Lesley Howard
@adropex.bsky.social
Language matters and statistics don’t lie. Only people do. http://M.Sc (Applied Statistics), one of the many authors of The Indi Way, and other stuff.
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You can’t lie when you sell someone a chicken, but it’s entirely legal to lie in political advertising in Australia.
The deliberate spread of misinformation by parties and other groups was a prominent feature of the recent election.
We have to fix this problem in the 48th Parliament.
The deliberate spread of misinformation by parties and other groups was a prominent feature of the recent election.
We have to fix this problem in the 48th Parliament.
May 18, 2025 at 6:57 AM
You can’t lie when you sell someone a chicken, but it’s entirely legal to lie in political advertising in Australia.
The deliberate spread of misinformation by parties and other groups was a prominent feature of the recent election.
We have to fix this problem in the 48th Parliament.
The deliberate spread of misinformation by parties and other groups was a prominent feature of the recent election.
We have to fix this problem in the 48th Parliament.
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Empty chairs = empty promises. As your Independent, I stand up, speak up and show up — every time. Goldstein deserves more than this — it deserves commitment. In 2025 Independence works even harder. #Goldsteinvotes
April 28, 2025 at 11:22 AM
Empty chairs = empty promises. As your Independent, I stand up, speak up and show up — every time. Goldstein deserves more than this — it deserves commitment. In 2025 Independence works even harder. #Goldsteinvotes
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Cant believe we’ve had a whole election without the PM or Opposition leader being asked why they support opening (and subsidising!) new coal & gas projects?
In Fremantle Monday night?
Come along and have a chat if you can #climate
nb.australiainstitute.org.au/burned_by_bi...
In Fremantle Monday night?
Come along and have a chat if you can #climate
nb.australiainstitute.org.au/burned_by_bi...
Burned by Big Fossil Fuels
nb.australiainstitute.org.au
April 27, 2025 at 2:58 AM
Cant believe we’ve had a whole election without the PM or Opposition leader being asked why they support opening (and subsidising!) new coal & gas projects?
In Fremantle Monday night?
Come along and have a chat if you can #climate
nb.australiainstitute.org.au/burned_by_bi...
In Fremantle Monday night?
Come along and have a chat if you can #climate
nb.australiainstitute.org.au/burned_by_bi...
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Mr Dutton fails to understand that we are an integrated community here in Canberra. Cuts to the public service at this scale would also decimate businesses here in Bean that are already struggling with the cost of living crisis.
I am for our whole community.
I am for our whole community.
April 27, 2025 at 5:00 AM
Mr Dutton fails to understand that we are an integrated community here in Canberra. Cuts to the public service at this scale would also decimate businesses here in Bean that are already struggling with the cost of living crisis.
I am for our whole community.
I am for our whole community.
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When you don’t know, listen to the scientists - on the role of “human-induced climate change”
#auspol
#auspol
Australia’s Tinderbox Drought: “Probabilistic analyses suggest that the occurrence of such an extreme drought solely due to natural variability is exceptionally rare, underscoring the role of human-induced climate change (Falster et al., 2024).”
Also high evaporative demand (high temps & drier air).
Also high evaporative demand (high temps & drier air).
Are you interested in the many and varied processes that contribute to drought? Check out the special collection in Weather and Climate Extremes on Australia's Tinderbox drought introduced by this editorial comment. www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
April 27, 2025 at 6:11 AM
When you don’t know, listen to the scientists - on the role of “human-induced climate change”
#auspol
#auspol
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In today’s atmosphere, it’s obvious why a book warning of totalitarian censorship would be in the American Library Association’s list of most commonly challenged books
April 17, 2025 at 5:54 PM
In today’s atmosphere, it’s obvious why a book warning of totalitarian censorship would be in the American Library Association’s list of most commonly challenged books
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When everything gets overwhelming, I make a point to seek out the natural world.
The trees and mountains stand witness to the fact that every despot and petty tyrant is nothing to the grandness of it all.
It truly is healing to me.
Blue Mountain - Missoula, Montana
The trees and mountains stand witness to the fact that every despot and petty tyrant is nothing to the grandness of it all.
It truly is healing to me.
Blue Mountain - Missoula, Montana
April 13, 2025 at 4:37 AM
When everything gets overwhelming, I make a point to seek out the natural world.
The trees and mountains stand witness to the fact that every despot and petty tyrant is nothing to the grandness of it all.
It truly is healing to me.
Blue Mountain - Missoula, Montana
The trees and mountains stand witness to the fact that every despot and petty tyrant is nothing to the grandness of it all.
It truly is healing to me.
Blue Mountain - Missoula, Montana
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It’s official - I am a candidate for the federal electorate of Casey. AEC Nomination Form accepted. Thank you to the 150 people that signed my form.
Casey has been represented by the Liberal Party for 52 years - let’s make history together in 2025
#claireferresmiles #claire4casey #claireFM
Casey has been represented by the Liberal Party for 52 years - let’s make history together in 2025
#claireferresmiles #claire4casey #claireFM
April 2, 2025 at 8:40 AM
It’s official - I am a candidate for the federal electorate of Casey. AEC Nomination Form accepted. Thank you to the 150 people that signed my form.
Casey has been represented by the Liberal Party for 52 years - let’s make history together in 2025
#claireferresmiles #claire4casey #claireFM
Casey has been represented by the Liberal Party for 52 years - let’s make history together in 2025
#claireferresmiles #claire4casey #claireFM
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TOMORROW NIGHT: Four key South Australian candidates running in the Senate debate major issues and answer the big questions
What would you ask them? Let us know ⬇️
WATCH LIVE from 7pm SA time (7:30pm AEDT) on 6 News: youtube.com/@6NewsAU
What would you ask them? Let us know ⬇️
WATCH LIVE from 7pm SA time (7:30pm AEDT) on 6 News: youtube.com/@6NewsAU
March 18, 2025 at 9:39 AM
TOMORROW NIGHT: Four key South Australian candidates running in the Senate debate major issues and answer the big questions
What would you ask them? Let us know ⬇️
WATCH LIVE from 7pm SA time (7:30pm AEDT) on 6 News: youtube.com/@6NewsAU
What would you ask them? Let us know ⬇️
WATCH LIVE from 7pm SA time (7:30pm AEDT) on 6 News: youtube.com/@6NewsAU
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This weekend, we helped provide food to over 500 people—because when times are tough, communities step up. Many people told us they’re struggling, not just from lost work hours after the cyclone, but also from losing power and the food in their fridges.
Welcome aboard!
Independent Candidate for Dickson. Together we can build a better Dickson.
www.elliesmith.com.au
March 16, 2025 at 7:53 AM
This weekend, we helped provide food to over 500 people—because when times are tough, communities step up. Many people told us they’re struggling, not just from lost work hours after the cyclone, but also from losing power and the food in their fridges.
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Behind the scenes, day in the life of a Community Independent candidate. Zoom call on top of the camp fridge. #claire4casey #claireFM
March 8, 2025 at 7:49 AM
Behind the scenes, day in the life of a Community Independent candidate. Zoom call on top of the camp fridge. #claire4casey #claireFM
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The ABC is doing emergency broadcasts on radio through the ABC Listen app. Brisbane and Queensland peeps, please take a look.
March 7, 2025 at 10:27 AM
The ABC is doing emergency broadcasts on radio through the ABC Listen app. Brisbane and Queensland peeps, please take a look.
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Let's put people before politics. You are invited to the Independent Candidate Launch
Please join us on Monday 10th February from 5:30pm at the Darwin Bowls and Social Club, 8 Conacher St, Fannie Bay.
Please join us on Monday 10th February from 5:30pm at the Darwin Bowls and Social Club, 8 Conacher St, Fannie Bay.
February 2, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Let's put people before politics. You are invited to the Independent Candidate Launch
Please join us on Monday 10th February from 5:30pm at the Darwin Bowls and Social Club, 8 Conacher St, Fannie Bay.
Please join us on Monday 10th February from 5:30pm at the Darwin Bowls and Social Club, 8 Conacher St, Fannie Bay.
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Happy New Year, Riverina!
It’s time for fresh leadership and a stronger future.
I’m Jenny Rolfe, and I’m running for the seat of Riverina in the next Federal election. This is the year we make real change together. Let’s build a prosperous future for our community.
www.jennyrolfe.com.au/
It’s time for fresh leadership and a stronger future.
I’m Jenny Rolfe, and I’m running for the seat of Riverina in the next Federal election. This is the year we make real change together. Let’s build a prosperous future for our community.
www.jennyrolfe.com.au/
December 31, 2024 at 8:56 AM
Happy New Year, Riverina!
It’s time for fresh leadership and a stronger future.
I’m Jenny Rolfe, and I’m running for the seat of Riverina in the next Federal election. This is the year we make real change together. Let’s build a prosperous future for our community.
www.jennyrolfe.com.au/
It’s time for fresh leadership and a stronger future.
I’m Jenny Rolfe, and I’m running for the seat of Riverina in the next Federal election. This is the year we make real change together. Let’s build a prosperous future for our community.
www.jennyrolfe.com.au/
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Another #SaveBulgaForest lock on story, by Helen Kvelde, 73.
January 9, 2025 at 6:58 AM
Another #SaveBulgaForest lock on story, by Helen Kvelde, 73.
Community supported independent candidate for Fairfax QLD, Francine Wigg, announced.
“The people of Fairfax need a sense of hope. I will be a genuine advocate for the community, listening to locals and acting with integrity.”
www.sunshinecoastnews.com.au/2024/12/20/i... #auspol #FairfaxMatters
“The people of Fairfax need a sense of hope. I will be a genuine advocate for the community, listening to locals and acting with integrity.”
www.sunshinecoastnews.com.au/2024/12/20/i... #auspol #FairfaxMatters
Independent candidate announced for federal election
A small business owner with a background in law is set to contest a seat on the Sunshine Coast at next year’s federal election. Francine Wiig will run for the electorate of Fairfax, which has been rep...
www.sunshinecoastnews.com.au
December 20, 2024 at 7:53 PM
Community supported independent candidate for Fairfax QLD, Francine Wigg, announced.
“The people of Fairfax need a sense of hope. I will be a genuine advocate for the community, listening to locals and acting with integrity.”
www.sunshinecoastnews.com.au/2024/12/20/i... #auspol #FairfaxMatters
“The people of Fairfax need a sense of hope. I will be a genuine advocate for the community, listening to locals and acting with integrity.”
www.sunshinecoastnews.com.au/2024/12/20/i... #auspol #FairfaxMatters
Community supported independent candidate for Fisher QLD Kerryn Jones announced!
“As an independent, I’m free to put our community first – not party politics or vested interests. My only loyalty will be to the people of Fisher.” #auspol #FisherVotes
www.sunshinecoastnews.com.au/2024/12/18/f...
“As an independent, I’m free to put our community first – not party politics or vested interests. My only loyalty will be to the people of Fisher.” #auspol #FisherVotes
www.sunshinecoastnews.com.au/2024/12/18/f...
Former councillor to run as independent in election
A former Sunshine Coast councillor will run as an independent candidate for the electorate of Fisher in next year’s federal election. Keryn Jones, whose background includes running a family business i...
www.sunshinecoastnews.com.au
December 20, 2024 at 9:07 AM
Community supported independent candidate for Fisher QLD Kerryn Jones announced!
“As an independent, I’m free to put our community first – not party politics or vested interests. My only loyalty will be to the people of Fisher.” #auspol #FisherVotes
www.sunshinecoastnews.com.au/2024/12/18/f...
“As an independent, I’m free to put our community first – not party politics or vested interests. My only loyalty will be to the people of Fisher.” #auspol #FisherVotes
www.sunshinecoastnews.com.au/2024/12/18/f...
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Let’s keep these conversations going — because together, we can create a stronger, more connected future for Forrest.
#auspol
#thinkbig
#forrestvotes
#blueskythinking
#auspol
#thinkbig
#forrestvotes
#blueskythinking
December 19, 2024 at 10:38 AM
Let’s keep these conversations going — because together, we can create a stronger, more connected future for Forrest.
#auspol
#thinkbig
#forrestvotes
#blueskythinking
#auspol
#thinkbig
#forrestvotes
#blueskythinking
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www.indailysa.com.au/news/just-in... Dr Verity Cooper announces as the community supported (not teal 😳)candidate for Sturt, SA #auspol
Teal independent joins crowded race for Sturt
A former Greens member will run as a Teal independent candidate in the federal seat of Sturt in a four-way race for the marginal electorate.
www.indailysa.com.au
December 17, 2024 at 3:34 AM
www.indailysa.com.au/news/just-in... Dr Verity Cooper announces as the community supported (not teal 😳)candidate for Sturt, SA #auspol
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Yes! Fairfax Matters is announcing their candidate tomorrow! See details here www.fairfaxmatters.org/events
Events
Fairfax Matters is a grassroots community movement focused on empowering the residents of the Fairfax electorate on the Sunshine Coast. We aim to engage locals in meaningful conversations, identify ke...
www.fairfaxmatters.org
December 17, 2024 at 9:59 AM
Yes! Fairfax Matters is announcing their candidate tomorrow! See details here www.fairfaxmatters.org/events