If there’s any hint of unintended consequences — for example, an untidy debate about who exactly qualifies for the description “indigenous” — then the proposition [for constitutional recognition] will be defeated. — former Foreign Minister, Bob Carr, 2012 There was consternation in Tasmania last month when its government was told it could not change the … [Read more…]
(PHOTO: Rex) Australian regional carrier Rex congratulated Luke Kelly and Luke Morris, the inaugural recipients of the Max Hazelton Award for the most outstanding Cadet Pilot among the latest of the airline’s graduating classes. The awards were presented at a special graduation ceremony in Sydney by Toby Hazelton, the son of the legendary aviator and … [Read more…]
This road rule is commonplace around the world and most motorists overseas are adept at following it. But we seem to have a problem with it. Travel overseas and you’ll see drivers merging on busy freeways, autobahns and arterial city roads without a problem. In Australia, it becomes a flash point for road rage. THE … [Read more…]
Customers from Tamworth were welcomed by a troupe of Sunshine Coast line dancers and musicians from the Gympie Music Muster. Bonza’s first flight from Tamworth to the Sunshine Coast was the 13th and final to launch as part of the low-cost carrier’s initial roll out from its home base. The airline is now operating 39 … [Read more…]
This road rule is commonplace around the world and most motorists overseas are adept at following it. But we seem to have a problem with it. Travel overseas and you’ll see drivers merging on busy freeways, autobahns and arterial city roads without a problem. In Australia, it becomes a flash point for road rage. THE … [Read more…]
Snake rescued after Australian woman sucks reptile up in vacuum cleaner When Drew Godfrey, of Hervey Bay Snake Catchers, thinks he’s seen it all in his profession, someone calls him and says their wife has sucked a snake up with the vacuum cleaner! Thankfully, the snake was unharmed, just a little dusty and confused, Godfrey said. … [Read more…]
The Impact World Championship and the Knockouts’ Tag Team Championships were on the line this week, along with a return to the Impact ring for Nick Aldis. Impact Wrestling 11/5/23 from Cicero Stadium in Chicago, IL The opening video focused on Trinity’s debut on last week’s show and immediately setting her sights on Deonna Purrazzo … [Read more…]
With global aviation racing back to a full recovery, shortages of aircraft, engineers and pilots are hindering the return to 100% pre-COVID capacity. Like most parts of the world, Australia is feeling the pinch of a pilot shortage, but one airline is doing something about it. As well as running an extensive domestic and regional … [Read more…]
A half-sister to Cox Plate champ Savabeel is aiming to finish her career with a win at Queanbeyan on Sunday before heading to the breeding barn. BEST BETS, INSIDE MAIL The daughter of Vancouver out of Savannah Success will have her final race start in the We Support Two Squadron SASR Class 1 & Maiden … [Read more…]
Victorian families, including those in Melton and Moorabool, will be able to access more free alternatives to visiting a busy emergency department with the opening of two after-hours Children’s Priority Primary Care Centres (PPCC). The two new centres will be open at the Monash Children’s Hospital and the Royal Children’s Hospital. Operating at night and … [Read more…]