this confirms what the PM was briefed in relation to the caravan. We know the legislation came after. Now the question becomes why make these laws?
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baagroak.bsky.social @baagroak.bsky.social · 07/03/2025
Given Barry is a shearer, I thought he deserved a verse in click goes the shears Barry from Echuca is sitting in 1C, When a young mug walks up a little too casually. Holding a shottie and dressed in high-vis vest. Not today you're going away. Citizens arrest!
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Man who tackled alleged offender on Jetstar Flight speaks to 774 Drive - ABC listen
Barry Clark has detailed the moment he helped police detain a man who allegedly attempted to board a flight at Avalon Airport with a firearm on Thursday afternoon.
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Ketan Joshi @ketanjoshi.co · 03/03/2025
Absolutely disgusting story: a climate-denying councillor used allegation of "anti-semitism" towards a renewable energy community group to force the resignation of a board member with threats of cut funding. She resigned: the funding was cut anyway. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03...
On February 12, BREAZE president Peta Guy met with Ms Wetherall at a local cafe for a "business-as-usual" meeting.

Ms Guy said as the meeting drew to a close, she was presented with four A4 pieces of "barely legible" paper containing a series of retweets and thread comments made by Ms Debrett on X.

"The way that it was presented and formatted did not give me a high degree of confidence that things were entirely accurate,"  she said.
Those thread comments from Ms Debrett included the line "Israel is a stain on the planet" and a statement tagging Foreign Minister Penny Wong that said the IDF continued to "dehumanise and torment people of Gaza in similar style to the way Nazis dehumanised Jews during the holocaust".

The tweets that prompted Ms Debrett's comments were not included in the document.

Ms Debrett, whose X account has since been wiped, told the ABC she had been responding to posts about the "genocide committed by the Israeli government" in Gaza.

"I was watching the live streaming of the obliteration of Gazan infrastructure and civilians, people pleading into the camera or via written comments and asking, 'Can you see me? Are you watching? Please don't look away. Please comment,'" she said.On February 20, Ms Debrett, who "vehemently denied the allegations", stepped down from the board because she "did not wish BREAZE to lose funding".

Despite her resignation, council formally terminated BREAZE funding that same day.

This was communicated via an email from Ms Wetherall that stated Ms Debrett's conduct on X risked damaging the image and reputation of council and was therefore just cause for termination.

BREAZE was ordered to pay back any funding it had already received.

In a statement, Ms Wetherall said the council's decision was a "regrettable" but "necessary action".

"Our assessment of these posts determined that by association they may harm or risk harming the reputation of council or Ballarat as a destination as per a clause in the City Partnerships Program agreement," she said.
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Kent Parkstreet @kentparkskeet.bsky.social · 03/03/2025
Legend.
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James Harrison: Australian whose blood saved 2.4 million babies dies
Known as the 'man with the golden arm', James Harrison's blood contained a rare antibody that saved millions of lives.
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