cameron
@maybeoptimist.bsky.social
running, surfing, photography, urbanism, transit, geopolitics
member of the youth
perth, wa
member of the youth
perth, wa
Well if you want the real answer, it's because it would cause Australia to immediately draw the ire of the US and most of Europe. Like it or not, Albanese has to consider a broad range of interests and perspectives in decision-making, in an incredibly complex geopolitical environment.
March 11, 2026 at 9:58 AM
Well if you want the real answer, it's because it would cause Australia to immediately draw the ire of the US and most of Europe. Like it or not, Albanese has to consider a broad range of interests and perspectives in decision-making, in an incredibly complex geopolitical environment.
Because in the public perception, war is synonymous with with offensive action (or defensive action, in defence of one's own territory). The government doesn't want people to think that a defensive operation has components of offence; hence, the aversion to 'war'.
March 11, 2026 at 9:55 AM
Because in the public perception, war is synonymous with with offensive action (or defensive action, in defence of one's own territory). The government doesn't want people to think that a defensive operation has components of offence; hence, the aversion to 'war'.
Fair enough. I live somewhere where public transport fares are very reasonable (£1.80 equivalent as a flat fare throughout the city). The only people who get in trouble are the ones being antisocial. Fares here are basically the easy way for the transit cops to kick somebody off for being a nuisance
February 12, 2026 at 4:29 PM
Fair enough. I live somewhere where public transport fares are very reasonable (£1.80 equivalent as a flat fare throughout the city). The only people who get in trouble are the ones being antisocial. Fares here are basically the easy way for the transit cops to kick somebody off for being a nuisance
I think it's more a case of lacking sympathy for fare-dodging than opposing to free public transport (as has been said). Even though I think free public transport is a brilliant idea, I pay my fares and generally disapprove of fare-dodging, because that trust and cohesion in society is important.
February 12, 2026 at 4:15 PM
I think it's more a case of lacking sympathy for fare-dodging than opposing to free public transport (as has been said). Even though I think free public transport is a brilliant idea, I pay my fares and generally disapprove of fare-dodging, because that trust and cohesion in society is important.
I'm really hoping that this is representative of something. Obviously testing times don't mean much but seeing Ferrari sit high up in the running order along with Haas, and Cadillac not underperforming much, is giving me hope for the Ferrari PU.
February 12, 2026 at 4:05 PM
I'm really hoping that this is representative of something. Obviously testing times don't mean much but seeing Ferrari sit high up in the running order along with Haas, and Cadillac not underperforming much, is giving me hope for the Ferrari PU.
Oh yes! I live in Perth, which is a pretty hot climate, so I tend to forget about snow when talking about bike infrastructure. The worst consequence of lacking maintenance on my local bike paths is some leaves and a few bumps.
February 12, 2026 at 4:03 PM
Oh yes! I live in Perth, which is a pretty hot climate, so I tend to forget about snow when talking about bike infrastructure. The worst consequence of lacking maintenance on my local bike paths is some leaves and a few bumps.
why isn't the app available in Australia? i get an error message when i follow the app store link telling me that Skylight Social isn't available in my country :(
January 31, 2026 at 5:27 AM
why isn't the app available in Australia? i get an error message when i follow the app store link telling me that Skylight Social isn't available in my country :(
or even better than that, having fully separated paths for bikes away from the cars
January 31, 2026 at 5:25 AM
or even better than that, having fully separated paths for bikes away from the cars
i don't think the solution is vehicular cycling, i think the solution is the city actually doing its job and making sure the WHOLE road is clear of snow :)
January 31, 2026 at 5:25 AM
i don't think the solution is vehicular cycling, i think the solution is the city actually doing its job and making sure the WHOLE road is clear of snow :)
in my opinion, Apple Maps is definitely better than Google Maps for public transport. however, both still have a lot to work on — neither app allows you to add additional stops/route through a particular station yet.
January 31, 2026 at 5:23 AM
in my opinion, Apple Maps is definitely better than Google Maps for public transport. however, both still have a lot to work on — neither app allows you to add additional stops/route through a particular station yet.
Well because some people really like an app they’re familiar with (eg. Instagram), but specifically dislike the billionaire-ownership-and-manipulation aspect. So they would want an open-network alternative that directly replaces what they already know and love.
January 30, 2026 at 3:41 AM
Well because some people really like an app they’re familiar with (eg. Instagram), but specifically dislike the billionaire-ownership-and-manipulation aspect. So they would want an open-network alternative that directly replaces what they already know and love.
Looking at where that burnt cabana is, compared with where the fire line is, based on aerial footage, there must have been a pretty bad ember attack heading northward! Hope everybody is safe, and that property damage is minimal
January 29, 2026 at 9:42 AM
Looking at where that burnt cabana is, compared with where the fire line is, based on aerial footage, there must have been a pretty bad ember attack heading northward! Hope everybody is safe, and that property damage is minimal
I don't understand — why does Tasmania have to build a stadium to host an AFL team? They already host footy games there, why not just upgrade those stadiums at minimal cost and community impact?
September 22, 2025 at 8:29 AM
I don't understand — why does Tasmania have to build a stadium to host an AFL team? They already host footy games there, why not just upgrade those stadiums at minimal cost and community impact?
It's the same for bike infrastructure!
We built a brand new high-quality path with no connections → our surveys show no-one is using it → there's no point in building bike paths → nobody rides bikes due to a lack of paths
We built a brand new high-quality path with no connections → our surveys show no-one is using it → there's no point in building bike paths → nobody rides bikes due to a lack of paths
September 22, 2025 at 8:27 AM
It's the same for bike infrastructure!
We built a brand new high-quality path with no connections → our surveys show no-one is using it → there's no point in building bike paths → nobody rides bikes due to a lack of paths
We built a brand new high-quality path with no connections → our surveys show no-one is using it → there's no point in building bike paths → nobody rides bikes due to a lack of paths
Can't wait for the obligatory 'more than 11 senior local residents voiced their CRITICAL opposition to the DESTRUCTIVE and WOKE TRAIN STATION' from the Daily Mail
August 24, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Can't wait for the obligatory 'more than 11 senior local residents voiced their CRITICAL opposition to the DESTRUCTIVE and WOKE TRAIN STATION' from the Daily Mail
Newsom gives off really sketchy vibes to me but I think there does need to be a Democratic version of Trump (rhetoric-wise lol not in any other way)
August 24, 2025 at 1:29 PM
Newsom gives off really sketchy vibes to me but I think there does need to be a Democratic version of Trump (rhetoric-wise lol not in any other way)
And 61km/h sustained winds makes it just about gale-force haha
August 13, 2025 at 11:54 AM
And 61km/h sustained winds makes it just about gale-force haha
And then what happens? Without negotiation and a deal with the Greens, Labor has no realistic chance of being a viable government. Labor has its chance now, to negotiate and form government, but soon enough the Liberals will have the independents on side and the chance of a Labor government is gone.
August 6, 2025 at 9:31 AM
And then what happens? Without negotiation and a deal with the Greens, Labor has no realistic chance of being a viable government. Labor has its chance now, to negotiate and form government, but soon enough the Liberals will have the independents on side and the chance of a Labor government is gone.
I reckon something like 25% of people hate traffic cameras, another 15% just kinda don't like them, and the vast majority of everyone else is pretty neutral.
Although, EVERYBODY hates traffic cameras when you get pinged by one haha
Although, EVERYBODY hates traffic cameras when you get pinged by one haha
August 5, 2025 at 9:35 AM
I reckon something like 25% of people hate traffic cameras, another 15% just kinda don't like them, and the vast majority of everyone else is pretty neutral.
Although, EVERYBODY hates traffic cameras when you get pinged by one haha
Although, EVERYBODY hates traffic cameras when you get pinged by one haha
I'm still very impressed by New Zealand's model, it keeps all the benefits of having single-member electorates while being explicitly designed to be almost perfectly proportional.
August 5, 2025 at 9:31 AM
I'm still very impressed by New Zealand's model, it keeps all the benefits of having single-member electorates while being explicitly designed to be almost perfectly proportional.
Yes, the 'winner's bonus' effect. The preferential system does help to mitigate certain issues with the majoritarian system — such as making third parties viable — but ultimately all single-member electorate systems have structural flaws.
August 5, 2025 at 9:29 AM
Yes, the 'winner's bonus' effect. The preferential system does help to mitigate certain issues with the majoritarian system — such as making third parties viable — but ultimately all single-member electorate systems have structural flaws.
It is worth remembering that Labor is a party with strong — and enforced — party solidarity. It is entirely possible that Penny Wong has been advocating for action on Palestine at caucus meetings behind closed doors for years, but the political tide has finally shifted in her direction.
August 5, 2025 at 9:25 AM
It is worth remembering that Labor is a party with strong — and enforced — party solidarity. It is entirely possible that Penny Wong has been advocating for action on Palestine at caucus meetings behind closed doors for years, but the political tide has finally shifted in her direction.
With plenty of parks and good public transport too. Actually, maybe they should take away the casino carpark and turn that into apartments. The industrial areas near Oats Street and Cannington stations also seem like low-cost, high-value development potential.
August 4, 2025 at 1:51 PM
With plenty of parks and good public transport too. Actually, maybe they should take away the casino carpark and turn that into apartments. The industrial areas near Oats Street and Cannington stations also seem like low-cost, high-value development potential.