My sister asked me if I’d like to go on a boat trip with her next June to visit a town where some of our mum’s ancestors lived, and I said no because I didn’t really fancy the boat trip and I’m not that fussed about the ancestry.
But then she told me there’s a 1,000 year old tree in the town. So now I want to go visit an old tree.
Still think I’ll skip the boat.
This fella an hour ago, snoring like only a bulldog can. He’s exhausted from watching me construct garden beds on the balcony this afternoon, ready to plant veggie seedlings later this week when the minimum temp stops dropping below 5°C. Also he watched people play tennis, and that was exhausting too.
#DogsOfMastodon #dog #dogs #bulldog #AustralianBulldog
Dammit. Booked an outside table for a large group at a super popular cafe for this morning thinking it would be more COVID-safe and better for hearing conversation than inside. But with this wind, it might be quite unpleasant. And I bet they wont be able to move us to an inside table.
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3D printing has gone around the world 🌏 — and off-world 🚀. Now it is going small. Very small 🔬.
Vik Olliver — core developer of the original RepRap Project team, who built the first replicating 3D printer in 2005 and released it as Open Source — returns to Everything Open as a keynote speaker, in Meanjin / Brisbane.
“AUKUS is not fit for purpose. There are cheaper and more suitable alternatives than big attack nuclear submarines. It has no credible rationale and is no substitute for the comprehensive security policy framework we urgently need at a time of escalating climate risks and shifting international relations.”
Peter Garrett The Saturday Paper, 071126. #Auspol
It's Beltane in the southern hemisphere, so best wishes to all who celebrate 🙂
And at Huonville, I saw this fantastic painting by Trawlwoolway artist Reuben Oates which feels very Spring like. Check out his art, it's amazing: https://reubenoatesart.com.au/
Yesterday I learned that I can set Pancake Dog (robot vacuum, no wifi) to work and Chase (actual dog) will be quite happy to supervise while I’m out. And I come home to clean floor and happy dogs who feel they’ve fulfilled their role in the pack.
Added a new video showing how to assemble the #RepRapMicron PIKA V0.03 Axis Driver https://youtu.be/5TI-oAWuZNE - the one with easier to install/replace anti-backlash bands. I get to set something on fire in this one too.
“Listen. Strange women lying in ponds distributing swords is no basis for a system of government. Supreme executive power derives from a mandate from the masses, not from some farcical aquatic ceremony.”
If Sydney folk want to come up for the day and paddle out - locals have sorted out the train trip so you can have some cheery company on the way. They may also be able to help with carpooling if you can't do the train. #RisingTide #PaddleForThePlanet #environment #ClimateJustice #ClimateChange https://www.instagram.com/p/DfZJ-PfzXyn/?mdxt=MTB0Nmd5Zm91MzZs
There's a Paddle for the Planet happening on 14 November in Newcastle NSW. Not a blockade (that's next Feb). It's a one day family friendly flotilla at the world's largest coal port. You can byo a vessel or register to borrow one for the paddle out.
#RisingTide #PaddleForThePlanet #environment #ClimateJustice #ClimateChange
https://www.instagram.com/p/DcLA94XgEGj/?dlrf=MWhlaGZpNng5MTZpOQ==
A eulogy for a much loved 18th century Venetian dog, illustrated with charming woodcuts. #NewAcquisition
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Just one last reminder that today is the final day that you can enrol to vote, or update your enrolment, with the Victorian Electoral Commission ahead of the state election on 28 November.
Here's the link:
The local Greens campaign has been urging members to not interact with the right-wing rubbish that corporate social media is serving up. Don't watch, don't respond, because even if you respond negatively that means engagement, which just prompts the algorithm to boost it. Ignoring it is the best way to make it disappear.
They forgot to add "also, get off the fascist's platforms and join the fediverse", but otherwise it seems like good advice.
Who politicians bank with and owe money to...
Big banks get the lion's share of politicians' business, with the Commonwealth the winner.
Interestingly, NAB, with the reputation of being for the big end of town, is more popular with Coalition MPs.
Full details with drill-down at: https://politicalgadgets.com/Interests/who_banks/ #auspol
Canberra folk: my quilt is hanging in Erindale library. If you're down that way, pop in and have a look.
Catching up on news... congratulations to @graemeinnes as new Chair of NDIA Board. Kurt Fearnley was a great Chair, and I'm sure Graeme will be too.
Also good to see Glenn Keys (Aspen Medical) on the Board. He'll bring the experiences of people with intellectual disability into the conversation, especially on independent housing needs.
Once again, I am asking for a moment of your time to put on your headphones before watching a noisy action movie on your phone on the train.