Roland Browne
@slowguns.bsky.social
Almost Ex-Twitter. Vice President of Gun Control Australia. Lawyer. Advocate for gun control, electoral reform and other things. Electoral Act auth’n: 115 Collins St Hobart.
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Bec Thomas wants the government to "follow due process." Says the woman who ignored the recommendations of the Tasmanian Planning Commission when it came to the proposed stadium. #politas
Tasmanian government advised to stop land sale to NBL team owner
The Tasmanian government is pushing ahead with plans to sell 15 hectares of publicly-owned land to the owner of the JackJumpers NBL team despite receiving departmental advice to stop negotiations.
www.abc.net.au
February 17, 2026 at 3:59 AM
Bec Thomas wants the government to "follow due process." Says the woman who ignored the recommendations of the Tasmanian Planning Commission when it came to the proposed stadium. #politas
Qld, like Tasmania, has not learned that letting the gun lobby write gun laws is akin to letting the tobacco, lead, asbestos etc industries write the rules that regulate them. If evidence is needed, look at the laws the gun lobby delivered to Tas before the Port Arthur massacre #guncontrolaustralia
New Queensland guns laws to restrict weapons ownership to citizens
The laws aim to crack down on rising gun crime and include tougher penalties for drive-by shootings.
www.abc.net.au
February 9, 2026 at 7:25 AM
Qld, like Tasmania, has not learned that letting the gun lobby write gun laws is akin to letting the tobacco, lead, asbestos etc industries write the rules that regulate them. If evidence is needed, look at the laws the gun lobby delivered to Tas before the Port Arthur massacre #guncontrolaustralia
The only redeeming feature of Herzog’s visit was the opportunity for peaceful protest. Minns has made a blunder. Peaceful protest is the essence of democracy, and Herzog as representative of the State of Israel should feel the clear message from many in the Australian community.
Minns invokes special powers for NSW police to restrict protests during Israeli president’s visit
Thirteen state and federal NSW MPs appeal to police to allow planned march protesting against the visit
www.theguardian.com
February 7, 2026 at 8:45 AM
The only redeeming feature of Herzog’s visit was the opportunity for peaceful protest. Minns has made a blunder. Peaceful protest is the essence of democracy, and Herzog as representative of the State of Israel should feel the clear message from many in the Australian community.
What is that long cloud??
It's looking rather scenic in the neighbourhood this evening.
February 6, 2026 at 10:29 AM
What is that long cloud??
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Compare & contrast. This is Trump’s demand for Greenland. And this is Hitler’s for the Sudetenland.
There is no difference. The language. The unstoppable need to dominate. The megalomania. It’s the same.
And Keir Starmer’s response is appeasement. We are in that moment.
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There is no difference. The language. The unstoppable need to dominate. The megalomania. It’s the same.
And Keir Starmer’s response is appeasement. We are in that moment.
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January 20, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Compare & contrast. This is Trump’s demand for Greenland. And this is Hitler’s for the Sudetenland.
There is no difference. The language. The unstoppable need to dominate. The megalomania. It’s the same.
And Keir Starmer’s response is appeasement. We are in that moment.
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There is no difference. The language. The unstoppable need to dominate. The megalomania. It’s the same.
And Keir Starmer’s response is appeasement. We are in that moment.
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Australia Institute research shows the number of guns in the Australian community has surged to more than 4 million and a gun is stolen every four hours in Australia.
Read more on our website: https://theaus.in/4b9M8i0
Read more on our website: https://theaus.in/4b9M8i0
January 20, 2026 at 11:41 PM
Australia Institute research shows the number of guns in the Australian community has surged to more than 4 million and a gun is stolen every four hours in Australia.
Read more on our website: https://theaus.in/4b9M8i0
Read more on our website: https://theaus.in/4b9M8i0
Well done, Tasmania Police. #guncontrolaustralia
Police arrest 15, seize 12 firearms following Hobart shootings
Tasmania Police says it received "valuable information" from the public in relation to recent shootings in Gagebrook and Bridgewater.
www.abc.net.au
January 16, 2026 at 10:03 AM
Well done, Tasmania Police. #guncontrolaustralia
Who needs 31 guns, and 250 kg of ammo in Launceston? And why is someone even allowed 31 guns in Launceston? #guncontrolaustralia
40 guns, 250kg of ammo seized in police raid on 78yo's home
Tasmania Police has seized 40 guns, including eight unregistered and stored incorrectly, along with 250 kilograms of ammunition from a Launceston home.
www.abc.net.au
January 13, 2026 at 11:23 AM
Who needs 31 guns, and 250 kg of ammo in Launceston? And why is someone even allowed 31 guns in Launceston? #guncontrolaustralia
I still haven’t forgiven McGrath for shooting dead an African elephant and other African wildlife - for fun - and then posing for the photos. Shameful #guncontrolaustralia
Ahead of Day 3 of the "pink test"
In 2022-23 the McGrath foundation spent about $8.8m on “foundation-funded breast care nurses”, but more than $9.1m on fundraising and marketing, and a further $2.2m on administration."
www.thenewdaily.com.au/opinion/2024...
In 2022-23 the McGrath foundation spent about $8.8m on “foundation-funded breast care nurses”, but more than $9.1m on fundraising and marketing, and a further $2.2m on administration."
www.thenewdaily.com.au/opinion/2024...
The Pink Test is a feel-good story, but does it help where it’s really needed? | The New Daily
www.thenewdaily.com.au
January 6, 2026 at 2:42 AM
I still haven’t forgiven McGrath for shooting dead an African elephant and other African wildlife - for fun - and then posing for the photos. Shameful #guncontrolaustralia
This story shows that while WA has new gun limits (from March 2025), they may be too high, and there’s still questions about enforcement of gun limits. And limits on ammunition purchases as a reform issue must be taken seriously. #guncontrolaustralia
Perth man pledged support for Bondi shooters hours after attack, court hears
Police found a bomb-making shopping list when they searched the home of a man who allegedly posted on social media that he supported the gunmen behind the Bondi terror attack, a Perth court has heard.
www.abc.net.au
December 24, 2025 at 9:57 PM
This story shows that while WA has new gun limits (from March 2025), they may be too high, and there’s still questions about enforcement of gun limits. And limits on ammunition purchases as a reform issue must be taken seriously. #guncontrolaustralia
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Albanese and Labor could barely have been more supportive of Israel, or less sympathetic of the Palestinian civilians massacred and starved. Did that satisfy News Corp? Not even.
And now he invites the president of the genocidal state to visit. Does he think they will lay off now?
Ofc they won’t. 🤡
And now he invites the president of the genocidal state to visit. Does he think they will lay off now?
Ofc they won’t. 🤡
When do you think Albanese will realise there’s no placating these people? News Corp pays no tax and adds nothing to Aus society apart from hate, but Labor acts as if it owns them.
Instead of fighting back or standing up for themselves, Albanese and co are like “please sir can I have some more?”
Instead of fighting back or standing up for themselves, Albanese and co are like “please sir can I have some more?”
December 24, 2025 at 5:00 AM
Albanese and Labor could barely have been more supportive of Israel, or less sympathetic of the Palestinian civilians massacred and starved. Did that satisfy News Corp? Not even.
And now he invites the president of the genocidal state to visit. Does he think they will lay off now?
Ofc they won’t. 🤡
And now he invites the president of the genocidal state to visit. Does he think they will lay off now?
Ofc they won’t. 🤡
Australia’s gun lobby is again trying to stall essential gun control reforms.
Strengthen our laws to reduce gun violence - Bondi terror attack…
We at the Alannah & Madeline Foundation are mourning the devastating terror attack at Bondi Beach, which claimed 15 lives and irreparably damaged many…
www.alannahandmadeline.org.au
December 18, 2025 at 5:28 AM
Australia’s gun lobby is again trying to stall essential gun control reforms.
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Kunanyi looking magnificent without a cable car as the ferry leaves for mona
December 12, 2025 at 12:25 AM
Kunanyi looking magnificent without a cable car as the ferry leaves for mona
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We already pay as much rent as mainlanders, food is more expensive and wages are lower. Going to big events isn’t possible for most. We’re becoming one of those tourism destinations where the locals can’t afford to do anything. The stadium will massively accelerate that process.
#politas #auspol
#politas #auspol
Tasmania is about to enter a period of fiscal austerity it hasn't experienced before. Hospitality businesses near the stadium are expecting some sort of economic nirvana. They better hope mainlanders are cashed up. Tasmanians using the stadium will be lucky to afford a packet of chips. #politas
Cutbacks, revenue raising in line to help fund Hobart AFL stadium
Tasmania's premier and treasurer agree to reduce borrowings for government businesses in an effort to accommodate more debt for the Hobart AFL stadium.
www.abc.net.au
December 5, 2025 at 12:15 AM
Is it just me, or is this statement by Dean Harriss MLC a deluded belief:
“Mr Harriss said he believed the government's promised measures would help to address state debt, while attempting to accommodate more debt for the stadium.”
#nonewstadium
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“Mr Harriss said he believed the government's promised measures would help to address state debt, while attempting to accommodate more debt for the stadium.”
#nonewstadium
@megwebb-mlc.bsky.social @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social
Cutbacks, revenue raising in line to help fund Hobart AFL stadium
Tasmania's premier and treasurer agree to reduce borrowings for government businesses in an effort to accommodate more debt for the Hobart AFL stadium.
www.abc.net.au
December 5, 2025 at 1:48 AM
Is it just me, or is this statement by Dean Harriss MLC a deluded belief:
“Mr Harriss said he believed the government's promised measures would help to address state debt, while attempting to accommodate more debt for the stadium.”
#nonewstadium
@megwebb-mlc.bsky.social @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social
“Mr Harriss said he believed the government's promised measures would help to address state debt, while attempting to accommodate more debt for the stadium.”
#nonewstadium
@megwebb-mlc.bsky.social @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social
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@abc , this is a question you should have asked.
Waiting to hear how much Stadiums Tas subsidised this one concert, announced on the eve of the LegCo vote #nonewstadium @kristiejohnstonmp.bsky.social @megwebb-mlc.bsky.social @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social
Foo Fighters will play one Australian show next month, in Launceston
Foo Fighters, one of the biggest bands in the world, will play just one small Australian city when they travel out here in January.
www.abc.net.au
December 2, 2025 at 9:21 PM
@abc , this is a question you should have asked.
Waiting to hear how much Stadiums Tas subsidised this one concert, announced on the eve of the LegCo vote #nonewstadium @kristiejohnstonmp.bsky.social @megwebb-mlc.bsky.social @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social
Foo Fighters will play one Australian show next month, in Launceston
Foo Fighters, one of the biggest bands in the world, will play just one small Australian city when they travel out here in January.
www.abc.net.au
December 2, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Waiting to hear how much Stadiums Tas subsidised this one concert, announced on the eve of the LegCo vote #nonewstadium @kristiejohnstonmp.bsky.social @megwebb-mlc.bsky.social @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social
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Mainlanders, contact these three politicians to express concern about the stadium Tasmania cannot afford and that will burden us for generations. It will burden you too if we go bankrupt. Bec Thomas, Casey Hiscutt, Dean Harriss. Email addresses: www.parliament.tas.gov.au/legislative-.... #auspol
December 1, 2025 at 12:41 PM
Mainlanders, contact these three politicians to express concern about the stadium Tasmania cannot afford and that will burden us for generations. It will burden you too if we go bankrupt. Bec Thomas, Casey Hiscutt, Dean Harriss. Email addresses: www.parliament.tas.gov.au/legislative-.... #auspol
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“One speaker, local real estate adviser Jacob Field, described his audience as ‘makers’, while the anti-stadium brigade were ‘takers’.” What does a real estate advisor make, do tell, Jacob. And how exactly is draining the public purse for the benefit of a select few not “taking”?
#auspol #politas
#auspol #politas
Division and derision: how plans for an AFL stadium left Tasmania in pieces | Jack Snape
Division and derision: how plans for an AFL stadium left Tasmania in pieces | Jack Snape
Whatever parliamentarians decide this week the acrimonious debate over the Macquarie Point plan in Hobart will leave a stain on the state
In a state with a rich history of activism, Sunday was a protest against a protest. Around 15,000 braved the rain to gather at Hobart’s parliament house to tell the soon-to-vote crossbenchers: “Yes stadium.”
The AFL’s invitation in 2023 for Tasmania to join the mainland’s premier competition is arguably the greatest gift in Australian sport. The condition of that offer however, that the poorest state builds an expensive stadium on a precious parcel of land, has been described as “unconscionable”. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
December 1, 2025 at 11:57 AM
OUR PLACE HOBART RESPONDS TO YES TEAM YES STADIUM RALLY
Our Place responds to Yes Team Yes Stadium rally - No New Stadium
nonewstadium.au
November 30, 2025 at 4:26 AM
OUR PLACE HOBART RESPONDS TO YES TEAM YES STADIUM RALLY
@ABC, what about asking what would it be like to experience ANZAC Day at the Cenotaph with the stadium dominating the area, and desecrating the Cenotaph? #nonewstadium
What would it be like to visit the proposed Hobart stadium?
From potential gridlock to an "immersive" viewing experience, let's set aside the politics — just for a moment — and look at what planning documents tell us about the building at the heart of Tasmania...
www.abc.net.au
November 29, 2025 at 12:35 AM
@ABC, what about asking what would it be like to experience ANZAC Day at the Cenotaph with the stadium dominating the area, and desecrating the Cenotaph? #nonewstadium
We couldn’t afford a stadium 2 years ago at a cost of $750m (++). We can’t afford it today at $1.13billion (++) and we won’t be able to afford it late next year when contracts are signed for maybe $1.5billion (++). And the ++ is in the order of at least $350m (that we know of). #nonewstadium
Tasmania’s economy is in a diabolical situation. Saul Eslake says no one is to blame but the Govt. Eric Abetz must be held accountable. We CANNOT afford a stadium.
November 25, 2025 at 9:12 PM
We couldn’t afford a stadium 2 years ago at a cost of $750m (++). We can’t afford it today at $1.13billion (++) and we won’t be able to afford it late next year when contracts are signed for maybe $1.5billion (++). And the ++ is in the order of at least $350m (that we know of). #nonewstadium
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Tasmania’s economy is in a diabolical situation. Saul Eslake says no one is to blame but the Govt. Eric Abetz must be held accountable. We CANNOT afford a stadium.
November 25, 2025 at 11:13 AM
Tasmania’s economy is in a diabolical situation. Saul Eslake says no one is to blame but the Govt. Eric Abetz must be held accountable. We CANNOT afford a stadium.