Canberra

What students should know about the Federal Elections in 2025 in Australia, compared to other nations like USA or Britain or China or France. Outcome still open, as counting continues, however landslide victory of Anthony Albanese (Labour) is secured. International reactions interpret this victory (like the Canadian outcome) as an anti Trump result, as the opposition leader Peter Dutton has used Trump rhetorics and wanted new nuclear power plants plus stopping the renewables and use more coal. Here’s a breakdown of how elections for the Senate and the House of Representatives differ in Australia: 1. House of Representatives Election (Lower House) Seats: 151 (one per electorate, based on population distribution) Voting System: Preferential voting (voters rank candidates in order), for instance 1 to 6. Winner: The candidate with an absolute majority (over 50% of votes after preferences) wins the seat. Government Formation: The party (or coalition) with a majority of seats forms government. Election Cycle: Every three years, though early elections can occur. 2. Senate Election (Upper House) Seats: 76 (12 per state, 2 per territory) Voting System: Proportional representation (voters rank parties or candidates) Winner: Seats are allocated based on vote share, ensuring a mix of major and minor parties. Government Formation: The Senate does not form government but plays a major role in reviewing laws. Election Cycle: Half the Senate is elected every three years, except for territories, which…

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Easter 2025

All our best wishes from the Gold Coast, where the light is now as good as gold. No heat, just golden sunshine and photographer‘s delight. Bike Trip | Credit phb Daimler Trucks Gold Coast | Credit phb Bond Uni | Credit phb Das Auto | Credit phb Golden Beaches QLD | Credit phb Paperbark Group | Credit phb Gold Coast Hinterland Views | Credit phb Frohe Ostern und Ostern ist auch in Australien ein Familienfest wie Weihnachten, über alle Religionen hinweg. Alle Menschen dieser Erde wünschen sich Frieden! Nur einige sogenannte Führer wollen den Krieg! Gier und Korruption. Das muss aufhören, und zwar sofort. Updated Easter Sunday 20 Apr 2025. Author and Blogger Peter H Bloecker (Retired). Linked

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Easter 2025

All our best wishes from the Gold Coast, where the light is now as good as gold. No heat, just golden sunshine and photographer‘s delight. Bike Trip | Credit phb Daimler Trucks Gold Coast | Credit phb Bond Uni | Credit phb Das Auto | Credit phb Golden Beaches QLD | Credit phb Paperbark Group | Credit phb Gold Coast Hinterland Views | Credit phb Frohe Ostern und Ostern ist auch in Australien ein Familienfest wie Weihnachten, über alle Religionen hinweg. Alle Menschen dieser Erde wünschen sich Frieden! Nur einige sogenannte Führer wollen den Krieg! Gier und Korruption. Das muss aufhören, und zwar sofort. Updated Easter Sunday 20 Apr 2025. Author and Blogger Peter H Bloecker (Retired). Linked

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Australia

Warum Wahlpflicht? Labour | Credit phb Labour | Credit phb Australian Electoral Commision AEC AEC | #phb #Democracy #Elections #Australia #Canberra This post is about a local and independent candidate Erchana Murray - Bartlett at the Gold Coast in Queensland. About the 2025 Federal Elections in Australia The Sun Also Rises | Credit #phb Erchana Murray-Bartlett is running as an independent candidate for McPherson, aiming to bring a fresh approach to leadership A B. Her campaign focuses on community-driven policies, addressing issues like housing affordability, healthcare access, and environmental protection A. She’s also a record-breaking marathon runner who raised over $100,000 for wildlife conservation C B. Her commitment to listening to and representing her community sets her apart A. What matters most to you in a candidate? Watch the video (Youtube), why Independent Candidates can make a big difference in a hung parliament situation! Youtube Website Go To The Distance Linked Screenshot #phb Screenshot #phb Screenshot #phb Watch the Aussie campaign 2025 Federal Election, and listen to the words carefully. What is empty blurb? What is empty rhetorics? Cui Bono? Screenshot seen in Hamburg | Credit phb | Bank System McPherson District Gold Coast Queensland | Credit phb Local Heroes and Community driven TEAL Two major parties Liberals and Labor in Australia Colours are blue and red. About Green Light (Traffic Light) Campaign Environment and Climate External Website Linked Nota Bene:…

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Business German Podcast

Business German Podcast You may eat or order your Dessert First! Hi, I’m Pete …My Aussie mates have changed my name Peter meaning the Rock! About my background as a High School Teacher in Germany, Namibia and Australia. My name is Peter H Bloecker, StD i.R. I am hosting the Business German Podcast, which focuses on teaching authentic German for professional settings. My aim is to help learners navigate the German language and culture from an intercultural perspective with a FOCUS on The Intercultural Gaps. From 1998 to 2005, I worked and served as the German language adviser at the Goethe-Institut Australia, contributing to the promotion of German language and culture in Queensland and in Australia. My office was at the LOTE Centre, Westend, in those days next to the School of Distance Education, now sold and demolished. Now fully retired, I live with my wife Maria Ines at the Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia. A tree is a tree and has a soul ... More promotion will come here soon, once my free Podcast has hit the target line at Spotify and some other channels. Author & Blogger Peter Hanns Bloecker Linked About us Profile

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Stones

Wenn Trump bluehende Landschaften in Gaza verspricht wie Kohl damals in der DDR, ist das kein Scherz: Es ist schlicht der Gedanke eines Real Estate Moguls aus dem Trump Tower in NYCity. Why not, fragt sich augenwischend der Deutsche Michel (Taugenichts)? Habe ich hier was verschlafen? Nichts ist unmoeglich, sagte uns eins Obama, just follow the AD. Was Trump mit Musk offenbar verstanden hat, oder irre ich mich da? Kein Stein auf dem anderen ist Gaza! Wer soll da jetzt wohnen, ohne das Drama noch einmal zu wiederholen? Vorhang zu, pflegte Goethe in Weimar zu sagen! #Faust #Shakespeare #Schlegel #Hegel #Humboldt #Tegel #Berlin #Bubble phb George Town phb phb The Robbers (Schiller) | Credit phb

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John Lennon

To find very cool Photos on the net, I advise to google Bob Gruen in NYCity! Found via NY Times, the good old Auntie from the Big Apple! Fan of Apples… Linked

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Dance me …

What would you do if you won a house or a lot of money in a Lottery?L Cohen RIP I guess I would dance me to the end of love … or so. View and listen the greatest poet next to Bob Dylan here now! Dance me … Linked And of course the real Tango way like here with Al Pacino in the film scene Scent of a Woman … Linked Dance me … with Maria Ines | Credit phb Coffs Coast NSW | Credit phb Dairy Farms Dorrigo NSW | Credit phb So much to see and explore in Australia … From Dubbo with love, kindly Peter and Maria Ines Linked Update Tue 28 Jan 2025 Ural Motorbykes from USSR | Credit phb When leaving Armidale heading south, do not miss out on this shop in Uralla, opposite the campside! Linked Waterfall Way NSW | Credit phb Tree Walk | Credit phb Along the Elbe River Germany | Credit phb More here soon … Germany in 2025 by Peter H Bloecker Linked

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Gondwana

Gondwana: Australia's Ancient Past and Its Impact on QLD and NSW today Introduction Gondwana, the ancient supercontinent, holds a significant place in the geological history of Australia. Formed around 600 million years ago, Gondwana comprised present-day South America, Africa, Antarctica, India, and Australia. The breakup of this supercontinent around 180 million years ago played a crucial role in shaping the landscapes and biodiversity of Queensland (QLD) and New South Wales (NSW). Credit phb Gondwana's Legacy in Queensland Queensland's rich geological history can be traced back to its Gondwanan roots. The lush rainforests of the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area are remnants of ancient Gondwanan forests. This region, known for its incredible biodiversity, boasts ancient plant species that have survived since the time of Gondwana. The geological formations in the Glass House Mountains and Great Dividing Range also reflect the tectonic activities and volcanic events that occurred during Gondwana's breakup. New South Wales' Gondwanan Heritage Waterfalls | Credit phb New South Wales is home to the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia, a UNESCO World Heritage site that includes rainforests across the state. These rainforests are living relics of the ancient supercontinent and house unique flora and fauna. Iconic sites like the Dorrigo National Park and Barrington Tops showcase the lush greenery and diverse ecosystems that have their origins in Gondwanan times. The fossil beds in the Blue Mountains provide valuable insights into the…

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Gondwana

Gondwana: Australia's Ancient Past and Its Impact on QLD and NSW today Introduction Gondwana, the ancient supercontinent, holds a significant place in the geological history of Australia. Formed around 600 million years ago, Gondwana comprised present-day South America, Africa, Antarctica, India, and Australia. The breakup of this supercontinent around 180 million years ago played a crucial role in shaping the landscapes and biodiversity of Queensland (QLD) and New South Wales (NSW). Credit phb Gondwana's Legacy in Queensland Queensland's rich geological history can be traced back to its Gondwanan roots. The lush rainforests of the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area are remnants of ancient Gondwanan forests. This region, known for its incredible biodiversity, boasts ancient plant species that have survived since the time of Gondwana. The geological formations in the Glass House Mountains and Great Dividing Range also reflect the tectonic activities and volcanic events that occurred during Gondwana's breakup. New South Wales' Gondwanan Heritage Waterfalls | Credit phb New South Wales is home to the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia, a UNESCO World Heritage site that includes rainforests across the state. These rainforests are living relics of the ancient supercontinent and house unique flora and fauna. Iconic sites like the Dorrigo National Park and Barrington Tops showcase the lush greenery and diverse ecosystems that have their origins in Gondwanan times. The fossil beds in the Blue Mountains provide valuable insights into the…

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