John Pollaers OAM
@JohnPollaers
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Noted leader & Int'l CEO Speaks on the imperatives of 21st century global biz
Melbourne, Victoria
Joined August 2014
As the COP29 climate meeting is reaching its end, it should not come as a surprise that yet another COP is failing. The current draft is a complete disaster. But even if our expectations are close to non-existent, we must never ever find ourselves reacting to these continuous
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Farmers in the bush are buying EVs which pay for themselves in three years in diesel savings alone compared to @ToyotaMotorCorp Landcruisers! What’s good for the climate is good for the wallet.
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Despite the large distances travelled, more country Australians are buying and driving electric vehicles. So what's it really like?
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The @WHO Commission on Social Connection have released a series of videos exploring the experiences of loneliness and social isolation across the world. Watch the stories here: https://t.co/qWRoUr6wum
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Didn't make it to our Indigenous Learning Circles Hawthorn Launch? Here's what you missed ⬇ Up next, our Croydon and Wantirna events! Learn more ➡️ https://t.co/4h8gnk85Ju
#swinurne #uni #nextgencampus #campus
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Have you registered for our Indigenous Learning Circle opening events? We're marking the opening of these new spaces on 29 February at Hawthorn, 7 March at Croydon and 13 March at Wantirna. Celebrate with Indigenous music, food, prizes and more! Register➡️ https://t.co/MclAJq3H2Z
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Swinburne’s Council is pleased to announce the reappointment of Professor @JohnPollaers OAM as Swinburne Chancellor. Since his appointment in 2019, Professor Pollaers has led the Swinburne Council through a remarkable period of growth and achievement ➡ https://t.co/ikEdhIVWOx
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Tesla will never make a concept car that doesn’t become reality
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Scott Morrison's new job is a lobbying job. That shouldn't be allowed. My #CleanUpPoliticsAct would bar him from lobbying jobs for 3 years after being PM. We must shut the revolving door to stop vested interests profiting off politicians' inside knowledge and connections.
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. @BBCWorld The Global Story podcast recently explored big questions - why are we feeling lonely and what can be done? Hear from BBC's global health correspondent, Tulip Mazumdar, and @Prof. Manuela Barreto, who sits on our Scientific Advisory Panel. 🎧 https://t.co/hvVm4GGsNh
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If you aren't able to meet in person, joining online groups or conversations may help you form meaningful connections. Search our national directory to find groups, organisations and services providing opportunities for connection 👉 https://t.co/jKywKNsX3z search
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Our State of the Nation Report found that nearly 1 in 4 people living with a partner are lonely. Building meaningful connections takes time and effort, often including common interests, shared values and open conversations. Read the full report 👉 https://t.co/Az32oyPayV
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Share this post to help more Australians understand loneliness 🧡 #LonelyNotAlone #EndingLonelinessTogether
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Our recently published State of the Nation Report found that 37% of carers feel lonely. You can build meaningful connections this #NationalCarersWeek by searching our national online directory for local activities or groups of interest: https://t.co/98CITs71fe
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The upcoming referendum seems pretty simple to me. Do we want Indigenous Australians to be recognized in the constitution? And do we want to accept their request to be consulted about things that affect them? I’m voting “Yes”. For more info click here: https://t.co/0ZqqMp0BQN
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It's #InternationalFriendshipDay! A perfect day to remind everyone that making friends or getting to know new people isn't always easy. Search our national directory to find organisations that can help you form friendships with likeminded people 👉 https://t.co/98CITs71fe
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🤔When was the last time you said hi to your neighbour? 🤔Or asked how their day was? Give it a go! You might be the only person they connect with for the day. #Lonely #Connection #EndingLoneliness
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Week 256. We are currently shattering heat records all over the world. Last week we experienced the hottest days ever recorded, many days in a row. We are also experiencing record high sea level temperatures and record low ice levels. This is an emergency. #FridaysForFuture
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“I am down but I will get back up. And you can come at me again and I will meet you with the love of my people.” Stan Grant delivers a powerful message on Q+A before taking a break from the media. #StanGrant #QandA #WeStandWithStan
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It's National Volunteer Week! Volunteering provides opportunities to connect with others and the world around you. Visit @VolunteeringAus's directory to find organisations in your local area: https://t.co/n9V2VmwsLj
#NVW2023 #EndingLoneliness #Lonely
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