If you want to get just how rigged the tax system is for the rich, have a read of this tip from the AFR "wealth reporter"

The greatest risk to our national security is a gormless Deputy PM making life & death decisions based on US sycophancy. And a PM who has shown little sign of reining him in. A perfect example of why NO decisions to commit the nation to war should be made without full parliamentary debate. #auspol

Key aspect was that 1 in 5 people thought the changes to tax concessions of super balances over $3m would affect them. In reality, it's about 1 in 200. Easy test: if you don't know how much is in your super you won't be affected (because people with $3m in their super sure as sh*t know it)

Easy to spot the difference on news days like today. Mainstream media hypes it. Independent media tells it straight. Get the independent take on today’s major events — no agenda, just the truth. Sign up to TrueNorth now #auspol > truenorthnews.substack.com

So the NT government axed our renewable energy target, takes big donations from foreign fracking companies, created powers for an ex gas executive to sidestep our laws for select projects, and lied about the cost of the renewable transition. Time for the federal government to invest in NT renewables

"There is plenty of potential for surprise victories and shock defeats at the forthcoming election. Community independents are running in at least four Labor-held seats. What should surprise nobody is that every vote in every seat will count on election day." theconversation.com/australias-e...

People are tired of the two major parties— for good reason. This is our opportunity to choose something better. A representative who puts the community first, not the party machine. It’s time the Top End had a voice of its own in Canberra. Authorised by P. Scott, 48 Trower Rd, Millner NT 0810.

@sethabramson.bsky.social youtu.be/cfqu-9a288Y?...

From 2016: Former trade minister Andrew Robb didn't talk to PM Malcolm Turnbull before taking on his role as an economic consultant with the Chinese company Landbridge that operates the Darwin port. A $506m 99-year lease was signed Oct 2015. #ausvotes www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...

Cross the 'fake tradie' off your Australian election campaign bingo card! @arielbogle.bsky.social has the goods www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...

The election has been called — on Saturday 3 May! This election matters — for our country, and for our community here in Solomon. We finally have a real chance to hold the major parties to account and send someone to Canberra who listens, who shows up, and who votes for us.

You can send things to me and I'll work to factcheck during the election campaign (which, for my sins, I will be live blogging) 🫠

The campaign for the Northern Territory seat of Solomon is in progress as Climate 200-backed independent Phil Scott challenges the current Labor electorate. “I’m running because the people of Darwin and Palmerston deserve a lot better than the offerings they’ve got now,” Mr Scott said.

By this time next week the election may have been called So - if you're not already actively doing something to get the result you want then this is the week to work out what that something is There are 37 community independent candidates running Aust-wide All need your tangible support! #auspol

TODAY: @richarddenniss.bsky.social and @punterspolitics.bsky.social on what we can do about the big gas rort in Newcastle. Last few tickets going quick! Share with a friend.

Three in four Australians (76%) support a total ban on gambling ads phased in over three years. Four in five Australians support banning gambling ads on social media and online (81%) and in stadiums and players’ uniforms (79%), our research has found. ⤵️

Angus Taylor’s horrendous performance exposes the rudderless, policy-free Liberals. The Coalition is in economic and fiscal disarray. And Peter Dutton’s shadow treasurer is exhibit A. #auspol www.crikey.com.au/2025/03/24/a...

Gas company tax is paying for the wages of nurses? Yeah. Nah. Over the past decade, nurses paid more tax than oil & gas companies Gas companies are taking the piss. #OffTheCharts @mattgrudnoff.bsky.social @markogge.bsky.social australiainstitute.org.au/post/nurses-...

Thank you to @deniseshrivell.bsky.social for great questions and chat about our campaign in Solomon. We talked about what locals are telling me and what is affecting them.

Opinion Niki Savva - Teals set to seize balance of power in sink-or-swim election. www.theage.com.au/politics/fed...

"If the independents hold the balance of power after the next election, how can they permanently curb the power of the major parties? A citizens’ assembly might do the trick." Bernard Keane

This is the difference between community independents and the major parties. Each independent votes for their communities interests, not a party line.

“mining and native forest logging employ 2% of the labour force. We have political leaders who insist [they] underwrite Australian prosperity. I will state it plainly. Those who believe this nonsense cannot be trusted with the wellbeing of future generations.” www.theguardian.com/business/202...

When people use the word "politics", they are probably referring to the current system where we alternate between two major Parties, which isn't a very pleasant topic. It will get less contentious once we get past that - our quality of life depends on it! Check out the video. 😆

This is why I'm giving Boiling Point a go in the lead up to #ausvotes25 We're building a community of politically informed Australians (that's you!) with the aim of reaching less engaged voters in our networks. #auspol See details and sign up here > docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Any in the NT want to startup a local news outlet. We did have one but over time it's changed, there is no local heartbeat, no great picture editing or amazing headlines. Where did that go?

Listening to coalition representatives say that the cost of living is caused by the public service, it's word salad designed to confuse voters. These politicians know the causes, and they know it's not the public service, but they keep being so irresponsible.

The Coalition really needs to come up with some actual policies that address 🇦🇺's top concern - cost-of-living - rather than spending all their time punching down on the public service, stoking some kind of culture war distraction. www.afr.com/policy/econo...

Did you know the NT economy is more than 90% small and medium businesses? Yet the major parties ignore locals & subsidise big business.

We all know why the major parties won't legislate to ban online gambling. We know that the major parties don't make policy in the communities interests. #auspol

When citizens get involved, we can break the deadlock and start to make the improvements we need so much. Here's a "deliberative democracy" exercise that Independent MP for North Sydney Kylea Tink organised in October 2023: www.kyleatink.com.au/housing_affo...

Every time you vote, the policy that your vote supports - affects your kids, and your grand kids. We are responsible to future generations, that's our obligation.

If you are in Dtown or Palmy come along and meet me this weekend. See you there! Wear your tee, bring your energy, and let’s connect with the community. #PhilScott #NTVotes #CommunityFirst #ParapMarket #ChineseNewYear #RapidCreekMarkets

Living in Darwin and Palmerston we get to see the INPEX ships leave our port, with shiploads of gas for the Japanese market or for INPEX to resell. People are starting to question why we have big power bills? Why do these companies pay no corporate tax?

That's good news from Wannon - it must be very close !!!

When they’re distributing attack ads and scaremongering leaflets, that’s when you KNOW their polling confirms it… Wannon is close, and there’s every likelihood Alex Dyson will win. A few more regular volunteers, or donors, and ... BAM!

Grateful thanks to ABC psephologist Antony Green who is retiring from on-screen election night duties after 36 years. Antony’s data sets helped all electors and candidates understand exactly how Australia’s compulsory preferential voting system works = a functioning democracy.

Ripper opening line by @amyremeikis.bsky.social at their politics in the pub event yesterday evening. Take a look at the replay #auspol > www.youtube.com/live/jlqKLpz...

"What can independents do?" Glad you asked! Here’s what they’ve already delivered - www.indiewins.com.au Independents get things done. More voices, better choices. 💪 #AusPol #IndependentsMatter

We’re on ABC Darwin live now 🙂 listen in - www.abc.net.au/listen/live/...

Great example of a politician putting self interest first - his own financial self interest. It totally exposes a value system that isn't suitable for public office.

Undermining science institutions is a dangerous strategy. This is a strategy that puts evidence-based policy making at risk. Both of these politicians are playing politics, they know it's irresponsible.

We have to find our courage, these are the times to test us. We have an obligation to use our influence to call out injustice.

Superannuation tax concessions are making inequality worse australiainstitute.org.au/post/superan...

Use your influence - Sign up to Boiling Point for: - Evidence based policies and community focused decision making - Human rights, inclusiveness & equity for all Australians - A strong, transparent and robust democracy - A free press and truth in media - Protection from political corruption

If you are in Darwin & Palmy - every Monday evening, we get together for a fun and casual volunteer catch-up! Wear your blue tee, connect with the team, and help plan the week ahead. Sign up here if you haven't already - www.philscott.com/volunteer #PhilScott4Solomon #PeoplePowered

Come and join me on Saturday mornings at Parap for a Yarn on a Ute. You talk I listen. Me what matters to you #ps4s #parapmarkets #philscott4solomon #communityindependents #communityfirst

"As well as driving climate change, fossil fuels give us really high energy prices." @markogge.bsky.social speaking in Perth last week, explains why gas is making your energy bills higher. #auspol

After playing a fictional member of the Resistance a long time ago, I never could have imagined it ever happening in real life, but here we are.