I don't want to stereotype or anything, but the mood didn't quite match with my past experiences of people lining up for a book signing. Those people with luggage look like they've just landed, taken the train to Perth and immediately joined the line instead of going to their hotel. Besides, what bookshop? White Dwarf books is in the other direction.
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Some kind of book launch/signing at the bookshop would be my guess.
@Nath #WWE public appearance/publicity/pop-up merch stall etc
New Labubu drop.
Lol, thanks. My other option was 'Don't people in Australia believe the British have teeth?' and then a picture of Austin Powers
Haha, yeah this would definitely be confusing for people out of State. This'll explain it, [Royal Show Attendance - ABC]((https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-10-06/perth-royal-show-attendance-slumps-to-10-year-low/105857262)
Also, they chose Butler is where a lot of British immigrants have been moving to, when they come here.
Are people in Perth unaware they have teeth?
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Theres quite a cool table attached to this article, showing a bunch of projects in WA.
I find its healthy to be circumspect with those wielding power.
Mr King said it was problematic that most police forces across Australia are not required to adopt recommendations made by the independent bodies that oversee them
Problematic? Maybe an understatement. There should be very restricted and codified reasons why a police force shouldn't carry out recommendations from independent bodies. They should also be required to respond to each case explaining why they don't believe they need to take action, where they refuse.
No one should be perceived to be above the law, especially not the police themselves.
Hahah, yep, screwed that typing up a bit!
Some candidates have admitted that's the reason. If they can't win the popular vote in the big elections they'll start off in ones that people don't care so much about.
Kumquats?
Thankyou :) all dogs bring joy.
Certainly can.
Had the wisdom of ages, and a chill, curious attitude.
Great dog.
NB. May be a Yorkie, I call all fluffy dogs Silkie.
Can we get a pic?
AI guy is the worst. If we wanted to AI-bullshit our services then we might hire a consultant. Its not a councillors job to reconfigure procedures.
Why yes, we want *checks candidate profiles* apolitical politicians, an AI guy trying to cut spending, and to "Make Albany Great Again".
(and I suspect several more who havenβt been as forthright about their views).
That's my main worry. A few didn't even present their views or policies.
In some ways, making their content available in a shareable way, like a blog post, makes it ripe for posting to facebook, which will ultimately reduce their readership
This is an interesting thought, i can understand the logic, might not agree that its sound, but i can see the way they'd put together that line of thinking.
Same as usual, sleep and then night shift. Work is a lot quieter than normal and pays more, so I'm not complaining (well, except that the supermarket closed at 6 instead of 9 so I didn't have a chance to pick up something for dinner).
I didn't know the royal show was on either, I've been meaning to go to it at least once in my adult life. I remember as a kid getting dragged around all the boring stuff before finally making it to the rides & showbags, but I think I might be more interested now.
Dogsitting an elderly Silkie, whose tongue hangs out the side of its mouth.
It's super hilarious and cute.
I'm shocked that no one is saying that they are spending the time reflecting on King Charles and the benevolent, paternal role he plays in all our lives
Wait... the royal shows on?
Oh damn! I'd better do that tonight! Cheers for the reminder!
Mowed the lawn. Now I'm fighting with myGov trying to do my taxes. I'm out of control π€ͺ
Yeah, like you said in the other post, we need to start thinking about ways of engaging the general populace in local elections more effectively. Whether ots compulsory voting, or something else. Probably multiple things will be needed being realistic.
U/joshi@aussie.zone and i had an interesting chat along these lines on their Post about some council issues a few weeks back.