#canberra brave

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25/08/2024 - CBR vs MIC, Goodall Cup Finals

LOVE IS STORED IN THE GOALIE TANDEM

[qnewsau]

Rhys Nicholson mourns twink death in new passport photo

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Rhys Nicholson mourns twink death in new passport photo

Thoughts and prayers for Rhys Nicholson, who has bravely gone public to raise awareness about twink death, the condition that eventually comes for us all.

The Australian comedian, who used they/them pronouns, recently renewed their passport and on Instagram to share their two passport photos from years apart.

As well as bravely coming out as a US citizen in the post, Rhys also wrote, “Nothing like a new passport to officially announce to yourself you are not a Twink anymore, and haven’t been for quite some time.”

Drag queen Ivory Glaze replied, “Thoughts and prayers… you have now reached twas status.”

“Portrait of dorian GAY,” Etecetera Etcetera added.

“The lady on the right is actually wanted in Estonia for hacking,” another follower joked.

“Rachel Maddow looks different here,” another wrote.

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Rhys Nicholson films Drag Race Down Under in Auckland

In a few months, Rhys Nicholson is returning to season four of the newly-titled Drag Race Down Under, now hosted by Michelle Visage on Stan.

The Australian comedian flies to Auckland each year to judge the Australasian version of the series.

Last year, Rhys recalled that hilariously, they were let on a plane to Australia out of Auckland airport without a passport.

Rhys shared the story on ABC’s The Weekly with Charlie Pickering last April.

“You wanna see a trusting country? Go to New Zealand,” the comedian explained.

“A couple of years ago, I was in Auckland airport to come home when I realised I’d lost my passport.

“I really needed to get on the flight, so I spoke to the guy at the desk, and he simply exclaimed, ‘No worries bro, let’s call Canberra’.

“He got on the phone, and he called Canberra, I guess? Chatted for a few minutes, and he hung up. God as my witness, he said, ‘Well, they said it’s up to us, so I reckon just go.’”

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[laurenfoxmakesthings]

"Trans voices and experiences should be centred in all discussions about our lives and health care. Yet last Monday the peak body for psychiatry, the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP), platformed an anti-trans lobby group at their annual conference. During their session the group promoted discredited studies and called on attendees to support their campaign to restrict access to gender-affirming care in Australia.  This is outrageous and a clear violation of RANZCP’s own commitments in support of the trans community and our access to gender-affirming care. That’s why we are launching a campaign to demand that RANZCP explain why the session was allowed to go ahead, and make a public commitment to ban anti-trans lobby groups from any future events.

But to put real pressure on RANZCP we need your support. We need to raise $100,000 by June 30th to fund our work for the next year, so we can run urgent campaigns to fight for trans justice.

Over the coming weeks we will be mobilising and supporting members of the College, medical students, and community members to call on RANZCP to live up to their own values. 

Together, we will protect trans health care from the influence of the anti-trans lobby. 

The organisation that RANZCP platformed was the Society for Evidence-Based Gender Medicine (SEGM). SEGM supports pathologising theories about trans people that are not recognised by any major Australian medical organisation, do not have collaborative relationships with any major LGBTSBQIA+ representative body in Australia, and have been critical of protecting trans people under bans on conversion practices.

A number of SEGM members served as advisors on the UK’s flawed Cass Review, and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis even appointed a past SEGM member, Patrick Hunter, to the Florida Board of Medicine - a state that has since banned gender-affirming care for minors and adults. This is their game plan. 

If we allow anti-trans organisations to build their power and influence they could weaponise health organisations like RANZCP against our community, banning our access to care and stripping away our right to bodily autonomy. We can’t let that happen.

Psychiatry has always had a tense relationship with the LGBTSBQIA+ community because of the ways in which sexual and gender diversity has been pathologised. 

However, RANZCP has worked hard to rebuild trust. They have made statements in support of the trans community, supported non-discriminatory treatment of the LGBTSBQIA+ community, and even made a submission to the Australian Human Rights Commission about the emerging threats to trans and gender diverse people.

That'ts why the choice to platform SEGM is so shockingly hypocritical. 

Together, we will show RANZCP leadership that platforming groups like SEGM puts the credibility, integrity, and reputation of the College at risk.

We already have a lot of support. On the morning of the conference we organised a snap rally. Braving the -1ºc Canberra temperatures we handed out more than 400 flyers to attendees and had many great conversations. A number of RANZCP’s senior members also came out to talk with us and support the protests.

Prior to the conference a number of community groups, medical organisations, and experts raised grave concerns about SEGM’s involvement in the conference. This included a letter signed by 50 psychiatrists and registrars. 

Now we are now preparing to turn up the heat. We will be putting pressure on RANZCP from both within the College and outside it, to get them to publicly commit to not platform anti-trans lobby groups at future events. But to make these plans a reality we need your support.

Help stop the anti-trans lobby by chipping in to support our work. 

We know that times are tough so whatever you can contribute is much appreciated. Every little bit helps.

We will keep you updated as we push forward with this campaign. 

Trans health belongs in trans hands and we will fight for our right to have power over the decisions that affect our lives and health care.

In solidarity for trans justice."

Quoting Jackie Turner Director, Trans Justice Project (she/her)

[joshuawithers]

In 2115 will we still commemorate Anzac Day like we do today?

Anzac Day 1916 was a very different ANZAC Day compared to that I experienced in Canberra this morning. Martin Crotty, a historian at the University of Queensland, said that Anzac Day commemorations have “suited political purposes right from 1916 when the first Anzac Day march was held in London and Australia, which were very much about trying to recruit more people to join the war during 1916-1918.”

As war efforts changed over the last 109 years, and eventually subsided, the Anzac Day commemorations have taken on a more solemn and meaningful practice. After attending the 2024 Dawn Service at the Australian War Memorial this morning–my first in Canberra, and possibly my fifth as an adult–I have some thoughts.

I’m not going to discuss how I thought arriving half an hour early for a 5:30 am service would be “early enough” to secure a good viewpoint–it was not, and I’m pretty sure that most of the 30,000 attendees beat me to the Sculpture Garden this morning. Nor will I mention how the lacklustre audio and video production at the memorial left me feeling blind and deaf, yet my hearing was sharp enough at 5:30 am to hear someone vomiting behind me and a staff member using one of those hand-held clickers commonly used by bouncers, walking through the crowd in the dark, clicking away.

I won’t wax lyrical about how the male performers were named and the master of ceremonies asked the crowd to applaud them, yet the female performers were neither named nor acknowledged.

Where my mind is at, here in the Canberra Qantas Lounge at 4pm on the twenty-fifth of April, is the book I’m currently seven percent through on my Kobo e-reader, “Van Diemen’s Land” by James Boyce, and a PhD candidate from Turkey who was ahead of me in line for a bacon and egg roll after the service.

The PhD candidate studying tourism in Turkey has come to Australia for a few weeks to complete his study on why Australians aren’t visiting Gallipoli for Anzac Day anymore. Apparently, for the centenary in 2015, over 40,000 Australians and New Zealanders made the pilgrimage, but numbers have significantly dropped, to about 1,500 last year.

I can’t shake the feeling that Anzac Day needs to continue to evolve.

In 2115, are we expecting our great-grandchildren to be trekking to Gallipoli, or even to the Australian War Memorial, to remember the events of April 1915?

Or can the spirit of Anzac Day start to embody more of the Australian spirit, leading me to James Boyce’s “Van Diemen’s Land”?

The thorough rewriting and retelling of Tasmania’s history should be a must-read for all Australians–not for the interest in the Apple Isle–but for a thorough understanding of the relationship between the first Australians, the early whalers and sealers, the French, the Dutch, and the British.

I was sold a narrative as a child that there was nothing here on Terra Australis except for some savages until the Brits arrived, and then some things happened, then we got Channel V. My little brother was born in 1988, so he got a cool birth certificate because the country was 200 years old, and I got a trip to Expo ‘88. Simpler times.

Modern brave and valiant efforts to flesh out that story with truth, to include First Australians, their sovereignty, and their story, have undoubtedly helped me understand more about the brutality inflicted by the early settlers and the sudden change to the Aboriginal way of life– one day they’re living their hashtag bestlife, and the next, some guy is waving a metal rod of murder towards them, killing some of their friends and family.

James Boyce’s nuanced approach to the 18th and 19th-century tension has led me to a greater understanding of the times. An understanding that softens the often poisonous narrative about the early explorers and convicts, acknowledging that they were strangers in a new and foreign land, and also that the locals were being impacted by strangers in their homeland.

One simple story that greatly impacted me was about how back-burning was misunderstood. We now know that Australian Aborigines are experts in land and bushfire management, and we also have evidence that being caught in a bushfire isn’t exactly conducive to survival. In what would be one of the earliest misunderstandings between local Aboriginals and settlers, the Aboriginals were back-burning on their land, as was their right and responsibility, but the British were terrified and believed they were under attack from the Aboriginals.

There are countless other stories from that time of the early explorers, soldiers, and convicts having extremely positive relationships with the First Australians.

But the scarlet thread through it all are tensions between the nations and their people.

The path of reconciliation made its way into the twentieth century where the First Nations people of Australia fought alongside the first immigrants of Australia in World War I, albeit paid dismally and treated worse, and still today our people struggle with that tension between our peoples, working feverishly to close that gap and heal the wounds.

I was reminded of that as one of the speakers at the War Memorial dawn service this morning recounted the 1944 story of the Battle of Leyte Gulf in the Philippines, where HMAS Australia was attacked by the Japanese.

In 2024, Japan is the number one nation Australians are visiting–willingly, for leisure and fun–only 80 years after we lost thirty Australians to a Japanese kamikaze aircraft attack.

The story I see being told on Anzac Day 2115 is a story of principles being held and fought for, and tensions being identified and resolved, a story of reconciliation.

Perhaps today we can start sharing that beautiful, rich, and rare story of resolved tension, principles of treaty between the First Australian nations and those of us who come across the seas for the boundless plains to share. May we advance Australia fair.

[horrorstorieswithlaxmi]

Haunted Cities: Discover the World's Most Spine-Chilling Destinations

Are you a thrill-seeker with a fascination for the supernatural? If so, you're in for a treat! We've compiled a list of the most haunted cities across the globe, where ancient folklore, ghost stories, and unanswered questions come together to create an eerie atmosphere. From the dark streets of Prague to the abandoned corridors of Poveglia Island, these spine-chilling destinations are sure to send shivers down your spine. So, grab your ghost-hunting gear and get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

1. Prague, Czech Republic: Where Ghosts Roam the Historic Streets

Prague, the capital city of the Czech Republic, is a treasure trove of haunted spots. As you wander through the historic streets, you might encounter the Headless Templar on Liliova Street or hear the strangled screams of demons in Houska Castle, famously known as the "Gates of Hell." These spine-chilling encounters will transport you to a world beyond the living.

2. Changi Beach, Singapore: Unveiling the Dark Secrets of Old Changi Hospital

Adjacent to the picturesque Changi Beach lies the hauntingly sinister Old Changi Hospital. During World War II, this place served as a prison for 50,000 Allied prisoners who reportedly endured unimaginable torture. Visitors claim to hear echoes of screams that resonate through the area, a chilling reminder of the past.

3. Sighisoara, Romania: Delve into the Birthplace of Dracula

For fans of Bram Stoker's legendary novel, Dracula, Sighisoara is a must-visit. This historic Transylvanian city is the birthplace of Vlad the Impaler, the brutal Prince of Wallachia who inspired the iconic vampire. Explore his childhood home, which now houses a tiny torture museum, or venture into the eerie, creaky stairwell of Holy Trinity Church after dark.

4. London, U.K.: Royal Spirits and Ghosts of Monks

London, a city steeped in history, harbors its fair share of paranormal activity. The Tower of London, infamous for its gruesome past, is haunted by the spirits of royalty. Meanwhile, Westminster Abbey is said to be frequented by ghostly monks. If you're brave enough, venture into Highgate Cemetery, but beware of the vampire lurking on Swain's Lane.

5. Edinburgh, U.K.: Unearth the Ghostly Secrets of Scotland's Capital

Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland, offers a dark and haunting experience. Edinburgh Castle, perched atop a hill, conceals ghost-ridden dungeons and a chilling past. For a spine-chilling encounter, dare to explore Real Mary King's Close, an underground network of streets where victims of the Black Plague were quarantined and left to die.

6. Baguio, Philippines: Unveiling the Dark History of Diplomat Hotel and Laperal White House

In the scenic city of Baguio, two haunted locations stand as testaments to a violent past. The abandoned Diplomat Hotel bears witness to the atrocities of World War II, with the spirits of war crimes victims lingering in its halls. Another chilling spot is the Laperal White House, known for its violent history of torture and murder.

7. New Orleans, Louisiana: A Tapestry of Ghostly Tales

New Orleans, with its rich and tragic history, is a hotbed of ghostly activity. Yellow fever epidemics and devastating fires have left their mark, fueling the city's ghost lore. In Jackson Square, located in the French Quarter, the sounds of the dead are said to reverberate. Don't miss the infamous LaLaurie Mansion, home to Madame LaLaurie, one of the world's most notorious serial killers.

8. Poveglia Island, Venice, Italy: The Epitome of Haunted Destinations

Venice, known for its masks and gondolas, also boasts Poveglia Island, often hailed as "the most haunted place in the world." This abandoned island was once home to an exiled colony of plague victims and later served as a sinister asylum. Ghost hunters flock to this eerie island in search of paranormal encounters.

9. Canberra, Australia: Haunted Halls and Mysterious Figures

The Old Parliament House in Canberra is not only a symbol of political history but also a hotspot for ghostly encounters. Visitors have reported sightings of former prime ministers wandering the halls, adding an eerie twist to this iconic landmark. Hotel Kurrajong, where Prime Minister Ben Chifley suffered a heart attack in 1951, is also rumored to be haunted.

10. San Antonio, Texas: Supernatural Tales in the Home of the Alamo

San Antonio, Texas, known as the home of the Alamo, has its fair share of supernatural stories. The grounds of San Fernando Cathedral come alive after sundown, with shadowy figures and spirits making their presence felt. Visitors often report sightings of hooded monks and men dressed in black, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this historic city.

Conclusion: Embark on a Haunting Adventure

If you're a horror enthusiast or simply seeking an adrenaline rush, these haunted cities offer the perfect vacation destinations. From encountering the Headless Templar in Prague to exploring the ghostly dungeons of Edinburgh Castle, each city has its own unique blend of history, folklore, and spine-chilling encounters. So, pack your bags, embrace the unknown, and embark on an unforgettable journey into the world's most haunted cities. Just remember, you might not be alone...

[imogenbarlassblog]

This was the third film I made during my degree called Snowy Labour which is a short documentary that captures the personal story of Carlo or "Charlie" Salvestro as he relives the highs and lows of working in the tunnels of the Snowy Hydro Scheme.

My role on this documentary as the production designer involved organising the interview setup shot, the costuming of our interviewee, the lighting, props and organsing various other visual design elements.

Please find attached below an individual statement from our films director that summarises the essence of the documentary!

Being from the Snowy Mountains in rural Australia, I grew up on stories of the brave men of the Snowy Hydro scheme, bravely digging away to secure our nations infrastructure. So, when I moved to Sydney for university, I was shocked to discover that most people my age knew barely anything about Snowy! This was what compelled me to create a documentary chronicling the hardships and triumphs of the Scheme, from the perspective of my Nonno, Charlie Salvestro, who dug tunnels and worked as a brakeman. This film is very personal to me because it taps into a deep family connection and shares stories passed down through the Salvestro family over the last 70 years. Getting my Macquarie University student crew down to Cooma to film this was a logistical challenge, and turned into a near nightmare once we lost half the crew to covid in the week before the shoot. But we persevered, and I hope that you enjoy this story of how bloody hard working on the Snowy was, but ultimately why it was worth it.

Snowy Labour also won several awards, these include:

Macquarie University MMCC3012 Documentary Unit Screening night

Sydney, NSW  Australia  June 9, 2022  Australian Premiere  Winner: Best Director, Best Picture, Best Actor/Subject

Far South Film Festival 2022

Merimbula, NSW  Australia  Official Selection

Short+Sweet Film Festival Illawarra 2022

Wollongong, NSW  Australia  Winner: Best Australian Film

Student World Impact Film Festival 2023

New York, NY  United States  North American Premiere  Honourable Mention

Canberra Short Film Festival

Canberra, ACT  Australia  ACT Premiere  Official Selection

[fandelyon]

Geek Markets roundup

Despite a thoroughly wet day, around 7000 people braved the less-than-perfect Canberra conditions to help make April’s Geek Markets a huge success. The pavilion was packed, with everyone keen to get their geek on and support local artists and vendors. A shout-out to everyone I met, particularly all my new subscribers: Anna, Sarah, Ruby, Lena, Emily, Ben, Craig, Daniel, Kelly, Americo, Amelia,…

[t-orr-ing]

MOMMOM and CHRISTMAS and ALL THE EXCITEMENT

Our lady finally arrived to AUSTRALIA! Her charming welcoming committee was ready to go.

The excitement level was off the charts.

We started the trip with engaging activities like back-to-back dentist appointments with three kids.

Flying kites at the arboretum. 

And visiting the local mall’s Christmas display.

Our Christmas photo finally came through from the embassy.

Mom’s timing worked out perfectly and allowed us to use her skills to keep the house running while we finally received our HHGs and unpacked our house 4 days before Christmas.

Santa gifted the boy’s with laser tag. Both an epically great and epically awful choice.

Matthew mowed every inch of the house.

And the bug vacuum has led to hours of fun, and also a bee down Carson’s shirt “by accident.”

The kids spent a few days of “post Christmas let-down” being complete brats.

So we went outside as much as possible. Christmas in summer is both bizarre and fantastic. We went to the playground at the lake and then took a miserable walk with whiny trolls and tried to enjoy our time ignoring them as much as we could.

Mom spent some time being a hockey goal and managed to keep all of her teeth.

We saw a Huntsman spider at the zoo!

We hiked around Tidbinbilla and saw some red-bellied snakes, a bandicoot, maybe a platypus, and koalas!!!

And we played at the playground.

We also went to Sydney for the first time. 

I led everyone on a 5-mile AMAZING tour. They should let me write a tour guide book. Really. What memories.

I, however, loved it.

The botanic gardens were stunning with fabulous weather.

A handsome boy on a boat going to the zoo!

And then a cable car to the top?!  The things dreams are made of.

We saw a seal show and a bird show and had an all-around fabulous time. It was hot. My caucasian kids were in sun shirts.

We saw a cassowary!!!

And then visited a beach on our way home.

Matty boy turned 18 months and is as hilarious, scootchy, and loving as ever.

We had the best time with MomMom and loved every minute with her.

And then we had to say our goodbyes until she’s recovered enough to brave another visit. And our people were left with just us.

And each other.

And we celebrated our very last summer adventure at the beach.

That’s it! The cruise ship director has docked. We did something every single day, and can confidently say that we explored most places in Canberra. Off to school you go!

[jordaneberle]

Mood

[themelbourneice]

a brave player dropped his stick and davis picked it up and started playing with it 👏🏼👌🏼

[puckpocketed]

08/06/2024 - MUSTANGS @ BRAVE

alex tetreault . a small mammal in my palm .

[newcastlenorthstars]

AIHL captain’s ranked

God Tier - Jamie Woodman

Great Tier - David Huxley

Good Tier - Mark Rummukainen

Okay Tier - Bert Malloy

Neutral Tier - Michael Schlamp

Bad Tier - Lliam Webster

Shit Tier - Michael McMahon

[icehockeyergonis]

Hayden Dawes - Perth Thunder v Canberra Brave: 12/05/2019

[vgknightts]

a canberra team leading the league in anything is actually wild. like our teams are not usually good (i think) so this has made my day. i appreciate them so much

[joysobin-blog]

"This will remain the land of the free so long as it is the home of the brave”  #soldiers #army #brave #hero #inspire #free #land #country #home #mother #save #war #warmemorial #canberra #lestweforget #guardianangels #courage #joybeyours #sobinjoy #lin_t_a #patriots #remember #general #nobility #adversity https://www.instagram.com/p/CEWJcmQARaE/?igshid=1uno4wl8u6am0