110 — Everybody needs good neighbours

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

• 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.

• 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.

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