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Friday, 28 July
00:41
Israels Parlament winkt den kontroversesten Teil der ... "IndyWatch Feed Allstate"
Israels Parlament winkt den kontroversesten Teil der "Justizreform" durch.
Demnach kann das Gericht knftig Entscheidungen von Volksvertretern nicht lnger auf deren "Angemessenheit" prfen.Tja. War ein schnes Experiment, mal Demokratie im Nahen Osten zu probieren.
Update: Achtet mal darauf, wie viele Berichte dazu zu erwhnen vergessen, dass Netanjahu gerade wegen Bestechlichkeit, Betrug und Untreue angeklagt ist. Wenn der mit seiner "Justizreform" scheitert, muss er in den Knast.
Ich finde auch bemerkenswert, dass der Mann gestern einen Herzschrittmacher in einer Not-OP eingesetzt kriegen musste. Ein klareres Zeichen von Gott gibt es ja wohl nicht als einen spontanen Herzinfarkt am Tag vor der Abstimmung. Wenn man an sowas glaubt.
Thursday, 27 July
17:54
Rask: Living your best life (FIRE webinar) "IndyWatch Feed Economics.au"
Rask webinar
Great webinar from Owen yesterday, on the concept of Financial
Independence, Retire Early (FIRE).
Check it out here (or click on the image below):
YouTube
16:09
Link "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
Media Release The company joins Bioenergy Australias alliance as a $30 million fund is announced for sustainable aviation fuel development. MELBOURNE: Black & Veatch, a global leader in critical infrastructure solutions, has joined Bioenergy Australia
16:00
Elon Musk: The mad megarich Twitter owner: FLASHBACK 2022 "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
Ever since purchasing Twitter late last year, Elon Musk has puzzled the world with increasingly insane behaviour. Now that he's rebranding the social media platform simply as 'X', it's time to revisit this article by David Donovan, who analysed the madness of Musk.
IN THE PANTHEON of megarich weirdos Zuckerberg, Trump et al one wacky oddball towers above all the rest. His name is Elon Musk and, in case you just woke up from a long coma, he recently bought social media platform Twitter for the tidy sum of US$44 billion (AU$65.7 billion).
And then, with all the grace and good manners of a mentally deranged octopus falling out of a tree, proceeded to attack the value of his asset in a variety of new and unexpected ways. Advertisers and users have been deserting in floods, while regulators and creditors circle this apparently sinking ship.
Meanwhile, Musk has been continuing to make far-reaching decisions about the platform on a daily basis, only to reverse most of them the very next day. And all the while tweeting and tweeting, and tweeting and tweeting increasingly absurd and inane idiocies.
Is he on drugs? Has he entirely lost his mind? Or is he just king of the super wealthy weirdos, doing whatever the hell he wants, as he has always done, as he has always felt entitled to do?
Read on to discover the truth behind this rather strange fellow and his unseemly new dalliance with social media.
WHO IS ELON MUSK?
The first thing to note about Elon Musk is that he is an entirely self-made man...
Just kidding!
Musk, in fact, was born into a super-wealthy Afrikaans/Pennsylvania Dutch/Canadian family in South Africa in 1971 and since then has just gotten richer! He is listed by Forbes magazine and...
13:52
The Bank of England losses are meaningless and should never be used to justify fiscal austerity "IndyWatch Feed Economics.au"
We really get to see how absurd humanity can be when put in a neoliberal ideological straitjacket when we see serious discussion by serious and educated people about the government paying itself back for losses it makes by loaning itself currency that it issues as a monopolist. They conduct these conversations through the lens of
13:06
Prison hulks and river blades: fortress building in the climate-catastrophe era "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
Britain has commissioned a prison hulk to house immigrants, in a cruel re-enactment of history. Meanwhile, Texas Governor Greg Abbott has implemented two strategies to stop immigrants crossing the Rio Grande into America: one is a floating barrier with razor wire and rolling motion that pulls people under the water; the other is an apparent
The post Prison hulks and river blades: fortress building in the climate-catastrophe era appeared first on The AIM Network.
12:50
One country at a time "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
Ghana has abolished the death penalty for ordinary crimes:
Ghana has become the 29th country in Africa to abolish the death penalty in a move hailed by human rights activists.And hopefully that will happen soon. But this takes capital punishment off the table in almost all circumstances, and it is something to be welcomed.The decision means that the 176 people currently on death row, including six women, are likely to have their sentences commuted to life imprisonment.
On Tuesday, Ghanas parliament voted to amend the countrys criminal offences act, removing the use of capital punishment for crimes including murder, genocide, piracy and smuggling.
The death sentence can still be given for acts of high treason, and campaigners cautioned that the countrys constitution would have to change for a complete removal of the penalty.
12:33
More wealth tax trouble for Labour "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
Last month the Greens released their tax policy, pushing for a wealth tax to end poverty. Today, Te Pti Mori followed suit, releasing an even more progressive proposal:
Te Pti Mori released its tax policy on Thursday, going into Octobers election. It joined the Green Partys call for a tax-free income threshold and a wealth tax but Te Pti Mori went a step further.There's some magical thinking in Te Pti Mori's proposal, in the line about getting $7 billion in tax by funding the SFO to crack down on fraud. Its not that there's nothing there to be gained, or that massively increased SFO or IRD funding won't help cut criminal evasion, but it just sounds awfully like the infinite money the right thinks it can get from "reducing waste".Te Pti Mori pushed for a range of new taxes, targeting landowners, the rich and the profits of foreign corporates. And, as Stuff revealed earlier, it included an income tax-free bracket up to $30,000, offset by higher taxes on higher incomes.
Waititi positioned the policy as a Robinhood-style reimagining of the tax system.
This is clearly going to mean coalition pain for Labour if they're in a position to form a government post-election. They're going to have to accept some form of wealth taxation and an increase in progressivity, or else try and form a coalition with National or ACT. Though as both of those parties seem closer to Labour's preferred position ATM, maybe they'll do that rather than work with their allies.
12:30
Overseas affairs with corruption: Peter Duttons latest hits "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
Yet another bribery scandal pointing to maladministration of the Home Affairs portfolio by then-Minister Peter Dutton has emerged. Dave Donovan and Michelle Pini take a closer look at the murky details.
DISTURBING REVELATIONS about corruption in Australias offshore detention centres have again highlighted the dismal, broken state of Australias immigration system.
According to an investigation by the Sydney Morning Heralds Michael Bachelard and Nick McKenzie, in 2018, then-Home Affairs Minister Peter Dutton awarded a multi-million dollar offshore detention contract to an Australian businessman, despite the Federal Police advising him that this man, Mozammil Bhojani, was under investigation for $100,000 worth of bribery.
11:23
Degenerate, Decline and Distort "IndyWatch Feed Economics.au"
From a 40-year period of falling interest rates and rising asset pricesit is moving towards a long trend of higher real rates and lower real asset prices. Most likely, the movements will be distorted by inflation. That is, the dollar is likely to decline in value making the actual price trends hard to decipher.
Meanwhile, the great Empire rolls overdegenerates, declinesthe genders get reassignedthe pronouns get scrambledreparations get passed out, or notthe deficits get biggergrowth gets weakerfree speech is suppressedthe military/industrial/spook/university/pharmaceutical/medical/press complex gets richerthe middle class gets poorerthe new digital money replaces the dollarthe Federal government goes brokeand everything is distorted by fraudulent money and the fake media.
But wait. Its not that simple!
Familiar faces
Yesterday, Guy came over to dig a trench for an electric line for a new apartment.
Guy is short, muscular, tanned.in his 60s. Weve known him for at least a quarter of a century. But weve never seen him without a small cigar in his mouth and a slightly rakish look.
Bonjour Monsieur Bonner, he greets us rather formally.
But when he sees Elizabeth, his arms stretch out. He embraces her and addresses her with the informal tuwhich is shockingly familiar.
You are looking as mignone as ever, he continues, giving her a big hug.
You might need to get your eyes checked, Elizabeth was quick with a comeback.
There is always a bit of flirtiness in the French countryside. Perhaps it comes from the lack of other distractions. Without it, men feel less manlyand women are disappointed.
As for todays non-binary farmhandswe dont know how they roll.
Were here in France where weve spent summers for the last 28 years. According to the news, southern Europe is roasting. But here in central France, we wear sweatersit is rainy and chilly. Do reports on the summer weather patterns give us an accurate view? Or do they distort it?
We live in a house that was once the centre of a large farm. The house is bigif a bit ramshackle. And there are many outbuildings that once served as barns, workshops, storage areas, living quarters, stables, poultry houses, a bakery everything that a farm community needed in the 19th century. Once there were many families living here. Now there is only ours. And our family too has been greatly reduced. The children have grown up. They have their own careers and children of their own. And our aged relatives who lived with us have passed away.
A confusing mix of signals
Often, Elizabeth and your editor are here alone dwarfed by history, the house itself and its surroundings. But in the summer, we encourage the whole family to come for a vacation. And...
11:23
Gear Up for a Hot August! "IndyWatch Feed Economics.au"
If you think the worlds chaotic already, wait till next month.
It mightnt feel like it here in Australia. Maybe the unseasonably cold winter is keeping things under the lid.
Yes, therere increasing tensions here with The Voice campaigns.
But by global standards, its been quite civil. Its a sharp contrast to the open conflict in Ukraine, France, the Netherlands and other parts of the world.
For our sake, I hope things here wont get worse. It feels like society is hanging by a thread everywhere. It only takes something small to plunge everything into disarray.
Anger simmers and dissatisfaction boils over
Theres no denying the quickening pace at which events are developing.
I cant say it enough to hone in on the point.
Think about the latest civil unrest in France and the Netherlands over their Governments policies to impose further hardship upon their people.
In the case of France, it was about raising the retirement age.
Meanwhile in the Netherlands, it was about limiting the use of fertilisers that would threaten the livelihood of farmers. And disagreement between the parties in the coalition government over immigration limits became the final straw that caused its collapse.
Tensions boiled over in these countries, to the point where its made the headlines. Similar things are happening in the US, UK, Germany, Italy, and elsewhere. Its clear that the people are divided, and both proponents and opponents are willing to march and show their disapproval.
For many years, most Western governments have run massive budget deficits. This is driven by an ageing population, a service-based economy rather than one based on manufacturing, more government handouts (especially during the Wuhan virus outbreak), and politicians promising more benefits to secure the peoples votes. Consequently, the government increased taxes on businesses and households to make ends meet.
A hot-button issue has been the impact of man-made activities on the environment and climate. Proponents argue that certain choices we make as a society could devastate future generations. This has led to proposals to alter our lifestyle, some of which include significant spending to develop new technologies like renewable energy, battery technology and smart meters. And as youd expect, these are often subsidised by governments with taxpayers bearing the burden.
From a philosophical perspective, these policies sound reasonable, as its for the greater good. Everyone should theoretically do their part to make the world a better place.
So why the pushback from the people?
...10:15
Data from National Road Safety Data Hub "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
Response by
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and
Communications to Will
Tregoning on .
Partially successful.
Hi Daniel thanks for
this. I have reviewed the data against the National Crash Data
dashboard and they do not appear to match. It seems that either
t...
10:11
Drawn "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
A ballot for three Member's Bills was held today, and the following bills were drawn:
- Pae Ora (Healthy Futures) (Provision of Breast Cancer Screening Services) Amendment Bill (Shane Reti)
- New Zealand Bill of Rights (Right to Lawfully Acquired Property) Amendment Bill (Barbara Kuriger)
- District Court (Protecting Judgment Debtors on Main Benefit) Amendment Bill (Anahila Kanongataa)
So it looks like ACT's propertarian radicalism is back, now being pushed by National. Which shows you how far right they've come in the last decade. And unfortunately the bill will be voted on by the next Parliament, which might have an ACT-National majority. Ugh.
There were 70 bills in the ballot, which is a pretty healthy number.
08:15
In which it's a full to overflowing day with Killer, the grave Sexton, and the Bro, but first an apology ... "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
Quick rewind.
Yesterday the pond ducked, weaved, dodged and refused to go there with Dame Slap.
At the time the pond felt a little guilty. Somebody's got to get down into the reptile cesspit and muck out. The pond was then mortified to discover that Charlie Lewis had done just that in Crikey, with Chewing on John Howards preferred cultural diet, (paywall) and the lede saying it all: "The Australian continues its grand tradition of portraying John Howard as the human expression of mainstream Australia's pre-political soul."
Gaily bedight, this gallant knight, in sunshine and in shadow, journeyed long to seek out the Dame Slap song ...
Opinion columnist Janet Albrechtsen marked John
Howards 84th birthday today by talking of Australias cultural diet
appropriately via the following word salad, which runs for 75
exhausting words without a break.
Even now, nearly 16 years after he lost office, Howards ability to take the national temperature may have something to do with an enduring divide in this country between a small but loud group of cultural dieticians on the one hand, and a much larger group of Australians who dont want to be lectured to by a group of elites who have fashioned themselves as moral guardians force-feeding ordinary folk their preferred cultural diet.
This continues The Australians grand tradition of portraying the former prime minister as the human expression of mainstream Australias pre-political soul. In so doing, the paper offers Howard, and Howard offers the paper, another chance to slam the Indigenous Voice to Parliament.
Even now, nearly 16 years after he lost office, Howards ability to take the national temperature may have something to do with an enduring divide in this country between a small but loud group of cultural dieticians on the one hand, and a much larger group of Australians who dont want to be lectured to by a group of elites who have fashioned themselves as moral guardians force-feeding ordinary folk their preferred cultural diet.
This continues The Australians grand tradition of portraying the former prime minister as the human expression of mainstream Australias pre-political soul. In so doing, the paper offers Howard, and Howard offers the paper, another chance to slam the Indigenous Voice to Parliament.
Shouldnt we just be sitting down talking to each other? Not
about the Voice, not about reparations, not about treaties, but
just talking about how to lift up Aboriginal people, and put them
in the mainstream of the community, finding out ways of doing it,
he says, having arguably just listed three possible ways of lifting
up Aboriginal people.
What really stood out to us in the Crikey bunker was the
characterisation of Howard in opposition to those who have
fashioned themselves as moral guardians force-feeding ordinary folk
their preferred cultural diet. Youd never see Howard doing that.
Except, of course
Charlie proceeded to offer some examples, a modest selection
from a vast range provided by this ancient relic, now full blown
irrelevant detritus, kicked out of his seat as well as being kicked
out of government because everybody was well past being over him.
The pond won't quote them all - those who can bypass the paywall
can read the full piece, but at least a taster ...
...In 2004, Howard decided that his preferred cultural
die...
08:00
Red Hotel a historic example of the war on journalistic truth "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
Details of the disinformation war conducted by Joseph Stalin mirror the modern-day stifling of press freedom in times of war. Jim Kable reviews a fascinating new book by journalist and Russia expert Alan Philps.
WHILE READING The Red Hotel (The Untold Story of Stalins Disinformation War), I was travelling through Viet Nam and Cambodia, pondering over the lies and disinformation fed to a much younger and nave me and everyone else during the American War of the 1960s and 1970s, from jingoistic U.S. propaganda until My Lai and other aspects of the true nature of the U.S. war there began to filter through.
No plucky little South Viet Nam fighting a separate and big bad North, but an imperial U.S., bombing into neighbouring Cambodia and Laos. And Agent Orange, the effects of which are now passed down to third generations.
The War Remnants Museum in Ho Chi Minh City, a visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels and in Cambodia, the mine clearance programs still ongoing across the country - the Killing Fields of the Pol Pot regime; S-21; and the Tuol Sleng Genocide/Torture Centre in Phnom Penh were all directly made possible by the U.S. bombing signed off for by Henry Kissinger and Richard Nixon and written most movingly and recently about by Nick Turse.
Nothing stands alone. Our own experiences, places visited, books read and the people affecting, causing or commenting on any of those things all are layers fro...
06:36
The Bible Told Me So "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
By James Moore How to End Book Bans in Texas Where they burn books, they will end in burning human beings. Heinrich Heine. There appears to be a viable and useful approach to putting an end to book banning, and it is time to use the template in Texas. More than 800 books have
The post The Bible Told Me So appeared first on The AIM Network.
06:33
Inflation trends are down "IndyWatch Feed Economics.au"
Inflation trending down
The ABS produces a handy chart, which helps to show the recent trends in inflation.
In March 2022, inflation increased by 2.2 per cent over a quarter, the largest increase in many a year.
But in the most recent quarters inflation has fallen from 1.9 per cent in December 2022, to 1.4 per cent in March 2023, to 0.8 per cent in June 2023.
Source: ABS
Next quarter a big quarter of inflation for September 2022 (1.8 per cent) will drop out of the annual figures, so we'll see another large drop in the inflation figures from 6 per cent to under 5 per cent.
Clearly policy settings are contractionary, and year on year consumer spending now appears to be in freefall.
Hence markets think that interest rate hikes are all but done in Australia.
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Housing prices rose sharply in the June quarter on low stock numbers.
Price increase were led by a +5.3 per cent quarterly increase for houses in Sydney.
Source: Domain
Unit...
03:35
On 25 July 2022 the NSW Legislative Council announced the Inquiry into current and potential impacts of gold, silver, lead and zinc mining on human health, land, air and water quality in New South Wales "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
On 25 July 2022 the NSW Legislative Council announced the Inquiry into current and potential impacts of gold, silver, lead and zinc mining on human health, land, air and water quality in New South Wales
Triggered by community concerns wherever gold, silver, lead or zinc mining exploration is occurring or active mines are established and, the ongoing NSW Environmental Protection Agency investigation of Newcres...
Wednesday, 26 July
23:15
Meta Platforms fined $14 million for Onavo privacy issues: Report "IndyWatch Feed Economics.au"
The decision in an Australian court was driven by increasing concerns about illicit activities in the crypto market and the desire to safeguard investors.
23:12
Mary Goes to DPP School "IndyWatch Feed National"
(L) Lady Justice, Photo: cdpp.gov.au (R) Police allegedly research the crime, Photo: Smh.com.au, with the headline: Parental abduction ring smashed after two-year AFP investigation
by Mary W Maxwell, LLB
As your lawman here on this website, I feel responsible when presenting the law Oz law, US law, Queensland, Massachusetts, whatever. I usually quote a statute or constitution verbatim. However, I have learned today that I have had a wrong impression of the job of the DPP (Director of Public Prosecutions). This probably made my stance wrong in some articles.
The fault lies in my Seppo origins, though that be no excuse. I glibly assumed that Australias way of prosecuting serious crime is more or...
20:25
19:23
6 Bathroom Tile Trends "IndyWatch Feed National"
Whether youre in the market for a full bathroom makeover or a simple touch-up, there are plenty of bathroom tile trends that can kick-start your transformation. Tiles are a fantastic way to add colour, patterns and visual flair to your bathroom and make an impact. Today, well discuss 6 bathroom tile trends that will help you update your bathroom and create something modern, stylish and impactful.
- Mixed Matte and Gloss Tiles
While combining tiles with different finishes might sound odd, the reality is that its a great way to enhance the visuals of your bathroom and create an aesthetic thats modern and cutting-edge. We recommend combining matte and gloss tiles of different shades of the same colour, as it creates a bold yet understated design. What makes it so visually appealing is that the glossy tiles catch the light, opening up the space and creating a contrast with the matte tiles that catch your eye for all the right reasons.
- Experimenting With Patterns
Patterned tiles remain a staple of modern bathrooms around the world, immediately injecting personality anywhere they go. One thing to consider when selecting patterned tiles is their size, especially in relation to the dimensions of your bathroom.
You dont want to create something too busy or overwhelming, so consider selecting a soft pattern that will complement the rest of the interior rather than distract from it. If you do want to select a pattern thats more dramatic, balance it out with simple walls and fixtures so that your eyes know where to look and dont cause a sensory overload.
- Metallics
Whether its copper, gold or brass, metallic-effect tiles are a surefire way to create an industrial-style bathroom thats sleek and modern. With their rich tones, metallic tiles are unexpectedly warm and come in an impressive variety of finishes, sizes and colours.
If you do decide to go with metallic tiles, stay away from choosing any clashing tapware in your sink, shower or bathtub. Matte black can be a great alternative, allowing your matt tiles to be the focal point of the room and stand out in the best way possible.
...17:20
Information on the number of littering and parking fines issued "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
Response by Randwick
City Council to Laurence
Poulter on .
Awaiting classification.
Remember to book your
free tix to watch the Matildas at our FIFA Women's World Cup live
site ...
16:40
Dotty Domains: The Pentagons Mali Typo Leak Affair "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
Fleet-footed agility and sharp thinking rarely characterise the plodding bureaucrat. An argument can be made that different attributes are prized: cherished incompetence, spells of inattentiveness, and dedication to keeping things secret with severity. What matters is not what you did, but what you pretended to do. Even with maintaining secrecy, the plodding desk-job hack can
The post Dotty Domains: The Pentagons Mali Typo Leak Affair appeared first on The AIM Network.
16:06
Submission to the Inquiry into the Rental and Housing Affordability Crisis in Victoria "IndyWatch Feed Economics.au"
Legislative Council Legal and Social Issues Committee 7 July 2023 Thank you for the opportunity to submit to the Legal and Social Issues Committees inquiry into rental and housing affordability. Prosper Australia is an independent research institute formed over 100 years ago to further public knowledge of the teachings and principles of economist and land []
16:00
Shady charity goes ahead under Governor-General's name "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
A charity approved by the Morrison Government has been launched after receiving millions in donations, but a closer look at the fine print reveals cause for suspicion. Anthony Klan reports.
THE GOVERNOR-GENERALS Australian Future Leaders Foundation which was to receive $18 million from taxpayers despite having no office, website or staff, before the Albanese Government snapped the plan has been launched after attracting $2.2 million in donations.
It can be revealed the Gurkhas charity used by businessman Chris Hartley as a springboard which claims to have international operations in Australia and Nepal and purports to serve victims of disaster has reported deficits every one of the past five years and had negative assets since at least June 2019.
Documents filed with the charities regulator state the Governor-General's Australian Future Leaders Program has raised $2.17 million in donations and bequests of unstated origin, of which $445,855 has gone to unspecified pre-establishment costs.
On the Australian Charities and Not-for-Profits Commission (ACNC) website, the Australian Future Leaders Foundation, run by Hartley, states its objective to help build a nation that leaves no one behind.
...15:51
Yeah Nah Pasaran! #171 w Max Kaiser on Jewish Antifascism and the False Promise of Settler Colonialism : July 27, 2023 "IndyWatch Feed National"
This week on Yeah Nah Pasaran! we talk to Max Kaiser [Twitter] about Jewish Antifascism and the False Promise of Settler Colonialism (Palgrave Macmillan, 2022) which: takes a timely look at histories of radical Jewish movements, their modes of Holocaust Continue reading
15:50
Seeking to rent in a housing crisis, open to ideas "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
Nobody likes to see people suffer, and the lack of affordable housing and affordable rental, as experienced by Narelle, is nothing short of endemic. Narelle is a long-time reader and supporter of The AIMN and without hesitation we have encouraged her to tell her story here. Seeking a 1-bedroom unit in Perth or a fellow
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15:16
Western media as cheerleaders for war "IndyWatch Feed Enviro.au"
Carried away by the logic of one-upmanship that they impose on the world of politics, the media are co-producing Western countries progressive entry into the war against Russia. Everything about the way they treat the conflict suggests that such a confrontation is inevitable. This battle of opinion, which began a year ago, is now being waged on three fronts at once. First, the beatification of Zelensky,
Western journalists are all but unanimous that negotiating with Russia would equal forgiving it its aggression. Nothing short of a crushing victory for Ukraine is conscionable. The risk of escalation is rarely mentioned.
Le Monde Diplomatiqe by Serge Halimi & Pierre Rimbert, Translated by George Miller March 2023
After speeches by British prime minister Rishi Sunak and Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky at a joint press conference on 8 February at a military base in southwest England, it was time for questions. BBC Ukraine correspondent Natalia Goncharova greeted Zelensky with, I would really like to hug you, but Im not allowed. Ignoring his security service, Zelensky got down from the podium and embraced...
15:14
US, Australia Launch Largest-Ever Joint Military Exercise "IndyWatch Feed Enviro.au"
This years Talisman Sabre exercise involved 11 other nations and over 30,000 military personnelby Dave DeCamp Posted on https://news.antiwar.com/2023/07/23/us-australia-launch-largest-ever-joint-military-exercise/
The US and Australia on Friday launched the largest-ever iteration of their Talisman Sabre exercise as the US is increasingly focused on building alliances in the Asia Pacific against China.
The Talisman Sabre started in 2005 as a biennial exercise between the US and Australia. This years iteration involves participants from 11 other countries and over 30,000 military personnel.
US Navy Secretary Carlos Del Toro spoke at the opening ceremony on Friday and said the massive drills served as a warning to China. The most important message that China can take from this exercise and anything that our allies and partners do together is that we are extremely tied by the core values that exist among our many nations together, he said at a naval base in Sydney.
In a symbolic gesture to demonstrate the growing military ties between the US and Australia, the US on Saturday commissioned a naval vessel in Sydney, the USS Canberra, an Independence-class littoral combat ship. It marked the first time the US ever commissioned a US Navy ship was commissioned in a foreign port.
Del Toro has previously said that the US Navy envisions turning Australia into a full-service submarine hub for the US and its allies in the region under the AUKUS military pact that was signed between the US, Britain, and Australia in 2021 that will result in...
15:10
UPDATE The Zaporozhiya Nuclear Plant: Zelenskiys Next Simulacra? "IndyWatch Feed Enviro.au"
Russian and Eurasian Politics, by GORDONHAHNJuly 22, 2023
To update my original article The Zaporozhiya Nuclear Power Plant: Zelenskiys Next Simulacara it is worth noting the following points:
(1) There has been no incident, obviously, at the plant either of Russian origin, as Ukrainian president Volodomyr Zelenskiy claimed was being planned, or of Ukrainian origin, as I argued was possible and the Russians claimed was almost certain in response to the Ukrainian claims. However, there was, as I suspected, clearly another Ukrainian fake, another Zelenskiy simulacra, since there was not Russian nuclear terrorist attack and since the IAEA came out and refuted the Ukrainians claims that the Russians had planted explosives at the Zaporozhiya plant.
Second, it appears that this particular Zelenskiy simulacra was an effort to push the failure of the Ukrainian counteroffensive out of the headlines on the eve of NATOs Vilnius summit. It may be that, as some sources report, that European leaders intervened to prevent the Ukrainians from following through on their supposedly planned false flag.
Third, it is astonishing how the Western media and Wstern governments, which was heavy breathing in its hard work of repeating the Kiev Maidan regimes talking point about the imminent Russian nuclear terrorism, has shoved the entire episode of Zelenskiys Russian nuclear terrorist attack into the bottomless memory whole that serves this war.
This follows the same pattern of moving on quickly after the numerous controversial and false claims that have come out of Kiev both before and during the war. Regarding the latter, there s already a long list: the Kakhovskii damn attack, the Nord Stream pipeline attack, the Russian massacre at Bucha (where is the list of names of those killed and the detailed forensics reports on how and when precisely they died?), the hero Ukrainian pilot The Ghost who never existed, the heroic defense of Snake Island that never occurred, the bombing of the Mariupol maternity hospital, among others.
This is part of a larger Western pattern of memory-wholing.. The point is not that the West and Ukraine always lie or that lie more than Moscow, which it seems they do, however. The point is that Zelenskiy and his government comprise a serial fake artist, the West is their microphone, and Russia has work to do to compete with its opponents in the sphere of public diplomacy.
The original article reads as follows:
It appears almost certain that Ukrainian President Volodomyr Zelenskiy and his generals, rather than Russian President Vladimir Putin and his, are considering and preparing a false flag nuclear provocation at the Z...
15:08
Japan Doesnt Want to Fight for Taiwan and Neither Do Other US Allies "IndyWatch Feed Enviro.au"
if Japan fought alongside the US in a hypothetical conflict with China over Taiwan, the Japanese civilians and economy would suffer greatly. Whats more, in a conflict between two nuclear powers, China and the US, Japan may itself become a nuclear target,
22.07.2023 Ekaterina Blinova https://sputnikglobe.com/20230722/japan-doesnt-want-to-fight-for-taiwan-and-neither-do-other-us-allies-1112066099.html
Despite Japan bolstering its military capabilities under the nations new Defense Buildup Program, it appears to have zero appetite to engage in direct confrontation with China over Taiwan, Western media and think tanks say.
US military facilities in Okinawa, Japan, might play a central role in any Taiwan crisis, according to the Western press. Moreover, American military analysts have almost unanimously agreed that Japan is t...
15:06
90 Seconds to Midnight nuclear weapons are still a threat, not a lesson in history "IndyWatch Feed Enviro.au"
After a weekend in which Chris Nolans new film Oppenheimer opened in UK cinemas to great acclaim, it would be easy to think that nuclear weapons are now a thing of the past but the UK/Ireland Nuclear Free Local Authorities are all too aware that todays weapons are infinitely more powerful that the rudimentary gadgets dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, and that chillingly many remain on hair-trigger alert ready to be fired on warning, targeted at the millions of civilians who live in our cities.
Robert Oppenheimer himself had doubts about the future of humanity should more powerful devices be developed after the war. He called for international control of atomic weapons and for the United States to refrain from developing far more destructive hydrogen bombs; ultimately these actions, contrary to received wisdom in foreign policy and military doctrine, took him from being the darling of the scientific and political elite to its pariah, earning him dismissal from high office and the revocation of his security clearance.
Although the thawing of US-Soviet relations during the Reagan-Gorbachev era and the ending of the Cold War led to a significant reduction in the number of nuclear warheads held by the two superpowers, from a high of around 70,000, the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) reports in its latest Yearbook that there are still an estimated 12,512 warheads in January 2023, with about 9,576 in military stockpiles for potential use. Of these, an estimated 3,844 warheads are deployed on missiles and aircraft, and around 2,000nearly all of which belong to Russia or the USAare kept in a state of high operational alert ready to fire at short notice.
In 2023 we have nine nuclear-armed states (the USA, Russia, UK, France, China, India, Pakistan, North Korea, and Israel). The United States also currently stores air-dropped nuclear bombs in four European nations and in Turkey under a hosting agreement to fit them to the nuclear-capable military aircraft of those NATO nations in the event of war, and, with ongoing war in Ukraine and the deployment of Russian nuclear weapons in Belarus, there is a real possibility that US nuclear weapons will soon again be redeployed to USAF / RAF Lakenheath taking us back to Cold War days.
Nuclear weapons are infinitely more powerful and more accurate than the atomic bombs dropped on Japan, and the consequences of their use are too dreadful to contemplate. Brilliant scientist and anti-bomb campaigner Albert Einstein famously said of the impact of any nuclear war that, in addition to the appalling human casualties and the complete destruction of our natural and built environment, human development would be so set back that any Fourth World War would be fought with sticks and stones!
Even the Trinity test itself, played out in a seemingly empty desert, had consequences...
15:02
Ukrainian drone attack on Moscow is international terrorism Russias Foreign Ministry "IndyWatch Feed Enviro.au"
RT.com 24 July 23
Two UAVs crashed into buildings in the Russian capital, with fragments reportedly found not far from the Defense Ministry
The attempted Ukrainian drone attack on Moscow early Monday morning, which damaged several non-residential buildings, is an act of international terrorism, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova has said.
The spokeswoman condemned the attack on Monday morning while speaking to RTVI TV. Earlier, the Russian Defense Ministry said Ukraine attempted to stage a terrorist attack against Moscow using two drones, which were suppressed by electronic warfare systems
Kiev applauded the raid, with Mikhail Fedorov, Ukraines minister for digital transformation, promising that there will be more of these incidents.
Amid the conflict with Russia, Kiev has previously tried to launch drone raids on Moscow and its suburbs. Earlier this month, the Russian Defense Ministry said that air defenses downed four drones in the southeastern districts of the capital, and another UAV was neutralized by electronic warfare systems west of Moscow more https://www.rt.com/russia/580185-ukrainian-drone-attack-moscow-international-terrorism/
15:00
CIA-Linked Security Company Targeted Former Ecuador President Who Granted Assange Asylum "IndyWatch Feed Enviro.au"
By Kevin Gosztola / The Dissenter
In addition to targeting WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, a
CIA-linked private security company based in Spain allegedly spied
on former Ecuador president Rafael Correa.
Spanish newspaper El Pas reported that
UC Global director David Morales instructed his employees to
collect information from Correas 2018 meetings with Latin American
leaders that included the former presidents of Argentina, Brazil
and UruguayCristina Fernndez de Kirchner, Luiz Incio Lula da Silva,
Dilma Rousseff, and Jos Mujica...
News media that partnered with Assange and WikiLeaks on the publication of documents at issue in the U.S. casethe New York Times, the Guardian, Der Spiegel, and Le Mondehave ignored what has been learned about UC Global and the CIA.
But the uncovered evidence is important and relevant to the U.S. Justice Departments unprecedented effort to pursue an Espionage Act trial against a journalist and publisher.
14:40
Yet again, my comprehensive Middle East strategy for the US "IndyWatch Feed Economics.au"
In view of the apparent end of what passed for democracy in Israel, its time for me to repost my comprehensive proposal for US policy covering all aspects of relationships between the US and the Middle East. Its over the fold.
13:36
New Zealand Maori radio on The Palestine Laboratory "IndyWatch Feed National"
During my recent book tour in New Zealand for The Palestine Laboratory, I was interviewed by the countrys first Maori radio station.
It was an interesting conversation and highlighted that many Maoris I met throughout the country were both aware of the grim situation in Palestine and actively opposed Israels occupation. It was solidarity with another colonised people.
The post New Zealand Maori radio on The Palestine Laboratory appeared first on Antony Loewenstein.
13:21
AI, Political Puppets, Plaskett, Nuclear Weapons and the Usual Suspects "IndyWatch Feed National"
[Emails from G5]
AI and Public Servants
This is G5s response to this Daily Mail article:
A brain living in the Matrix scientists unveil $600,000 plan to merge MORE human brain cells with AI funded by Australian intelligence agency.
- The funds came via Australias Defense Dept. and Office of National Intelli...
13:17
Daniel Duggans imprisonment is a denial of justice and an affront to Australias sovereignty "IndyWatch Feed National"
Contributed from Victoria
Too many Australians still dont know who Daniel Duggan is, even if his case has significant repercussions and says a lot about how legal process is Australia is being transformed into something that we should all be worried about. Everyone should know more about what is happening to this man.
Daniel is a former American and now Australian citizen and a family. He was once a US marine, and since coming to Australia, built a pilot training business. This led him to a contract to for commercial pilot training in South Africa, with a company that goes by the name of the Test Flying Academy of South Africa (TFASA).
It happened that he had some of the students were Chinese citizens. Theis led authorities in Washington to accuse TFASA and Duggen of working with the Chinese to undermine United States policy. It led to action to capture Duggan, and it appears, with the assistance of the Australia Security and Intelligence Organisation (ASIO), which is immersed in the United States led confrontation with China.
Through this agency Daniel Duggen was called and offered a job in Australia. He went for it, was arrested by federal police and imprisoned, wasnt offered bail and has been kept in solitary confinement. Daniel has now been locked up in this way for more than 9 months, without an ending in sight. He next faces court on 24 November.
The cover was the issuing of an Interpol red notice that provides for extradition on certain grounds. It excludes extradition in cases that are political. Australia also has an extradition treaty with the United States, and this too spells out that it does not allow extradition for any alleged political offence.
All of this is being violated.
Top Gun Pilot Faces U.S. Extradition Fight Over Chinese Fighter Allegations
Video from 10 News First
If the allegations have merit, surely...
12:40
Australias inflation rate continues to fall despite RBA inflationary rate hikes "IndyWatch Feed Economics.au"
Today (July 26, 2023), the Australian Bureau of Statistics released the latest Consumer Price Index, Australia for the June-quarter 2023. It showed that the CPI rose 0.8 per cent in the quarter (down 0.6 points) and over the 12 months by 6.1 per cent (down 0.9 points). The annual inflation rate in Australia
12:32
Collapsing drama to grapple with difficult realities: Vidya Rajans Crocodiles "IndyWatch Feed National"
It is essential for other writers, makers, and performers who dont stem from the culturally dominant white, middle-class world that produces most Australian culture to see and feel and experience these works, these different ways of making and languaging, so they may be emboldened to do the same. And, importantly, so that the ways in which we see and understand ourselves continues to be ever more nuanced, sophisticated and evolved.
The post Collapsing drama to grapple with difficult realities: Vidya Rajans Crocodiles appeared first on Overland literary journal.
12:12
Inflation slows to 0.8pc "IndyWatch Feed Economics.au"
Inflation drops sharply
Some very good news on inflation for Aussie
policymakers today, with quarterly inflation slowing to just 0.8
per cent, the lowest level since September 2021.
That's an annualised quarterly pace of only 3.2
per cent, so it's little wonder that there was a big shift in OIS
pricing, with a 4.3 per cent terminal cash rate now priced in, well
down from nearer 4.5 per cent.
Trimmed mean inflation was 0.89 per cent for the quarter, also
much better than expected.
Inflation in Australia peaked 6 months later than
in the US and Canada due to border closures, but it's evidently
following the same pattern: lower.
The monthly CPI indicator for Australia also came
in lower than expected, slowing to 5.4 per cent over the
year.
After half a decade of inflation being too low,
we've now a significant overshoot...but it does seem to be heading
back in the right direction now.
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12:03
Member's Day "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
Today is a Member's Day, and after a long period of later stages, we should finally be seeing some first readings. First up is the second reading of the Annie Oxborough Birth Parents Registration Bill, a private bill to undo the effects of an old adoption on someone's birth records. That's unlikely to take long - no-one objects to it - so then its on to the committee stage of Camilla Belich's Companies (Directors Duties) Amendment Bill. After that, it's first readings: the last ten minutes or so of Eugenie Sage's Crown Minerals (Prohibition of Mining) Amendment Bill (which chickenshit Labour will vote down, raising the price of any future coalition), Karen Chhour's racist Oranga Tamariki (Repeal of Section 7AA) Amendment Bill, and Helen White's Employment Relations (Restraint of Trade) Amendment Bill. If the House moves quickly it should make a start on Stuart Smith's Sale and Supply of Alcohol (Cellar Door Tasting) Amendment Bill. There should be a ballot for at least two bills tomorrow.
12:00
Table tennis: One of the world's best brain sports "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
Table tennis is one of the world's most popular sports and has many little-known health benefits that can assist longevity in the body and mind, writes Dean Frenkel.
WHAT SPORT would you recommend your child play?
If its football, most footballers have to retire by age 30, some having acquired injuries for life. If its competitive tennis, most players overdevelop one side of their bodies and suffer shoulder, knee, ankle, wrist and, of course, tennis elbow injuries.
If you like soccer, regularly heading soccer balls for decades can leave you with chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) and lets not talk netball and knees and ankles, or rugby which is associated with John Hopoate and neck braces. If you love cricket, few cricketers have bodies that allow them to play beyond the age of 38.
In short, table tennis should top the list of recommended sports for anyone from age 4 to beyond 90. It can even be medicinal.
Competitive table tennis is a low-injury, intensive fitness workout and a highly intelligent game. Physician and brain imaging expert Dr Daniel Amen calls it the best brain sport. It is even gender-irrelevant one of those rare sports where women and men compete against each other on an even keel.
I never beat 83-year-old George Chen in seven years of table tennis (TT) competition but playing him was like playing against kung fu itself. His charisma and skill literally made his opponents games fall apart. There are other George Chens who take more than 70 years of experience into their matches, and...
11:40
Reviewing current and proposed sexual consent laws "IndyWatch Feed National"
Affirmative consent for sexual interactions became law in NSW on 1 June, 2022, but not all states and territories in Australia have affirmative consent laws. On 29 November, 2022 the Australian Senate referred an Inquiry into current and proposed sexual consent laws in Australia. Today at the Senate Hearing into current and proposed sexual consent laws across Australia, No to Violence CEO Jacqui Watt called for an affirmative consent model for any case that comes before the court.
Other recommendations that have been made include harmonising Australias consent laws across all jurisdictions to ensure consistency of both laws and understanding of sexual consent which were recommended by both Full Stop Australia and ANROWS (Australias National Research Organisation for Womens Safety) who both provided submissions to the Inquiry.
The Law Council recognised the inconsistencies in consent laws across various jurisdictions on the experience of victim-survivors in their submission and supported a national evaluation of sexual consent laws. They also recognised that women and girls are more likely than males to have experienced sexual violence and that the incidence of sexual harm often overlaps with other patterns of violence, including family and domestic violence and child abuse, and disproportionately affects already marginalised groups in society.
Sexual violence is widespread but underreported. Most reports of sexual violence do not make it to court, pointed out the Law Council.
Sexual violence matters s...
10:44
Post-pandemic Principle #7: Becoming your own boss - time and income freedom "IndyWatch Feed Economics.au"
Post-pandemic principles
In this 7th short blog and video in my latest mini-series, I discussed creating time and income freedom.
Tune in here (or click on the image below):
09:59
Chris Minns .. by 1990 no Australian child will be living in poverty "IndyWatch Feed National"
Dont you love governments that congratulate themselves for addressing problems theyve had a had in causing. Vain NSW Premier Chris Minns: Firstly - youve delivered nothing : taxpayers have done the heavy lifting. Every cent. Secondly - why are kids going hungry? Government had any hand in it? Rising power...
09:04
The ACT appoints first female Aboriginal Supreme Court judge "IndyWatch Feed National"
Kamilaroi woman Louise Taylor is the ACT's sixth judge of the Supreme Court. ACT Attorney-General Shane Rattenbury said, "Magistrate Taylor brings to the Supreme Court a wealth of knowledge and expertise, having represented the most vulnerable members of our community in complex matters," "Having served on the ACT Magistrates Court...
08:00
Telstra cuts hundreds of jobs amid growing challenges "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
Facing stagnant revenue growth, telco giant Telstra has axed almost 500 jobs in an effort to cut costs. Paul Budde reports.
TELSTRA HAS once again made headlines with its announcement of a significant workforce reduction. The company revealed plans to cut approximately 500 jobs as part of its cost-cutting initiative, marking the first major round of redundancies under the leadership of CEO Vicki Brady.
These measures are aligned with Telstra's T25 strategy, aimed at streamlining operations, enhancing efficiency and positioning the company for sustained competitiveness while achieving its customer-centric goals.
The telecommunications industry, both in Australia and globally, has been facing numerous challenges over the last few decades. The rapid advancement of new technologies, such as 3G, 4G, 5G and Low Earth Orbit satellites, has indeed provided telcos with more efficient ways to offer better services at lower costs. While these advancements have brought benefits to consumers and the industry, they have also triggered a shift in workforce requirements.
Many incumbents in the telecommunications sector, including Telstra, have been struggling to maintain profitability in the face of stagnant revenue growth. Prominent announcements about the potential revenue opportunities brought by the next generation of technologies have not materialised as expected. It has become evident that the introduction of new products, such as 5G, is not the ultimate solution to bolster telcos' profits.
As the industry continues to grapple with these challenges, telcos have recognised the need to focus on cost-saving measures to ensure financial viability. Automation and technological efficiencies have proven to be vital tools in achieving this goal. However, it is important to note that while...
07:56
Behavioural experts quietly shaped robodebts most devilish details and their work in government continues "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
Behavioural experts quietly shaped robodebts most devilish details and their work in government continues
07:56
In which the pond has sundry Barbie and X-rated moments before finally tackling the "Ned" Everest ... "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
With not the slightest hint of regret or any inclination to offer an apology, the pond decided it couldn't go there ... not to a movie titled The Blonde and the Liar and the Indigenous Child Used As A Warm Prop ... though the reptiles had the movie screening at the top of the page in both the tree killer and digital editions..
It seemed at least mildly ironic that at the time the reptiles featured a story urging an Indigenous watchdog with teeth, Dame Slap was trotting out a lying rodent to urge on the denial of a Voice ...
The pond's unhappiness then extended to the comments section ...
Not the doddering Doddser, or even worse, Monsieur Dupont on the US alliance ...
The pond dipped into Monsieur Dupont and down the bottom of the page came across this line ....
06:50
Governor-General David Hurley, his $18 million fraud and his mate NACC Commissioner Paul Brereton "IndyWatch Feed National"
National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) Commissioner
Paul Brereton is friends with Governor-General David Hurley and
Robodebt fraudster Kathryn Campbell which creates a huge issue as
corruption allegations against Hurley and Campbell have almost
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06:00
Reflecting on the 20th anniversary of RAMSI in Solomon Islands "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
A significant milestone in the history of Solomon Islands and the South Pacific was marked this week, on 24 July 2023. It was the 20th anniversary of the start of the Regional Assistance Mission to Solomon Islands (RAMSI), a mission that aimed to restore peace, stability and normalcy in a country torn apart by devastating ethnic tensions. As we commemorate this milestone, it is crucial to reflect on the successes, challenges and ongoing struggles that characterise the post-RAMSI era in Solomon Islands.
RAMSI was established in 2003 in response to the ethnic violence that gripped Solomon Islands, disrupting social order and impeding economic growth. The mission, a coalition of Pacific Island states with Australia and New Zealand at the helm, played a significant role in restoring stability and rebuilding damaged infrastructure. RAMSI assisted in reconstituting the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force, disarming rival ethnic groups, and restoring a semblance of law and order.
However, as we remember the achievements of RAMSI, we must also acknowledge its limitations and the subsequent challenges faced by Solomon Islands. Despite the relative peace that has been achieved, issues related to governance, social services and economic prospects remain significant challenges. RAMSIs efforts were primarily focused on immediate peacekeeping and stabilising tasks, and less on the deep-rooted governance issues that continue to undermine the countrys development.
In the wake of RAMSIs departure in 2017, the country has grappled with a range of persistent challenges, primarily poor health services, a lack of adequate infrastructure, and limited economic prospects. Despite the health and development initiatives introduced during the RAMSI era, the Solomon Islands health sector struggles with inadequate funding, understaffing, and a lack of essential health services, especially in remote areas. The COVID-19 pandemic has only magnified these weaknesses, further underscoring the urgent need for reform and investment.
Infrastructural development, too, remains a significant issue. Limited road connectivity, unreliable power supply, and inadequate water and sanitation services are common, particularly in rural regions, hampering economic activities and undermining living conditions.
In terms of economic prospects, while RAMSI brought some stability, Solomon Islands remains largely dependent on traditional sources of income like logging, which is environmentally unsustainable. Diversifying the economy and attracting investment are still major challenges, given the countrys remote location, limited infrastructure, and underdeveloped business environment.
These challenges are further compounded by the geopolitical tensions between China and the United States, with Solomon Islands caught in the crossfire.........
04:25
ACCC warns scammers targeting Australias largest loyalty reward programs "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
Scammers are more than just annoying people who persistently phone at inconvenient times or send begging emails from exotic locations. These days the ploys they use are often more sophisticated and mean their victims can lose money from bank accounts or find themselves with an unexpected debt within minutes of one click of a link or press of a button.
This is the most recent warning of scammer activity.....
The Guardian, 25 July 2023:
The ACCC has issued an urgent warning to customers of some of Australias largest loyalty reward programs, including Qantas frequent flyer, after detecting a new scam that targets valuable points.
The National Anti-Scam Centre has received 209 reports to Scamwatch in the past four months, of the scam targeting Qantas frequent flyer, Telstra and Coles loyalty programs customers.
It comes as new research from Choice shows the majority of Australians think banks should reimburse scam victims, as the consumer association joins calls for financial institutions to provide some form of compensation.
...
03:52
02:30
Worldcoin Founders Refusal To Answer Token Distribution Question Sparks Controversy "IndyWatch Feed National"
Worldcoin co-founder Alex Blanias recent refusal to disclose the tokens distribution model has raised some eyebrows, including that of John Deaton, who has expressed his dismay at his action.
Something Fishy With Worldcoin?
A video surfaced on Twitter in which Alex Blania, during a recent Bankless interview alongside fellow co-founder Sam Altman, refused to respond to the hosts question on Worldcoins token distribution, citing the regulatory uncertainty in the US as why he couldnt answer the question.
The Twitter user (@Pledditor) posted the video with the caption:
When a crypto founder refuses to answer questions about token
distribution
In the video, the host asks Blania to explain the distribution of the WLD token and Blania is quoted as saying: Look, many of the details we cant talk about here for the regulatory uncertainty in the United States.
The video quickly went viral and sparked controversy as to whether Worldcoin was just another ponzinomics or, indeed, Alex Blania was honest about why he couldnt answer the question.
However, renowned crypto lawyer John Deaton, who represents some XRP holders, quickly reacted to the video in a tweet.
Deatons tweet read:
Wtf did this dude just say? Did he literally say that he cant talk about how WorldCoin is distributed because of the regulatory uncertainty in the United States?
If there was ever a signal to RUN AWAY as fast as you can from a project, HERE IT IS. Is he saying he cant tell you how to acquire it or what youre acquiring because he might get sued?
Now that I think of it, is he being smart and just following legal advice or is he a moron.
Deaton stated that Blanias action was enough reason for investors to run away from th...
Tuesday, 25 July
23:48
Newsletter #865 What's On this Week "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
Read Online Newsletter: What's On | 25 - 31 July 2023 What's On Melbourne Newsletter Tuesday 25th July 2023 - Monday 31st July 2023 E periences in the
22:25
"IndyWatch Feed Qld" "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
On Monday 17 July, Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Boeing B737-7ES / E-7A Wedgetail Airborne Early Warning & Control (AEW&C) aircraft A30-001 was noted completing airwork at Emerald Airport.
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It looked to fly up from and then later return to RAAF Base
Williamtown. It was heard to fly as "Wedgetail 01".
While fellow E-7A Wedgetail aircraft A30-002 was noted completing airwork at Bundaberg Airport. It too looked to fly up from and then return to Williamtown. It was heard to fly as "Wedgetail 15".
Finally, also on Monday 17 July, it is believed that a pair of United States Air Force (USAF) Boeing C-17A Globemaster III transport aircraft completed a sortie departing Townsville, flying very low level along the Whitsunday coast down to Mackay before turning inland and head West towards Hughenden before then returning to Townsville.
While fellow E-7A Wedgetail aircraft A30-002 was noted completing airwork at Bundaberg Airport. It too looked to fly up from and then return to Williamtown. It was heard to fly as "Wedgetail 15".
Finally, also on Monday 17 July, it is believed that a pair of United States Air Force (USAF) Boeing C-17A Globemaster III transport aircraft completed a sortie departing Townsville, flying very low level along the Whitsunday coast down to Mackay before turning inland and head West towards Hughenden before then returning to Townsville.
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22:18
start "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
Next Meeting 31st July 2023 Virtual meeting this month as discussed and agreed at the May meeting. Talks start at 7.30pm but people often log on from 6pm onward. If you would really prefer to meet in person, add your name to the attendance list and email the group, especially if you see there are now 4 names on the list.
22:03
Arme de l'Air (French Air Force) CASA CN-235-200M '065' (52-1C) "Cotam 1161" Calls into Rockhampton Airport - Plus More! "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
On Wednesday 19 July, making its very first appearance into Central Queensland (or at least on this Blog) was Arme de l'Air (French Air Force) CASA CN-235-200M '065' (Code 52-1C) which arrived into Rockhampton Airport from Townsville as "Cotam 1161".
It had earlier flown up to Townsville from RAAF Base
Amberley.
...
21:49
Cover up: The Australian Governments Secret List of U.S. Bases "IndyWatch Feed Allstate"
By Richard Tanter, Pearls and Irritations, July25, 2023
What do the governments of other US allies, including Hungary, Norway, the Philippines, and the former puppet government of Afghanistan, possess that Australian governments do not? The answer is a conception of genuine sovereignty, and obligations to transparency that are foreign to Australian governments, particularly the incumbent Albanese government.
In November 2011, Prime Minister Julia Gillard and President Barack Obama announced plans for annual deployment of a US Marine Rotational Force to Darwin and US Air Force aircraft to Australian bases in the Northern Territory, commencing in April 2012.
The United States Australia Force Posture Agreement signed on 12 August 2014 formalised a much larger strategic upgrade of alliance arrangements initiated by the two leaders. Over the past decade both governments have made very large budgetary commitments to infrastructure developments at Australian defence facilities in northern Australia under various headings, including the Australian Defence Departments continually evolving United States Force Posture Initiative.
A key feature of the Force Posture Agreement is the concept of Agreed Facilities and Areas, defined in Article I of the Agreement as follows:
Agreed Facilities and Areas means the facilities and areas in the territory of Australia provided by Australia which may be listed in Annex A appended to this Agreement, and such other facilities and areas in the territory of Australia as may be provided by Australia in the future, to which United States Forces, United States Contractors, dependants, and other United States Government personnel as mutually agreed, shall have the right to access and use pursuant to this Agreement.
Yet, in the nine...
21:43
Blinkens Visit Supporting FIFA Threatens New Zealands Peaceful Reputation "IndyWatch Feed National"
By World BEYOND War Aotearoa, July 25, 2023
A global peace network has called out the U.S. Secretary of States visit to New Zealand as a threat to our peaceful reputation and not good old-fashioned sports diplomacy, as described by our Foreign Minister.
If Secretary Blinken was coming to New Zealand solely to support the peaceful U.S. womens FIFA soccer team, then Foreign Minister Nanaia Mahuta could justifiably welcome him as a close friend and partner, says World BEYOND War Aotearoa spokesman, Hon. Matt Robson, former Minister of Disarmament.
But he says the actual purpose of Blinkens trip is to drag New Zealand further into aggressive plans for the containment of Americas economic competitor, China.
Foreign Minister Nanaia Mahuta, representing New Zealands peace and diplomacy policies, needs to advise Mr Blinken that New Zealand, a signatory to the UN Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons, does not support NATOs condemnation of that treaty.
Furthermore it does not agree with using the 400-plus US military bases from Japan to Australia, many of which are nuclear-armed, to threaten China, our largest trading partner.
Failure to do this, and agreeing to nuclear armed NATOs provocations against China, undermines the nuclear free status of New Zealand, and the antiwar policies that New Zealanders have developed, for which New Zealand has been praised, says Mr Robson.
The New Zealand public deserves to be made aware, not least by the media, of the implications of Blinkens visit and the costs and dangers of unthinking subordination of New Zealand interests to US strategy against China, says Mr Robson.
The post Blinkens Visit Supporting FIFA Threatens New Zealands Peaceful Reputation appeared first on World BEYOND War.
21:34
Some of the 13 US Army Apache, Blackhawk and Chinook Helicopters Arrive into Mackay and Rockhampton Airports from the Gladstone Port "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
On Tuesday 18 July, some of the 13
helicopters of the United States Army (US Army) flew from the
Gladstone Port to both Mackay and Rockhampton Airports before they
all continued to Townsville. They are in Queensland to participate
in joint Military Exercise Talisman Sabre 2023 (TS23) and were
shipped into the Gladstone Airport from the USA on board the United
States Navy (USN) large, medium-speed, roll-on/roll-off ship (LMSR)
USNS Bob Hope (T-AKR 300).
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21:04
Rural Funds Management (A.C.T.) (formerly Capital Jet Charter) Pilatus PC-12/47E VH-STE Arrives into Rockhampton Airport - Plus More! "IndyWatch Feed Allstate"
On Tuesday 18 July, there were quite a few lighties around including Rural Funds Management (A.C.T.) (formerly Capital Jet Charter) Pilatus PC-12/47E VH-STE which looked to arrive into Rockhampton Airport from Canberra.
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UPDATE! On Wednesday 19 July,
VH-STE flew to Maryborough and Bundaberg Airports before returning
to Rockhampton Airport.
UPDATE! On Thursday 20 July,
VH-STE departed Rockhampton Airport for Emerald Airport and then
Canberra.
Another nice PC-12 in the form of the new Hughes Aviation (Hughes Pastoral Group) (Gympie) Pilatus PC-12//47E NGX VH-8HP was back in the air again. It's been doing quite a number of flights and today flew from Emerald Airport to Quilpie and Armidale and then back to Emerald Airport. It had arrived yesterday from Keeroongooloo after arriving there over the weekend.
Another nice PC-12 in the form of the new Hughes Aviation (Hughes Pastoral Group) (Gympie) Pilatus PC-12//47E NGX VH-8HP was back in the air again. It's been doing quite a number of flights and today flew from Emerald Airport to Quilpie and Armidale and then back to Emerald Airport. It had arrived yesterday from Keeroongooloo after arriving there over the weekend.
UPDATE! VH-8HP spent each day this week, flying
out of Emerald Airport and visiting various places (including
Clermont Aerodrome on Wednesday 19 July) before
later returning to Emerald Airport. It then flew back to
Mackay Airport on Friday 21 July.
And Private Pilatus PC-12/47E VH-YKG landed at Longreach
Airport from Camooweal and Mount Isa before it then departed to
Winton and back to Camooweal.
Meanwhile, also on Tuesday 18
July, WDC Equipment and Contracting Raytheon 58 Baron
VH-EZR flew up from Chinchilla Aerodrome to Kidston before then
flying down to my local Clermont Aerodrome and then departing back
to Chinchilla Aerodrome.
Recently re-registered Piper PA-31 VH-DWX flew down from
Innisfail and Mareeba to Charters Towers Aerodrome and then Mackay
Airport.
UPDATE! On Saturday 22 July,
VH-DWX depart...
21:00
The Great Urban Crimes that We Permit by Law fifty years later. "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
Fifty years ago, in 1972, urban planner and architect, Constantinos Doxiadis, presented a paper to the World Conference on World Peace Through Law titled, The Great Urban Crimes that We Permit []
The post The Great Urban Crimes that We Permit by Law fifty years later. first appeared on Westender.
21:00
Voice Referendum Polling: No Leads / Indigenous Support Levels "IndyWatch Feed Allstate"
TWO-ANSWER TREND ESTIMATE YES 47.8 (-2.8 in four weeks)
Aggregated polls have Yes losing in five states and trailing the national average in three (two narrowly)
(Above estimates may be updated if new polls are added in next few weeks)
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Greetings. I was going to call this article "Welcome to No" but thought of some wrong ways that that could be taken.
Four weeks ago my last Voice update still had Yes very slightly ahead but the lead was not long for this world. Unsurprisingly in this edition Yes is still going downhill rapidly and is now clearly behind in my aggregated estimate. The most recently added polls are Newspoll with a 46-54 result and Resolve with 48-52 (and an even worse 36-42-22 prior to the forced-choice question).
A Yes campaign that started deeply underwater by historic referendum standards is sinking further by the same standards with virtually every poll but many Yes supporters are still hoping that as the campaign ramps up, football final season breeds enthusiasm (I'm not really sure how that works) and greater Yes resources are deployed things will turn around. That would be a new thing in the history of referendums if it happened, but this is an unusual referendum and one conducted in a very different campaigning environment to those in the past.
I've been surprised at quite the speed Yes has declined at since I started writing about Voice polling in April. At first it was not clear that the decline was accelerating.
With no signs of anything stopping the trend so far, there is increasing speculation about what a No vote would mean. One thing that is for sure is that if the Voice does not get up a vast amount of money and energy will have been expended on a campaign for an advisory body that was supposed to encourage Parliament on how to "close the gap" - resources that could have been spent doing so, if anyone spending the money knew how.
There's even been some talk of calling the whole thing off or delaying it til next year because of the perceived consequences of failure but one can only imagine the ridicule that would be poured on a PM who started a referendum believing it would win then ran away because of skanky pollz. What is this, the Commonwealth Games?
Anyway here's the graph again:
20:59
London/Jerusalem calling Palestine "IndyWatch Feed National"
Last night I spoke at an online event organised by the Jewish Network for Palestine and Convivencia Alliance, two UK-based groups with global reach. I discussed my recent book, The Palestine Laboratory, in conversation with writer and film-maker Haim Bresheeth, author of An Army Like No Other: How the Israel Defense Force Made a Nation (Haim also endorsed my book).
The audience for the webinar was mostly in the UK, Europe and Palestine.
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20:54
Australians confront vicious recession "IndyWatch Feed National"
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Economics has warned that Australia is on the...
20:01
Building and renovating for profit is easier than it seems with Rebeka from BuildHer "IndyWatch Feed Economics.au"
Renovating for profit
This week, Amy and Owen are joined by Rebekah Morgan to
discuss building and renovating for profit.
Tune in here (or click on the image
below):
You can also watch on YouTube here:
19:52
How dangerous is the European far-right ? "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
As is usual with trends of all kinds, some recent electoral successes for far-right parties in Europe have been extrapolated into a narrative in which the rise of the far-right is just about unstoppable.
That narrative took a blow with the recent Spanish elections in which the far-right Vox party performed poorly and its coalition with the traditional conservative Popular Party failed to secure a majority. Possibly as a result, the leader of the German CDU backed away from a suggestion that his party might go into a similar coalition with the AfD. And a similar coalition government in Finland appears to be on the verge of collapse.
From the other side of the world, its hard to know what to make of all this, but important to try to understand it. So, Ill toss out some thoughts and invite readers closer to the action to set me straight.
As I wrote a few years ago, the rise of a Trump-style far right has been driven by the collapse of the neoliberal consensus that dominated politics throughout the capitalist world from the 1970s, with power alternating between hard neoliberalism (represented by traditional conservative parties) and soft neoliberalism (represented by formerly socialist and social democratic parties). As the failures of neoliberalism became undeniable, there was no longer enough support to sustain two neoliberal parties, and alternatives began to emerge on both left and right.
The most dramatic manifestation of this process on the right has been Donald Trumps takeover of the US Republican party, which is now well to the right of any of the European far-right parties (with the possible exception of Fidesz in Hungary), and still commands around 50 per cent electoral support.
In Europe, though the more common party has been the rise of a far-right party commanding around 20 per cent of the vote. In most cases, this doesnt look to me like an upsurge in the popularity of rightwing ideas. Rather, this 20 per cent has always been there, waiting for the circumstances in which views that are normally unacceptable can gain political expression.
In my own home state of Queensland, for example, the racist One Nation party scored more than 20 per cent of the votes in a state election in 1998, before fading back into single digits.
A 20 per cent vote for the far-right enough to make it difficult for traditional conservatives to win government in their own right, but usually not enough for the far-right to lead a government of their own. Hence, the contortions mentioned above.
A lot of attention has been focused on the neo-fascist origins of some of the fa...
18:20
Jimmy Dore on Reporting Earths Temperatures "IndyWatch Feed National"
Jimmy Dore an entertaining video on Climate Lies, in a video entitled BOMBSHELL! LAST WEEKS RECORD-HIGH TEMPERATURES WERE FAKED!
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18:13
Independent Artist of the Week: LILPIXIE "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
- LILPIXIE :: interview with Kate Saap
WANT 2 is the latest single from Western Sydneys LILPIXIE (fka Pixie). Hallmarked with a defiant, confessional tone, the song melds the rhythm of hip hop with a harsh, hyper pop sound; at one point soaked in synth. The latest of an impressive offering, WANT 2 has earned LILPIXIE the title of FBi Radios Independent Artist of the Week. They joined Kate Saap on Up For It! to chat the track, their process, and the view looking down the barrel of an incredible career.
Starting from the beginning, LILPIXIE told Kate about musics role in the turbulent start of their life.
I was actually born in Bangkok into a cult which Im very open about.
Moving from Bangkok to Sydney at nine months old, the self-described outsider spoke about their difficulties with family and the importance of community in being accepted. Ultimately, it is through music that LILPIXIE carves their place and identity in a seemingly ill-fitting world.
LILPIXIE: Going into music it was fueled by a lot of pain. [In the song] manifesting ble$$ings Im just saying what I wanna be and how I wanna feel about myself.
Kate: Is there anything you do when you want to get down and write something?
...
17:48
17:44
A judge has ruled the thumbs-up emoji can represent contract agreement "IndyWatch Feed Allstate"
In a quirky twist of legal developments, the humble thumbs-up emoji has been officially recognised as a valid representation of contract agreement by a Canadian Judge.
This fascinating ruling has implications for how Australians respond to official documents, according to Andrew Rich, Head of National Industrial and Employment Law at Slater and Gordon.
Stay up to date with whats happening in and around the region here.
The case in question involved a farmer who was ordered to pay $61,442 AUD for not fulfilling a contract, with the defence arguing that the thumbs-up emoji merely indicated he would review the contract later. However, Justice Keene emphasised that courts must adapt to the new reality of communication methods in the digital age.
This court readily acknowledges that a 
emoji
is a non-traditional means to sign a document, but nevertheless,
under these circumstances, this was a valid way to convey the two
purposes of a signature,' wrote Justice Keene.
While the ruling was made overseas, it may hold persuasive value in Australian courts. Rich explained that while not a binding precedent, the law is evolving to reflect modern realities, and other courts may consider this decision in similar scenarios.
An Australian court can consider this legal decision when making a ruling, it can be thought of as a suggestion or advice from another court, Rich explains.
While it isnt a binding precedent, the law is increasingly modernising to accurately reflect the realities of our day-to-day lives; there are many common scenarios that would be similar circumstances to this.
For instance, imagine your boss sends you a new contract, and you respond with a thumbs-up emoji, intending to confirm receipt. But later, upon reading the terms, you disagree. Should the matter go to court, a Judge could refer to this decision.
The Canadian case raised concerns about accepting other emojis like the fist bump or handshake as indications of agreement, but Justice Keene dismissed these fears. According to Rich, this suggests other courts may not accept those emojis as commonly understood representations of agreement.
This ruling means that by just sending a simple thumbs up, people may be locking themselves into a contract without necessarily intending to.
I dont think people need to be afraid, but they just need to be aware of the new realities and the challenges that the use of emojis and other new forms of communication create and just be careful.
When it comes to receiving and sending contracts, always be clear with what you mea...
17:33
Grey Kangaroo Conservation Culling Advice "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
Response by
ACT The Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development
Directorate to John Smith
on .
Awaiting classification.
OFFICIAL Good
afternoon, Please find attached a letter from the
Information Officer regarding your application concerning the Grey
Kangaroo cu...
17:21
The Weekly Times | TWT | 26 July 23 "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
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17:12
Geelong bar and eatery Frankie. is now running Bottomless Sunday Sessions "IndyWatch Feed Allstate"
Looking for the ultimate way to unwind and treat yourself? Look no further than Frankie., Geelongs stylish and chic venue, where theyre turning Sundays into a bottomless haven of delights!
And yes, you guessed it rightbottomless as in endless beverages!
Keep up with the latest food and booze news across the region here.
For just $89, you and your crew can indulge in an unlimited selection of beautiful hand-shaken cocktails, wines, beers, and spirits. Its a drink lovers dream come true!
If youve been here before, youll be well aware that Frankie.s drinks menu is a true showstopper. With wines from local and national wineries and an array of gorgeously garnished exotic cocktails, the options are endless. The talented staff, who have earned accolades for their craft, whip up 30 mouthwatering cocktails that cater to every palate. Whether youre a fan of classic favourites like the Espresso Martini or prefer a Clover Club if youre into gin, Frankie. has you covered! Other favourites to look out for include the Patron Strawberry margarita, the Bees Knees and the whisky sour!
But the goodness doesnt stop there. Frankie. wants you to have the full experience, so theyre throwing in a selection of delicious shared plates for the table, too. Is there anything better than sipping on your favourite libations while indulging in mouthwatering bites? We dont think so!
The bottomless offering is available every Sunday from 12pm to 5pm for two hours of unlimited select beverages plus select food plates of your choice. The latest sitting available for 3pm. It should be noted though, you do need to finish your drink before getting the next one (pretty standard for bottomless fiestas) and bookings are essential with a minimum of two people.
...
17:03
Climate Change: Unfucking the ETS "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
Earlier in the month Lawyers for Climate Action won a historic victory, overturning labour's 2022 ETS settings decision, which had crashed the carbon market. The courts told the government to go back to the drawing board and do it again and come up with ETS settings that complied with the law. Today, the government released its response. The full settings are here, and they have largely followed the Climate Commission's advice. On price, they've adopted the Commission's advice completely, so from December we'll have a CCR trigger price of $173, and from next year we'll have a two-tier CCR triggering at $184 and $230. Which is high enough that it should never happen, meaning those units will never be released. On volume - the measure which matters - they've differed a little from the Commission advice, likely because they're trying to mash two sets of Commission advice together. But the court-granted ability to adjust this year's settings means they've ripped 2.9 million tons out of 2023, giving a number even lower than that originally recommended by the Commission. The table below shows auction volumes without the CCR, to make them easy to compare (the 2023 Commission figures are adjusted to account for the fact that there has been no CCR release in 2023):
| Year | Current settings | New settings | CC 2022 (p45) | CC 2023 (p 42, ignoring step 7a) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 17.9 | 15.0 | 16.3 | - |
| 2024 | 17.1 | 14.2 | 15.6 | 13.6 |
| 2025 | 15.3 | 12.6 | 14.0 | 12.0 |
| 2026 | 13.5 | 10.7 | 12.2 | 10.2 |
| 2027 | 11.7 | 9.1 | 10.4 | 8.7 |
| 2028 | - | 6.9 | - | 6.6 |
| Total (2023-7) | 75.5 | 61.6 | 68.5 | - |
| Total (2024-8) | - | 53.5 | - | 51.1 |
So, they've unfucked their previous decision, and once you account for ripping 2.9 million tons out of 2023, actually come in half...
17:00
The Devastating Economic News About Rising/Falling/Stagnant House Prices "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
From time to time I like to remind people of the wonderful poem, Said Hanrahan which Ive included at the bottom for those who dont know it. But basically, Hanrahan announces how well all be rooned any day now. While its basically about the trials of the farmer, it has a certain modern appeal for
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17:00
The cost of being a non-native English speaker in science "IndyWatch Feed Allstate"
Of course it is a problem, but it is not a problem
for the overall community, not should it be. Better yet it is now
on the way to be supported by AI.
And absolutely noone is going to actually
translate to a competant level, the the proceedings of ***
ever.
Worse though, there are only several languages
easily usable for translation. So it all becomes a fools
errand. And the big elephant in the room is biology.
The cost of being a non-native
English speaker in science
JULY 18, 2023
Editors' notes
Estimated disadvantages for non-native English
speakers when conducting different scientific activities. Credit:
Amano T et al., 2023, PLOS Biology, CC-BY 4.0
(creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
English serves as a convenient, common language
for science. However, this practice poses insurmountable barriers
to those whose first language is not Englishthe majority of people
around the world.
According to research published on July 18 in
the open access journal PLOS Biology, led by Dr. Tatsuya Amano at
the University of Queensland, Australia, the disadvantages of being
a non-native English speaker in science range from difficulties in
reading and writing papers to reduced participation in
international conferences.
16:35
Woodside Energy [ASX:WDS] Up as Crude Over 52-Week High "IndyWatch Feed Economics.au"
Oil and gas giant Woodside Energy Group [ASX:WDS] shares are up by 1% today, trading at $37.62 per share as commodity prices continue to rise.
LNG and oil are up today, with Brent crude and WTI oil above the 52-week moving average price. Signs of tighter supplies and pledges from Chinas leaders are the primary drivers as oil continues its fourth week of gains.
The timing could not be better for Woodside, who faced downward pressure last week after releasing its second-quarter report, which showed production and revenue were down from Q123.
Despite bumps in Q2 performance, Woodsides share price is still up by 22.46% in the past 12 months as more investors move into the supply-constrained sector and realise the limitations of the promised energy transition.
Source: TradingView
Woodsides quarterly update
Woodside shares are up 1% today, reversing any losses in share price after a shaky second-quarter report released last week.
Despite delivering fairly reliable production and sales volume, both experienced declines compared to the previous quarter due to planned turnaround and maintenance activities.
The company delivered quarterly production of 44.5 MMboe (489 Mboe/day), down by 5% from Q123.
As a result, revenues decreased by 29% from the first quarter with an average of $63/boe.
Woodside CEO Med ONeil commented on the Q2 update, saying:
Strong underlying operational performance in the second quarter was impacted by planned turnaround and maintenance activities, particularly at the onshore Pluto LNG facility and associated offshore facilities in WA.
Full-year production guidance remains unchanged at 180190 MMboe as maintenance will be offset by the early production at the new Argos platform ramps up.
The Argos platform began production in April this year...
16:32
The Palestine Laboratory in 3 minutes "IndyWatch Feed National"
Global broadcaster TRT World has produced a slick 3-minute video about my new book, The Palestine Laboratory, which has been shared across its popular social media platforms. I had no involvement in this clip but I think it captures well the thesis of my work.
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16:28
How to break the barriers for Australians with chronic pain? "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
This week National Pain Week kicked off,
raising awareness about chronic pain and the treatments to
alleviate it.
Most chronic pain issues are
related to musculoskeletal conditions such as arthritis.
While there are more treatments for chronic pain,
there are still social barriers to manage and live with the
condition.
Image: Image by Holger Langmaier from Pixabay
Produced By: Eduardo Jordan
Featured In Story: Professor Rachelle Buchbinder Director of the Department of Clinical Epidemiology at the Monash University School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine
First aired on The Wire, Tuesday 25 July 2023
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How to break the barriers for Australians with chronic pain? "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
This week National Pain Week kicked off,
raising awareness about chronic pain and the treatments to
alleviate it.
Most chronic pain issues are
related to musculoskeletal conditions such as arthritis.
While there are more treatments for chronic pain,
there are still social barriers to manage and live with the
condition.
Image: Image by Holger Langmaier from Pixabay
Produced By: Eduardo Jordan
Featured In Story: Professor Rachelle Buchbinder Director of the Department of Clinical Epidemiology at the Monash University School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine
First aired on The Wire, Tuesday 25 July 2023
The post How to break the barriers for Australians with chronic pain? appeared first on Fraser Coast FM 107.5.
16:28
Sugar tax could reduce tooth decay: research "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
The debate over sugary drinks has resurfaced,
with a study showing a tax on sweetened beverages could prevent
more than half-a-million dental cavities.
Three Victorian universities collaborated in the study, which
found a 10 year tax on sugary drinks would save more than 42
million dollars in tooth decay prevention and millions of dollars
more in preventing premature death or
disability.
Image: Image by evelynlo from Pixabay
Produced By: Frank Bonaccorso
Featured In Story: Tan Nguyen PhD candidate from Monash School Of Public Health and Preventative Medicine and oral health therapist
First aired on The Wire, Tuesday 25 July 2023
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Sugar tax could reduce tooth decay: research "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
The debate over sugary drinks has resurfaced,
with a study showing a tax on sweetened beverages could prevent
more than half-a-million dental cavities.
Three Victorian universities collaborated in the study, which
found a 10 year tax on sugary drinks would save more than 42
million dollars in tooth decay prevention and millions of dollars
more in preventing premature death or
disability.
Image: Image by evelynlo from Pixabay
Produced By: Frank Bonaccorso
Featured In Story: Tan Nguyen PhD candidate from Monash School Of Public Health and Preventative Medicine and oral health therapist
First aired on The Wire, Tuesday 25 July 2023
The post Sugar tax could reduce tooth decay: research appeared first on Fraser Coast FM 107.5.
16:26
Australian First Nations Language conference in October "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
In Kalgoorlie, Western Australias Indigenous
Affairs Minister Tony Buti presented the Goldfields Aboriginal
Language Centre with a grant this week.
The Minister presented the centre with almost $130,000 to run
the Decolonising Western Australian First Nations Languages
Conference in October.
Image: Image by Shutterstock
Produced By: Conrad MacLean
Featured In Story: Susan Hanson Manager from the Goldfields Aboriginal Language Centre, and Jack Sullivan Exchange student from Yale University in Australia
First aired on The Wire, Tuesday 25 July 2023
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Australian First Nations Language conference in October "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
In Kalgoorlie, Western Australias Indigenous
Affairs Minister Tony Buti presented the Goldfields Aboriginal
Language Centre with a grant this week.
The Minister presented the centre with almost $130,000 to run
the Decolonising Western Australian First Nations Languages
Conference in October.
Image: Image by Shutterstock
Produced By: Conrad MacLean
Featured In Story: Susan Hanson Manager from the Goldfields Aboriginal Language Centre, and Jack Sullivan Exchange student from Yale University in Australia
First aired on The Wire, Tuesday 25 July 2023
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16:26
Whats the media role on stories of people being killed? "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
When a family member or a close friend passes
away, its a difficult task to dimension, but its even bigger when a
person is killed in different circumstances.
The media often plays a role in sharing the stories of
families whose loved ones have been killed, but not all stories are
shared equally.
So whats the medias role in
this issue?
Image: Image by Micha Karo from Pixabay
Produced By: Ash Taylor
Featured In Story: Associate Professor Sarah Wayland Discipline Lead Social Work Faculty of Medicine and Health at the University of New England
First aired on The Wire, Tuesday 25 July 2023
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Whats the media role on stories of people being killed? "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
When a family member or a close friend passes
away, its a difficult task to dimension, but its even bigger when a
person is killed in different circumstances.
The media often plays a role in sharing the stories of
families whose loved ones have been killed, but not all stories are
shared equally.
So whats the medias role in
this issue?
Image: Image by Micha Karo from Pixabay
Produced By: Ash Taylor
Featured In Story: Associate Professor Sarah Wayland Discipline Lead Social Work Faculty of Medicine and Health at the University of New England
First aired on The Wire, Tuesday 25 July 2023
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16:07
Separate Aboriginal nation-state to be created after Voice referendum "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
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16:04
Grindr employees unionize due to CEOs murky politics "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
Grindr employees recently announced that they have started a union due to a rise in anti-LGBTQIA+ legislation and the current CEOs history of backing of right wing politicians. In a press release, the employees announced that a large number of workers at the company had created a union called Grindr United through the labor union ...
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16:02
Congressional Concerns: Stalling Nuclear Submarines for Australia "IndyWatch Feed Enviro.au"
Australian Independent Media July 23, 2023, Dr Binoy Kampmark
Any security arrangement with too many variables and multiple contingencies, risks stuttering and keeling over. Critical delays might be suffered, attributable to a number of factors beyond the parties concerned. Disputes and disagreements may surface. Such an arrangement is AUKUS, where the number of cooks risk spoiling any meal they promise to cook.
The main dish here comprises the nuclear-powered submarines that are meant to make their way to Australian shores, both in terms of purchase and construction. It marks what the US, UK and Australia describe as the first pillar of the agreement. Ostensibly, they are intended for the island continents self-defence, declared as wholesomely and even desperately necessary in these dangerous times. Factually, they are intended as expensive toys for willing vassals, possibly operated by Australian personnel, at the beckon call of US naval and military forces, monitoring Chinese forces and any mischief they might cause.
While the agreement envisages the creation of specific AUKUS submarines using a British design, supplemented by US technology and Australian logistics, up to three Virgini...
16:00
Duttons Nuclear Folly: Small Modular Reactors a political mirage "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
by Rex Patrick | Jul 23, 2023 https://michaelwest.com.au/duttons-nuclear-folly-small-modular-reactors-a-political-mirage/
As Peter Dutton talks up nuclear power, it is not surprising to see Andrew Liveris shifting his pitch from a gas led recovery to a call for Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) to be considered for the 2032 Brisbane Olympics. Dutton is engaged in politics, Liveris in fantasy. Rex Patrick reports on the nuclear distraction.
Whats a Small Modular Reactor?
Small modular reactors (SMRs) are nuclear powered reactors with an electrical power output of less than 300 megawatts (MW).
Theres potential for these reactors to be mass produced and deployed at significantly lower costs to traditional nuclear reactors to replace coal and gas fired power plants with low carbon, base-load, synchronous power generation.
But for a sunburnt country with an abundance of space, they will never compete with solar a...
Wireless technology poses credible risk on wildlife "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
Research has exposed the risks posed by electromagnetic radiation from Wi-Fi and cell towers to birds, mammals, insects and even plants, writes Reynard Loki.
THERE IS GROWING evidence that our addiction to cell phones could be impacting brain functionality and be the cause of stress, anxiety, insomnia, and a lack of attention and focus.
A 2017 report found that human beings are not the only living things to be affected by societys increasing dependence on wireless technology. Mammals, birds, insects and even plants are likely being harmed by the electromagnetic radiation (EMR) emanating from Wi-Fi, cell phone towers, broadcast transmitters and power lines, according to an analysis of 97 peer-reviewed studies conducted by EKLIPSE, a biodiversity and ecosystem project funded by the European Union.
Impact on birds
The researchers said that evidence is accumulating that mammals (e.g. bats and mice) have a magnetic sense that is affected by radio-frequency-modulated electromagnetic fields (RF-EMR). Birds in particular may be highly susceptible. The researchers found that even weak magnetic fields in the radio frequency range can disrupt birds magnetoreception, their ability to use the Earths magnetic fields to orient themselves and find their way home.
Homing pigeons are well-known for their magnetoreception, but this sense has also been detected in other animals like red foxes. There is evidence that even large mammals like deer use the planets magnetic fields to sense direction. A number of invertebrates, including worms, molluscs and fruit flies also use this ability.
One...
15:59
Unsmoking the World: The Philip Morris Rebranding Effort "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
God really must love Philip Morris. (John Safran, Haaretz, Nov. 29, 2021). John Safran is a scamp, but in the finest tradition of investigative ones. With the enthusiasm of a bloodhound, he gets wind of a scent and goes for it. Of recent interest to his gonzo style of comedic yet lethal line of inquiry
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15:57
SOUNDCHECK: JULY 24 30 "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
Soundcheck is made possible thanks to Inner West Council.
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15:54
The Great Ocean Roads dedicated Hot Chocolate Festival is back for the entire month of August "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
As the winter months take hold, theres nothing quite like wrapping your hands around a warm cup of hot chocolate to embrace the frosty chill. But forget about the old-school powdered versionsits time to step into the brave new world of hot chocolate bliss, where the cocoa game has levelled up with exotic flavours and daring combinations.
Prepare yourselves, chocoholics, because this August, the Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie is bringing back its annual Hot Chocolate Festival, serving up a staggering array of 31 delicious and tantalizing hot chocolate flavours to warm your soul throughout the entire month.
Keep up with the latest food and booze news across the region here.
Just like the Rocky Road Festival, Ice Cream Festival, and Brownie Festival that have stolen our hearts before, the Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie (alongside other venues the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie and the Mornington Peninsula Chocolaterie) will enchant you with its hot chocolate wonderland. Whether you choose to savour the experience in their delightful caf or indulge in the comfort of your own home with their DIY hot chocolate kits, prepare for a cocoa-infused journey like no other.
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15:05
Iconic Aussie band Taxiride are performing a special show in Bannockburn this August "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
<p><p><p>Iconic Australian rock band Taxiride is heading to <a href= "https://www.bannockburnhotel.com.au/">the Bannockburn Railway Hotel</a> in August.</p> <p>Bringing the house down with their timeless tunes and irresistible melodies, the band will perform a monster show at the Railway on Saturday, 5 August featuring all their iconic hits from the years gone by.</p> <h3>Taxiride at Bannockburn</h3> <ul> <li>Taxiride performing at the Bannockburn Railway Hotel on Saturday 5 August</li> <li>Bringing along hits such as Creepin Up Slowly, How I Got This Way and Afterglow</li> <li>Tickets are on sale now</li> </ul> <p class="p1"><b><i>Keep up with the latest music news, festivals, interviews and reviews </i></b><a href= "https://fortemag.com.au/music/"><span class= "s1"><b><i>here</i></b></span></a><b><i>.</i></b></p> <p>1997 saw the stunning arrival of <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/taxirideofficial/">Taxiride</a>, four young Melbourne musicians with vocal harmonies reminiscent of 60s bands Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young and The Beatles, who were to dominate Australian radio for the next 5 years and become one of Australias biggest musical exports for the 1990s & 2000s
Crafted over two years in Melbourne and Los Angeles, their debut album Imaginate took the Australian Music Charts by storm, claiming the coveted Number 1 spot and leaving fans craving more. And more they got, with four hit singles, including the unforgettable Get Set and the radio-favorite Everywhere You Go (seriously, you couldnt turn on the radio in 2000 without hearing it!).</p> <p>But the ride didnt stop there. Taxirides second album, Garage Mahal, propelled them even further into the limelight with their massive hit Creepin Up Slowly dominating the airwaves in 2002. The song was an absolute earworm, and it seemed like everyone was singing along. The bands popularity reached new heights, earning them a spot in the Top 30 charts in the States and taking them on tour across the US, Japan, and Europe.</p> <p>Though two more albums would follow in 2005 and 2006, Taxiride would ultimately call it quits in 2008, reuniting in 2015, older, wiser, and more mature as musicians and friends, treating fans to a <a href= "https://fortemag.com.au/taxiride-announce-garage-mahal-20th-anniversary-show-in-hepburn-springs/"> limited run</a> of incredible shows.</p> <p>And now, theyre back, performing with an altered lineup of founding members Tim Watson and Tim Wild on guitar and vocals, drummer Sean McLeod, bassist Andrew McIvor, and Taylor Sheridan, and without founding lead vocalist and guitarist Jason Singh, ready to set the stage on fire with their new live performances.</p> <...
15:03
The Big Switch "IndyWatch Feed Economics.au"
Our neighbour came over for an apero yesterday. She told us about her poor father:
Hes 96 years old. He and my mother have been married more than 70 years. But he pointed to her last week and asked me: Whos that woman?
Its sad. Hes lived in that house for 50 yearsbut he cant remember where the bathroom is.
When he got the COVID virus, we all thought he was going to die. But he just lost his mind.
What has to happen will happen, sooner or later. Often, it takes longer than you expect.
The Fed has increased its key lending rate faster and more than any Fed ever did. But the stock market hasnt crashed. Unemployment is still low. And were still waiting for the recession.
How come?
The big switch
Last week, we were exploring the issue. The secret, we believe, is that the federales have lost their minds. The Trump Team went bonkers in the COVID Hysteria with a deficit of US$4.2 trillion in 2020then the Biden Bunch followed up with another US$1.4 trillion deficit in 2021.
In the meantime
Its still inflate or die. But now, consumer prices are coming downand the economy still lives. The reason, we believe, is that the source of inflation has largely switched from the monetary front (the Feds interest rates) to the fiscal front (federal deficits). The Fed is still lending at around zero cost in real terms. But now, in addition, the federal government is running the biggest budget deficits in history.
Inflation refers, technically, to an increase in the money supplywhich typically leads to an increase in prices. In todays global economy, you dont even have to spike your own punchbowl; about half of the worlds central banks are still lending money below the inflation ratesome as low as 6% below consumer price increases. Some of it is likely to leak in your direction.
But there are other ways to enliven a party. Turn up the music. Bring in a stripper. Pass out the hard drugs.
For the last 12 months, the US Government has been throwing the biggest shindig in history spending about $130 billion per week or nearly 14% more than the year beforeand 40% more than before the COVID era blowout.
Bank bailoutsthe slaughter in Ukrainea boondoggle for the silicon chip industry it adds up. And now, Government spending is headed toward 39% of the US economy (see below). Not since the Second World War has so much of US output been squandered by the Government.
Bananaless republic
The federales are taking charge of everything deciding which industries will prosper and which wont which news reports are disinformation, and which are truthtelling foreigners what kind of governments they must have, where their borders should be, and with whom they should tra...
15:03
When the Long-Term Becomes Short Term "IndyWatch Feed Economics.au"
For those baffled by Wall Streets miraculous recovery in 2023, todays morning edition of Sky News solved the mystery
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Bad news for the Bullspark rangers have now released the Bear.
Watch out. Grrrrr.
Two long term trends on a collision course
In last Tuesdays Daily Reckoning Australia, we looked at the powerful drivers that propelled the S&P 500 to an extraordinary 48-fold gain over the past four decades.
The period of gain which has been almost, but not quite, all my adult life is why we expect the share market to be our retirement benefactor for the remainder of our adult lives.
It has gone on for so long that we simply expect itll continue in a business as usual fashion. But thats not how long-term cycles work.
There are prolonged periods of outperformance followed by underperformance.
Even the US Federal Reserve recognises the factors behind the last four decades of outperformance on Wall Street, are all but exhausted.
To quote from last weeks Daily Reckoning Australia
In June 2023, the Fed published this discussion paper
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14:56
Protected: In brief: Planning deregulation, Housing Supply and Affordability "IndyWatch Feed Economics.au"
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14:34
Ukraine Bushmasters to be fitted with EOS R400 remote weapon systems "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
EOS Defense Systems USA, a subsidiary of EOS, is supplying positioning components for L3Harris VAMPIRE Vehicle-Agnostic Modular Palletized ISR Rocket Equipment through our EOS AS-65 gimbal, under a US Department of Defense contract to deliver 14 VAMPIRE multi-purpose weapon systems to Ukraine earlier this year. The EOS AS-65 gimbal technology joins more than 40 EOS []
14:29
As potential corruption revealed, Albanese Government must urgently evacuate the survivors of offshore detention "IndyWatch Feed National"
The Albanese Government must immediately evacuate the 75 remaining survivors of offshore detention from Papua New Guinea and shut down its detention centres on Nauru, as it accounts for the multi-million-dollar secret payments that have propped up offshore detention over the past decade.
Investigative reports this week have revealed multi-million-dollar payments by government contractors to politicians in Papua New Guinea and Nauru. Reports suggest that these payments were made with the knowledge of the Department of Home Affairs, and even senior government figures in Australia.
It has also been revealed that the former Morrison government entered a secret deal with the Papua New Guinean Government to continue payments to provide for the 75 people left behind in PNG. This came after PNGs Supreme Court shut down formal regional processing arrangements and the Australian Government claimed to have no ongoing involvement.
Together, these reports reveal the corruption and duplicity at the heart of offshore detention. They also raise serious questions around the Albanese Governments continued expenditure on regional processing operations in both Nauru and PNG.
In light of these reports, the Human Rights Law Centre is calling on the Albanese Government to immediately bring the 75 people still remaining in Papua New Guinea to Australia and provide permanent safety, as a first step to ending the long-running and systematic abuse.
Farhad Bandesh, an artist and musician who was previously detained on Manus Island, said:
In Manus Island, we saw everyday acts of corruption, exploitation and censorship that were designed to keep us detained and keep the detention camp operating. Now, we hear that this kind of corruption was likely widespread, and could have involved senior politicians and officials on both sides. This is what happens when a government creates opportunities for people to profit from the torture of other people. This is the reality of a system designed to create suffering. The only solution now is to bring all the people remaining in Papua New Guinea to safety, and shut down this system once and for all.
Mehrdad, an engineer who was previously detained on Manus Island, said:
I was detained for years on Manus, attacked in the riots that cost Reza Berati his life. Australian-funded contractors were allowed to attack and kill us Australian tax dollars paid for what was done to me. I have friends from that time who are still stuck in PNG. Before a Royal Commission or any investigation, the governments first responsibility is to bring everyone to safety.
Sanmati Verma, Managing Lawyer at the Human Rights Law Centre said:
T...
14:05
Death in the Sauna: Dennis Altman talks new murder mystery novel "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
QNews Andrew M Potts speaks with veteran activist and author Dennis Altman about his new murder mystery novel Death in the Sauna. Where did the inspiration for this book come from? For some decades Ive had in my mind this idea that a gay sauna would be the perfect place to commit a murder, so ...
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14:00
Australian Dollar and Bitcoin "IndyWatch Feed National"
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13:25
Step into a World of Magic and Creativity at Geelongs first Wonder Childrens Festival "IndyWatch Feed Allstate"
Get ready to embark on a magical journey with the Geelong Arts Centres inaugural Wonder Childrens Festival, running from 16 to 21 October.
Designed for arts adventurers aged up to 12 years, this festival is designed to captivate hearts and minds with a lineup of enchanting events that will leave guests in awe.
Stay up to date with whats happening within the regions art scene here.
The Geelong Arts Centres Wonder Childrens Festival promises an unforgettable experience for families and school groups, with a mix of free and ticketed events. It includes headline performances from the incredible Indigenous dance powerhouse, Bangarra, and the pioneers of local childrens entertainment, The Mik Maks. And thats just the beginning!
The festival also offers First Nations dance workshops, Tweens disco night for all the dancing stars out there, and even the opportunity to create music using real-life plants with Playable Streets.
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13:16
Mobile dentist van to visit four local schools "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
Kids in regional and remote Northern NSW communities will have a faster and more convenient trip to the dentist thanks to a new mobile dental van operating in the region, the state government says.
The service is an extension of the NSW Health Primary School Mobile Dental Program, and Northern NSW Local Health District Oral Health Service is running a pilot program to visit several local primary schools throughout 2023.
It has already visited Bonalbo Central School, and will
also attend schools in Urbenville, Tabulam and Kyogle over the
coming weeks.
Dr Angie Nilsson, Clinical Director Oral Health Services, said primary school children are at an important point in their dental journey as their adult teeth start to come through.
Were helping kids set good oral health practices for life and ensuring they get the best start for healthy teeth and gums, Dr Nilsson said.
It can take more than two hours for some of our communities to travel to access the public dental service, and in areas with limited public transport options, its even more of a challenge.
The services will include check-ups, cleans, x-rays and other preventive treatments and will help to set children on a path to good dental health for life.
Member for Lismore Janelle Saffin said she was pleased to see the service would visit four primary schools across Northern NSW.
Some regional and remote communities in our region experience significant barriers to dental care, so this is a really wonderful initiative to bring preventive healthcare to some of our youngest residents, Ms Saffin said.
Bonalbo Central School was the first school to host the dental van in May, with close to 100 percent of the primary school children receiving check-ups.
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13:07
"IndyWatch Feed Vic" "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
Sorry, the critically acclaimed British indie band, is set to embark on their debut headline tour of Australia and New Zealand this October!
Thanks to I OH YOU and Frontier Touring, five electrifying shows are lined up in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Auckland, and Wellington, with an additional festival slot at Yours and Owls Festival, Wollongong on 15 October.
Sorry 2023 Australia and New Zealand Tour
Thursday 12 October Brightside | Brisbane, QLD
Friday 13 October Night Cat | Melbourne, VIC
Tuesday 17 October Oxford Arts Factory | Sydney, NSW
Thursday 19 October San Fran | Wellington, NZ
Friday 20 October Neck of the Woods | Auckland, NZ
Keep up with the latest music news, festivals, interviews and reviews here.
Coming fresh off their 20-date European tour after dropping their celebrated album Anywhere But Here via Domino, Sorry has emerged from Brixtons Windmill scene, sharing stages with Shame, Goat Girl, and Black Midi. Their music blends lo-fi sounds of grunge, trap, and shoegaze, creating a unique and captivating musical world thats impossible to resist. NME raved about their latest album, saying it frequently takes sudden turns that you dont see coming, adding to the excitement of their upcoming tour.
The band, composed of Asha Lorenz (vox/guitar), Louis OBryen (vox/guitar), Lincoln Barrett (drums), Campbell Baum (bass), and Marco Pini (electronics), started as a duo with high school friends Asha and Louis, each releasing solo projects on Soundcloud before joining forces.
Since signing with Domino in 2020, alongside musical giants like Arctic Monkeys and Franz Ferdinand, Sorry released their debut studio album 925, produced by Lana Del Rey and Gorillaz producer, Jamie Dring. It received rave reviews, with triple j declaring it the best debut album of the year and Pitchfork hailing it as a deeply self-aware debut worthy of being taken seriously even when its not serious.
The albums success propelled them to sold-out shows across Europe, a spot at Glastonbury in 2022, and a showcase at SXSW in 2021.
Tickets to see Sorry on the Australia and New Zealand tour go on sale at 1pm on Friday, July 28th, with a presale for Frontier Touring members opening at 11am on Wednesday, July 26th. Grab yours here.
The post Sorry...
12:48
Climate Change: Turning the supertanker around "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
Newsroom reports on StatsNZ's latest estimate of greenhouse gas emissions, and the news is hopeful: gross emissions have dropped, and are now at their lowest level in at least nine years:
A drop in greenhouse gas emissions due to Covid-19 measures was sustained well beyond the end of movement restrictions and lockdowns, new data shows.Digging into the detail, the biggest drops were in electricity generation, manufacturing, and agriculture and forestry. Part of this is weather-related - its been a good year for hydro, so a bad year for coal and gas. But manufacturing emissions have dropped because major polluters have closed down (e.g. Marsden Point) or are cleaning up in response to (then-)high carbon prices. As for agriculture and forestry, in December 2022 we had had years of rising carbon prices, and so years of dirty inefficient farming being replaced by clean, efficient trees. Unfortunately transport emissions are still rising, but there's a clear policy path which should turn that around as well. And we're still well behind other developed countries, which have reduced their emissions significantly while ours have risen.In fact, climate pollution continued to fall through all of 2022, with the December 2022 quarter delivering the lowest figure in at least nine years barring the period covering the first lockdown, Statistics New Zealand reported on Thursday. While the pace of the decline isn't yet sufficient to meet New Zealand's climate goals, it suggests we have well and truly bent the emissions curve and are on our (slow but steady) way to a net-zero economy.
...which leaves us with the giant cow in the room. While agricultural emissions have dropped slightly, its not nearly by enough. we need real policy in this area, and the government's he waka eke noa bullshit won't cut it. Either we need to price agricultural emissions by including them in the ETS at the processor level, or we need to use a regulatory scheme of using the NAIT database to cap cow numbers and manage them down directly. The alternative is an unmanaged decline, as Fonterra destroys its own markets and the cyclones they cause destroy their production. Having actual policy seems less cruel.
12:39
Ending Native Forest Logging Is Within Reach: Bob Brown Foundations Jenny Weber on the National Campaign "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
Mid-July saw yet another Australian locked up over an environmental protest. This time it was 47-year-old veterinarian Dr Colette Harmsen, who was protesting mining in northwest Tasmania, which was in breach of a suspended sentence imposed upon her for an earlier antilogging...
The post Ending Native Forest Logging Is Within Reach: Bob Brown Foundations Jenny Weber on the National Campaign appeared first on Sydney Criminal Lawyers.
12:37
HoMie and Disney Unite for a Sustainable Fashion Statement on International Friendship Day "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
Get ready for a magical fashion extravaganza as Melbourne-based social enterprise, HoMie, and global storyteller Disney team up once again to create their first upcycled streetwear collection REBORN by HoMie and Disney.
The capsule collection drops on International Friendship Day, July 30th, with 100% of profits going towards HoMies noble mission of supporting young people affected by homelessness or hardship.
Stay up to date with whats happening within the regions art scene here.
The limited-edition range of 100 one-of-a-kind garments is a testament to their shared values and commitment to repurposing leftover products. For the first time in Australia, another apparel label has upcycled Disney materials, giving a new lease of life to pre-loved items and excess stock from both brands.
From patchwork hoodies to matching tee sets, the genderless collection is a celebration of the magic of friendship and features Disneys beloved Sensational Six: Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Pluto, Goofy, Donald Duck, and Daisy Duck. The Sensational Six have been through countless adventures together, staying true to each other and cherishing their unique friendship styles.
Fashion fans and Disney devotees alike can rejoice in this collection, honouring their own meaningful connections while supporting a community initiative that creates brighter futures for vulnerable young people. Wearing items from this range means actively contributing to HoMies mission of fostering positive change within the community.
The range is particularly special as it was handcrafted by one of HoMies talented alumni, embodying the brands core values of creativity, sustainability, and social impact. And yes, every item is a unique piece of art, infused with the power of authentic connections and the friendship between HoMie and Disney.
If you havent heard of them, HoMie, a Melbourne-based streetwear label and social enterprise, is making a positive impact by supporting young people affected by homelessness and hardship. Equipping them with skills, confidence, and experiences, HoMies two social impact programs The HoMie Pathway Alliance and HoMi...
12:17
Incompetent leadership of ADF led to neglect and abuse of military service personnel "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
SAS soldiers on patrol in Afghanistan Dr Dan Mealey, a former SAS doctor who served in Afghanistan, comments on the persecution of Ben Roberts-Smith VC. Anyone who values our Defence Force members, knows how important it is for anyone who has served in our Special Forces (including those accused of war crimes and their accusers) to remain []
12:16
Peeling off scabs in Botany Bay "IndyWatch Feed National"
In Spring 2020, when an operator set up a company paying bottom-of-the-barrel rates in a crude attempt at scraping a profit out of the lines by undercutting the militant members of the MUA, the workers of port botany went feral. Led by the lines crew, construction workers, train drivers, university lecturers, teachers and students drove the scabs out.
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12:16
Tight contests against Ammos "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
Voice photographer Ivan Kemp was at Queens Park Reserve in Highton to capture footy and netball action from Ocean Groves round 15 matches against Geelong Amateur.
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12:14
Improved Grubbers down in thriller "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
The evidence is there for all to see.
Ocean Groves past three games, while resulting in losses, have emphasised just how this team has come this season.
A combined margin of 29 points against top two sides Barwon Heads and Torquay and fifth placed Geelong Amateur means that the young Grubbers are staying in matches for longer than they were during the first of the season.
Ammos have beaten Ocean Grove by six and three points this season, but the round 15 loss on Saturday July 22 may have been one of the better performances of the year.
Coach Dave Farrell said his side was learning all the time.
On the surface it doesnt seem the players confidences have been done any harm over the last few weeks, he said.
Each week weve had a number of changes forced through injury and unavailability, which has confirmed the depth of our list is developing, theres a number of players prepared to come in and play their role and trust what the coaching group have put in place.
Farrell said the past three games have been complete or near to in concentration and application.
You cant control full games but you can stay in them and where our group was having big lapses earlier in the year, periods that we struggled to have any control over Im hopeful we have seen the last of them, he said.
To see that application for one week or two weeks you could be forgiven for remaining sceptical, but for a third week in a row under a lot of opposition pressure gives me huge confidence that type of footy is behind us.
What Ocean Grove needs to do now is learn how to win the close ones.
Experience and onfield leadership are key in close games, were tracking well in our development in both areas and learnt heaps form the last three minutes against Ammos especially, Farrell said.
You can train to scenarios, time and scores but to play under those conditions is tough and an invaluable experience.
We had a couple of chances, long shots at goal inside the last two minutes then they were able to control the ball and create a couple of stoppages which shut the game down completely.
Ocean Grove faces Modewarre and Anglesea in the next fortnight. Both teams are fighting for a finals spot. The Grubbers finish off with Queenscliff in the final round, a game they might expect to win.
Sounds cliche but internally once finals became a distant chance this year we doubled down on our focus being game method development and not losing control of games, Farrell said.
We have narrowed our focus further rather than be all out result to make sure we are in a position where we can win games with 10 minutes left.
A smarter person than me would likely draw the conclusion that that hasnt helped us inside the last 10 minutes to close out any of the last three games, but it does feel internally it keeps us all focused on process over result for now....
12:07
NBA Megastar Derrick Rose is coming to Australia for the first time "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
Its official, basketball fans NBA megastar Derrick Rose is heading to Australia!
As part of an exclusive speaking event series, the MVP award-winning player will be touring the Land Down Under for the very first time, thanks to 24 Calibre, bringing Derrick Rose, Live to Melbournes Timber Yard on August 25th and Sydneys Darling Harbour Theatre on August 27th.
But thats not all young aspiring ballers are in for a treat as Rose will also be holding exclusive basketball camps at Wolves Stadium in Sydney and MSAC in Melbourne.
Derrick Rose, Live Tour Details:
The Timber Yard, Melbourne August 25th
Darling Harbour Theatre Sydney, Sydney August 27th
Derrick Rose Training Camps:
MSAC, Melbourne August 26th
Sydney Wolves Stadium, Sydney August 27th
Keep up with the latest in local news and entertainment here.
Derrick Rose is a name synonymous with electrifying basketball talent, and this tour promises nothing less. Widely regarded as one of the most exciting players in NBA history, Roses dynamic skills, vision, and ability to create scoring opportunities have left fans in awe. From his explosive drives to the basket to acrobatic finishes and impressive playmaking abilities, hes a force to be reckoned with on and off the court.
Roses impact was felt from the very beginning when he was selected as the first overall pick by the Chicago Bulls in the 2008 NBA Draft. He wasted no time making waves as a rookie and clinched the NBA Rookie of the Year Award. His playing style and calm demeanour under pressure have earned him a legion of fans worldwide.
I cant wait to get down under this August, he says. This will be my first trip to Australia and Im excited to run the training camps for the kids over there and talk with the fans at the speaking events.
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12:03
Family devastated after bullied Qld trans boy takes his life "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
A heartbroken Queensland family has pleaded for change after a transgender teenager took his own life after he was tormented by bullies at school. Onyx John, who had recently begun identifying as male, took his own life at home in Beaudesert on July 16. The 13-year-old gentle soul was in Year 7 at Beaudesert State ...
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12:00
Voice Referendum a step closer to an Australian republic "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
With Australia boasting one of the world's most progressive societies, the upcoming Voice Referendum is a chance to make history, writes Kaijin Solo.
*Also listen to the "https://open.spotify.com/episode/2bRral3PfhPKFUcSj0G7x3" target= "_blank">HERE.
THE STATUE of Alexander the Invincible was sighed upon in 80 BC for not having yet conquered the world.
Then, 1,998 years later, we finally ended the War to End all Wars in 1918.
Or so we thought.
Another 18 years later, this tumorous root belched forth its rancid strident rancour in the striated jugular, bulging eyeballs and pounding fists of Goerings Puppet, as Jessie Owens became the star of the 1936 Olympics in Berlin.
We, still reeling from the numbness of a depression brought on by the fiscal gluttony of our Roaring Twenties, watched and did nothing as it spread through the body of Europe.
World War 2 started in 1939.
Six years later, the panic-driven scientific laboratory research compact brought on by the lust for the ultimate alternative to ammonia reached critical mass in Nagasaki and Hiroshima. Nuclear was the new black.
Three years later, we declared our solemn intention to never do these things again when the newly formed United Nations General Assembly ratified the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and c...
11:27
Elegant Evenings in Vegas: Discover Mature Escorts "IndyWatch Feed Economics.au"
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Remember its not just about the parties or the games. Its about the moments. The shared laughter, the engaging conversations, the quiet companionship under the Vegas night sky. These are the moments that make your...
11:23
The Bronx announce 20th Anniversary Australian tour "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
Californian punk rockers, The Bronx, are coming back to Australia in November 2023 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of their debut album, The Bronx (I).
Theyll hit up Melbournes Northcote Theatre, Brisbanes Triffid, Sydneys Metro Theatre, Adelaides The Gov, and Perths Magnet House. And theyre not coming alonejoining them on this epic tour are the sensational Civic (Aus) and 68 (USA).
The Bronx Australian Tour
- Melbourne: Northcote Theatre, Friday, November 17
- Brisbane: Triffid, Saturday, November 18
- Sydney: Metro Theatre, Sunday, November 19
- Adelaide: The Gov, Tuesday, November 21
- Perth: Magnet House, Wednesday, November 22
Keep up with the latest music news, festivals, interviews and reviews here.
With over two decades of experience, this LA-based band has made a name for themselves with their heart-pounding performances and unapologetic sound. Theyve released six original albums as The Bronx and three under their alter ego, Mariachi El Bronx, showcasing their diverse musical prowess.
Both iterations of the legendary SoCal outfit have been hailed for harnessing the unleashed cries of youthful blue-collar anguish (Los Angeles Times), and for writing hard-hitting and catchy hard rock tracks (Loudwire). The Bronx is Matt Caughthran (vocals), Joby J. Ford (guitar), Ken Horne (guitar), Brad Magers (bass) and Joey Castillo (drums).
Joining the party is Civic, the Melbourne-based band thats taking the punk scene by storm. With their debut album, Future Forecast, receiving critical acclaim and their sophomore album, Taken By Force, captivating fans worldwide, Civic is a force to be reckoned with. Prepare to be blown away by their high-energy sets and electrifying frontman, Jim McCullough.
Last but not least, 68 is here to bring a little rock, a little blues, and a whole lot of hardcore to the stage. Led by Josh Scogin and Nikko Yamada, this dynamic duo is known for their explosive performances and genre-blending music. Get ready to be mesmerized by their raw passion and irresistible groove.
Tickets go on sale at 10 am (local time) on Friday, July 28. Get yours here.
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11:17
Code of silence: Did the ADF threaten a Ben Roberts-Smith witness with criminal charges? "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
Published 23 July 2023 By Finn McHugh Source: SBS News The Australian Defence Force has been accused of attempting to impose a code of silence on a soldier who said he witnessed Ben Roberts-Smith kick an unarmed Afghan man off a cliff. The ADF has been accused of threatening a potential war crimes witness with []
11:14
Shores United U/12s target minor premiership as undefeated run continues "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
Shores United U/12s mixed team continued their undefeated run
this season by beating Eureka 40 at home on the Bob Bellear sports
field last weekend.
The team is currently undefeated with their worst result a 11 draw
against Ballina.
The team has two games to go before the finals start.
All members of the team have their own individual talents that make
them gel really well together when they are playing on the field.
They are great young people making memories and friendships to last
a lifetime, according to coaches Matt and Nathan.
The post Shores United U/12s target minor premiership as undefeated run continues appeared first on The Echo.
11:09
Local bowls players come second after marathon State Pairs finals day "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
Brunswick Heads Womens Bowling Club came a close second after a
big day at the Tweed Byron District Womens Bowling Association
(TBDWBA) State Pairs competition held at Kingscliff earlier this
month.
The clubs Kerry Dexter (skip) and Sherril Pearce went straight
through to the semi-final against Pottsville after a bye in the
first game.
Pottsville took the lead early in the game. We fought back and on
the last end the scores were 18 all. This meant another deciding
end had to be played, Kerry said.
It came down to both skips having each of their bowls close to the
jack and the umpire had to be called to measure, with Brunswick
winning the game by millimetres, 1918.
This game lasted four hours and 25 minutes, far longer than the
average of roughly 33.5 hours.
The final started an hour late and we played against Kingscliff.
They took the lead and we fought back equalling the score at one
stage, but on the 19th end it was decided not to play the last two
ends due to failing light with Kingscliff leading 2411, Kerry
said.
We were very happy to be runners up in this competition and worked
out we played 8hrs 50mins of bowls on the day.
The post Local bowls players come second after marathon State Pairs finals day appeared first on The Echo.
11:06
10:53
TRT World interview on Israels judicial reforms "IndyWatch Feed National"
I joined International broadcaster TRT World to discuss Israels so-called judicial reforms which are (mostly) about protecting Jewish supremacy at the expense of the Palestinians.
The post TRT World interview on Israels judicial reforms appeared first on Antony Loewenstein.
10:53
Ridin Hearts is Australias major new one-day country music festival "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
<p><p><p>Get ready to saddle up and experience the ride of a lifetime as Ridin Hearts Festival rolls into Sydney and Melbourne this November, bringing the vibrant spirit of country music to the city like never before. From the team that brings you CMC Rocks, the one-day festival promises an impressive line-up of country music stars, igniting the hearts of loyal country fans and those curious about the genre alike.</p> <p>Set to take place as the weather heats up and summer creeps in, Ridin Hearts will serve up country charm in the city. On Saturday 4 November, the Sydney Showground will come alive with undeniable energy that only country music can deliver. The festival will then head to Melbourne Showgrounds on Sunday 5 November.</p> <h3>Ridin Hearts lineup</h3> <ul> <li>Bailey Zimmerman (USA)</li> <li>Danielle Bradbery (USA)</li> <li>Sam Barber (USA)</li> <li>Matt Schuster (USA)</li> <li>Seaforth (AU)</li> <li>Alana Springsteen (USA)</li> <li>Sara Berki (AU)</li> <li>Zac & George (AU)
- VAVO (USA)
Keep up with the latest music news, festivals, interviews and reviews </i></b><a href= "https://fortemag.com.au/music/"><span class= "s1"><b><i>here</i></b></span></a><b><i>.</i></b></p> <p>Complete with two stages, experiential bars, market stalls, mouth-watering food to satisfy every craving, plus some of the best local and international artists around, Ridin Hearts is raising a glass to all things country.</p> <p>So grab your boots and dust off your hat, Ridin Hearts is ready to create memories that will last a lifetime.</p> <h3>Ridin Hearts dates and locations</h3> <ul type="disc"> <li>Saturday November 4 | Sydney Showground | Sydney NSW (18+)</li> <li>Sunday November 5 | Melbourne Showgrounds | Melbourne VIC (18+)</li> </ul> <p>In its inaugural year, Ridin Hearts General Admission Tickets will be available for $179, along with Jolenes Diamond Ticket for $379. Jolenes Diamond Ticket will offer patrons additional perks to enjoy the festival in style, including an exclusive bar and seating, complimentary welcome cocktail, souvenir laminate, phone charging facilities, premium toilets and powder stations to help keep the country glam on point all in an extra special space filled with comfort, convenience and good vibes.</p> <p>Ridin Hearts Festival is a fresh twist on country music. Its not your regular hoedown, its a one-day music extravaganza for loyal country fans, the country curious, and any music lover.</p> <h3>Bailey Zimmerman to headline</h3> <p>Headlining the festival is US country star Bailey Zimmerman, who has captured the hearts of fans everywh...
10:52
Local league teams face tough run to the finals "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
Local rugby league fans have seen the chances of their teams
making the finals slip away after enduring losses before last
weekends bye.
The Byron Bay Red Devils took on the Bilambil Jets in round 13
after travelling north and came away with a 3418 loss.
A win would have put them in sixth place on the competition ladder,
with a finals berth if they held on.
As it is they sit in eighth place with 13 competition points on a
congested ladder.
To make the finals they have to get past Evans Head (16), Tweed
Coast (16), Cudgen (14), Lower Clarence (14).
Mullumbimby Giants lost to Marist Brothers 2428, and sit in tenth
place on 11 points.
While both teams can theoretically still make the finals a lot
would have to go their way.
The first stumbling block is this weekend as both sides take on top
teams.
This Sunday Mullumbimby hosts Ballina, the competition leader,
before taking on third-placed Northern United, the week after.
The Red Devils host Evans Head (fourth-placed) this Sunday, before
playing away to Ballina Seagulls in the final round.
On the up side both sides have a bye, and two competition points,
over the three-week run to the finals.
The post Local league teams face tough run to the finals appeared first on The Echo.
10:45
Mater Parenting Support Centre celebrates 10,000th patient. "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
The Mater Mothers Parenting Support Centre at South Brisbane has celebrated a major milestone with mum-of-three Lily Majstorovic becoming the 10,000th patient cared for at the clinic after giving birth to her []
The post Mater Parenting Support Centre celebrates 10,000th patient. first appeared on Westender.
10:35
10:15
Deranged Democrats pursue Trump through courts "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
Ron DeSantis presidential candidate: Democrats sending America down a scary road Joe Biden is planning to arrest Donald Trump a second time. Never before has a sitting President weaponized the justice system to jail his leading opponent. Donald Trump broke the news that Democrat prosecutor Jack Smith sent him a target letter over the weekend []
10:12
The Race to exploit Critical Minerals amidst governance concerns in Zambia "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
The Race to exploit Critical Minerals amidst governance concerns in Zambia
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10:02
For universities the Accord interim report proposes a more extreme "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
The Australian Universities Accord interim report recommends overturning the most controversial Job-ready Graduates policy, using student contribution price signals to guide student course choices.
But overall the Accord interim report and Job-ready Graduates have strong parallels. They both take a utilitarian view of higher education, that its purpose is to provide benefits to others rather than being of any intrinsic value. Universities exist to meet skills needs, find practical uses for research, contribute to their local communities, and promote equity. The main difference is the interim report proposals are, with student contributions the main exception, more extreme and interventionist than Job-ready Graduates.
Substantially reduced university autonomy
Historically universities in Australia and other western countries have operated with a significant degree of autonomy from government. But despite using the word autonomy a few times the Accord interim report shows little interest in this idea.
On my count at least 25 interim report proposals would reduce the scope of university-level decision making or are new reporting requirements that set universities up for future regulation. In my list these cover general mission direction, student admissions, the mix of disciplines and courses, curriculum and teaching, use of funds, and accountability.
Mission control
Under the Accord proposals a key new organisation, a Tertiary Education Commission, would be established. It would negotiate mission-based compacts to deliver against local, regional and national priorities and needs.
Its not clear who will decide on local needs, but regional and national needs would be decided by the government. The section on funding student places is under-developed, but distinguishes between demand driven funding and what the Accord panel has in mind. They say that the new system would need better planning than demand driven funding, and that the system needs to supply graduates who meet the societal and economic needs of their region and the nation. The TEC and Jobs and Skills Australia are likely to be central in determining these needs.
The interim reports support of targets (which were required by the terms of reference) also look like a centralisation of mission-s...
09:57
Protected: Land Ownership Makes No Sense "IndyWatch Feed Economics.au"
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09:56
Demanding IPEF timeline threatens to undermine open and inclusive process of negotiations "IndyWatch Feed Economics.au"
25 July, 2023: There has been increasing criticism of the process for negotiating the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF) with the recent conclusion of the fourth round IPEF negotiations in Busan, South Korea which reported incremental progress.
The Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF) is a regional forum initiated by the US that proponents say will strengthen economic cooperation between its 14 participants and divert supply chains away from China. IPEF, unlike traditional trade agreements, does not include market access commitments like lower tariffs. Instead, the main incentives are increased investment and capacity building projects in addition to commitments to improve human rights, labour rights and environmental standards in the region.
The US has set an ambitious timeline to conclude IPEF negotiations before the US-held Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in November. However, there are concerns that US pressure to quickly conclude IPEF is harming the transparency of the process, even for negotiators.
Increasingly limited stakeholder consultation
IPEF promised to be a new model of progressive trade arrangements which prioritises high labour, environmental and human rights standards. The rhetoric of IPEF has centred heavily on inclusivity and engagement during negotiations.
However, from the start of discussions, the US has prevented IPEF countries from revealing the negotiating texts until 5 years after the negotiations are completed. This is a year longer than for The Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) agreement, a previous trade agreement widely criticised as opaque and corporate-dominated.
Despite the announcement of the substantial conclusion of pillar 2 supply chain negotiations in Detroit in May, the text of the completed agreement has still not been released. IPEF governments have not responded to calls from AFTINET and other civil society groups to release the text.
This marks a step back for both the negotiating text and concluded text. In 2016, negotiators did release the concluded text of the TPP at this stage to the public, showing that the...
09:38
09:27
Call for a super profit tax to create affordable housing is on the mark "IndyWatch Feed National"
Contributed by Joe Montero
One of Australias biggest unions. The Construction Forestry Mining Maritime and Energy Union (CFMMEU) is launching a push for a major rise in government investment on affordable housing. The unions national secretary Zach smith says this is necessary to take on the housing crisis that so many are facing in his country.
The union had commissioned Oxford Economics to analyse of the impact of a super profits tax on the biggest corporations to fund the construction of new affordable homes. The resulting proposal is a permanent 40 percent tax on super profits for companies with a turnover of over $100 million a year. This would apply to only 0.3 percent of companies and would raise around $29 billion a year and go a long way towards meeting the need for 750,000 new dwellings.
Photo from The Australian: CFMMEU National Construction Division secretary Zach Smith
Proposing a super profits tax might seem like quite a radical move. It isnt. Its the least of what is needed for Australia to meet its obligation as a signatory to the 1966 International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights, which codified and mandated housing as essential to human right.
Even if this convention didnt exist, adequate housing for all would be taken up by a society that values the principle that dignity and a standard of living in line with community expectations should be available to all.
Australia has a responsibility to ensure this becomes a reality.
Advocates of social housing have long been pushing for far more action to meet the need. Programs to date, including the current Housing Austral...
09:26
Gold for Ocean Grove "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club has returned from a successful Sharkskin Australian and Interstate Inflatable Rescue Boat (IRB) Championships in Kingscliff, New South Wales.
Ocean Grove claimed gold in the Under 23 womens mass rescue and
Under 23 womens tube rescue while Barwon Heads 13th Beach picked up bronze in the Open womens teams rescue.
Showcasing the IRB, one of the most popular pieces of modern lifesaving rescue equipment, the event saw teams from across the nation battling it
out across four fast and furious days of racing.
Pulling on the navy and white cap for team Victoria, Geelong-Surf Coast members selected in the Victorian state and development teams took home two medals and helped Victoria place third overall in the interstate component of the competition.
Life Saving Victoria general manager sports participation Ryan OConnor congratulated Geelong-Surf Coast athletes, coaches and team management for their outstanding performance on the national stage.
Victoria is a proud IRB racing state in the lifesaving world, and I could not be more proud to see Team Victoria on the podium placing third overall in the Interstate Championships and our clubs having such a strong performance in the Australian Championships, he said.
IRB racing is one of the best examples of sport providing active training for rescue-ready lifesavers, with our athletes braving the colder water at this time of year to practice their rescue skills in a competitive setting, skills that directly translate to saving lives between the flags during the summer patrol season.
Open mens mass rescue Open mens tube rescue
2nd: Victorian state team (Stephanie Dimitrio, Thomas Lenehan, Conor McKinnon, Keely Peatling)
3rd: Victorian state team (Jake Pownall, Stephanie Pownall, Ryan Wilson)
Under 23 womens tube rescue
1st: Ocean Grove SLSC (Orlagh Davison, Mackenzie Hooper, Lars Ralph)
Open womens teams rescue
3rd: Barwon Heads 13th Beach SLSC (Zoe Campbell, Georgia McKinnon, Keely Peatling, Aaron Robson, Tara Scott, Amy Veenendaal)
Under 23 womens mass rescue
1st: Ocean Grove SLSC (Olivia Ball, Orlagh Davison, Benjamin Eales, Drew Honey)
The post Gold for Ocean Grove appeared first on Ocean Grove Voice.
09:06
Protected: Community Land Trusts can progress Georgist theory "IndyWatch Feed Economics.au"
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09:00
75 years for fire brigade "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
Ocean Grove Fire Brigade turned 75 years young and celebrated in a big way on Saturday to present significant service awards and national medals.
CFA Board Member Beth Davidson attended and helped present six CFA Service Awards.
Neil and Caroline Hickman were awarded life membership and Jason Barry was named firefighter of the year.
Captain Andrew Cooper said there were generations of firefighters in the room to celebrate the brigades history.
It was great to come together with everyone to mark the milestone, he said.
It was a worthwhile event, with many stories shared around the room.
Mr Cooper said the brigade has embraced and grown through change over the course of its 75-year history.
The inaugural meeting of the Ocean Grove Fire Brigade was held on 16 November 1946 and was attended by 29 interested residents. Volunteers registered their interest and the brigade was officially registered on 19 December 1946.
The next year, the brigade purchased a block of land in Hodgson Street and in 1950 an old army hut was relocated and repurposed into the fire station.
The brigade upgraded its facility in 1977 with a new $110,000 modern brick station built at the site. Eventually the brigade would outgrow the Hodgson Street site and move to its current site at Shell Road, that was officially opened in 2011.
In 2012, the Ocean Grove Fire Brigade became a CFA integrated station with career firefighters working alongside volunteer firefighters.
This was a major change for the brigade and we worked hand-in-hand with the CFA catchment team and District to ensure a smooth transition, he said.
It was a great success and we have worked very closely with career firefighters ever since.
Whenever we respond out the door, we do so with the same purpose, to protect lives and property.
The brigade currently has 33 members, including 21 operational firefighters and 12 support members.
The event was heart-warming our brigade has such a rich history and we have members from a range of backgrounds, Mr Cooper said.
Its important to reflect on where our brigade has come from and the people that have shaped it into what it is today.
Many people dont realise the volume of work necessary to create the strong and trusted asset the brigade is to the community today.
The post 75 years for fire brigade appeared first on Ocean Grove Voice.
08:52
Protected: An Open Letter To King Charles III On His Coronation "IndyWatch Feed Economics.au"
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08:43
In which the pond is forced to listen to groaners groaning and bromancers whining, while stories erupt elsewhere ... "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
A day too late for the Major's Monday outing this week, but Media Watch has likely provided the Major with the topic for his next outburst and his ongoing war with the show ... though he was only MID, with chief attention paid to prize maroons of the Bolter and Rowan Dean kind, after a detour through the maroons at the WSJ ...
Meanwhile, on another planet ...
Nope, nothing to see there ... and yet...
08:41
Google guilty of ad-fraud againsts its customers including NYTimes, Reuters, Wired, Mashable and Gizmodo "IndyWatch Feed Allstate"
Did Google mislead advertisers about TrueView skippable in-stream ads for the past three years?
This report finds that advertisers including Fortune 500 brands, the US federal government, and many small businesses may have been misled for years about Googles proprietary TrueView skippable in-stream video ads. This misalignment may have cost media buyers up to billions of digital ad dollars, which were ultimately spent on small, muted, out-stream, auto-playing or interstitial video ad units running on independent websites and mobile apps.
TrueView is Google's proprietary cost-per-view, choice-based ad format that serves on YouTube, millions of apps, and across the web. With TrueView, advertisers only pay for actual views of their ads, rather than impressions. TrueView asks users if they want to skip the video ad after 5 seconds with a visual prompt. Googles policies state that TrueView ads must be skippable, audible, and playing of the video (and ad) cannot be solely initiated by passive user scrolling.
However, this research report finds that for years, significant quantities of TrueView skippable in-stream ads, purchased by many different brands and media agencies, appear to have been served on hundreds of thousands of websites and apps in which the consumer experience did not meet Googles stated quality standards. For example, many TrueView in-stream ads were served muted and auto-playing as out-stream video or as obscured video players on independent sites. Often, there was little to no organic video media content between ads, the video units simply played ads only.
08:17
Local frother takes State Title "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
Local surfer Billy Daniel has won his age division at the Grommet State Titles which wrapped up with a marathon day of surfing in Maroubra yesterday.
The Fingal Head resident took out the Under 12 title, his first State Title win.
Billy won all three of his heats in this event with his best score, 7.0, in round three.
But it was his spectacular finals effort that solidified his crown. His third and final wave scored a 6.0 to sneak the win off Andy Blanchfield.
The waves were a bit average, but I got a good score at the end that took me into first place, Billy said after the win.
It was pretty fun out there.
A powerful southerly swell that arrived last week surged on Sunday with dangerous and inconsistent conditions making the Under 12 and Under 14 events too dangerous to contest.
Event organisers made the decision not to run on Sunday with the option of running two competition areas on Monday to complete the remaining rounds and finals.
The states youngest athletes were keen to get back in the water after a lay-day, as with 5,500 points up for grabs, the event plays an important part of the Surfing NSW junior pathway as the first chance for the young athletes to accumulate rankings points.
The Under 12 divisions are always impressive at the State Titles. With some athletes as young as nine years old, its eye-opening each year to watch them paddle out and perform with so much progression. This year was no different.
Nine-year-old Everly Morgan from Ulladulla was beyond stoked to win her very first State Title in the Under 12 Girls division.
The south coast surfer caught seven waves in the final and said: Its my first time winning State Titles and Im super happy about it. The surf was fun, I caught two good rides, a left and a right and it was a tough heat.
Other winners on the day...
08:12
Backcountry Festival early bird Registrations open "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
Now in its 6th year, the Victorian backcountry festival will happen at Mt Hotham again over the first weekend of September.
The three day event (September 1, 2, 3) features the normal program that we all love guided tours, workshops, a speakers program, demo village, repair cafe, and the saki in outdoor bar on a mountain top.
The festival is 100% volunteer run and the committee is working hard to deliver another great event.
Registration for the festival is now open, with an early bird rate of $40 for the weekend. This covers basic and very important costs like insurance for the festival. Registering will mean you receive details of the tour program when it is announced. Registrations after July will be $50, so get in now and save.
You can register here.
https://events.humanitix.com/2023-victorian-backcountry-festival-early-bird-tickets
08:00
Voting 'Yes' to the Voice is about more than just politics "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
Despite the limitations and shortcomings of the proposed Voice to Parliament, the 'Yes' campaign remains the favourable outcome, writes John Card.
IT'S NO SECRET that the many various groups and personalities on the activist Left in this country don't all see completely eye-to-eye on the impending Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum. While the far-Right gets to be unanimous in its frothing hatred of the Voice and its intent to vote No, most of us progressives have been forced to take a much more nuanced position.
The push for a Voice to Parliament started back in 2017, when the Uluru Statement from the Heart petitioned the Coalition Government for some sort of Indigenous representation to be enshrined in the Australian Constitution. The Uluru Statement was the culmination of years of meetings between hundreds of Indigenous leaders from all over the country, but despite not asking for more than a seat at the table in Canberra, then-PM Malcolm Turnbull called the Statement's proposed Voice not desirable and flatly rejected the idea.
Turnbull's successor, Scott Morrison, spent his time in office frequently and...
07:58
It really IS a climate emergency but here is nuclear news, anyway "IndyWatch Feed Enviro.au"
What went right this week: the good news you should know about. A pathway emerged to an Aids-free future, Deforestation fell in the Colombian Amazon. California Military Base is Being Transformed Into one of the Largest City Parks in the U.S.
TOP STORIES
If Everybodys Going to Join NATO, Then Why Have the United Nations?
The Empire Knows Its Pouring Ukrainian Blood Into An Unwinnable Proxy War.
The Forever Dangers of Small Modular Nuclear Reactors.
Artificial Escalation: Imagining the future of nuclear risk. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w9npWiTOHX0
Nuclear trash on indigenous land ?- a court decision puts Australia in a very difficult spot. UK campaigners call on Australian PM to withdraw Kimba nuke dump threat.
CLIMATE. Heatwaves are new normal as 50C hits US and China ̵...
07:57
Housing information session in Mullum on Wednesday "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
An information session focusing on some of the regions housing challenges will be held in Mullumbimby tomorrow (Wednesday July 26).
Conducted as part of Housing Support Week, the session will be held at the Mullumbimby Uniting Church from 4pm 6pm.
The free event aims to provide support on resolving insurance disputes, tenancies, emergency and temporary accommodation.
It will also explore the Resilient Homes Program, how to access legal support, buy backs and Centrelink implications and mortgage stress and debt issues.
The event is hosted by the Northern Rivers Community Legal Centre and Lismore Financial Counselling Service and supported by the Byron Shire Council.
The event is free with participants asked to register.
Light refreshments will be provided.
The post Housing information session in Mullum on Wednesday appeared first on The Echo.
07:45
Ballina Fig Trees saved, childcare centre plans withdrawn "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
Developers of a proposed childcare centre in Ballina say they have withdrawn their council application in response to community concerns over associated tree removals.
A media representative confirmed the formal withdrawal of the controversial development application (DA) on Monday.
The developers, a company called RAM, had issued a media statement on the decision four days prior but said its formal process was held up owing to technicalities.
We have listened to community feedback and decided based on concerns regarding the removal of two fig trees and one paperbark tree on the site not to proceed with our application to develop a childcare centre in Ballina, RAM Head of Real Estate Matthew Strotton was quoted in the media release.
Developers quote dire childcare availability stats in Ballina
07:30
2009: Palm Springs Sugar Daddy Ken "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
To celebrate Barbies 50th anniversary in 2009, Mattel issued the Gold Label Collection of dolls for adult collectors. The campest of the 50th-anniversary dolls: Palm Springs Sugar Daddy Ken. According to the toy maker, Palm Beach Sugar Daddy Ken exemplifies fantastic Palm Beach fashion. His aesthetic was reminiscent of an aging Hollywood matinee idol of ...
The post 2009: Palm Springs Sugar Daddy Ken appeared first on QNews.
07:25
1) West Papua delegation showcases vibrant culture at 7th Melanesian Arts and Culture Festival in Vanuatu "IndyWatch Feed Alllocal"
2) Yamin Kogoya: Rebuilding our
Melanesia for our future culture and West Papua
3) Baliem Valley
Cultural Festival returns to Usilimo District in August
2023
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https://en.jubi.id/west-papua-delegation-showcases-vibrant-culture-at-7th-melanesian-arts-and-culture-festival-in-vanuatu/
1) West Papua
delegation showcases vibrant culture at 7th Melanesian Arts and
Culture Festival in Vanuatu
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07:00
SMH: Aussies Arent Engaging with the 43C (110F) Climate Crisis "IndyWatch Feed Enviro.au"
In Australia we call a 110F top temperature a warm Summer day - so when alarmists tell us these temperatures are a climate crisis, it leaves us Aussies a bit perplexed.
The post SMH: Aussies Arent Engaging with the 43C (110F) Climate Crisis first appeared on Watts Up With That?.
06:51
Zelensky's 'cannon fodder': The strange lives and pointless deaths of foreign mercenaries fighting in Ukraine "IndyWatch Feed National"
"My mates have died, and are dying. I've seen things out here that, from a military perspective, are beyond unacceptable," says one Australian fighter From the start of Russia's military operation in Ukraine, thousands of foreign mercenaries have joined Ukraine's Armed Forces. They came to Ukraine from all over the world, but mostly from Poland, the US, and Canada. Recently, however, it seems that their interest in fighting for Kiev has significantly faded. This is evident both from estimates provided by the Russian Ministry of Defense and from foreign media reports. Mercenaries are losing interest Since February 24, 2022, a projected 11,675 foreign mercenaries from 84 countries have joined the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU). This was stated by the Russian Ministry of Defense on July 10. The largest numbers of mercenaries apparently came from Poland (over 2,600), the US and Canada (over 900 from each), Georgia (over 800), Great Britain and Romania (over 700 each), Croatia (over...
06:37
Profound investment Andrews-style "IndyWatch Feed National"
Thank you Rosita for the tip!
06:00
Geopolitical competition and Solomon Islands: navigating the middle ground "IndyWatch Feed Politics.au"
Geopolitical competition can have adverse impact on third-party countries. We are seeing this in Solomon Islands, where domestic political discourses at least in Honiara and on social media are dominated by the countrys relationships with China and the US and its allies. These are characterised by divergent opinions that have caused divisions that could have long-term negative effects on Solomon Islands.
On one side are those who perceive China (and its flotilla of state officials, companies, citizens and investors) as a saviour of Solomon Islands, and its intentions as purely benevolent and infallible. They highlight the role of the Chinese state and Chinese companies in infrastructure developments, such as the newly built national stadium, Munda airport terminal, Solomon Islands National Universitys Panatina office and classroom complex, and the Mongga Bridge in East Central Guadalcanal. But they often do not mention that while most of these projects were built by Chinese contractors, they were financed by other funding agencies such as the World Bank, the Asian Development Bank, and the Solomon Islands government. The China proponents decry the US and its allies, and ignore Australias 13-year and $2.6 billion investment in RAMSI (Regional Assistance Mission to Solomon Islands), or dismiss it as largely beneficial to Australia through boomerang aid. They present themselves as defenders of China in Solomon Islands.
On the other side of the debate are those who dislike China because they see it as a one-party communist dictatorship. They highlight its suppression of minorities such as Uyghurs, and the corruptive influence of Chinese entrepreneurs, and they accuse Beijing of being anti-Christian. They contrast this to the US and other Western countries that they consider as hallmarks of liberal democracy, which Solomon Islands should emulate. They present China as a monolithic entity with total control by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). This is despite the complex web of Chinese actors with sometimes differing interests, and the fact that the CCP might not necessarily have control over all of them. This group is generally uncritical of Western countries colonial histories, including the US, Great Britain and Frances nuclear weapons testing in the region. They are vehemently anti-China and wear it as a badge of honour.
These groups with differing opinions shout at each other, mostly on social media. This has caused divisions, for example between the national government and the Daniel Suidani-led Malaita provincial government. Such divisions are socially corrosive and could degenerate into violence, as seen in the November 2021 riots in Honiara.
However, there is a middle ground for constructive conversation. This should emphasise how the Solomon Islands government could manage its engagements w...
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