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SUMMARY:Talk: The revolution will not be violent
DESCRIPTION:This talk by A.Prof Marty Branagan\, Peace Studies\, University of New England which is partly about Rising Tide\, will be on 26 March in Arts Lecture Theatre 3 at UNE at 1pm. All welcome. \nA persistent trope from some leftists is that armed struggle is a necessary precursor to a more just\, sustainable and peaceful world. This paper argues that such a trope is not revolutionary but deeply conservative\, influenced by and supporting the aims of the global military-industrial complex and a flawed state system. The paper shows how the military-industrial complex influences societies down militaristic pathways through its think-tanks\, media stories\, influences on schools and universities\, and Hollywood connections\, and how this is reinforced by film and entertainment violence\, language\, history telling and parenting. Using data from a survey of contemporary climate activists\, I explore possible motives for violence before  discussing issues arising from the Myanmar and Gaza conflicts. I then explore nonviolent action and the benefits of nternationalising movements\, choosing appropriate strategies and tactics\, and utilising general strikes\, hunger strikes\, boycotts\, divestment and sanctions. Finally\, I discuss the recent Rising Tide blockades of the world’s largest coal export port in Newcastle\, and movement education about intersectional oppression\, forefronting of diversity\, commitment to egalitarianism\, cultural activism\, capacity-building\, and narrative control\, temporarily creating\, as Aboriginal musician Gurridyula put it\, an unarmed autonomous zone.
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/the-revolution-will-not-be-violent
LOCATION:University of New England\, Booloominbah Drive\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Activism,Peace,Talk
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SUMMARY:Come-along and join Pat’s Pilliga Tag-a-long Tour
DESCRIPTION:National Parks association\, Armidale Branch invite you to join Pat Schultz on a tag-a-long tour of the culturally and ecologically significant & wonderful Pilliga Forest. The proposed program is flexible and depends on numbers attending and weather conditions. \nIf time permits it is most enjoyable to have a day at the Pilliga Hot Bore Baths prior to the tour. \nArrive at Pilliga village on to camp & relax at Pilliga hot bore baths ($5) or book into the Pilliga Pub\, the pub has two family rooms Phone 0428671182 for bookings. Dinner may be available at the pub. Friday afternoon arrive at Pilliga Pottery \n\nSaturday — Leave at 8.30am Drive to Baradine Forest Discovery Centre\, with interesting displays and the history of The Pilliga\, then on to Sculptures in the Scrub or the Salt Cave & the Fire tower for expansive views across forest vista to Warrumbungle and Nandewar ranges. If time permits visit Gamilaraay Sculpture Walk and possibly the Sandstone Caves. Stay at Barkala Homestay (Pilliga Pottery) where camping\, private room or share a room in unique accommodation is available and dine in the Blue Wren Cafe.\nSunday — Leave at 8.30am to tour Santos coal seam gas fields & infrastructure\, accompanied by a local Pilliga resident who will share their love and knowledge of Pilliga biodiversity and give an update on the controversial Narrabri Gas Project impacting on the forest\, surrounding farmlands & the serious risks to the Great Artesian Basin For those with commitments the tour ends to allow travel home on Friday afternoon or for those staying the accommodation is the same as for Thursday night.\nMonday — For those who have more time\, we’ll visit any destinations missed on Saturday or meet the Interests of participants\, for example bushwalks and other related activities.\n\nFor further information please contact Pat Schultz on {mobile prefix oh for}28 725 852 \nPilliga registration March 26 word doc
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/come-along-and-join-pats-pilliga-tag-a-long-tour
LOCATION:Pilliga Pottery\, 2630 Dandry Rd\, Coonabarabran\, NSW\, 2357\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Aboriginal,Activism,Art,Forests,Tour,Walk,Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pilliga Tag%E2%80%93Along Tours":MAILTO:pat.schultz@bigpond.com
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SUMMARY:High Country Rising Tide invite you to a Community Picnic
DESCRIPTION:High Country Rising Tide invite you to a Community Picnic May 17th 2026 12:30pm Dumaresq Dam \nRising Tide is a peaceful\, powerful movement of ordinary people taking nonviolent actions to defend the climate and demand a just transition away from fossil fuels. Come and find out more at the High Country hub picnic.
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/high-country-rising-tide-invite-you-to-a-community-picnic
LOCATION:Dumaresq Dam\, 458 Dumaresq Dam Road\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Activism,Food
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SUMMARY:Activist sightseeing Pilliga scrub Tag-a-long Tour
DESCRIPTION:National Parks association\, Armidale Branch invite you to join Pat Schultz on a tag-a-long tour of the culturally and ecologically significant & wonderful Pilliga Forest. The proposed program is flexible and depends on numbers attending and weather conditions. \nIf time permits it is most enjoyable to have a day at the Pilliga Hot Bore Baths prior to the tour. \nArrive at Pilliga village on to camp & relax at Pilliga hot bore baths ($5) or book into the Pilliga Pub\, the pub has two family rooms Phone 0428671182 for bookings. Dinner may be available at the pub. Friday afternoon arrive at Pilliga Pottery \n\nSaturday — Leave at 8.30am Drive to Baradine Forest Discovery Centre\, with interesting displays and the history of The Pilliga\, then on to Sculptures in the Scrub or the Salt Cave & the Fire tower for expansive views across forest vista to Warrumbungle and Nandewar ranges. If time permits visit Gamilaraay Sculpture Walk and possibly the Sandstone Caves. Stay at Barkala Homestay (Pilliga Pottery) where camping\, private room or share a room in unique accommodation is available and dine in the Blue Wren Cafe.\nSunday — Leave at 8.30am to tour Santos coal seam gas fields & infrastructure\, accompanied by a local Pilliga resident who will share their love and knowledge of Pilliga biodiversity and give an update on the controversial Narrabri Gas Project impacting on the forest\, surrounding farmlands & the serious risks to the Great Artesian Basin For those with commitments the tour ends to allow travel home on Friday afternoon or for those staying the accommodation is the same as for Thursday night.\nMonday — For those who have more time\, we’ll visit any destinations missed on Saturday or meet the Interests of participants\, for example bushwalks and other related activities\n\nFor further information please contact Pat Schultz on {mobile prefix oh for}28 725 852
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/activist-sightseeing-pilliga-scrub-tag-a-long-tour
LOCATION:Pilliga Pottery\, 2630 Dandry Rd\, Coonabarabran\, NSW\, 2357\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Aboriginal,Activism,Art,Forests,Tour,Walk,Wildlife
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