Tom Piotrowski
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Explorer of the skies, capturing moments with drones and a keen eye for photography. A seasoned soul bridging the gap with Gen X, Millennials, Z, and Alpha—tech-savvy and thriving. Advocate for justice, peace, and a better world. Sydney-based dreamer, doer
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Why I’ve changed my mind about the social media bill | Andrew Wilkie
Why I’ve changed my mind about the social media bill | Andrew Wilkie
The ban is a blunt instrument that will silence the voices of young people instead of placing the onus on tech companies to protect them
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I have a confession to make. I’ve done something that politicians aren’t expected to do. I’ve realised I was wrong and changed my mind.
I have two teenage daughters and three teenage stepsons, and when the federal government announced that they were going to ban social media for under-16-year-olds, I was onboard.
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November 27, 2024 at 9:34 AM
Why I’ve changed my mind about the social media bill | Andrew Wilkie
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countries that don't want Musk to influence their internal politics have some hard choices ahead
There is now some hard evidence that X boosted the Trump campaign and suppressed the Harris campaign. What's to stop Musk from doing the same in other countries?
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New computational analyses from the University of Queensland on algorithmic bias suggest that the X algorithm substantially boosted Republican accounts right after Elon Musk's endorsement of Donald Tr...
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November 17, 2024 at 8:32 AM
countries that don't want Musk to influence their internal politics have some hard choices ahead
The vibrant colors of Sydney’s stunning rock formations and the sea envelop one of the beloved rock pools at the northern end of Narrabeen Beach. This photo earned runner-up in the 2024 CASA competition.
November 15, 2024 at 3:44 AM
The vibrant colors of Sydney’s stunning rock formations and the sea envelop one of the beloved rock pools at the northern end of Narrabeen Beach. This photo earned runner-up in the 2024 CASA competition.
An aerial view of Long Reef Golf Course at Sydney's Northern Beaches, Australia, beautifully nestled between lush green fairways and the serene coastal waters, showcasing the perfect harmony of sport and nature by the sea.
November 15, 2024 at 3:41 AM
An aerial view of Long Reef Golf Course at Sydney's Northern Beaches, Australia, beautifully nestled between lush green fairways and the serene coastal waters, showcasing the perfect harmony of sport and nature by the sea.
An intricate underwater tapestry of sea grass sways in the shallow waters of Narrabeen Lagoon at Sydney Northern Beaches, Australia, creating vibrant patterns of yellow and green against the
deep blue hues. A natural masterpiece of life beneath the surface.
deep blue hues. A natural masterpiece of life beneath the surface.
November 15, 2024 at 3:39 AM
An intricate underwater tapestry of sea grass sways in the shallow waters of Narrabeen Lagoon at Sydney Northern Beaches, Australia, creating vibrant patterns of yellow and green against the
deep blue hues. A natural masterpiece of life beneath the surface.
deep blue hues. A natural masterpiece of life beneath the surface.