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Asher Wolf @asherwolf.bsky.social · 6h

Fairfax posting pics of every Israeli released hostage - while released Palestinians aren’t allowed to speak to the press - is very lopsided coverage

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Denise Shrivell @deniseshrivell.bsky.social · 6h

It's all SO wrong.
We're supposed to completely forget what's been happening in Palestine since 1948. That Netanyahu was associated with Hamas prior to Oct 7. That US/UK supplied billions $ in weapons used in a genocide. That Netanyahu could have done a deal prior 😢 #auspol

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Josh Taylor @joshtaylor.bsky.social · 7h

Funny seeing this in a document released under FOI.

It is very likely that eSafety's internal assessment and related correspondence will be
subject to FOI requests. We have sought to provide considered and consistent assessment
capable of withstanding public scrutiny.

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Mueller, She Wrote @muellershewrote.com · 13h

Wait. We get paid?

Ron Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 19h

Sean Duffy says the No Kings protests this Saturday are “really frustrating” because they are all paid Antifa people.

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Tom Quinn @tomquinn.bsky.social · 13h

"Israel also forbade people from celebrating the release on Monday, firing teargas at family members and journalists waiting near Ofer prison in the occupied West Bank, where detainees were kept. A flyer distributed by the Israeli military warned people that “we are surveilling you everywhere”"

Tom Quinn @tomquinn.bsky.social · 13h

"... some bearing the marks of recent beatings and a few unable to walk without being propped up by their relatives.

When asked about their treatment in the prisons, a prisoner apologised and said he could not answer, for fear that he would face repercussions from Israeli authorities"

‘Locked up for 24 years’: release of Palestinian prisoners and detainees sparks joy and sorrow

Nearly 2,000 people, including about 1,700 seized from Gaza and held without charge, set free from Israeli jails

www.theguardian.com

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Pearls and Irritations @johnmenadue.com · 13h

That #Israel is no more safe and secure in 2025 than in 1948, or after 1956, 1967, and 1983 shows the limitation of its overwhelming power. Israel will never have peace or security until it has provided peace, justice and security to the people of #Palestine. @waterfordjack #auspol

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Denise Shrivell @deniseshrivell.bsky.social · 1d

With all the BS, spin and clear propaganda we're being fed and asked to believe despite what we're seeing in front of our very eyes - I'm now doubting everything we've all been brought up on with WWI, WWII - etc #auspol

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Denise Shrivell @deniseshrivell.bsky.social · 1d

Outstanding TrueNorth today.

Australia's independent news publishers are really stepping up to the plate exactly when it's needed.

Truly exceptional.

Sign up to TrueNorth here #auspol > truenorthnews.substack.com

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Asher Wolf @asherwolf.bsky.social · 1d

We’ve been saying this forever. The social media ban will harm kids

ABC News Bot (unofficial) @abcnewsbot.bsky.social · 1d

LGBTIQA+ advocates are concerned the social media ban will have a significant impact on queer youth in regional and remote areas of Australia. They say there are not enough offline, physical supports for these teens to access when the ban comes into effect.

LGBTQIA+ advocates say social media ban will 'cut off' regional queer teens

LGBTIQA+ advocates are concerned the social media ban will have a significant impact on queer youth in regional and remote areas of Australia. They say there are not enough offline, physical supports for these teens to access when the ban comes into effect.

www.abc.net.au

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Louise Milligan @milliganreports.bsky.social · 1d

Watch reporter John Lyons’ story Chasing Trump’s Billions, on #4Corners ABC TV tonight 8.30 AEST & support public interest #journalism. Via YouTube for international viewers. This story famously led Donald #Trump to threaten John’s questions were “hurting Australia”.
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-10...

As Trump's wealth skyrockets, accusations of conflicts of interest mount

Donald Trump's wealth has skyrocketed since his return to the White House nine months ago, leading to accusations that he is profiting from the presidency.

www.abc.net.au

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Glen @gergyl.bsky.social · 1d

World's media today will be full of emotive stories about the release of ~20 Israeli hostages held by HAMAS for 2 years. There will be no similar stories about the ~2000 Palestinian hostages to be released by Israel, many imprisoned for much longer.

Racist, much? That's x100 racist.

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Josh Taylor @joshtaylor.bsky.social · 1d

As I wrote before the legislation even hit parliament www.theguardian.com/media/articl...

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annemarinelli.bsky.social @annemarinelli.bsky.social · 2d

Great discussion.... informative, useful, enjoyable.

Thank you to The Shot once again.

Denise Shrivell @deniseshrivell.bsky.social · 2d

Have you caught today's #SundayShot ? #auspol

Dave Milner. Joel Jenkins. Greg Jericho and making her debut - Ronni Salt!

Watch on YouTube here > youtu.be/lcYUot1qnNs?...

Or listen on Podcast here > podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/t...

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Nick Feik @nickfeik.bsky.social · 2d

Disgraceful abuse of the legal system to silence and defame critics of Israel. In honour of the Streisand effect, I encourage everyone to listen to this

Andy Fleming @slackbastard.bsky.social · 2d

'University of Sydney academics Dr Nick Riemer and Professor John Keane will be facing the Federal Court on Monday 13th October after university colleagues made a complaint of anti-Semitism against them under Section 18C of the Racial Discrimination Act.'

www.abc.net.au/listen/progr...

Anti-Zionism on trial - ABC listen

University of Sydney academics Dr Nick Riemer and Professor John Keane will be facing the Federal Court on Monday 13th October after university colleagues made a complaint of anti-Semitism against the...

www.abc.net.au

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Denise Shrivell @deniseshrivell.bsky.social · 2d

Have you caught today's #SundayShot ? #auspol

Dave Milner. Joel Jenkins. Greg Jericho and making her debut - Ronni Salt!

Watch on YouTube here > youtu.be/lcYUot1qnNs?...

Or listen on Podcast here > podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/t...

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Denise Shrivell @deniseshrivell.bsky.social · 2d

David Speers might think that hysterical 😞😞😞 #auspol #insiders

Robyn Christofides 🇦🇺🦘 @rchristo0407.bsky.social · 2d

I'm more worried about it being Alex Jones or Kid Rock. 😱😱

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Denise Shrivell @deniseshrivell.bsky.social · 2d

I see David Speers could barely contain his glee at the thought of Mel Gibson or Jon Voight or Sylvestor Stallone being appointed US Ambassador to Australia.

Why do they feel so immune to the consequences of these shocking actions? I don't get it #auspol #insiders

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Denise Shrivell @deniseshrivell.bsky.social · 2d

That's SO good Josephine. Great points - and thank you for getting involved.

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Josephine Browne, PhD, MA @drejosephine.bsky.social · 2d

💯

We're in a number of groups

We all need the solidarity, it enables more capacity, rest when needed, a range of ages and strategies, sharing the load etc.

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Denise Shrivell @deniseshrivell.bsky.social · 2d

Josephine Browne, PhD, MA @drejosephine.bsky.social · 2d

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We're in a number of groups

We all need the solidarity, it enables more capacity, rest when needed, a range of ages and strategies, sharing the load etc.

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Denise Shrivell @deniseshrivell.bsky.social · 2d

Made me laugh Annie! 😂

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Denise Shrivell @deniseshrivell.bsky.social · 2d

Thank you - and to you!!!

Denise Shrivell @deniseshrivell.bsky.social · 2d

Getting involved in local politics with others in my community is one of the best things I've ever done.

Remember - no one is coming to save us but us. We all have a role to play. Time to step up!

Please sign up to get involved in a local group in your community #auspol

Denise Shrivell @deniseshrivell.bsky.social · 2d

Whenever I'm feeling anxious (a lot right now) - I reflect on what more I can do - & know that the solutions to the events we see here & OS are to go local

There are Voices of type groups across Aust to get involved with & make a difference #auspol

Find your group here > tinyurl.com/mr4buy48

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Denise Shrivell @deniseshrivell.bsky.social · 2d

Whenever I'm feeling anxious (a lot right now) - I reflect on what more I can do - & know that the solutions to the events we see here & OS are to go local

There are Voices of type groups across Aust to get involved with & make a difference #auspol

Find your group here > tinyurl.com/mr4buy48

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Denise Shrivell @deniseshrivell.bsky.social · 2d

Thank you so much my friend.

That’s a very kind and appreciated shout out.

Like so many, I turn up every day and have a go - and am inspired by you and so many others doing such great work.

Thank you! And for your first appearance on #SundayShot this morning - such a good show.

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