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madwixxy.bsky.social
Danielle Gusmaroli still works for News Ltd despite attempting to incite an antisemitic incident.
Antionette Lattouf, sacked by the ABC for sharing a Human Rights Watch post that the ABC actually covered in their news reports.
That’s the sorry state of the Australian media.
#auspol
February 28, 2025 at 5:20 AM
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ausindimedia.bsky.social
“The SmartCard is the Indue Card rebranded, with the same fundamental flaws. While the government insists it improves financial management, it continues to restrict autonomy, limit access to essential services, and help private corporations over welfare recipients.”

theaimn.net/how-the-smar...
How the SmartCard Continues the Failures of the Indue Card
The SmartCard replaced the Indue Card, but has anything changed? What is the truth behind its restrictions and privatisation?
theaimn.net
February 22, 2025 at 7:21 AM
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theshot.net.au
Tomorrow morning live on Youtube and Facebook, instead of complaining about Insiders, we are making a better version of it. #SundayShot

Featuring @davemilbo.bsky.social , @instanterudite.bsky.social , @janecaro.bsky.social , @joshbornstein.bsky.social and @sarahschwartz.bsky.social
February 22, 2025 at 6:13 AM
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ketanjoshi.co
"Young Australian women are moving sharply to the left. But unlike in many other countries, young Australian men are also shifting left, just at a slower pace"

theconversation.com/i-looked-at-...
I looked at 35 years of data to see how Australians vote. Here’s what it tells us about the next election
Women and young people are key voter demographics for politicians to win over. Data show how both groups have become more left-leaning over time.
theconversation.com
February 21, 2025 at 7:47 AM
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beneltham.bsky.social
It is indeed nationalisation, and it’s a good idea www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02...
Industry backs Labor plans for 'pseudo-nationalisation' of Whyalla
The federal government is considering an ownership stake in the teetering Whyalla steelmaker as part of a $2.4 billion taxpayer-funded bailout.
www.abc.net.au
February 20, 2025 at 10:43 PM
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instanterudite.bsky.social
My latest for @theshot.net.au. If Dutton is so appalled by anti-semitism, maybe he shouldn't embolden actual Nazis?

theshot.net.au/uncategorize...
Dutton’s dangerous dance: decrying one form of racism while stoking all the others - The Shot
Race-baiting and dog-whistling while pretending to care about hate crimes is a precarious dance for Peter Dutton.
theshot.net.au
February 21, 2025 at 2:33 AM
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whiterosesociety.bsky.social
Doc Neeson's family has condemned the National Socialist Network's hijacking of the classic The Angel's song "Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again." Link to post: www.facebook.com/615415007/po...
Hi Guys, Hope everyone is winning 🙂 It brings me no pleasure to write this, but in defence of my late father’s legacy and, quite frankly, basic human decency, I feel compelled to address the source of a testicular discomfort caused only by the most amoebish of modern Australia’s ideological cesspools: Neo-Fascism. I generally hate discussing my personal views in public but this needs to be said; For anyone who watched ABC's Four Corners program last night, you may have, like us, been disgusted to notice that the iconic audience call-back to The Angels' anthem ‘Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again’ had been hijacked by a group of, at best, ideologically naive dickheads, and at worst, gutless, fascist, neo-Nazi filth. I understand that there is a lot of political, cultural, and socioeconomic tension in the world right now, and that in some cases, people are letting their tempers flare. However, it should go without saying that all forms of racism—especially the kind being pushed by these misguided Hitler enthusiasts—have no place anywhere, least of all in a world where Doc Neeson could write a song like AIEGSYFA. I can assure you, Doc—himself an immigrant to Australia—would be absolutely mortified and enraged to see his music and lyrics being co-opted to promote fascist or racially intolerant ideologies. None of us are perfect, but let’s at least have the courage, strength, and decency to do our best. Doc would never have stood for this kind of dangerous lunacy, and frankly, no one should. If anyone reading this still harbours these Nazi-inspired far-right beliefs, with all the goodwill I have, I strongly encourage you to reconsider how this hatred and fanaticism is truly benefiting you or your families. In the meantime, please, if only even for the love and respect of a killer rock-and-roll tune, my family and I would greatly appreciate it if you would, unequivocally and incontestably, refrain from using my father’s music in whatever maleficence you variously seem s…
February 21, 2025 at 2:01 AM
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chrisbowenmp.bsky.social
Water is our most precious resource.

But Peter Dutton wants to spend $600 billion in taxpayer money on one of the most water intensive energies, nuclear.

Under Peter Dutton’s proposed nuclear model he will ultimately need three times more water than coal to keep the lights on.
February 19, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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accr.bsky.social
Ads for Hancock Prospecting claimed that “Our clean gas keeps the lights, and factories, hospitals, and shops open from Tokyo to Toowoomba.” A complaint about the ad by climate communications group, Comms Declare was upheld & the ad has been discontinued. commsdeclare.org/2025/02/19/a...
Ad Standards finds ‘clean gas’ claim is misleading - Comms Declare
Hancock Prospecting found in breach of Advertising’s Environmental Claims Code
commsdeclare.org
February 20, 2025 at 2:39 AM
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tomquinn.bsky.social
Making green iron in Australia is a critical part of driving global emissions down to zero - quick thread on why given the developments in Whyalla this week.

First up - Each year Australia pulls almost 1bn tonnes of iron ore out of the ground - 39% of total annual production.
February 19, 2025 at 9:16 PM
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cathywilcox.bsky.social
theklaxon.com.au/liberal-part...

‘The Albanese Government, which was swept to power in 2022 on a platform of “accountability” and “transparency”, refused to implement truth in political advertising laws…’
Bet they regret that now.
Liberal Party caught funding fossil fuels lies - The Klaxon
Liberal Party-funded billboards spruiking fossil fuels propaganda have been taken down by the nation’s largest outdoor advertising group.
theklaxon.com.au
February 19, 2025 at 5:01 AM
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kevinbonham.bsky.social
Already seeing a number of confused claims about the history of the party name "Trumpet of Patriots" so a thread to set the record straight. (What a time to be alive).
February 18, 2025 at 11:29 PM
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mrrexpatrick.bsky.social
How’s this for shonky? The Australian Submarine Agency is pushing through a strategic environmental assessment of its planned Osborne #AUKUS nuclear sub construction yard - with absolutely EVERYTHING nuclear ruled ‘out of scope’. An absolute sham! #auspol
Going Nuclear: submarine yard consultation starts - News | InDaily, Inside South Australia
Community information sessions about the nuclear submarine construction yard project have started, but nuclear issues are out of scope.
www.indailysa.com.au
February 19, 2025 at 4:24 AM
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blakandblack.bsky.social
In a multicultural society, there is unequivocally no room for racism, especially in politics. If allegations against Peter Dutton hold true, he is unfit for leadership. Australia deserves a Prime Minister who embodies inclusivity and respect for all. NoRacism

blakandblack.com/2025/02/17/a...
Allegations of Racism Against Peter Dutton: An Analysis
The allegations against Peter Dutton are emblematic of broader societal tensions.
blakandblack.com
February 18, 2025 at 6:44 AM
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abcnewsbot.bsky.social
The 61-year-old from Lake Cathie near Port Maquarie has been charged with using a carriage service to menace, harass or offend.
Man charged over alleged online harassment of journalist Antoinette Lattouf
The 61-year-old from Lake Cathie near Port Maquarie has been charged with using a carriage service to menace, harass or offend.
www.abc.net.au
February 18, 2025 at 5:38 AM
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australiainstitute.org.au
Finally. The RBA has cut rates by 25 basis points, to 4.1%.

"It should have happened last year, but thankfully the RBA has finally caught up with reality and delivered a real cost of living benefit for households."

@grogsgamut.bsky.social #auspol
February 18, 2025 at 3:33 AM
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publicintegrity.bsky.social
Some analysis:

There have been 8 days between the Commission receiving this and releasing the press release.

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#auspol
February 18, 2025 at 4:38 AM
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jommytee.bsky.social
Public pressure paved the way for the reconsideration of the NACC's appalling original decision.

Does make one wonder about how many other non-investigations the NACC may have got wrong.

A shout-out to the junior NACC officer who recommended investigating the #Robotdebt6 but got overruled.
February 18, 2025 at 2:27 AM
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squigglyrick.bsky.social
Well what do you know, turns out there is a corruption issue in the Robodebt referrals worth investigating. NACC independent reviewer says all six people referred should be investigated for possible corrupt conduct. The NACC gets to do the investigation, of course. www.nacc.gov.au/news-and-med...
www.nacc.gov.au
February 18, 2025 at 1:53 AM
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kimwingerei.bsky.social
There are backflips. And then there are NACC-flips... #robodebt
michaelwest.com.au/corruption-w...
Corruption watchdog to probe robodebt referrals - Michael West
The federal corruption watchdog will investigate six people responsible for the former government’s illegal debt collection scheme, backflipping on a previous decision. Following a review process, the...
michaelwest.com.au
February 18, 2025 at 3:42 AM
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drvicfielding.bsky.social
Can I suggest that since the ABC is acknowledging that News Corp are "agenda driven" in attacking the ABC, that they acknowledge News Corp is "agenda driven" on everything, and therefore the ABC should not amplify News Corp's political agenda and platform their staff?
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02...
ABC Chair Kim Williams responds to News Corp claims of budget wastage
ABC Chair Kim Williams has labelled claims that the public broadcaster costs Australians 'more than the price of a Netflix subscription' as 'inaccurate, unbalanced and agenda-driven'.
www.abc.net.au
February 17, 2025 at 11:01 PM
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phonakins.com
"Ten dead after welfare glitch ignored by government"

also murder

www.thesaturdaypaper.com.au/news/politic...
February 17, 2025 at 4:51 AM
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ausindimedia.bsky.social
“ACOSS is demanding an overhaul of the income support compliance system following shocking revelations that at least 10 people have died after being wrongfully cut off from vital payments.”

theaimn.net/acoss-demand...
ACOSS demands action after 10 income support recipients died
Australian Council of Social Service (ACOSS) Media Release ACOSS is demanding an overhaul of the income support compliance system following shocking revelations that at least 10 people have died after...
theaimn.net
February 16, 2025 at 1:45 AM
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rachelwithers.bsky.social
A petition from Australians for a Murdoch Royal Commission calling on parliament to investigate the Daily Telegraph's actions at Cairo Takeaway.

The Murdoch media has thus far been allowed to divide and provoke with impunity, and this can't go on.
www.megaphone.org.au/petitions/pe...
Petition Parliament to take action against Murdoch!
Journalists from the Daily Telegraph allegedly targeted a well-known Sydney takeaway restaurant, Cairo Takeaway. The restaurant has been a vocal supporter of Palestine on its social media pages. Acco...
www.megaphone.org.au
February 14, 2025 at 3:04 AM