Helenkinn
@helenkinn.bsky.social
Many strands: art, literature, nature, family, QLDer, #Auspol, occasional activism (renewables, elections, Voice referendum), politically Labor, though I live green. Gardening, frog tragic. Twitter refugee hope Bsky will boom post US election.
Australia needs new environment laws and an EPA - this was blocked by the Greens and Coalition in the last Parliament - please email your senators via this link asking them to support it this time. alp.org.au/epa-now?utm_... #Auspol #Environment
Tell the senate we need a Federal Environmental Pr
Add your name and send an email to the Senate crossbench
alp.org.au
October 15, 2025 at 3:55 AM
Australia needs new environment laws and an EPA - this was blocked by the Greens and Coalition in the last Parliament - please email your senators via this link asking them to support it this time. alp.org.au/epa-now?utm_... #Auspol #Environment
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What a ride. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09...
Writing the book on Robodebt drove Rick Morton mad. Now it's won him $80k
Journalist Rick Morton didn't want to write a book about Robodebt. Now that book, Mean Streak, has won the Prime Minister's Literary Award for non-fiction.
www.abc.net.au
September 29, 2025 at 10:25 AM
What a ride. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09...
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A 100% Renewable Pacific, Regional Planning embedded in Environment Laws, the profound influence of Australia's solar and battery households within the energy transition - just some of the big ideas, discussions and insights at Smart Energy Queensland.
#solar #wind #storage #renewableenergy
#solar #wind #storage #renewableenergy
September 9, 2025 at 4:15 AM
A 100% Renewable Pacific, Regional Planning embedded in Environment Laws, the profound influence of Australia's solar and battery households within the energy transition - just some of the big ideas, discussions and insights at Smart Energy Queensland.
#solar #wind #storage #renewableenergy
#solar #wind #storage #renewableenergy
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Even seen from Australia, this result is a relief: www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
Wisconsin supreme court race: liberal Susan Crawford beats Musk-backed candidate
Liberal judge says victory is against ‘unprecedented attack on our democracy’ after defeating Brad Schimel in the most expensive judicial election in US history
www.theguardian.com
April 2, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Even seen from Australia, this result is a relief: www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
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NEW RELEASE: Liberal Lies Collector Card #4
"The renewables-only grid plan is ... 😱"
The truth is... no one is doing that!
🔄 Repost to share the truth
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#auspol #factcheck
"The renewables-only grid plan is ... 😱"
The truth is... no one is doing that!
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#auspol #factcheck
February 7, 2025 at 10:54 AM
NEW RELEASE: Liberal Lies Collector Card #4
"The renewables-only grid plan is ... 😱"
The truth is... no one is doing that!
🔄 Repost to share the truth
💾 Save now to quickly share it elsewhere
👇 See the thread for extra details and previous cards
➕ Follow for more!
#auspol #factcheck
"The renewables-only grid plan is ... 😱"
The truth is... no one is doing that!
🔄 Repost to share the truth
💾 Save now to quickly share it elsewhere
👇 See the thread for extra details and previous cards
➕ Follow for more!
#auspol #factcheck
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‘The latest reported cost blow-out for the UK’s proposed Sizewell C nuclear plant further underlines that the Coalition’s proposal to bring #nuclear power to Australia is unrealistic.’
Well that’s inconvenient, Mr Dutton.
#auspol #AusVotes25 #DontRiskDutton
ieefa.org/resources/ne...
Well that’s inconvenient, Mr Dutton.
#auspol #AusVotes25 #DontRiskDutton
ieefa.org/resources/ne...
New UK data sends nuclear warning for Australia
The latest reported cost blow-out for the UK’s proposed Sizewell C nuclear plant further underlines that the Coalition’s proposal to bring nuclear power to Australia is unrealistic.
ieefa.org
February 9, 2025 at 9:54 PM
‘The latest reported cost blow-out for the UK’s proposed Sizewell C nuclear plant further underlines that the Coalition’s proposal to bring #nuclear power to Australia is unrealistic.’
Well that’s inconvenient, Mr Dutton.
#auspol #AusVotes25 #DontRiskDutton
ieefa.org/resources/ne...
Well that’s inconvenient, Mr Dutton.
#auspol #AusVotes25 #DontRiskDutton
ieefa.org/resources/ne...
Excellent news - we need to do something about news deserts as this is how disinfo flourishes.
Local and community news plays a huge role in our diverse and inclusive news media sector.
The Albanese Labor Government is investing $15 million in crucial funding to bolster public interest journalism which is so vital to Australian society and democracy.
The Albanese Labor Government is investing $15 million in crucial funding to bolster public interest journalism which is so vital to Australian society and democracy.
February 9, 2025 at 3:52 AM
Excellent news - we need to do something about news deserts as this is how disinfo flourishes.
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Gerry Connolly: "It is a matter for Congress to deal with, not an unelected billionaire oligarchy named Elon Musk. And Elon, if you want to run USAID, get nominated by Trump and go to the Senate and good luck in getting confirmed."
February 3, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Gerry Connolly: "It is a matter for Congress to deal with, not an unelected billionaire oligarchy named Elon Musk. And Elon, if you want to run USAID, get nominated by Trump and go to the Senate and good luck in getting confirmed."
Care about the next federal election in Australia? Spread the word friends.
February 3, 2025 at 9:14 PM
Care about the next federal election in Australia? Spread the word friends.
Just by the way... this is educational. #Xodus www.youtube.com/watch?v=4y40...
Elon Musk: Everything You Didn't Know About His Sh*tty Past
YouTube video by Hysteria
www.youtube.com
January 22, 2025 at 5:58 AM
Just by the way... this is educational. #Xodus www.youtube.com/watch?v=4y40...
We need more education for the whole of society in the areas of #MediaLiteracy and #Disinformation awareness.
January 19, 2025 at 1:16 PM
We need more education for the whole of society in the areas of #MediaLiteracy and #Disinformation awareness.
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Trump and Musk have launched a new class war. In the UK, we must prepare to defend ourselves | George Monbiot
Trump and Musk have launched a new class war. In the UK, we must prepare to defend ourselves | George Monbiot
Across the world, societies are reverting to oligarchies. How to resist? Fight for democracy with all we’ve got
Seldom in recent history has class war been waged so blatantly. Generally, billionaires and hectomillionaires employ concierges to attack the…
www.theguardian.com
January 19, 2025 at 12:49 PM
Trump and Musk have launched a new class war. In the UK, we must prepare to defend ourselves | George Monbiot
Quite a metaphor - platforms spreading disinfo and discord likened to the sewers of London during cholera outbreaks of yore. He says we need practical action to clean up the system. #disinformation
Hope: A shared responsibility https://johnmenadue.com/hope-a-shared-responsibility/ #auspol
Hope: A shared responsibility - Pearls and Irritations
In uncertain times, hope can feel fragile, but it remains essential. It’s up to the adults in the room to foster resilience and take practical steps to inspire and support future generations.
johnmenadue.com
January 13, 2025 at 5:23 AM
Quite a metaphor - platforms spreading disinfo and discord likened to the sewers of London during cholera outbreaks of yore. He says we need practical action to clean up the system. #disinformation
Today I said goodbye to Twitter / X. Was intending to do so anyway after collecting my contacts, but this article brought it forward. #Xodus
www.brisbanetimes.com.au/world/north-...
www.brisbanetimes.com.au/world/north-...
Elon Musk blames female firefighters of colour for LA fires
As Los Angeles burns, the man with the ear of the new president is helping spread false claims and racist ideas for political outrage.
www.brisbanetimes.com.au
January 13, 2025 at 5:03 AM
Today I said goodbye to Twitter / X. Was intending to do so anyway after collecting my contacts, but this article brought it forward. #Xodus
www.brisbanetimes.com.au/world/north-...
www.brisbanetimes.com.au/world/north-...
Those of us moving to 🦋 in part to escape Musk's X now have another reason to be here, but I do wonder how we can replicate some FB functions: eg groups and events. We need other options. Meta doesn't deserve our business with this attitude. #socialmedia www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
A new era of lies: Mark Zuckerberg has just ushered in an extinction-level event for truth on social media | Chris Stokel-Walker
The Meta boss’s decision to end Facebook and Instagram’s factchecking program has set the stage for a fact-free four years online
www.theguardian.com
January 8, 2025 at 4:27 AM
Those of us moving to 🦋 in part to escape Musk's X now have another reason to be here, but I do wonder how we can replicate some FB functions: eg groups and events. We need other options. Meta doesn't deserve our business with this attitude. #socialmedia www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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Mark Zuckerberg scrapped fact-checking from Meta platforms. He's also added Trump ally Dana White to Meta's board and is helping fund his inauguration.
Why is Zuckerberg kissing Trump's ring?
Perhaps it's because of the FTC's antitrust lawsuit against Meta.
Follow the money.
Why is Zuckerberg kissing Trump's ring?
Perhaps it's because of the FTC's antitrust lawsuit against Meta.
Follow the money.
Meta faces April trial in FTC case seeking to unwind Instagram merger
Facebook owner Meta Platforms will face trial in April over the U.S. Federal Trade Commission's allegations that the social media platform bought Instagram and WhatsApp to crush emerging competition, a judge in Washington said on Monday.
www.reuters.com
January 7, 2025 at 7:37 PM
Mark Zuckerberg scrapped fact-checking from Meta platforms. He's also added Trump ally Dana White to Meta's board and is helping fund his inauguration.
Why is Zuckerberg kissing Trump's ring?
Perhaps it's because of the FTC's antitrust lawsuit against Meta.
Follow the money.
Why is Zuckerberg kissing Trump's ring?
Perhaps it's because of the FTC's antitrust lawsuit against Meta.
Follow the money.
@vanbadham.bsky.social in @australia.theguardian.com gives Elon the dressing down he deserves #punksnotdead #Elonsucks: www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
They say Musk has turned the GOP into the new punk rock but I say never mind the bollocks | Van Badham
If there’s an escape from the omnipresence of Elon Musk it’s this: throw your phone in the sea, sing and dance, and stay out all night
www.theguardian.com
January 6, 2025 at 9:51 PM
@vanbadham.bsky.social in @australia.theguardian.com gives Elon the dressing down he deserves #punksnotdead #Elonsucks: www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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Interesting footage of Gina Rinehart having lunch on the down low with Pauline Hanson.
Guess funding won’t be a problem for ON at all 🙄
www.facebook.com/groups/76042...
Guess funding won’t be a problem for ON at all 🙄
www.facebook.com/groups/76042...
Australian Federal Election 2025 News & Discussion | Gina & Pauline spotted celebrating a Happy New Year together in Thailand( | Facebook
Gina & Pauline spotted celebrating a Happy New Year together in Thailand(?).
What do you think they're discussing?
Did Pauline fly economy?
Will there be gifts to declare?
www.facebook.com
January 6, 2025 at 12:44 AM
Interesting footage of Gina Rinehart having lunch on the down low with Pauline Hanson.
Guess funding won’t be a problem for ON at all 🙄
www.facebook.com/groups/76042...
Guess funding won’t be a problem for ON at all 🙄
www.facebook.com/groups/76042...
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Another reason to ditch dead bird place & stringy photo place !! C’mon over to 🦋
January 5, 2025 at 12:51 PM
Another reason to ditch dead bird place & stringy photo place !! C’mon over to 🦋