BREAKING: A man who burnt a Quran outside the Turkish Embassy in London has had his conviction for religiously motivated harassment, alarm, or distress overturned on appeal by Southwark Crown Court. A huge victory for free speech and a blow against the revival of blasphemy laws. 🧵

James Paterson “are you saying that you make (spending) decisions in isolation of what the deficit is, or are you mindful of the impact that decisions have on the deficit?” Penny Wong “We are always mindful of our budget position which is why it is better than yours”🔥 #Estimates

NSW Premier Chris Minns has rejected calls to light up the Sydney Opera House in the colours of the Palestinian flag as he did for Israel. Says it could be “inflaming the situation” Palestinian flag is inflammatory? This man is an absolute disgrace.

As long as we get sausages in bread every three or four years, Australians are gonna sleepwalk their way through this fascistic global push. More of you need to be more serious, sooner rather than later.

This is why I love Barbs, “I didn’t come to the Senate to chase down scoundrels in the consulting industry but tragically that’s what I found myself doing.”🔥 #Estimates

One tiny smidgen of positive news. #NobelPeacePrize

After claiming Commr Brereton rarely provides advice to IGADF, NACC CEO Philip Reed then says it’s going to “take some time” for Brereton to advise him on how many times he’s provided advice. Shoebridge “Bcoz there’s so much advice?” “Those things don’t sit together Mr Reed”💥🙄 #Estimates

I'm very concerned about all the #GlobalSumudFlotilla detainees, but especially Hannah Schafer, who seems likely to be held in extended detention in Israel. Israeli armed forces have committed grave and multiple breaches of international law in attacking the flotilla and mistreating its crew.

Can politicians saying No to anti genocide demonstrations tmrw coz its “the greatest loss of life of Jewish ppl since the Holocaust” let Pro Palestinian supporters know which day in yr is reserved for the greatest loss of Palestinian lives since well, ever? If not shut up thanks.

The 'good guys' are totally the ones torturing a 22 y/o autistic woman who was illegally abducted in international waters for bringing food and baby formula to the trapped, starving, emaciated victims of a livestreamed genocide

Six heroic Aussies are inside a notorious Israeli prison, the same hellhole where Greta Thunberg was dragged by her hair and made to kiss the Israeli flag. Reports DFAT is scolding ppl on the phone that have called in. Your government is complicit. Free Palestine, Melbourne/Naarm

My latest article in The Shot "The largest contributors to the breakdown of social cohesion in Australia are the governments of Australia, practising a privileged fuck-you version of democracy that makes its own rules & caters for those within the club" #pffft theshot.net.au/uncategorize...

Activists are on their way to block Webb Dock in Port Melbourne in solidarity with Palestine, the Sumud Flotilla, and the six Australians abducted illegally by Israel. "Block everything".

Dr James Smith blasts James Paterson for accusing people on the flotilla heading to Gaza with aid, of engaging in a publicity stunt. “I find it frankly disgusting”🔥 #Abc

Penny Allman-Payne says everyone intercepted on the flotilla heading for Gaza was complying with international law & that it’s “shameful” that everyday citizens inc Australians “are taking more action to prevent a genocide & to get aid in, than our governments are”💥 #Abc

Dan Tehan on #abc730 insists being smashed in a record election landslide defeat is no reason to stop pursuing Nuclear. Uses Dutton’s same debunked theories, claims Renewables don’t provide base load power. Rejects expert advice. Sorry to any Lib diehards but your party is dead.

Int. law expert Chris Sidoti says after ICJ ordered nations to act to prevent Israel’s genocide, govt should’ve conducted review to identify anything that could be aiding Israel “There should have been a review…If it exists, make it public. If it doesn’t exist, do it!”💥 #NPC

Int. law expert Chris Sidoti says those coming to Australia who served in the IDF & had “any involvement in the war in Gaza” should be treated as a “suspect” “A suspect who should be investigated & if the evidence warrants it, prosecuted & if a court is satisfied, convicted!”💯 #NPC

ScoMo was ruled to be a PEO covered by the Rem Tribunal's determination 2005/19. The relevant directions re: compo for early loss of office were clear on accessing separation benefits - not entitled if terminated. Hence the seeking of an exemption.

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Why does media & every politician keep saying the US is our most important ally? Surely it’s China, who aside from being our biggest trading partner also has more in common with us than the USA such as that they believe in climate change & have recognised the state of Palestine.

When it comes to teaching about religion and belief, children deserve a broad and balanced approach – one that includes the chance to learn about humanism. That way, they can make up their own minds about what they believe. New from @humanismedu.bsky.social ⬇️ humanists.uk/2025/09/15/n...

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Disney is no longer associated with magic and innocence in the minds of millions now. There are mistakes - and there is catastrophic cowardice that changes your brand identity. Boycott Disney.

APAN’s Ramia Abdo Sultan says recognition of a Palestinian state is “absolutely” welcome but it’s “come a little too late” & “real justice” will only come when there are “consequences for the frequent committed crimes that Israel seeks to commit with full impunity” #Abc

Bravo, Portugal. ✊ Joining France, UK, Canada & Australia who, in turn, now join about 75% of the UN's 193 member states which recognise Palestine. It's overwhelming. Now *DO SOMETHING* to protect this country we all recognise.

Google is allowing the State of Israel to “sponsor” top search results for the Sumud Flotilla with false and absurd accusations they are “harboring terror.” Tehran Tadhg: They're manufacturing consent to murder us. I can't be sure Western media won't give it to them.

The Henry vacuum is much better anyway.

“I am thrilled that these nine pieces are being returned in what is our first repatriation with Costa Rica.” – D.A. Bragg. Learn more about this repatriation here: ticotimes.net/2025/09/18/s...

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Still two of the best movies ever

remember when newscorp decided climate science was real? it actually happened in october 2021… and didn't last a week. 👇 this is disgraceful

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Compare how ABC/media are responding to the murder of American far right political activist Charlie Kirk to how they responded to the murder of Australian humanitarian aid worker Zomi Frankcom. It’s disgraceful.

I've just watched the first 2 episodes of King & Conquer. There's no doubt it's entertaining but, if you lean into the history, it's a hot mess - bin fire. 😳 #King&Conquer #HardPass

Why do these losers think they won’t get found out? www.smh.com.au/culture/book...

There are now more licenced firearms in AU than b4 the 1996 Port Arthur massacre – & we still have no National Firearms Register. Australians need gun laws that live up to the bravery of the 1st laws, but now, these laws are no longer fit for purpose. #auspol

This is the most idiotic decision. We are already in a climate emergency caused by the extraction and burning of fossil fuels. Insurance costs will skyrocket. First Nations rock art Murujuga is under threat. It’s time to protest at EVERY opportunity until this decision is reversed.

On the anniversary of the attack on the Twin Towers, I am posting the cartoon which was my response to the chest-beating nationalistic rhetoric immediately used by George W Bush to stir up support for a military response. The editor at the time would not publish it.

"Israeli media have reported that there is concern in Israeli military circles that the highly controversial attack was not successful." Really? I think they should be far more concerned about their country repeatedly breaking sovereign borders to assassinate negotiators engaged in peace talks.

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This ongoing saga is far from over 👀👀 #auspol #TheLibsAreAMess www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09...