Bridie (EBK)
@emergencybk.bsky.social
Justice, equity, Ally, #Auspol, science, pilot, search/rescue, emergency preparedness, chronic illness/disabilities & dog servant. Lists: Directory Indi. Media/Journoโs Australia On unceded Wathaurong/ Wadawurrung Land. She/her.
created October 13, 2024
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Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
โฆ to display your support in lifting the unlawful blockade of aid on Gaza, by - making origami boats, or Bring, - keffiyehs banners & kites - Kayaks, Kite boards, Surfboards, Stand up paddle boars etc Organised & Supported by ๐โฆ 2/2
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social)
Sun. 7th Sep. a peaceful #StopTheGenocide โSumudโ Flotillaโs planned for Bondi Beachโ๐พ Organised by 2 Jewish groups against Palestinian occupation &/or blocking of aid, butโฆ 3rd Jewish group โAustralian Jewish Association have. made (not so veiled) threats against their own ppl๐ Head along 10amโฆ1/2
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Yeh, not fun and is less than a third of my chronic conditions. Many have it much worse than me, but I have a decent amount and a few are still flared up ATM so... ๐คทโโ๏ธ Hope you're well Jo xx๐
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
2/ I'm in my 50's, had ~30+ hospital admissions, ~10 surgeries, 10+ serious chronic health conditions & been under general aesthetic 11 times in last 8 weeks, for non-invasive brain treatment. Age doesn't mean a great deal to me either, I've good friends 30yrs older & 30yrs younger than me๐๐
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Love/seen many Python shows (Life of Brian, Flying Circus etc) & offshoots i.e. Fawlty Towers etc. understand, just never been a TV/Movie quote person, I don't mind others doing it. Not well ATM, multiple illnesses/conditions flaring up after recent month in Hospital. Hope you're well๐๐
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Had friends over for brunch (Post office & BnB/Hat Shoppe owners) lovely women, helped me greatly last few years. Sadly body's still shite, got some cakes/treats in, had lovely catch up/relax. Spent arvo doing NDIS application stuff๐ซ In bed now on๐๏ธof meds, still in pain ughh You? ๐
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
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Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Yep, it's disgusting, shameful & horrific. I drove into the camp on Mon to spend time with, provide supplies, chat with aboriginal ppl there, details in thread below -ways to help You appear to be from US? If so, you really got much to brag about or spit upon another country right now๐คทโโ๏ธ Peace โ๏ธ
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
100%
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Well said and agree AG - 2 arrested so far, more need to be named/charged. I was so livid I drove in & visited Camp Sovereignty on Mon., took some supplies & apologies on behalf of many decent Australians. Thread below expands on it & has ways they've asked for help (just reposting thread, helps)
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Well said & agree. Shameful on so many levels. I was so livid I drove in and visited Camp Sovereignty on Monday, took some supplies, gifts, condolences & apologies on behalf of many decent Australians. Thread below expands on it and has ways they've asked for help (just reposting thread, helps).
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Absolutely shameful day on so many levels. I was so livid I visited Camp Sovereignty on Monday to take some supplies, gifts, condolences & apologies on behalf of many decent Australians. Thread below expands on it and has ways they've asked for help (just reposting thread, helps).
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Exactly, so many questions of double standard, hypocrisy and negligence that are becoming clearer by the day fr those of us that care and are paying attention.
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Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
100% Helene, all complicit and culpable in the rise and emboldenment of these oxygen thieves.
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
1st Rick, sorry for slow reply, been sick. 2nd, agree 2 main nazi have been arrested, rest should be as well. All wearing 'uniforms' with 'HH' embroidered on them- Heil Hitle๐คฎ I visited Camp Sovereignty on Mon., below is 9 part thread of visit, incl. ways to help that they asked for. Fuck Nazi's๐
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
1st, sorry for delayed reply, been unwell. 2nd, yes - 3 seriously (women) - attached with sticks & poles & multiple others injured. Disgusting. I visited on Monday, below is 9 part thread with more details and ways to help xx
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Shit Abraham, sorry, way behind in replies/been unwell, sorry you witnessed this 1st hand. Are you ok? Hope you are. I went to the etc Below's a 9 part thread of my visit, what's needed etc. If you can add /have ideas, please reply or DM me, I'll be heading back in next week (or week after). Thx๐โx
Abraham Samma๐ฌ๐ญ๐จโ๐ป (@abesamma.bsky.social) reposted
Was right in the thick of things and all I can say is we have a serious problem that needs to be confronted swiftly. Before this Trump virus spreads further.
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
I would be laughing too if it wasn't just so disgracefully hypocritical, blatantly racist and just awful for every POC ๐ก
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Yep, only through repeated social media pressure (I believe) was this even raised to be addressed by police and MSM ๐ก
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Agreed
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Sorry Yung, I'm a few days behind on my replies, thanks for raising the profile of this issue at the time and posing pertinent & important questions - sadly still yet to be answered or even satisfactorily addressed at all.๐ โ๐๐ซ
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Same & agree xx
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Reselsnark (@reselsnark.bsky.social) reposted
Youโll be a hell of a lot more informed about Australian politics if you watch this, than if you keep watching the bad showโฆ
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
... to, as they always cheer me up & are greatly appreciated.๐ Hope you & yours are well ๐ท๐ซ PS You're exempt from 'No unsolicited advice', not that I am asking for or expect any, but are always welcome to (here in feed or DM). The self appointed google trained doctors that give me the shits ๐.2/2
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Hi Hilary, sadly no good news on health front for me yet, back pain, nerve damage/irritation & double bursitis have worsened, along with mental health declined further. Taking a step back from SM for a few days, other than replying/catching up to lovely comments I'm way behind on replying... 1/2
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
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Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Sorry you relate and interesting yours is flaring up ATM too, wonder if it is weather related? (change in pressure systems, humidity, wind etc combined). Hope yours has settled down, thanks for sharing, take care ๐๐ท๐
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
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Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Sorry such a late reply, but thank-you & better late than never... ๐ ๐ซ๐ท๐๐๐ซ๐ท๐๐๐ซ๐ท๐๐
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Yes it is & sorry you relate Heather, had it ~40 years now, hospitalised a number of times for it and on recent month long hospital admission for other conditions, basically had to bring all my own food in as the hospital menu/options were crap. Ughhh - take care ๐๐ซ
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Thanks again Lizzy ๐ your kind words and gorgeous/apt pics are always much appreciated and I look forward to them ๐
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Sorry you've got it in 1 shoulder Rob, it's just awful. May I ask what procedure you're having? And to be extra nosey/inquisitive, could you let me know how it goes? Welcome to say no/not share &/or reply by DM if don't want to share with whole world. Either way, good luck and hope it helps ๐ค๐ท๐ซ
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Sorry for slow reply, thanks for kind wishes Pedro, doing my best, hanging in there, hope you're well ๐ท๐โ๏ธ
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Sorry for slow reply, thanks for kind wishes Joy, not quite there yet, but still hanging in there ๐ท๐โ๏ธ
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Dog bandanas, coffee cups, stickers etc. but no t-shirts yet theshot.store
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Do they have t-shirts? Heading off to search &/or ask if they do... That would be great ๐๐
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Hey Ade, sorry I'm ridiculously behind on replies but I'm catching up ๐๐ฝโโ๏ธand loving reading every kind, thoughtful and funny message from my lovely pocket family. Hope you've had a good few days โ๐
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Hi Lizzy, I'm ridiculously behind on replies but I'm catching up ๐๐ฝโโ๏ธand loving reading every kind, thoughtful and funny message from my lovely pocket family Hope you've had a good few days โ๐
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Ok, I'm ridiculously behind on replies, but I'm catching up..๐ That's great you kept power, we were lucky here too, but Maccas on a Friday night... noooooo๐ญ All the poor drunk, stoned and just craving junk people. Hope you've had a good few days my lovely xx
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Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reposted
If youโre not following smart, insightful, sweary (my favourite kind) Australian cartoonist @fionakatauskas.bsky.social โฆwhy not? Nope, donโt answer, just do so immediately๐๐ปโโ๏ธ๐๐ฝ #Auspol
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
2/ Space command HQ transferred to Alabama, otherwise known as, โDistraction from my failing health, Epstein Files, General incompetence, negligence & complicity in Gazan genocideโ
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social)
In 30 mins Trumpโs making an announcement from the Whitehouse (2pm DC, 4am Melb. Aus) Hope itโs something good, butโฆ Itโll be some, self serving, cowardly, ghoulish, ignorant, creepy, discriminatory, disappointing AF horseshit. So night, nightโ๐ฝ๐ค #FreePalestine #PunchANazi
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reposted reply parent
... 2 cont. to put up signs around the camp with its, history, purpose & goals, for passers-by/visitors to the area. They'd appreciate a sign-writer donating their time to complete these, for installation. 3. Gift Cards - Petrol Station &/or Supermarket, for fuel & food... 6/n
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reposted reply parent
...events and what they would greatly appreciate from those who visit &/or want to help the Camp, 1. Security Cameras Approx. 6 cameras, placed around camp, high up on poles/trees for protesters and visitors protection. 2. Sign writer They have the professional panels ready... 5/n
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reposted
#CampSovereignty a ๐งต An ongoing peaceful protest movement in Melbourne, as described in image๐ Note: *Not* Sovere1gn Cit1zens 31 Aug 25, Camp attacked without provocation by violent, far right, nazi protest group, carrying sticks/poles, kicking & hitting unarmed women &... 1/n
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reposted reply parent
... 4. Fire wood, to keep the sacred flame burning. If you canโt make it to the camp, Iโll be heading in next week to drop off some extra supplies, please DM me & we'll work out a safe & trusted way (for all) to ensure your donations reach them. We need to be following ... 7/n
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reposted reply parent
9/ You don't have to donate to help Camp Sovereignty, just 'Like' 'Repost' &/or comment kindness on these posts, then more people see them, awareness spreads & more supporters found. Thanks ๐ ๐โค๏ธ๐๐ค
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Fertiliser police approved factory (@recoveryproject.bsky.social) reposted reply parent
Hey EBK you inspired me this morning to go to the doctor this morning. Seeing your empathy and support for others makes me want to build up my strength ๐
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Thatโs amazing, well done, I know how hard just making the phone call for the appointment can be, let alone going ๐๐ Just reflected and posted this. ๐ Keep up the great work, look forward to hearing more about it when Iโm back tomorrow xx bsky.app/profile/emer...
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Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
โฆ my boundaries, limitations & healingโs not a straight line. Self-banning from SM till tomorrow & focusing on more urgent challenges. Iโve reached out for support & am safeโ๏ธ Ignore any replies that indicate otherwise, Iโll delete all I can locate, not my intent to worry othersโ๐ฝโฆ2/2
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social)
Thought I was doing brilliantly with my healing path (I am๐) but after extra tough few days I let some (final) straws under my skin & I carried on like a fool back, instead of just ignore/block. Grateful for support from my pocket family๐. Itโs ok I faltered, reminds me ofโฆ1/2
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social)
If youโre not following smart, insightful, sweary (my favourite kind) Australian cartoonist @fionakatauskas.bsky.social โฆwhy not? Nope, donโt answer, just do so immediately๐๐ปโโ๏ธ๐๐ฝ #Auspol
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Thanks Fiona, really appreciate it and thought of you with this - since youโre a professional cartoonist and a bloody good one more should follow and support. After 48 hrs of being trolled by Nazis and with current poor mental health, I shouldnโt be on SM. Logging off, for real, back soon xx ๐๐
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
I didnโt create it. I saw it elsewhere and screenshot it. Why do you assume I created it? Iโve never used AI. Ever. But keep going, Iโm pretty sure yours and all your mates trolling and false accusations of a suicidal woman is the whole ethos & goal of cartoons. Bravo ๐
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
I miss people remembering Iโm a real, person, struggling really fucking hard just to stay alive but my deepest apologies, I offended your favourite dead cartoonist by copying someone elseโs meme while severely depressed and trying to connect with ppl as Iโve been socially isolated for 6 years.
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
1. I didnโt create it. 2. Think heโd care more you & your mates trolling is pushing someone recently released from hospital back there. Proud day for you.
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social)
Attacked here by dozens of angry not a โrealโ Charlie Brown Cartoon, in last month Iโve, - been hospitalised for severe depression/suicide ideations & ECT treatments - helped those attacked and beaten by literal Naziโs - doing my best with 6+ severe other physical health conditions/injuries Out.
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
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Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social)
Way behind on acknowledgments, replies & follow backs here, soz, not ignoring, pinned between 2 canine hot water bottles & ordered to rest ๐ซกxx A blanket โThank-youโ to all, good eggs, kind, smart Lefties, fighters of the good fight, proles, woke, sewer rats๐โ๐ฝ
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social)
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Lizzy Schofield (@musictplove.bsky.social) reposted reply parent
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Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Thanks Peta. Wrote detailed 9 part thread of my visit to Camp Sovereignty, below is parts 4/ onwards which have suggested ways to help the Camp, including part 9/ which is simply โlike &/or shareโ the thread ๐๐โ๐พ bsky.app/profile/emer...
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Welcome, will do, Iโm sure youโve seen it before losing track so just in caseโฆ. detailed 9 part thread of my visit to Camp Sovereignty, below is parts 4/ onwards which have suggested ways to help the Camp, including part 9/ which is simply โlike &/or shareโ the thread ๐๐โ๐พ bsky.app/profile/emer...
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Yes, some of them are direct descendants ofโฆ ๐ค
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Welcome. I also wrote a detailed 9 part thread of my visit to Camp Sovereignty, below is parts 4/ onwards which have suggested ways to help the Camp, including part 9/ which is simply โlike &/or shareโ the thread ๐๐โ๐พ bsky.app/profile/emer...
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Cathy Fry (@cathyfry.bsky.social) reposted
Thread includes a list of ways to help #CampSovereignty Thanks Bridie ๐
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
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TrishMelbourne (@trishmelbourne.bsky.social) reposted
Aussies, If you were disgusted as I was, by the attack on Camp Sovereignty (First Peoples) by the Nazi group yesterday then please help if you can as below ๐ Thanks Bridie โฅ๏ธ๐๐ค
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Thanks Kerrie ๐๐๐ซ
Kerrie B (@wheels002.bsky.social) reposted
Excellent ๐งต on how to help #CampSovereignty
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
9/ You don't have to donate to help Camp Sovereignty, just 'Like' 'Repost' &/or comment kindness on these posts, then more people see them, awareness spreads & more supporters found. Thanks ๐ ๐โค๏ธ๐๐ค
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
... each other to DM, helps protects me from trolls. If Iโm not following you yet, please comment below โDM/Donateโ. During week *When Iโve Time*, Iโll check out your account & will follow back legit accounts to coordinate. Thx & please be patient... 8/n #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
... 4. Fire wood, to keep the sacred flame burning. If you canโt make it to the camp, Iโll be heading in next week to drop off some extra supplies, please DM me & we'll work out a safe & trusted way (for all) to ensure your donations reach them. We need to be following ... 7/n
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
... 2 cont. to put up signs around the camp with its, history, purpose & goals, for passers-by/visitors to the area. They'd appreciate a sign-writer donating their time to complete these, for installation. 3. Gift Cards - Petrol Station &/or Supermarket, for fuel & food... 6/n
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
...events and what they would greatly appreciate from those who visit &/or want to help the Camp, 1. Security Cameras Approx. 6 cameras, placed around camp, high up on poles/trees for protesters and visitors protection. 2. Sign writer They have the professional panels ready... 5/n
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
...some supplies (wool blankets, bags, ponchos, first aid kit etc.) & see how I could further assist. Iโm grateful to 2 regulars at the Camp, Desmond Blurton & Carol George, who generously shared their time & knowledge with me, to explain more about their cause, the recent... 4/n
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
...urge anyone with additional footage to come forward. ABC News article on attacks, www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09... On Monday 1st Sept I drove to #CampSovereignty to pass on my, anger and sorrow at what had occurred, donate...3/n
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
... men protecting sacred flame. At least 3 First Nations people were seriously injured, as well as signs, flags & property damaged. @victoriapoliceau.bsky.social are currently investigating the attacks, reviewing video they've received & ... 2/n youtu.be/sNm516OsxbQ
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social)
#CampSovereignty a ๐งต An ongoing peaceful protest movement in Melbourne, as described in image๐ Note: *Not* Sovere1gn Cit1zens 31 Aug 25, Camp attacked without provocation by violent, far right, nazi protest group, carrying sticks/poles, kicking & hitting unarmed women &... 1/n
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Please delete this ableist reply. Iโm currently being treated for 3 severe mental illnesses Iโve had for 15+yrs, just spent 4wks in a hospital psychiatric ward. Racist arseholes are just that, donโt be discriminatory to ppl with mental illness, further stigmatising us & lobbing us in with racists.
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2/ More info....
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social)
Just got home from #CampSovereignty dropped off some supplies/gifts to those keeping the fire burning. Need to sleep for a few hours, will then do a comprehensive post with update/how we can further help. Brain/body's struggling/pain, don't trust it to write important post ATM๐
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social) reply parent
Donโt know, was sick/in great deal of pain ystdy, no screens (slept/drugged for day) ๐คท๐ปโโ๏ธ
Bridie (EBK) (@emergencybk.bsky.social)
To @albomp.bsky.social & Jillian Segal, Fucking abhorrent Naziโs marched on our streets, attacked indigenous Australians & 20yr ongoing peaceful protest for treaty & acknowledgement of genocides. Anything? Or only synagogue doors & predominantly โwhiteโ Australian heritage you stand up for? #auspol