people are withdrawing from Adelaide writers week faster than can be reported. In addition to the names listed here are Ren Wyld, Emma Shortis, and Fiona Katsaukas. Important detail: the only creative, Stephen Page, has left the Adelaide Festival board. www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...

Laura Tingle: Trump made clear that he wouldn't be satisfied with just being able to, for example, re-open military bases in Greenland. "Ownership is very important," he said, "because that's what I feel is psychologically needed for success". www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...

For the record as I am being asked, I made a personal decision as an author to send this to my friend Louise Adler earlier today. #Adelaidewritersweek

We've had 20+ years to mitigate this risk. "...a new report views a growing Canberra as a prime candidate for a Los Angeles-style fire to explode across its urban fringe and surpass the 2003 bushfire disaster that killed four people and destroyed nearly 500 homes." region.com.au/what-the-act...

He said participants who slept at temperatures above 24C were more likely to be in a sort of "fight or flight" mode while sleeping.   www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...

Started off as a healthy smoothie. Less liquid and it's a delicious icecream. Perfect for hot weather. Frozen sliced banana Frozen raspberries 1 x Medjool date, pitted Spoonful of nut butter (almond, cashew, brazil) Almond milk Icecubes 😋

I am at real risk of saying something I'm going to regret. Every word of the post below is a lie, and its author deserves to burn in Hell for eternity.

Melbourne hits 40C with wind gusts nearing 50km/h The temperature in Melbourne keeps rising, and is now above 40C. It’s forecast to hit the daily maximum of 43C around 2pm. Wind speeds forecast to reach upwards of 76km/h around 3pm. www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...

Can't get much hotter than this. Extreme heatwave warning for the ACT. Rough time in south east Australia. #Canberra

The ABC should not be only posting emergency information on the CSAM site. It should have an official account here.

Canberra: Two years of traffic disruption started yesterday. Nothing to do with the light rail. This project is to "strengthen Commonwealth Avenue Bridge". The bridge is Commonwealth infrastructure. Project run by the NCA not the ACT govt. Budget is $152.2 million. www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...

That they’re coming after the judges reflects their belief that they now completely own the public square. This is late-stage McCarthyism.

It’s going to be an interesting few weeks when the royal commission examines, as I suspect it will, the defraying of social cohesion caused by the organised censorship of writers, artists and employees across the country for daring to speak against an unfolding genocide

Sussan Ley on ABC saying the PM should apologise for the delay in announcing a federal Royal Commission. There is so much going on in Australia right now, while keeping a watching brief on Trump's irrational behaviour, and that is her gripe?! Step out of the way, Sussan. #auspol

Precarious times. Don't look away. Presidents of France and Germany have sharply condemned US foreign policy under Donald Trump, saying respectively that Washington was “breaking free from international rules” and the world risked turning into a “robber’s den”. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...

My statement regarding my decision to withdraw from this year’s Adelaide Writers Festival.

Minister for Home Affairs Tony Burke should reject a visa application for Israeli President Herzog johnmenadue.com/post/2026/01...

PM attends Bondi victim’s funeral, quietly and without fanfare. Earlier media outrage over funerals overlooked the fact that decisions not to attend were made at the request of families, and out of respect.

I am grateful to the Catholic family that invited the PM to attend the St Mary’s Cathedral funeral and who called for a ban on the Adler rifle let into the country by Tony Abbott and used to kill innocent Jews at Bondi.

This seems very odd and disappointing. This story will no doubt unfold. "Bondi hero Ahmed Al Ahmed greeted by FBI as he touches down in United States for medical treatment." www.9news.com.au/national/bon...

From Joachim Lykke Who lives in Greenland.... I understand why he is outraged Aren't you ? As the whole world is watching

This is escalating quickly. And is very concerning. "White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Tuesday President Donald Trump and his advisers are discussing a range of options to acquire Greenland and that 'utilizing the U.S. military is always an option.' abcnews.go.com/Politics/us-...

Hot day. Simple lunch with fresh basil from the garden. 😋

A must-read. Emma Shortis: "What the Trump administration did was invade a sovereign nation and kidnap the head of state, killing an as yet unknown number of people in the process."

Australia also stands with Greenland.🇦🇺 🇬🇱 "Leaders from major European powers have issued a joint statement rallying behind Greenland, saying the Arctic island belongs to its people, following a renewed threat by Trump to take over the Danish territory. www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...

Good to know. What's the plan? Just sit here and wait for a catastropic fire? "At least 6.9 million residents on Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, Adelaide, Perth and Hobart fringes exposed as dry summer follows years of vegetation growth." www.theguardian.com/environment/...

Don't underestimate this warning. Keep cool. Drink plenty of water. Stay out of the sun. 🔥🥵☀️ "The BOM Is warning of a multi-day heatwave covering more than half of the country. Temperatures are forecast to exceed 45C in some areas, sparking extreme fire danger." www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...

For many years I lived in an apartment without aircon. My list of places I could go to escape the heat in metro Melbourne

The US violated international law in Venezuela. These are the questions Australia must now ask | Donald Rothwell

Australia identified a “Super-K” flu strain (influenza A/H3N2 subclade K) that quickly became dominant, extending the flu season into summer. It spread to the US, UK, Canada, Japan and nearly 40 other countries. Australia recorded 457,906 cases in 2025, a record since 2001. archive.md/kYliV

The PBS is a national treasure. Australia Institute research shows the prices Australians would pay if Trump had his way and dismantled our Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme.🤯 #auspol

To @albomp.bsky.social, we need leadership from our government confirming that the actions of the US are not condoned by Australia. Bland politically-careful statements do not cut it, and are frankly insulting. Our caution to speak out will not serve us well. #auspol

Exactly this, Jebus I hate my country sometimes! #auspol

Laura Tingle's analysis is always worth reading. And here's a question: "What's to stop other countries now mounting military operations to kidnap the leaders of other countries and proclaim that they are now running them?" #Venezuela www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...

Laura Tingle with a bit of Australian understatement: “It’s not really legal to nick someone else’s head of state.”

If you're one of those people pushing for a Federal royal commission into Bondi, have a read of Craig Emerson's opinion. It's compelling as to why it's not the best option. #suspol

The US is a rogue nation. No disputing that after Trump's latest fiasco - the forced, and no doubt illegal, takeover of Venezuela and the capturing of its leader and his wife. Trump is cognitively impaired, and it's staggering and dangerous for him to continue as president.

International law down the gurgler. The US has "captured" Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife during an early-morning raid... And (drum-roll) Trump says the US "will run" Venezuela for the forseeable future. www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...

If we can capture another country's president, can another country come and capture ours? Asking for a friend.

It would be practically and legally impossible to hold a royal commission that goes anywhere near the actions or motivations of the accused killer, before his criminal proceedings are concluded, which could take years. That limitation would render the royal commission itself pointlessly premature.

New Year 2026!! Let's make it the best yet. Good health to you all. Let's celebrate each small win. Zero tolerance for anyone trying to divide, threaten or intimidate us. And let's be grateful for this beautiful country we live in. #Australia #NY2026 🥳🪅🥂🎉

Hold onto your hats, Canberrans. Weather on its way. ⛈️

"I decided that the most subversive, revolutionary thing I could do was to show up for my life and not be ashamed." Anne Lamott

Let's add it to the list. "Pauline Hanson and her chief of staff, James Ashby, flew to Florida on Gina Rinehart’s private jet in October, but the One Nation senator is yet to declare the sponsored travel..." #auspol www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...

‘Australians for Humanity’ demand the invitation to Israel’s President be withdrawn immediately johnmenadue.com/post/2025/12...

Trump: I’m the most globally dangerous, unhinged, unthinking warmongering moron to ever lead the US. Vance: hold my beer.

This is what's known as "consciousness of guilt"

Scientists on 'high alert' as bird flu threat looms over Australian Antarctic Territory Scientists are racing to record crucial "baseline" population data on wildlife before the deadly H5 strain of bird flu arrives, so that any impacts can be measured. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-12...

Former Labor senator Nick Bolkus, minister in Hawke and Keating governments, dies aged 75

Happy all the things, lovelies. Squeeze those you love (including the four legged ones) tight. It’s a hard time of year for lots of people, for lots of reasons and this year is even harder - but you’re not alone. Sending love. Take care of you and those around you. Happy Kucios 🩷