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'Our nearest neighbour is our newest ally': Albanese, Marape sign new defence treaty PNG and Australia formally sign a landmark new defence treaty, elevating the bilateral relationship between the two countries to an alliance and agreeing to "act to meet the common danger" if the othe...

As an Australian, I’m especially proud to be in PNG today. 50 years ago, demonstrating how interdependent and close our countries are, Gough Whitlam said something like, “Australia can only be fully free when PNG is fully free”. This announcement is in that spirit.
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How does your immune system stay balanced? A Nobel Prize-winning answer Regulatory T cells help your immune system distinguish between ‘self’ and ‘nonself’ – and can open doors to better treatments for cancer, autoimmune disease and transplant rejection.

How does your immune system stay balanced? A Nobel Prize-winning answer
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Inequality and the future of democracy Rising inequality and declining living standards have posed a threat to democracy in several democracies, but so far not in Australia. However, the increasing inequality of wealth, driven by housing becoming unaffordable without rich parents, is a threat.

Unless we can resolve the housing crisis, wealth will become more unequally distributed in Australia creating a country of “haves” and “have-nots” when it comes to the most important item determining our living standards. #auspol #housingcrisis

Australians released from Israeli detention after alleged beatings Seven Australian activists arrested while trying to break Israel's naval blockade of Gaza have been deported to Jordan, the ABC understands.

And they're out of Israel. Well done, DFAT.

"Seven Australian activists arrested while trying to break Israel's naval blockade of Gaza have been deported to Jordan, the ABC understands." #auspol #flotilla #Gaza

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Joe O’Brien of ABC News is a uniquely empathetic soul. That he demonstrates his empathy on the national broadcaster is a (non religious) blessing for us all

I agree. Joe is one of the best, and to openly show humanity with such authenticity is rare in the media.

Greta Thunberg On Her Detention: I'm "Not The Story" — It's Israel Violating International Humanitarian Law “I could talk for a very, very long time about our mistreatment and abuses in our imprisonment. Trust me. But that is not the story.”

Greta Thunberg, deported to Greece, says the targeting of the Sumud Flotilla is "not the story" @teenvogue.com — instead, she says:

"Israel once again violated international humanitarian law by preventing aid from getting into Gaza while people are being starved.”

Australian Turia Pitt has written a new book "Selfish". Just saw her interviewed this morning on #9, and it was a timely reminder of how this extraordinary woman has navigated difficult times. Lessons for all of us. Turia's latest book is a must-read.

Australia's south coast 'very, very high risk' for bushfires, modelling shows New Australian research shows, globally, major bushfire events are becoming more frequent, fatal and economically damaging.

Well worth reading as we head into bushfire season.

"New Australian research shows, globally, major bushfire events are becoming more frequent, fatal and economically damaging. It found the southern coast of Australia was at high risk." #auspol

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Me too. Sounds like the best plan so far.

Scott Morrison says Trump deserves a Nobel prize if president’s Gaza peace plan works The former Australian PM describes the plan as an ‘absolute gamechanger’ as US officials arrive in Egypt for talks

Kill me now 🥴

"Scott Morrison has praised Donald Trump for his 20-point peace plan for Gaza, adding that if it succeeds he could think of no recipient “more worthy” than the US president for the Nobel peace prize." #auspol

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Oh gosh. I hope that gets resolved easily, Kerrie. All the best.

Heart attack signs look different in women. It affects the care they receive Australian women having a heart attack are less likely to be promptly diagnosed and treated compared to men, although the gender gap in cardiac care is narrowing.

Women's heart attack care improving but not fast enough, researchers say

It's estimated the gender gap in care won't close for at least another decade without further action.

#health MedSky #auspol

Covid is not over.

People are still dying and becoming disabled every day.

We rushed “back to normal” for the economy, not because the threat had passed.

When you wear a mask, you’re not only protecting your health, you’re saying you don’t believe anyone is expendable.

Mount Everest rescue under way after snowstorm traps nearly 1,000 people Hundreds of trekkers stranded by blizzard on eastern face of mountain in Tibet already guided to safety by rescuers

Here’s a thought, stop climbing the bloody thing…
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Australian Gaza flotilla activists detained by Israel complain of ‘degrading and humiliating’ treatment One tells consular officials his arm was dislocated and head slammed into ground while another fears she may have a stroke

DFAT confirms there are seven Australians being held in a "high-security prison in the Negev desert after being arrested as part of the pro-Palestinian flotilla carrying aid to Gaza". Consular assistance is being provided through "in-person visits". #auspol

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That's certainly a reason to call it early. Have a great birthday, Ian. 🥳

If I waited until I had all my ducks in a row, I'd never get across the street. Sometimes you just have to gather up what you've got and make a run for it.

Life tip 👇😊

A park with green grass and a multitude of various trees. Foreground shows a small tree covered in pale-to-mid pink blossoms. Blue sky and soft white clouds above.

Spring blossoms nearly at an end. It's a short-lived season but one of beauty. 🥰
#Canberra
#trees
#BloomScrolling

Australian officials 'on the ground' helping Gaza flotilla activists detained in Israel The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade says at least five Australians are detained in Israel, while Global Sumud Flotilla organisers say Israel has seven Australians in custody.

This process is critical. For our govt to do a running commentary may put this in jeopardy.

"Officials from the Australian Embassy in Tel Aviv are on the ground in Ketziot to support Australians in detention..." #auspol #flotilla #Gaza

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Come, stand with me for a moment
Feel the clear, cool water pulse across your feet
See the tiny fishes darting to and fro
Bask in the sunshine, warm on your back
Take it all in
Breathe deeply
And know it is for moments like this that we live

A lovely post, Dr K. ❤️

Ok. It's a long weekend. To all you interstate drivers enjoying the nation's capital - speed limits apply here too! It's a thing. When the sign is 50, for example, that does not mean 80km/hr. Slow the f**k down. Otherwise, love you lots. xx
#Canberra

Greta Thunberg mistreated by Israeli forces in detention, activists say Activists describe mistreatment after Israel intercepted Gaza aid flotilla and detained about 450 people.

OMG. Netanyahu never wanted peace😡.

Turkish journalist & Gaza Sumud Flotilla participant Ersin Celik told local media outlets he witnessed Israeli forces “torture Greta Thunberg,” describing how she was “dragged on the ground” & “forced to kiss the Israeli flag.”

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And daylight saving has started in Australia 😅. Confusion reigns.
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US offers unaccompanied migrant children cash to leave the country The move is the latest financial offer made by the Department of Homeland Security, aimed at encouraging voluntary deportations.

A new low...

"The Trump administration is offering unaccompanied migrant children $US2,500 ($3,800) to voluntarily leave the US."

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Ah, impatience. I agree. And so many people on here seem to thrive on criticising this government at every turn, and particularly the PM. They feed off each other, and the often negative media, without making the effort to look behind the headlines. The PNG deal is just one recent example.

Don't let derangement syndrome throw shade on Albanese's global wins This week feels like it's time to officially add Albanese Derangement Syndrome to the diagnostic and statistical manual of political disorders.

Analysis by Jacob Greber. Worth reading.

"Albanese has been quietly chipping away for months and longer on a number of foreign policy fronts. The past two weeks demonstrated how they are starting to come together." #auspol

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Trump says his Gaza peace deal is 'an amazing thing'. More and more nations disagree On Wednesday, Donald Trump proclaimed his Middle East peace deal an "amazing thing". By week's end, things were not as straightforward as they seemed.

Laura Tingle:

"The interception of the international flotilla heading for Gaza seems to have lit an entirely new level of outrage in the populous at large around the globe about what is happening in the enclave."

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"In the midst of movement and chaos, keep stillness inside of you." Deepak Chopra