110 — Everybody needs good neighbours

We talk about the power of polyps and the power of community.

Blobbing along
Australia’s nuclear submarines would “inevitably” be forced to shut down by peacenik Queensland jellyfish.
In 2006 the US Supercarrier Ronald Reagan was owned by 800kg of jellyfish.

Floating in a pork barrel
Flood disaster relief payments are different, depending on your electorate.
Meanwhile, crowdfunding campaigns outstrip traditional charities.
The Ballina hospital was evacuated and relocated, by staff and volunteers.
…the Defence Force turned up nine days later.
The Prime Minister’s visit to flood-effected areas avoided media questions, but brought his personal photographer.

Actions
Talk to a neighbors.
Save yourself from reading, listen to a podcast instead.