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Go To Essaouira City In Morocco

noreply@blogger.com (melbourne blog) — Mon, 19 Apr 2021 11:22:00 +0000

The ancient Mogador (from the Phoenician "Mecdul", meaning a small castle) located on the Moroccan Atlantic coast, is a unique place, without a doubt. Essaouira, a small harbor that swings in the winds, has preserved its rare authenticity.

How beautiful it is for a person to lose his way, to discover or rediscover the charm of its ancient city, which has been registered within the UNESCO World Heritage. Its traditional sports, craftsmanship, pedestrian alleys and colorful shops make Essaouira a city of sure charm, and staying in the heart of its walls is a solid memory.

Being a global city, Essaouira has become an essential meeting place for many cultural events, especially the Gnaoua Festival and World Music, which sheds light on its deep-rooted culture. Gnaoua music, which has many virtues, originally came with slaves brought from sub-Saharan Africa to the Essaouira region in the sixteenth century. This festival is an opportunity to discover or rediscover places such as Moulay El Hassan Square, Bab Marrakesh Tower, Dar Souiri and Zawia Sayedna Bilal. We can say that there is many things to do in Essaouira.

However, the ancient city of Mogador is especially the city of artists, as it has always attracted, thanks to its special atmosphere, famous international musicians, such as Jimmy Hendrix, in which he is said to have composed his song "Castle Made of Sand".

The city of Essaouira is located on the Atlantic coast of Morocco, 350 km from Casablanca, 175 km from Marrakesh, and 190 km from Agadir.

Its airport is located 18 km from the city, and flights are operated by Royal Air Maroc only.

Port Adelaide and Gold Coast Suns to play home-and-away match in China in mid-May and other top stories.

noreply@blogger.com (melbourne blog) — Tue, 08 Nov 2016 09:00:00 +0000

Port Adelaide and Gold Coast Suns to play home-and-away match in China in mid-May
Gold Coast and Port Adelaide will square off in Shanghai on May 14 next year in the first AFL match for premiership points to take place in China.The Power have been the driving force behind the venture, which will take be played in round eight, with both teams going into their bye rounds the week after. Port Adelaide and the Gold Coast Suns will meet next year in an unlikely AFL clash in Shanghai. Photo: Getty Images The match will be held at Jiangwan Stadium, the same venue that hosted..
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It's not the farce of Danny Green and Anthony Mundine Mk II we should be worried about

In the words of Billy Birmingham, "I am sorry, I am going to have to go with me, on this one."For on the subject of boxing, I have already made clear that my views are in accord with a growing number of people around the world, who understand now what we didn't actually grasp when we first got gripped by professional pugilism, back in its halcyon days. It doesn't just do damage to the unlucky few, it damages everyone who participates. No exceptions. It makes their brain bleed, and hurts it in a..
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Melbourne Victory coach Kevin Muscat cited for breach of FFA code of conduct after criticising referee

Melbourne Victory boss Kevin Muscat is the latest A-League coach to find himself in hot water with the game's governing body after he unleashed a spray of critical comments at referee Shaun Evans after Victory crashed out of the FFA Cup in a semi-final against Melbourne City on Tuesday night.Muscat accused Evans of "insulting people's intelligence" after he allowed a goal by City midfielder Luke Brattan to stand. Victory coach Kevin Muscat exchanges words with City star Tim Cahill after th..
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Michael Cheika says he's not cheapening Wallabies jersey by picking Marika Koroibete

Michael Cheika has hit back at suggestions he is devaluing the Wallabies jersey by including Marika Koroibete in Australia's spring tour squad on the same day he announced Waratahs youngsters Andrew Kellaway and Jack Dempsey as development players for the tour. Koroibete, the former Melbourne Storm winger, had been floated as a possible spring tour bolter since he spilled the beans last month that Cheika had promised him a spot on the plane to Europe. More Sport Videos Previous s..
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Gold Coast captain and ex-Cat Gary Ablett requested a trade back to Geelong

Gold Coast captain Gary Ablett tried to leave the club at the end of the 2016 season, asking the Suns to trade him back to Geelong.The potential trade period bombshell and the prospect of yet another star walking out of the Gold Coast was averted when Suns football bosses refused to entertain the Ablett request. More Sport Videos Previous slide Next slide AFL trade period 2016: The trades that matter Stevie J lured Deledio to Giants Michael Barlow op..
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Maxwell's first-class snub from Victoria

Allrounder Glenn Maxwell has been consigned to carrying the drinks for Victoria in their Sheffield Shield opener against Tasmania at the MCG. Maxwell was named 12th man for the day-night match, overlooked as the Bushrangers opted for just one slow-bowling option in left-armer Jon Holland, while Dan Christian was a late call-up to replace fellow seam-bowling allrounder Marcus Stoinis in the Victorian XI. But Victoria coach Andrew McDonald said the surprise omission was simply a matter of team ba..
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Joe Burns puts heat on Shaun Marsh with pressure century against Blues in Brisbane

The scapegoats ride again. After being dumped from the Australian side for the final Test in Sri Lanka, Queensland opener Joe Burns has pressed his case in the strongest fashion with a high-pressure century against a stacked NSW side at the Gabba.Burns and Usman Khawaja, who said they were made fall guys for the poor returns of the Australian team in Sri Lanka, underlined their hopes for the opening Test against South Africa in Perth with strong performances in the pink ball Shield match in Bri..
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Four Nations 2016: Lachlan Coote tips Scotland to give it their all against Kangaroos

Scotland's modestly-paid rugby league players have been warned they face a significant fine for a unique offence during the coming month. "It's 50 pounds if you wear something under your kilt," fullback Lachlan Coote ... er ... reveals.The Bravehearts will be world sport's biggest underdogs - for this weekend at least – when they open their Four Nations campaign against a multi-million-dollar Australian side at Hull's Craven Park. "I'll be happy if all the boys give 100 per cent ..
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Ange Postecoglou challenges Jamie Maclaren to regain Socceroos spot

Socceroos coach Ange Postecoglou challenged promising striker Jamie Maclaren to repeat his record goalscoring feats of last season to regain selection to the national team.Despite admitting concerns for depth in some key forward positions, Postecoglou resisted the urge to include last year's top-scoring Australian player in the A-League in his expanded 30-man preliminary squad for the World Cup qualifier against Thailand next month in Bangkok. Point to prove: Jamie Maclaren must fight aga..
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Howard, Lehmann defend team culture

Cricket Australia's head of high performance Pat Howard has joined coach Darren Lehmann in defending the culture and structure of the Australian team after criticism from former skipper, Michael Clarke. Clarke's recently-released autobiography continues to dominate the headlines in the lead up to the international summer with both Lehmann and Howard in his sights for their role in the side during his time as captain. Quick Single: Honest Clarke admits to captaincy failings Clarke claims he "was..
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Man charged with online grooming in Albury .	Phillip Hughes inquest has opened up painful wounds at the very heart of cricket .

Two of Wagga's best cricketers in Joel Robinson and Brayden ... and other top stories.

noreply@blogger.com (melbourne blog) — Fri, 04 Nov 2016 11:27:00 +0000

Two of Wagga's best cricketers in Joel Robinson and Brayden ...

Tallangatta fielded two of Wagga’s top players in the opening round. Tallangatta fielded two of Wagga’s top players in the opening round.Riverina captain Joel Robinson and rising teenager Brayden Ambler opened the batting in the Bushies’ two T20 matches.“Our competition doesn’t start until November five due to the wet weather, so I was speaking to Bally (Tallangatta co-coach Trent Ball) about a few early games,” Robinson said.Robinson played two seasons in the Border’s Charity Big..
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On track for new train to aid load

Fewer buses are expected to replace North East V/Line rail services with another train tipped to be ready in March AN extra V/Line train to service the North East is expected to be ready by March.Victorian Public Transport Minister Jacinta Allan and Northern Victoria Labor MLC Jaclyn Symes on Monday toured a workshop in Melbourne where the train is being set-up.They saw carriages being refurbished with new upholstery, carpet and paintwork.Under the Victorian Government’s Albury li..
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Trains' impact on the region

BUSINESS operators across all industries in the North East and Albury will be engaged through a survey in a plight to make rail services better in the region.
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Four womens teams into final

Shellharbour under 12s and Albion Park under 18s continued their outstanding season and were among four womens Football South Coast team to make Sunday’s final of the NSW Champion of Champions tournament. Shellharbour under 12s and Albion Park under 18s continued their outstanding season and are among four womens Football South Coast teams to make Sunday’s final of the NSW Champion of Champions tournament.Shellharbour under 12s beat Gladesville Sharks 3-0 in their semi-final last ..
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Farming disaster 'a matter of dam timing'

FLOODED farmers along the Murray River have accused the national water management authority of making a natural disaster worse by delaying releases from the giant Hume Dam upstream of Albury-Wodonga, despite warnings of a looming deluge, The Australian reports.Richard Sargood, chairman of the Murray River Action Group, said the Murray-Darling Basin Authority promised farmers downstream of the Hume Dam at an August 18 meeting that it would soon start gradual water releases from the vast dam on..
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Feeling the pinch, gay Oxford St retailer forced to close his doors

“When the Albury closed it was the beginning of the end,” he sighs. “So many of the places which held such fond memories for the gay community are no more ...
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Hunter Breakfast | October 17

Your morning news snapshot from around the region, Australia and beyond. Morning Shot: @saidpeter/InstagramWeather: Showers in Newcastle, Raymond Terrace, Nelson Bay (all 22 degrees), Wallsend (23 degrees) and Toronto (24 degrees).Beachwatch: We’ll see a fair bit of cloud, there’s the chance of a few showers and there’s a gale warning in place so it’s not looking all that inviting for the beach. The wind will be north to north-west before heading to the west later while the swell ..
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Rise & Shine | Monday, October 17, 2016

ALBURY: A District Court judge has sharply rebuked vandals who attacked the car of a man caught with child abuse photographs. Chris Hoy, SC, said there ...
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Bali lovers hold hands in prison hell

Kerobokan transfer0:37Sara Connor enters the prosecutor's office during her transfer to Kerobokan Jail today. Sara Connor pictured today during transfer proceedings to Kerobkan Jail. Picture: Lukman S. BintoroCindy WocknerNews Corp Australia NetworkAUSTRALIAN woman Sara Connor has today told the prosecutors who will take her to court in relation to the death of a Bali police officer: “I am not guilty”.The 45-year-old Byron Bay woman was nervous as she was questioned briefly by prosecutors abou..
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Australia to have role in battle for Mosul

Australia to have role in battle for Mosul
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Balance key to health .	Aussie mum to face murder charges .
Australia likely to see a rise in cyclone activity after record low season: BoM .	Driverless bus a weirdly normal experience .

Albury students launch their own music streaming website, Defani One and other top stories.

noreply@blogger.com (melbourne blog) — Mon, 31 Oct 2016 12:50:00 +0000

Albury students launch their own music streaming website, Defani One
Albury students launch their own music streaming website, Defani One Posted October 25, 2016 12:39:11 Most teenagers have an after-school job, but how many can say they have an after-school business?Finlay Campbell and Thomas Summerfield, both 14, have created and launched a music streaming website called Defani One. Similar to Spotify and Soundcloud, the website allows users to upload and share their original music or audio files, and interact. Finlay said it took th..
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Therese Kerr, Charlotte Carr, Helen Padarin, Alice Nicholls and Dr ...

An Albury seminar and expo will shine the light on holistic health HEALTHY APPROACH: Therese Kerr will speak about reducing the chemical burden around the home and suggest alternatives in Albury on Sunday.THE role of a healthy gut in health and wellbeing will come to light in Albury.A integrative healthcare seminar and expo, Mindd Talks Albury will explore the link between gut and mind health on Sunday.With ADHD affecting 10 per cent of Australian children, allergies 30 per cent, ..
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Do the right thing or you'll be paying price

The Albury Recycling Centre will open on November 3, bringing a stream-lined recycling process to residents Do the right thing or you’ll be paying price exitReducing general landfill waste by 12,000 tonnes is a goal of the new recycling centre opening at Albury’s tip.Cr Henk van de Ven walks us through the new recycling centre at Albury, opening November 3The $2.4 million project will officially open its doors to residents on November 3 and will capture mate..
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Albury artist Stephanie Jakovac opens home and exhibition to the ...

Artist Stephanie Jakovac will open her studio and home to the public across two weekends, showcasing the largest exhibition of her work yet. HOMELY GALLERY: Albury artist Stephanie Jakovac is opening her studio and home to the public on the weekends of October 29 and November 5 to showcase the largest exhibition yet of her work. Pictures: JAMES WILTSHIREWalking into Stephanie Jakovac’s house, you could mistake it for a gallery – and that’s the whole point.The Albury artist will op..
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BJR confirms impending Bright exit

BJR confirms impending Bright exit Jason Bright Brad Jones Racing has confirmed that Jason Bright will leave the team at the end of the current season. Although not yet announced, Speedcafe.com understands that Bright will be replaced in the #8 Holden by Nick Percat. The 28-year-old Percat will switch to BJR from Lucas Dumbrell Motorsport, where he has spent the last two seasons. Bright, 43, has raced at BJR since 2010, taking the team’s first Supercars race win at Barbagallo the following s..
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'Hostile' attitude to solar funding

The Victorian government has been called on to introduce an official community energy target TEAM SOLAR: TRY's Matt Grogan, Ben McGowan and Denis Ginnivan at the solar-powered Yackandandah Public Hall. Picture: MARK JESSERThe Victorian government has been called on to introduce an official community energy target, on the back of strong individual projects around the state.Totally Renewable Yackandandah, aiming for the town to be completely powered by renewable energy by 2022, has ..
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Reynolds rues crash penalty

STRONG performances by Brad Jones Racing and Albury-born Supercar driver David Reynolds have been overshadowed by controversy on the Gold Coast STRONG performances by Brad Jones Racing and Albury-born Supercar driver David Reynolds have been overshadowed by controversy on the Gold Coast.Border driver David Reynolds in action at the Gold Coast over the weekend. He is looking forward to competing in New Zealand next month. Reynolds was fast from the first practice session and qualif..
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airport talks take-off

Passenger flights to Adelaide and Sydney could start next year. Related: First plane to touch down on upgraded Bendigo Airport in FebruaryCouncil is in talks with airline companies to start a passenger flight service which could connect Bendigo to Adelaide and Sydney next year. Presentation and assets director Craig Lloyd said the City of Greater Bendigo had “started conversations with regional airline operators” and was now surveying key Bendigo businesses. “We’ve undertaken to d..
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Diabetes health care a 'postcode lottery'

Lisa RobinsonAustralian Associated PressPeople in regional Australia are 11 times more likely to have diabetes-related amputations than those in metropolitan areas, research shows.Every day 12 people have toes, feet or limbs removed because of diabetes, and 85 per cent of those amputations are preventable.Outback Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia and remote parts of the Northern Territory have the highest amputation rates, data from the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in..
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Brain adapts to dishonesty: study

Brain adapts to dishonesty: study
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Dialogue around euthanasia changing: Denton .	Man charged with online grooming in Albury .
Phillip Hughes inquest has opened up painful wounds at the very heart of cricket .	Ricky hops to Bulldog kennel .

Samsung 960 Pro review: The fastest consumer SSD you can buy and other top stories.

noreply@blogger.com (melbourne blog) — Sun, 30 Oct 2016 08:58:00 +0000

Samsung 960 Pro review: The fastest consumer SSD you can buy
Edward Chester reader comments 34 The all new Samsung 960 Pro, released today, is the follow up to last year's 950 Pro. It offers the same core set of features, with an M.2 form factor, four-lane PCIe 3.0 interface, NVMe communication standard, and 3D V-NAND. But the 960 Pro isn't just a minor spec bump. Samsung has seriously cranked up the speed (and capacities) of its flagship drives to the point where such ludicrous performance may be lost on all but the most demanding of users. These a..
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LG's V20 may be the phone of the year. So why the f*%k can't you buy it?

For beleaguered Android phone makers, you might think a juicy prize has just appeared. For some of them, it could be a life-saver. Samsung’s Galaxy Note 7 was expected to ship around 20 million units over its lifetime. An inflammable battery emphatically put paid to that - with the potential loss of tens of millions of more sales from “contagion”. In the short term, some five to seven million Note 7 owners are looking for an alternative. Most, it is reasonable to assume, would prefer to stick w..
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Google Pixel: Australian Review

Google built a phone. For real this time. AU Editor’s Note: Since Google’s Daydream View VR headset won’t be available in Australia until November, we’ve kept any mention of it out of this review entirely. Stay tuned for a proper review of Google’s own VR headset in the days before you can actually buy it. Also, throughout this review, I’ll be talking about the Pixel and Pixel XL interchangeably since apart from their screen sizes and resolutions (5 inches, 1920×1080 pixels / 5.5 inches, 2560×1..
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Xiaomi signs deal with Indian retailer StoreKing for offline sales presence

Xiaomi India has entered into a partnership with rural retailer StoreKing as per a report by IANS. According to the report, the partnership is aimed at expanding Xiaomi’s reach into the interiors of the country and was announced earlier today by StoreKing Founder and CEO Sridhar Gundaiah. “With Mi India on-board, we aim to serve rural consumers better regardless of their location and give them access to the best of products,” Gundaiah stated. The commerce retailer StoreKing partners..
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Apple smart-car project stalls

Apple has reportedly scrapped plans to make a car. Picture: Scott Barbour/Getty ImagesRod ChesterNews Corp Australia NetworkTHE dream of an Apple Car has just hit a dead end with reports the technology giant has scrapped its plans to build a self-driving vehicle and has slashed hundreds of people from the clandestine Project Titan.Apple reporter Mark Gurman yesterday broke the news that the top-level research team working on a car as Apple’s next big thing was being dismantled.Apple has never pu..
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Horror Stories From The Samsung Galaxy Note7 Flight Ban

On Saturday the federal flight ban on Samsung Galaxy Note7 phones went into effect in the United States. All four major Australian carriers have also banned the phone. We asked our readers how this was working out around the globe and from the replies we’ve received, it’s safe to say that, so far, this sucks. The US Transportation Department’s decision to ban the Note7 from all flights came just days after Samsung announced that it was killing the phone for good. That short window left little ..
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Cybersecurity skills gap is a danger to businesses

October 18, 2016 • Security Skills gap in IT Security is widening and this is presenting a real danger to local businesses. (Image source: Tashatuvango/ Shutterstock.com) The number of cyber attacks being carried out globally is continuously growing, and has seen significant acceleration in the last five years. A recent study by PwC found that the number of cyber security incidents across all industries rose by 38% in 2015 – the biggest increase in the 12 years since the global study was first..
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XG.Fast delivers 8Gbps over copper in NBN lab trials

NBN has achieved speeds of up to 8 gigabits per second over 30 metres of copper using XG.Fast, the company announced today.The peak aggregate speed over twisted-pair was achieved during lab tests of the emerging standard. NBN has been trialling the technology in conjunction with Nokia. The two companies also achieved up to 5Gbps over 70 metres, which NBN says is about three times the length of the average copper lead-in to an Australian home.NBN chief technology officer Dennis Steiger said that..
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'Alarmist' doctors pressure state for birth changes .	Balance key to health .
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Lisa in tune with life on the Border and other top stories.

noreply@blogger.com (melbourne blog) — Tue, 25 Oct 2016 08:50:00 +0000

Lisa in tune with life on the Border
Lisa Mitchell, who released her new record Warriors on Friday, chose to revisit growing up on the Border in her latest effort. Pictures: JAMIESON MOOREOver time, musician Lisa Mitchell has come to view her childhood in Albury with a different lens.“As I’ve become older, I’ve just grown to really appreciate having a country childhood, and what it gave to me,” she said over the phone from Sydney, where she now lives.The 26-year-old singer-songwriter, who released her new record Warr..
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Healthy gut for happy family

Learn why a happy mind starts with a healthy gut. Mindd speaker Therese Kerr with Albury organiser Kinta Gitsham.Learn why a happy mind starts with a healthy gut at a seminar in Albury this month.With ADHD affecting 10 per cent of Australian children, allergies 30 per cent, asthma 25 per cent and austism about 1 per cent, the Mindd Foundation event will address the link between our brains and digestive tracts.The seminar will feature speakers including Bubba Yum Yum’s Charlotte Ca..
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225000 child sex abuse images found: man jailed

NSW: An Albury man has been jailed for possessing 225,000 child abuse photographs. File picA search of a convicted sex felon’s Albury home after his arrest for possessing 100,000 child sex abuse images uncovered another 125,000 photographs.These were found on 11 USB drives, two tablet computers and two SD cards hidden in various places including rolled-up socks and a jigsaw puzzle box.District Court judge Chris Hoy, SC, said the number of images found was “extraordinary”.He descri..
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First drive: Hyundai Elantra SR Turbo

2016 Hyundai Elantra SR Turbo. Photo: Mark BramleyIt's not a hot hatch, but Hyundai has warmed up the Elantra. The small sedan has been re-worked and re-tuned to make it faster, sportier and more fun to drive to create the Elantra SR Turbo, as the South Korean brand prepares to launch its N Performance brand. And if this is a sign of things to come from N Performance, and Hyundai's sporty cars in general, the future looks promising. 2016 Hyundai Elantra SR Turbo. Photo: Mark BramleyHaving said ..
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2016 Hyundai Elantra SR Turbo review

Hyundai Australia’s first sporting four-door demonstrates the power of persuasive tuning. WHAT IS IT?The ‘warm-sedan’ sporty flagship of the 2016 AD Hyundai Elantra line, complete with a development of the 1.6-litre direct-injection turbo-petrol four that powers the Veloster coupe. But this is more than just an engine transplant. Proper multi-link independent rear suspension and a host of go-fast goodies promise a wolf in sheep-wearing-trainers clothing. WHY WE’RE TESTING IT?Presented with o..
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Argument over wall ruins friendship on The Block0:30

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Two Hawks could head for Brisbane to help secure Jaeger O'Meara

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Supercars boss James Warburton says Red Bull Racing Australia's Bathurst 1000 appeal 'un-Australian'

Infamous lap 150 with Whincup1:29Supercars: Infamous lap 150 with Whincup. Supercars CEO James Warburton.SUPERCARS boss James Warburton has slammed the protest that could have robbed Will Davison and Jonathan Webb of this year’s Bathurst 1000 as “un-Australian’’.The Confederation of Australian Motorsport (CAMS) officially crowned the pair Mount Panorama kings after Red Bull Racing Australia’s appeal was dismissed.Hitting out at Red Bull Racing Australia (RBRA) after the team failed to have Jam..
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Holmes goes from Origin exile to Test debut

FROM Origin exile to Premiership winner and a Test debut, Valentine Holmes has come full circle in 2016.Holmes has been named to make his Test debut for Australia against New Zealand on Perth on Saturday night as one of three rookies in Mal Meninga’s side.The Cronulla flyer will be joined in the 17 by Canberra prop Shannon Boyd and Dragons forward Tyson Frizell.DEBUT: Meninga names Kangaroos team for Perth TestFUTURE: Inglis asked Bellamy about returning to Stormmedia_cameraKangaroos training se..
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How Melbourne City landed Socceroos superstar Tim Cahill

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Dialogue around euthanasia changing: Denton and other top stories.

noreply@blogger.com (melbourne blog) — Mon, 24 Oct 2016 15:03:00 +0000

Dialogue around euthanasia changing: Denton
Dialogue around euthanasia changing: Denton
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Can horses talk? Of course, of course

For thousands of years, horses have obeyed our commands.It's why we rode them into battle, use them as farmhands, and - more recently - draw on them for therapy and rehabilitation programs. A study conducted by Norwegian animal behaviour experts has found horses are able to convey their preferences to handlers by touching symbols with their noses. Photo: Jessica Shapiro But new research into human-equine communication confirms horses aren't just able to listen to us; they're able to tal..
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Wildlife documentary star Rob Bredl 'in good spirits' days after crocodile attack

Wildlife documentary star Rob Bredl 'in good spirits' days after crocodile attack Posted September 24, 2016 16:01:20 The "Barefoot Bushman" Rob Bredl, who was attacked by a crocodile on his family's north Queensland wildlife farm this week, is recovering well and expected to be out of intensive care today, his family says.The 66-year-old wildlife documentary star was feeding the crocodile at Bredl's Wild Farm at Bloomsbury near Proserpine on Thursday when it lashed ou..
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Profits from unproven supplements 'a conflict for pharmacists'

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Stress Can Cancel Out The Benefits Of 'Healthy' Fat

We know stress can keep you up at night, make you look older and contribute to making mistakes at work. Now, a new study suggests that when you consume a high calorie and high fat diet while stressed, you can also cause your body to burn fewer calories. “Stress changes the way we process food,” Jan Kiecolt-Glaser, the study’s lead author and professor of psychiatry and psychology at Ohio State University told The Huffington Post. Her team found that when women ate a high calorie breakfast loaded..
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NBN to cover half of Border in 2017 .	Hillary Clinton's Health: Doctor Reveals He Performed Surgery On Clinton In January, Pneumonia Diagnosed In ... .
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Man charged with online grooming in Albury and other top stories.

noreply@blogger.com (melbourne blog) — Mon, 24 Oct 2016 11:41:00 +0000

Man charged with online grooming in Albury
Police have charged a man over the alleged online grooming of a teenage girl. In September 2015, officers attached to Albury Local Area Command commenced investigations into the alleged online grooming of a then 15-year-old girl, NSW Police say. Police will allege a then 42-year-old man made contact with the girl via a social networking site. During online conversations the man allegedly sent the girl explicit and inappropriate images and made requests for her to send him similar images. About..
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Back home

Lavington has scored a stunning off-season coup, signing former players Nick and Kris Holman. Lavington has scored a stunning off-season coup, signing former players Nick and Kris Holman.“We are rapt to have the guys back at the club, as they are Lavington people deep down,” coach James Saker said.The pair first played senior football with the Panthers, Nick part of the club’s last premiership in 2005.The duo joined North Albury, and, along with younger twins Luke and Tom, became ..
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Vic flood evacuation, residents on alert

Julian DrapeAustralian Associated PressVictorians are being asked to avoid road travel as emergency crews prepare for wild winds to wreak havoc across much of the state.Damaging winds will develop from the west on Sunday morning with gusts exceeding 120km/h in alpine areas.Melbourne will be hit hardest in the afternoon with winds up to 70km/h.SES spokesman Stefan Delatovic says emergency crews are "braced for a busy day" and he's warned Victorians to "defer travel" if possible.Loose items around..
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Degree to address agricultural needs

La Trobe University is launching a new degree to help boost regional economies and meet a growing demand for agribusiness professionals — and Shepparton is playing a major part.The Bachelor of Business (Agribusiness) will be taught at all Victorian La Trobe University campuses including Bendigo, Shepparton, Albury-Wodonga, Mildura and Melbourne from Semester 1, 2017. La Trobe’s pro vice-chancellor (Regional) Richard Speed said a unique feature of the course was three intensive place-based subje..
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Why Google AI is the last user interface

Star Trek got it right: In the future, we'll use computers by talking to them.Google held an event this week and new hardware got most of the attention. Google unveiled a couple of Google-built Pixel phones, Google Wi-Fi home mesh routers, the Google Home virtual assistant appliance, a new 4k Chromecast Ultra streaming media box and the Daydream View VR headset.Critics say Google is copying and competing directly with Apple with the Pixel phones and with Amazon with Home. But this misses th..
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Behold, the Lenovo Phab 2 Pro

Behold, the Lenovo Phab 2 Pro Google is set to release the first smartphone that provides augmented reality (AR) experience to all users. The Lenovo Phab 2 Pro presents a computer vision technology platform which integrates virtual effects on physical surrounding. By Brian Ang | Oct 08, 2016 03:34 AM EDT SAN FRANCISCO, CA - JUNE 09: Yang Yuanqing, Lenovo CEO, unveils the new PHAB2 Pro, the world's first Tango-powered smartphone at Lenovo Tech World at The Masonic Auditorium on June 9, 2016 in ..
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ARMOR ALL 'Shines on' with Supercars in 2017

The ARMOR ALL Pole Award will continue to be a feature of the Virgin Australia Supercars Championship for the 13th consecutive season with one of the world’s leading car care companies re-signing with the category for 2017.The announcement sees ARMOR ALL remain the longest serving official sponsor of the Supercars Championship.Fittingly, the announcement was made today by the first ever ARMOR ALL Pole Position Award winner, Mark Skaife during the ARMOR ALL Top 10 Shootout for this weekend’s Sup..
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First Impressions: Honor 8 – Hello Beautiful!

Huawei’s sub-brand Honor is all set to unveil its flagship smartphone dubbed the Honor 8 in India on October 12. At the preview event held in Goa, we got a chance to get our hands-on of the device and well, we came out pretty impressed. Now, that we have spent just about a week with the Honor 8, it’s time for providing you with our first impressions of the device. The Honor 8 apparently has a lot in common with the flagship Huawei P9. It all starts from the dual 12MP camera setup found to the ..
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Viv AI voice assistant heading to Samsung devices following buy-out

A step forward: Viv is an intelligent voice assistant that can respond to questions formulated in natural language. — AFP Relaxnews Samsung has bought Viv Labs, an AI startup that developed a voice assistant capable of responding to natural language, marking a clear step forward in the firm's artificial intelligence strategy. According to Injong Rhee, CTO of Samsung's mobile communications business, the tech giant's aim is to offer customers the best user experience across all its products and..
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LeEco accidentally reveals US budget phone

Chinese hardware upstart LeEco has accidentally showed off key parts of its device line-up two weeks before the company is set to officially launch its US business.The leak, which was first spotted by AndroidPolice, revealed two budget-phones as well as four different TV sets based on Google's Android TV platform.Product shots also show numerous LeEco-branded apps, suggesting that the company wants to use its devices to grow its entertainment services, much like it has done in China.The leaks su..
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Phillip Hughes inquest has opened up painful wounds at the very heart of cricket and other top stories.

noreply@blogger.com (melbourne blog) — Thu, 20 Oct 2016 17:06:00 +0000

Phillip Hughes inquest has opened up painful wounds at the very heart of cricket
Abbott provides statement0:52Cricket: Sean Abbott provided a statement in the Phillip Hughes inquest despite not being asked to give evidence. Phil Hughes died playing the game he loved and graced with such class and style.Phillip Hughes was so immune to sledging on the day he announced himself as a Test cricket prodigy, South Africa’s frustrated bowlers could only ask themselves: “Is he deaf?”Dale Steyn, Morne Morkel and Makhaya Ntini — three of the most lethal fast bowlers of the modern era —..
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Octagonal dies aged 24

Octagonal dies aged 24 Posted October 15, 2016 15:30:11 When Darren Beadman looks back on his glittering career in the saddle, Octagonal stands tall as a true champion.Beadman rode Octagonal to five of his 10 Group One wins and said he was shocked and saddened to hear the horse had been euthanased on Saturday morning at the age of 24.Four of their Group One wins together came in the autumn of 1996 when Octagonal claimed the Canterbury Guineas, Rosehill Guineas, Merced..
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No bad blood between Lewis, Hawks: manager

There's no bad blood between Jordan Lewis and Hawthorn, but the four-time AFL premiership star could still end up playing for Melbourne next year. Lewis, 30, was believed to be taken aback by a post-season conversation with Alastair Clarkson in which the coach urged him to consider his playing future beyond next season - the last year of his current contract with the club. However, after news of Sam Mitchell's shock trade to West Coast emerged last week, the club moved to clarify that Lewis was..
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Australia v South Africa cricket: Burning questions - what's at stake for Australia

What's on the line for Australia?A winless one-day series against South Africa was humbling but it was always shaped as a rugged series because of the inexperienced attack. Putting that aside, Test defeats in England last year (under Michael Clarke) and in Sri Lanka this year (under Steve Smith) have exposed weaknesses against the seaming Dukes ball and spin. Wins against New Zealand at home and on the road, and a home crunching of the West Indies, were good but there is a perception this rebui..
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Jameka primed for rare double after Caulfield Cup triumph

Racing is a sport of risk and reward, but when Ciaron Maher saw "an exquisite filly" he knew he just had to have her."It didn't really matter how much she cost because it was all on credit," Maher said. "I just knew I had to have her and wasn't going to stop [bidding]." More Sport Videos Previous slide Next slide Jameka wins the Caulfield Cup Winx flying to a Cox Plate double Caulfield newcomer with 'unique' training method Is this Jameka's..
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Why Cahill needs to deliver, can City's defence hold: Melbourne Derby five burning questions

THE 20th edition of the Melbourne Derby shapes as yet another tantalising chapter in the city’s A-League history.Melbourne City looks to have its most attacking squad yet, while Victory has bolstered its squad in all areas of the park.With both teams playing their first game in Melbourne for the season, the game looks set to deliver an exciting clash in front of a packed Etihad Stadium.Foxsports.com.au looks at the five burning questions ahead of the Melbourne Derby.CAN TIM CAHILL DELIVER ON THE..
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Des Hasler survives Canterbury Bulldogs boad meeting but Steve Mortimer falls on sword

Des Hasler has survived to coach Canterbury in 2017, with club legend Steve Mortimer instead the casualty at Friday's emergency four-hour board meeting called to resolve the club's future.But the club is yet to decide whether Hasler will coach beyond 2017, with negotiations still ongoing about his longer-term future at the Bulldogs. More Sport Videos Previous slide Next slide Hasler remains, Mortimer resigns Greg Bird quits Titans Steve Mascord's Set..
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Thailand ask to move Socceroos' World Cup qualifier - SBS

Australia were set to play their final fixture of the year at Bangkok's Rajamangala National Stadium on November 15. But this week's passing of 88-year-old King Bhumibol Adulyadej, the world's longest-reigning monarch, has plunged Thailand into a state of grief. In addition to a year of mourning, the government has ruled entertainment will be heavily toned down and "festivities" avoided for 30 days. While the Socceroos match falls just outside that window, the Football Association of Thailand (..
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A-League Round two live: Sydney FC v Central Coast, Melbourne Derby

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Brendon Santalab helps Western Sydney Wanderers steal 2-1 victory over Adelaide Reds

A double from Western Sydney substitute Brendon Santalab steered the visitors to a dramatic 2-1 A-League win over Adelaide United on Friday night at Coopers Stadium.The striker came off the bench just after the hour mark to bag a brace, including an injury-time winner. More Sport Videos Previous slide Next slide Super-sub Santalab sinks Adelaide Aussie Gavrilova upsets number one Kerber Surfing world champion Wright returns home Jameka wins..
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Ricky hops to Bulldog kennel and other top stories.

noreply@blogger.com (melbourne blog) — Thu, 20 Oct 2016 15:11:00 +0000

Ricky hops to Bulldog kennel

Wodonga has lured North Albury forward Ricky Whitehead to the John Flower Oval. HOPPING CAMPS: Ricky Whitehead, who kicked eight goals against Wangaratta in round six, has switched from North Albury to Wodonga.WODONGA has lured North Albury forward Ricky Whitehead to the John Flower Oval.Whitehead has strong links to the Bulldogs with his father, Paul, a former player and his uncle, Bob, lining up at centre half-forward in the club’s 1967 and 1969 premierships.A former Horsham lea..
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Inaugural tournament a hit

IT has been a long time coming but, after more than 80 years, the Albury Croquet Club has held its first Golf Croquet tournament ON COURT: Albury Croquet Club's Helen Collins and Kaye Moffat play the course during the club's inaugural Golf Croquet tournament at the weekend. Picture: JAMES WILTSHIREIT has been a long time coming but, after more than 80 years, the Albury Croquet Club has held its first Golf Croquet tournament.Albury treasurer, and one of the tournament organisers, H..
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Reminiscent spectators join new fans

More than 700 people visited the Thurgoona Community Centre to see displays from the Albury Wodonga Lego Users Group. TALENTED: Celeste Dakos, 8, shows off Morro, a Ninjago dragon she built with her father, Grant, vice president of the Albury Wodonga Lego Users Group. She has been collecting Lego for two years. Pictures: JAMES WILTSHIREThere was plenty of reminiscing happening over the weekend at the Albury Wodonga Lego Users Group’s first independent event.WOWED: Chelsea Winckle,..
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Albury man stunned by good deed, plans to pay it foward

Tyson Crawley left shocked after stranger pays for fuel bill and urges him to pay it forward AN ALBURY man touched by the kindness of a stranger plans to repay his generosity by helping others.Tyson Crawley filled up his car with petrol at the Coles service station on the corner of Guinea and David streets on Friday morning.But a problem with his bank cards meant he couldn’t pay the $109 bill and he started to become stressed. A stranger – later identified as Newcastle North Stars..
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Lepaio wins Bandits prize

BATHURST’S Haylee Lepaio was able to walk away from her year with the Albury-Wodonga Lady Bandits as the team’s most valuable player. BATHURST’S Haylee Lepaio might not have enjoyed the share of success she hoped for in her South East Australia Basketball League (SEABL) season but she was able to walk away from her year with the Albury-Wodonga Lady Bandits as the team’s most valuable player.Lady Bandits finished the season with three wins from 22 games in a rebuilding season for t..
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Surgery required after injury in a back yard

Man pulled from trench at North Albury home A MAN has badly injured his leg during an accident in a North Albury backyard. Emergency services were called to the house on Bellevue Road on Saturday morning.The man had fallen, or had dirt collapse, into a two metre trench at the rear. He was pulled from the trench and his leg will require surgery.Albury and Border Rescue Squad deputy captain Paul Marshall warned that recent rainfall had made the ground in some areas unstable.
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State of the nation | Sunday, September 25, 2016

Your morning news snapshot from around regional Australia and beyond. State of the nation► HUNTER: A century ago, the foundation stone of the Wilson Memorial Community Hospital at Murrurundi was laid. It was a big occasion for the community, who had worked hard over many years to raise the funds to build a public hospital. More here.► WAGGA WAGGA: Two more cars have been destroyed after being set ablaze by vandals on Saturday morning. More here.► KATHERINE: YOUNG overseas backpack..
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'Pay it forward' taken to whole new level after stranger pays for man's ...

After paying for Tyson Crawley's hundred-dollar petrol purchase, the stranger wrote down something on the receipt and handed it, folded, to Crawley. Although Tyson Crawley (left) didn't get the mystery do-gooder's full name, he did manage to take his picture. Photo: Supplied Has a total stranger ever shouted you a coffee? It's rare, but it happens.On the border between Victoria and New South Wales, however, the 'pay it forward' movement has been taken to a whole new level.Tyson Cr..
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Hazelwood's likely end a win: WATCH

Climate health group welcomes the news Hazelwood Power Station is likely to close Six years ago at La Trobe University’s Wodonga campus, a cake shaped like the Hazelwood Power Station was devoured by 60 people calling for the closure of the coal-fired plant.Now, supporters of that day have welcomed the news their objective then has come to fruition.Fairfax Mediarevealed on Saturday it was likely the Latrobe Valley plan would close as early as April next year, after a decision was ..
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Yates appointed Magpies' coach

Honoured Yates ready to rise to challenge of coaching The Rock-Yerong Creek. MAGPIES' MAN: New The Rock-Yerong Creek coach Tom Yates at Victoria Park on Saturday. Picture: Les SmithThe Rock-Yerong Creek’s Tom Yates won’t shy away from the challenge, or the expectation, of leading his home club back to premiership contention. The talented midfielder said it’s an honour to be handed the reins as coach even as the Magpies enter a potentially crucial transition period.On the same nigh..
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NBN to cover half of Border in 2017 .	Hillary Clinton's Health: Doctor Reveals He Performed Surgery On Clinton In January, Pneumonia Diagnosed In ... .
Defqon.1 Festival Australia: Police arrest 77 for drug offences .	Researchers have observed individual atoms interacting for the first time .

Border to host first pink tournament and other top stories.

noreply@blogger.com (melbourne blog) — Tue, 18 Oct 2016 17:00:00 +0000

Border to host first pink tournament
Border golf is turning pink. Border golf is turning pink.PRETTY IN PINK: Golfers will dig out their pink clothing later this month for a major women's tournament. The event will raise funds for the Albury-Wodonga Regional Cancer Centre.The three venues will stage the inaugural Pink on the Green Border Women’s Golf Classic later this month.“Wodonga has previously raised funds for the McGrath Foundation,” Wodonga Golf Club’s Jenny Garner said.“But we wanted to keep the money totally..
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State of the Nation | Thursday, October 13, 2016

ALBURY: Frustrated passengers have endured four days of travel where almost half of trains between Albury and Melbourne were replaced by buses. A fault ...
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Dreams becoming reality

Former Albury High School girls football coach Craig Day knew Gabriella Pound had something special as early as 2012. FORMER Albury High School girls football coach Craig Day knew Gabriella Pound had something special as early as 2012.EXCITED: Chelsea Ehlers, 14, Macy Hullick,15, Chelsea Hargraves, 15, Charlotte Beavan, 14, Charlotte Towner, 15, and teacher Craig Day. Picture: ELENOR TEDENBORG Coaching the now Carlton star in a schools competition, Day was forced to shift Pound to..
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Lisa Mitchell on country town upbringings, cats and Warriors

Lisa Mitchell wowed us on Australian Idol at the tender age of 16. Now ten years later, she’s about to release her third album Warriors – a inspired and a reflection on her younger years. I sat down with Lisa and spoke about cats, growing up and country towns. Why did you decide to make “The Boys” the first single? “The Boys”, it’s a light beginning and one of my favourite songs. I think it’s also got a similar theme in being a bunch of friends. One of my boyfriend’s mates’ Dad passed away, so..
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Beechworth Barrowthon helps raise funds for boy with rare genetic ...

Beechworth Barrowthon helps raise funds for boy with rare genetic disease Posted October 13, 2016 15:51:06 What started out as a sporting bet between two friends 80 years ago has now become a unique community fundraising event for mates to push themselves for a good cause. This weekend the annual Beechworth Barrowthon will see 24 teams push wheelbarrows 88km over two days from the Victorian town of Beechworth to Mount Buffalo.The idea was inspired by an outrageous 20-..
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Big wet claims another victim

CRICKET Victoria has abandoned next weekend’s Premier Bush Bash matches across the Border and North East CRICKET Victoria has abandoned next weekend’s Premier Bush Bash matches across the Border and North East.Clashes set down for Lavington, Wangaratta, Yarrawonga, Benalla, Port Fairy, Bendigo, Ballarat, Swan Hill, Horsham, Leopold and Churchill have been called off due to heavy rain over the past two months.Former East Albury cricketer James McNeilWhile several venues including L..
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South Australia's First Timber Apartment Building Under Construction

South Australia’s trendy city fringe suburb of Kent Town will soon be home to the state’s first timber apartment building. The building, Verde, has slowly started to take shape as the huge engineered timber structure is put into place.But this building is not only noteworthy in South Australia. While it is set to become the first timber apartment building in the state, Verde will also become only the second Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) multi-level apartment building to be constructed in Australi..
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'Real Housewives of Sydney' star Melissa Tkautz to present at 2016 ...

... of your favourite showgirls from past and present, including one very special tribute to Leigh Jennings and The Albury Hotel,” the DIVA Committee added.
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Victorian club golf results - Wednesday

AMSTEL: Women Stroke Foursome Ranfurlie: A: H Sims C Adams (20.5) 76.5. BAIRNSDALE: Women Stroke A: L Coleman (17) 71. B: J Gibbs (24) 73. C: E Gwynn (38) 69. Scr: L Coleman 88. Medal of Medallists: H Morrison (19) 72. BALLARAT: Women Stableford A: SA Eaton (8) 34. B: S Sidebottom (23) 34. C: I Szapiel (36) 37. BARHAM: Women 4B: L Howard (23)C Pearson (31) 2 up. BENDIGO: Stableford A: R Sommerfeld (11) 40. B: A Besley (17) 41. C: E Bransgrove (24) 40 cb. BOX HILL: Women S..
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Albury to appeal forward's suspension .	Man missing in floodwaters .

'Alarmist' doctors pressure state for birth changes and other top stories.

noreply@blogger.com (melbourne blog) — Mon, 17 Oct 2016 15:37:00 +0000

'Alarmist' doctors pressure state for birth changes
THE state’s top doctors group is calling on the Palaszczuk Government to “urgently” change the way maternal services are delivered in Queensland, claiming the move away from obstetrician-led services is putting mothers and babies at risk.Australian Medical Association Queensland President Chris Zappala said research showed peri-natal death rates doubled when women gave birth under midwife-led care compared to when treated by an obstetrician.“There is also significantly higher rates to neonatal i..
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This is the best country to be a girl. And it's not Australia

News World This is the best country to be a girl. And it's not Australia. 10:00pm, Oct 12, 2016 Updated: 7:55pm, Oct 12. This is the best country to be a girl. And it's not Australia. best country to be a girl. Australia ranks considerably worse than ...
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Global chemotherapy drug shortage triggers SA Health action plan

SA Health is preparing a statewide action plan to cope with a shortage of ant-cancer drug Etopophos.PATIENTS with common cancers will be forced to use a replacement medication that requires longer treatment and greater risk because of a global shortage of a chemotherapy drug.And a special alert is being sent to healthcare professionals to ensure there is no repeat of the chemotherapy underdosing scandal.SA Health is preparing a statewide action plan to cope with a shortage of Etopophos, which th..
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Tax sugary drinks to fight obesity, UN health agency urges governments

Tax sugary drinks to fight obesity, UN health agency urges governments Posted October 12, 2016 09:48:47 Governments should use tax policy to increase the price of sugary drinks like sodas, sport drinks and even 100 per cent fruit juices as a way to fight obesity, diabetes and tooth decay, the World Health Organisation says. Key points:20 per cent price increase could reduce consumption of sweet drinks by same proportion, WHO says"Enough evidence" now to encourage cou..
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Feisty Capalaba carpet pythons in two-hour tussle | photos, video

QLD: Two male carpet pythons have been videoed having a two-hour long tangled tussle. TUSSLE: Two male carpet pythons wrestle at a Capalaba property: Photo: Selina ZwolsmanTWO feisty male carpet pythons have been captured on video wrestling one another on a south-east Queensland property.Capalaba residents Selina and Patrick Zwolsman watched the snakes tussle for about two hours on Saturday.“They were inside and outside the shed and up and down the ladders,” Ms Zwolsman said.“When..
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Peanut clinics to test if early exposure reduces allergy risk

Peanut clinics to test if early exposure reduces allergy risk Posted October 12, 2016 08:57:04 Perth doctors are to trial peanut clinics in a bid to reduce rising rates of allergy among infants and children by exposing them to peanut products early.Researchers were planning to use the clinics to test 400 infants to determine the possible benefits of early exposure.Current guidelines suggest that those at high risk should be exposed from as early as four months old.The..
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'Just a nurse?' Woman's heartfelt letter to those who devalue her profession

“Maybe it got to me because I am exhausted — emotionally and physically — from what is actually just a normal day at work for me. “Maybe it got to me because I have no understanding of how so many people open their mouths without thinking.” Angered by the remark, she wrote an open letter on Facebook that has since been shared hundreds of times. In it she described some of the many challenging and important duties that she, and other nurses, perform on a daily basis – but which many people overl..
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'How could this happen in Australia?': Cairns cafe worker responds to customer's racial slur

Former refugee Josie Ajak, 20, was on shift last week at the busy Gloria Jeans cafe in central Cairns when a female customer refused her assistance, instead requesting her to âget a white ladyâ to serve. Ms Ajak, who arrived in Australia as a refugee in 2004 after her family fled wartown Sudan, said she was "completely stunned" by the woman's reaction, having earlier greeted her with a smile. "I was shocked but I responded very kindly, I said thatâs fine and just moved her to the side and..
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Anthea Page claims she got a staph infection from a makeup brush

An Australian model has warned others about unsanitary make up brushes after she was diagnosed with a serious eye infection.Anthea Page posted on Instagram last week that she had a staph infection which she believes came from a dirty make up brush used on her at Sydney Fashion Weekend.The accompanying photo showed Ms Page's right eye is visibly red and swollen. Ouch: Model Anthea Page posted a photo to Instagram showing a staph infection in her eye (above) 'I observed unhygienic practices': The..
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Albury to appeal forward's suspension .	Man missing in floodwaters .

Balance key to health and other top stories.

noreply@blogger.com (melbourne blog) — Mon, 17 Oct 2016 12:51:00 +0000

Balance key to health
A women's seminar in Albury covers the vital issues for a good cause LIVE FIT: Albury Integrated Health's Emily Manson and Dr Thanuja Vanderhoek will host a Let's Talk Women's Health seminar on October 23. Picture: ELENOR TEDENBORGA WOMEN’S health seminar will shine the light on finding balance in a fast-paced modern world.Albury Integrated Health will host a Let’s Talk Women’s Health seminar in Albury on Sunday, October 23.Albury Integrated Health managing director Dr Thanuja Van..
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Albury captain Kade Brown says Chris Sole is as quick as ...

Albury captain Kade Brown says boom recruit Chris Sole is as quick as Tallangatta speedster James Weighell. BIG HITTING: Albury batsman Alex Popko will look to bring his aggressive pre-season form into the opening round.Albury captain Kade Brown says boom recruit Chris Sole is as quick as Tallangatta speedster James Weighell.Brown was glowing in his praise of the Scottish international.“He is one of the quickest I have faced,” Brown said.Of the recent players, I rate Chris up ther..
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TRAIN PAIN

Although reliability was the worst, the September figure was two per cent better than the 12 month average for the Albury line, but the punctuality was 8.3 per ...
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Pride is still burning bright despite setback

Gay rights groups continue to push for same-sex marriage on Border STILL FIGHTING: Brian Kuehn has welcomed news the gay marriage plebiscite is unlikely to go ahead. Picture: ELENOR TEDENBORGTHE Border gay and lesbian community will continue to push for same-sex marriage to be legalised despite the government’s plebiscite looking almost certain not to go ahead. Social Wodonga Albury Gays founder Brian Kuehn is planning a rally in support of gay marriage which will be followed by t..
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Essendon could bid No.1 draft pick on northern academy stars in ...

ESSENDON is likely to sacrifice the prestige of crowning next month’s No.1 draft pick by bidding on academy stars Jack Bowes and Will Setterfield. If both bids are matched, the Bombers would watch Gold Coast secure Bowes and Greater Western Sydney take Setterfield before selecting either Hugh McCluggage or Andy McGrath at No.3.The move would force the expansion clubs to pay premium prices for the prized midfielders or watch them go to Essendon. Bowes, Gold Coast’s first star academy prospect, t..
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Audi RS Q3 2016 | new car sales price

Now called Audi RS Q3 Performance this latest edition of the quick German crossover SUV replaces the RS Q3, rather than being an added model above it.The weather gods smiled on us when we drove the new Audi RS Q3 Performance in Albury to Bright and in the lower Snowy Mountain areas. Skies opened to drench the countryside as storms scudded their way across the southern areas of Australia. Temperatures plummeted as spring departed and winter took control again.Surely we are wrong in saying nature..
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Bega boss Barry Irvin pushes change of culture

THE boss of Bega Cheese says the milk price should show an upward trend in the longer term, but would not be drawn further on the dramas of rival Murray Goulburn.Executive chairman Barry Irvin recently spoke at the Holstein Australia conference in Albury and told farmers he was keen to talk about establishing values within a company, something he said was essential to good business.media_cameraBarry Irvin.In the midst of the dairy pricing crisis, Mr Irvin spoke out against the actions of Murray ..
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Bombers could force Giants' draft hand

ESSENDON has thrown a massive spanner in the works of the GWS Giants’ plans to secure talented academy player Will Setterfield. In a dramatic day of trading, GWS thought they had moved into a great position by securing the No.3 pick as part of the deal to release forward Cam McCarthy to Fremantle.But the Bombers are considering a bid for Setterfield and Gold Coast academy player Jack Bowes with their pick No.1If both bids are matched by GWS and Gold Coast, they would then bid on either Hugh McC..
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Six of Victoria's best...

1. Hiking: Croajingalong National Park Hikers at Wilsons Promontory. (Photo credit: Gavin Hansford) Recommend: From September-May. THE WILDERNESS COAST WALK, hugging the north-east coastline of Victoria, is one of Australia’s premier multiday coastal tracks, taking walkers from Croajingalong National Park’s eastern point of Sydenham Inlet to – if you venture into NSW – Wonboyn, in the Nadgee Nature Reserve. For those keen to stick to the Victorian side, your finish point is either the coastal..
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Hillary Clinton email leaks: 'Saudi Arabia and Qatar fund ISIS'

DECISION 2016: 'What are You Afraid Of ' Clinton Email Server IT Specialist Fails to Attend House Hearing September 132:32House Oversight Committee Chairman Jason Chaffetz read a statement into the record on September 13 after Bryan Pagliano, a former State Department IT specialist with knowledge of Hillary Clinton?s private email server during her time as Secretary of State, ignored a subpoena and failed to appear at a committee hearing. ?You?d think somebody would sing like a songbird if ..
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First Australian Indigenous-language video game offers new platform for ancient culture .	Markets Live: Gold shares smashed .
Albury to appeal forward's suspension .	Man missing in floodwaters .

Aussie mum to face murder charges and other top stories.

noreply@blogger.com (melbourne blog) — Sun, 16 Oct 2016 12:31:00 +0000

Aussie mum to face murder charges
Death in Bali: Timeline of events2:01The death of a Bali cop has lead to Aussie Sara Connor and Brit David Taylor being held in Denpasar Police Station as suspects. As they await any charges, here is a timeline of events. Sara Connor inside a cell of Denpasar Police Station last month. Picture: Lukman S. BintoroCindy Wockner and Komang ErvianiNews Corp Australia NetworkPROSECUTORS have confirmed that Australian woman Sara Connor and her British boyfriend David Taylor will face three charges — m..
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Man brought in over one-punch death

POLICE have brought in a man they want to speak to in relation to the one-punch death of Timothy Lang in Brisbane.Hours after police released a picture of Wayne Hearn, detectives found him in Redcliffe.He was handcuffed and subsequently taken to Dutton Park Watch House, where he remains.Charges are yet to be laid.Mr Lang was walking along Melbourne Street at South Brisbane about 10.15am on Saturday when he crossed paths with a man jogging in the opposite direction.The pair exchanged words before..
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Gable Tostee trial: Jury hears recording of Warriena Wright's final moments alive

Gable Tostee trial: Jury hears recording of Warriena Wright's final moments alive By Andrew Kos and Sharnie Kim Updated October 11, 2016 20:33:50 A Supreme Court jury has listened to Warriena Wright's last words moments before she fell to her death from the 14th floor balcony of Gable Tostee's Gold Coast apartment in the early hours of the morning on August 8, 2014.Tostee, 30, has pleaded not guiltyÂ to murdering the 26-year-old New Zealand tourist, whom he met th..
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Wife accidentally runs over and kills husband in driveway

Residents of a quiet suburban street rushed outside on Tuesday afternoon to find their elderly neighbour cradling her husband and crying, "I killed you my darling, my sweetheart". The 73-year-old woman had accidentally run over her husband in the driveway of their Clayton South home. More News Videos Previous slide Next slide Elderly man accidently run over by wife Clayton South Creepy clowns captured on camera in Melbourne Federal government passes ..
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Tearful MP Sid Cramp shares own story of domestic violence as bill is introduced

UPDATE: The Domestic and Family Violence Protection and Other Legislation Amendment Bill passed the Queensland Parliament House a short time after 6pm on Tuesday.The legislation passed after hearing emotional contributions from MPs, who outlined their own histories with the scourge of domestic violence. Member for Gaven Sidney Cramp broke down as he told Parliament of the violent upbringing of himself and his siblings. Photo: Facebook/Sid Cramp The amendments include giving police more p..
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Same-sex marriage: Turnbull refuses to say if he will allow parliamentary vote after Labor blocks plebiscite

Same-sex marriage: Turnbull refuses to say if he will allow parliamentary vote after Labor blocks plebiscite Updated October 11, 2016 18:59:30 Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull will not say if he will allow a parliamentary vote on same-sex marriage after his plan for a plebiscite was blocked by the Opposition.Opposition Leader Bill Shorten has declared that an "expensive, divisive" plebiscite on same-sex marriage would hurt gay people, and confirmed that Labor will vote a..
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Leyonhjelm interrupts tribute to deceased journalist Rebecca Wilson

Liberal Democrat David Leyonhjelm has interrupted a Senate tribute to late sports journalist Rebecca Wilson to slam her reports on Western Sydney Wanderers fans. Senator Leyonhjelm asked to make a statement on the Labor motion, backed by the Senate on Tuesday, acknowledging Ms Wilson's contribution to her industry. A story she wrote last year naming and shaming football fans caused material harm and was something nobody should be proud of: "Death does not absolve us of what we did when we were ..
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TGA pregnancy warning for popular over-the-counter painkillers

Australia's drug regulator has issued a warning about women taking popular over-the-counter anti-inflammatory drugs like Nurofen and Voltaren during early pregnancy due to increased risk of miscarriage.The Therapeutic Goods Administration is already in talks with drug companies to ensure packaging labels contain warnings that include women who are trying to conceive but may not yet know they're pregnant. The drug regulator has proposed a new warning about taking anti-inflammatory drugs if ..
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Kalgoorlie suicide: Woman takes her life at scene where teenager Elijah Doughty died

Kalgoorlie suicide: Woman takes her life at scene where teenager Elijah Doughty died Updated October 11, 2016 12:56:52 The West Australian Goldfields town of Kalgoorlie has been rocked by another tragedy, with a 37-year-old woman taking her life at the site of teenager Elijah Doughty's death. Key points:14-year-old Elijah Doughty died after allegedly being hit by a ute, his death sparked riots in KalgoorlieA woman took her life at the site of his deathSuicide rates in ..
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Vincent Stanford's video confession for murdering Stephanie Scott played in court

Flanked by two detectives as he sits in a police interview room, Vincent Stanford is chillingly calm as he graphically details his murderous act."I didn't really feel anger, I just wanted to kill her," Stanford tells police. More News Videos Previous slide Next slide Vincent Stanford: 'I just wanted to kill her' Sydney ferry crashes into Circular Quay Baird confirms backdown on greyhound racing ban Day two of the Phil Hughes inquest ..
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Man missing in floodwaters .	SA weather: Families check on embryos after fertility clinic generator fails in blackout .

Australia likely to see a rise in cyclone activity after record low season: BoM and other top stories.

noreply@blogger.com (melbourne blog) — Sat, 15 Oct 2016 09:38:00 +0000

Australia likely to see a rise in cyclone activity after record low season: BoM
Last year's unusually quiet cyclone season will make way for a more stormy summer ahead with abnormally warm waters set to fuel more tropical tempests, the Bureau of Meteorology says.Separately, Sydney's run of mild weather has a few days to run after temperatures on Monday reached almost 12 degrees above average. More News Videos Previous slide Next slide More cyclones this summer Paraglider stuck in tree Kingsford Smith Drive a crawl Todd..
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Same-sex marriage: Labor MP Susan Lamb makes emotional call for legislation in maiden speech

Same-sex marriage: Labor MP Susan Lamb makes emotional call for legislation in maiden speech Updated October 10, 2016 19:31:27 A federal Labor MP has fought back tears while calling for same-sex marriage during an emotional maiden speech to Parliament.Susan Lamb defeated former Coalition minister Wyatt Roy to win the seat of Longman in Queensland.She reflected on becoming a mother while still a teenager and praised her family — including her four sons — in the speech.B..
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Tiahleigh Palmer's foster family turn on accused killer father

Julene and Joshua Thorburn will testify against Tiahleigh Palmer's accused killer Rick Thorburn, according to their lawyer.The dramatic development was revealed outside Beenleigh Magistrates Court on Monday, after Julene, 54, and Joshua, 20, were represented in court on charges relating to the alleged murder of the 12-year-old foster child in October last year. More News Videos Previous slide Next slide Tiahleigh 'forever an angel' Paraglider stuck in tree ..
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Gable Tostee: Mobile phone records argument between Warriena Wright and accused murderer

Gable Tostee: Mobile phone records argument between Warriena Wright and accused murderer Updated October 10, 2016 20:33:34 Part of a recording between Gable Tostee and the woman he is accused of murdering, detailing alleged moments of violence and expletive-ridden conversations before her fatal fall from his Gold Coast apartment balcony, has been played to a court.Tostee today pleaded not guilty to murdering New Zealand tourist Warriena Wright on the Gold Coast in Augus..
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Mt Druitt motorcycle crash kills one youth, seriously injures another

Mt Druitt motorcycle crash kills one youth, seriously injures another Updated October 10, 2016 17:34:23 Police say their "absolute priority" is identifying two youths and notifying their families after one was killed and another seriously injured in a motorcycle crash in Sydney's west this morning.NSW Police Acting Assistant Commissioner Matt Appleton said police spotted the two young males on an unregistered trail bike on Carlisle Avenue, Mt Druitt about 11am today."Th..
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Creepy clowns face tough crowd worldwide

Creepy clowns face tough crowd worldwideRebecca GredleyAustralian Associated Press7:43PM October 10, 2016SaveProfessional clowns and politicians alike have condemned the current worldwide craze of people dressing up as clowns to terrorise people.The World Clown Association president Randy Christensen said the craze was being propelled by social media and the association did not consider people participating in it as clowns.'"We're full of people that love children, bring smiles and want to help ..
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Perth Anglican Archbishop steps down

Greg RobertsAustralian Associated PressRoger Herft has stepped down as Anglican Archbishop of Perth just over a month after admitting to the royal commission into child sexual abuse to badly letting down victims.Archbishop Herft said he had decided after consulting widely in recent weeks that it was in the best interests of the Perth diocese that he step aside.Archbishop Herft is the highest-ranking casualty so far of the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse, which..
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Labor's 'manic desire to oust Brandis'

Brandis denies misleading parliament1:56Attorney-General George Brandis has rejected claims he misled parliament amid a high-level legal dispute. Attorney-General Senator George Brandis will come under fire this afternoon when Labor moves an urgency motion. Picture: Kym SmithDanielle Le Messurier, with AAPNews Corp Australia NetworkLIBERAL-National Party Senator Ian Macdonald says Labor has politicised the bitter feud between the Attorney-General and Solicitor-General due to an “insatiable” des..
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Man dies after one punch attack in South Brisbane

A 48-year-old man has died in hospital after a one-punch attack in South Brisbane on Saturday morning.The victim died from his injuries in the Princess Alexandra Hospital on Monday afternoon and detectives were still searching for his attacker. Police have released an image from CCTV footage of a man they want to speak to. Photo: QPS Media Police released vision of a man who might be able to help with the investigation. He was described as about 170cm with short dark hair, wearing black ..
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NT to wait two more years for PET scanner

Lucy Hughes JonesAustralian Associated PressTerritorians suffering cancer have been told they'll have to wait up to two years to get a PET scanner, six years after its was first promised.Incoming NT Health Minister Natasha Fyles revealed the new timetable on Monday, saying she was confident it would arrive despite being promised by both sides of federal politics since 2010.Positron emission tomography (PET) scans are used to detect and track cancer, heart disease, epilepsy and other neurological..
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Markets Live: Gold shares smashed .	Albury to appeal forward's suspension .
Man missing in floodwaters .	SA weather: Families check on embryos after fertility clinic generator fails in blackout .

Driverless bus a weirdly normal experience and other top stories.

noreply@blogger.com (melbourne blog) — Fri, 14 Oct 2016 09:48:00 +0000

Driverless bus a weirdly normal experience
Angus LivingstonAustralian Associated PressIs it weird sitting in a driverless shuttle bus as it slowly drives you along a Melbourne road?No. In fact it's almost unsettling how quickly normal it seems.The Transdev shuttle humming through Albert Park on Sunday is already in full use in Europe, moving at a top speed of 40km/h.If you've ever been a passenger in a bus or even in a theme park ride, the experience is similar.There's an emergency stop button and an automated ramp that slides out when n..
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Samsung Galaxy Note 7 and Donald Trump: Train Wreck of a Campaign

Apologies up front for bringing politics here, but over the past 24 hours or so, my Twitter timeline is filled with Samsung Galaxy Note 7 and Donald Trump, both for all the bad reasons. Donald Trump is caught (yet again) for his misogynist talks and crude sex talk, while yet another “replaced” Samsung Galaxy Note 7 has caught fire in the US. And I’ve no clue why either of them are still persisting with their campaigns. I’m no expert in Political commentary, and I wouldn’t like to get my hands ..
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LeEco inadvertently spoils its US launch plans

There are four 4K TVs listed (the Super4 X43, X55 and X65, plus the uMax 85), although their prices are definitely placeholders. Sorry, folks, you won't pay $15 for an Ultra HD set. However, their very existence is telling. It suggests that LeEco isn't going to rely solely on Vizio for TV sales in the US, and could complement Vizio's in-house smart TV strategy with its own Android TV models.There's no guarantee that these are the prices you'll get, or that the devices you see here represent ..
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Train like a Diamond 360 degree video

Laura Geitz, Caitlin Bassett and Sharni Layton test out some of the Samsung VR gear.DIAMONDS training sessions are usually held behind closed doors as the Australian team plots ways of maintaining their number one status in world netball.But the doors have now been thrown wide open with a unique experience unveiled for the opener of the Constellation Cup on Sunday giving fans the chance to see up close and personal just how hard some of our top netballers train.CONSTELLATION CUP NETBALL: ULTIMAT..
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Google Tango Latest News & Update: Lenovo Phab 2 Will Launch Next Month! Incredible Features, Specs, Price ...

Google's first Tango Phone have an advance camera technology.(Photo: Kelly Sullivan/Getty Images for Motorola Mobility) First Google Tango-based smartphone set to arrive next month, Google's Clay Bavor confirmed. The Lenovo Phab 2 Pro will be the first smartphone to tap into Google Tango that will launch in November. The Lenovo Phab 2 Pro will pack an advanced camera technology which can sense items in a room that can digitally identify the subjects and also can navigate indoors which Googl..
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10 reasons why I preordered the Google Pixel phone

I really liked the Google Pixel phone when I tried it out the other day. I gave it some thought, and then, two days later, I logged on to the Google Store and pre-ordered one. At $649, it’s on the high end for a Google phone, right up there with the iPhone 7 and the Samsung Galaxy S7. Only the Nexus 6 of 2014 cost as much from the get-go. For the sake of comparison, the Nexus 5 started at $349 in 2013, while last year’s Nexus 5X cost $399, and the Nexus 6P cost $499. So the question is whether..
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Man missing in floodwaters .	SA weather: Families check on embryos after fertility clinic generator fails in blackout .
What does Pokemon Go mean for the supply chain of the future? .	Cyber security in India .

State of the Nation | Thursday, October 13, 2016 and other top stories.

noreply@blogger.com (melbourne blog) — Thu, 13 Oct 2016 14:10:00 +0000

State of the Nation | Thursday, October 13, 2016
ALBURY: Frustrated passengers have endured four days of travel where almost half of trains between Albury and Melbourne were replaced by buses. A fault ...
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Dreams becoming reality

Former Albury High School girls football coach Craig Day knew Gabriella Pound had something special as early as 2012. FORMER Albury High School girls football coach Craig Day knew Gabriella Pound had something special as early as 2012.EXCITED: Chelsea Ehlers, 14, Macy Hullick,15, Chelsea Hargraves, 15, Charlotte Beavan, 14, Charlotte Towner, 15, and teacher Craig Day. Picture: ELENOR TEDENBORG Coaching the now Carlton star in a schools competition, Day was forced to shift Pound to..
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Border to host first pink tournament

Border golf is turning pink. Border golf is turning pink.PRETTY IN PINK: Golfers will dig out their pink clothing later this month for a major women's tournament. The event will raise funds for the Albury-Wodonga Regional Cancer Centre.The three venues will stage the inaugural Pink on the Green Border Women’s Golf Classic later this month.“Wodonga has previously raised funds for the McGrath Foundation,” Wodonga Golf Club’s Jenny Garner said.“But we wanted to keep the money totally..
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Lisa Mitchell on country town upbringings, cats and Warriors

Lisa Mitchell wowed us on Australian Idol at the tender age of 16. Now ten years later, she’s about to release her third album Warriors – a inspired and a reflection on her younger years. I sat down with Lisa and spoke about cats, growing up and country towns. Why did you decide to make “The Boys” the first single? “The Boys”, it’s a light beginning and one of my favourite songs. I think it’s also got a similar theme in being a bunch of friends. One of my boyfriend’s mates’ Dad passed away, so..
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Beechworth Barrowthon helps raise funds for boy with rare genetic ...

Beechworth Barrowthon helps raise funds for boy with rare genetic disease Posted October 13, 2016 15:51:06 What started out as a sporting bet between two friends 80 years ago has now become a unique community fundraising event for mates to push themselves for a good cause. This weekend the annual Beechworth Barrowthon will see 24 teams push wheelbarrows 88km over two days from the Victorian town of Beechworth to Mount Buffalo.The idea was inspired by an outrageous 20-..
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Big wet claims another victim

CRICKET Victoria has abandoned next weekend’s Premier Bush Bash matches across the Border and North East CRICKET Victoria has abandoned next weekend’s Premier Bush Bash matches across the Border and North East.Clashes set down for Lavington, Wangaratta, Yarrawonga, Benalla, Port Fairy, Bendigo, Ballarat, Swan Hill, Horsham, Leopold and Churchill have been called off due to heavy rain over the past two months.Former East Albury cricketer James McNeilWhile several venues including L..
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First train leaves Wodonga's new SCT freight hub at the Logic ...

First train leaves Wodonga's new SCT freight hub at the Logic industrial centre New platform: Wodonga mayor Anna Speedie and SCT chief Glenn Smith with guests at the launch of the first train from the freight terminal.A NEW chapter in Wodonga’s railway history has unfolded with the first freight train departing the city’s Logic industrial estate.The 225-metre long train, carrying groceries and Mars pet food, left SCT Logistics’ rail-truck terminal at 11.45am on Thursday bound for ..
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First drive: Hyundai Elantra SR Turbo

It's not a hot hatch, but Hyundai has warmed up the Elantra. The small sedan has been re-worked and re-tuned to make it faster, sportier and more fun to drive to create the Elantra SR Turbo, as the South Korean brand prepares to launch its N Performance brand. And if this is a sign of things to come from N Performance, and Hyundai's sporty cars in general, the future looks promising. Having said that, it is important to remember the Elantra SR isn't a hot hatch, or hot sedan, and isn't trying t..
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Penalty fitting for crime?

The world of motorsports must sit and wait while the appeal against the 15 second penalty is decided. The motorsport world may have to wait until November until the result of the appeal by Triple Eight Racing on the 15 second penalty given to Jamie Whincup in the Supercheap Auto Bathurst 1000.THE RIGHT CALL?: People have been divided on whether Jamie Whincup's penalty was fair regarding his Bathurst 1000 incident with Scott McLaughlin (pictured) and Garth Tander. Photo: GETTYThis ..
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South Australia's First Timber Apartment Building Under Construction

South Australia’s trendy city fringe suburb of Kent Town will soon be home to the state’s first timber apartment building. The building, Verde, has slowly started to take shape as the huge engineered timber structure is put into place.But this building is not only noteworthy in South Australia. While it is set to become the first timber apartment building in the state, Verde will also become only the second Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) multi-level apartment building to be constructed in Australi..
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Man charged with online grooming in Albury .	First Australian Indigenous-language video game offers new platform for ancient culture .
Markets Live: Gold shares smashed .	Albury to appeal forward's suspension .

Man charged with online grooming in Albury and other top stories.

noreply@blogger.com (melbourne blog) — Thu, 13 Oct 2016 13:52:00 +0000

Man charged with online grooming in Albury
Police have charged a man over the alleged online grooming of a teenage girl. In September 2015, officers attached to Albury Local Area Command commenced investigations into the alleged online grooming of a then 15-year-old girl, NSW Police say. Police will allege a then 42-year-old man made contact with the girl via a social networking site. During online conversations the man allegedly sent the girl explicit and inappropriate images and made requests for her to send him similar images. About..
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Improvisation 31 (Paysage): in tune with Kandinsky

Improvisation 31 (Paysage): in tune with KandinskyBronwyn WatsonThe Australian12:00AM October 8, 2016SaveOn the evening of January 2, 1911, Wassily Kandinsky attended a concert in Munich that completely dazzled him. He was so transformed by the music that he went home and that very night started painting his impressions. Such was the impact of that concert that Kandinsky became a pioneer in a revolutionary new visual language — abstraction.Kandinsky, with his partner Gabriele Munter and fellow a..
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Lake chiefs to take heat over flows

Murray-Darling Basin Authority managers are preparing to face Border landholders annoyed at handling of brimming Lake Hume MURRAY-Darling Basin Authority managers will face critics of its administration of Lake Hume releases.KODAK MOMENT?: A passerby at Corowa with her dog stops to take a picture of the fast-flowing floodwaters between Corowa and Wahgunyah. Picture: JAMES WILTSHIREMember for Farrer Sussan Ley has spoken to the body’s chairman Neil Andrew and chief executive Philli..
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Vic flood evacuation, residents on alert

Australian Associated PressRising water levels have forced the evacuation of Victoria's Ulupna Island as residents from other flooded areas begin returning home to brace for wild winds.Flood water is spilling over the levee bank and Ulupna Island residents or campers should leave immediately, authorities said on Saturday.The river island is bound by the Murray River and Ulupna Creek.People who have left their homes should go to the relief centre at Numurkah Showgrounds, or a friend's place that ..
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MANY MEMORIES: Brian Seidel at rest in his Beechworth studio ...

WEEKENDER: Beechworth artist Brian Seidel reflects on his life ahead of a new exhibition MANY MEMORIES: Brian Seidel at rest in his Beechworth studio. Picture: ELENOR TEDENBORGTOOLS OF THE TRADE: Brian Seidel developed his natural ability for art from childhood, always encouraged by his mother and grandmother.BRIAN Seidel paints things as he sees them and, with about 70 years of work behind him, he's seen a lot.THE BIG PICTURE:Beechworth painter Brian Seidel brings colour to the a..
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Degree to address agricultural needs

La Trobe University is launching a new degree to help boost regional economies and meet a growing demand for agribusiness professionals — and Shepparton is playing a major part.The Bachelor of Business (Agribusiness) will be taught at all Victorian La Trobe University campuses including Bendigo, Shepparton, Albury-Wodonga, Mildura and Melbourne from Semester 1, 2017. La Trobe’s pro vice-chancellor (Regional) Richard Speed said a unique feature of the course was three intensive place-based subje..
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Richard Roxburgh pens children's book Artie and the Grime Gang ...

Reading to his two sons opened the door to Richard Roxburgh's next creative venture. Richard Roxburgh pens children's book Artie and the Grime Gang out of love for his sons exitRichard Roxburgh is counting down the weeks playing solo parent while his wife, Silvia Colloca, an opera-trained mezzo-soprano, is performing interstate.The actor has just returned to the family's northern beaches home with its eyrie-top coastline views after a busy morning lending a ..
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Taming the tropics

Victoria, Walsh Street, South Yarra, $12m+One of Melbourne's busiest apartment developers, Michael Yates, has become his own client. He and his wife Louise are the classic empty-nesters: semi-retired, home alone and ready to downsize. With plans to split their time between the city and a property in the Riverina, the couple will buy an apartment in South Yarra after they've sold the Georgian-style five-bedroom family home they bought in the same prestige suburb almost 20 years ago. "The ho..
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Telstra, Optus and Vodafone tout aims for 5G mobile revolution

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Brisbane man falls asleep at wheel

Brisbane man falls asleep at wheel
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Man missing in floodwaters .	SA weather: Families check on embryos after fertility clinic generator fails in blackout .
What does Pokemon Go mean for the supply chain of the future? .	Cyber security in India .

First Australian Indigenous-language video game offers new platform for ancient culture and other top stories.

noreply@blogger.com (melbourne blog) — Tue, 11 Oct 2016 11:51:00 +0000

First Australian Indigenous-language video game offers new platform for ancient culture
First Australian Indigenous-language video game offers new platform for ancient culture Posted October 06, 2016 11:57:09 The world's first Aboriginal Australian-language video game is being developed in a bid to preserve traditional language and culture.The endless runner game is titled Tjinari, meaning "someone always on the go" in the Western Desert language Ngaanyatjarra."It's very important to make sure that our young people continue to speak our languages because..
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Bees 'highly intelligent'

In the research, the scientists were able to train 23 out of a group of 40 bees to pull strings with their legs and feet. Photo: Shutterstock.com Scientists in Britain have managed to teach bumblebees to pull strings to get to food and then pass on what they have learned to others in their colony – showing a high level of intelligence despite their tiny brains. Researchers at Queen Mary University of London (QMUL) said the experiments, often used to test the intelligence of apes and birds, s..
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The Great Pacific Garbage Patch contains even more trash than we thought

Researchers say there's more plastic waste in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch than was previously estimated, meaning it's more urgent than ever that we do something about this massive trash flotilla. The good news is that there's a clean-up operation scheduled for 2020. The bad news is that the cleaners have just flown a reconnaissance mission – and what they found isn't pretty. "More debris was recorded than what is expected to be found in the heart of the accumulation zone," write members of..
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Alien News 2016: 7000-Year-Old Alien Airbase Found, Says Iraq's Transport Minister

Iraq's Transport Minister Kazem Finjan claims that the first airport in the world was built by ancient aliens. According to Minister Finjan, the aliens built an airport for interplanetary transport 7,000 years ago in the Middle East. The statement was ...
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Paris climate agreement comes into force: Now time for Australia to step up

Paris climate agreement comes into force: Now time for Australia to step up Posted October 06, 2016 17:17:00 The Paris climate agreement is set to enter into force next month after the European Union and Canada ratified the agreement overnight. Key pointsThe Paris Climate agreement comes into force from November 473 countries have ratified so far, Australia is not one of themModelling suggests Australia will overshoot emission targets; if this were the case it would ..
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Why is this star dimming? Astronomers still don't know

A strange star in our galaxy has officially become even more enigmatic: According to data collected by NASA’s Kepler space telescope, the star mysteriously dimmed over a period of a few years. The star is called KIC 8462852, and it was already on scientists’ radar for fluctuations in its brightness. So two astronomers decided to study it more carefully, using images from Kepler. They discovered that from 2009 to 2012, the star’s brightness declined by just under 1 percent. Then, over a time per..
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Scientists just figured out where a massive chunk of Earth's crust disappeared to

Some 60 million years ago, what's thought to be the largest continental collision in Earth's history occurred, when the landmass of India ran into the Eurasian tectonic plate. That epic clash – which is still ongoing millions of years later – gave birth to the mountainous landscape of the Himalayas. But according to a new study, the collision didn't just send landmasses upwards – it also drove an enormous amount of the two continents underground. A team of geophysicists led by the University o..
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All the Incredible Things We Learned From Our First Trip to a Comet

The historic Rosetta mission has finally come to an end. Over the past two years, the probe’s many instruments have scanned virtually every nook and cranny of this weirdly shaped rock, unleashing a treasure trove of new information about comets in general, and 67P/Churyumov–Gerasimenko in particular. When Halley’s Comet paid us a visit back in 1986, the European Space Agency’s Giotto spacecraft was sent to explore the incoming ball of ice and dirt. By the time the mission was over, it became gl..
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The mystery of yawning: scientists suggest it's proof of a bigger brain

Everybody yawns. Everybody. The reflexive deep, jaw-stretching inhale followed by a pause and a forced exhalation is pretty much ubiquitous in the animal kingdom, at least among creatures with the right anatomy for it. It’s not clear why we yawn – or when our ancestors started the refreshing routine – but many scientists believe the action serves to cool down the brain. Brains use a lot of energy, and they run hot. Inhaling a rush of cool, ambient air chills the blood, and the widening of the j..
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What does Pokemon Go mean for the supply chain of the future? .	Cyber security in India .
Disney in Twitter takeover bid .	Defqon.1 Festival Australia: Police arrest 77 for drug offences .

Markets Live: Gold shares smashed and other top stories.

noreply@blogger.com (melbourne blog) — Mon, 10 Oct 2016 08:33:00 +0000

Markets Live: Gold shares smashed
That's all for today - thanks for reading this blog and posting your comments. We'll be back at the usual time tomorrow, around 9am. Have a good evening. Chicago Federal Reserve Bank president Charles Evans would be "fine" with raising US interest rates by year's end if economic data continued to come in firm, though any further moves would need to see inflation accelerating. "I have a forecast where things continue to improve. I do think there will be a rate increase," Evans said after a spee..
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International retailers seeking 1800 shops: CBRE

Swedish retailer H&M are among the international brands expanding in Australia. Demand from international retailers could absorb the entire new supply of retail space coming on to the market in the major CBD strips and malls over the next five years, according to a new report by CBRE.Its latest Pacific Retail Report forecasts 1.6 million square metres of retail space – about 1800 stores – could be required by international retailers over this period."I..
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News Corp Australia buys racing publisher punters.com.au

News Corp Australia has acquired digital racing publisher punters.com.au for an undisclosed sum. punters-com. According to News Corp, Punters.com.au averages a monthly audience “of more than 375,000”. Founded in 2008 as a blog, Punters.com.au now ...
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Australian household debt could be holding us back

Australian retailers received some welcome news today with the ABS reporting a healthy lift in retail sales of 0.43% in August. It was the largest percentage increase since October last year, and a welcome reprieve following paltry gains of 0.12%, 0.08% and 0.01% in the previous three months. However, even forgiving some statistical quirks in the seasonally-adjusted figures surrounding department stores sales, the healthy headline increase did little to address the overall trend in sales. As th..
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BHP upbeat about oil, gas rebound

Hard on the heels of OPEC's move to limit oil production, BHP Billiton has underscored its upbeat view on the outlook for oil and gas, as it argues the market is set to move back into balance in 2017, with demand set to exceed global supply.At the same time, the US is facing steep declines in oil output which has fallen by 1 million barrels a day from its April 2015 peak. It needs output to return to around 9 million barrels a day by the end of 2017 to balance the market, it said. The comp..
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FIRB boss shelves controversial plans to take advisory role at private equity company

FIRB boss shelves controversial plans to take advisory role at private equity company Posted October 05, 2016 18:06:11 Foreign Investment Review Board chairman Brian Wilson has shelved controversial plans to take an advisory role with a global private equity company to avoid a perceived conflict of interest.In a statement released this afternoon, Mr Wilson said he would suspend his proposed role with the Carlyle Group "to ensure there can be no question as to the inte..
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Cyber security in India .	Disney in Twitter takeover bid .
Defqon.1 Festival Australia: Police arrest 77 for drug offences .	State of excitement as Victoria's population passes the six million mark .

Albury to appeal forward's suspension and other top stories.

noreply@blogger.com (melbourne blog) — Sun, 09 Oct 2016 14:32:00 +0000

Albury to appeal forward's suspension

Albury has appealed star forward Josh Mellington’s grand final ban. Albury has appealed star forward Josh Mellington’s grand final ban.Mellington was outed for seven weeks after he was found guilty of charging Lavington’s Will Lenehan during the 40-point win over Lavington.The former Fremantle forward fronted the O&M tribunal last week after he was cited on video evidence.He pleaded not guilty, arguing it was not a deliberate act.However, the tribunal decided the amount of force w..
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Deluge forces players off courts for pennant

THE Albury Tennis Association has been forced to shift its opening two rounds of summer pennant to hard courts THE Albury Tennis Association has been forced to shift its opening two rounds of summer pennant to hard courts.NO PLAY: Ken Wurtz looks over the saturated Albury Grasscourts. Matches will be played on hard courts on Saturday. Picture: ELENOR TEDENBORGAssociation president Ken Wurtz said the consistent rain had given curator Shayne Ried no hope of preparing the grasscourts..
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Youngs take fresh approach

Cooking workshops and a culinary club are in the pipeline at The Essential Ingredient in Albury NEW VENTURE: Having lived in Albury for almost two decades, Carol and Barry Young are putting their stamp on The Essential Ingredient. Pictures: ELENOR TEDENBORGCOOKING demonstrations and a culinary club are in the pipeline for The Essential Ingredient in Albury.WORK SPACE: The Essential Ingredient co-owner Barry Young will host Border chefs to offer monthly cooking workshops and connec..
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COMMUNITY DIARY

A two-year-old whip cracker was among the crowd favourites at the 2016 Deni Ute Muster.
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Young guns' big impression

It's been confirmed – the best soccer players in country New South Wales come from the Riverina. IT'S been confirmed – the best soccer players in country New South Wales come from the Riverina.The Country Riverina under 15's team, which included seven players from the Albury-Wodonga Football Association, claimed the title of Country Champions at last week's Football NSW State competition.The side finished fifth behind their metropolitan counterparts in the week-long competition, b..
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Border breakfast wrap-up | Tuesday, October 4, 2016

Your morning news snapshot from the Border, around regional Australia and beyond. PHOTO OF THE DAY: @migrantchild "Flooding getting pretty serious on the causeway near Albury / Wodonga. #floods #albury #wodonga #bordermail #thisistheborder #sandbags #murrayriver"Good morning on the Border and happy Tuesday. We've got all the news headlines you need right here.Bureaucrats ‘are to blame’ as floodwaters downstream of Lake Hume riseFarmers downstream of Lake Hume have blasted Canberra..
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For blooming success, go easy on the water

The Albury-Wodonga & District Orchid Club's annual show takes place this weekend A FAMILY AFFAIR: Phyllis and Arthur Cochrane and Jenny and Keith Kilo are preparing for this weekend's annual orchid show at Mirambeena.THE appeal of orchids lies in the flower’s variety, with up to 30,000 different types estimated around the world.Just some of that multitude will be on display in Lavington this weekend at the Inland Championship Orchid Show 2016.Organised by Albury-Wodonga & District..
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Autonomous tractors could save the farm

Agricultural equipment company Case IH believes its autonomous tractor concept vehicle could open new career paths in agriculture and overcome labour shortages in the Australian industry. The Case IH Autonomous Concept Vehicle (ACV) was first demonstrated at the Farm Progress Show in the US in late August. The cabless row crop tractor can operate autonomously with a range of paddock implements along a preset route. Alerts let operators know if fuel, fertiliser or seed are low so they can be m..
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Sun to appear, then rain will roll on

RECORD wet conditions across southeast Australia are set to continue despite a brief reprieve with warmer conditions over the next few days.Temperatures in parts of northwest Victoria are forecast to top 30C this week. Mildura is expected to hit 28C tomorrow and 31C on Friday.Ouyen and Walpeup are both going for a top of 30C for Friday.The respite is of little comfort for farmers affected by floods and damaged or destroyed crops in recent weeks, with the Bureau of Meteorology tipping the wet wea..
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National suicide helpline Lifeline bracing for calls about marriage equality plebiscite, introduces new crisis category

The national suicide prevention helpline has introduced a new crisis category as it prepares to take more calls relating to the same-sex marriage plebiscite.Volunteers at crisis support helpline Lifeline are asked to enter the "main reason" for a call when dealing with people seeking help, and one of the options now reads "2016 Marriage Equality Plebiscite". More News Videos Previous slide Next slide Same-sex marriage: the facts RSL reform push grows ..
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Cyber security in India .	Disney in Twitter takeover bid .
Defqon.1 Festival Australia: Police arrest 77 for drug offences .	State of excitement as Victoria's population passes the six million mark .

Man missing in floodwaters and other top stories.

noreply@blogger.com (melbourne blog) — Fri, 07 Oct 2016 12:19:00 +0000

Man missing in floodwaters

A SUBMERGED boat has been found as emergency services and volunteers search for a man who is feared to have entered floodwaters close to the town of Forbes, in the Central West of NSW.The search is taking places as a river close to Adelaide has burst it banks and residents have been warned to sandbag properties as last week’s will weather continues to affect several states.More than 100 volunteers and three helicopters are searching for a 49-year-old man missing in an area impacted by floodwater..
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'Lockerbie-style tribunal' to deliver MH17 justice

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Pharmaceutical lobby groups may delay codeine ruling

A quiet push by three of the nation's most powerful pharmaceutical lobby groups to derail moves to make codeine drugs prescription-only has likely delayed a final decision until at least next year.The Therapeutic Goods Administration's Advisory Committee on Medicines Scheduling in October last year made an interim decision to remove codeine-containing products from over-the-counter sales from June this year, citing growing evidence of codeine-related harm. A move by three pharmaceutical lo..
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Donald Trump's leaked tax returns reveal $6108 salary

Oh, that ordinary American taxpayers, about whom Donald Trump professes to worry sooooo much, could get a deal like a 1995 bonanza by which the US taxman gave the Republican presidential candidate a truly remarkable gift – a deduction so massive that he quite likely paid no federal income tax for almost 20 years.It can reasonably be rounded to $US1 billion. The actual amount was $US916 million. And on the basis of three key pages extracted from Trump's 1995 tax papers and mysteriously mailed to..
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More than 120 partygoers arrested at Listen Out Festival in Centennial Park

More than 120 partygoers were arrested for drug related offences at the Listen Out Festival in Centennial Park in Sydney's east on Saturday. The arrests came as two teenage boys, who were headed in the direction of the festival, were taken to Westmead Hospital after a suspected drug overdose. More News Videos Previous slide Next slide Security guard throws festival goer off pillar Is this the beginning of the end for speeding cars? Deer filmed alive..
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Flood evacuees could wait weeks to return

Anna HitchingsAustralian Associated PressFamilies in parts of flood-hit regional NSW may have to wait a week or longer to return home after a predicted flood peak this week.The SES issued flood evacuation orders for several streets in Condobolin and Wagga Wagga on Saturday and are saying it could be a week or more before residents are able to go back home."Because of the very slow fall in floodwaters we're only going to see a small change over coming days, so it's not terribly likely that those ..
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Grandmother murdered in Adelaide home 'innocent victim of road-rage attack'

Neighbours have paid tribute to the "caring" and "doting" grandmother murdered in her Adelaide home on Friday night.Police believe 57-year-old Myrna Nilsson may have been the innocent victim of a violent road-rage attack, after she was followed from her work in Unley to her Valley View home, which she shared with her son and his young family.Detectives said she was followed home by two Caucasian men driving a white ute around 6pm. "They are beautiful people, quiet and unassuming," neighbour Bet..
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Severe weather warning issued for Victoria

SEVERE weather warnings remain in place after wind gusts up to 111km/h tore across Victoria.The Bureau of Meteorology on Sunday night warned of further blasts and heavy rainfall that could lead to flash flooding in major centres as a strong cold front moves east.Major centres in Melbourne, Bendigo, Shepparton, Ballarat, Seymour, Maryborough, Wodonga, Wangaratta and Geelong may be affected.“Falls up to 25mm should be common and isolated totals may reach 50mm with thunderstorms and on the higher r..
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Seven dead in WA road crashes

Australian Associated PressSeven people have died in a horror weekend on WA's roads, including one crash where a car was driven by an underage teenager.The 16-year-old boy was driving when he lost control of the car 140km east of Fitzroy Crossing about midday on Saturday, killing three people, including two passengers who were thrown from the vehicle.The silver Holden Commodore rolled and the driver, another 15-year-old boy and a 28-year-old man were all killed.A 16-year-old girl received minor ..
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SA weather: Families check on embryos after fertility clinic generator fails in blackout and other top stories.

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SA weather: Families check on embryos after fertility clinic generator fails in blackout
SA weather: Families check on embryos after fertility clinic generator fails in blackout By Sarah Collard Updated October 01, 2016 10:35:45 Anxious families have been calling Adelaide fertility clinics after storms across South Australia led to embryos being destroyed.About a dozen families received the distressing news their embryos, waiting to be transferred, had been compromised due to back-up generators failing during Wednesday's destructive storms and subsequ..
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Obesity rates to hit 35 per cent by 2025

Obesity rates to hit 35 per cent by 2025
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Hormonal Contraceptives Linked To Higher Depression Risk: Study

Women on contraceptive pills are likelier to be treated for depression, says a large Danish study. Published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, the study sought to explore the relationship between contraceptive use and mood, given millions of women around the world use birth control. Specifically, the researchers wanted to examine how taking contraceptive pills affects depression risk. For the study, Øjvind Lidegaard and colleagues used registry data from over a million adolesc..
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FDA warns against use of homeopathic teething products

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration warned against the use of homeopathic teething tablets and gels on Friday, citing potential risks to infants and children and prompting CVS Health Corp Inc to withdraw the products.The FDA is currently testing samples of the products and analyzing reports linking them to seizures in infants and children since 2010, the health regulator said in a statement. bit.ly/2dhHDDwCVS announced a voluntary withdrawal of homeopathic teething products following the FDA..
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Good news: people with acne appear to be protected against the signs of ageing

It might be cold comfort for those of you struggling with bad skin right now, but a new study has found that people with acne tend to have younger-looking skin as they grow older. Comparing genetic information from women with and without acne, the study found that acne-prone women had significantly longer telomeres (or chromosome caps) than their clear-skinned counterparts, which means their cells were better protected from the deterioration that usually comes with age. "For many years, dermat..
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Queensland's culling program is not the solution to NSW's shark problem

Sharks are back in the headlines following the attack of 17-year-old Cooper Allen off the coast of New South Wales. In response there have been renewed calls for culling and even the establishment of a commercial shark fishery. Queensland premier Annastacia Palaszczuk offered to extend her state's shark control program to include northern New South Wales beaches. Any unprovoked shark bite is devastating for individuals and communities. Accepting Queensland's offer of increased culling in New So..
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Big toe replaces thumb after horror workplace accident

Dean Reid kissed his wife and kids goodbye and went to work in May last year, just like any other day.But a workplace accident, in which both his hands were mangled in a roller, changed Mr Reid's life forever. Dean Reid's big toe was attached to his hand to create a new thumb. Photo: Cameron Atfield Many surgeries later, Mr Reid lost both ring fingers andÂ now has his big toe where his right thumb once was, as surgeons attempted to restore at least some function to his hands."The very fi..
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Woman sues QLD hospital and doctor for $5 million over husband's death

Brisbane man Michael Calder, 33, died while receiving treatment for viral meningitis in hospital on July 11,2014. (Facebook) A woman whose partner died after being given too much morphine is suing a Brisbane hospital and doctor for $5 million.Michael Calder, 33, died in the Holy Spirit Northside Private Hospital at Chermside on July 11, 2014 after being treated for viral meningitis and repeatedly complaining of severe headaches.His partner, Andrea Young, this week filed a statement of claim in ..
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What does Pokemon Go mean for the supply chain of the future? and other top stories.

noreply@blogger.com (melbourne blog) — Wed, 05 Oct 2016 14:49:00 +0000

What does Pokemon Go mean for the supply chain of the future?
It's easy to dismiss Pokemon Go as an online fad without application to business. But it's really the start of the augmented reality trend, which is set to shake up every industry and has particular application for distribution and supply chains.Augmented reality is one of the most important emerging technology trends. It involves overlaying a computer-generated image on a view of the real world. In a distribution context, it will allow a more accurate picture of the supply chain and its compon..
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Thousands of Australian computer log-ins up for sale on dark web

Thousands of Australian computer log-ins up for sale on dark web Updated August 30, 2016 16:12:05 Computers from a federal research network, a peak sporting body, a school and a local council are among tens of thousands of machines which have been hacked and had their login details put up for sale in a dark web marketplace, a Four Corners investigation has revealed. Key Points A dark web database contains the server details of more than 70,000 global organisationsSecur..
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Citroen reveals CXperience Concept ahead of Paris

Bold new concept pays tribute to Citroen’s past executive cars, demonstrates brand’s Advanced Comfort technologies and design. Citroen nowadays might be all about quirky cars and rally dominance, but in a bygone century the French carmaker made its name in making big, comfy, and plush executive cars. The brand’s new Paris motor show-bound concept car, the CXperience Concept, certainly aims to recapture some of that past reputation as it is designed as a new take on ‘the codes of executive sedan..
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Spotlight of scrutiny falls on "vague" Aussie broadband claims

The Australian Communications Consumer Action Network (ACCAN) has pointed to ‘confusing or misleading’ broadband speed claims by Australian internet service retail service providers (RSPs), recommending that new measures be implemented to improve clarity for consumers.In a submission to the Australian Consumer and Competition Commission (ACCC), the communications consumer peak body suggested that claims made by RSPs in relation to broadband speed and performance are ‘generally vague’.This vague..
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ANZ Bank includes MasterCard in Apple Pay, Android Pay coverage

Customers of the Australia and New Zealand Banking Group can now use their ANZ MasterCard credit card to pay for online purchases through Android Pay or Apple Pay. While other major Australian banks resist on using third-party mobile payment applications, the ANZ Bank has embraced the two online wallet systems and even extended the coverage to include MasterCard users. Good news! You can now use @MastercardAU with #ANZAndroidPay. T&Cs apply. Learn more: https://t.co/7i4769mt5X pic.twitter.c..
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Fitbit's Charge And Flex Fitness Trackers Just Got A Lot Better

Last Thursday, former volleyball star Gabby Reece worked out with a bunch of tech journalists on a rooftop in downtown San Francisco. I only made it through half of the 20-minute workout, which says something about my personal fitness level or the workout's difficulty, perhaps both. The event was to show off some of the features of Fitbit's new devices. One of those features, a new Cardio Fitness Level function, is actually to determine whether I'm as fit as I should be for someone my age. With..
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2016 VW Passat 206TSI R-Line

A new performance Passat is en route to Australia, with VW confirming a Golf R-powered version of its mid-size sedan and wagon will arrive in November.The all-wheel-drive 206TSI R-Line will headline the Passat’s MY17 model updates, landing Down Under with a $57,990 sticker price, or $59,990 for the wagon.The order books are now open for the 206TSI R-Line, powered by the 206kW, 350Nm turbocharged 2.0-litre from the brand’s current performance powerhouse, the Golf R. The 206TSI R-Line is being to..
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Cyber security in India and other top stories.

noreply@blogger.com (melbourne blog) — Sun, 02 Oct 2016 16:26:00 +0000

Cyber security in India
Author: Vidya Sharma, Melbourne Recently, technical and operational specifications of the Scorpene class submarine that India is buying from DCNS — a naval shipbuilder two-thirds owned by the French government — were leaked to The Australian newspaper. The incident follows the Modi administration’s launch of an AU$150 billion (US$113 billion) program to modernise the armed forces. It is a timely reminder of a basic flaw in India’s weapons acquisition and digitisation: a lack of expertise in cyb..
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iPhone 7 vs Samsung Galaxy S7: The BIG Flagship Fight

Apple's iPhone 7 has now been officially unveiled; after what seemed like an eternity of leaks, rumours, and speculation, the new model is here at last. So what's it like? Well as per usual, the rumours were pretty much spot on, and indeed it does seem like the major changes are being saved for 2017's 10th anniversary iPhone! However, there is still just about enough that Apple has tweaked aboard the iPhone 7 that may be of interest to fans - a significantly more sophisticated camera, enhanced ..
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Samsung Galaxy Note 3 review: Now Under £300 via Amazon

With the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 EDGE, the Korean phone-maker is most definitely back on form, in fact it's on a kind of form it never achieved before, a reinvention of itself complete with high-end materials and the slickest design ever. That move comes after a period of floundering when it came to the company's flagship devices, while previous iterations have been "ok", there hasn't been an astounding Galaxy S flagship since the Galaxy S2 (relative to the rest of the mar..
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This iPhone 7 Case Offers the Audio Jack You Couldn't Live Without

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Abarth 124 Spider from $42K

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Australia has announced a $41,990 starting price for its Mazda MX-5 based Abarth 124 Spider. The circa-$42,000 base price, which excludes on-road costs, applies to the six-speed manual version, making it $7500 dearer than ...
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Yahoo hack: World's biggest data breach could compromise Verizon deal and cost hundreds of millions of dollars

Yahoo on Thursday has revealed it has suffered from what could be the biggest data breach in history. While its users are still digesting the news, the massive breach could also have bigger implications and compromise Yahoo’s recent agreement with Verizon, its future parent company, costing it hundreds of millions of dollars. Verizon confirmed that it will buyout Yahoo for $4.83 billion (£3.6bn) in cash in July marking the end of the six-month sale process and the end of an era for a company th..
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Forza Horizon 3 Early Access Issues and How to Solve Them

Despite its launch next week, a Forza Horizon 3 early access opened today for certain players. However, it seems the game's early access is plagued with issues. GameSpot reports that early access players are facing download issues when trying to pre ...
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The real story behind the new mobile police and emergency network

A long running regulatory and multinational vendor battle for a dedicated emergency services network in Australia looks to finally have come to an end. The long battle to secure high-value spectrum to build a dedicated emergency services network for Australian state government police and emergency service operators (ESOs) is over, after Telstra announced its own commercial mobile solution would be ready for this summer’s fire season. Through the system called LANES, Telstra and its European te..
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