Cate Q
@cateq.bsky.social
Parent / Grandparent / Environmental Activist / Hotelier
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Unfortunately for Malinauskas, the internet remembers. Instagram user beccilove dug out this quote from a few years ago.
January 9, 2026 at 7:36 AM
Unfortunately for Malinauskas, the internet remembers. Instagram user beccilove dug out this quote from a few years ago.
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To paraphrase Margaret Atwood…”men are afraid that women will laugh at them, women are afraid that men will kill them”
January 10, 2026 at 12:01 AM
To paraphrase Margaret Atwood…”men are afraid that women will laugh at them, women are afraid that men will kill them”
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Sarah Perkins-Kirkpatrick: As a climate scientist, I know heatwaves in Australia will only get worse. We need to start preparing now
#auspol
#auspol
As a climate scientist, I know heatwaves in Australia will only get worse. We need to start preparing now | Sarah Perkins-Kirkpatrick
During black summer, my daughters were too young to know what was happening. Now, amid another Australian heatwave, they deserve answers
www.theguardian.com
January 9, 2026 at 11:34 PM
Sarah Perkins-Kirkpatrick: As a climate scientist, I know heatwaves in Australia will only get worse. We need to start preparing now
#auspol
#auspol
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Thought for the Day…
January 9, 2026 at 2:10 PM
Thought for the Day…
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"The Australian govt is not willing to face reality
...Their reluctance to look at the US with clear eyes is becoming increasingly untenable."
@emmashortis.bsky.social on how the "shared values" crowd has gone quiet, but there's no foreign policy revision. #auspol
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...Their reluctance to look at the US with clear eyes is becoming increasingly untenable."
@emmashortis.bsky.social on how the "shared values" crowd has gone quiet, but there's no foreign policy revision. #auspol
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US invades Venezuela, threatens Greenland while ICE wreaks havoc
Podcast Episode · After America · 09/01/2026 · 23m
podcasts.apple.com
January 9, 2026 at 8:55 PM
"The Australian govt is not willing to face reality
...Their reluctance to look at the US with clear eyes is becoming increasingly untenable."
@emmashortis.bsky.social on how the "shared values" crowd has gone quiet, but there's no foreign policy revision. #auspol
podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/u...
...Their reluctance to look at the US with clear eyes is becoming increasingly untenable."
@emmashortis.bsky.social on how the "shared values" crowd has gone quiet, but there's no foreign policy revision. #auspol
podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/u...
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Their track record. www.climatecouncil.org.au/resources/al...
The Albanese Government’s fossil fuel approvals | Climate Council
In their first term, the Albanese Government approved 27 new coal, oil and gas developments. The four new approvals this term brings the total to 31.
www.climatecouncil.org.au
January 9, 2026 at 11:12 PM
Their track record. www.climatecouncil.org.au/resources/al...
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Meanwhile… heat records broken in every state of Australia today. Who is the criminal? #climatecrisis
www.independent.co.uk/climate-chan...
www.independent.co.uk/climate-chan...
India arrests top climate activist for campaigning against fossil fuels
Financial crimes agency raids Harjeet Singh’s home and office after accusing him of using foreign funds to promote an international green initiative
www.independent.co.uk
January 10, 2026 at 1:30 AM
Meanwhile… heat records broken in every state of Australia today. Who is the criminal? #climatecrisis
www.independent.co.uk/climate-chan...
www.independent.co.uk/climate-chan...
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"this new chemical process operates at ambient temperature and pressure. It chemically dissolves the glue holding the blade together.
The high-value carbon fiber can be recovered, cleaned, and reused in everything from new turbines to car parts."
interestingengineering.com/energy/china...
The high-value carbon fiber can be recovered, cleaned, and reused in everything from new turbines to car parts."
interestingengineering.com/energy/china...
Ming Yang unveils world’s first fully recyclable wind turbine blade
Chinese energy giant Ming Yang Smart Energy has developed the “world’s first fully recyclable carbon fiber wind turbine blade.”
interestingengineering.com
January 10, 2026 at 1:47 AM
"this new chemical process operates at ambient temperature and pressure. It chemically dissolves the glue holding the blade together.
The high-value carbon fiber can be recovered, cleaned, and reused in everything from new turbines to car parts."
interestingengineering.com/energy/china...
The high-value carbon fiber can be recovered, cleaned, and reused in everything from new turbines to car parts."
interestingengineering.com/energy/china...
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Rise of right wing uber-nationalist One Nation outfit is alarming.
It’s happening in a political vacuum created by weak @albomp.bsky.social
@jimchalmers.bsky.social
@australianlabor.bsky.social Govt wedded to neoliberal drivel rather than an inclusive pioneering democratic socialist agenda
#auspol
It’s happening in a political vacuum created by weak @albomp.bsky.social
@jimchalmers.bsky.social
@australianlabor.bsky.social Govt wedded to neoliberal drivel rather than an inclusive pioneering democratic socialist agenda
#auspol
Anthony Albanese (@albomp.bsky.social)
Prime Minister of Australia. Member for Grayndler.
Authorised by Anthony Albanese, ALP, Canberra.
albomp.bsky.social
January 9, 2026 at 11:09 PM
Rise of right wing uber-nationalist One Nation outfit is alarming.
It’s happening in a political vacuum created by weak @albomp.bsky.social
@jimchalmers.bsky.social
@australianlabor.bsky.social Govt wedded to neoliberal drivel rather than an inclusive pioneering democratic socialist agenda
#auspol
It’s happening in a political vacuum created by weak @albomp.bsky.social
@jimchalmers.bsky.social
@australianlabor.bsky.social Govt wedded to neoliberal drivel rather than an inclusive pioneering democratic socialist agenda
#auspol
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Absolutely! The rise of the far right, in the face of meek acceptance of the biggest #propaganda campaign we have experienced, and failure to stand firm for anything, will be the legacy of the @albomp.bsky.social government. #auspol
Rise of right wing uber-nationalist One Nation outfit is alarming.
It’s happening in a political vacuum created by weak @albomp.bsky.social
@jimchalmers.bsky.social
@australianlabor.bsky.social Govt wedded to neoliberal drivel rather than an inclusive pioneering democratic socialist agenda
#auspol
It’s happening in a political vacuum created by weak @albomp.bsky.social
@jimchalmers.bsky.social
@australianlabor.bsky.social Govt wedded to neoliberal drivel rather than an inclusive pioneering democratic socialist agenda
#auspol
Anthony Albanese (@albomp.bsky.social)
Prime Minister of Australia. Member for Grayndler.
Authorised by Anthony Albanese, ALP, Canberra.
albomp.bsky.social
January 9, 2026 at 11:15 PM
Absolutely! The rise of the far right, in the face of meek acceptance of the biggest #propaganda campaign we have experienced, and failure to stand firm for anything, will be the legacy of the @albomp.bsky.social government. #auspol
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Come on ABC do better. You are missing the point. This latest heatwave is "not unprecedented". But, neither #Climate nor #ClimateChange is mentioned in your story below. Extreme wildfires are more frequent due to human induced #ClimateChange. #AusPol 🇦🇺 ☀️ 🔥 ⚖️ 🌏 ♻️ 🌱
www.space.com/science/clim...
www.space.com/science/clim...
Weekend brings fire threat to NSW, with maximums to hit 44C
The heatwave, which has engulfed southern Australia this week, has become one of the most intense on record.
www.abc.net.au
January 10, 2026 at 2:11 AM
Come on ABC do better. You are missing the point. This latest heatwave is "not unprecedented". But, neither #Climate nor #ClimateChange is mentioned in your story below. Extreme wildfires are more frequent due to human induced #ClimateChange. #AusPol 🇦🇺 ☀️ 🔥 ⚖️ 🌏 ♻️ 🌱
www.space.com/science/clim...
www.space.com/science/clim...
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Hey Albo exactly what values does Australia share with Trump’s America … Trump has announced that he plans to withdraw the US from 66 UN and international organisations, including major forums for cooperation on climate change, peace and democracy.
www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/...
www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/...
US to withdraw from dozens of UN, international organisations
The sweeping changes will see the US quit major forums for cooperation on climate change, peace and democracy.
www.aljazeera.com
January 8, 2026 at 10:41 PM
Hey Albo exactly what values does Australia share with Trump’s America … Trump has announced that he plans to withdraw the US from 66 UN and international organisations, including major forums for cooperation on climate change, peace and democracy.
www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/...
www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/...
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If the #USA seeks to take #Greenland by military force, would Australia be required under #AUKUS to support them? Did we provide logistical or any other support when they attacked #Venezuela and kidnapped Maduro? Australia seems to be acting like a cowed vassal state of a tyrannical empire. #auspol
January 6, 2026 at 8:26 PM
If the #USA seeks to take #Greenland by military force, would Australia be required under #AUKUS to support them? Did we provide logistical or any other support when they attacked #Venezuela and kidnapped Maduro? Australia seems to be acting like a cowed vassal state of a tyrannical empire. #auspol
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You know the tide has turned when it’s safer to not be part of something, than to stick with it.
January 9, 2026 at 8:19 AM
You know the tide has turned when it’s safer to not be part of something, than to stick with it.
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In a word, yes.
Or get the fuck out of the PM’s office.
Or get the fuck out of the PM’s office.
Should Albo be more assertive when dealing with the demented paedophile? Whilst it may lead to complex outcomes, I think so...
C/- The Saturday Paper
"Mock Orange"
The Editorial. January 10 – 16, 2026
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C/- The Saturday Paper
"Mock Orange"
The Editorial. January 10 – 16, 2026
www.thesaturdaypaper.com.au/comment/edit...
January 10, 2026 at 4:19 AM
In a word, yes.
Or get the fuck out of the PM’s office.
Or get the fuck out of the PM’s office.
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Here in Victoria we faced catastrophic fire conditions yesterday, NSW appears to facing them today, while north Qld floods. Entirely predictable consequences of a rapidly warming climate but all ALP do is expand fossil-fuels and make us - NOT the industry - pay the cost. A betrayal ... #auspol
January 10, 2026 at 12:56 AM
Here in Victoria we faced catastrophic fire conditions yesterday, NSW appears to facing them today, while north Qld floods. Entirely predictable consequences of a rapidly warming climate but all ALP do is expand fossil-fuels and make us - NOT the industry - pay the cost. A betrayal ... #auspol
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“I would like to make a deal the easy way, but if we don’t do it the easy way we’re going to do it the hard way,” he added, appearing to allude to potential military action. - Are the people of the USA really on board with this bullshit?? globalnews.ca/news/1160722...
Trump says U.S. will acquire Greenland ‘whether they like it or not’ - National | Globalnews.ca
"I would like to make a deal the easy way, but if we don't do it the easy way we're going to do it the hard way," he added, appearing to allude to potential military action.
globalnews.ca
January 10, 2026 at 4:36 AM
“I would like to make a deal the easy way, but if we don’t do it the easy way we’re going to do it the hard way,” he added, appearing to allude to potential military action. - Are the people of the USA really on board with this bullshit?? globalnews.ca/news/1160722...
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4/ Old mate says:
January 10, 2026 at 5:26 AM
4/ Old mate says:
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A question for fearless journos out there to put to Australia's political leaders. Why do we have > $300 billion to attempt to buy submarines but not enough $ to pay more fire fighters & support staff & to buy more urgently needed firefighting equipment, so we have sufficient resources when needed?!
January 10, 2026 at 3:40 AM
A question for fearless journos out there to put to Australia's political leaders. Why do we have > $300 billion to attempt to buy submarines but not enough $ to pay more fire fighters & support staff & to buy more urgently needed firefighting equipment, so we have sufficient resources when needed?!
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“Renewables are key to energy security and energy independence.”
“No one is invading other countries to steal their wind and sunshine.”
#auspol
“Renewables are key to energy security and energy independence.”
“No one is invading other countries to steal their wind and sunshine.”
#auspol
Unchecked climate heating is greatest threat to human security, says former ADF Chief
As United States President Donald Trump ramps up rhetoric on his oil-driven military intervention in Venezuela, a former Australian defence chief is urging world leaders not to lose sight of the far m...
thepoint.com.au
January 10, 2026 at 5:50 AM
thepoint.com.au/news/260110-...
“Renewables are key to energy security and energy independence.”
“No one is invading other countries to steal their wind and sunshine.”
#auspol
“Renewables are key to energy security and energy independence.”
“No one is invading other countries to steal their wind and sunshine.”
#auspol