‘Stranded’ aged care or disability patients occupy up to one in 10 hospital beds in Australia, report finds

The Israeli army just announced that it won’t allow Palestinians in central and southern Gaza to travel north to Gaza City, saying that anyone who remains will be considered “terrorists.” An estimated 500,000 Palestinians remain in Gaza City, who are now officially cut off from any provisions.

"Goodall noted that the most successful chimp leaders were gentle, caring and familial. Males that tried to rule by asserting their dominance through violence, tyranny and threat did not last." An extraordinary scientist and human. RIP Jane Goodall theconversation.com/jane-goodall...

Guardian poll finds primary vote for One Nation is now higher than that for the Greens. Let that sink in. #auspol www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...

Excellent article by Kathy Eagar noting the benefits of the Commonwealth Home Support program over the transactional Support at Home packages now being prioritised. johnmenadue.com/post/2025/09...

Billy Idol - We Didn't Start the Fire (1989). Imagine - John Lennon (1971). So many other examples. The reason for people's shock today isn't that the world has changed. It's that they thought the horrors they are now seeing only happened in the past, or in other countries, to other people.

END CROC FARMING 🐊 "The federal government's code of practice for the crocodile farming and management industry has not been updated in 16 years. A 2024 consultation report found multiple inconsistencies between the code and industry standards." #AusPol #Wildlife www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09...

"Meat is a leading emissions source – but few outlets report on it, analysis finds". www.theguardian.com/environment/... And a suggestion for the Guardian: as part of your Climate Pledge, make your recipe section entirely plant-based. www.theguardian.com/environment/... #AnimalAgriculture #climate

#genocide #ecocide www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

"... captivity is no place for Old Faithful." Captivity is no place for any wild animal. www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...

Unfortunately, these birds are not judged on their sentience. They are commodities like their sisters and brothers in factory farms. www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...

Should we have children on a burning planet? Good question, Bri Lee. www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle...

Semi-regular reminder that a sane country would have already impeached and removed. But then again a sane country wouldn’t have elected a maniac criminal twice in the first place.

And - the healthiest diets (for the planet & us) are often also the cheapest, despite unfair subsidies: "In countries like the US, the UK, Australia, and in Western Europe... vegan diets were the most affordable and reduced food costs by up to one third" www.openaccessgovernment.org/sustainable-...

I too adore magpies and talk to them, but don't feed them. www.theguardian.com/environment/...

#Airpollution can affect how well we sleep, scientists discover www.theguardian.com/environment/...

Hidden Heart Damage: How COVID Continues Haunting Millions "5 million people worldwide may be walking around with cardiac long COVID, their hearts silently struggling months or years after their initial infection cleared" Report: academic.oup.com/eurjpc/advan...

Antony Loewenstein's new documentary. I'm horrified about what has become of Germany. I grew up there, but live in Australia and am no longer a German citizen. www.youtube.com/watch?v=DfK1...

What's happening with Jimmy Kimmel is about politics and power.

Our companion animals, our family members. Much loved, but need more walks. www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...

Long Covid linked to heavier periods and risk of iron deficiency. "Survey of 12,000 women also revealed severity of long Covid symptoms rose and fell across menstrual cycle" www.theguardian.com/society/2025...

Organic meat isn’t necessarily better for the environment, but the certification does afford farm animals a bit more living space.

Yes, the government should phase out animal agriculture because all those cows make climate change worse. #methane

BEFORE THE ANDGAR FIRE... Footage taken at four SA piggeries, including Andgar, allegedly shows animals in shallow graves and cannibalism. The footage allegedly shows animals in sow stalls which the industry's peak body aimed to phase out by 2017. #AusPol #AnimalAg www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09...

The cruelty of #FactoryFarming. Did they have smoke alarms and sprinklers in the sheds? I think we know the answer. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09...

Phasing out animal agriculture MUST be part of climate action, whatever target the government decides on. #methane #deforestation

"Nitricity Raises $50M for Animal-Free Fertilizer Made From Upcycled Almond Shells" It's claimed to be cost-competitive with other commercially available organic fertilizers, sustainable, animal-free, and pathogen-free. vegconomist.com/investments-...

And non-dairy milk is healthier than both types of dairy milk. Healthier for humans and the planet. #DairyIsScary

Yes, think tanks should disclose who funds them. Would it explain why the Australia Institute does NOT highlight animal agriculture 's contribution to climate change? #auspol #climate #methane www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...

Can you be an environmentalist and still eat cow flesh? #AusPol #ClimateChange #AusPol25 #Environment #AnimalAg science.feedback.org/cattle-have-...

COLES CHOOSES PROFITS OVER PLEDGES Coles pledged to end cruel caged eggs by 2025 but now they’re delaying until 2030. That’s five more years of hens trapped in cages smaller than an A4 sheet of paper. Coles blames “supply issues” caused by bird flu outbreaks. #AusPol #AnimalCruelty #Coles #Hens

“...women of all ages, especially those experiencing or getting ready to experience menopause, would benefit from learning that soy products may reduce hot flashes and that ultra-processed plant foods are preferable to animal-based foods to reduce menopausal symptoms.” pcrm.widen.net/s/rzdd9blfzj...

The most polluting industries buy scientists... www.foodpolitics.com/2025/09/indu...

Some good news to start the day. www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...

New study: "Nutritional analysis of commercially available, complete plant- and meat-based dry dog foods in the UK" journals.plos.org/plosone/arti...

"The World’s First Cultivated Meat Farm to be Built in the Netherlands". Helping farmers to transition away from #AnimalAgriculture. www.respectfarms.com/blog/the-wor...

A new global standard for plant-based labelling (ISO standard for plant-based) #vegan #PlantBased proveg.org/article/a-ne...

#Airpollution study indicated as cause of dementia has “profound implications” for preventing the neurodegenerative disorder,with scientists calling for improving air quality-cuts of emissions from home wood burning,industrial activity,vehicle exhausts & wildfires www.theguardian.com/environment/...

Dark times for #PublicHealth. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...

Phase out battery cages by 2036 in NSW - an election promise but not yet legislated, that's more than disappointing. Meaning the "best" outcome will be 11 more years of cruelty to hens. #AnimalAgriculture is an abomination.

Dairy milk is meant for small cows, not small humans. It supports growth and development in calves. #DairyIsScary for humans.

This is going around Threads thanks to the bacon brigade.

"Production of animal-based pet foods has significantly greater environmental impact, when compared to production of plant-based pet foods. Higher inclusion of plant-based ingredients in pet feed provides a major opportunity for pet food companies to mitigate ..." www.frontiersin.org/journals/sus...

Australian-led trial shows nasal spray reduces COVID-19 risk in cancer patients. "The research... showed that a nasal spray containing interferon-alpha (IFN-α), a naturally occurring protein with broad antiviral activity, could reduce the risk of COVID-19 infection by 40% compared to placebo."

Some good news ...