Peter Hogarth (@peterhogarthartist.bsky.social) reposted
Portrait of a trusty old Labrador, privately commissioned in 2017. Soft pastels on archival quality paper ๐
Retired. Living the dream in Gippsland with my husband and little dog. Lover of nature and a plant enthusiast. Putting the next four years behind me. No DM's please.
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view profile on Bluesky Peter Hogarth (@peterhogarthartist.bsky.social) reposted
Portrait of a trusty old Labrador, privately commissioned in 2017. Soft pastels on archival quality paper ๐
Matt Quinn (The Electric Rabbit) (@electricrabbit.bsky.social) reposted reply parent
Someone please take this to Albo. (And if you knew enough about this march to go to it, you knew enough to know it was full of Nazis)
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
English teeth fence pailings ๐๐๐
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Well, I think you're wonderful and your photos are just superb ๐. Haters gonna hate, hate, hate, hate, hate, hate.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
No library privileges whilst in said cell and no organic food for dinner.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
An angry brown guy would have been capsicum sprayed, stomped by a police horse, savaged by a police dog, tasered and arrested by now. But yeah, whatever...
sallylawry (@sallylawry.bsky.social) reposted
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09... He tried to close a womenโs refuge and is just another Hale misogynist
WeRateDogs (@weratedogs.com) reposted
This is Spud. She was offered a stick of celery today and took personal offense to that. 12/10 (IG: spud.the.cryptid)
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Has this been sent to Crimestoppers?
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
You're being a great adult. I know how hard it can be to care for yourself when you've been dealt a blow.
Peter Hogarth (@peterhogarthartist.bsky.social) reposted
Golden Retrievers. A double portrait, privately commissioned in 2019. Soft pastels on archival quality paper ๐
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Stunning!
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
You're awesome ๐
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
What if you just follow animals for a while? Until you're feeling better.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
The wattle is out in Gippsland and looks magnificent. Our local magpies are nesting and I look forward to meeting this years babies.
MingTheMerciless (@m1ngthemerciless.bsky.social) reposted
You've listed all the child rapist's better 'qualities'.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Flag-shaggers ๐. We've got a few around here. Flag and flag poles in their front yards.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Where I live it's not just Australia Day. It's every week, especially Friday & Saturday nights. Someone even did burn-outs outside the Police station.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Until you posted that, I hadn't given it much thought. But I truly get what you're saying.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Yep ๐
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
I used to have a male koala at my previous home. Whenever I went outside he used to yell at me. Coming back from the woodshed at night was terrifying. He was such an arse ๐
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
I think you'll find the marches were Nazi rallies. Let's call a spade a spade.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Exactly ๐ฏ
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Really? I didn't see that "goodwill". Yesterday's march sent a chill through me. All I could see were Nazis marching. I'm not sure I can view the Australian flag with pride anymore.
angry-goddess.bsky.social (@angry-goddess.bsky.social) reposted
Lay down with dogs get up with fleas
๐๐Myles๐๐ (@mylesjaybee.bsky.social) reposted
Neo-Nazis chanting on the weekendโฆ while immigrants are literally keeping hospitals, farms, and cafรฉs running. Peak irony.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
I always thought Dionne was better than Whitney ๐ฑ
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
It's a beautiful song. Sometimes I think it's too beautiful for humans. Maybe stay away from Nights In White Satin.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Well, you say that but Moira Deeming would disagree.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Oh no! You're not ready for that song.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
How's that working out for everyone? Has David got any answers yet ๐คฃ
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
I try to ignore QLD politics. For the life of me I can't understand how they produce so many nutters. I mean Victoria has it's fair share of gooses (Tim Wilson I'm looking at you) but QLD - my goodness ๐ฑ
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
I'm struck by the similarities between Dezi and Ned Kelly.
Peter Hogarth (@peterhogarthartist.bsky.social) reposted
Portrait of a lovely Beagle, privately commissioned in 2020. Soft pastels on archival quality paper ๐
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
I'm surprised the police dog squad hasn't tracked him down. Maybe he got a lift out of the area.
angry-goddess.bsky.social (@angry-goddess.bsky.social) reposted
Nazis are marching in Australia today
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Brilliant!
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
The only trouble with Howard carking is that Tony Abbott will become the elder statesman of the Liberal Party.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Were the two gentlemen in the photo giving birth to the shire horses?
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Don't you want me babeeeee?
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
It is. Normally I don't bother myself with other state's politics but what a pleasant surprise ๐
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Can I keep the champagne chilling? Murdoch, Howard, Trump & Putin could fall off the perch at any time. I need to be prepared ๐
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
So, they are in turmoil in WA, SA and VIC. Do we see a pattern here?
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Love Annie. She's the reason I bought a red bra when I was a teenager. Forget red shoes for empowerment - get yourself a red bra ๐
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Yeah, same. You know that place where angels fear to tread? Well, I live there.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Good to see you back on deck. I've been reading you've had a wild week ๐ณ
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Ditto Solsbury Hill.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Love this one ๐
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
If he pulled that stunt at a nursing home he would have been sedated.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
So funny ๐คฃ. My list just keeps getting longer and longer. None of these bastards die.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Does he have as many as David Southwick?
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
David Essex for me.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
I'm so sick of hearing Gerry's point of view. When he pays back Jobkeeper, he can have a say. Until then, zip it Gerry ๐ค
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Wasn't he wonderful? I played Women in Uniform in tribute to him today in the car. Just brilliant ๐
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
I'd love to be able to do the same but if I raise my voice in this house, the dog gets upset.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Imagine have $20k and spending it on meeting with Ted ๐ณ. I mute him when he gets on 7.30. I also mute Angus, Bridget and Barnaby.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
What a refreshing approach to mental health. What a remarkable young man Bailey is. I hope his health continues to improve.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
I miss Christy. But I'm not going back to Twitter.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
I've been making an effort to remember my Dad prior to the stroke and his death. I don't wish to define his life by his last 2 weeks on earth. Best wishes to you and your family.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
It seems that we've been dealing with oddballs forever. As kids you'd see them and thought they were damaged by the world wars. Then Vietnam. Then Afghanistan. Now we blame Covid lockdowns.
Nick Feik (@nickfeik.bsky.social) reposted
Hope the ATO and government are proud of themselves. Pursued this poor guy for 7 years, wrecked his life for the crime of exposing serious wrongdoing - costing millions - all for a final result of no recorded conviction and a 12-mth good behaviour bond.
Peter Hogarth (@peterhogarthartist.bsky.social) reposted
Portrait of a trusty old Labrador, privately commissioned in 2019. Soft pastels on archival quality paper ๐
NSJ Updates ๐ฉต๐โ๏ธ๐บโฎ๏ธ (@nikisavvasjumper.bsky.social) reposted
Psychological competency tests should be mandatory for those wanting to run for parliament Moira is a conspiracy theorist and very dangerous for democracy
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Don't waste your time. He's a real nowhere man. Sitting in his nowhere land...
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Jesus Christ! I think Brad is showing Victorians just what he stands for. Nothing ๐ก
Senator David Shoebridge (@davidshoebridge.bsky.social) reposted reply parent
Never forget that the Attorney General could have stopped this prosecution AT ANY TIME and chose not to. Shame. Remember too that ordinary taxpayers funded Richard's unfair prosecution.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
He should never have been charged. Ditto David McBride!
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Thank goodness. After the Reynold's win yesterday I was wondering if there was any justice to be found in the justice department. Richard should never have been charged in the first place! Time to release David McBride.
Jo Dyer (@instanterudite.bsky.social) reposted
Some good news at last for whistleblowing hero Richard Boyle.
Tony (@tonyshepherd.bsky.social) reposted
One Nation's Pauline Hanson, Clive Palmer and right wing Coalition MPs like George Christensen were big supporters of the Canberra cooker anti-vaccine Convoy in 2022 that launched the sovereign citizen movement in Australia.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Bummer! Best get it sorted out now while you're young enough to recover well. Best wishes.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Yes, and pavlova, too ๐ฑ
I Post Animal Vids... ๐ (@realjfairclough.bsky.social) reposted
The baby goat video you all needed! ๐๐ #bluesky #animals #goats
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
You should hear what they're doing to our Anzac biscuits in Boston. They have turned them into giant monstrosities and labeled them "cookies". I can see why the French cracked it re Champagne.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Thank you. They are magnificent birds. So cute when they're learning their calls. They keep the snakes, spiders and mice down at my place.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Sure is. I've brushed my hair, but the wind wrecked it.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Before you know it, you'll be able to balance on one leg, with your eyes shut for 30 secs. It's amazing.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
He's no Dan Andrews, that's for sure.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
You're hitting all your KPI's today ๐
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
It's windy here today. All the spring blooms are being buffeted. Hope the baby birds are safe.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Yes, you should before they nick off for lunch.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
It took 2 hours for my 4 tyres. I had to call them because they forgot to call me back.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Ditto Australia Post.
Dave Hooper (@davehooper.com) reposted
Hey there @support.bsky.team. Ian is a much loved figure on here. He had an issue last week when he was quite ill where he thought he had been hacked. You have now suspended his account. He relies on his community here, particularly when he is unwell. Can you please take a look ASAP?
IrmaGherd (@irmagherd.bsky.social) reposted
If you're an ex smoker (or still smoke) you are eligible for a FREE lung cancer screening scan. I'm having one today. www.health.gov.au/lung-cancer-...
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
I'm sending Mr-Pack-a-Day-for-40 -years off to be tested.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
I didn't have much choice. It's the only tyre place in town ๐
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Without wanting to advertise - I went to a place where I bought 3 and got 1 free. Anyway, enjoy the new tyres.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
You need to "jump on board, feel the high"...
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
The perfume must be gorgeous too.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Breathe - It won't be long now... Or Kids with Robbie.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Oh my goodness. That's a bit of a difference. It makes you think about whether Express Post is worth it. Best wishes with the tyres. I recently bought new ones. The car handles so much better now.
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
I hate packing. All those boxes. All that bubble wrap ๐ฑ
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
I was delighted when Margaret Thatcher left this world. Pleased when Pell died. I just seem to be waiting such a long time for Rupert to cark. So much waiting...
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Well, the Spring selling season is almost upon us. So fingers crossed, you'll find something and be in your new place for Christmas ๐
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Sounds good. My next place will be a 2 bedder. I'm over all the cleaning. I've got 15 bloody windows to clean ๐ก
Claire ๐บ๐ฆ (@claire02.bsky.social) reply parent
Oh no. Can you get a refund for the cost of express post if they don't deliver on time?