Derek Collings-Hughes
dcollingshughes.bsky.social
Derek Collings-Hughes
@dcollingshughes.bsky.social
Paramedic/ Educator/ Researcher/ Dogmatically anti-dogma | He/Him | Views my own / unless my dog stole my phone again, then the views are Odie's
Community banding together to fundraise for essential equipment is admirable but this raises a very big question.

Why should regional communities have to do this?

The WA state govt proudly spends less per capita on ambulance services than any other state in Australia.

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Exmouth’s fundraising on track for a new ambulance
St John WA’s Exmouth sub centre is edging ever closer to a brand-new Mark 7 Mercedes Sprinter ambulance. Thanks to generous contributions from Santos Ltd , Scarborough Energy Project operated by Woods...
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November 30, 2024 at 5:44 AM
Reposted by Derek Collings-Hughes
Freedom of speech is only allowed if expressed in a European/Pākehā way. Not the promise of a government to "...deliver for every New Zealander, regardless of who we are..."

Māori culture is only acceptable for sporting events, tourism, and welcoming dignitories

www.teaonews.co.nz/2024/11/21/a...
Act lays complaint against MPs who participated in viral haka
Te Ao Māori News has obtained a copy of a letter written by Act MP Todd Stephenson to Speaker Gerry Brownlee complaining about the MPs who took part in the haka that went viral.
www.teaonews.co.nz
November 23, 2024 at 6:00 AM
Today the #CurtinSchoolofNursing held a fantastic #professional #development day for our #academic staff. Topics included all things assessment, AI and improving student engagement with learning.

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November 22, 2024 at 9:45 AM
#bombsquad and #specialops leaders, if you aren't recruiting parents with experience in moving electronic toys while their toddlers are napping...

There's your untapped wealth of expertise in stealth and delicate handling, gained in real-world, high pressure environments.

You're welcome.
November 17, 2024 at 1:58 AM
24 hours here and so far I'm very happy. I'm even quickly finding all my previous Twitter connections.

There's just one problem.

What are we calling a post here?

Surely it's not a Tweet, but I've also just googled some alternatives and learnt some slang I really could have lived without...
November 16, 2024 at 8:15 AM
I've finally made it over to the good place. Where are all my #paramedic buddies at?

Also hoping to find #MedSky is more comparable to the pre-Musk MedTwitter days.
November 15, 2024 at 10:41 AM