Really a "job for mates" issue. A reward from Albo for retiring from politics. We need Dr Sophie Scamps' "end jobs for mates" bill to have merit based public appointments by an independent panel.
It's a nothing-burger job but it's still galling that this rank dinosaur bigot gets to live off us for longer. He really should have been fired into the sun.
Negotiations regarding criminals wanted in Australia who have sought shelter in the Holy See? Surely it’s better to wait until they walk around the chain barriers and have the Italian authorities grab them?
Well why have an ambassador anywhere? They all do the same stuff. Unfortunately, it’s another weird decision by the current gov’t. Why this guy? And why no explanation (beyond bland platitudes). Not a huge US system fan, but public hearings to determine suitability are a great idea!
This man brought cruelty, hatred and greed to his electorate, many suffered under his ‘rule’ . Why is he rewarded by Labor? This is a prize or reward for something, what is it Labor? Just goes to show the devil does look after his own. 😡😡
Pope Francis erred in Laudato Si which declares the life of Creation God's forever & it is sin to deceive for oil $, to kill the Earth making it hotter than Hell for Eternity.
We're sending a coal lobbyist from Queensland to teach Francis Our Aussie Values, Lord knows holy George Pell tried. ..
It is Bizarre! I am not sure what is the best place for him as a retired LNP 'star' but with more thought something would come to mind, maybe Antarctica?
Why do we need an ambassador to the Vatican when we have the President of the Australian Catholic Bishops' Conference? I smell a grift or some next level trough swilling? Either way Yeshua of Nazareth probably wouldn’t condone this sort of nonsense!
Why does the vatican have a seat in the UN every time I go there I
It sickens me to see it this evil organisation that has murdered uncountable numbers of Women & children should never have this been allowed
What's he there for? Say to arrange a palace coup, get rid of this woke, Franciscan tree hugging Latin pope, & enthrone a Francoist climate denier Pope, someone with the moral standing of George Pell, who loved to splash the holy water on his coal cuddling friends at the IPA.
Ahh yes, we all know that the Vatican has been and still is a haven for pedophiles, money laundering and other financial mismanagement. Not dissimilar to right-wing politics.
Read the room on the objection to that posting Albonese, why the FK would you give this position to anyone let alone a Nat. are you for real? What about the cost involved when the Govt is searching for $s for better needs, the country is crying out for common sense I for one can't believe this shit.
Why does the Labor Govt continue to give such sinecures to has-been Liberals? They would never return the favour. Their generous pensions should be more than enough.
The real estate holdings in Australia are immense. All prime locations in every city & town in Aust. The reach of their influence at all levels of Govt the same. They’re the best placed ‘charity’ to end homelessness immediately… Jesus would do it 😉 if there were money & power in it the Church might.
Where does 🇦🇺 Catholic money go(schools, hospitals, aged care, Government, philanthropy & parish)? Some probably to the Head Office.
Always wondered what’s the difference between ‘Not for Profit’ & a ‘Charity’ ?
Cover up the century upon century of vile lies in the restarting of time to ensure the Judea Christian foundation is permanently inscribed in global ‘law’
I just feel i need it said.
Not all Pitts want a theocracy.
#churchandstateseparate
End the advancement of religion charity category.
Stop funding schools who turn kids in their catchment away.
Strategy.
It stops him from campaigning in his old seat and from working behind the scenes.
He’s a sell out and, like the rest of the LNP, has no morals.
The Catholic Church still controls Aussie politics. Right now, a lot of their control is via their schools. The ALP is now a party of the rich. Labor is pro-private education and hateful of the public system. Look where they send their children.
Labor behaves like a Catholic faction of the Tories.
One previous one employed a mafia guy in the Embassy then as Immi Minister allowed him to in and protected him from deportation, IIRC. Who knows what others have done.
Keith will be on his knees a fair bit. Hopefully he will sort out my long standing wages claim for being an Altar Boy for 9 yrs, penalty rates included. If the church could claim job keeper then it stands to reason my $ is in the bank
Mate , how else are we converse with magic man in the sky without a national pig with the snout in the trough ?
But why is a Labor PM handing out such sinecures to a Nat?
More useful to send little greggy Sheridan and his stinking cardy
you know a long time ago, Catholics were very numerous in Australia and they all or mostly went to church, we were considered an important and strong Catholic country
Then nobody gave a toss about religion anymore, except scummo and the evangelicals
Paul Keating said: The reward for public office is public progress”.
What has Keith Pitt ever done to earn another ride on the gravy train. Only a visionless tin eared careerist like Albo would sign off on a golden parachute for a bitter bigoted backward thinking rival like Pitt.
Same as any Ambassador. Maintain diplomatic relations, facilitate trade & commerce, promote cultural & ed exchange programs; humanitarian efforts; help refugees to safety, combat human traffic, end social exclusion. Promote cultural initiatives, assist those affected by conflict & disasters...
On our Holy See Embassy web page it also says we have shared objectives including 'tackling the climate crisis'. Mr Pitt's appointment is even more mystifying given his vehement objections to emissions reductions targets.
Politicians from our political duopoly looking after politicians should no longer be a surprise to anyone but anyone voting for those duopoly politicians should be the surprise. Go independents.
Having an Ambassador to the Vatican is like having an Ambassador to the Mafia. The Pope is the Godfather controlling immense wealth accumulated by a guilt driven protection racket while his “family” sexually abuse the children of those paying the protection and the church avoids victim compensation.
Based on observations made by those who've travelled with him...Keith will be there to make sure correct hierarchy order is followed when people are entering rooms/alighting aircraft
According to the website - drum role - "tackling the climate crisis" is high on the list
" Today, Australia has a fruitful dialogue with the Holy See on shared objectives such as peace building, promotion of human rights, and tackling the climate crisis." https://holysee.embassy.gov.au
This man wanted to bring back the cashless welfare card, he's not a fit and proper person for the position...it's a huge mistake to give a man who couldn't even hang around until the next election this job. He's a grifter, jesus would turn in his grave if he was still in it 😡
It’s been a sinecure for decades. It used to the ambassador for Ireland did it as well and it was usually a left kicker got the gig. Imagine being ambassador to 49ha. Olympic Park is more than 10 the size.
The Vatican has embassies in many countries. I’ve lived in places where the Holy See does some great work. I’m not at all religious but have volunteered and donated to hospices that they ran. All good causes.
I think of all the stupid appointments Govts have ever made this is the most bizarre.
Is there a coal mine in the centre of Rome that I don't know about?
Ummm...
Y'know how the KKK was largely started by the DEM's .. way way way back.. and now has more republican RW types..
I THINK it's similar with the RC Church..
Yes there are still ALP connections.. but who attended Pell's funeral ?
I’m assuming Jacinta Price will be all over this rort and waste of money. It will cost us more than the Welcome To Countrys that she has such hatred of.
Our duopoly at work. Never doubt they care more about their (completely performative) opposition than about the public. Vote independent to end the duopoly.
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We're sending a coal lobbyist from Queensland to teach Francis Our Aussie Values, Lord knows holy George Pell tried. ..
The other letters are just there but don't do anything.
It sickens me to see it this evil organisation that has murdered uncountable numbers of Women & children should never have this been allowed
Media's response?
Covered them like they were relevant.
Just goes to show...
#fuckKnuckle
It's a job title with perks and no actual responsibilities.
You know, like all the jobs that conservatives seem to fall into after politics?
Always wondered what’s the difference between ‘Not for Profit’ & a ‘Charity’ ?
It also represents the religion followed by a large number of Australians.
So it's reasonable to have diplomatic representation there.
Nepal ?
Not all Pitts want a theocracy.
#churchandstateseparate
End the advancement of religion charity category.
Stop funding schools who turn kids in their catchment away.
It stops him from campaigning in his old seat and from working behind the scenes.
He’s a sell out and, like the rest of the LNP, has no morals.
Hate that 😝
Labor behaves like a Catholic faction of the Tories.
😉😉
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🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮
But why is a Labor PM handing out such sinecures to a Nat?
More useful to send little greggy Sheridan and his stinking cardy
Then nobody gave a toss about religion anymore, except scummo and the evangelicals
So Pitt is well experienced because it's what he's done his whole political life.
What has Keith Pitt ever done to earn another ride on the gravy train. Only a visionless tin eared careerist like Albo would sign off on a golden parachute for a bitter bigoted backward thinking rival like Pitt.
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I ran out of room for the punch line - smoke cigars.
Spare me…😂
There's an element of truth there. You can't visit without leaving via the gift shop!
" Today, Australia has a fruitful dialogue with the Holy See on shared objectives such as peace building, promotion of human rights, and tackling the climate crisis."
https://holysee.embassy.gov.au
We pay
Whitlam sent a respected career diplomat to the Vatican. The Vatican sent her right back
TAKE that anyway you like ... all ways are most likely possible..
Prob going to try and steer them away from Solar for Nuclear.
Is there a coal mine in the centre of Rome that I don't know about?
Y'know how the KKK was largely started by the DEM's .. way way way back.. and now has more republican RW types..
I THINK it's similar with the RC Church..
Yes there are still ALP connections.. but who attended Pell's funeral ?
:)