Sign in

David Marler

@qldaah.bsky.social
8.3K followers 6.8K following 9K posts

@NoFibs blogger. Carer. Profile pic backdrop is from Dr Timothy Graham from Queensland University Of Technology.

PostsRepliesMedia
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 13m
Queensland's unions begin to mobilise against the industrial relations laws of Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie saying they're designed to silence workers & discourage workcover claims. Those who defy the anti-strike laws will face $4,550 fines. #qldpol
021
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 24m
Claims of the continued silencing of Indigenous voices. The Brisbane sign was budgeted to be refurbished with Indigenous design. Then Queensland Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie changed the South Bank Corporation board. The Crisafulli government denies any responsibility. #qldpol
051
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 2h
A pledge by One Nation not to criminalise abortion in Victoria but the party's national platform is to "seek every opportunity to roll back brutal and extreme abortion law". #springst www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...
theguardian.com
One Nation proposes $2,000 baby subsidy in Victoria but says it won’t touch state abortion laws
Announcement comes a day after Liberal and Labor parties say they will cover out-of-pocket costs for abortion care
21410
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 2h
Head of Plymouth Brethren christian church, Bruce Hales, denies all knowledge of members volunteering for the Coalition at the 2025 election. Bridget McKenzie & Ben Small ran interference with cries of "Spanish Inquisition" & "religious persecution". #auspol www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...
theguardian.com
Exclusive Brethren head denies knowing church members were volunteering for Liberal party during 2025 election
Bruce Hales also denies church was a cult while son tells parliamentary committee it was ‘a bit rough’ being labelled as such
242
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 4h
One Nation NSW candidate, Jeff Bacon, would work to remove the latest changes to firearms control in the state. #nswpol www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...
theguardian.com
Firearms manufacturer standing for One Nation in NSW opposes post-Bondi gun laws that ban his rifles
Jeff Bacon, managing director of Oceania Precision, has been described by the NSW party’s leader as ‘my go-to man on the firearms industry’
5129
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 6h
Queensland Premier David Fully-Costed proclaimed the Games croco-rowing, "signed, sealed & delivered." World Rowing President Jean-Christophe Rolland responded that it "has not been approved" & they were awaiting flooding information. Lord Pocketsquare dismissed him as making "commentary". #qldpol
Jarrod Bleijie dismisses World Rowing warnings over Rockhampton Olympic venue as commentary. Jarrod Bleijie has dismissed World Rowing’s claim that Rockhampton’s Games venue remains unapproved, calling the international body’s president’s comments mere ‘commentary’. World Rowing’s declaration Rockhampton has not been approved as an Olympic venue has been dismissed by Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie as ‘commentary’. Premier David Crisafulli’s claim the venue has been “signed, sealed and delivered” has, as previously reported exclusively by The Courier-Mail, been contradicted by World Rowing and the federal government. World Rowing President Jean-Christophe Rolland stepped up his criticism of the process this week when he told a French media outlet the venue “has not been approved”. Mr Bleijie denied the government had misrepresented World Rowing’s stance on the Rockhampton rowing venue. “I think commentary will come from time to time,” Mr Bleijie said. “(Rolland’s) opinion was in the press release signing off on it.” World Rowing was surprised by the government’s claim the venue had been “locked in” and released a joint statement with Paddle Worldwide, Rowing Australia and Paddle Australia to note the venue could deliver fair and consistent racing “under the conditions assessed”. The Courier-Mail revealed World Rowing remained concerned about the risk of flooding and had requested more information from the government, which it had not provided.Mr Bleijie said the risk of flooding was a hypothetical. “For goodness sake, in Paris the river was unsafe and contaminated so they pushed back like two days of the swimming event,” he said. “Tahiti was the surfing event, you know, not too close to Paris. “The technical assessment for that time of year for rowing on the Fitzroy River has been signed off by the Dutch company, which the International Olympic Committee and the federations use to sign off on those abilities to host that. Mr Bleijie said technical assessments had been…
193
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 8h
The Crisafulli Queensland government continues its trend of quietly silencing Indigenous voices with the reneging of the South Bank Brisbane sign refurbishment. The ABC had to utilise right to information laws to obtain the details. #qldpol www.abc.net.au/news/2026-10...
abc.net.au
State government corporation axes Brisbane sign’s Indigenous makeover
The quiet axing of the proposed temporary artwork has amplified perceptions that Indigenous voices in state activities are being erased.
54428
Reposted by David Marler
Quoth the cRaven - "Vive la différence" @quoththecraven.bsky.social · 8h
Well colour me shocked. Shocked I tell you! ...
121
Reposted by David Marler
🚫🇮🇱 out of 🇦🇺politics @liltrust.bsky.social · 8h
It's like Dickie Knee & Ossie Ostrich are running the place.
044
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 11h
It went largely unnoticed this week but King Abdullah II of Jordan met with Australian PM Anthony Albanese. Jordan occupies a crucial position in the region as a moderate Arab state that works closely with Gulf countries, Egypt and Western allies. #auspol www.sbs.com.au/news/article...
sbs.com.au
A king's first Australia visit in a decade strengthens ties. But a bigger challenge looms
The Jordanian monarch's visit came as delayed Palestinian elections test Australia's recognition policy.
0166
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 11h
Campbell Newman didn't attempt to prevent strike action. His government was too consumed with cutting services & sacking. Later they added asset sales & the war on bikies which spilled onto ordinary bikers. Given a 2nd term industrial relations would have been dismantled. #qldpol
12818
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 14h
The Crisafulli Queensland government has moved tentatively in comparison to the aggression of the Newman government. That's now changed at the midterm point with Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie's Joh-like powers over industrial relations. #qldpol www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...
theguardian.com
Queensland’s LNP has tread softly in government. It’s now baring its teeth over the power to break up workers’ strikes
The controversial legislation may end up placing large sections of its suburban support – critical to the party’s lead in the polls – on the bonfire
178
Reposted by David Marler
Dan Ilic @danilic.bsky.social · 14/10/2026
Over at @getup.org.au ‘s Instagram to see the full AI Deep Fake — here’s the side by side:
25476208
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 22h
In answer to a question on the number of Queensland paramedics who are currently on leave due to psychological injuries, Health Minister Tim Nicholls describes the union movement as a "cold dead hand". I guess he's about to find out if that's true. #qldpol
065
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 22h
Queensland Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie is presenting as warm & fuzzy his industrial relations changes, saying he's just bringing the state into line with the federal minister. That's untrue because his bill contains open-ended clauses to prevent the right to strike. #qldpol
0128
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 23h
It's been Queensland Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie's political dream to get into a big battle with the state's unions. His industrial relations bill will grant him Joh-like powers but it all may ultimately become a political nightmare. #qldpol
1810
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 23h
Ultimately where Jarrod Bleijie wants to return Queensland is to pre-Federation Australia, to the time of the 1891 Shearers' Strike when unionists were arrested & imprisoned for striking. The group was sentenced 1891 & released 1893. #qldpol atui.org.au/resource/the...
atui.org.au
The 1891 Shearers’ Strike - Australian Trade Union Institute
Watch Video Read Article This week we remember the Shearers’ Strike of 1891, a defining...
12517
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 23h
The lines are drawn as the age-old Queensland battle for working conditions & the right to strike begins anew. As the Deputy Premier introduces legislation to grant himself Joh-like powers, OL Steven Miles warns Jarrod Bleijie cannot be trusted with them. #qldpol
01210
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 15/10/2026
Queensland Premier David Crisafulli's youth crime slogans did not appear to deter a 16yo & a 17yo who were part of a gang allegedly stealing cars & breaking into homes including that of a mother & her 2yo. The pair face 18 charges & were released to appear later in court. #qldpol
055
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 15/10/2026
Embarrassment today for Queensland Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie after learning a 15yo & 16yo received from police a Youth Justice Act diversion & no court appearances. Premier David Crisafulli's youth crime slogans had not deterred them from car theft & a shop break-in. #qldpol
022
Reposted by David Marler
Lenny the Wolf @lennythewolf.bsky.social · 15/10/2026
Well that’s the end of that then. 😔
001
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 15/10/2026
"To suppress & silence Queenslanders". The spectre of Campbell Newman rises again as Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie further consolidates his power with industrial relations changes designed to prevent strike action; a move against the International Court of Justice. #qldpol
32714
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 15/10/2026
Queensland Health Minister Tim Nicholls has launched a review after a category 1C patient died waiting for an ambulance. The man lived alone & a short distance from Princess Alexandra Hospital. #qldpol
176
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 15/10/2026
The case of the blue moleskin diary continues. The government has told court that former Liberal Party staffer Bruce Lehrmann's diary contains 8 pages of classified security information. It wants to redact that & declassify the diary before returning it. #auspol www.nine.com.au/australia-ne...
nine.com.au
‘Bizarre’: Fight over Bruce Lehrmann’s diary ramps up
The contents of the diary have to be de-classified by the federal government to be returned to him, a court has been told.
93924
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 15/10/2026
The case of the blue moleskin diary. Former Liberal Party staffer Bruce Lehrmann is no longer under investigation by the NACC over French submarine secrets. A separate lawsuit against the Special Minister of State & NACC Commissioner is ongoing. #auspol www.abc.net.au/news/2026-10...
abc.net.au
Corruption watchdog abandons Bruce Lehrmann submarine secrets probe
Ex-political staffer Bruce Lehrmann was under investigation for allegedly using secrets about French submarines for his own ends.
1108
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 15/10/2026
"Jarrod Bleijie cannot be trusted when it comes to workers’ rights." It's been brewing for some time but it appears Queensland is on the cusp of an industrial relations war. #qldpol www.brisbanetimes.com.au/politics/que...
brisbanetimes.com.au
Queensland parliament updates: Labor warns of ‘Newman-era attack on workers’
The final sitting day of the parliament week is here, with two bills due to be passed and reaction to a major proposed LNP overhaul of industrial relations laws.
01610
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 15/10/2026
WA Greens Senator Jordon Steele-John rejects the multiple allegations against him of inappropriate comments towards women that span from 2017 to 2025. A letter was sent to Greens leader David Shoebridge on Tuesday night. #auspol www.abc.net.au/news/2026-10...
abc.net.au
Greens senator takes leave amid allegations of inappropriate behaviour
The Greens say WA senator Jordon Steele-John has taken leave after reports of allegations that he made inappropriate comments towards women.
296
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 15/10/2026
It was always on the cards. Under the guise of "fairness, productivity & resolving industrial relations issues". Attacking Queensland unions & workers is Jarrod Bleijie's favourite pastime. #qldpol www.abc.net.au/news/2026-10...
abc.net.au
Qld union officials to undergo 'fit and proper' test under proposed changes
A review of Queensland's industrial relations laws has handed down its report with more than 100 recommendations.
0139
Reposted by David Marler
Meanderer @meandering12.bsky.social · 15/10/2026
And that’s only one of the serious concerns that PPDs raise! It introduces trial by police officer where the ultimate consequences are imprisonment. Bad law leads to bad outcomes. Injustice undermines rather than promotes the fight against the scourge of DV. But it’s a cheap ‘fix’, so…
013
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 15/10/2026
Once again Jarrod Bleijie being given more Joh-like powers. His favourite form of aggression; attack on workers & terminate protected industrial action. Also an inquiry into Labor over LNP-linked "red unions" & Labor's union encouragement policy. #qldpol www.brisbanetimes.com.au/politics/que...
brisbanetimes.com.au
Deputy premier to get strike-breaking powers under overhaul of Qld labour laws
Jarrod Bleijie says the LNP’s changes will save small business $1.46 billion a year. Unions say workers could be worse off.
33728
Reposted by David Marler
Nick Feik @nickfeik.bsky.social · 14/10/2026
No one deserves to be stoned with pineapples
9456
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 15/10/2026
A snapshot of the Greenland Energy Company trading after Donald Trump made his claims about Greenland. au.finance.yahoo.com/quote/GLND
040
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 14/10/2026
Yep. Philippines, Solomon Islands, Sri Lanka, Thailand and the latest is Taiwan. www.agriculture.gov.au/biosecurity-...
agriculture.gov.au
000
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 14/10/2026
The Crisafulli government's intention to expand police powers on the issuing of domestic protection orders has heard it could lead to victims facing criminalisation. Without judicial oversight, victims could be misidentified & perpetrators could weaponise the system. #qldpol
386
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 14/10/2026
Matty Canavan has cosplayed the King of Fruit to protest the importation of foreign grown pineapples. The federal agriculture department is scientifically reviewing biosecurity risks. #auspol
295
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 14/10/2026
Almost 2yrs into government & Queensland Premier David Crisafulli has opened the first of his pledged crime prevention schools on the Gold Coast. Back in parliament, not a lot of details on the 91 deceased children known to child protection but it appears 16 were awaiting assessment. #qldpol
044
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 14/10/2026
A lot of finger-pointing but not a lot of answers from the Crisafulli government on the circumstances of the 91 deceased Queensland children who were known to child protection. Minister Amanda Camm continued to blame Labor. #qldpol
183
Reposted by David Marler
Random Sarah @random-sarah.bsky.social · 14/10/2026
I have so much respect for this man. He showed so much compassion to the offender
012
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 14/10/2026
Queensland Premier David Crisafulli's newest youth crime slogan is designed to increase the state's prison population. The workers are not opposing the plan but are warning again that the facilities are unable to cope. 620 workers across 14 correctional facilities were surveyed. #qldpol
033
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 14/10/2026
16yo who pleaded guilty to manslaughter of Qld grandmother Rosemary Franzidis sentenced to 7.5yrs with possible parole in 2028. Crime occurred 1 month before Premier David Crisafulli's youth crime changes. Husband Jean-Paul Franzidis urged the premier to do all to prevent such offences. #qldpol
101
Reposted by David Marler
Jane Doe @noticingclimate.bsky.social · 14/10/2026
"Limiting negative gearing to 2 Australian properties is the policy of One Nation as announced by Barnaby Joyce." Guess who has two properties @qldaah.bsky.social? openpolitics.au/47/barnaby-j... #AusPol
openpolitics.au
Barnaby Joyce's private interests
Houses, shares, trusts, debts, gifts, free travel and hospitality
232
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 14/10/2026
Limiting negative gearing to 2 Australian properties is the policy of One Nation as announced by Barnaby Joyce. #auspol www.news24.com.au/politics/aus...
news24.com.au
Barnaby Joyce reveals One Nation's negative gearing crackdown
Barnaby Joyce has revealed One Nation would limit negative gearing tax deductions to two properties, with the proposed restrictions also applying to existing investments.
286
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 14/10/2026
Russia's Yandex data centre that was struck by Ukraine is part of a complex system of weaponised digital technologies. Data centres are increasingly becoming an acceptable military target. www.sbs.com.au/news/article...
sbs.com.au
Russian facilities were attacked. Then came a viral theory
After the strikes, some pointed to signs of disruption. Experts say the picture is more complicated.
1279
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 14/10/2026
The Queensland Butchulla Aboriginal Corporation's K'gari Biosecurity Strategy recognised with an award by environmental peak body Landcare Australia. Of course, Crisafulli government Minister Andrew Powell gives it the "no plans" non-response. #qldpol www.abc.net.au/news/2026-10...
abc.net.au
4WD wash-downs needed to protect K'gari, traditional owners say
The discovery of a noxious African pest prompted K'gari's traditional owners to develop an award-winning biosecurity strategy to save the island's world heritage status. Now they are calling for the g...
22716
Reposted by David Marler
⚡🇵🇸😞🇨🇦🇪🇺 Sandrew @sandrew-0.bsky.social · 14/10/2026
I believe it's a certain disgusting old man radio 'personality' on trial for sexually assaulting boys #AusPol
0102
Reposted by David Marler
Mai @mai-graine.bsky.social · 14/10/2026
Who was it who suggested that Gillard ought to be kicked to death, stuffed in a sack and thrown out to sea?
1102
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
Minister Anne Aly had been receiving death threats including stoning when Queensland LNP federal Moncrieff MP Angie Bell told parliament that she & PM Anthony Albanese should be "shamed and stoned in the square". #auspol www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...
theguardian.com
Anne Aly reveals she has received 19 death threats in the past week alone
After an opposition MP says she should be ‘shamed and stoned’, the federal minister hits back at ‘racist and misogynistic’ language
104829
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
The total number of children requiring support from Queensland child safety is 15,652. Crisafulli government Minister Amanda Camm gave her reasons as to why the report was 2 weeks overdue. Jarrod Bleijie performed his best pantomime to try to distract from the report. #qldpol
0209
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
"Residential care has stabilised," Crisafulli government Minister Amanda Camm declares in parliament of the child safety system because it had 15 less kids than last quarter. It could be a misleading statement given the numbers on a yearly basis have risen 18% from 2371 to 2804 children. #qldpol
135
David Marler @qldaah.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
As Queensland awaited a response from the Crisafulli government over the deaths of 91 children known to child safety, Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie performed a mock rendition of Solidarity Forever in parliament. #qldpol
2109