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@tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Yeah, it seems like a lifetime ago doesn't it and I'm not sure that Tim O'Gara is quite as keen on change as he pretends to be.
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Well that was a complete waste of time, just more kicking of the can down the road! 🤦
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Gareth Davies @garethtbij.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Not only has the Bournemouth Echo agreed to give over regular column inches to vigilante group 'Safeguard Community Force', they're now promoting a financial appeal for the group, reporting that they're "at risk of closure ahead of winter"
bournemouthecho.co.uk
SOS: Bournemouth volunteer street patrol group faces closure without donations
Safeguard Community Support warns it could close before winter without public donations, as the Bournemouth volunteer patrol group launches an urgent SOS funding appeal.
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
The oversight has now been rectified ...
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
I'm hoping that this @bcpcouncil.bsky.social Standards Committee meeting will be livestreamed as per usual even though the link hasn't yet been published on the Council website.
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
This is absolutely bonkers considering how the Admin team and Officers always feign shock and horror whenever they are accused of not being open and transparent with fellow councillors and residents.
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Women & non-binary persons face many barriers in conservation, such as a lack of representation, discrimination & inappropriate behaviour from colleagues, and welfare & safety concerns in the field. So @harbourbirds.bsky.social have announced 👇 www.birdsofpooleharbour.co.uk/launch-of-wo...
birdsofpooleharbour.co.uk
Launch of Women in Conservation Dorset! - Birds of Poole Harbour
Birds of Poole Harbour are delighted to announce the launch of Women in Conservation Dorset, a community for...
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Good news for #Seahorse habitats here in #Dorset 👍 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
bbc.co.uk
Studland seahorse habitats 'healing' thanks to eco moorings
Scars in Studland Bay's seagrass meadows, caused by boat anchor chains, are healing, a study finds.
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
So John Sheldon failed to get elected in the Broadstone East election and now in Hamworthy East, where will he try next I wonder!?
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
My young (well he's younger than me) nephew Richard Dalby and his band mates have released this album for your delight and delectation and it's well worth checking out on YouTube, Spotify or Bandcamp. www.youtube.com/watch?v=acfR...
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YouTube video by August Moon - Topic
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
A new #heritage trail here in #Puebeck #Dorset. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
bbc.co.uk
New Dorset trail explores the story of ball clay in Purbeck
The route at Purbeck Mining Museum tells the visitors about Dorset's industrial heritage.
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Another generation of White Tailed #Eagles continues the success story of the reintroduction of #wildlife. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
bbc.co.uk
White-tailed eagle chicks fledge again amid reintroduction project
The Forestry England and the Roy Dennis Wildlife Foundation reintroduction project began in 2019.
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Brilliant work going on here in #Dorset thanks to #NaturalEngland & @dorsetwildlife.bsky.social 👏👏 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
bbc.co.uk
Lyscombe nature recovery site named National Nature Reserve
Lyscombe Nature Reserve is the sixteenth site to join the King's Series of National Nature Reserves.
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Talking to neighbours #Poole and friends in #Bournemouth they are all of the same opinion as those in Christchurch.
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Of course there's absolutely nothing to stop Steve Hayes the Deputy Mayor of #Poole from commenting on & supporting the #RNLI away from his Civic duties either as a Town Councillor or a proud resident of the town he represents but he prefers not to. What a weak, weak man he's proving to be.
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
A brilliant job .... well done to all involved! #CorfeCastle #Dorset @nationaltrust.org.uk www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
bbc.co.uk
How to make the 11th Century Corfe Castle fit for the future
The £2m conservation project at Corfe Castle in Dorset is finished after three years of work.
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
I think that @bournemouthecho.bsky.social should publish an apology to the #RNLI and the residents/visitors of #Poole for their deplorable reporting on the situation and their biased support for the so called #Patriots which has led to all of this.
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
I hope that the @bournemouthecho.bsky.social & the #Reform led #Poole Town Council put as much effort into getting behind & supporting the #RNLI volunteer rescue teams who put their own lives at risk for all of us everyday as they have in spreading rumours and lies. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
bbc.co.uk
Abuse of RNLI volunteers 'wholly unacceptable', chief says
Peter Sparkes says there has been "deliberate misinformation" spread about the charity.
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Jules McHamish @julesmchamish.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Why the blazes is my local paper, the Bournemouth Daily Echo advertising a call from Tommy Robinson for people from Bournemouth to march in Portsmouth? I have no respect for my local paper anymore.
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
A stark reminder of our fragile Earth so let's hope that the Government take more than a 🤞 approach to #ClimateChange & all that goes with it. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
bbc.co.uk
Studland seahorse survey success but storms threaten habitat
With increasing winter storms predicted vital habitat for seahorses could be under threat
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
I look forward to reading the @bournemouthecho.bsky.social response to this article, and in particular any comments from its editor Mr Toby Granville.
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Tell me you and your mates are bloody idiots without saying that you and your mates are bloody idiots! #Wildlife #Dorset www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
bbc.co.uk
Visitors disturb bird site at Dorset's RSPB Arne and pose for nest cam
The RSPB says there has been an increase in antisocial behaviour at Arne nature reserve in Dorset.
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Dorset Wildlife Trust @dorsetwildlife.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Are you signed up to our monthly newsletter, Wildlife Matters? 👀 Subscribe to our email updates to keep up to date with all the latest nature news, wildlife events and special offers from Dorset Wildlife Trust 👉 bit.ly/3AjGc69 ~ Jack 📸 Adam Jones
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
The AI and rhetoric certainly looks familiar Alex which all leaves a whole raft of questions to be asked of both the #Bournemouth & #Poole #Reform led Town Council leaders requesting the same openness & transparency that they continuously demand from other political groups.
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
This is of course backed up by this article from the @bournemouthecho.bsky.social itself on 2nd June 2026. 👇 www.bournemouthecho.co.uk/news/2615635...
bournemouthecho.co.uk
Reform promises low tax, community events and Safeguard Force in Poole
Both Reform led town councils have reaffirmed their position to support community events while keeping costs down, as well as introducing a version…
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Important information for all water sport & leisure users here in #Dorset. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
bbc.co.uk
'Serious situation' as E. coli spikes in two Dorset rivers
An environmental group reports E. coli readings have "spiked alarmingly" in Dorset.
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
When there is a need for duck patrols it clearly shows that there has been a drastic breakdown in common decency in a certain minority section of society in a Country well known for being animal lovers. Sad! www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
bbc.co.uk
Dorchester duck patrol plea after 'mindless' catapult attacks
Attacks on wild birds in Dorchester are on the rise again, prompting a plea for volunteer patrols.
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
History revealing itself here in #Poole #Dorset.
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
As if the New Forest hasn't already got more than its fair share of woes just now. #NewForest #Hamphire www.bournemouthecho.co.uk/news/2648867...
bournemouthecho.co.uk
New Forest pony sale cancelled as deadly equine flu outbreak kills 35 horses
An equine flu outbreak that has killed 35 New Forest ponies has forced a pony sale to be cancelled
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
They're enjoying them far too much for my liking Alex. A shame that they don't take their responsibilities to serve the communities that they were elected to represent with as much vigour.
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
Meet Steve Hayes, Deputy Mayor of the #Reform led #Poole Town council talking about the #RNLI and it's Open Day ..... Oh hang on a minute it seems to be mostly about him, his ego and the ambitions of his Reform Party colleagues. Tbf he eventually gives an AI generated history lesson of the RNLI. 🤦
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
A network of joined up highways can (will) make a huge difference in our fight against #ClimateChange despite the rhetoric coming from certain sections of society. #Rewild #Drought #Floods #Wildfires www.theguardian.com/environment/...
theguardian.com
Rewilded land remains green amid drought-stricken English countryside, images show
National Trust’s Holnicote estate says restored wetlands and rivers offer proof of resilience to drought, wildfires and flooding
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Well Cllr Anderson does have a track record of undemocratic behaviour doesn't he. As for Laurence Fear accusing others of "basic low level thinking," is a bit of a pot calling the kettle black scenario.
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Simon Oldridge @sioldridge.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Fed up with people shirking responsibility by arguing that the UK causes just 1% of emissions? Here are two fantastic analogies from a primary school teacher, Mark in Coventry, who called Sheila Fogerty on @lbc.co.uk - one involving dog poo 😆 Other arguments here: www.nebriefing.org/mp-dialogue
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
For those folk unfortunate enough not to be gifted with a sound mind here's some information that may help to at least start to jingle a few 🔔🔔🔔 www.bournemouthecho.co.uk/news/2647780...
bournemouthecho.co.uk
Decision to fund Christmas lights in only four areas sparks criticism
A decision to fund Christmas lights in just four areas has sparked criticism from councillors
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
I think that any person of sound mind can see what the #Reform led #Bournemouth Town Council is doing here and just to BIG the story up @bournemouthecho.bsky.social have used an image of the Christmas Market which has nothing to do with the Town Council! www.bournemouthecho.co.uk/news/2647484...
bournemouthecho.co.uk
Christmas lights to return to Bournemouth after £60,000 funding approved
Christmas lights will return to four areas of Bournemouth this year after the town council approved nearly £60,000 in funding
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Full details of the #WessexWater #Hosepipe #Ban and how it affects you can be found here. #Dorset #BCP www.wessexwater.co.uk/hosepipe-ban
wessexwater.co.uk
Hosepipe ban | Wessex Water
We have introduced a temporary hosepipe ban – find out why, who is affected, what the restrictions are and who is exempt.
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Jack Wallington @jackwallington.com · 14/08/2026
The Wildlife Trusts are one of the only organisations I trust these days to understand science and economy, to deliver a plan that actually delivers for future human security. Thanks @craigbennett3.bsky.social for setting out a clear plan as always. www.wildlifetrusts.org/blog/craig-b...
wildlifetrusts.org
We drained Britain dry. Now we are watching it burn | The Wildlife Trusts
Britain faces summers of extreme heat, drought and wildfires. The solution to help us adapt is more nature - not less.
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
As if there wasn't enough for #Dorset farmers to be concerned about already .... www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
bbc.co.uk
Dorset farmers on alert over bluetongue outbreak
The potentially fatal animal disease has spread throughout the south west in the hot dry weather.
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
How can anyone possibly be both of good character and hold the same values and standards as Reform UK as the same time?
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
I think that the most condemning and nonsensical part of the response is that "All people that stand for the #Reform UK Group go through a double vetting process to ensure they are of good character and are standing because they believe in the same values and standards as Reform UK as a party,"
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
If you or anyone you know of would be interested in being a part of the first ever #Youth #Climate and #Nature Panel then please check out this post and 🧵 to apply or to share it with whoever it is you know!
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Unless I've missed them & if I have I apologise but I haven't seen any concerns being raised by the #Bournemouth & #Poole #Labour MP's, plenty of soft PR posts & comments but nothing on these promised & much needed by their constituents LA Mayoral funding & investments. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
bbc.co.uk
Councils in South 'losing out on cash' due to mayoral delays
Councils in the south of England say they are falling behind northern authorities that already have mayors.
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
I Read The News Today .... Oh Boy! www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cm...
bbc.co.uk
Crews continue to tackle New Forest fire that spread from van on A31
A van caught fire on the A31 in the New Forest and the flames have spread to the nearby heathland.
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Matthew Todd @matthewtodd.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
Please consider watching this new interview with British Climate scientist Professor Kevin Anderson. I’m really really frightened and I don’t know what else to say to you. The public do not understand what’s coming. youtu.be/mBFos_T7cT0?...
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
November 14 2026 An important date to mark on my calendar as it should be for all of our #Dorset MP's, business leaders NGO decision makers along with everyone interested in #Environmental #ClimateAction #Nature #Ecosystem issues. www.bournemouthecho.co.uk/news/2644621...
bournemouthecho.co.uk
Politicians and climate experts to be quizzed in Dorset at a major public event
A BBC Question Time-style panel will form the centrepiece of the fourth Dorset COP, taking place at Kingston Maurward Coastland College on November…
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
I classed this as important enough to share for the benefit of #Poole #Library users .... so I have 👇 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
bbc.co.uk
Dorset library to close while concrete is removed from roof
Poole Library will be closed for a month between Wednesday 26 August and Friday 25 September.
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
There's an absolute avalanche of PR posts coming from #Bournemouth and #Poole #Labour MP's in high praise of the PM & I can understand why. However once the fanfares have quietened and we get to see the full details and costings I remain sceptically optimistic as I think our MP's should be too.
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
It's been a joy to watch how Holme Gardens (Nr #Wareham) has evolved over time (and continues to do so) which is why it's remained one of my favourite places to visit in #Dorset for so many years. You can read their fascinating story 👇 www.holmeforgardens.co.uk/post/the-hol...
holmeforgardens.co.uk
the Holme Gardens – Celebrating 10 Years
Holme for Gardens – Celebrating 10 Years (2016–2026)A Decade of Growth, Inspiration and Looking to the FutureIn 2026, Holme for Gardens celebrates ten years since the decision was made to transform a ...
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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
My umpteenth sigh of the day 😮‍💨 #Seahorse #Wildlife #Dorset www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
bbc.co.uk
Legal warning after increase in seahorse disturbance
Conservationists say protected seahorses are being disturbed, both intentionally and unintentionally.
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