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Greg Carroll
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Retired Oz lefty in rural Thailand. Working towards an off-grid life. More often than not can be found riding my bike. #sustainable #renewable
Australia's Notional Anti Corruption Commission. How not to build trust in government and its ability to root out corruption. "The NACC under the current Commissioner is a catastrophic public policy failure." John Adams, MWM: michaelwest.com.au/cracks-in-th... #auspol #Auspol2025
Cracks in the NACC. Brereton protected while corruption remains hidden - Michael West
The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) is engulfed by missteps and scandals, further diminishing trust and confidence in government.
michaelwest.com.au
October 30, 2025 at 9:32 AM
Dave Milner:
“People aren’t buying their shit anymore”: They think they can make you forget what you’ve seen. Nailed it, palpably. theshot.net.au/uncategorize... #Auspol #auspol2025 #Gaza
“People aren't buying their shit anymore”: They think they can make you forget what you’ve seen - The Shot
Like colours, neurodivergence and political ideology, being a dickhead operates on a spectrum. From narcissistic middle managers, to people that...
theshot.net.au
October 24, 2025 at 9:48 AM
We don't have time. The 2025 Global Tipping Points Report shows that coral reefs are already suffering widespread die-off. At the other end of the scale retreating glaciers and polar ice will lead to devestating sea level rises. global-tipping-points.org/resources-gtp #environment #Climatechange
Resources - Global Tipping Points
Policy Briefs and Reports Tipping Points Briefing Papers Download the Tipping Points Policy Brief here. Download A positive tipping cascade in power, transport and heating Download the study here. Dow...
global-tipping-points.org
October 20, 2025 at 12:44 AM
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Just a quick reminder to all Aussies out there this petition is still open.
October 16, 2025 at 12:22 AM
Camellia sasanqua, afternoon light. Pentax K100D Super 200 mm f11 1/500 sec. #Photography #Plants #flowers
October 6, 2025 at 4:06 AM
Powder Puff tree, early morning. Pentax K-x 200 mm f8 1/400 sec. #Photography #Plants
October 6, 2025 at 3:56 AM
The impact of Murdoch on Australia's climate change denialism. A study by the ANU found that Australia ranks 3rd in the world for climate denialism, at 8% of the population, behind the United States (12%) and Sweden (9%). The global average is 3%. #Auspol
www.thesaturdaypaper.com.au/news/environ...
News Corp and Advance called to misinformation inquiry
The Senate inquiry into climate misinformation invited both News Corp and Advance to its hearings – senators have received 5000 emails from Advance supporters, telling them to back off.
www.thesaturdaypaper.com.au
October 6, 2025 at 3:37 AM
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Despite wacko coverage in the press, Opposition & Zio Lobby hyperventilating, and US threats, Palestine recognition and Penny Wong's aid worker declaration are good steps. Now sanctions are the go
#auspol
michaelwest.com.au/right-move-b...
September 22, 2025 at 9:06 PM
Australia's National Climate Risk Assessment models the future. Given its likely to be conservative, the cause for concern is more than alarming. The assessment's aim is to identify risks that can hopefully be addressed ahead of time... www.acs.gov.au/pages/nation... #Auspol2025 #climatechange
National Climate Risk Assessment
Learn about Australia's first National Climate Risk Assessment.
www.acs.gov.au
September 15, 2025 at 11:58 PM
reneweconomy.com.au
September 12, 2025 at 6:28 AM
Dave Milner, The Shot: "Every Australian mayor that attended that Zionist baby-killing brainwashing summit on the Gold Coast should be on a list all Australian voters have access to." theshot.net.au/uncategorize... #Auspol2025 #auspol
Anti-Semitism envoy, condemner of watermelons, declines to comment on Nazi terror attacks on First Nations and Palestinians - The Shot
Summary for flaky, attention-span deficient types: First Nations and Palestinian allies stood strong against Nazi assaults in the Melbourne CBD,...
theshot.net.au
September 7, 2025 at 12:16 AM
John Clarke celebrated by his filmmaker daughter, Lorin, in new documentary. The quintessential observer of the absurdity of the political domain, poking fun at public figures with charm and grace. Some of his best work on the The Fred Dagg Tapes. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09... #Auspol2025 #humor
But Also John Clarke is a tender look at Australia's greatest satirist
Writer and performer Lorin Clarke ropes in the cream of Australia's comedy crop to celebrate the life and work of her father, John, in her new documentary.
www.abc.net.au
September 5, 2025 at 1:00 AM
NSW Environment Protection Authority sat on report on lead in children’s blood to placate mining companies - Guardian Australia #Auspol2025
September 4, 2025 at 11:22 PM
Beautiful #hibiscus from the hibiscus forest in our garden. #flowers #flowersonfriday #photography
August 1, 2025 at 7:12 AM
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"... #Climate change literally does pose a threat to human civilization"- Prof. @michaelemann.bsky.social

youtu.be/cnvJsv4hiLs
The Heat Is Rising - How Close Are We to Reaching Unlivable Temperatures?
YouTube video by Bright Side Global
youtu.be
July 31, 2025 at 11:11 AM
Reposted by Greg Carroll
Earth’s land carbon sink has nearly vanished for the second year in a row.
Heat, logging, mining, “green” energy, grazing, construction.
We’re not only heating the planet, but dismantling its ability to cool itself.

www.newscientist.com/article/2489...
Major carbon sink may have vanished for a second year in a row
Record heat in 2024 caused ecosystems on land to emit nearly as much carbon dioxide as they took out of the atmosphere
www.newscientist.com
July 27, 2025 at 1:09 AM
One of the real pleasures of having a forest of Hibiscus plants is the variety of butterflies attracted. This is but one of many different varieties we get to enjoy. #garden #flowers #Butterfly #photography
July 26, 2025 at 7:06 AM
A Cambodian soldier and I at Prasat Ta Kwai Wat, April 2024. The Thai - Cambodian border runs through the temple. Then Thai and Cambodian soldiers were relaxed, playing cards together. Today over 100,000 Thais evacuated from the border as fighting continues 80 klm's away. #Thailand
July 26, 2025 at 6:59 AM
Hibiscus putting on a show #Gardening #flowers #photography
July 26, 2025 at 4:50 AM
One of the more unusual #hibiscus plants in the garden putting on a show.
July 25, 2025 at 9:29 PM
Meanwhile in a (normally) quiet corner of NE Thailand. Cambodian and Thai troops face off across a disputed border. So far 12 civilian casualties including schoolchildren. Approx. 80 klm's from here. #Thailand #Cambodia www.nytimes.com/2025/07/24/w...
Familiar Flashpoint Leads to Deadly Clashes Between Thailand and Cambodia
www.nytimes.com
July 25, 2025 at 2:50 AM
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Top Meadow here on World Bee Sanctuary was stunning today.
Alive, moving and humming.
An abundance of #bees, #butterflies, #hoverflies and #birds.

This is what a healthy #ecosystem and #planet looks and sounds like.
And it’s so fucking simple folks.
It’s shameful this isn’t the norm.
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July 25, 2025 at 12:28 AM
International Court of Justice says countries failing to tackle climate change risk breaking international law. The ICJ said climate change was an "urgent and existential threat" to humanity and countries had a "duty to cooperate" on addressing it. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07... #ClimateCrisis
The world's highest court declares states have a legal obligation to tackle climate change
The opinion of the International Court of Justice is seen by some as a turning point in international climate law, with judges finding that states affected by global warming could be eligible for repa...
www.abc.net.au
July 24, 2025 at 12:15 AM