AliAprhys (Paterson)

What #surfingtribe are you part of? Do you even belong to one or more #surf clans? open.substack.com/pub/alisonaprh…

LISTEN: From heartbreak to redemption for Alec Segaert, as SBS locks in cycling’s biggest races - all that and more in this week's Cycling Newsflash! 📰 #Cycling | #couchpeloton | #Podcast sbs.com.au/sport/podcast-…

Jeeves by the yard open.substack.com/pub/alisonaprh… #books #jeeves #reading

@firstdogonmoon Alba Farqueson and his younger sibling Archiebald McLaren graciously forgive you. But Owen them treats and a tummy rub. Or else.

@Alisurfer oh my! i retract my unkind assumption and endorse these fabulous dogs wholeheartedly

Are you sick and tired of being slugged at the bowser of life? Me too! (this is a good line but does not appear in this cartoon about fuel prices soz) theguardian.com/commentisfree/…

@firstdogonmoon Nonsense! They chased off would be housebreakers in Cairns, keep us sane, and are adored by our lovely postal delivery persons.

@Alisurfer these dogs are rubbish! get better dogs

In this crazy old world when so much seems outside our control, choosing a cycling commute is one way of ensuring you start your working day with a smile on your smile. @alisonaprhyspaterson/note/p-191102535?r=4jgupv&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=notes-share-action" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">substack.com/@alisonaprhysp…

Years of fearing the dentist are hopefully a thing of the past. open.substack.com/pub/alisonaprh…

To all the journalists, editors, sub-editors, photographers, producers, and other media workers who thrive on the 24/7 news cycle thanks to a secure coffee habit, this one’s for you. You’re welcome. @alisonaprhyspaterson/note/c-227076832?r=4jgupv&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=notes-share-action" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">substack.com/@alisonaprhysp…

Brilliant.

@bayareaHC @Socceroos @LevisStadium @oaklandrootssc They a standout bunch of women, not only fabulous footballers but good people too. You’ll love them! Thanks for looking out for our Tillies.

We are excited to host the Australian National Team @socceroos in the San Francisco Bay Area, where they will play at @LevisStadium on June 25th in the FIFA World Cup 2026™! Team base camp will be at @oaklandrootssc Training Facility Welcoming the World to the Bay this summer!

Journalist fashion 101. I turned the Mochino denim jacket hanging on my studio chair into a skirt as I accidentally left half my work outfit at home after cycling to the radio station at 3am. @alisonaprhyspaterson/note/c-226055743?r=4jgupv&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=notes-share-action" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">substack.com/@alisonaprhysp…

The remaining Iranian Women’s Team members left the country last night. The Australian Federal Police were rightly concerned about their forced removal, given that a number had already sought asylum, and needed to ensure that all players had an opportunity to understand and exercise their right to protection. Several more took the decision to leave their life behind, and stay. The Malaysian government should also be sure to offer protection today, before the group leaves for Turkey. And international media should continue to track the team’s safety. Grave concerns remain for their safety. And of the family members of those remaining in Australia. This is the horrific reality of human rights abuse and the tragic decisions people must make, where every choice is dangerous for them, a loved one, or both. The scenes of heartbreak, anguish and needing to make impossible decisions that touched the hearts of so many Australians, are ones that play out every minute, of every day, all around the world. Australians might have a better insight into those pressures after the past few days, hopefully. The first priority is to ensure that no harm comes to the returning group. Were that to happen, Iranian football would be held responsible, as the protection of their players is a priority of every Federation. The global football community should ensure that we monitor the returning women and do all we can to encourage the game’s stakeholders to guarantee their safety. FIFA has a responsibility to ensure a safe environment for all women players. Any time a player feels any form of risk, they should have safe outlets to express that concern. These must be in place in future. Only when football federations and governments understand there are consequences for the persecution and coercion of female athletes, will anything change. All player and athlete rights groups should now campaign for major reform of athlete safety processes. This can’t be allowed to happen again. The group in Australia also have a very long road ahead. Their international careers are over, they’ve lost everything they cherished and will have to rebuild their lives. Community members are fundraising for them. Once satisfied the funds will be ethically distributed, please give something for them to begin their new life. Thankyou to all those who advocated from the community, those at risk and silenced always need people of compassion to fight for their rights. Also, the Australian football authorities, all organisations that advocated for them, the AFP and the Aust Govt. While the seeking of asylum is always deeply politicised, Australians can take pride that so many cared and that, in a climate where international law is under attack and our adherence wildly inconsistent, we undertook our responsibilities to this group. Now, we should all do what we can to create a world where every person, every woman, every child is protected. And not only in sport.

@KevinHoganMP Hi Kevin, please contact me at Radio 97 104.1FM 07 55248353 news@radio97.com.au

Labor promised to reduce your power bills by $275, but they have risen over $1000. Now, the Prime Minister won't even talk about it. #auspol

"This is a DISASTER." 😱 Gracie Elvin, Bridie O'Donnell and Matthew Keenan could not believe the race mix-up that caused major contenders in the women's race to take a wrong turn and lose vital time! 👀 #StradeBianche | March 7-8 | SBS and SBS On Demand 📺

The world can be a scary place atm. Take time to find a moment where you can take a deep breath and decompress. #takecareoutthere

@firstdogonmoon Yes! So exciting. Thank you FDOTM. I also reported on it in my morning news bulletin. Bravo to Prof Tim Flannery, the Uni of Papua researchers, and the local clans who provided advice. In this crazy world two more wonderful non-extinct wee possums are what we need.

Lazarus taxa?! Is that good? Yes it is! theguardian.com/commentisfree/…

This morning I spoke with John Cowing, a security consultant in Dubai about the situation facing Australians living, working and travelling in the region. He’s also my brother so it was a doubly intense conversation. You can read about it here. open.substack.com/pub/alisonaprh…

The Australian Winter Paralympic Team is officially selected! ❄️ Each athlete has received their Boarding Pass from Official Partner Qantas to kick off their Paralympic journey ✈️ From takeoff to the podium, the adventure starts now. Let the fun begin! @Qantas

📰 SQUAD UPDATE: goalkeeper Jada Whyman has been ruled out of the #WAC2026 due to a knee injury. Whyman will be replaced in the 26-player squad by Morgan Aquino. We’re absolutely heartbroken for you, Jada, and are sending you all our love and strength as you begin your recovery. 💚💛 #Matildas #HowWeWaltz #TilitsDone matildas.com.au/news/commbank-…