Maybe I’m dumb but couldn’t other advertisers buy up those same slots instead? Gambling accounts may be big for the media companies but they’re not the only ones out there
Maybe I’m dumb but couldn’t other advertisers buy up those same slots instead? Gambling accounts may be big for the media companies but they’re not the only ones out there
I think the biggest issue here is the presence and charisma of the person delivering the speeches.
I cannot fathom why a woman a year younger than me would want anything to do with the Liberal party.
But given the area she’s running in it gives you a good idea of her background and upbringing.
I’ve done some campaigning for the Victorian Socialists so I follow their how to vote cards. Preferences usually end up with Labour over the Liberal party so it’s the lesser of two evils when it comes to the majors.
If you feel like voting isn’t doing much there are things you can do between elections. There are protests almost every weekend about Palestine at the state library, regular climate and antifascist protests, and there are a bunch of things you can do locally to help out in your immediate area.
My local bicycle users group constantly petition council to make the area more cycling friendly. They’ve had some wins with it as well and they probably don’t see themselves as a political group
Gatecreeper tonight at the Prince Bandroom. we’ll see how the kids go falling asleep tonight and maybe I’ll go
Did you know the Wombat from Diary of a Wombat is called Mothball? It’s in the dedications at the start I think
It makes me feel good I already knew most of these.
I’ve been on the hunt for a good regular spot to buy books from. Robinsons is a no go since the owner came out as crazy, and Booktopia can be a nightmare to navigate if you have a couple of privacy extensions and open more than one tab
I also got to ride this goofy thing. A few people would love it but I can’t see it fitting most people’s needs https://www.99bikes.com.au/cube24-trike-hybrid-family-750-sm
I went specifically to look at cargo bikes as a step up from my trailer pram. Whilst the front loading box cargo bikes (like the Urban Arrow) look fun, I think they’re better suited to moving things than people. The rear loading cargo bikes (like Tern) are better for moving people, but you need different configurations to move stuff.
I’ve been looking at ebikes for a while, done a bunch of research, and been to a few events like this one. I think it’s best to think of an ebike like a second car and budget accordingly. A lot of people who get an ebike end up using it like a second car anyway, so it’s worth getting a good one up front.
Things to look at when considering an ebike are: -Good brakes. An ebike is heavier than a normal bike and you’ll be going faster -Big tyres. To also deal with the added weight and speed -Strong drivetrain. The chains and gears on cheap ebikes can wear out faster because they use regular bike components instead of ebike specific components -Good electronic components. Most good ebikes use a Bosch mid-drive motor and you can get displays for them that have GPS and other features. Bosch have a service centre here in Melbourne and generally good support for their products after release. There are other good motor brands but you’ll have to do your research on anything not Bosch.
Most ebikes are used for commuting, so there are things to consider there that are consistent for any bike: -Comfortable riding position. You don’t need a sporty ebike unless you want one. You can get away with a more upright seating position and swept back handlebars on an ebike because it does most of the work for you -The right sized frame for you. Unless a bike is super adjustable you’ll need to get measured somewhat and make sure the frame fits you -Mudguards. This is one of the most important things for commuting bikes overall. Get a bike with mudguards if you can, otherwise make sure you can put them on whatever bike you get.
You can generally trust an ebike from any established normal bike brand. There are a few smaller brands that either only do ebikes or are known for them that are also good. Most of the brands at the expo are good as well, and I’d trust a bike from them. Here’s a link to the page about the expo to give you a place to start:
Went to the ebike expo yesterday and the biggest selling point for getting one was hitting every red light on Plenty Road on the way there
I think I prefer more time in the morning. I liked how it took so long to get to midday today.
I’m trying to take the Rage approach where I get the full video as unaltered as possible. That means generally getting the videos from the official channels so there should be no surprise privatisations
I made a music video playlist for the kids and I did that thing where I forgot every music video I’ve ever watched.
I’ve been adding to it over time and I’ve got over 300 in there now. Much better than the stuff on YouTube kids as well
Bandcamp Fridays always creep up on me and I don’t know who to support.
Maybe I’d use bandcamp more if it didn’t suck to use so much. Then I’d have a ready mental list of albums to buy
I’ve only ridden past the velodrome on the Merri Creek Trail, I’ve never been there myself. The track is pretty lit up on the Strava heatmap so it must see some use
There’s an ebike expo on this weekend at the Brunswick Velodrome. I’ve seen internet in ebikes in these threads so I thought I’d share:
Went for the most amazing drive down Glenburnie Road last night. A hill climb, a massive dip, a sudden roundabout which lead to a twisting descent.
And the fog, it caught people’s high beams as they would come up crests in front of you. Such a great drive
My problem with this is having things come up and not getting back to them for a while, which then just never happens. I don’t get to work on things enough to make a habit and get momentum
Winter has really hit, hasn’t it? It’s like Autumn slept through March and has stuffed all its weather into April to make up for it
If you have a gyat you indeed have the goods, and you are serving, but you should not be faunum taxed for it.