Oh are we identifying the ideology of lobby groups now? That's great! I look forward to the NZ Initiative, Free Speech Union, Taxpayers' Union, and every bank economist being called right-wing in the headlines of their numerous self-generated stories from now on.

Toi Aro d/Deaf and/or Disabled Artist Development Residency! I held the Toi Pōneke version of this residency earlier this year and it was an amazing opportunity. If you're a Wellington region artist and meet the criteria I'd really encourage you to apply. www.toiaro.nz/residencies

Just loving how John Cleese, now reduced to one of his own caricatures, rages about immigrants coming to the UK and failing to accept "our" culture, from his home in ... (checks notes) ... Nevis in the Caribbean.

Last night was fun! One more live score this evening, 8.30pm at Embassy, koha tix here: events.humanitix.com/live-cinema-...

Pōneke, tomorrow the Wellington Film Society’s screening of The Wind (1928) featuring a live musical performance from @thomasarbor.bsky.social and Hara, is open to the public. Both the film and music are electric. You’ll need to book a seat + entry is by donation events.humanitix.com/live-cinema-...

Live cinema: The Wind (1928) with live score - koha booking

Non-members can attend this screening with koha - must have a booking via Humanatix.

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I'll be in conversation with Hun Lynch at Auckland Library from 2-3 pm today. She'll be playing songs as well. Come along. www.eventfinda.co.nz/2026/one-mor...

lots of reporters suddenly worried about slipping into communism but strangely f*cking quiet about slipping into fascism

Also this one, totally different vibe - crazy cool stuff, never heard anything quite like it! www.youtube.com/watch?v=hGqT...

Daniela Lalita - Trececerotres (Official Music Video)

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The coolest track & production I've heard in a while! Daniela Lalita & Mietze Conte - Tac Tac 💗 www.youtube.com/watch?v=85wE...

Tac Tac

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Hara & I are doing a live-score of The Wind (1928) at Embassy next Mon/Tues for the Wellington Film Society ! Pictured: Rara looking effortlessly cool, me hiding the stain on my jersey. Photo by Ben Laksana More info & bookings : wellingtonfilms.nz/films/the-wi...

Hara & I are doing a live-score of The Wind (1928) at Embassy next Mon/Tues for the Wellington Film Society ! Pictured: Rara looking effortlessly cool, me hiding the stain on my jersey. Photo by Ben Laksana More info & bookings : wellingtonfilms.nz/films/the-wi...

Spoof ad in London

Canterbury. Water is undrinkable due to nitrates. Where is the massive awareness campaign to warn people?

The Press@thepress.co.nz · 3w ago

The study compared birth records with the home address of the mother and historic nitrate levels in the area.

Mānawatia a Matariki! Gonna be a lovely vibe at Pyramid Club tonight - mulled wine, chai, food to share, Bridget Kelly's Quintet (w/ 3 double basses! harp, reeds, drums) and our community choir. All welcome! 7pm doors, 7.30 start ✨💗

Quick reminder as we see yet another record number of kiwis celebrating and attending Matariki events this week, despite this govt cutting its funding, that every National and Act mp voted against Aotearoa having this.

Sirāt is a good film, especially if you're into techno. Harrowing and tragic also youtu.be/3_9OkHX8ZiA?...

SIRĀT - Official Trailer - In Select Theaters February 6

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Nothing says "Free Speech Absolutist" like repeatedly having to gaslight your pet chatbot when it gets too factual.

Another cool show at Pyramid Club tonight! Sri Lankan drummer Sumudi Suraweera with locals Bridget Kelly, Isaac Smith, Patrick Bleakley & Rosie Langabeer Tix here: www.undertheradar.co.nz/gig/102842/S...

Tonight at Pyramid Club! Japan's Kawol Samarqandi and Perpets (Antony Milton & Zac Winterwood) of Wairarapa. Doors 8pm 🌟

There's a lot of crap on social media but there's also stuff like this, which exposes how traditional media cover the arses of politicians they like all the time.

“lost $33K on a stupid Trump memecoin scheme and blames Democrats for it” I think we did it team, I think we found Peak MAGA Guy

Blue Georgia@bluegeorgia.bsky.social · last mo.

Reuters found several Trump supporters who invested in his memecoin and lost money. One put $2,000. It's now worth less than $120, in what she called a "pump and dump scheme." Another dropped $40,000. He lost almost $33k and now blames Democrats.

This is the secret main essential true 250th anniversary event: the brave voice of democracy and justice; the brutal forces of silencing; it's all here.

Raider@iwillnotbesilenced.bsky.social · last mo.

14-year old girl arrested for speaking out against Data Centers in her community

KARL: Rs are gonna make you the poster child for the D Party MAMDANI: Let them. We don't have to ask ourselves what life looks like if a socialist wins. I won last year & over the course of the last 6 months what we've delivered for working people are the very things we were told were impossible.

WANT TO SNORFLE THE MURDERCAT (🔊 up)

I love thinking about Deep Time! eg. this 3 billion year old impact crater in Australia ☄️ Science is cool

The Conversation AUNZ@aunz.theconversation.com · last mo.

The oldest known impact structure on Earth has been confirmed in outback Australia.

Well that was a beautiful time and fitting finale for Loemis Festival! Huge props to all involved, not least Erika Grant who conjured it, Erica Sklenars who did the projections and Tonic Collective who curated the chill space where I played 🙏💗✨️

Just got home after a stunning, spectral experience. Congrats to all the performers and the Lōemis crew.