I have a guest post up at The Conscience Vote

If you’re at all interested in the internet censorship debate, I think you’ll find it a thought-provoking read. Rather than discussing what this policy proposal is, I’ve focused on what it isn’t, but claims to be.

The post is entitled “The cynical exploitation of child abuse” – you should check it out.

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Tell Ted Ballieu why cutting funds to libraries is a bad idea

More fun in today’s newspapers: Victorian State Government to slash funding for local libraries.

This is such breath-takingly stupid that I can’t imagine why they think it’s a good idea. I took a swing at figuring out the why in my letter to the Premier:
Continue reading Tell Ted Ballieu why cutting funds to libraries is a bad idea

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Sometimes, I’m late to my own party…

But I’m still delighted that I had a flashfic was published at melbourne by dusk the other week.

You can read it here.

Excuse me, I’m off to write some more :)

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Sign the Petition, Save the Internets

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#sccr18 – The Australian Government wants to close copyright exceptions that help blind people

At the moment, the Australian government is part of a faction that’s lobbying to close the loopholes in the law that allow blind and other disabled people access to copyrighted material in ways that are simple and easy.

Apparently, copyright holders don’t already have enough legal protections, and are furthermore excused from displaying any sort of compassion.

Story here, legal details here and twitter feed following this here.

Most importantly, for Australians, this is where to register your response with our great and glorious government.

Spread the word, people!

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