@rogueytwinkles.bsky.social thought you’d like to see my hydrangeas. I’m fortunate the bush is on the side of our garage and not in direct sun so no matter the heat (which isn’t as bad as Melbourne), they survive. Today 26 deg.

Anyone heard from Jon Kudelka recently? His absence from this platform after his regular wry contributions is worrying. Thinking positive thoughts for him and his health challenges.

Bethell has shown how thoughtful, strategic batting pays dividends. Bazball advocates, aka McCullum and Stokes, take note. #Ashes

Why is the Barmy Army allowed to sing Jerusalem at the start of play as the bowler bowls the first ball to a batter? If there was any respect for the game this should be sung leading to the start of each day, or batters should be allowed to stand to one side until the 'anthem' is completed. #Ashes

Mighty effort Steve Smith and big shout out to fellow Tasmanian, Beu Webster!!! Such gritty determination which is what the #Ashes is all about.

Says it all seeing McCullum with a grin on his face and his feet on the desk in the players’ room all morning to put one leg down when the last wicket fell. Arrogance right there. #Ashes

On the grapevine, hearing Font PR is closing down. Becher retiring and Brad doing his own thing. Interesting times. #politas

@bsky.app is asking for verification of age to comply with Australian #socialmedia laws, yet the auto date picker doesn't work properly. Frustrating.

Influence of Cummins. Walks onto the ground. They get a wicket. #ashes

Seems someone decided yesterday's post was cartoon material 😊 #politas

No doubt that with today's event and the rain, it's clear Parliament's lawns need a roof. #politas

That was an innings for the history books. #Ashes #TheAshes

Why do singers of the national anthem feel they have to sing it like a pop song and put their own 'spin' on it? What a massacre of Australia's anthem. #Ashes #TheAshes

"The AFL ought to get back to its core business of addicting people to gambling and ripping off the taxpayers of Tasmania." Never a truer word from the doyen of sports journalists Gideon Haigh on #Offsiders this morning. #politas

Shredding the duck before the pastry is cooked is a ‘dry disaster’ waiting to happen #MKR

Refreshing to see media releases in past days from the govt and opposition without the childish 'attack dog' tone ie Ellis. My inbox is breathing a sigh of relief. If this is the future of the new-look collaborative parliament then bring it on! #politas

Find it incredible the TCCI is now pouring scorn on Tasinsure. (Michael Bailey ABC Radio this morning). Where was the business group during the election when this nonsense and unworkable pledge was made by the current government during the campaign? #politas

Now let's hope they read their framework for collaboration and actually collaborate. A good start would be to go back to the drawing board with the Greens and the Independents. #politas

Waiting on the #AFL to admit its double standards and denounce #homophobia by reversing its decision on the #SnoopDogg grand final performance.

Perhaps Sydney could do with a roofed football stadium? #politas

Why Winter is even bothering is beyond me. He's been out manoeuvred by the Government at every turn. He should stop wasting everyone's time and hand in his resignation. #politas

So if I cook some potatoes, add broth and call it risotto then I can get equal marks with somebody who uses amazing creativity and technique to make ‘oysters’ filled with flavour in one bite. Righto #masterchefau

This says it all.

It’s a Scotch egg, Andy. Not a ‘Scotched’ egg. #masterchefau.

Out of frustration of how the conversation is so single focused in Tasmania I wrote this piece published in today’s media. The stadium has dominated the past two elections don’t let it dominate the next four years. #politas

Saul Eslake says the State’s budget crisis will worsen with no major party given a mandate to fix it. “Neither side sought, nor has, a mandate to do what needs to be done to fix the budget so it will just get worse." So why do they all continue to ignore to this voice of reason? #politas

Excellent OpEd by @ingridh.bsky.social, President of COTA Tasmania. Not only does Tasmania need a Minister for Ageing, but it needs a dedicated body (advisory council) to conduct/commission research and provide policy advice to the Minister in relation to a rapidly changing demographic 1/3 #politas

This analysis of minority governments 'No Harm in a Minority Retort for Major Parties' Merc July 8. Don't listen to the horror stories some are trying to suggest about what is a truly democratic system. Wayne Crawford's experience is a breath of fresh air in political reporting. #politas

Callum is the business. What a dish. #masterchefau

And most importantly, it's ruining my Peace prize!

Polled by EMRS tonight about the State election - what is the main issue (my choice) and how do two party leaders rate between 0-10? All of six or so questions. #politas

It's quite special to see your part of the world through the lens of a visitor to our beautiful island. What a stunning photograph of the Tamar Valley in Tasmania by @rogueytwinkles.bsky.social Hope you continue to enjoy your Tasmanian travels.

Beau is an example of the program continually focusing on the ‘popular’ cooks and ignoring the talented ones! He’s a fantastic quiet achiever. So disappointing we only see a favoured selection of contestants and not all of them. Frustrating too! #masterchefau

The Governor is taking her time to consider all options. #politas

Economist Saul Eslake's extensive synopsis on the state of the state just now on the ABC's Afternoon Briefing was brilliant. A must watch particularly how he broke down the financial 'pickle' we're in & why Tasmanians are resenting the unwavering impost by the AFL of a $1billion+ stadium. #politas

Whether liked or not, Ferguson is a strong speaker and advocate for the Libs, now wallowing on the back bench. #politas

Wow. We saw less than half the contestants. Really disappointing to cull them. #masterchefau

So they now roll out the big guns. The emotional blackmail continues. #politas

Why would you admit publicly you used AI to see why your party did as badly as it did in the Federal election, and what were the issues? Perhaps ask the voters? #insiders

Why not use a thermometer to check the chicken? Staggers me they fly blind on such a risky protein #masterchefau

Current work (from home) view! #kunanyi #MtWellington #Hobart #autumn

In healthy democracies, political leaders face public scrutiny and criticism from the media, which serves as one of several checks on government power. The fact is this is not a healthy democracy!

Reinforcing what we already know. Evil.

Saw A Real Pain and A Complete Unknown in past days. Completely different movies but two accomplished lead performances in Culkin and Chalamet. Such great talent.

Sorry Clive Palmer Australians don't want 'Trump-style policies'. Like him you talk nonsense. #TrumpetofPatriots!

Could not agree more. The Prez & VP are shameful, embarrassing Putin puppets & a disgrace to our country. 🤮 #SlavaUkraine 🇺🇦