Cathy Saint
@cathysaint.bsky.social
Perioperative nurse, Educator, Merchant deck officer, Landcarer, certified Bird Nerd. Views my own and reposts not necessarily an endorsement.
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At my desk, just saw a rat saunter through the back door. Ergh
Remember,important... DO NOT USE RAT POISON !
It's killing our lovely birds and wildlife!!
(I'll get the bugger... rat trap set up to go)
birdlife.org.au/stop-the-pub...
Remember,important... DO NOT USE RAT POISON !
It's killing our lovely birds and wildlife!!
(I'll get the bugger... rat trap set up to go)
birdlife.org.au/stop-the-pub...
Stop the public sale of lethal SGAR rat poisons - BirdLife Australia
The routine and widespread public use of Second Generation Anticoagulant Rodenticides (SGARs) is killing native wildlife across Australia. Help remove SGARs from supermarket shelves and ensure that on...
birdlife.org.au
January 17, 2026 at 6:45 AM
At my desk, just saw a rat saunter through the back door. Ergh
Remember,important... DO NOT USE RAT POISON !
It's killing our lovely birds and wildlife!!
(I'll get the bugger... rat trap set up to go)
birdlife.org.au/stop-the-pub...
Remember,important... DO NOT USE RAT POISON !
It's killing our lovely birds and wildlife!!
(I'll get the bugger... rat trap set up to go)
birdlife.org.au/stop-the-pub...
No power, no phone, no radio: why comms dropped out during the central Victorian fires
theconversation.com/no-power-no-...
theconversation.com/no-power-no-...
No power, no phone, no radio: why comms dropped out during the central Victorian fires
We need reliable communications during climate emergencies like bushfires and floods. But changes have left regional communities exposed.
theconversation.com
January 14, 2026 at 7:37 PM
No power, no phone, no radio: why comms dropped out during the central Victorian fires
theconversation.com/no-power-no-...
theconversation.com/no-power-no-...
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Did anyone else notice that Peter Malinauskas kept saying "Ms Abdel-Fattah" rather than "Dr Abdel-Fattah" on 7.30 tonight? Disrespectful.
January 14, 2026 at 9:18 AM
Did anyone else notice that Peter Malinauskas kept saying "Ms Abdel-Fattah" rather than "Dr Abdel-Fattah" on 7.30 tonight? Disrespectful.
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Ten Sydney harbours’ worth of threatened species habitat cleared under Albanese government in 2025, report finds
Ten Sydney harbours’ worth of threatened species habitat cleared under Albanese government in 2025, report finds
Australian Conservation Foundation’s analysis finds the amount of habitat approved for land clearing hit a 15-year high last year
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More than 57,000 hectares of threatened species habitat was approved for destruction by the Australian government in 2025 – the most in 15 years, according to analysis by the Australian Conservation Foundation.
The ACF’s latest annual “extinction wrapped” report has revealed that the threatened species habitat greenlit for land clearing was about 10 times the size of Sydney Harbour – more than double the 2024 figure, and over five times the 10,426 hectares approved for razing in 2023.
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www.theguardian.com
January 13, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Ten Sydney harbours’ worth of threatened species habitat cleared under Albanese government in 2025, report finds
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A whole bunch of artists and cultural workers have lost work because of the implosion of Adelaide Writers week — writers, producers, stage crew, front of house. None of this was their fault. Something for the Labor premier to think about
January 13, 2026 at 5:48 AM
A whole bunch of artists and cultural workers have lost work because of the implosion of Adelaide Writers week — writers, producers, stage crew, front of house. None of this was their fault. Something for the Labor premier to think about
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For those impacted by fires, ABC Melbourne and Victoria are broadcasting the latest fire news and updates every hour at 45 minutes past the hour (or a quarter to the next hour), eg, next update is at 2:45pm.
January 12, 2026 at 3:41 AM
For those impacted by fires, ABC Melbourne and Victoria are broadcasting the latest fire news and updates every hour at 45 minutes past the hour (or a quarter to the next hour), eg, next update is at 2:45pm.
Only just turned the chooks electric fence back on, after 3 days of total fire bans, and this visitors chosen, out of the entire paddock, this spot for a nap!
Its young.
Fence off (again).
Ill check it doesnt get entangled.
Its young.
Fence off (again).
Ill check it doesnt get entangled.
January 12, 2026 at 2:57 AM
Only just turned the chooks electric fence back on, after 3 days of total fire bans, and this visitors chosen, out of the entire paddock, this spot for a nap!
Its young.
Fence off (again).
Ill check it doesnt get entangled.
Its young.
Fence off (again).
Ill check it doesnt get entangled.
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Things have cooled down somewhat in Victoria today - although we still have multiple fires burning...
But NSW is heating up - don't forget the wildlife folks :)
But NSW is heating up - don't forget the wildlife folks :)
When putting out containers of water for wildlife on hot days, please place a rock and a stick or two in there, so small animals, including insects and reptiles, can get in and out easily. Placing containers in a shady and protected spot is best.
January 10, 2026 at 1:11 AM
Things have cooled down somewhat in Victoria today - although we still have multiple fires burning...
But NSW is heating up - don't forget the wildlife folks :)
But NSW is heating up - don't forget the wildlife folks :)
From Zoos Victoria - Healesville Sanctuary closed tomorrow because of the forecast heat.
Zoo staff will still be out in it, making sure animals have what they need.
Spare a thought.
Postpone your visit but still plan to go, another day!
Zoo staff will still be out in it, making sure animals have what they need.
Spare a thought.
Postpone your visit but still plan to go, another day!
January 8, 2026 at 5:46 AM
From Zoos Victoria - Healesville Sanctuary closed tomorrow because of the forecast heat.
Zoo staff will still be out in it, making sure animals have what they need.
Spare a thought.
Postpone your visit but still plan to go, another day!
Zoo staff will still be out in it, making sure animals have what they need.
Spare a thought.
Postpone your visit but still plan to go, another day!
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Inner North Melbourne people: two of Yarra Library's branches have extended opening hours on Thursday and Friday so that you can hide away from the heatwave.
January 6, 2026 at 4:59 AM
Inner North Melbourne people: two of Yarra Library's branches have extended opening hours on Thursday and Friday so that you can hide away from the heatwave.
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Plan ahead and prepare for the next few days.
January 6, 2026 at 6:52 AM
Plan ahead and prepare for the next few days.
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Female Powerful Owl in a Brisbane conservation area* this morning.
* Incidentally, an area that the government seems very interested in developing into a "major tourist attraction" in time for the 2032 Olympic Games. Something nobody wants except developers, as far as I can tell.
#brisbane #wildoz
* Incidentally, an area that the government seems very interested in developing into a "major tourist attraction" in time for the 2032 Olympic Games. Something nobody wants except developers, as far as I can tell.
#brisbane #wildoz
January 6, 2026 at 1:47 AM
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Please reshare. I reserve requests of the public to reshare not for clicks and hits, but when I believe it is important news.
This stolen generator provides back up power to UGFM, a local community radio station who does emergency broadcasting during emergencies, as it did on Black Saturday.
This stolen generator provides back up power to UGFM, a local community radio station who does emergency broadcasting during emergencies, as it did on Black Saturday.
Fire tower back up generator stolen
#ausnews #vicnews #cfa #marysville #polive #vkc #theft #emergency #wx #investigation #mtgordon #ugfm
#ausnews #vicnews #cfa #marysville #polive #vkc #theft #emergency #wx #investigation #mtgordon #ugfm
Fire tower back up generator stolen
MARYSVILLE, VIC. — A back-up generator for community broadcast station UGFM (Upper Goulburn FM), which is used to keep UGFM and the Mt Gordon fire spotting tower operating and 'on air' during emergencies, when power is lost, has been stolen overnight.
www.victoriannews.com.au
January 5, 2026 at 3:24 AM
Please reshare. I reserve requests of the public to reshare not for clicks and hits, but when I believe it is important news.
This stolen generator provides back up power to UGFM, a local community radio station who does emergency broadcasting during emergencies, as it did on Black Saturday.
This stolen generator provides back up power to UGFM, a local community radio station who does emergency broadcasting during emergencies, as it did on Black Saturday.
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NEW: Sen. Mark Kelly RESPONDS to Pete Hegseth for censuring him, cutting his military pension, threatening to demote his rank, and warning of possible criminal prosecution for telling soldiers to obey their oath.
January 5, 2026 at 5:17 PM
NEW: Sen. Mark Kelly RESPONDS to Pete Hegseth for censuring him, cutting his military pension, threatening to demote his rank, and warning of possible criminal prosecution for telling soldiers to obey their oath.
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Please when, Australia?
Today is the first day Californians can use a legislatively mandated platform to request that online platforms delete their data.
privacy.ca.gov/drop/about-d...
privacy.ca.gov/drop/about-d...
About DROP and the Delete Act
Learn more about DROP. This includes the California Consumer Privacy Act and the Delete Act.
privacy.ca.gov
January 1, 2026 at 11:21 PM
Please when, Australia?
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A blue-banded bee.
These gorgeous tiny native bees zip around joyfully and are exceptionally hard to photograph.
Love their stripey blue bums 😆
Clare Valley, South Australia.
These gorgeous tiny native bees zip around joyfully and are exceptionally hard to photograph.
Love their stripey blue bums 😆
Clare Valley, South Australia.
January 1, 2026 at 9:39 AM
A blue-banded bee.
These gorgeous tiny native bees zip around joyfully and are exceptionally hard to photograph.
Love their stripey blue bums 😆
Clare Valley, South Australia.
These gorgeous tiny native bees zip around joyfully and are exceptionally hard to photograph.
Love their stripey blue bums 😆
Clare Valley, South Australia.
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TAX. THESE. OUT. OF. EXISTENCE!
These monstrosities should be illegal! Large vehicles are markedly deadlier for pedestrians. Being struck by a large SUV raises the risk of death by around 40 per cent compared with a smaller car; for children, the risk is up to eight times higher..."
These monstrosities should be illegal! Large vehicles are markedly deadlier for pedestrians. Being struck by a large SUV raises the risk of death by around 40 per cent compared with a smaller car; for children, the risk is up to eight times higher..."
Australia's road toll is rising, but not for the reason you think
A grim year on our roads, especially for pedestrians.
www.canberratimes.com.au
December 30, 2025 at 5:26 AM
TAX. THESE. OUT. OF. EXISTENCE!
These monstrosities should be illegal! Large vehicles are markedly deadlier for pedestrians. Being struck by a large SUV raises the risk of death by around 40 per cent compared with a smaller car; for children, the risk is up to eight times higher..."
These monstrosities should be illegal! Large vehicles are markedly deadlier for pedestrians. Being struck by a large SUV raises the risk of death by around 40 per cent compared with a smaller car; for children, the risk is up to eight times higher..."
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Same here: Germany calling. I am the only one masked in the oncology and in the radiation therapy building. People coughing into my face for 2 hr straight. Not that I can get up and leave...😵💫🫣
December 30, 2025 at 7:49 AM
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We can do so much better than this www.theguardian.com/environment/.... This draconian crap makes me so angry.
Queensland to continue to allow farmers to shoot flying foxes after revoking ban on controversial practice
Conservationists and scientists criticise state for backtracking and say alternative non-lethal methods such as netting are more effective
www.theguardian.com
December 30, 2025 at 3:05 AM
We can do so much better than this www.theguardian.com/environment/.... This draconian crap makes me so angry.
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Sad indeed. But an inspiring obituary.
Very sad news 😥
Conservation scientist and marine ecologist Emma Johnston has passed away 🧪
theconversation.com/emma-johnsto...
Conservation scientist and marine ecologist Emma Johnston has passed away 🧪
theconversation.com/emma-johnsto...
Emma Johnston was a visionary scientist, environmentalist and leader, with an abiding hope for humanity
The University of Melbourne Vice-Chancellor, who has died aged 52, was driven by a deep love of science and a desire to safeguard the planet’s future.
theconversation.com
December 29, 2025 at 8:07 PM
Sad indeed. But an inspiring obituary.
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Great thread.
"These models optimise for likely answers, not guaranteed truth. That’s a poor match for formal proofs where every step must be correct."
This is in general the case with what we call "AI" (ie machine learning): they can be of an efficient help, if you know what you are looking for.
"These models optimise for likely answers, not guaranteed truth. That’s a poor match for formal proofs where every step must be correct."
This is in general the case with what we call "AI" (ie machine learning): they can be of an efficient help, if you know what you are looking for.
AI companies have turned their attention to maths.
Between splashy headlines and sober inspection lies a more interesting story: systems that impress and develop, yet still lean on humans.
What happens when AI starts tackling maths - and what doesn’t?
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Between splashy headlines and sober inspection lies a more interesting story: systems that impress and develop, yet still lean on humans.
What happens when AI starts tackling maths - and what doesn’t?
1/10
December 29, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Great thread.
"These models optimise for likely answers, not guaranteed truth. That’s a poor match for formal proofs where every step must be correct."
This is in general the case with what we call "AI" (ie machine learning): they can be of an efficient help, if you know what you are looking for.
"These models optimise for likely answers, not guaranteed truth. That’s a poor match for formal proofs where every step must be correct."
This is in general the case with what we call "AI" (ie machine learning): they can be of an efficient help, if you know what you are looking for.
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Incredibly sad to see we have lost Professor Emma Johnston. She loved, and fought for, the marine environment, women in STEM, climate action and social purpose at universities. I knew her from her work at Sydney University where all of this was on display. Too soon. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-12...
Family, colleagues in 'disbelief' after leading scientist dies aged 52
University of Melbourne vice-chancellor Emma Johnston has died from complications associated with cancer, aged 52.
www.abc.net.au
December 29, 2025 at 8:24 PM
Incredibly sad to see we have lost Professor Emma Johnston. She loved, and fought for, the marine environment, women in STEM, climate action and social purpose at universities. I knew her from her work at Sydney University where all of this was on display. Too soon. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-12...