Sorry Peter, you got it wrong
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Why Politicians Fail At Technology Policies
It would be easy for me to start this off by going down the corruption angle and write 1000 words on how politicians are all corrupt. That’s a cheap shot, and, while no doubt true, doesn’t really address the nuances of technological debate. For me, the clearest indication a politician is struggling with technology policy…
ACS’s International Women’s Day Event Leaves Sour Taste
I asked my partner to write her thought’s on the ACS’s International Women’s Day event, here’s her thoughts. I first heard the name Australian Computer Society whilst flipping through the brochure on the degree I was considering after High School, way back in 2000. It was an unassuming name at the bottom of the leaflet…
Coordinated Attack Betrays Real Target
Call me a conspiracy theorist, but the announcement of two policies from the Liberal party hint toward a plan aimed at helping Murdoch maintain Foxtel’s dominance over Australian pay TV (and soon-to-be internet) market. First up we have George “Freedom©” Brandis talking of “copyright infringement”, not piracy, being the target of a new “three strikes”…
Language Change Signals An End To The NBN
Over the past few months since the Liberal party assumed office, the language around their NBN policies has evolved from promising the world to reframing the debate. From rolled gold promises of 25Mbps minimum, to 25Mbps ‘capable’ services. From a majority FTTN, to a “Multi Technology Mix” (aka, the Dog’s Breakfast approach). Within these changes…
13 Out Of 14 Ain’t Good
The incoming government sure is making an impression on people. Secrecy, lies, and misinformation are the order of the day, pointing to the very real fact we have a fascist government. Many think that fascism can only take a hold via military coup d’etat, similar to how Pinochet did. However we quickly forget many fascist…
Why I Don’t Support Offshore Processing
For a long time I’ve wanted to put my figurative pen to paper & explain my views on refugees, but have been hesitant due to the enormous backlash one receives when decrying offshore processing from either party. Instead of explaining the unethical nature of offshore processing, I thought I’d explain what caused me to reach…