In things that I wish surprised me, some of the discussion has brought Victorian One Nation State President John Groves out of the woodwork, and a look at his twitter timeline not only comes up with gems like calling Julia Gillard a “redheaded itch”, but he seems to actively support “poofter bashing”.
Year: 2010
A Tiny Bright Spot
This has been a pretty damn depressing election campaign for all of us, I think. It’s been filled with bigotry and gossip about ALP internal politics, and there’s been very little analysis of policy or what either major party is… Read More ›
Liberal party launch: policy salad
I continue to be gobsmacked that one of the most light-weight Oppositions in this country’s history can make so much headway in the media and the polls.
Sudden fansquee Sunday
Realising that True Blood‘s maenad Maryann Forrester and Star Trek: Next Generation‘s Ensign Ro were both played by the same actor, Michelle Forbes. Plus…
Oz-Election Reader – August 7, 2010
Items of interest found recently in my RSS feed. What did I miss? Please share what you've been reading (and writing!) in the comments.
New Hoyden bylines: napalmnacey and Jennifer
I am pleased to announce that napalmnacey and Jennifer have agreed to join the roster of Hoyden authors, to post as and when they feel so inclined. Welcome! Here, have a cake! Held by David Tennant!
Otterday! And Open Thread.
Today’s otters… have quills. And ickle cutesome noses. And teeny pink feet. And they’re not actually mustelids, as such. And… they’re hedgehogs. I couldn’t resist! Check these out! Via The Daily Squee. Please feel free to use this thread to natter about anything your heart desires.
Friday Hoyden: Best Feminist Young Adult Books
What was the first book you read and thought “wow, I never knew girls/women could do that“? Or alternatively, the first book you read and thought “why on earth would those people think girls/women shouldn’t do that?”.
Laws requiring early electoral roll closure ruled unconstitutional
From SMH, news just in: The High Court have ruled that Howard-era laws which close the electoral rolls on e day that writs for an election are issue are invalid… Activist group GetUp! brought the constitutional challenge, arguing the laws… Read More ›
Election Week 3: Zombie Apocalypse
Seriously, the campaign becomes more bizarre every day. Any predictions?
Hoyden About Town 