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James Kirby

@jimmykirby.bsky.social
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Lawyer... Rule of Law Enthusiast, Environmentalist, Humanitarian, Pro-Climate, Anti-Orange-fella, Former U.S Resident, #auspol Contributor

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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Why aren't the ALP and Greens sheeting this msg home to ONP's political mentor - the U.S Republicans. "Higher prices caused by the war have cost the typical U.S family $US1000," This war has cost Aussie households $x. Expect more of it if you vote for ONP. #auspol www.smh.com.au/world/middle...
smh.com.au
Why Iran could choose to escalate the war
Trump’s Iran war should be taught for decades as a model of how not to conduct either war or foreign policy.
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Spot on! I have no idea why this isn't Discussion Points 1,2 & 3 when the ALP talks of ONP and/or the economy. #auspol
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
"With Coalition support" One wonders what Andrew Hastie has to say about this? #auspol
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The Saturday Paper @thesaturdaypaper.com.au · 24/09/2026
With Coalition support, One Nation is seeking to make a change to the Criminal Code that could decide the trials of Ben Roberts-Smith and Oliver Schulz, writes Ben Mckelvey. trib.al/Ys0hrwu
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One Nation plans combatant law change
With Coalition support, One Nation is seeking to make a change to the Criminal Code that could decide the trials of Ben Roberts-Smith and Oliver Schulz.
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Norway’s 5.6m ppl are the richest & happiest top 10 nations. Massive reserves of Nth Sea oil & gas + the foresight to invest that wealth in public rather than private wellbeing = the world’s largest wealth fund of $US2.2 trillion This could / should be Aus! www.smh.com.au/traveller/tr... #auspol
smh.com.au
It’s the small and rich Nordic nation that could
Journeying along Norway’s sinuous coastline, a writer goes in search of “kos”, the country’s style of happiness.
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
That's an easy one. Marles is dangerous. Barnaby was incompetent. Big difference #auspol
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
This is an absolute cracker of a weekend read. Well-written, precise, financially accurate and a brilliant glossary at the end for the #auspol crew to nod their heads to and the #uspol crew to take notes from. 😆👍 ifloz.substack.com/p/king-carne...
ifloz.substack.com
KING CARNEY ACTIVATES KONG MODE WITH ZERO FUCKS
Carney Reads the Clock Like a Pro Wrestler
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
www.smh.com.au/politics/fed... "It’s Ben Roberts-Smith.....who is awaiting trial for committing war crimes. He’s regarded favourably by nearly seven out of 10 of the people who say they intend to vote One Nation." Doesn't bode well for Andrew Hastie who's testifying against him. #auspol
smh.com.au
The surprising figure One Nation supporters back more than anyone apart from Hanson
No.1 among One Nation voters is, as you’d expect, Pauline Hanson. But No.2 is not Barnaby Joyce or Donald Trump or any conventional political figure.
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
He'll be an independent by the next Federal election. #auspol.
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Our Gina. Queen of the Ethical Investment Ethos New positions in her portfolio include oil and gas explorer INR and Gulf Energy + doubled her stake in Donald Trump-owned Trump Media and added defence coms Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin, L3Harris Technology. #auspol afr.com/markets/equi...
afr.com
Gina Rinehart reveals $1.9b SpaceX bet as US market splurge tops $7.5b
The mining magnate has disclosed a multibillion dollar bet on Elon Musk’s space technology company, making it her biggest US holding.
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
Sunday Morning Rant: The "Tax the billionaires" crowd doesn't understand how billionaires make $$. They don't earn — they own. Their marginal tax rate is irrelevant We need to tax unrealised capital gains. Scandinavia has it down to an art. (Don't mind me: Carry on 😇) #auspol
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
"Remember the referendum in which Australians voted to create a Voice to Parliament for Israel? You don’t. It never happened. We got one anyway." #auspol
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
"Only an Aussie"... #auspol (BDE = Big D**k Energy)
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
This guy has to be the next Bond Villain post-retirement.
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The Cathy Wilcox @cathywilcox.bsky.social · 18/07/2026
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 18/07/2026
AI - We're on the cusp of a bubble bursting. We're repeating the exercise of; Canals Railways Electrification Internet "A genuine tech breakthrough that attracted capital in excess of what commercial returns could ultimately justify" giftarticle.ft.com/giftarticle/... #auspol
giftarticle.ft.com
How long until there is a US markets reckoning over Trump’s damage?
The patience of the bond markets will ultimately wear thin
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Meryl @meggsy46.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
Nooooo. Please make Israel's illegal slaughter of any and all Palestinians stop. Israel must be stopped. There is no longer any need for Israel to claim "self defence" for what has become an horrific case of genocide. Jillian Segal should be damned as an evil Zionist.
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
4th option will get her first. - inability to control her elected officials. She struggles to wrangle them when there are 4. Imagine how she'll go when there are 30 of them. And they're RWNJs - so they're all made as cut snakes to begin with. #auspol
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Brilliant.
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 13/06/2026
I think I'm in love with @cathywilcox.bsky.social .....
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
I have no understanding of why this is not the centrepiece of ALP strategy. ONP = MAGA. MAGA = higher fuel and food prices in Australia Say it and say it as often as you can. Its not that complicated people. Oh - and can someone ask PH to rule out conscription...that's another easy one #auspol
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 07/06/2026
Not a truer word......
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 07/06/2026
Unsolicited legal opinion - He'll get off. It will only take one of these nut jobs to be in the jury and he will walk. Is she tainting the jury pool - no. She's running this on Oxley Qld. Not Sydney where the jury will be drawn from.... But still - I take your point! :)
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 30/05/2026
"Former Weekend Fox News Host's unqualified, potentially drunken ruminations gain Front Page News on Major Australian News Site" That would be my headline.. Embarrassing. #auspol www.smh.com.au/world/asia/h...
smh.com.au
Hegseth praises Australia for ‘stepping up’ as he shifts tone on China
While the US defence secretary struck a more conciliatory tone on China, Defence Minister Richard Marles said the seabed was “becoming a battlefield”.
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
I hope the Qld govt keeps its place in line on his promise of funds. Hate for us to miss out. Shifty fucker. #auepol #qldpol
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Pauleen - "saviour of Facebook comment’s sections and men on intervention orders" has to be close to political line of the year thus far. Brilliant. #auspol
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
“Not only would <Trump restricting arms sales to Taiwan> give China a veto over critical security assistance to Taiwan, it would suggest that for the right price, any partner’s fate may be for sale.” giftarticle.ft.com/giftarticle/... ANZUS isn't worth the paper its written on. #auspol
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Donald Trump’s plan to discuss Taiwan arms sales with Xi Jinping rattles Asian allies
Negotiations with Beijing on weapons exports to Taipei would break long US precedent
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 09/05/2026
What a great write up. Well done Jennie @mfwitches.bsky.social ! Gift article for those who don't subscribe. www.thesaturdaypaper.com.au/share/23248/...
thesaturdaypaper.com.au
Inside the success of MFW
Formed at the height of #MeToo, Mad Fucking Witches has become a potent force that’s helped to bring down Alan Jones, Marty Sheargold and now Kyle Sandilands.
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 03/05/2026
So there's the truth. Australia's greatest export since Vegemite -is officially owned by the Poms. BBC Director - “We, as BBC Studios, have the rights to exploit Bluey commercially in Australia and around the world.” www.afr.com/rear-window/... #Auspol
afr.com
ABC fesses to $300 million Bluey blunder
The public broadcaster is finally admitting that the BBC snatching the commercial rights to TV sensation “Bluey” was costly.
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
Germany's Chancellor had the spine to call out the US Iran adventure as ill-conceived — and copped 5,000 troops pulled for his trouble. Meanwhile our PM can't find the backbone to say boo. Tell them to fuck off out of here and get the target off our backs. edition.cnn.com/2026/05/01/p... #auspol
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US withdrawing 5,000 troops from Germany after chancellor criticized war with Iran | CNN Politics
The Pentagon said on Friday the US will be withdrawing roughly 5,000 troops from Germany over the next year.
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
Looks like BRS was on the Christopher Skase path to the land of the non-extradition treaty of Majorca ......Until he was arrested. Grub. Hope the judge finds this conduct is disclosable to the jury www.smh.com.au/national/ben... #auspol
smh.com.au
Ben Roberts-Smith had vacated his rental and booked an international flight. Then the police arrived
Five days before the alleged war criminal was set to fly out of the country, authorities swooped in to arrest him.
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
I'm guessing he's an easy booking for the ABC staff As long as you get him before 2pm - he'll be somewhat Compos mentis.... #auspol
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 18/04/2026
I do not trust Richard Marles. Every time he opens his mouth, I suspect that Australia's interests are a distant second to what he conceives to be his post-political career. Big military consultancy. Which won't exists without #AUKUS + U.S I trust Barnaby more than I trust Marles. 🤮 #auspol
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 18/04/2026
@decentral21.bsky.social - I'm on booktopia - give me your Top 3......please mate. :)
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 18/04/2026
I have no problem with this. Good on him. Hope he makes a fortune out of it. #auspol
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
"(High Oil prices) shld make Aus companies less valuable and hit the corp. tax take, nat. budget way more than any sticky-fingered oil-and-gas super-profits tax can cover." afr.com/chanticleer/... Suggest it all depends on the size of the super-profits tax. Norway is 76%. Start there. #auspol
afr.com
Westpac, Qantas deliver news market didn’t want to hear
Australia’s slowing economy and collapsing confidence has run headfirst into an offshore oil shock and business is finally starting to quantify the impact.
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
$110K for him is chicken feed. Its the insider knowledge he'll gain from sitting on that board that will be where the serious $$ come from. #auspol
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
Most dangerous politician in Australia currently. Dangerous combination of sneakiness, smugness & lunacy. And always seems to have one eye on his post-political defence career opportunities. #auspol
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 05/04/2026
As of last night, the US Pres. has become an active threat to global safety — not just an embarrassment to the 65% of Americans who will vote against him. For Aus. to remain shackled to ANZUS and AUKUS while Washington burns isn't loyalty. It's capitulation and I'm fucking sick of it. #auspol
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Anne Applebaum @anneapplebaum.wsocial.eu · 05/04/2026
From Catherine Belton, on why Vance is going to Budapest www.washingtonpost.com/world/2026/0...
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
Selwyn Cobbo is the laziest player in the #NRL.
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
Sorry, Matt "Coal-face / Global Warming is Bullshit" Canavan drives a Tesla? C'mon, you're pulling our leg @qldaah.bsky.social surely? #auspol
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
An unpopular opinion. Given; 1. Labor is the most pro-U.S party in our recent history 2. U.S is an existential threat to Australia and our way of life, And 3. Andrew Hastie is the only Aus. pollie to stand up to the U.S If Hastie was LNP leader at the next election, I may vote for him. #auspol
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
I thought we'd told him to F*ck off months ago? If you can't give ppl bad news, you're in the wrong job! "Other countries have politely declined Trump’s offer to join his Board of Peace. More than 2 months later, Albanese till hasn't provided an answer." www.smh.com.au/politics/fed... #auspol
smh.com.au
Germany’s blunt candour about Trump highlights how timid Australia has become
The Albanese government believes it has little scope to express even the mildest criticism of Trump’s war against Iran. Not everyone feels so constrained.
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
The worst thing about the ABC Strike is that we're all going to have to deal with a re-run of #Hardquiz. Going to be a struggle. #auspol
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
What a beautiful explanation. #auspol
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Does this mean they're going to stop calling the U.S league GF the "World Series"?
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 14/03/2026
Prominent media owner Antony Catalano has been charged with assault and accused of dragging a woman around an apartment by her hair and ankles, before swinging a clothes iron at her head. Appalling. Fuck the Melbourne Establishment #auspol www.smh.com.au/national/vic...
smh.com.au
ACM chairman Antony Catalano checking into rehab after assault charges
Prominent media owner Antony Catalano has apologised after he was charged with assault and accused of dragging a woman around an apartment by her hair and ankles.
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
When it seems the whole world is crashing around you and all hope is lost - you can always rely on the Nats for that ray of sunshine. Canavan for leader - please let it be true!!!!😂 www.smh.com.au/politics/fed... "Senator Matt Canavan will contest the party’s leadership......." #auspol
smh.com.au
‘I’ve had enough’: Littleproud resigns as Nationals leader with party in existential crisis
Littleproud made the announcement at a press conference in Parliament House in Canberra on Tuesday afternoon.
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James Kirby @jimmykirby.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
@tonyburkemp.bsky.social In 1956, Australia opened its arms to 48 Hungarians who were terrified to go home during the Cold War. These women are living that same terror right now. Keep them here. Offer them all asylum. Bring their families. Show the world that Australians care. #auspol
theguardian.com
Time is running out for the Iranian women’s football team as fears for their safety grow | Jack Snape
There are urgent calls for Australia to take action before the team return to Iran but with no word from the players themselves the situation is fraught and uncertain
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