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Wednesday, 14 June
23:55
Best Fishing Charters "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
Im visiting next week with my partner from WA, and we wanna try some of the fishing you guys have over there. What would you guys recommend, and preferably doesnt break the bank. Cheers in advance
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22:19
New Optical Fibre will turbo charge internet speeds and comms "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
Macquarie University researchers have developed a new glass chip, etched by 3D lasers which is essential to the creation of a 19-core optical fibre. They been working with Japanese, Dutch and Italian engineers and scientists on the invention.
A single 19 core fibre, the size of human hair, will be able to carry the equivalent of 17 million NBN home connections which will revolutionise communications between continents and countries.
Image: Image: Supplied Dr Simon Goss
Produced By: Roderick Chambers
Featured In Story: Dr Simon Goss Macquarie University School of Engineering
First aired on The Wire, Wednesday 14 June 2023
The post New Optical Fibre will turbo charge internet speeds and comms appeared first on 4YOU 98.5FM Capricorn Community Radio.
New Optical Fibre will turbo charge internet speeds and comms "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
Macquarie University researchers have developed a new glass chip, etched by 3D lasers which is essential to the creation of a 19-core optical fibre. They been working with Japanese, Dutch and Italian engineers and scientists on the invention.
A single 19 core fibre, the size of human hair, will be able to carry the equivalent of 17 million NBN home connections which will revolutionise communications between continents and countries.
Image: Image: Supplied Dr Simon Goss
Produced By: Roderick Chambers
Featured In Story: Dr Simon Goss Macquarie University School of Engineering
First aired on The Wire, Wednesday 14 June 2023
The post New Optical Fibre will turbo charge internet speeds and comms appeared first on Fraser Coast FM 107.5.
21:53
Oh deer! "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
Feral deer are the biggest pest we have destroying saplings, distributing weeds and crowding out native animals like wallabies and kangaroos. Australia is now home to six species of deer; fallow, red, chital, hog, rusa and sambar -In 1995, there were four populations of red deer in Australia in 2007, 65 red deer populations had been identified
Federal, state and territory governments are close to finalising a plan to coordinate efforts to eradicate the millions of feral deer damaging national parks and farmland in south east Australia.
The National Feral Deer action plan brings together new techniques and technology to control deer numbers, including game-changing thermal imaging technology and aerial shooting now being used in South Australia and Tasmania
Image: Image: Shutterstock Just dance
Produced By: Wendy Frew
Featured In Story: Andrew Cox, CEO Invasive Species Council of Australia
First aired on The Wire, Wednesday 14 June 2023
The post Oh deer! appeared first on 4YOU 98.5FM Capricorn Community Radio.
Feral deer are the biggest pest we have destroying saplings, distributing weeds and crowding out native animals like wallabies and kangaroos. Australia is now home to six species of deer; fallow, red, chital, hog, rusa and sambar -In 1995, there were four populations of red deer in Australia in 2007, 65 red deer populations had been identified
Federal, state and territory governments are close to finalising a plan to coordinate efforts to eradicate the millions of feral deer damaging national parks and farmland in south east Australia.
The National Feral Deer action plan brings together new techniques and technology to control deer numbers, including game-changing thermal imaging technology and aerial shooting now being used in South Australia and Tasmania
Image: Image: Shutterstock Just dance
Produced By: Wendy Frew
Featured In Story: Andrew Cox, CEO Invasive Species Council of Australia
First aired on The Wire, Wednesday 14 June 2023
The post Oh deer! appeared first on Fraser Coast FM 107.5.
21:00
Solving Brisbanes housing crisis. "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
The Brisbane City Council rightfully identifies housing supply, diversity, and affordability as urgent issues for the city. Unfortunately, the Councils suggested temporary local planning instrument (TLPI) for Kurilpa Point[1] wont solve these []
The post Solving Brisbanes housing crisis. first appeared on Westender.
20:17
Trumps Day of infamy "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
Donald Trump was formally indicted in Miami for offences under the Espionage Act 37 charges in all. He plead Not Guilty to all charges.
Most of the charges related to the holding of documents he took from the White house after he left for his Mar-a-Lago resort when he lost the 2020 election. All documents relating to a Presidency by law goes to the National Archives and Records Administration and they referred the matter of missing documents to the FBI and Justice department. There is a recorded conversation where Trump effectively skites that there are still documents in Mar-a-Lago. Calling The Law an ass will not be a defence in this case.
Image: Image Shutterstock : Evan El-Amin
Produced By: Roderick Chambers
Featured In Story: Bruce Wolpe Fellow US Studies Centre at the University of Sydney
First aired on The Wire, Wednesday 14 June 2023
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Trumps Day of infamy "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
Donald Trump was formally indicted in Miami for offences under the Espionage Act 37 charges in all. He plead Not Guilty to all charges.
Most of the charges related to the holding of documents he took from the White house after he left for his Mar-a-Lago resort when he lost the 2020 election. All documents relating to a Presidency by law goes to the National Archives and Records Administration and they referred the matter of missing documents to the FBI and Justice department. There is a recorded conversation where Trump effectively skites that there are still documents in Mar-a-Lago. Calling The Law an ass will not be a defence in this case.
Image: Image Shutterstock : Evan El-Amin
Produced By: Roderick Chambers
Featured In Story: Bruce Wolpe Fellow US Studies Centre at the University of Sydney
First aired on The Wire, Wednesday 14 June 2023
The post Trumps Day of infamy appeared first on Fraser Coast FM 107.5.
19:09
Cooktown with a 2wd? "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
Spending a weekend in Cooktown. Just wanted recs for 2wd accessible stopovers as I'm finding some mixed responses online.
Wujal Wujal Falls? (From Lions Den end) Trevanthen Falls? Archer Point, at the moment?
Thank you! And I appreciate any other recommendations up that way! We will only have three days in the area.
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19:02
The Storification of the life of others "IndyWatch Feed Northcoast"
<p>Remarks inspired by three sessions at the Bellingen Readers & Writers Festival
The sessions were by the following authors that presented their
books:
A) The photographer and writer Jon Rhodes, 'Whitefella Way',
2022
B) Anastasia Guise, (collaborative authors) Fire Stories:
Reflections from Northern Rivers locals on the 2019/2020
bushfires.
C) Sarah George, Gamu: The Dreamtime Stories, Life & Feelings
of Big Bill Neidjie
Storification of the life of others might sum up the common
thread
for these three presentations.
Anthropological enthusiasts with a gaze of an outsider curate and
frame encounters of lived lives and experiences of others.
The mostly narrative form in text, image or audio is to make the
stories 'more accessible'. It is to meet the longing for the
unambiguous, a clarity of meaning, a search for orientation.
The literary device of narrative storification of the others' lived
lives seems to have a contemporary ring of 'authenticity'. People
open up 'first hand' about their lives and 'confess' to their
trauma. The presently popular genre of autofiction blends
autobiography and fiction.
Ever since the "narrative turn" (Peter Brooks) storification is en
vogue and sells. The craft of narrative fiction or storytelling has
also been seized by PR, medical communication, council spins and
generally narrates corporate 'stories'.<br> <br> In the
age of attention deficits, the failure to actively listen seems
ubiquitous. Distracted and overloaded, one has to relearn to
listen, read and observe again. Forests of books and public
mainstream broadcasters (ABC feeds) consist of 'stories' and no
longer claim to be 'news'.<br> <br> The genre of the
first-person recount is said to easily connect with the
interlocutor's emotions. Data visualisation or pictorial
representation of information aims to 'bring the message
home'.<br> <br> The demand for authenticity in
uncertain times is apparently met by the trustworthy first-person
narrative. It is alluding to an immediate, direct, true and
uncomplicated reciprocal exchange of meaningful
experiences.<br> <br> Communities of experience and
practice can find a social anchor in a 'we'. For the consumer the
stories appear more emotionally engrossing as the narrative appeals
to an ingrained and familiar enculturated pattern of a narrative
arc/structure.<br> <br> There seems to be a difference
if the interlocutor's stories are the literary confessing,
retelling or bearing witness of an individual narration or a
socially curated autofiction.<br> The 'story' of a
representative/member of a First Nation sharing collective
knowledge appears to be on another level of transmission. The
Indigenous cultural capital which is shared comprises the material
and symbolic goods, the knowledge that functions as a social
relation within an economy of practices.<b...
19:02
Construction canary in the coal mine "IndyWatch Feed Sydney"
Rental vacancies: tight but
steady
The latest ABS Arrivals & Departures figures
showed that many Aussies headed overseas during the school holidays
in April 2023, with short-term departures significantly higher than
arrivals.
The overseas arrivals figures will likely now be
steady until the warmer summer months.
Residential rental vacancies remained steady at 1.2
per cent in May according to SQM Research.
Rental vacancies are rising significantly in
Canberra and Hobart, but are generally very tight across the other
six capital cities.
Capital city asking rents increased +0.6 per cent
over the month to be +19.1 per cent higher over the year.
Nationally, asking rents for units (+22.1 per cent)
have outpaced houses (+17.1 per cent).
Asking rents for units in Sydney were up +26 per
cent over the past year.
Overall there was some easing in regional rental
markets, but the capital cities remain very much a landlords
market, reported SQM Research.
Construction sector
wavering
The Australian, Australian Financial
Review, Sky News, and the Daily Mail reported that
one of Australia's largest family-owned developers is teetering on
voluntary administration (an industry giant with a 10-figure
turnover and a reputation for very conservative capital
management...
18:25
Nick Allbrook "IndyWatch Feed Melbourne"
Nick Allbrook. The Workers Club. Melbourne. 7pm. $23.20.
The post Nick Allbrook appeared first on Forte Magazine.
18:20
Do I need cash in Cairns? "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
Hi, about to visit Cairns in 5 days here. Do I need to bring a ton of cash or I'll be just fine with my card. Will also be going on one of those overnight boat rides for the GBR and a trip into the forest, will my card also be good there or I'll have to bring cash. Thanks
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18:17
CHICAGO DIME "IndyWatch Feed Melbourne"
Chicago Dime is a Melbourne based Chicago-Texas fusion blues
band.
The bands love for the blues runs deep, their name taken from a
Buddy Guy lyric: I went to Chicago lookin for a dime and found a
quarter.
Led by Pete Hachel and JR Barling, the bands raw energy and intensity is reminiscent of some of the best blues and improvisational music that Australia has ever offered.
Chicago Dime have the feeling that makes the blues real by involving the audience, dancing on tables, and impromptu band members.
One thing is clear about Chicago Dime; theyre never going to repeat themselves!
The post CHICAGO DIME appeared first on Forte Magazine.
18:03
1) Growing concerns spark calls for evaluation as troop deployment intensifies conflict in Papua "IndyWatch Feed Sydney"
2) Survivors commemorate Bloody Wasior, demand govt
action for justice
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1) Growing concerns spark calls for evaluation as troop deployment intensifies conflict in Papua
News Desk - Armed Conflict In Papua
14 June 2023
Coordinator of the Papua Peace Network, Septer Manufandu delivered conflict resolution ma...
17:08
Going Deep with aya "IndyWatch Feed Sydney.arts"
- :: aya interview on Deep Web
Over the past weekend Sydney was graced by the glitterati of underground, online, and otherwise niche genres for Soft Centre. Hyperdub signee aya is one such artist, with her transcendent production, acerbic wit and frenetic liveshows winning her fans all across the world.
She joined Krishtie and Chuyi on Deep Web last week to chat about early musical memories, the making of im hole and 5-deck blending on YouTube.
Asked about her early musical development, aya recalls being immersed into diverse types of music and technology from a young age:
There was quite a lot of dnb and jungle in my house as a kid I had a pretty varied diet musically growing up I discovered IDM when I was 13 and started wearing big fleeces and big trousers.
aya credits this early exposure to music to her dad, who beyond playing her everything from the aforementioned dnb and jungle to Led Zeppelin, also had an eye for early music software.
The scene I was involved in was the spare bedroom in our house because we had music production software from when I was 7. My dad was an early tech adopter we had Ableton 2.
As she grew up and eventually moved to London from her native Huddersfield, aya first made music under the moniker LOFT. That project spanned a variety of sounds, fro...
15:48
Donald Trump Jr slammed for false trans kids claims on Kyle and Jackie O show "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
The Australian Associated Press (AAP) have called out Donald Trump Jr after he made a series of wrong and incorrect claims about transgender children during an appearance on KIIS FMs Kyle and Jackie O show to promote his upcoming Australian speaking tour. Trump Jr falsely claimed that the overwhelming majority of children who go through ...
The post Donald Trump Jr slammed for false trans kids claims on Kyle and Jackie O show appeared first on QNews.
15:38
NSW Police Force is Brutalising Citizens Without Sufficient Records, Let Alone Accountability "IndyWatch Feed Sydney"
The recent lethal tasering of 95-year-old great-grandmother Clare Nowland, who was holding a steak knife and suffering dementia, has again brought into stark relief the use of excessive force by NSW police: an issue that despite its prevalence, tends to gradually subside...
The post NSW Police Force is Brutalising Citizens Without Sufficient Records, Let Alone Accountability appeared first on Sydney Criminal Lawyers.
15:33
Mulled Wine and other winter warmers at West End Solstice Market on Friday 16th June. "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
Rug up and roll up for the ultimate Winter celebration in West End, with over 120 stall holders, blazing bonfires, bangin local bands, fire twirlers & stilt walkers, gourmet eats, streamy mulled []
The post Mulled Wine and other winter warmers at West End Solstice Market on Friday 16th June. first appeared on Westender.
15:10
Seige in High Vista Park "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
Man, armed with knives, coats himself in petrol. Police at the scene. No further details (as of 3pm). Be safe, Mt Louisa.
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15:03
This duck won Gold Coast Prides dog pageant in shock upset "IndyWatch Feed Seq.art"
A surfing duck in a tutu who charmed the crowd at Gold Coast Pride Festival has won the festivals dog pageant in a landslide in a hilarious upset. Gold Coast Pride Festival returned to sunny Surfers Paradise on June 3, with the annual beach Pride Parade and Fair Day at Macintosh Island Park. As well ...
The post This duck won Gold Coast Prides dog pageant in shock upset appeared first on QNews.
14:01
Three Cairns daylight home invasions in three weeks over the top, fed-up residents should arm up "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
A 12 or 20 gauge coach gun is a perfect deterrent for home invaders From Cairns Post and Cairns News A Whitfield resident has spoken of the moment she ran to her neighbours side as the woman screamed that her home had been invaded by a man with a gun. Candy Willis was preparing food []
13:32
Wildlife spotting "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
Heard today that the best wildlife spotting in the wet tropics is at higher altitudes in the rainforest. If anyone has some knowledge on this topic or knowledge of some good hikes for wildlife spotting please let me know. Can be at night or in the day. Also, any general wildlife spotting information would be great, thanks.
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13:27
13:07
Community award winners crowned "IndyWatch Feed Geelong"
Ocean Grove Rotary hosted its prestigious Community Awards at Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club on June 6.
The nominations for the awards were open during March and April for people who lived or worked in the Southern Bellarine and judging was held during May.
The Team Member of the Year Award winner was Bayden Mellington, who was praised for his high level of service and willingness to assist residents at Ryman Healthcare Ocean Grove where he is the facilities manager. Leah Blackmore from Bellarine Veterinary practice was runner-up and has worked for 32 years as a veterinary nurse.
Volunteer Organisation of the Year Award winner was Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club, which is committed to emergency response and has a supportive and caring culture. Runner-up was Australian Volunteer Coast Guard Association Queenscliff.
Meaghan Vecoli of Ivy Creations, Queenscliff, was the winner in the Apprentice/Trainee of the Year Award. Meaghan is known for her friendly demeanour, willingness to learn and attention to detail.
The Small Business Excellence Award of the Year Coastline Alfresco Pty Ltd, a family business based in Ocean Grove. The business creates outdoor entertaining areas for new and existing buildings. Bellarine Chiropractic owner Scott Springer moved from Tasmania to Ocean Grove and purchased an existing business. He has introduced new concepts and methods into the organisation.
President Peter Cowburn said It is wonderful to be able to support local businesses, volunteers and staff, OG Rotary president Peter Cowburn.
The number of applications was high and they were of a high calibre.
The awards major sponsor was Barwon Heads Community Bendigo Bank. Individual awards were sponsored by: Ryman Health Care, Ocean Grove; Parade Dental Ocean Grove; Barwon Heads IGA; Ocean Grove Business Association; Barwon Heads Pharmacy; Barwon Heads Hotel; DC Roofing; Beach Terrace Cafe Ocean Grove; Chopped and Bobbed Australia; Helloworld Waurn Ponds and Point Lonsdale Guest House.
The post Community award winners crowned appeared first on Ocean Grove Voice.
12:55
Greens deputy leader Dr Mehreen Faruqi launches The Palestine Laboratory "IndyWatch Feed Sydney"
Last week in Sydney, I launched my new book, The Palestine Laboratory, at Gleebooks to a packed, overflowing audience.
The atmosphere was electric with a real appetite for hear about the reality of Israels occupation being a major export business.
I was introduced by Deputy Greens Leader, Senator Dr Mehreen Faruqi, who gave a powerful and insightful speech.
With her permission, Im posting it here because it deserves a wide readership.
Heres a teaser:
Today, it issuch a privilege to launch another masterpiece by Antony Lowenstein The Palestine Laboratory How Israel exports the technology of occupation around the world.
Even just reading out the title sends shivers down my spine. To think that Palestinians are being used as test subjects, as effectively guinea pigs for Israels military weaponry and technology of surveillance, espionage, cyber warfare, phone-hacking, and house demolition gives you a window into the toxic ideology that drives settler-colonisation, oppression, violence and apartheid.
Read the whole thing: The Palestine Laboratory launch
The post Greens deputy leader Dr Mehreen Faruqi launches The Palestine Laboratory appeared first on Antony Loewenstein.
12:37
Rare black cockatoo hatches and fledges in Tweed Valley "IndyWatch Feed Northcoast"
The Northern Rivers is home to the vulnerable south-eastern glossy black cockatoo, also known as glossies, and citizen scientists may prove key to spotting and helping the species survive.
Before the Black Summer fires of 201920 the glossy was already in decline but the fires impacted as much as 50 per cent of the Northern Rivers glossy black-cockatoo habitat.
Glossies are the smallest of Australias Black-Cockatoos and there are brownish-black in colour and their call is quite different from the wailing, melancholic call of the yellow-tailed, Mark Symons from WWF-Australia told The Echo.
12:29
What is the cost of wind and solar? "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
Letter to the Editor Construction Costs Please. Through your paper we would like to ask The Hon Chris Bowen MP Minister for Climate Change and Energy to detail in full the entire cost of construction of: A 2 MW wind turbine and a 2 MW solar farm. Starting with clearing the land, and including the cost []
12:00
What Is a Concerns Notice Under Defamation Laws in New South Wales? "IndyWatch Feed Sydney"
Former Federal Defence Minister, Linda Reynolds, has sent a letter of concern a pre-emptive signal of potentially launching a defamation suit against Environment Minister, Tanya Plibersek in the latest spin-off lawsuit from the high profile criminal prosecution of...
The post What Is a Concerns Notice Under Defamation Laws in New South Wales? appeared first on Sydney Criminal Lawyers.
12:00
Novak Djokovic is larger than tennis "IndyWatch Feed Melbourne"
Despite being ranked as the world's best male tennis player, Novak Djokovic's personality has made him headline news for many other reasons, writes Dr Binoy Kampmark.
THE VICTORY of Novak Djokovic in the latest French Open had the usual mixed reception in Australia. While Australians pretend to like radicals, larrikins and the occasional deviant, the contrary is true. Tight-buttoned, properly behaved and conformist to the point of invisibility, the boringly predictable are always preferred. You can rely on them.
Even in Melbourne, a town where his following is strong (he has won ten Australian Opens), the callback circuit on the local ABC radio station qualified, ignored and even denigrated the Serbs latest achievement. At best, 23 grand slams, making him the most accomplished player in the open era, had to be seen alongside other caveats. He did not, one caller churlishly insisted, do the grand slam in one year, twice!
Another, showing the sort of maturity demanded in some spectators, insisted that a French Open without Rafael Nadal was not a tournament worth seeing. Even the radio host joined in, regretting that it had to be Novak getting his nose in front.
Of the big three who have dominated tennis for almost two decades Roger Federer, Nadal and Djokovic the Serbian has tended to be seen as one playing catch-up; his talent formidable, colossal, yet limping behind the anointed ones. But the views of him as a player have rarely remained technical or specific to his craft. There is always something else about him that irritates and enrages, necessitating his diminishing. He does not play the role of what might be termed the nice person.
Cathal Kelly, writing for The Globe and Mail, wistfully recall...
11:58
Cover girl Miriam Margolyes posed nude in first Vogue shoot "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
British-Australian actress Miriam Margolyes has made her British Vogue cover debut and posed nude at the age of 82 for the magazines Pride edition. Miriam appears on the cover of the July edition of British Vogue that also includes other queer favourites like Ncuti Gatwa and Emma DArcy. In a hilariously candid interview, Miriam Margolyes ...
The post Cover girl Miriam Margolyes posed nude in first Vogue shoot appeared first on QNews.
11:49
Finding beauty to inspire "IndyWatch Feed Goulburn"
By Natasha Fujimoto DRAWN to capturing documentary style, natural moments that seize the essence of beauty in peoples lives and the stories held within, local photographer Nicole Peters is pleased to present her latest exhibition, The Beauty Within a Disaster opening at Milestone Caf in Kialla, on June 17. Picking up the camera seven years []
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11:27
Matildas ready to shine as World Cup favorites "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
The FIFA Womens world cup is just around the corner and as host nations, all eyes will be on Australia and New Zealand.
The Australian Womens football team, known affectionately as the Matildas have an abundance of talent at their disposal, and are one of the favourites to win the tournament.
Matildas players like Sam Kerr and Hayley Raso have gone on to become household names worldwide and will have high expectations for glory come July.
Image: Image credit: Unsplash
Produced By: Gabriel DAngelo
First aired on The Wire, Tuesday, 13 June 2023
The post Matildas ready to shine as World Cup favorites appeared first on 4YOU 98.5FM Capricorn Community Radio.
Matildas ready to shine as World Cup favorites "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
The FIFA Womens world cup is just around the corner and as host nations, all eyes will be on Australia and New Zealand.
The Australian Womens football team, known affectionately as the Matildas have an abundance of talent at their disposal, and are one of the favourites to win the tournament.
Matildas players like Sam Kerr and Hayley Raso have gone on to become household names worldwide and will have high expectations for glory come July.
Image: Image credit: Unsplash
Produced By: Gabriel DAngelo
First aired on The Wire, Tuesday, 13 June 2023
The post Matildas ready to shine as World Cup favorites appeared first on Fraser Coast FM 107.5.
11:19
Commonwealth Bank slapped with $3.55M fine for unlawful email practices "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
The Commonwealth Bank of Australia recently learned a hard lesson about spam laws.
It was hit with a penalty 3.55 million dollars for their unlawful email practices.
This fine may look big on scale however for the profit braking bank this has not dented their wallet.
The bank has reported over five and half billion dollars in profit in the last half yearly quarter, which is up 15percent.
With interests higher than ever before and the cost of living unbearable, is the big bank getting off leniently?
Image: Image credit: Unsplash
Produced By: Moemina Shukur
First aired on The Wire, Tuesday, 13 June 2023
The post Commonwealth Bank slapped with $3.55M fine for unlawful email practices appeared first on 4YOU 98.5FM Capricorn Community Radio.
Commonwealth Bank slapped with $3.55M fine for unlawful email practices "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
The Commonwealth Bank of Australia recently learned a hard lesson about spam laws.
It was hit with a penalty 3.55 million dollars for their unlawful email practices.
This fine may look big on scale however for the profit braking bank this has not dented their wallet.
The bank has reported over five and half billion dollars in profit in the last half yearly quarter, which is up 15percent.
With interests higher than ever before and the cost of living unbearable, is the big bank getting off leniently?
Image: Image credit: Unsplash
Produced By: Moemina Shukur
First aired on The Wire, Tuesday, 13 June 2023
The post Commonwealth Bank slapped with $3.55M fine for unlawful email practices appeared first on Fraser Coast FM 107.5.
11:08
Lifeline overwhelmed: surging demand prompts new call centre expansion "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
Bushfires, pandemic, floods and inflation, crises after crisis has seen a record number of people turn to lifeline for help.
Lifeline now takes four thousand calls and chats a day, sometimes pushing the service beyond its limits.
The helpline has now opened a brand new local call centre at Victoria University, in West Melbourne.
Image: Image credit: Unsplash
Produced By: Loughlin Patrick
First aired on The Wire, Tuesday, 13 June 2023
The post Lifeline overwhelmed: surging demand prompts new call centre expansion appeared first on 4YOU 98.5FM Capricorn Community Radio.
Lifeline overwhelmed: surging demand prompts new call centre expansion "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
Bushfires, pandemic, floods and inflation, crises after crisis has seen a record number of people turn to lifeline for help.
Lifeline now takes four thousand calls and chats a day, sometimes pushing the service beyond its limits.
The helpline has now opened a brand new local call centre at Victoria University, in West Melbourne.
Image: Image credit: Unsplash
Produced By: Loughlin Patrick
First aired on The Wire, Tuesday, 13 June 2023
The post Lifeline overwhelmed: surging demand prompts new call centre expansion appeared first on Fraser Coast FM 107.5.
11:00
Grubbers take giant strides forward "IndyWatch Feed Geelong"
Ocean Grove is starting to take giant strides in its quest to return as a Bellarine Football League power.
While the win-loss ratio stands at 3-7 this season, the past two weeks have shown that Dave Farrells side is on the right track.
While honourable losses are rarely spoken about, the Grubbers 36-point round nine defeat to Modewarre was a sign of things to come.
They then backed it up on Saturday in round 10 to defeat Newcomb away from home by 32 points.
I cant remember ever feeling like I did immediately after the Modewarre game, Farrell said.
I hate losing and we went out there to win, but although the scoreboard didnt reflect it and as silly as it sounds I think we did a bit. Its the clearest the boys have been without the coaches needing to point out where they got us and what we need to be better at for four quarters.
That game will be a great reference point for us moving forward training and this weeks game showed improvements on the back of that.
Ocean Grove never looked like losing against Newcomb and finally hit the scoreboard with a good spread of goalkickers.
The spread was the most pleasing part of the 17 goals we had two defenders and three mids kick goals which reinforces to the players how much of an impact they can have if we spread hard offensively and make sure we are well represented forward of the ball, Farrell said.
Weve talked a lot about, and trained to, our running patterns from the contest (and) this week is the best we have done that. We had good coverage across the ground but representation forward of the ball because they ran so hard.
Josh Horton played his first game back from a hamstring injury and starred with four goals.
Hes a genuine utility, we played him back out of necessity in the early part of the season, Farrell said.
He was top three in last years B&F as a mid and on the weekend he played as a high forward the sort of player youd love three of.
Youngster Jet Kneebone continues to impress and was named best with a starring role in the midfield.
Hes first year out of Under 18s and set the standard for our spread early in the game, Farrell said.
Trent Handreck played the game he has been threatening to. Across halfback (he) flew for his marks and looked to get involved more when we had the ball.
Ocean Groves face a tough assignment this week in Drysdale and Farrell believes his side still has to get better with its consistency.
Consistency is probably the stock response to where we can find our biggest improvement right now, he said.
The whole coaching group have worked hard to make sure there is no doubt in the players minds of how we want them to play and what our best footy looks like so now its just a matter of playing that way for longer periods, but I guess thats what the opposition are looking for too.
Farrel...
10:52
Rising temperatures fuel deadly coral diseases "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
On the wake of World Environment Day, new research released warns that as global temperatures rise deadly coral diseases are spreading and could become a common problem for reefs worldwide by the next century.
The study analysed coral health and disease, linking them to ocean temperature records.
Coral disease has tripled in the past 25 years and could reach higher numbers, if temperatures continue to rise.
Urgent action is needed to address climate change and protect coral reefs.
Image: Image credit: Unsplash
Produced By: Moemina Shukur
Featured In Story: Samantha Burke, lead author of the study and PhD candidate at Monash University.
First aired on The Wire, Tuesday, 13 June 2023
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Rising temperatures fuel deadly coral diseases "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
On the wake of World Environment Day, new research released warns that as global temperatures rise deadly coral diseases are spreading and could become a common problem for reefs worldwide by the next century.
The study analysed coral health and disease, linking them to ocean temperature records.
Coral disease has tripled in the past 25 years and could reach higher numbers, if temperatures continue to rise.
Urgent action is needed to address climate change and protect coral reefs.
Image: Image credit: Unsplash
Produced By: Moemina Shukur
Featured In Story: Samantha Burke, lead author of the study and PhD candidate at Monash University.
First aired on The Wire, Tuesday, 13 June 2023
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10:38
Bilo Rainbow are hosting their second Pride event in Biloela "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
Biloela in Central Queensland will this weekend host their second annual Pride event, a family-friendly afternoon in the park. LGBTQIA+ residents formed local group Bilo Rainbow in early 2022 in the Central Queensland town of Biloela. Its located two hours south of Rockhampton. Last year, the group hosted their first Pride Picnic in the Park ...
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10:29
Discussing the Afghan war with Andrew Quilty "IndyWatch Feed Melbourne"
Photojournalist Andrew Quilty spent years reporting in Afghanistan and published a book about his experiences, August in Kabul. I reviewed it for the Sydney Morning Herald and Melbourne Age in August 2022.
My interview with Quilty, conduced at the Newcastle Writers Festival late March 2023, covers the war itself, the return of the Taliban and the role and responsibility of conflict reporting:
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10:29
10:08
What are Australian Consumers Attitudes Towards Eating Insects? "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
We are seeking Australian adults to participate in a research project investigating factors that predict the willingness to consume insects as food. In this study, you will be asked to report some demographic information and to answer questions about your environmental attitudes, sensitivity to disgust, beliefs about consuming insects, your tendency to try new foods and seek out new experiences, and your willingness to eat insects or food made from insects. If you are an Australian 18 years or older and are interested in participating, please click the link below to complete a 20 minute survey.
https://federation.syd1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2i3fz741INTTzvw
By participating in this study, you will have the opportunity to enter the draw to win one of four e-gift vouchers valued at $25 (AUD). Participation in this draw is not compulsory and is anonymous.
Please also feel free to share this invitation and the online study link with anyone you think might be interested in participating.
This research has been approved by Federation Universitys Human Research Ethics Committee: Approval Number 22-097.
Kind Regards,
The Research Team
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10:03
What Will a Court Consider When Determining Bail in NSW? "IndyWatch Feed Sydney"
The man accused of causing the deaths of several passengers after the bus he was driving overturned in the Hunter Valley last Sunday night has been granted strict conditional bail. 58-year old Brett Button from Maitland in the Hunter Region...
The post What Will a Court Consider When Determining Bail in NSW? appeared first on Sydney Criminal Lawyers.
10:00
Local Lions continue to help youth "IndyWatch Feed Geelong"
Lions Club of Ocean Grove Barwon Heads recently presented a cheque for $6000 to the Bellarine Training and Community Hubs (BTACH) Drop In group.
The funds will be used for the annual three-day September camp, which this year is at Shoreham on Westernport Bay.
Every Friday during each term, young people between the ages of 12 to 18 gather together to have fun and become involved in different group activities.
For Lexie each Friday is a chance to meet up with friends. Charlie enjoys the delicious food provided by Feed Me Bellarine.
Drop In has been operating for more than 20 years. The programs vision is to create friendship networks and along the way build resilience in a very challenging world of social media.
Stephanie looks forward to the end of the school week to relax with friends, while Nath, Maddy and Grace enjoy the various activities both at the centre and in other places.
Youth workers, Mel and Dillon, provide a safe, inclusive and fun environment where the young people can develop social skills and self- confidence.
We are hugely thankful for the ongoing support the Lions Club provide BTACH to deliver our annual camp as part of our youth Drop In program, BTACH manager Chris James said.
This camp provides a fantastic experience for young people from across our community to engage with their peers and other community members in an
environment that many have not had the opportunity to experience in their lives. The Lions Club really do help change lives in a meaningful way.
Lions Club President, Alan Daw, said that one of the primary purposes of the club is to support young people in their education as well as their social development.
Each year the club presents encouragement awards to each primary school in the area. Two Year 6 children from every school receive $100 each and a certificate of encouragement.
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09:17
Meet the cast for Aretha A Love Letter to The Queen of Soul "IndyWatch Feed Seq.art"
In one week, Aretha A Love Letter to The Queen of Soul will be taking the stage at Brisbanes QPAC. In anticipation, we take a look at some of the incredibly talented artists and creatives bringing this concert to life. On June 20th, Brisbanes QPAC will honor the incomparable Aretha Franklin, celebrating her life and ...
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09:14
Gold Coasts Chameleon Bar to close doors after one last party "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
Gold Coast LGBTQIA+ venue Chameleon Lounge Bar and Restaurant has announced it will soon close its doors. The Broadbeach venue took to social media this week to call last drinks and share the sad news it would close for good later this month. Messages flowed from performers and patrons, reacting to the closure and paying ...
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09:00
Chamber turns 170 "IndyWatch Feed Geelong"
The Geelong Chamber of Commerce celebrated its 170 anniversary at The Pier on Thursday June 8. More than 450 people attended the sold out event.
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08:53
00:57
Asking prices down from their highs (except here) "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
Asking price trends
The ABS released figures showing how the
mean or average dwelling price in Australia rose $8,500 in
the March 2023 quarter to $896,000, taking the total value of the
dwelling stock close to $10 trillion.
Overall, though, asking prices are down from their
highs.
Except, that is, in Sydney, which is at record highs, albeit
only just for units...
Source: SQM
Research
...in Brisbane, where supply shortages have seen unit rents up
by +23 per cent over the past year.
Source: SQM
Research
...and also in Perth, where asking prices have also
now finally eclipsed their 2013/14 highs.
Adelaide asking prices are very close to their
highs, but in all other capital cities asking prices are down from
their respective peaks.
...
00:10
Newsletter #859 What's On this Week "IndyWatch Feed Melbourne"
Read Online Newsletter: What's On | 13 - 19 June 2023 What's On Melbourne Newsletter Tuesday 13th June 2023 - Monday 19th June 2023 E periences in the
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22:11
TAPOL's Latest Report - West Papua 2022: Laws, arrests and harassment worsens, despite Jakartas sweet words "IndyWatch Feed Sydney"
TAPOL's Latest Report - West Papua 2022: Laws, arrests and harassment worsens, despite Jakartas sweet words
10 May 2023
21:50
Cynthia the ghost who does not walk "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
Queensland Labor will hand the keys of the Coen Biosecurity Centre on Cape York to local Aborigines on June 30. It will not be replaced elsewhere. From Jim OToole, on assignment in Far North The elusive, indigenous Labor member for Cook, Cynthia Lui of Yam Island in the Torres Strait has been missing in action []
21:45
Crimes against humanity trial begins in NZ "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
Dr. Reiner Fuellmich joins Maria Zeee to announce the groundbreaking news that Crimes Against Humanity trials are scheduled to begin in New Zealand through the truly independent Maori people.https://www.bitchute.com/video/5JlESEzuRDbd/ (Note: All cabal members of this weird wacko pseudo medical cult religion are exempt or faked getting their jab, while we are coerced or forced []
21:16
Those Pretty Wrongs Australian Tour "IndyWatch Feed Sydney.arts"
Jody Stephens is the sole surviving member of iconic early 70s power pop legends BIG STAR, and the only man other than Alex Chilton to play on all three of their peerless original albums. He was also a member of pioneering alt-country supergroup Golden Smog, alongside members of Wilco and the Jayhawks.
Image by Dion Watts
Luther Russell is an acclaimed singer/songwriter and producer (Richmond Fontaine amongst others) who formed his first band as a teenager with Jacob Dylan (before the son of Bob formed the Wallflowers). Luther has made a handful of solo records, having first come to attention as a member of The Freewheelers in the 90s, during which time his songs were described as having the appeal and personality of those by Randy Newman and Harry Nilsson.
Together, Jody Stephens and Luther Russell are THOSE PRETTY WRONGS, who combine the lyrical and soulful harmony and jangle of both Big Star and classic 90s alt-country with the sort of folky, summery feeling that will warm anyone.
...
20:35
Early childhood educators fleeing the sector "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
The early childhood education sector is calling on the Federal Government to increase wages to help stem the exodus of childcare educators from the sector and to help meet the rising demand from families for positions in childcare centres.
Image: Early childhood educators are leaving the sector: Shutterstock
Produced By: Wendy Frew
Featured In Story: President of Australian Childcare Alliance Paul Mondo
First aired on The Wire, Tuesday 13 June 2023
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Early childhood educators fleeing the sector "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
The early childhood education sector is calling on the Federal Government to increase wages to help stem the exodus of childcare educators from the sector and to help meet the rising demand from families for positions in childcare centres.
Image: Early childhood educators are leaving the sector: Shutterstock
Produced By: Wendy Frew
Featured In Story: President of Australian Childcare Alliance Paul Mondo
First aired on The Wire, Tuesday 13 June 2023
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20:31
Three times Italian PM Silvio Berlusconi dies in Milan "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
Former Italian PM Silvio Berlusconi has died at 86. He had had leukemia complicated by a lung condition and a dose of long COVID.
After a career in property development, construction a media TV empire and buying his favourite football team AC Milan, he turned to politics in 1994. He formed the Centre Right Forza Italia party and swept into power in a matter of months.
Dogged by many scandals, he nevertheless held the top job in Italian politics 3 times from 1994 to 2011. After time suspended from office, he bounced back to become a member of parliament at the last election.
Image: Image Shutterstock : Alessia Pierdomenico
Produced By: Roderick Chambers
Featured In Story: Professor Fabrizio Carmignani, Professor of Economics, and Dean (Academic) Griffith Business School
First aired on The Wire, Tuesday 13 June 2023
The post Three times Italian PM Silvio Berlusconi dies in Milan appeared first on 4YOU 98.5FM Capricorn Community Radio.
Three times Italian PM Silvio Berlusconi dies in Milan "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
Former Italian PM Silvio Berlusconi has died at 86. He had had leukemia complicated by a lung condition and a dose of long COVID.
After a career in property development, construction a media TV empire and buying his favourite football team AC Milan, he turned to politics in 1994. He formed the Centre Right Forza Italia party and swept into power in a matter of months.
Dogged by many scandals, he nevertheless held the top job in Italian politics 3 times from 1994 to 2011. After time suspended from office, he bounced back to become a member of parliament at the last election.
Image: Image Shutterstock : Alessia Pierdomenico
Produced By: Roderick Chambers
Featured In Story: Professor Fabrizio Carmignani, Professor of Economics, and Dean (Academic) Griffith Business School
First aired on The Wire, Tuesday 13 June 2023
The post Three times Italian PM Silvio Berlusconi dies in Milan appeared first on Fraser Coast FM 107.5.
19:11
Swimming Pool Safety What You Need to Know "IndyWatch Feed Melbourne"
Installing a new swimming pool in your backyard is a very exciting moment indeed. But before you start inviting everyone for a dip, you need to first make sure that your pool is safe to swim in.
As a responsible pool owner, its essential that you dont cut corners when it comes to pool safety. In Victoria, if you dont adhere to local safety regulations, you could get a fine that can go all the way up to $1,600. More importantly, failing to comply with safety regulations also puts you and your loved ones at a higher risk of getting hurt. Common pool injuries include drowning, slip and falls, poisoning via pool chemicals, and electrical injuries.
From your choice of pool pavers to the chlorine content of your water, there are a lot of things that you need to consider to make sure that your swimming pool and pool area is safe.
In this blog, were going to go over five things that you can do to keep your backyard pool safe.
Work with Reliable Pool Builders
The first thing that you need to do is to find a reliable pool builder. Experienced pool builders will have a comprehensive understanding of all relevant safety regulations in your area. They will make sure that your pool is built according to local government guidelines and acquire all the necessary building permits for you. If youre having trouble choosing the right paver or the right pool pump, a good builder should be able to provide you with sound advice about that as well.
In Victoria, some aspects of your pool will need to be inspected by registered building surveyors or inspectors before they can be approved for use. A reputable builder will be able to help pass any safety inspections that are required by your local council.
Build a Proper Pool Fence
According to the Victorian Building Authority, all swimming pools or spas that are more than 30cm deep must have a safety barrier that is compliant with AS1926.1-1993.If youre building a pool barrier fence, it must meet the following criteria:
- Must be at least 1.2m high
- Have a gap under the fence that does not exceed 100mm
- Horizontals must be at least 0.9m apart if the verticals are between 10mm and 100m
- Verticals must not be further apart than 10mm in all other cases
- If it meets existing fencing, it must be protected to a distance of 1.2m on the outside of the pool fence and 300mm on the inside
For the full criteria, please refer to the pool barrier fact sheet provided by the Victorian Government.
Have Rescue Equipment and a First Aid Kit Readily Available
If you have a swimming pool in your backyard, its important to have rescue equipment like life rings, life hooks, and rescue tubes. Suc...
18:05
UK to pardon lesbian veterans who were fired over sexuality "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
The British Home Office has announce that it will pardon lesbians who were fired under the UKs ban on LGBTQI people serving in the military that was only repealed in 2000. Since 2012 only male veterans have been able to apply to have their convictions for historical consensual sexual offences wiped from their official records. ...
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17:47
1) Unresolved Bloody Wasior haunts Papua as govt fails to bring resolution "IndyWatch Feed Sydney"
2) Conflict in Topo not a tribal war: Meepago
Customary Council calls for restrain and resolution
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1) Unresolved Bloody Wasior haunts Papua as govt fails to bring resolution
News Desk - Bloody Wasior
13 June 2023
Manokwari, Jubi The alleged human rights violations in the 2001 Bloody Wasior in Papuas Wondiboy District, Wondama Bay Regency, remain unresolved.
President Joko Widodo, who was anticipated to address the Bloody Wasior case, did not bring about any resolution.
According to Yan Cristian Warinussy, the director of the Research Institute for the Assessment and Development of Le...
17:37
Indulge in a unique, authentic Texas BBQ experience at Bellarine Estate Winery for Fourth of July "IndyWatch Feed Geelong"
Dust off your stetson and polish your spurs as the beloved Bellarine Estate winery is celebrating July 4th American Independence Day with its authentic Texas BBQ.
Relaunching this winter, the Texas BBQ @ Bellarine Estate is set to be the next big regional Victoria culinary hit, attracting visitors with its low and slow traditional American BBQ fare, cooked up using cherished Kenny family, award-winning recipes. The unique family-focused drawcard taken from owner Lizette Kennys Texan family roots will be dished up with lots of love and a good serving of Texan tradition at the popular, picturesque winery overlooking Corio Bay on the Bellarine Peninsula.
Keep up with the latest food and booze news across the region here.
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17:17
The C Word "IndyWatch Feed Melbourne"
Over the weekend we had the groundbreaking idea to get some people around to help us drink alcohol. I just thought that if Im going to start on a course of possibly unpleasant treatment I need to have some fun first. It was a brilliant plan and we had a good time. The hangover the next day was not so great, particularly because hangovers make me go deep, so there I was, feeling bad about having cancer. Eventually I solved the problem by watching the new season of I Think You Should Leave. As expected, it did not make me laugh, but I had a good time thinking, What is this bullshit?
I have decided that I am not going to attempt to deal with any of this shit by myself. Fuck being alone, I want to be constantly talking to people. On the phone, texting, online, face to face, in two cars that have pulled up cop style in a parking lot, Im not picky, I am not even slightly interested in trying to staunch it out. Im not going to have anything to do for a while, its not like Im doing the medical stuff, they have people for that now, so Im going to need to be kept busy in some way that doesnt involve work, effort or trying. Sure, youll possibly be talking to someone who is on drugs and in a dream state, but imagine all the wacky opinions Ill have. I dont even need to sell this shit, it sells itself.
Ive been having these thoughts about messaging people I havent seen for a while, to let them know I appreciate them. I like the idea. Im not wondering if these thoughts are weird or unconventional, I am in fact overwhelmed by the size of how sensible I am being right now. Im like a being of pure commonsense. I have attained heights of reasonableness hitherto impossible for one such as I. Or maybe I never had cancer before, so being extremely direct with people about how I love them just didnt come up. Ive also had smaller thoughts about letting some champs know that I think theyre a low dog, but now that I radiate pure love in every direction it seems like a bad use of energy.
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17:08
LA outfit Automatic announce Australian headline tour "IndyWatch Feed Melbourne"
Following a wildly successful sold-out tour earlier this year, Automatic is set to captivate audiences once again with their unique blend of moody yet razor-sharp synth-punk. Catch them at The Night Cat on July 19.
Automatic Australian tour
- July 19 The Night Cat, Melbourne, VIC
- July 20 MCA (supporting Yeah Yeah Yeahs), Melbourne, VIC
- July 22 Splendour In The Grass, Byron Bay, NSW
- July 24 Hordern Pavilion (supporting Yeah Yeah Yeahs), Sydney, NSW
- July 26 The Lansdowne, Sydney, NSW
- July 28 Mojos, North Fremantle, WA
Keep up with the latest music news, festivals, interviews and reviews here.
The trio, consisting of Izzy Glaudini on synths and vocals, Halle Saxon on bass and vocals, and Lola Domp, have been making waves in the music scene since the release of their second LP, Excess, on the esteemed Stones Throw label in June 2023. The album, hailed by critics for its motorik beats, icy atmospheres, and danceable energy, has firmly established Automatic as a force to be reckoned with.
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16:57
Independent Artist of the Week: Zion Garcia "IndyWatch Feed Sydney.arts"
- Zion Garcia :: interview with Lill Scott
Hit shuffle on Western Sydney rapper and producer Zion Garcias discography and hes sure to offer up a little something youll love. From warm, silky, jazz-inspired brass sections to high-intensity, hard-hitting hip hop flows, his candid lyricism remains a thread throughout.
Zion isnt an artist you can neatly place into the hip hop genre. Chatting to Lill Scott on Up For It! this week, he rattled off an assorted and glimmering list of influences whose music sits well outside hip hop. Ranging from The Gorillaz, Hiatus Kaiyote, Isaiah Rashad and Michael Jackson, his craft puts a spotlight on groove and vibe first and foremost.
I feel like my process is kinda chasing a feeling as opposed to a sound. I love the feeling of a sound whatever the genre is. I dont force it into hip hop but thats just how it comes out.
Zions latest single MUNCH is a UK Grime-esque track that marks a clear evolution in his self-titled era, wherein hes been able to bring forward his n...
16:41
Xavier Rudds Stoney Creek wins 2023 Environmental Music Prize "IndyWatch Feed Geelong"
Designed to amplify the voices of artists who inspire action for climate and conservation, and support the environmental movement by engaging, energising and activating diverse audiences through music, the global first Environmental Music Prize has been awarded for 2023, going to none other than locally-raised talent Xavier Rudd.
Taking out the $20,000 impact-focused prize, Rudds spellbinding ode-to-nature STONEY CREEK was the winner of the 2023 prize. He has very generously decided to donate the prize money to environmental organisations (to be announced shortly).
Keep up with the latest music news, festivals, interviews and reviews here.
What an honour to be named winner of the ENVIRONMENTAL MUSIC PRIZE. The land and sea and all its magnificent plants and animals have been the biggest inspiration for my music by far since I began writing songs when I was a kid and, so as far as music awards go, this one feels perfect, Rudd explains.
Thanks to all of you who voted for me and to all of the other artists nominated. Big love.
Rudd was sailing up to Cape York with his wife when he wrote Stoney Creek,:
It was under the melaleuca trees that I wrote Stoney Creek as I contemplated life and what was happening in the world. I had been hearing stories about how the forced lockdowns across the world had allowed space for many of the environments natural ecosystems to spring back to life and recover from relentless human traffic. I had been thinking Without nature, without our natural resources, how do we survive?
From Jan Juc to the world stage, Xavier Rudd returns to his roots in Geelong show this weekend
The 22 finalist music videos, revealed on Earth Day, were selected by environmental leaders, music ambassadors and impact partners for their ability to connect us to nature or an environmental issue. A diverse group of Australian artists and music styles were highlig...
16:34
The Weekly Times | TWT | 14 June 23 "IndyWatch Feed Sydney"
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16:30
Housing Stoush on knife edge "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
The Federal government have been working to put forward a $10 billion Housing Australia Future Fund, or HAFF. Just earlier today in parliament, a key concession to the policy proposal was made, with Federal Housing Minister, Julie Collins, offering to guarantee yearly spending in return for Senate crossbench support.
$500 million was guaranteed as a minimum per year to be spent on affordable and social housing all across Australia. However, the Greens continue to be in fierce opposition, with plans to vote against the bill calling the HAFF a gamble.
Image: Image: Shutterstock, Harley Kingston
Produced By: Julia Schmidt
Featured In Story: Michael Fotheringham, Managing Director of the Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute, and
First aired on The Wire, Tuesday 13 June 2023
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Housing Stoush on knife edge "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
The Federal government have been working to put forward a $10 billion Housing Australia Future Fund, or HAFF. Just earlier today in parliament, a key concession to the policy proposal was made, with Federal Housing Minister, Julie Collins, offering to guarantee yearly spending in return for Senate crossbench support.
$500 million was guaranteed as a minimum per year to be spent on affordable and social housing all across Australia. However, the Greens continue to be in fierce opposition, with plans to vote against the bill calling the HAFF a gamble.
Image: Image: Shutterstock, Harley Kingston
Produced By: Julia Schmidt
Featured In Story: Michael Fotheringham, Managing Director of the Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute, and
First aired on The Wire, Tuesday 13 June 2023
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16:30
The Next Dalai Lama? "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
The 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso turns eighty-nine next month. For sixty four years, he has led a non-violent opposition to the illegal annexation of Tibet by the Chinese Peoples Liberation Army in 1959. Since then, he and a faction of other Tibetans who have fled have spiritually led Tibet in exile from Dharamsala in India.
The reincarnation of the Dalai Lama has been a contentious issue as the Chinese government wants to use a new leader to increase its control over the Tibetan people. In contrast, the exiled government wishes to use the new Dalai Lama to continue their peaceful opposition.
As of now, both parties have proclaimed that they will pick their own Dalai Lama, which will create competing heads of a religion.
Image: Image: Shutterstock: Richard Majchrzak
Produced By: Dominic Giles
Featured In Story: Dr. John Powers, Lecturer In Buddhism Studies in Historical and Philosophical Studies from the University of Melbourne
First aired on The Wire, Tuesday 13 June 2023
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The Next Dalai Lama? "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
The 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso turns eighty-nine next month. For sixty four years, he has led a non-violent opposition to the illegal annexation of Tibet by the Chinese Peoples Liberation Army in 1959. Since then, he and a faction of other Tibetans who have fled have spiritually led Tibet in exile from Dharamsala in India.
The reincarnation of the Dalai Lama has been a contentious issue as the Chinese government wants to use a new leader to increase its control over the Tibetan people. In contrast, the exiled government wishes to use the new Dalai Lama to continue their peaceful opposition.
As of now, both parties have proclaimed that they will pick their own Dalai Lama, which will create competing heads of a religion.
Image: Image: Shutterstock: Richard Majchrzak
Produced By: Dominic Giles
Featured In Story: Dr. John Powers, Lecturer In Buddhism Studies in Historical and Philosophical Studies from the University of Melbourne
First aired on The Wire, Tuesday 13 June 2023
The post The Next Dalai Lama? appeared first on Fraser Coast FM 107.5.
16:04
The National Celtic Folk Festival was good craic this long-weekend with singing and dancing in Portarlington "IndyWatch Feed Geelong"
For the 19th time, the small beachside town of Portarlington hosted the National Celtic Folk Festival over the June long weekend. With two full days and two half days of entertainment, the festival provided a lineup of singers, dancers, games, and workshops, to interest near-everyone, from the tiny tots through to those in their golden years.
Graced with a dry weekend (a stark contrast from last year!), those from near and far travelled to Portarlington to make the most of the Celtic Festival. The setting of the family-friendly festival is beautiful, allowing spectators to walk around the grounds while taking in the surrounding picturesque seascape.
Keep up with the latest music news, festivals, interviews and reviews here.
Money is tight for most of us at the moment, but you dont need to buy a ticket to get a taste of the Celtic Festival, with free roving entertainment, a market, childrens craft, and outdoor demonstrations happening around the town. For those with children, there is a playground in the festival area which proved a popular and free way to burn off some energy!
A roving entertainer that drew my attention this weekend was Irishman Mick Gribben, who had market-goers stopped in their tracks to listen to his strong vocal-only rendition of Grace (an Irish song popularised by Jim McCann and The Dubliners).
Similarly, the Geelong RSL Pipes and Drums drew a hefty crowd with traditional tunes and the much-loved Amazing Grace. An advertised schedule of the free entertainment would be a very welcome addition for next years festival, to give spectators the best chance to catch a pop-up set or activity.
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16:00
Ben Roberts-Smith's alleged war crimes: 'Higher-ups' off the hook "IndyWatch Feed Melbourne"
It appears no action is being taken against more senior officers who had the responsibility of command over Ben Roberts-Smith during his alleged war crimes in Afghanistan, writes Belinda Jones.
ON MONDAY, 5 June 2023, the complete 736-page judgement by Justice Anthony Besanko in the Ben Roberts-Smith civil defamation trial was published.
In his damning judgement, Justice Besanko said:
'I do not accept the applicant (Ben Roberts-Smith)and Persons 5, 29, 35 and 38 as honest and reliable witnesses.'
Besanko, in dismissing the civil defamation case instigated by Roberts-Smith, found 'on the balance of probabilities' that journalists Nick McKenzie, Chris Masters and David Wroe had proved the allegations they published against the former SAS soldier, which included complicity in the murder of six civilians.
It's important to note this is not a criminal finding of guilt but a determination on the civil standard of the balance of probabilities.
This...
15:19
SOUNDCHECK: JUNE 12 18 "IndyWatch Feed Sydney.arts"
Soundcheck is made possible thanks to Inner West Council.
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15:07
F****t with a Tony: Director gives rousing acceptance speech "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
Michael Arden snatched up the Tony for Best Direction of a Musical for his Parade revival last night, and left the room stunned in the proccess delivering a powerful speech about reclaiming the slurs used against him. Growing up, I was called the f-word more times than I can count, he said. But now, ...
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14:40
Byron Music Festival Playing Times Are Live "IndyWatch Feed Northcoast"
<p>Its <span style="color: #0000ff;"><a href= "https://www.byronmusicfestival.com.au/" style= "color: #0000ff;">Byron Music Festival</a></span> week and the playing times are live!</p> <p>Really excited to see you all this weekend to celebrate the Northern Rivers iconic and emerging music community.</p> <p>Dont miss out on JK-47, Caravna Sun, Hussy Hicks, Resin Dogs, Mini Skirt, Pasiflorez, Gummy & The Spring Rollers, Like Morris & The Heavy Hitters and heaps heaps more!
Over 30 acts will be performing at the family friendly main event taking place at Dening Park, Byron Bay. No better festival backdrop than that, and the weather is looking ace!
Here are the BMF 2023 playing times.
See you this weekend!
Byron Music Festival 2023 Main Event
Dening Park, Byron Bay, Arakwal Bundjalung
Country
Saturday 17 June, 11am 8:30pm</strong><br>
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14:04
Columnist fired following anti-trans article rant "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
Julie Szego, a columnist for The Age, got the boot over the weekend after speaking out about the publications refusal to run her column on gender-affirming care for youths. Follwoing the initial refusal of the column, Szego took to social media to share that she was publishing the 5000 word piece to her new blog, ...
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13:27
Results from EPA soil testing at the garden "IndyWatch Feed Cvic"
In March this year I took 3 samples of soil from the garden to be tested as part of the EPAs GardenSafe program. I was already doing this for my Newstead home garden, so offered to do it for NCG also. I took samples from 2 of the Diggers beds and the 3rd from under Continue reading Results from EPA soil testing at the garden
12:53
Churchie Emerging Artist winner, Joel Sherwood Spring "IndyWatch Feed Sydney.arts"
Joel Sherwood Spring
The Churchie Emerging non acquisitive Art Prize founded by the Anglican Church Grammar School in Brisbane in 1987 has since sought to identify and profile rising artistic talent. This years winner of the $15,000 prize is Sydney based artist Joel Sherwood Spring. Joel talks to Arts Wednesday about his winning work Diggermode (2022) which is being exhibited now at, no less, the Institute of Modern Art in Brisbane.
Joel has a masters degree in Architecture and is studying for his PhD at the moment. His early interests were not so much in art practice, but in pulling things apart to see how they worked.
Diggermode (2022) is a 23 minute, two-channel atmospheric and chilling video exploring the ongoing conflict between country and colonisation, focusing primarily on extraction and storage. The extraction industries, in particular mining, are questioned and challenged for their relationship to the traditional sovereign owners.
...
12:23
RDO Equipment Co. Pilatus PC-12/47 VH-WPH Pops into Bundaberg Airport - Now with a 7-Bladed Propeller! - Plus More! "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
<p><p>On <b><i>Thursday 11
May</i></b>, the reasonably familiar sight of RDO
Equipment Co. Pilatus PC-12/47 VH-WPH was back in Central
Queensland with the sleek little turboprop visiting Bundaberg
Airport. It flew up from Toowoomba and then returned there
via Archerfield.</p> <div><br></div>
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center;"><br></div> <div>As shown from this
recent photos, VH-WPH has now been fitted with a 7-bladed
propeller. This will reportedly generate less cabin noise and
provide increased performance allowing for operations into shorter
airfields.</div> <div><br></div>
<div>Meanwhile, also on <b><i>Thursday 11
May</i></b>, Brisbane-based Crockett Aviation Group
Beech B200 King Air VH-FAQ visited the Labona Station Airstrip
within Adani Australia's (Bravus Mining & Resources) Carmichael
Coal Mine site from Archerfield only.
Flight One (Services) Beech B200 King Air VH-FON also visited
Labona but from Archerfield via the Sunshine
Coast. </div> <br> <div>FKG Air (Redjet
Aviation) Hawker Beechcraft B200GT VH-FKB departed the Whitsunday
Airport at Shute Harbour for Kidston before then returning to Shute
Harbour and then onwards to Chinchilla Aerodrome and
Toowoomba.</div> <div><br></div>
<div>VH-FKB had flown North on <b><i>Monday 8
May</i></b>.</div>
<div><br></div> <div>Also back in the
region was Dalydine P/L (Pilatus Australia) Pilatus
PC-12/47E VH-PDE which landed at Emerald Airport from Riveren,
Tennant Creek and Caldervale Station before it then departed to
Archerfield. </div> <div><br></div>
<div>VH-PDE had flown out there also via Emerald Airport also
on <b><i>Monday 8 May</i></b>.</div>
<div><br></div> <div>While Aero Logistics /
Bayswater Road Aerial Surveys Cessna 441 VH-LEM looked to complete
some aerial survey operations out of Emerald Airport.</div>
<div><br></div> <di...
12:21
Celtic Festival draws thousands "IndyWatch Feed Geelong"
Portarlington was buzzing over the long weekend with the National Celtic Festival in full swing. Voice photographer Ivan Kemp went along.
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12:08
SCU receives $3.5m grant to improve Indigenous midwifery services "IndyWatch Feed Northcoast"
Imagine being 38 weeks pregnant and having to leave your family and community behind to travel hundreds of kilometres to get the care you and your baby will need for the birth.
Though far from ideal, this is the reality many Aboriginal women in remote communities face when its time to have their babies and its something Southern Cross University and its partner organisations are committed to changing.
Project leads Professor
Gillian Gould and Dr Marilyn Clarke
Southern Cross University has secured a $3.558 million grant from the Department of Health and Aged Care to collaboratively scope and design an innovative program for Birthing on Country with three Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations.
The Indigenous Australians Health Programme Workforce and Maternity Services Grant will include help for Aboriginal mums-to-be to quit smoking.
The project will be led by Professor Gillian Gould and Australias first Aboriginal Obstetrics and Gynaecology specialist, Dr Marilyn Clarke, both from the Universitys Faculty of Health.
Im very excited to be part of this successful research grant, which will allow the Birthing on Country movement in Australia to be further explored and integrated with culturally competent smoking cessation care. said Dr Clarke.
Professor Gould leads iSISTAQUIT, a program for pregnant Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women who are wanting to quit smoking.
We know that Birthing on Country has a very powerful impact on Aboriginal women, and that quitting smoking is one of the most important things they can do for their own health and the health of their babies, said Professor Gould.
Coupling the already successful iSISTAQUIT program with a long-term plan to facilitate safe Birthing on Country will create a holistic pre-natal health plan for Aboriginal women living remotely.
The program has three main objectives: to scope Birthing on Country, to tailor the iSISTAQUIT program to local communities and to boost the number of graduating Aboriginal midwives through an increase in scholarships and opportunities.
Southern Cross University has significant experience in health promotion and health services research, said Professor Mary Spongberg, Southern Cross Universitys Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Academic Capability).
Its great to see University research at the service of better outcomes for Indigenous women and their babies.
Southern Cross University has a highly regarded Midwifery program at its Coffs Harbour and Gold Coast campuses, with the provision of cu...
12:06
YASMIN DE LAINE RELEASES HAUNTING NEW GOTHIC FOLK SINGLE/VIDEO "IndyWatch Feed Sydney.arts"
Melbourne artist Yasmin de Laine is a new name for me but listening to her new single Greensick, and the EP that it comes from, Each Heart Devours The Other, Im impressed by the shadowy blend of folk, country and dreamy gothic pop that pervades her music. The haunting, mystical aura of de Laines songs Continue reading
12:03
Cat curfew survey invitation "IndyWatch Feed Geelong"
The Bellarine community is invited to have their say on a cat curfew review to reduce the impact on native birds and animals.
The City of Greater Geelong Council has created a survey for people to share their thoughts on the current curfew and whether any changes are needed.
Mayor Trent Sullivan said he hoped everyone would participate in the discussion whether they lived in an urban or rural area and whether they owned a cat or not.
The City understands that cats are treasured companions for many people throughout our region, he said.
The rules that outline how cats need to be contained are crucial, similar to the regulations that require dogs to be securely enclosed on their owners property.
The current order requires cats to be confined to their owners property from sunset to sunrise.
Kardinia Ward councillor Bruce Harwood said a key goal of the review was to help create a safe community for cats, native wildlife, and the broader environment.
Along with assisting us protect our native wildlife, a curfew is important in the safety of our beloved pets, he said.
It reduces the chances of a cat getting lost, being struck by a vehicle, fighting with other animals or picking up diseases.
A curfew also helps with neighbourhood relations, avoiding cats spraying, calling, and defecating in gardens.
The cat curfew review forms part of the Citys Domestic Animal Management Plan 2022 to 2025 actions to investigate a 24-hour cat confinement option to address cat behaviour.
The survey is available online at yoursay.geelongaustralia.com.au/catcurfew or as a hard copy from the Citys Customer Service Centre until Sunday, July 16.
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11:57
NSW Maritime calls for boaters to be safe, bar none "IndyWatch Feed Northcoast"
NSW Maritime put the spotlight on the risks of bar crossings and capsizing over the long weekend as part of a statewide safety blitz.
NSW Maritime State Coordinator Damian Logue said the Safety First, Bar None campaign was aimed at educating boaters, targeting coastal bars in NSW including Narooma, Moruya, Crookhaven River, Kianinny, Yamba, South West Rocks, Forster and Swansea.
Across the campaign we engaged in over 1500 vessel safety checks and issued around 200 official cautions, with the top three offences relating to safety equipment, lifejacket use and licencing or registration.
Over the last 12 months almost half of all capsizings on our waterways have occurred at a coastal bar. Around 10 per cent end in a fatality and one in three with serious injuries. We want this to change.
The 47 coastal bars in NSW each have a unique set of risks even when it looks calm, conditions can change quickly depending on the tide and weather.
Large breaking waves and changing conditions can make coastal bars life-threatening to boaters, Mr Logue said.
Before attempting any bar crossing boaters need to equip themselves with the knowledge that could save their life.
Our top tips for safe bar crossings are to check the weather, your vessel, and your safety equipment before leaving shore. Always aim to cross with an incoming tide, and dont try and turn around once you start crossing, take waves head on and try not to hit them at a high speed, Mr Logue said.
We...
11:31
Australian Open director calls for inclusion of trans players "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
Australian Opens Craig Tiley, CEO and director of the organisation, has spoken out about pushing to retain inclusive policies for trans tennis players. Craig Tileys comments come amid a global push to rollback the inclusion of trans athletes in elite sports. When it comes to professional tennis, weve got to be responsive to the international ...
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11:30
Timberline Helicopters (USA) Sikorsky UH-60A Blackhawk N563DJ Pops into Charleville Airport - Plus More! "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
A nice helicopter to be noted passing through Charleville
Airport on Monday 8 May was Timberline
Helicopters (USA) Sikorsky UH-60A Blackhawk N563DJ. It
looked to fly in from Scone in New South Wales and later depart to
Mount Isa where it appears to be staying for the night.
On Tuesday 9 May, N563DJ was due to continue to Darwin in the Northern Territory. It is believed that it will continue to its final destination in Indonesia in the coming days.
Of interest, the refurbished ex-US Army Blackhawk has been operating during the Australian bushfire season out of Scone with locally-based Pay's Helicopters as "Helitak 260". Pay's Helicopters has been in partnership with Idaho-based Timberline Helicopters since 2016. Under the agreement, a refurbished UH-60A Black Hawk has been used extensively in firebombing operations across regional New South Wales.
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On Tuesday 9 May, N563DJ was due to continue to Darwin in the Northern Territory. It is believed that it will continue to its final destination in Indonesia in the coming days.
Of interest, the refurbished ex-US Army Blackhawk has been operating during the Australian bushfire season out of Scone with locally-based Pay's Helicopters as "Helitak 260". Pay's Helicopters has been in partnership with Idaho-based Timberline Helicopters since 2016. Under the agreement, a refurbished UH-60A Black Hawk has been used extensively in firebombing operations across regional New South Wales.
And Avalon Aviation / Executive Helicopters Airbus Helicopters
EC 130 T2 helicopter VH-VNG departed Hamilton Island Airport for
Saint Lawrence, Gladstone and Biggenden Airports. It looks to
have flown into Hamo last Thursday 4 May.
Meanwhile, also on Monday 8 May, Dalydine
P/L (Pilatus Australia) Pilatus PC-12/47E VH-PDE flew up from
Archerfield to Emerald Airport before then departing to Tumbar
Station/Jericho and points further West all the way up to Mount
Isa.
UPDATE! On Thursday 11 May,
VH-PDE flew back into Emerald Airport from Riveren, Tennant Creek
and Caldervale Station before then returning to Archerfield.
While Brescon (Toowoomba) Beech B200 King Air V...
11:24
Celebrating Fiona Stagers OAM for services to literature. "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
There were celebrations at Avid Reader on Monday evening. We all knew something was up, but Kevin and Fiona had managed to keep a tight lid on their reasons for []
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11:05
Natural resources "IndyWatch Feed Cvic"
Sunday afternoon in the Muckleford bush was grey and gloomy, devoid of birds.
As I passed a lone Cherry Ballart beside the track, things changed in an instant. This marvellous species is a magnet for small birds and well worth using as a cue for searching. A mixed party of Superb Fairy-wrens, Brown Thornbills, Buff-rumped Thornbills, a pair of Scarlet Robins, a Grey Shrike-thrush and a Grey Fantail were all quietly foraging around the tree and amongst the foliage.
After some brief googling I came across a nice paper from 2009 on the relationship between bird abundance and habitat features at Clarkesdale Sanctuary (near Linton, south of Ballarat)
Generalised linear modelling showed that total bird abundance was positively related to the cover of planted native vegetation, native low shrubs and young wattles Acacia spp. and to the presence of indigenous Cherry Ballart Exocarpos cupressiformis.
I then recalled a note about Cherry Ballart that I posted in 2019, which includes a link to an article in The Conversation by Gregg Muller well worth a read.
Ill do some more research on this topic, so stay tuned.
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10:32
Declassified Australia talk on Israeli mass surveillance "IndyWatch Feed Sydney.arts"
My recent conversation at the Addi Road Writers Festival in Sydney, Australia about my new book, The Palestine Laboratory, with my Declassified Australia friend, co-founder and co-editor, Peter Cronau.
We discussed surveillance capitalism and Israels leading role in its global proliferation (including in Australia via the Israeli company Cellebrite, a fact explained in a book extract that we published recently at Declassified Australia.)
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10:22
What Conduct Amounts to Dangerous Driving in New South Wales? "IndyWatch Feed Sydney"
Police will allege speeding was a factor in the weekends horror bus crash in the Hunter Valley, which resulted in the deaths of 10 passengers and more than 20 being admitted to hospital. The bus was carrying 36 passengers when...
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09:24
DASHVILLE SKYLINE 2023 1ST LINEUP ANNOUNCED "IndyWatch Feed Sydney.arts"
Our favourite Australian cosmic country music festival, Dashville Skyline, is back for another year in the idyllic surrounds of Wonnarua Country, Hunter Valley, NSW, over the October long weekend, Friday 29th September, Saturday 30th and Sunday 1st October. As usual theyve dropped a superb first batch of acts for the festival, with many more to be added: Continue reading
09:00
Coutas rise to the challenge "IndyWatch Feed Geelong"
Queenscliff breathed new life back into the Bellarine Football league finals race with a win against fellow contender Anglesea on Saturday June 10.
The Coutas are in sixth spot and level on points with Geelong Amateur.
The 11-point win was soured somewhat with teenager Sol Bowtell taken to hospital with a collapsed lung.
With Anglesea and Geelong Amateur both losing, Queenscliff is now well and truly in the race for a finals spot.
Che Durran was best for the Coutas Daniel De Gois kicked four goals and Will Baker three.
For Anglesea, coach Jordan Keras was best while Dylan Pettingill took his seasons goal tally to 38 with a haul of four.
Anglesea remains in fourth spot on the ladder and faces Newcomb this week while Queenscliff takes on the unbeaten Torquay.
Tom Ruggles booted 10 goals in Drysdales 134-point win against rivals Portarlington.
The Hawks booted 26 goals for the afternoon with Jack Hargreaves contributing six and Ben Fennell five.
Stephen Walton was Ports best and Zach Mevissen kicked three goals.
Drysdale has an eight-point gap in third spot and looks destined for the double chance come finals time.
Ocean Grove got back onto the winners list with a 32-point victory against Newcomb.
Youngster Jet Kneebone continued his impressive form with another top game and Josh Horton snagged four goals.
Andrew Steele went back to the forward line and kicked four goals for the Power while Ryan Jackman played well.
Barwon Heads thrashed Geelong Amateur for the second time this season.
The 71-point win was dominated by young gun Ollie Wiltshire, who kicked five goals while Mitch Phelps booted four and Brock Close three to take his seasons haul to 36.
Riley Ferguson was Ammos best and Josh Grabowski kicked three of his sides seven goals.
Torquay continued on its winning way with a 48-point triumph over Modewarre.
The Tigers led by only two points at the long break, but a seven goal to none third term sealed the win.
Chase Loftus was Torquays best while the ever reliable Josh Finch was Moddas best.
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08:02
Driver involved in fatal Hunter bus crash was going too fast, police allege "IndyWatch Feed Northcoast"
The man behind the wheel during Sundays fatal bus crash in the Hunter Valley was going too fast to negotiate the roundabout where the accident occurred, according to police.
Ten people died and an additional 25 required hospital treatment after the bus filled with wedding guests tipped over at the roundabout on Wine Country Drive near the Hunter Expressway off ramp at Greta in the mid morning.
As a 58-year-old man waited to face court this morning charged with 10 counts of dangerous driving occasioning death, Acting Assistant Police Commissioner David Waddell told the media that the accused was driving in a manner that was inconsistent with the conditions.
Obviously his speed was too quick for him to negotiate
that roundabout causing the vehicle to fall onto its left side,
Assistant Commissioner Waddell said.
He said Cessnock Council had set up two community crisis centres to help support the family and friends of those involved in the accident, and that police and other first responders were also receiving support.
Some of our police and other responders were visibly distraught, Assistant Commissioner Waddell said.
It was a very chaotic scene.
Inquiries indicate 36 people were on the bus at the time with 10 passengers declared deceased and 25 passengers transported to hospital via helicopter and road.
Assistant Commissioner Waddell said that, as of Monday night, 12 of the 25 people taken to hospital had now been released.
Of those who remained in hospital, two were in the ICU.
Injuries range from lacerations to serious breaks and fractures, Assistant Commissioner Waddell said.
Ages ranged from people in their 20s to 60s
A large-scale emergency services response was launched in the immediate aftermath of the accident, including officers from Hunter Valley Police District, Police Rescue, Traffic and Highway Patrol, NSW Ambulance paramedics, NSW Fire and Rescue, NSW Rural Fire Service, and various helicopters for hospital transports.
Inquiries indicate 36 people were on the bus at the time with 10 passengers...
07:51
Lack of sewage options leads to development ban in Ballina "IndyWatch Feed Northcoast"
Nearly all property owners in Ballinas boutique Fig Tree Hill estate near Lennox Head have been banned from building second dwellings indefinitely owing to sewage concerns.
Dual occupancy developments are allowed in Ballinas rural zones according to its Local Environment Plan 2012 but council staff say the sewer network at Fig Tree Hill estate is maxed out.
There arent any plans to increase the networks capacity, staff say, because the project is considered too costly.
Staff at last months meeting said their view had always been that it was entirely uneconomic to upgrade the sewer system at Fig Tree Hill.
The estates original sewer design was to provide enough capacity for the existing development, staff said, with no apparent options for future expansion.
Dual occupancy development had subsequently never been allowed in the estate, staff said, adding that the fifty or so lots also failed to meet suitability for on-site sewage systems.
These properties tend to be narrow, steep, relatively small in size, average size less than thousand square meters, and of a soil type not ideally suited to onsite sewage systems, staff said.
No immediate plans to expand Fig Tree Hill, say staff
07:14
Very little of what has been built in in the NSW North Rivers coastal zone appears to have a long habitable lifespan - so it's buyer beware "IndyWatch Feed Northcoast"
What is fascinating about this development application set out in the following article is that the Byron Bay local government area coastal zone generally, including Clifford Street, Suffolk Park, is expected to be impacted by ongoing storm surges, tidal incursion and then permanent sea level inundation beginning sometime between 2027 to 2030 roughly four to seven years from now. With 9-15 Clifford Street being one of the last addresses to be affected in that street.
Most of the sea level rise s...
...00:52
Review: Yazmin Lacey at City Recital Hall "IndyWatch Feed Sydney.arts"
Yazmin Lacey at City Recital Hall 7 June 2023
Review by Joshua Duffy /
Photography by Joe Johnson
Last week, Wednesday June 7, the City Recital Hall in Sydney was graced with the contemporary R&B and soul of UKs Yazmin Lacey. Supporting Yazmin was Melbourne producer IJALE and Sydneys Natalie Slade. This performance celebrated the opening of Switched On: a series of shows that shift the sonic dial towards contemporary approaches to music and lighting. This series is brought to us by City Recital Hall: from now until September 30.
Photography : Joe Johnson
Yazmin Lacey appears on stage as an embodiment of R&B and soul, and with that comes a style of voice that wears its heart on its breath. However, as Yazmin opened with Bad Company the second track off her recent debut release, Voice Notes, behind her nive intrepid blossoming of pure talent, was a band of serious professional playing, and to this I refer to a virtuosity in jazz just as much as a relaxed amusement in approach. I dont want to undermine Yazmins professionalism by any stretch, that just wasnt part of her aura; there was no overreaching past the natural beauty and soul of her lyrical presence to over-colour her words with diminished scales or any of that kind of jazz. Yazmin floated her vocals gently, patiently and powerfully in and amongst what was quite a jazz driven soul-funk accompaniment.
Yazmins artist taglines often include a description of her as a late entry into music, which is somewhat true given her debut EP, Black Moon was only released in 2017. However, when Yazmin played the self-titled track of that EP second last in her set, my ears could have easily placed it on her latest release. Black Moon displayed the mellifluous structure and flow and seamless subtlety of Yazmins artistic approach to her music. Yazmin performed Black Moon second last in her set and experiencing it live was a testament to her delayed prodigiousness. There is a mature embodiment to her vocal ability, and her presence. At the halfwa...
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22:17
Watandar, My Countryman documentary depicts historic relationship between Afghan Cameleers and Indigenous communities "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
Ten years ago, photographer and human rights activist Muzafar Ali met Australian film maker Jolyon Hoff and together they helped start the first refugee-led school in Indonesia. In 2015 Muzafar was resettled in Australia and recently they have completed another feature documentary, Watandar My Countryman.
Former Afghan Refugee and photographer, Muzafar Ali, discovers that Afghans have been an integral part of Australia for over 160 years, he begins to photograph their descendants in a search to define his own new Afghan-Australian identity.
Watandar, My Countryman, is a documentary that touches on some of Australia and the worlds biggest geopolitical stories including; the relationship between colonial, ancient and immigrant Australians, our treatment of refugees, the division between the worlds dominant religions, the success and or lack of success of the international forces in Afghanistan, and the power of individuals to create change.
The Wires Aryana Mohmood spoke to Muzaffir Ali, former refugee from Afghanistan, photographer and human rights activist and Jolyon Hoff, film-maker.
To get the latest screening information, you can go to watandar.com.au.
Image: Image courtesy Muzafar Ali
Produced By: Aryana Mohmood
Featured In Story: Muzaffir Ali, former refugee from Afghanistan, photographer and human rights activist , and Jolyon Hoff, film-maker
First aired on The Wire, Monday 12 June 2023
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Watandar, My Countryman documentary depicts historic relationship between Afghan Cameleers and Indigenous communities "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
Ten years ago, photographer and human rights activist Muzafar Ali met Australian film maker Jolyon Hoff and together they helped start the first refugee-led school in Indonesia. In 2015 Muzafar was resettled in Australia and recently they have completed another feature documentary, Watandar My Countryman.
Former Afghan Refugee and photographer, Muzafar Ali, discovers that Afghans have been an integral part of Australia for over 160 years, he begins to photograph their descendants in a search to define his own new Afghan-Australian identity.
Watandar, My Countryman, is a documentary that touches on some of Australia and the worlds biggest geopolitical stories including; the relationship between colonial, ancient and immigrant Australians, our treatment of refugees, the division between the worlds dominant religions, the success and or lack of success of the international forces in Afghanistan, and the power of individuals to create change.
The Wires Aryana Mohmood spoke to Muzaffir Ali, former refugee from Afghanistan, photographer and human rights activist and Jolyon Hoff, film-maker.
To get the latest screening information, you can go to watandar.com.au.
Image: Image courtesy Muzafar Ali
Produced By: Aryana Mohmood
Featured In Story: Muzaffir Ali, former refugee from Afghanistan, photographer and human rights activist , and Jolyon Hoff, film-maker
First aired on The Wire, Monday 12 June 2023
The post Watandar, My Countryman documentary depicts historic relationship between Afghan Cameleers and Indigenous communities appear...
22:02
Retired Labor Premier McGowan was being managed by Jesuits "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
Letter to the Editor Republished from Jan 27, 2022 Your faithful reader Eskimo Joe objects to published articles, linking the Catholic Jesuits to the FREE masons. Is he serious? He is either a Jesuit himself or a delusional apologist. The old powerful, satan-worshipping families of the collapsed Roman Empire created the Papacy as their []
21:57
What Are The Advantages And Disadvantages Of Pharmacy Uniforms Perth? "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
Pharmacy Uniforms Perth help chemists to gain confidence in
their patients by giving them a stylish
and professional look. They also keep them comfortable during their
work shifts and maintain safety
norms. They are made of high-quality fabric and personalizing to
add an element of professionalism. They are available in different
sizes and washing daily. They are durable and do not crease easily.
They are available at reasonable prices and come with a discount
for first-time customers.
Pharmacy Uniforms Perth
A pharmacy uniforms perth is the perfect way to make your employees look professional and trustworthy. It can also help your customers feel comfortable visiting your pharmacy and trusting you with their health needs. Pharmacy uniforms are designing to be durable and comfortable. They are made from breathable fabrics and are constructing with precise tailoring. This allows them to be worn during long shifts without feeling restrictive. They also allow for easy cleaning and maintenance.
The best way to ensure a quality pharmacy uniform is to work
with a reputable supplier. You can find
many suppliers online, but you should consider their customer
service and reputation. A reputable
provider will have years of experience in designing and producing
medical uniforms. They will also be
familiar with the Australian health sectors requiring
specifications.
Pharmacy scrubs are a style of uniform that worn in the
workplace and at home. They ar
crafting from flexible fabric blends to help pharmacists bend,
squat, and stretch throughout the day.
Improving airflow creating through precise tailoring keeps them
cool and dry, even during busy shifts.
Benefits Of Pharmacy Uniforms Perth
There are many benefits to wearing a uniform. It allows
customers or clients to easily recognize
employees and it can also make people feel more confident in the
staff. It also helps to promote a
company or organization. In addition, it can give a sense of
community and teamwork. For example, if
you work at a school that is known for its high standards,
requiring students to wear the same uniform
can create a sense of unity and pride in the school.
...
21:08
Australia will soon start reducing cattle numbers to reduce methane emissions "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
What about natural swamps and wetlands emitting massive amounts of methane? By Lyndesy Symonds This policing of farmers and pastoralists probably emerged from the Australian high level attendance at the Global Methane Hub in Santiago, Chile. May 2023 https://www.globalmethanehub.org/2023/05/17/major-livestock-producing-countries-commit-to-mitigate-methane-in-agriculture/ As one might expect, these sociopaths are committed to reducing food production and livestock under the []
20:55
Why migrant workers are more likely to be underpaid "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
A new report from the Grattan Institute reveals recent migrants within the past five years are twice as likely to be underpaid than long-term residents with similar skills in the same jobs.
The report also mentions in 2022, between 5% to 16% of employed recent migrants were paid less than the national minimum wage.
From high-class restaurants in hospitality or in heavy labor jobs in agriculture, these migrants may earn less than $10 an hour.
The Wires Toni Pankaluic spoke with Tyler Reysenbach, an Associate at the Grattan Institute to find out more
Produced By: Toni Pankaluic
Featured In Story: Tyler Reysenbach, an Associate at the Grattan Institute
First aired on The Wire, Monday 12 June 2023
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Why migrant workers are more likely to be underpaid "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
A new report from the Grattan Institute reveals recent migrants within the past five years are twice as likely to be underpaid than long-term residents with similar skills in the same jobs.
The report also mentions in 2022, between 5% to 16% of employed recent migrants were paid less than the national minimum wage.
From high-class restaurants in hospitality or in heavy labor jobs in agriculture, these migrants may earn less than $10 an hour.
The Wires Toni Pankaluic spoke with Tyler Reysenbach, an Associate at the Grattan Institute to find out more
Produced By: Toni Pankaluic
Featured In Story: Tyler Reysenbach, an Associate at the Grattan Institute
First aired on The Wire, Monday 12 June 2023
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20:47
The Shape of Dust "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
On January 2018, Hazem Hamouda left his Brisbane home for a family trip to his birthplace of Cairo, where his daughter Lamisse was about to begin a university exchange. Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, Hazem was arrested in a random sweep by authorities, accused of sympathising with a terrorist organisation.
Lamisse abandoned what should have been two years of education in her cultural homeland to step into the public eye and campaign for her fathers release. Mr Hamouda was released after a year of being detained, and this year Hazem alongside his daughter Lamisse have completed a book encapsulating this tragic event.
The memoir is an extraordinarily crafted account of what its like to find your life turned upside down overnight. Its also a nuanced discussion of race, religion, gender and culture in Australia and Egypt, and what its like to live between the two, from two generations of the same family.
The Wires Aryana Mohmood spoke to Lamisse Hamouda, Brisbane-based youth worker and writer, about her book The Shape of Dust and how she came to write this book with her father.
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The book will be published on July 4 2023. You can find this book in all good Dymocks retailers around Australia, and from independent book sellers and it is available for pre-order on Booktopia.
Lamisse and her father will be in Melbourne for the emergers writers festival, speaking at the Wheeler center on Thursday night, June 22, there are still tickets available and you can book on the EWF website. There will also be a book launch in Meanjin at AVID Reader on Sunday July 16 at 2pm, and to book please go to the AVID reader.
Produced By: Aryana Mohmood
Featured In Story: Lamisse Hamouda, Brisbane-based youth worker and writer
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The Shape of Dust "IndyWatch Feed Seq.art"
On January 2018, Hazem Hamouda left his Brisbane home for a family trip to his birthplace of Cairo, where his daughter Lamisse was about to begin a university exchange. Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, Hazem was arrested in a random sweep by authorities, accused of sympathising with a terrorist organisation.
Lamisse abandoned what should have been two years of education in her cultural homeland to step into the public eye and campaign for her fathers release. Mr Hamouda was released after a year of being detained, and this year Hazem alongside his daughter Lamisse have completed a book encapsulating this tragic event.
The memoir is an extraordinarily crafted account of what its like to find your life turned upside down overnight. Its also a nuanced discussion of race, religion, gender and culture in Australia and Egypt, and what its like to live between the two, from two generations of the same family.
The Wires Aryana Mohmood spoke to Lamisse Hamouda, Brisbane-based youth worker and writer, about her book The Shape of Dust and how she came to write this book with her father.
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The book will be published on July 4 2023. You can find this book in all good Dymocks retailers around Australia, and from independent book sellers and it is available for pre-order on Booktopia.
Lamisse and her father will be in Melbourne for the emergers writers festival, speaking at the Wheeler center on Thursday night, June 22, there are still tickets available and you can book on the EWF website. There will also be a book launch in Meanjin at AVID Reader on Sunday July 16 at 2pm, and to book please go to the AVID reader.
Produced By: Aryana Mohmood
Featured In Story: Lamisse Hamouda, Brisbane-based youth worker and writer
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The Shape of Dust "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
On January 2018, Hazem Hamouda left his Brisbane home for a family trip to his birthplace of Cairo, where his daughter Lamisse was about to begin a university exchange. Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, Hazem was arrested in a random sweep by authorities, accused of sympathising with a terrorist organisation.
Lamisse abandoned what should have been two years of education in her cultural homeland to step into the public eye and campaign for her fathers release. Mr Hamouda was released after a year of being detained, and this year Hazem alongside his daughter Lamisse have completed a book encapsulating this tragic event.
The memoir is an extraordinarily crafted account of what its like to find your life turned upside down overnight. Its also a nuanced discussion of race, religion, gender and culture in Australia and Egypt, and what its like to live between the two, from two generations of the same family.
The Wires Aryana Mohmood spoke to Lamisse Hamouda, Brisbane-based youth worker and writer, about her book The Shape of Dust and how she came to write this book with her father.
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The book will be published on July 4 2023. You can find this book in all good Dymocks retailers around Australia, and from independent book sellers and it is available for pre-order on Booktopia.
Lamisse and her father will be in Melbourne for the emergers writers festival, speaking at the Wheeler center on Thursday night, June 22, there are still tickets available and you can book on the EWF website. There will also be a book launch in Meanjin at AVID Reader on Sunday July 16 at 2pm, and to book please go to the AVID reader.
Produced By: Aryana Mohmood
Featured In Story: Lamisse Hamouda, Brisbane-based youth worker and writer
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17:45
Murphy and other Covid perpetrators protected by Jesuits "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
Letter to the Editor After reading all the posts about Brendan Murphy, there are a few points to note. Firstly, nothing will happen to any of them simply because they are protected. This was all planned by the Jesuits, since they were formed by Ignatius Loyola with the intention of destroying Protestantism that was started []
17:34
Papuan churches call on Indonesia's Jokowi to halt military ops in West Papua for Mehrtens safety "IndyWatch Feed Sydney"
Papuan churches call on Indonesia's Jokowi to halt military ops in West Papua for Mehrtens safety
3:45 pm today
Finau Fonua, RNZ Pacific Journalist
The West Papuan Council of Churches says Kiwi hostage
Phillip Mehrtens' life is in danger if negotiations do not take
place with the West Papua Liberation Army (TPNPB).
The Council is calling on Indonesian President Joko
Widodo (Jokowi) to cease military operations in West Papua and seek
dialogue with TPNPB.
Chief moderator Reverend Benny Giay said they are
sending a letter to President Widodo.
Since the kidn...
16:45
Opposing green gang soon buckled under to Covid regime "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
Byron Bay greens soon buckled under to Covid hoax Letter to the Editor Saving a tiny piece of land and some very self centered people of all ideologies and colors screaming: ME, ME, ME will not bring ANY change. Lived for years in the green Byron shire which became a national multi million dollar industry []
16:08
Imperial Hotel sells to Universal group "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
Iconic Sydney gay venue the Imperial Hotel has been bought by the Universal Hotels group, ending speculation about the fate of the venue. The popular Erskineville venue had been up for sale by Sydney Collectives Fraser Short and Australian Hotels Association NSW president Scott Leach. The pair rescued the venue after it closed in 2015, ...
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16:04
Sexual Violence Prevention Sector Calling for Increased Funding Ahead of State Budget "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
Advocates across the Sexual Violence Prevention sector are calling for an increase in funding ahead of the Queensland State Budget set to be released tomorrow.
Queensland sexual violence prevention services havent received a substantial increase in core funding for 27 years. And without the funding necessary to address the recent surge in disclosure rates and service demand, victims of sexual violence are feeling the consequences.
The Wires Mary-Kate Hannagan spoke to Angela Lynch, Executive Officer of the peak body for the Queensland Sexual Assault Network to find out more.
Image: Image courtesy: Kgobo/ Wikipedia
Produced By: Mary-Kate Hannagan
Featured In Story: Angela Lynch, Executive Officer of the peak body for the Queensland Sexual Assault Network
First aired on The Wire, Monday 12 June 2023
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Sexual Violence Prevention Sector Calling for Increased Funding Ahead of State Budget "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
Advocates across the Sexual Violence Prevention sector are calling for an increase in funding ahead of the Queensland State Budget set to be released tomorrow.
Queensland sexual violence prevention services havent received a substantial increase in core funding for 27 years. And without the funding necessary to address the recent surge in disclosure rates and service demand, victims of sexual violence are feeling the consequences.
The Wires Mary-Kate Hannagan spoke to Angela Lynch, Executive Officer of the peak body for the Queensland Sexual Assault Network to find out more.
Image: Image courtesy: Kgobo/ Wikipedia
Produced By: Mary-Kate Hannagan
Featured In Story: Angela Lynch, Executive Officer of the peak body for the Queensland Sexual Assault Network
First aired on The Wire, Monday 12 June 2023
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15:50
Victory for the bigots: Fury as another Drag Storytime cancelled "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
A Victorian councillor has warned of the chilling consequences of cancelling Drag Storytime, as violent threats cancel yet another event before it was even announced. In May, multiple family-friendly queer events were cancelled over safety concerns after violent threats from right-wing opponents. Fringe group protesters have also stormed and disrupted council meetings in Victoria. Last ...
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15:41
Digital ID required before you enter shop to buy food at Aldi "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
How long before Aldi Australia, Woolworths and Coles do the same, with the blessing of the political duopoly of course!
15:04
Aboriginal industry always has been about power and money "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
By Dr David Barton. In 1983, as a nave youth worker and concerned by what I had been reading since the early 1970s about what was happening with Aborigines in Alice Springs, I moved there to see what I could do to help. All told, I spent six years in Central Australia, leaving both depressed []
15:02
No secret that a Ukraine fighter plane shot down Malaysian flight MH 370 "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
Letter to the Editor As a former military pilot with a lot of experience in electronic warfare, I became one of the associates at Abel Danger at its inception. For the record, not all passengers and crew of the MH370 were dead on arrival at BIOT. There were 20 employees of Freescale (formerly Motorola) who []
14:15
Looking to move "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
Hello! My(30f) wife (32f) and I are thinking of moving to Townsville and have a lot of questions. We have been looking at houses to buy and have noticed the market is MUCH cheaper than where we currently live in rural VIC. Can anyone advise as to why this is? We both work in the social work sector (myself in out of home care and my wife is a counselor), it looks like there are plenty of working opportunities in the area, does anyone know what the work culture is like? We also have a 6 month old son and will likely be trying for a second child soon, what is day care availability like there? There is at least a 12 month wait list where we currently live. What sort of schools are in the area? How affordable is the cost of living? What are the beaches like? Are we likely to face a lot of homophobia?
Any other relevant information you think would be beneficial would also be appreciated.
Thanks all!
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13:49
UK Rejects Assanges Appeal Against Extradition, Despite Global Campaign for Freedom "IndyWatch Feed Sydney"
UK High Court Justice Jonathan Swift last Thursday denied Julian Assanges July 2022-lodged final appeal against US extradition, which then UK home secretary Priti Patel had greenlighted the month prior. This has meant the WikiLeaks founder has spent another year in...
The post UK Rejects Assanges Appeal Against Extradition, Despite Global Campaign for Freedom appeared first on Sydney Criminal Lawyers.
13:45
Ex-Wallaby apologises after dropping gay slurs at rugby event "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
Former Wallaby Sam Scott-Young has apologised after making homophobic comments at a Queensland rugby union panel event, in front of a crowd of hundreds. The Queenslander (pictured above, commentating on Fox Sports) played seven Tests for Australias national rugby union team the Wallabies between 1990 and 1992. On June 2, Scott-Young spoke in front of ...
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12:48
Troye Sivan posted a nude to celebrate his new single Rush "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
Troye Sivan has posted a nude on main to celebrate his new single Rush. In the Instagram post for his millions of followers, the gay Aussie pop superstar posted the photo of himself nekkid on his bed, writing I feel the rush. We later found out thats the title and chorus of the lead single ...
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12:23
Link "IndyWatch Feed Northcoast"
11:53
These top queer Aussies just received Kings Birthday Honours "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
The Kings Birthday Honours have been unveiled, with some distinguished queer Australians among the 1,191 people recognised for professional achievements and contributions to local community. Network 10 newsreader Narelda Jacobs received the Medal of the Order of Australia (General Division) for her services to the media and her charity work. The proud Whadjuk Noongar woman ...
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11:36
Brisbane detention protest calls for freedom for Hamid "IndyWatch Feed Sydney"
Around 50 people held a protest at Brisbanes immigration detention centre, BITA (Brisbane Immigration Transit Accommodation), yesterday Sunday 11 June.
The protest called for the release of Hamid, an Iranian refugee brought from Nauru to Australia in February this year.
Hamid had been held on Nauru for over nine years. But, while other refugees and asylum seekers, similarly transferred from Nauru, have been released, usually within a week or two of their transfer, Hamid remains in detention four months later.
Since 2019, Hamid has been cruelly separated from his two adult children when Peter Dutton refused to transfer Hamid to Australia with his children, under the Medevac laws. Despite representation to the Labor government on Hamids behalf, there has been no explanation for the continued separation of the family or Hamids detention.
The Freedom For Hamid rally ended with a powerful Haka by New Zealand immigration detainees video clip available here.
From over 70 people in December last year, there are just 13 refugees left on Nauru, as Labor has progressively transferred them to Australia, yet they are paying the notorious detention company MTC, $420 million for garrison services until September 2025.
For more information contact Ian Rintoul 0417 275 713.
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09:55
Motorcycle workshop recommendations? "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
Can anyone recommend a good motorcycle mechanic to keep an older (around 2000-2005) Japanese bike in good shape? Im not good on the tools so want peace of mind with a reliable workshop. Cheers
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09:41
Raymond (Ray) Adams AM "IndyWatch Feed Geelong"
Dr Raymond (Ray) Adams has been given the Kings Birthday Honours AM for his significant service in education and psychometric testing.
The Fairhaven man has worked in educational research for more than 20 years and was the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) design leader.
Thats really been a highlight, he said.
PISA is incredibly influential in policy settings about education worldwide, and I was the designer of that for the whole world internationally.
Ray has had roles across many organisations, including the Australian Council for Education Research and the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority.
He said he fell into education and psychometric testing many years ago.
I have an interest in education, statistics and mathematics and so its a combination of those two areas, he said.
I got involved in comparing student achievement outcomes across countries, and I found that incredibly interesting.
It was eye opening in the sense of becoming aware of education all around the world and how its a challenge that the whole world faces.
Ray said his favourite part about working in his career often changed, but he liked helping people and felt honoured to receive the Member of the Order (AM) award.
I spend a lot of my time now working with offsiders, typically younger people, helping them contribute in their own way, he said.
I have a fairly severe disability, and it means I need 24-hour care. I can only keep doing what I do because of my wife. It makes me continue to live a satisfying life.
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09:41
Margaret Grigg OAM "IndyWatch Feed Geelong"
Geelongs Dr Margaret Grigg has received an OAM for her close to 40 years of service in the mental health field.
The Forensicare chief executive officer has had many health roles in organisations like Victorias Department of Health, Mind Australia and the World Health Organisation.
I spent 12 months working internationally for the World Health Organisation in early mental health policy, and that it was an amazing time, she said.
A real highlight for me was following the Victorian bushfires (Black Friday 2009). I coordinated Victorias psychosocial response to the bushfires, and that was such an incredible time.
It was an opportunity to really support incredibly traumatised individuals, communities and really make a difference.
Margaret had received the National Emergency Medal in 2012 and said it didnt feel quite real to receive the OAM.
I feel a bit undeserving of it but also privileged, she said.
Ive worked with people whove taught me so much, and I think mental health is an incredibly important conversation for us to have in the community.
I think about the people Ive worked with or known in the context of a long career working in the mental health area, and I can think of many people who are more brave and deserving than me.
Margaret said she was endlessly amazed by peoples courage, and it was necessary to maintain hope in the mental health field.
I have met so many people who have found their way through the most horrendous experiences, she said.
If I could encourage one nurse to come and work in mental health, that would make me super happy.
Its meaningful work where you make real differences in the lives of people.
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09:21
Ian Caldwell OAM "IndyWatch Feed Geelong"
Ask anyone on the Bellarine, or greater Geelong for that matter, who is interested in cricket and chances are they know Ian Caldwell.
The Belmont resident loves the game and its that passion that resulted in him being the recipient of an OAM this week.
A veteran of more than 500 games for his beloved Portarlington Cricket Club, Mr Caldwells presence as a player, administrator and umpire is well known throughout the region.
Mr Caldwell still plays for Geelong Seniors and has been president of the Bellarine Peninsula Cricket Association since 2013.
He is a life member of Portarlington and the BPCA and is Director of the Victorian Country Cricket League Barwon Region.
But despite the decades playing, overseeing and umpiring the sport he loves, its the people along the way that have made it worthwhile.
The opportunity to meet wonderful people and form friendships has been the best part, he said.
When I go down to Port at the beginning of the season and catch up with friends, youre catching up with family. It adds quality to your life.
As a custodian of the game its up to you to do good and leave the status of the game in the same condition if not better.
Mr Caldwell said the nomination came as a total surprise.
I was in a bit of a state of shock, he said.
Its not something that youre expecting. Im the fifth person connected with Port to get a national award.
Other than cricket, Mr Caldwell is currently treasurer of Geelong Friends of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra and has been secretary of the American Civil War Roundtable of Australia for 12 years.
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09:16
Rieny Nieuwenhof OAM "IndyWatch Feed Geelong"
Portarlingtons Rieny Nieuwenhof is a proud owner of an OAM for his service to veterans, their families, and the community.
The Australian Army veteran did a tour in Vietnam in 1971 and understands the need to look after the men and women who have served.
I know the difficulties that veterans have gone through since the time they were in Vietnam and then of course afterwards, he said.
That experience of Vietnam has, for many veterans, left a very deep and traumatic marking on their consciousness.
Theyve not only suffered physical problems, but they also have major psychological issues as well as a result of their experience in the war zone.
Rieny said that receiving the Kings Birthday Honours OAM award for helping veterans was very special.
Its a great honour to be recognised for the work that Ive been doing, he said.
I didnt expect that would happen at all. I suppose like many recipients of these awards, you do it because you want to, and you do it on a volunteer basis.
Rieny said he joined the Vietnam Veterans Association of Australia Geelong and District Sub Branch after finishing his professional teaching career and has been the president there since 2013.
My main work has been the welfare of veterans and their families helping them in various ways, particularly in the welfare and social area, he said.
Veterans, whether theyre Vietnam Veterans or any other veterans, have served their country and done a fantastic job putting their lives on the line if necessary.
They need to be acknowledged, recognised, and people need to appreciate what theyve gone through.
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08:31
best places for hair? "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
wavy hair, i want a well layed youthful and rough kinda hairstyle. need good companies to go to.
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08:24
10 dead in Greta bus crash "IndyWatch Feed Northcoast"
UPDATE: JUNE 12 9:15AM
Police are still working to identify the crash victims and contact their next of kin.
Family and friends of a person who may have been on board the bus are urged to contact Cessnock Police Station on 02 4991 0199.
Witnesses or anyone with information relevant to the circumstances surrounding the crash are urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 to keep the line to Cessnock Police Station clear for concerned family members.
Senior NSW police will address the media later this morning after 10 people died and multiple others were injured in a bus crash at Greta, in the states Hunter region overnight.
Emergency services remain at the scene of a fatal bus crash, where multiple people have died, and more than 10 others were injured in the states Hunter region overnight.
Just after 11.30pm last night, Sunday, 11 June 2023, emergency services were called to the roundabout on Wine Country Drive near the Hunter Expressway off ramp at Greta, after reports a coach had rolled.
Large-scale emergency response
A large-scale emergency response commenced involving officers from Hunter Valley Police District, Police Rescue, Traffic and Highway Patrol, NSW Ambulance paramedics, NSW Fire and Rescue, NSW Rural Fire Service, and various helicopters for hospital transports.
Initial inquiries indicate 10 people have died. Eleven people were transported to hospital via helicopter and road, and 18 passengers are uninjured.
The driver of the bus a 58-year-old man was taken to hospital under police guard for mandatory testing and assessment.
A crime scene has been established, which will be examined by specialist forensic police and the Crash Investigation Unit.
An investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash has commenced.
It is anticipated that road closures and diversions will be protracted, please check www.livetraffic.com prior to travelling.
Further information will be provided when it becomes available.
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06:54
Celebrating the creativity of Byron High students "IndyWatch Feed Northcoast"
To celebrate the creative and artistic talents of students, Byron Bay High School is holding its annual Winter Arts Festival (WAF) showcase evening this week.
The evening will begin in the Performing Arts Centre with a performance of the Year 10 self-devised play, A Friend Indeed. The play, although developed for Year 6 audiences, is relevant to all ages and explores themes of friendship, loyalty and how to make the right decisions.
A pop-up exhibition of student artwork across all years will be on display in the office block, featuring colourful, vibrant paintings, prints and sculpture as well as examples of student projects from Year 10 Woodwork and Metalwork courses.
A feast of treats
From 5pm Year 12 students will offer a feast of savoury and sweet treats including hot soup, sushi, sausage sandwiches, cakes, coffee, tea and hot chocolate with marshmallows for purchase.
At 6pm the showcase begins in the John Collins Auditorium, featuring student bands, vocalists, short films and theatrical vignettes, as well as the 100 student-strong, massed Year 7 choir.
Warming up the students
Luca Grieg, a Year 12 student, SRC representative and our in-house master o...
Sunday, 11 June
23:00
Bike stolen, filed police report. What now? "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
My bike was stolen by some junkies on Saturday just outside Cairns shopping centre, I've filed a report but the bike is very generic looking, is there anyway I can personally see the security videos from the time at the shopping centre???
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19:55
Has anyone seen frilled-neck lizards around? "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
Hey, everyone. I posted the same question to the Darwin sub a couple weeks back - but since frillies are technically within the northern Queensland range as well, figured Id ask now that Im in Cairns. Had anyone seen any frillies lately? Not necessarily in the city, obviously.
(Bonus ask how about cassowaries?)
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18:18
Holiday Help "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
Hey Everyone. My Wife, 2 year old and I will be coming on Holiday to Cairns later this year from VIC. We are only there 4 days. Will we need a car or taxis, public transport from airport and getting around etc easy enough without. Just hoping to hear from locals or people who have been on holiday in this situation. We are staying at the Cairns Colonial Club if that helps with opinions.
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15:15
Open Skies BBQ North Byron Hotel Saturday 17 June "IndyWatch Feed Northcoast"
<p>Let the group chat know were firing up the barbie Saturday 17th June at our Open Skies Barbeque. Our mates Stone & Wood will be bringing along plenty of icy cold Stone Beer while Cromwell Farms, Suncoast Fresh and Oakey Beef Reserve have the eats sorted with tasty produce for Chef Jack Edwards to whip up on the BBQ.
Its not a party without beats so weve got Ben Whiting on the mic from 1:30-4:30pm and DJ Will Connell from 5-9pm.</p> <p>Catch ya there!</p> <p><strong><span style="color: #0000ff;"><a href= "https://northbyronhotel.com.au/whats-on/" style= "color: #0000ff;">Open Skies BBQ</a></span></strong><br> <strong><span style="color: #0000ff;"><a href= "https://northbyronhotel.com.au/" style="color: #0000ff;">North Byron Hotel</a></span></strong><br> <strong>Saturday 17 June</strong></p> <p>The post <a href= "https://www.byronbayblog.com.au/open-skies-bbq-north-byron-hotel-saturday-17-june-12292" rel="nofollow">Open Skies BBQ North Byron Hotel Saturday 17 June</a> appeared first on <a href= "https://www.byronbayblog.com.au" rel="nofollow">Byron Bay Blog</a>.</p>
14:24
Food Court cairns central "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
How does everyone feel about hungry jacks being replaced at cairns central? I get they need new food places and stuff but the hungry jacks there was good. And is the new place good?
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12:00
Heres a list of cafes in the Geelong region open on the Kings Birthday public holiday to get your daily caffeine fix "IndyWatch Feed Geelong"
A good coffee is more than just a necessary morning routine its an art. An art that has evolved over time to become one of mans most beloved rituals, and there are some damn fine coffee shops around the region renowned for producing some of the best coffee in the world. A good morning coffee is an experience that really shouldnt be interrupted, whether its a public holiday or not.
Heres a list of some of the best places where you can get your fix on the Kings Birthday public holiday on Monday this week.
Brother Lawrence
Alongside the dense, chewy hoops (bagels) at Brother Lawrence, the cafe also boasts a quaint but vibrant breakfast and lunch menu inspired by fresh and local produce while youll also find a cabinet stocked with focaccias, freshly squeezed juices, sparkling drinks, hot drinks, assorted tea from Love Tea and coffee by Ona, brewed and served to perfection. Plus there are hot cross bagels.
Open from 9am-2pm.
Where: 11 Rutland Street, Newtown.
Sweet Adeline Cafe
Whether youre keen to hit the walking track or just stock up on some sweets, Sweet Adeline Cafe is the pop-up you need to swing by.
Theyll be open from 8am.
Where: 1/560 Latrobe Blvd, Newtown
Vid Bar Highton
This gem is all about delivering the sweet, sweet overseas culinary classics, headlined by a range of authentic tasty bite-sized Greek doughnuts (aka loukoumades aka pieces of heaven). For the public holiday, theyll be open from 11am to 10pm.
Where: 4/1-3 Belle Vue Ave, Highton
The Grove Coffee Co
Renowned for its great quality coffee, simple but quality-driven food, and an ethos of friendly, light-hearted service driven by a want to please, this little gem is also open.
Where: 2/85 The Terrace, Ocean Grove
Winters Cafe
Located at the river end of Pako, Winters has become a mainstay in the Geelong brekky scene. Their menu comes equipped with a local, seasonal focus meaning youre always going to get the best locally sourced ingredients Geelong has to offer.
Theyll be open from 9am-2pm.
Where: 330 Pakington St, Newtown.
Geelong West Social Club
You know when you find yourself in a bit of a hurry, dont want to spend a heap of money, but want some good tasty food and smooth hot coffee, where do you go? The Geelong West Social Club, thats where especially with their delicious array of bagels.
The G.W.S.C team are open 8am-1pm.
Where: 1b Yuille Street, Geelong West
Brown Deli
Tucked away on Geelongs Waterfront, Brown Deli is the new pint-sized cafe to draw in the locals with its Korean-inspired bagels, toasties, coffees and good vibes throughout the week...
10:59
Sleep & Flooding Residual impacts in flood affected areas. "IndyWatch Feed Seq"
If you lived in a postcode affected by flooding in 2022/23 (even if your property was not inundated), you are invited to complete a 20-minute questionnaire about your sleep and []
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08:29
Pastor Bronwyn Bonnell known as Bron, ACC Regional Leader and Co-Pastor of ACC church The Chapel in Tamworth, NSW, Australia likes rolling in bed with Pastor Stephen Lott known as Lottie head pastor of Lifehouse Church Coffs Harbour and friend of Pastor Brian Houston of Hillsong. "IndyWatch Feed Northcoast"
07:05
Gunfire just now!?! 5-6 shots, 7am, sounded like a car speeding away also? Anybody else hear that? "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
As title suggests. Sounded like 'pop....pop....POP...pop pop pop..... vvvrrrroooooom. May have been 2 diff calibres? Echoed across town pretty loudly since it's so peaceful and quiet at 7am on a Sunday. Anybody know what went down??
Location hard to ascertain; I'm up whitfield/brinsmead way and it sounded like maybe manunda/city direction? Definitely wasn't a car backfiring anyway. Oh shit and there's one more for finality as I edit this!
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00:46
Getting Dangerous Geriatrics Off The Road? "IndyWatch Feed Capricornia"
What is a fair way, to discern, getting old people off the road, that are no longer fit to safely operate a vehicle?
I ride a motorbike, and I am sick to shit with dealing with a 'once a day /once a ride' near miss with old people /seniors, that don't even seem to realise they've just A) Cut into my lane, B) Pulled out at a T intersection me nearly T-Boning them, then waved me off like nothing (Mount Sheridan) C) Terrifyingly Vacant In Car Parks D) Pulled out of a car park without checking for oncoming traffic E) Looking for a park in town, without indicating, then cutting from left lane to centre park F) Doing 20km/h under literally everywhere, then speeding on residential streets.
Had enough.
Fuck ya'll old bitches!
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