Palestinians in the occupied West Bank are experiencing the highest rates of settler and state violence in recent history, as the Israeli government enacts new policies to accelerate the expansion of illegal Israeli settlements and apartheid.

One hundred writers withdrawing from Adelaide Festival Writers Week is an important stand for free speech, and against the racist targeting of Dr Randa Abdel-Fattah. The question now is not so much who else will join the boycott. But who remains? And why? www.indailysa.com.au/news/just-in...

I think this is a great summary of the Zionist influenced events in Australia recently. youtube.com/watch?v=UEdh...

100%. We’ve seen the dossiers on individual targets that get compiled and sent to institutions in coordinated assaults. They’re incredibly detailed. The intended effect is overwhelm, and most institutions are not equipped to understand or resist it.

Says it all. The past week’s politicking in a nutshell.

Kym Davey and me today on why a Bondi royal commission is not needed Rethinking the call for a royal commission after Bondi johnmenadue.com/post/2026/01...

Much frustration over the last weeks about MSM/ABC as they refuse to play their vital role in our democracy - & the sad truth is they are never going to change So we have to We've plenty of great independent media to consume & support here #auspol > docs.google.com/spreadsheets...

Not surprising that Israel’s list of most “antisemitic” Australians is only a list of people against genocide and contains not one far-right/Nazi. 🫡 to those on the list

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.

"Leadership is challenging, but the rewards of making a meaningful difference are unparalleled. Embrace your individuality, cultivate self-awareness & commit to leading with authenticity. You'll thrive as a leader & inspire those around you to achieve their best." @calmleadership.bsky.social

Ultimately, it is for us to decide. We all have agency. Do we want this atrocity to become a bloody milestone along the path of further polarisation, or the moment where we chose comity over mutual hate? www.theage.com.au/national/don...

#auspol “Our grief should not be used as a political weapon, nor as an excuse to pursue agendas that divide communities” - Max Kaiser, executive officer at the Jewish Council of Australia

Similar to the Australian model, the French idea was a verification system similar to the one it had used since 2024 to prevent minors accessing pornographic websites. Setting a precedent, Australia stood up to tech oligarchs who only care about profits. 👏👍😎 www.thenewdaily.com.au/life/social-...

Two men. My @smh cartoon.

Six guns is legal. Why? #Bondi #gunlaws @crikey.com.au www.crikey.com.au/2025/12/16/b...

For Australian educators - there are many gems in the reflection by the great David Gonski www.abc.net.au/listen/progr...

THIS

Mike has Trump's measure! 🤭😉 Another superbly accurate rendition of the Trump administration's incompetent lunacy amid the current chaos; huge kudos to @mluckovich.bsky.social for his mastery of political commentary that even illiterates like Trump can understand. 👏🥰😁😎

As AI transforms industries, districts are responding with hands-on learning, teacher training, and leadership roles that help students prepare for what comes next. #EduSky #EduSkyAI #SchoolLeaders

The real conversation isn’t about tools — it’s about judgment. Teaching students to shape AI with values, preferences, and honest feedback builds metacognition and agency. NEW article: bit.ly/4oDXeQ4 #Leadership #AIinEducation #HumanCenteredInnovation #JorgeDoesPBL

IT'S HERE! Liberal Lies Collector Card #6: "Renewables are driving up power bills" The Truth? Electricity is expensive because of surging fossil fuel prices. 🔄 Repost to share the truth 💾 Save now to quickly share 👇 See thread for extra details ➕ Follow for more! #auspol #factcheck #AusVotes2025

A strong read on Australia’s ongoing teacher shortage. Even with more university enrolments and better retention, the issue remains pressing. School and system leaders are working hard to shift the dial, but real change will take time. www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...

Two-thirds of California's power comes from clean energy. For 9 in 10 days so far this year, we were 100% powered for some part of the day by clean energy. The Golden State has become the world's fourth-largest economy because of our climate leadership, not in spite of it.

These teens in Georgia overturned a book ban: share.google/nIS9lGAJQg5h...

Want to strengthen critical thinking in your classes? Start by partnering with GenAI instead of pushing back: https://www.timeshighereducation.com/campus/genai-and-critical-thinking-can-and-should-work-together #HigherEd #AcademicSky #EduSky #CriticalThinking

Passing another one #auspol #climate #environment ko-fi.com/hudsoncartoons

“I’ve seen this anchor chart on Pinterest before and finally decided to make my own version. I have finally gotten into the rhythm of our writer’s workshop and mixing it with our mentor text of the week (using Rooted in Reading as part of our lessons).”

I wonder why so many people are feeling aggrieved and becoming radicalised. Could it be the breathtaking wholesale betrayal of our values, while lying about it, on a daily basis?

Brilliant and thought-provoking - a must read for educators “Young People’s Take on AI

Ready to redesign your classroom learning wall? Look to museums for inspiration! 🖼️💡 Here are 3 strategies that can increase engagement, boost retention, and help with differentiation. #ClassroomDesign #EduSky

I welcome the govt’s decision to revise its super tax reforms following crossbench advocacy. I continue to call on the govt to strengthen the PRRT and pursue broader tax reform — shifting the burden away from personal income earners and onto big polluters.

Want a simple way to build students’ cognitive and executive function skills? Ask them these questions whenever you give them directions! ✂️ #EdutopiaVideos #EduSky

Please read the entire thread. Thank you.

Good climate news this week 1 Global: Renewables generation surpasses coal for 1st time 2 Global: Renewables have cut fossil-fuel imports for more than 100 countries 3 Global: Solar and wind generation grew in 1st half by more than overall demand increased in the same period 1/5

"..What they have in common is an ability to step back, decide on what they want & then put in place a plan to achieve it. And that, at its most simple, is the secret to our amazing schools. Deliberate action." @greeborunner.bsky.social @ensermark.bsky.social www.crownhouse.co.uk/how-do-they-... 2/2

Unlocking the potential of learning intentions. Lots if practicsl ideas here about how to lead your team

“A large Brisbane school is crediting dramatic improvements in its year 12 students’ English marks to a customised AI chatbot that provides instant feedback on student essays…. A qualitative shift in student engagement and motivation resulting from the dramatic reduction in feedback delivery time.”

Every week I share good climate news, not so good news that matters to our lives, and something concrete that you can do that will make a meaningful difference. Each story is designed to help kick-start a climate conversation. Subscribe here - it's free! us14.campaign-archive.com?u=fa37a09043...

Love this!

Ready to inspire your elementary writers? ✍️ These mentor texts can guide students to notice how writers craft their sentences—and encourage students to do the same! #ElementaryTeacher #literacy #EduSky

From building up background knowledge to deploying graphic organizers and anchor charts, here are 6 research-backed strategies for scaffolding your lessons. 🏗️🤩 #EduSky

Another thoughtful quote from @ahargreaves.bsky.social's upcoming book, #TheMakingofanEducator 📖 What do you think? Pre-order your copy today: buff.ly/HDeDyHQ #EduSky #BookSky

In the #MakingOfAnEducator, @ahargreaves.bsky.social explores what shaped him during the onset of his career in what he calls 'The Great Education Shift' 📚 Pre-order your copy today at: buff.ly/HDeDyHQ

We hear a lot about the importance of explicit teaching. But how do you take your teachers’ understanding to deeper levels? Here’s the advice from 5 school teams @stephygsalazar.bsky.social @johnqgoh.bsky.social

I wonder what cowardly bullshit @albomp.bsky.social and Penny Wong will vomit upon us next week to try and convince everyone to ignore this and let them keep enabling a genocide? #auspol

Huge crowds braved the rain today to march across the Sydney Harbour Bridge to protest the plight of the Palestinian people.

Open letter against the adoption of the Australian Special Envoy to Combat Antisemitism’s Plan: Academics against racism overland.org.au/2025/07/open...

Today in QT I asked the govt: will you be ambitious on climate? The ICJ has affirmed nations have a legal duty to prevent climate harm. Yet this govt continues to approve gas projects to 2070— completely undermining our climate commitments. www.zalisteggall.com.au/news #75by35 #auspol #netzero

We are living in an age of bullies. Those with power are less constrained today than they have ever been in my lifetime. The question is: how do we lead moral lives in this era? https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2025/jul/28/bullies-moral-lives-robert-reich