More shearwaters are washing up dead on Australian beaches. It’s not due to ‘natural’ causes
https://theconversation.com/more-shearwaters-are-washing-up-dead-on-australian-beaches-its-not-due-to-natural-causes-242768
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Asphalt is everywhere, but is it bad for our health? https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-04-asphalt-bad-health.html
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Talking ourselves into inequality: the new fuel ads, the NDIS and "social cohesion" show how neoliberalism has colonised our tongues
Under the pressure of decades of right wing culture wars—which have run parallel to cross party support for neoliberalism—the traditional vocabulary of welfare, redistribution, egalitarianism, and class has not just fallen out of fashion; it has been demonised.
- Tim Dunlop
https://thepoint.com.au/opinions/260423-talking-ourselves-into-inequality-the-new-fuel-ads-the-ndis-and-social-cohesion-show-how-neoliberalism-has-colonised-our-tongues
Under the pressure of decades of right wing culture wars—which have run parallel to cross party support for neoliberalism—the traditional vocabulary of welfare, redistribution, egalitarianism, and class has not just fallen out of fashion; it has been demonised.
- Tim Dunlop
https://thepoint.com.au/opinions/260423-talking-ourselves-into-inequality-the-new-fuel-ads-the-ndis-and-social-cohesion-show-how-neoliberalism-has-colonised-our-tongues
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Governments failed to deliver $160m of river improvements including for now-parched NSW wetlands, report finds
NSW and Queensland governments ‘severely underdelivered’ on promised infrastructure to improve water flows, independent review finds
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/apr/23/governments-failed-to-deliver-160m-of-river-improvements-including-for-now-parched-nsw-wetlands-report-finds
NSW and Queensland governments ‘severely underdelivered’ on promised infrastructure to improve water flows, independent review finds
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/apr/23/governments-failed-to-deliver-160m-of-river-improvements-including-for-now-parched-nsw-wetlands-report-finds
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‘Kraken-like’ giant octopuses 100m years ago crunched bones of prey
Study of fossilised beaks shows patterns of wear and suggests some ancient species were up to 19 metres long
https://www.theguardian.com/science/2026/apr/23/kraken-like-giant-octopuses-crunched-cretaceous-bones
Study of fossilised beaks shows patterns of wear and suggests some ancient species were up to 19 metres long
https://www.theguardian.com/science/2026/apr/23/kraken-like-giant-octopuses-crunched-cretaceous-bones
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Uganda's Python Cave reveals how a Marburg virus outbreak could begin https://phys.org/news/2026-04-uganda-python-cave-reveals-marburg.html
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David Pocock calls for complete ban on gambling advertising, slamming 'vested interests' and Labor's half measures https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/david-pocock-slams-vested-interests-in-gambling-reform-proposal/106594108
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John Holmes
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
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3d ago
Actually long past time:
Foreign companies are making billions off Australia’s gas. It’s time that changed
https://theconversation.com/foreign-companies-are-making-billions-off-australias-gas-its-time-that-changed-281010
Foreign companies are making billions off Australia’s gas. It’s time that changed
https://theconversation.com/foreign-companies-are-making-billions-off-australias-gas-its-time-that-changed-281010
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John Holmes
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
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John Holmes
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3d ago
VIC: While other states and territories are ramping up serious deer control, Victoria is falling behind. And our wildlife is paying the price.
Tell your elected reps it's time to act on feral deer.
https://vnpa.org.au/action-stop-protecting-feral-deer/
Tell your elected reps it's time to act on feral deer.
https://vnpa.org.au/action-stop-protecting-feral-deer/
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John Holmes
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
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John Holmes
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
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3d ago
Deadly box jellyfish swarm recorded off Pilbara coast.
Thought to be a new species. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/deadly-box-jellyfish-sighting-prompts-warning/106582882
Thought to be a new species. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/deadly-box-jellyfish-sighting-prompts-warning/106582882
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John Holmes
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
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John Holmes
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Coral reefs are secretly connected across vast oceans – and that’s crucial for their survival
https://theconversation.com/coral-reefs-are-secretly-connected-across-vast-oceans-and-thats-crucial-for-their-survival-278424
https://theconversation.com/coral-reefs-are-secretly-connected-across-vast-oceans-and-thats-crucial-for-their-survival-278424
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John Holmes
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John Holmes
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
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Farmers fear potential mouse plague as CSIRO warns of high numbers for SA https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/mouse-plague-at-seeding-csiro-warns-farmers-south-australia/106557544
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
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John Holmes
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Critically endangered night parrots detected in south-west Queensland https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/critically-endangered-night-parrots-detected-qld-outback/106587514
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
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John Holmes
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
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What 100 years of Australian soil samples in our national archive can tell us about our history and future https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/act-csiro-century-of-australian-soil-stored-national-collection/106589754
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John Holmes
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
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1,000 northern Australian coral reefs charted for the first time https://connectsci.au/news/news-parent/9230/1-000-northern-Australian-coral-reefs-charted-for
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
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John Holmes
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
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3d ago
Wildlife and humans thriving in Unesco-protected sites
While wildlife populations crash globally, research finds designated areas enable recovery of threatened species
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/apr/21/wildlife-humans-thriving-unesco-protected-sites
While wildlife populations crash globally, research finds designated areas enable recovery of threatened species
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/apr/21/wildlife-humans-thriving-unesco-protected-sites
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John Holmes
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
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John Holmes
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
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3d ago
First Robodebt, now NDIS and aged care: how computers still decide who gets care
https://theconversation.com/first-robodebt-now-ndis-and-aged-care-how-computers-still-decide-who-gets-care-280711
https://theconversation.com/first-robodebt-now-ndis-and-aged-care-how-computers-still-decide-who-gets-care-280711
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John Holmes
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
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John Holmes
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
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3d ago
Tinkering with the capital gains tax discount isn’t enough. Here’s why it needs to go
https://theconversation.com/tinkering-with-the-capital-gains-tax-discount-isnt-enough-heres-why-it-needs-to-go-280577
https://theconversation.com/tinkering-with-the-capital-gains-tax-discount-isnt-enough-heres-why-it-needs-to-go-280577
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John Holmes
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3d ago
The end of oil? As fuel shocks cascade, 53 nations gather to plan a fossil fuel phaseout
https://theconversation.com/the-end-of-oil-as-fuel-shocks-cascade-53-nations-gather-to-plan-a-fossil-fuel-phaseout-280263
https://theconversation.com/the-end-of-oil-as-fuel-shocks-cascade-53-nations-gather-to-plan-a-fossil-fuel-phaseout-280263
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John Holmes
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4d ago
The last Summer of climate disasters shows Australia still isn’t ready. It's time for a climate disaster levy
As state, territory and local governments face increasingly constrained budgets and mounting deficits, the need for greater investment across all facets of disaster risk reduction, response and recovery is growing. Remember the outcry from volunteer firefighters about 30-year-old fire trucks? This is just the tip of a growing iceberg.
| Greg Mullins
https://thepoint.com.au/opinions/260418-australias-disaster-response-isnt-fit-for-purpose-as-the-world-heats-up-its-time-for-a-climate-disaster-levy-on-fossil-fuel-exports-to-fix-it
As state, territory and local governments face increasingly constrained budgets and mounting deficits, the need for greater investment across all facets of disaster risk reduction, response and recovery is growing. Remember the outcry from volunteer firefighters about 30-year-old fire trucks? This is just the tip of a growing iceberg.
| Greg Mullins
https://thepoint.com.au/opinions/260418-australias-disaster-response-isnt-fit-for-purpose-as-the-world-heats-up-its-time-for-a-climate-disaster-levy-on-fossil-fuel-exports-to-fix-it
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John Holmes
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
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5d ago
Fight over taxes intensifies as Chevron's Gorgon project expansion plan approved https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-20/gas-tax-inquiry-chevron-gorgon-approved/106575550
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aus.social
John Holmes
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
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6d ago
Kimberley diphtheria rates more than triple in a month after 50-year eradication https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-19/kimberley-diphtheria-diagnosis-rates-raise-northern-wa/106571924
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
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John Holmes
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
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6d ago
These Indigenous women want more mob working on the Great Barrier Reef
As the wonder of the natural world becomes increasingly at risk from climate change, Indigenous guides and scientists are trying to protect it.
https://www.sbs.com.au/nitv/article/these-women-are-forging-a-path-for-mob-working-on-the-great-barrier-reef/jwsz785pc
As the wonder of the natural world becomes increasingly at risk from climate change, Indigenous guides and scientists are trying to protect it.
https://www.sbs.com.au/nitv/article/these-women-are-forging-a-path-for-mob-working-on-the-great-barrier-reef/jwsz785pc
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John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
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John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
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Apr 16, 2026
Critical Atlantic current significantly more likely to collapse than thought
Scientists say finding is ‘very concerning’ as collapse would be catastrophic for Europe, Africa and the Americas
#ClimateCrisis
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/apr/15/critical-atlantic-current-significantly-more-likely-to-collapse-than-thought
Scientists say finding is ‘very concerning’ as collapse would be catastrophic for Europe, Africa and the Americas
#ClimateCrisis
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/apr/15/critical-atlantic-current-significantly-more-likely-to-collapse-than-thought
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
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John Holmes
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
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Apr 16, 2026
Australia’s aged care algorithm is under fire. The way Australians are assessed for home-based aged-care funding is being investigated by the Commonwealth ombudsman.
https://theconversation.com/australias-aged-care-algorithm-is-under-fire-at-last-someones-listening-280712
https://theconversation.com/australias-aged-care-algorithm-is-under-fire-at-last-someones-listening-280712
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
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John Holmes
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
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Apr 16, 2026
The secret sensory life of plants: researchers are discovering how they see, hear, feel – and even remember
https://theconversation.com/the-secret-sensory-life-of-plants-researchers-are-discovering-how-they-see-hear-feel-and-even-remember-277076
https://theconversation.com/the-secret-sensory-life-of-plants-researchers-are-discovering-how-they-see-hear-feel-and-even-remember-277076
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John Holmes
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
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John Holmes
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
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Apr 16, 2026
Mount Macedon Memorial Cross: Snow gum forest to be bulldozed for view lines ahead of Anzac Day https://www.theage.com.au/environment/conservation/lest-we-forget-parks-victoria-to-clear-vulnerable-trees-for-war-memorial-20260414-p5znr9.html
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John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
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Apr 15, 2026
Defund, don’t debate – the playbook for silencing dissent
The closure of the Grace Tame Foundation exposes a troubling pattern – dissent isn’t debated, it is defunded through pressure applied behind the scenes. https://johnmenadue.com/post/2026/04/defund-dont-debate-the-playbook-for-silencing-dissent/
The closure of the Grace Tame Foundation exposes a troubling pattern – dissent isn’t debated, it is defunded through pressure applied behind the scenes. https://johnmenadue.com/post/2026/04/defund-dont-debate-the-playbook-for-silencing-dissent/
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John Holmes
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
John Holmes
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
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Apr 15, 2026
Strait of Hormuz blockade could turn into global agrifood crisis https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-15/strait-of-hormuz-blockade-could-turn-into-global-agrifood-crisis/106566496
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@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
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Apr 14, 2026
A new fruit wash removes pesticides and extends shelf life https://phys.org/news/2026-04-fruit-pesticides-shelf-life.html
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
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John Holmes
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
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Apr 14, 2026
Abbott should move the institute to Moscow and see what his kiss of death can do for Putin.
https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/apr/13/tony-abbott-labels-viktor-orban-trump-with-brains-as-future-of-budapest-thinktank-linked-to-former-pm-in-doubt
https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/apr/13/tony-abbott-labels-viktor-orban-trump-with-brains-as-future-of-budapest-thinktank-linked-to-former-pm-in-doubt
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
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John Holmes
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
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Apr 12, 2026
‘Everything is gone’: Israel destroys entire villages in Lebanon
Rights groups fear tactic of ‘domicide’ trialled in Gaza, where entire areas are made uninhabitable, is being used again
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/apr/12/how-israeli-offensive-destroyed-entire-villages-in-lebanon
Rights groups fear tactic of ‘domicide’ trialled in Gaza, where entire areas are made uninhabitable, is being used again
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/apr/12/how-israeli-offensive-destroyed-entire-villages-in-lebanon
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
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John Holmes
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
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Apr 10, 2026
Thanks to Artemis II humanity has returned to the moon in person! Is this good? Nobody can say
First Dog on the Moon
It is actually a bit shit on the moon (THE MOON)
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/picture/2026/apr/10/thanks-to-artemis-ii-humanity-has-returned-to-the-moon-in-person-is-this-good-nobody-can-say
First Dog on the Moon
It is actually a bit shit on the moon (THE MOON)
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/picture/2026/apr/10/thanks-to-artemis-ii-humanity-has-returned-to-the-moon-in-person-is-this-good-nobody-can-say
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
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John Holmes
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On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
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Apr 04, 2026
Is Australia’s university empire losing global appeal?
A generation ago studying in Australia opened doors. Today, rising costs and falling satisfaction are making international students think twice, and locals feel sidelined.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-05/university-education-international-students-losing-reputation/106527604
A generation ago studying in Australia opened doors. Today, rising costs and falling satisfaction are making international students think twice, and locals feel sidelined.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-05/university-education-international-students-losing-reputation/106527604
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John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
@jhaue@aus.social
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Apr 04, 2026
Allies are learning the cost of relying on the US.
US alliances are exposing partner nations to conflict without giving them control over decisions. From the Gulf to Australia, the risks of strategic dependence are becoming clearer.
https://johnmenadue.com/post/2026/04/allies-are-learning-the-cost-of-relying-on-the-us/
US alliances are exposing partner nations to conflict without giving them control over decisions. From the Gulf to Australia, the risks of strategic dependence are becoming clearer.
https://johnmenadue.com/post/2026/04/allies-are-learning-the-cost-of-relying-on-the-us/
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John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
@jhaue@aus.social
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Apr 04, 2026
National Press Club under fire for ‘disgraceful’ invitation to Israeli envoy.
The National Press Club is under fire for hosting Israel’s ambassador after cancelling other speakers and remaining largely silent on the killing of journalists in Gaza.
https://johnmenadue.com/post/2026/04/national-press-club-under-fire-for-disgraceful-invitation-to-israeli-envoy/
The National Press Club is under fire for hosting Israel’s ambassador after cancelling other speakers and remaining largely silent on the killing of journalists in Gaza.
https://johnmenadue.com/post/2026/04/national-press-club-under-fire-for-disgraceful-invitation-to-israeli-envoy/
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John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
@jhaue@aus.social
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Mar 25, 2026
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John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
@jhaue@aus.social
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Mar 25, 2026
@stacey_campbell @anne_twain The uptake is accelerating. I think I read 12% of all new car sales in Feb. I bet that will jump to 20%or more with the oil shock.
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John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
@jhaue@aus.social
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Mar 25, 2026
@anne_twain @stacey_campbell We have a BYD Dolphin. It's great!
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John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
@jhaue@aus.social
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Mar 25, 2026
Our interest in electric vehicles has grown due to oil price spikes. And it’s likely to remain
https://theconversation.com/our-interest-in-electric-vehicles-has-grown-due-to-oil-price-spikes-and-its-likely-to-remain-278664
https://theconversation.com/our-interest-in-electric-vehicles-has-grown-due-to-oil-price-spikes-and-its-likely-to-remain-278664
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John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
@jhaue@aus.social
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Mar 24, 2026
As regular Australians struggle, gas companies are making massive profits and paying minimal tax. It is perverse
Rod Sims
Australia’s gas belongs to all of us. The benefits should be shared fairly rather than hoarded by companies that pay some of the lowest taxes in the world
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/mar/24/australian-gas-companies-massive-profits-paying-minimal-tax
Rod Sims
Australia’s gas belongs to all of us. The benefits should be shared fairly rather than hoarded by companies that pay some of the lowest taxes in the world
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/mar/24/australian-gas-companies-massive-profits-paying-minimal-tax
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John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
@jhaue@aus.social
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Mar 24, 2026
These aren’t AI firms, they’re defense contractors. We can’t let them hide behind their models
From Gaza to Iran, the pattern is the same: precision weapons, chosen blindness, and dead children. The cost of failing to regulate AI warfare is already too high
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-interactive/2026/mar/15/ai-defense-warfare-companies?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other
From Gaza to Iran, the pattern is the same: precision weapons, chosen blindness, and dead children. The cost of failing to regulate AI warfare is already too high
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-interactive/2026/mar/15/ai-defense-warfare-companies?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other
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John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
@jhaue@aus.social
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Mar 24, 2026
If One Nation wants to be a serious political player, Barnaby Joyce needs to get his facts straight on the climate crisis.
It’s worth comparing the One Nation MP’s views with those of an expert – the executive director of the International Energy Agency.
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/mar/25/if-one-nation-wants-to-be-a-serious-political-player-barnaby-joyce-needs-to-get-his-facts-straight-on-the-climate-crisis
It’s worth comparing the One Nation MP’s views with those of an expert – the executive director of the International Energy Agency.
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/mar/25/if-one-nation-wants-to-be-a-serious-political-player-barnaby-joyce-needs-to-get-his-facts-straight-on-the-climate-crisis
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John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
@jhaue@aus.social
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Mar 24, 2026
The water demand is excessive. They should have to use waste water or set up their own desal plants:
Australia has set new expectations for AI data centres – they should serve the public https://theconversation.com/australia-has-set-new-expectations-for-ai-data-centres-they-should-serve-the-public-278988
Australia has set new expectations for AI data centres – they should serve the public https://theconversation.com/australia-has-set-new-expectations-for-ai-data-centres-they-should-serve-the-public-278988
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John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
@jhaue@aus.social
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Mar 24, 2026
WMO State of Climate report confirms 2015-25 hottest 11 years on record
Earth’s energy imbalance is highest in 65-year record
The ocean has been absorbing about 18 times the annual human energy use each year for the past two decades
Extreme weather impacts millions and costs billions
https://wmo.int/publication-series/state-of-global-climate/state-of-global-climate-2025
Earth’s energy imbalance is highest in 65-year record
The ocean has been absorbing about 18 times the annual human energy use each year for the past two decades
Extreme weather impacts millions and costs billions
https://wmo.int/publication-series/state-of-global-climate/state-of-global-climate-2025
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John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
@jhaue@aus.social
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Mar 24, 2026
The Comb Jelly 'Brain' Is Far More Complex Than We Ever Realized
https://www.sciencealert.com/the-comb-jelly-brain-is-far-more-complex-than-we-ever-realized
https://www.sciencealert.com/the-comb-jelly-brain-is-far-more-complex-than-we-ever-realized
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John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
@jhaue@aus.social
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Mar 24, 2026
World Meteorological Day: Ocean Heat Breaks Record, Scientists Warn
https://www.sciencealert.com/world-meteorology-day-ocean-heat-breaks-record-scientists-warn
https://www.sciencealert.com/world-meteorology-day-ocean-heat-breaks-record-scientists-warn
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John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
@jhaue@aus.social
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Mar 24, 2026
Australia has dedicated more than 20% of its land to conservation but not where it matters most
https://theconversation.com/australia-has-dedicated-more-than-20-of-its-land-to-conservation-but-not-where-it-matters-most-278543
https://theconversation.com/australia-has-dedicated-more-than-20-of-its-land-to-conservation-but-not-where-it-matters-most-278543
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John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
@jhaue@aus.social
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Mar 24, 2026
Company that built highly criticised BOM website wins $16m contract for new site https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-24/company-in-96m-bom-site-redesign-gets-16m-contract/106478264
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John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
John Holmes
@jhaue@aus.social
On unceded lands of the Kulin Nations. Climate, environment, natural sciences, social justice, democracy, health.
aus.social
@jhaue@aus.social
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Mar 24, 2026
Trump Organization paid for Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate's meals and more during Mar-a-lago stay https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-24/trump-organization-paid-for-tom-tates-meals-in-mar-a-lago/106493404
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