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Australia moves to allow 500x more controversial pesticide isocycloseram on berries

"We want consumers to be able to trust what they're eating… why are we the human experiment?" says Josh Davis, Aussie anti-pesticide activist.

First on rats, then on humans, because why not? pic.twitter.com/EXDwwf6AgY

— Chay Bowes (@BowesChay) July 17, 2026

The link in the last line above:-

https://www.pennymarie.nz/p/when-extremism-means-whoever-you?

See this article on Envirowatch NZ about the reality and not the hyped up Leftist Legacy Media fearmongering.

A massive water pipe broke, Wellington style, at Sunset Boulevard & Holloway Drive on Thursday. It was repaired in 2 days and the road will be reopened to traffic on Monday. Article. How long would Dougherty & Maxwell of Wellington Water — oops, Tiaki Wai — or for that matter, KCDC take? (Instagram pics)

Whats the motivation for Zelensky to end the War?

A war his crime syndicate is literally making billions from, a War which protects his total power as a Dictator?

There is no motivation. Thats why Ukrainians will continue to die for this repulsive scam. pic.twitter.com/tsQeWahbtL

— Chay Bowes (@BowesChay) July 17, 2026

New tapes of Ukraine's intelligence officer reveal the true nature of Zelensky's regime. Terrorist attacks, assassinations, Mossad tech, ISIS recruitment you name it! pic.twitter.com/eYFUdnkaYS

— George Galloway (@georgegalloway) July 17, 2026

Geoffrey comments

As well as the reports reposted on WW, I have been in touch with a few peoplewho live in Ukraine, and it’s clear they’d rather not be there. It’s also clear they are very nervous about criticising the regime on social media as the SBU (the regime’s Gestapo) with the the CIA/MI6 track down those who do for ‘special treatment.’ Diana Panchenko was able to escape, but others have not been so lucky. The overwhelming majority of Ukrainians who are still in Ukraine want the war to end; those who don’t — the fantatics — are nearly all in the west of the country well away from the frontlines.

(KCDC media release)

Up to $160k down the drain as vandals continually target Kapiti Coast’s community facilities says Kapiti Coast Council.

Vandalism of Kapiti Coast’s community halls, sports changing rooms, and public toilets is costing ratepayers between $120,000 and $160,000 every year, with Kāpiti Coast District Council spending around $10,000 a month repairing damage – occasionally facing major one-off repair bills of around $40,000.

Public toilets alone were targeted around 27 times during the 2025/26 financial year, with some facilities targeted more than once. From smashed toilet pans and kicked-in doors, to graffiti and purposely blocked pipes, the damage has left facilities closed for days or, in some more serious cases, weeks.

Council’s Manager Property and Facilities Kelvin Irvine says it’s frustrating to see facilities provided for everyone repeatedly targeted by a bored few.

“Vandalism isn’t a one-off event. Unfortunately, it’s something our Property Team deals with week in, week out.

“These incidents are also a real inconvenience for the public. When you’re out enjoying one of our parks, reserves or community halls, the last thing you expect is to find the toilets closed because someone has wrecked them, or the windows have been smashed and there’s graffiti on the exterior of the building.

“A recent incident at the accessible toilet at Mazengarb Hall Sports Complex has already cost more than $5,000 to repair after vandals smashed the toilet pan, broke off the door handle, kicked in the door, and left broken glass throughout the facility.”

Beyond the repair bill, Council staff also spend considerable time securing sites, arranging contractors, removing hazards, installing public notices and coordinating repairs before facilities can safely reopen.

“Our staff spend valuable time responding to these incidents, and every act of vandalism is ultimately paid for by our ratepayers – it adds up quickly,” says Mr Irvine.

“We’d all much rather see that time and money spent improving our community facilities.

“If this continues, we may not have enough budget to keep repairing facilities and keep them open as well. Nobody wants to see ratepayer money disappear down the drain because of the actions of a few.”

Council is asking anyone who witnesses vandalism or suspicious behaviour around community facilities to report it to Police and let Council know as soon as possible.

It’s a wonder they haven’t yet stated they want to get better at killing Chinese as well.

"Kill Russians" now acceptable in Australian public discourse

Russian embassy condemned The Australian's headline — "We train Ukrainians to be better at killing Russians" — as hate speech against an entire ethnic group. pic.twitter.com/K3hR5zRDrn

— Chay Bowes (@BowesChay) July 16, 2026