British Columbia’s emergency health workers are finding themselves in a pretty good place as they mark Paramedic Services Week in the province in 2023. “It’s an exciting time to join BCEHS,” says Sara Thomas, the manager of clinical operations for Kootenay West. “With changes to the collective agreement, it’s creating quite a bit of excitement … [Read more…]
A man has been charged with two counts of arson over a deadly Wellington, NZ, hostel fire. (Masanori Udagawa/AAP PHOTOS) A man has been charged with two counts of arson over a fire at a hostel in Wellington, New Zealand, that killed at least six people. New Zealand Police say they have not ruled out … [Read more…]
SHANNON REDSTALL/Stuff Specialist negotiators spent three hours at a Christchurch property trying to coax out a wanted man. Police negotiated with an armed man for more than three hours at a Christchurch property before taking him into custody. Residents were told to stay inside their houses as armed police surrounded a Barbour St, Waltham property … [Read more…]
If the South East Football and Netball working group’s proposal goes ahead, the Mid South East and Kowree Naracoorte Tatiara leagues would be the only two competitions in the region. Picture: FILE James Murphy THERE has been speculation by the bucket load following last week’s press release regarding a proposed format for South East football … [Read more…]
Bill Ralston may have once called her the Aunty of the nation, but Seven Sharp host Hilary Barry has not been confirmed as a “bona fide member of the media”, according to international football governing body Fifa. Barry was denied access to the Fifa media hub, which is required for any members of the media … [Read more…]
One of 204 Eugowra homes that was swept away or severely damaged during flash flooding in November last year. Donna Jones The Rainbow Beach DroughtRunners, headed up by local philanthropist Tony Stewart, has contributed more than $800K to worthy causes since they started deploying aid in September 2015. Initially, the group was set up to … [Read more…]
By Denise Rosson Members of the Hollyberry Garden Club recently held their Books In Bloom flower display at the Severna Park Library. Vibrant, original flower arrangements were used to interpret works of literature using fresh flowers and unique, colorful containers. Event coordinator and longtime Hollyberry member Peggy Turnblacer said the event gets more popular every … [Read more…]
Music fans enjoy a concert at HopMonk Novato (courtesy KC Turner Presents). The lineup has been announced for the 10th annual Cookout Concert Series at HopMonk Novato. The concert series, which is put on by KC Turner Presents and held at the tavern’s lovely, intimate outdoor amphitheater, features such acclaimed acts as Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, … [Read more…]
A truck driver is on bail after 18 children were taken to various hospitals following a bus crash. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS) Seatbelts could be made compulsory on all Victorian buses after primary school students suffered life-altering injuries in a crash in Melbourne’s west. Premier Daniel Andrews said the government could consider mandating seat belts on … [Read more…]
LADIES GOLF The winner of our Tuesday morning golf was Laura Hickey with 19 points and lucky dip Kay Crowe. Our second medal competition for the Claret Jug held on Sunday, 7th May and Wednesday, 10th May was won by our Lady captain Jacinta Coman (22.7) 70 nett. 2nd Pauline Fitzgerald (18.5) 74 nett, gross … [Read more…]