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2015-2016 Explore Tasmanias unique treasures World Heritage regions, national parks, pristine coastline, enchanting villages, bustling cities and convict ruins. Evergreen Tours' comprehensive itineraries ensure you dont miss out, but still have free time to explore on your own. Hobart, Mount Wellington, Port Arthur, Freycinet National Park, Cradle Mountain
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Since 1998, Aurora Expeditions has delved deep into Australia's ancient Kimberley Coast, teasing out its hidden treasures and natural wonders. Now, Aurora stretch that pioneering spirit 4000 fantastic kilometres across the top of Australia, on the voyage from Broome to Cairns. Imagine spectacular gorges, humpback whale nurseries, Wandjina and Bradshaw/Gwion Gwion rock paintings, seabird rookeries and Horizontal Waterfalls of the Kimberley, with Kakadu National Park and Arnhem Land.
2016 Discover the wonders of Western Australia and the Northern Territory as you travel through this vast and beautiful land, from the rugged landscapes of the Kimberley to the cosmopolitan city of Darwin and experience striking contrasts of landscapes, sights, people, wildlife and environments. Wonder at the sheer majesty of the spectacular wetlands and rock formations of the Top End and witness how time has stood still as Aboriginal culture lives and breathes in the expansive landscape at Kakadu National Park.
2015-2016 AAT Kings has got the Top End covered. Offering a range of half and full day tours, AAT Kings can help you experience the sheer scale of Kakadu National Park; discover the beauty of Katherine Gorge; explore the wonders of Litchfield National Park; and experience the indigenous culture of the Tiwi Islands or the city life of Darwin. You can also choose from a range of highly recommended optional extras to add to your tour to make your day even more enjoyable.
2015-2016 AAT Kings has got Uluru covered. Offering a range of half and full day tours, AAT Kings can help you experience the wonder of an Uluru sunrise and sunset; discover the mysterious domes of Kata Tjuta (the Olgas); marvel at the views over Watarrka National Park in Kings Canyon, as well as hear ancient stories of the Aboriginal people and even dine under the stars at an Aussie outback barbecue. You can also choose from a range of highly recommended optional extras to add to your tour to make your day even more enjoyable. Sit back and relax
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Discover the legendary Outback around Broken Hill with Silver City Tours. These 6-Day Packages ex Sydney or ex Melbourne depart weekly and are tailored to give you a special introduction to the Broken Hill region, travelling in air-conditioned coaches with experienced local guides. As the longest-serving tour operator in the Far Western Region of New South Wales, Silver City Tours invites you to sit back, relax and enjoy your journey of discovery.
2016-2017 Since 1925, AAT Kings has been delighting travellers with a range of Guided Holidays throughout Australia, from Uluru to the Great Barrier Reef, the Kimberley to Margaret River, Tasmania to Alice Springs and everywhere in-between. Take a delectable bite-sized short break or make a meal of it with a longer journey, discovering ancient culture, natural wonders, remarkable wildlife, stunning cities and great active adventures. Enjoy heaps of highlights, quality inclusions and luxury travel and accommodation with highly experienced tour directors.
Young at Heart Holidays is delighted to present its 2015 Big Book of Holidays. Young at Heart Holidays embraces the golden years for its travellers when, in today's changing world, the new "around 80" is the "over 60" of the past. As "on the go" extended overseas holidays and Australian outback "rough and tumble" experiences may be in the past, Young at Heart Holidays offers the opportunity to enjoy travelling within Australia, in the company of friendly, like-minded mature age travellers.
2016 These trips give your kids a chance to discover the world with you. The best thing is there's just as much for parents, grandparents or aunts and uncles to enjoy too. These trips are an opportunity to spend time with your family in a truly stimulating way. With guaranteed departures, you will be joined by another 2-3 families. The maximum group size is 16 (22 if overlanding) and with the security of an experienced leader on hand, you don't need to be well-travelled.
2015-2016 With competitive pricing - including a Beat Rate policy that guarantees to beat any rental rate - and excellence in service, DriveAway Holidays aims to be your number one choice for all self-drive holidays. The Car Rental & Motorhome Book covers car rental in the UK & Europe, USA & Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, UAE, Malaysia, Thailand and the South Pacific. Also offers Peugeot Leasing in Europe, motorhome rental, accommodation and more! Earlybird Deals!
2016 With big red deserts, sun-bronzed beaches, soaring peaks and lush rainforests, Australia and New Zealand offer a kaleidoscope of brilliant colours and startling natural beauty
Intrepid is for travellers with a yearning to get off the beaten track, discovering real people, real cultures and having incredible experiences along the way. Intrepid lets you experience the real world within the safety of a small group, with lots of freedom and flexibility. Includes cultural adventures, independent short breaks and urban adventures.
Mat McLachlan Battlefield Tours
2016 Treading the ground where Australians fought and died is a life-changing experience, an experience that reveals a lot about values that we all hold dear courage in adversity, mateship and sacrifice. Mat McLachlan Battlefield Tours is Australias leading dedicated battlefield touring company. See the battlefields in France, Belgium, Vietnam, Gallipoli, Germany and the Pacific the safe, friendly and easy way! Expert historians guide and accompany every group tour.
2015-2016 Combine a love of nature with small group travel in the company of like-minded enthusiasts
as part of the APT group, Botanica has more than 85 years touring experience - these botanically themed boutique cruises & small group journeys will surprise and amaze. Enjoy beautiful gardens, history, botanical lectures and gourmet delights in Britain (England, Scotland, Wales), Europe (Netherlands, France, Italy, Portugal, Mediterranean), USA, Canada, South America, South Africa, Japan, Singapore, Australia & New Zealand.
Travelling Divas introduces a new concept in travel boutique holidays designed by women for women. Rejuvenate, indulge, experience and be inspired by yourself or by the women you will meet in the wonderful destinations you discover around the world. Travelling Diva holidays are 4 to 5-star quality small group experiences for mind, body and soul. Every itinerary is custom‑made with a blend of 'off the tourist trail combined with more traditional experiences and the necessary diva touch of glamour.
When the last rays of the sun stretch through the Kentia palms and the azure sweep of the ocean fades into the night sky, youll know youve come to the right place. Just 700km north-east of Sydney, off the New South Wales coastline in the South Pacific, World Heritage-listed Lord Howe Island is a unique environment of forests and mountains fringed by the most southerly coral reef in the world. With attractive all-inclusive packages and a choice of accommodation, Pinetrees Resort is the perfect base to explore this extraordinary island.
See the world by sea kayak with Southern Sea Ventures. Al Bakker and his team have been guiding small group paddling expeditions around the world for decades and these adventures, graded from Easy to Moderate Plus for all ages, will thrill and inspire. The Pacific, Mediterranean or Caribbean await. Kayak, paddle and hike, explore cliffs and caves, fishing villages and historical sites, enjoy a gourmet trip, wildlife encounters, coral reefs, snorkelling
Destinations include Fiji, Tonga, Australia, Thailand, Turkey, Croatia, Sweden & Panama.
Seniors Coach Tours offers enjoyable holidays designed for those who enjoy coach travel, the company of others and lots of fun.
The easy pace itineraries balance the need to "move on" and the opportunity to stop and enjoy places you visit and the natural attractions. No rush, no fuss! Multi-night stops provide an easier pace of travel with greater enjoyment and relaxation and combine with overnight stops to provide the best itineraries all over Australia.
Discover paradise in one of the world's natural wonders fishing, snorkelling, diving the coral reefs, dolphins, whales and turtles, beaches and world-class food and resorts. Take your family or a small group on your own bareboat vessel (skippered by you) through Australia's best cruising grounds. Or, just relax and let eco-certified Charter Yachts Australia organise a luxury skippered charter holiday specially for you. Fully-equipped vessels accommodate up to 6 on fully-crewed vessels or 10 on bareboat vessels.
2015-2016 AAT Kings can show you the very best of Melbourne and its surrounds with these half-day and full-day tours including the Great Ocean Road, Puffing Billy, Wineries, Sovereign Hill, Grampians, City Sights and more. AAT Kings has been operating tours throughout the Melbourne region for over 30 years. Discover the best things to see and do in this vibrant city and its beautiful surrounding areas with Australia's No. 1 Day Tour Operator. Experienced Driver-Guides will enrich your tour with fascinating insights into the history and culture of this region.
2015-2016 AAT Kings has created 52 brilliant short holidays for you, ranging from 2-9 days and running at different times throughout the year. Choose from short breaks with your choice of accommodation, fully guided touring experiences, boutique small group journeys and easygoing small group adventures. Friendly and expert Tour Directors and Driver Guides provide the commentary, stories and insights that will bring each destination you visit to life: NSW, VIC, NT, SA, WA, TAS & New Zealand.
May-Sep 2016 Adventure Wild's eco-based tours are perfect for active mature travellers who love outdoor adventure but don't want to rough it. Travel in custom built 4WD all-terrain coaches with state-of-the-art features (max 16 guests). Camp in style with modern equipment, enjoy delicious meals. Swim in crystal-clear rockpools, walk into spectacular gorges and sleep in comfortable swags with all camping equipment supplied. Bungle Bungles, Gibb River Road, El Questro, Kununurra, Halls Creek, Fitzroy Crossing, Geikie Gorge and more.
2015-2016 You may have grown up here, or now call Aussie home... but how much have you really experienced of Australia? Too often we look to travel elsewhere, and forget about the adventures in our own backyard. Its time to discover the places you always wanted to go (or those you might not have thought about). And always only with 18-35s - no younger, no older. Its time to let the adventure begin. Dont waste a moment or let any experience pass you by. Make every moment count.
2015-2016 As Australias No. 1 Tour Operator, the AAT Kings explorer spirit is stronger than ever. More people choose to travel with AAT Kings than any other Australian tour operator. And AAT Kings has got Alice Springs covered. Offering a range of half and full day tours, AAT Kings can help you experience the incredible Simpson's Gap; discover Angkerle (Standley Chasm); explore the town of Alice Springs; and see the spectacular Palm Valley. You can also choose from a range of highly recommended optional extras.
For those who love to indulge in glorious wine and gourmet food, you can stave off any pangs of guilt by striding out into the countryside. Hedonistic Hiking is passionate about this combination and, since 2007, has been taking small groups (max 16) through Italy, Slovenia and Victoria, in the best food and wine regions, with an emphasis on premium quality, locally-sourced produce. Walk at your own pace, choose from 1 to 9 day eco-certified walks and hikes, stay in charming accommodation and enjoy authentic experiences.
Exhilarating and unforgettable! These slick snow escapes take you to the best and tested ski and snowboarding resorts in Canada, USA, Japan and Australia. No matter your budget or group size, Blue Powder is big on matching them to the experience you want. This brochure is filled with all the facts, highlights, first-class resorts, offers and activities, après ski and family fun. From Lake Louise, Canada to Niseko in Japan, Aspen, USA to Perisher in Australia and many more
Blue Powder takes you through the options.
The Kimberley is a once in a lifetime Australian outback experience. Rich with unique fauna and flora and lands created by stunning river systems revealing dramatic gorges and steep ravines, this diverse region is sure to impress. These fantastic holidays to the Kimberley, specially for senior travellers, are packed with value-for-money, comfort plus accommodation, luxury coaches, exciting inclusions and airfares to and from most Australian capital cities.
2015-2016 AAT Kings Short Breaks are the ideal way to explore the Northern Territory for those who seek the freedom to do what they want to do, when they want to do it. Customise your itinerary to your individual needs from a wide range of exciting AAT Kings sightseeing, experiences, small group tours, The Ghan, and budget to luxury accommodation. Discover the best of the Red Centre, Top End, Kakadu and the Kimberley. Youre free to go your own way with AAT Kings Short Breaks.
Join North Star Cruises on an adventure cruise around the Australian coastline and in the stunning waters of Indonesia and PNG. All cruises are activity-based and designed for the most discerning adventurer. Guests consistently remark thats the best holiday I have ever had. The magnificent True North features the ultimate in style, modern cuisine and a young Australian crew. Expedition boats take passengers away in small groups and, to add yet another dimension, most cruise options feature an onboard helicopter!
Welcome to the annual 2015 Australian Air Holidays catalogue of touring adventures. Inside you will find more than 30 exciting itineraries that will entice your senses for travel in our magnificent country. Australia is one of the biggest, most beautiful and interesting places to experience and there is no better way to travel the vast distances than in comfort and style aboard a private aircraft. From special outback events, to iconic and natural wonderment, to cultural and culinary delights, Australian Air Holidays' tours range from just 1 day to 32 days.
Backtrack to the Outback along Australias legendary highway, The Kidman Way. From Jerilderie - the gateway to the Kidman Way and a keystone in the Ned Kelly story travel through Griffith, Cobar, Bourke and beyond. Youll discover the real New South Wales Outback in the fascinating historic towns along the way. Whether youre travelling on your own or with friends or family, you will find all you need to have a wonderful journey in the style you prefer - hotels, motels, B&Bs, farm-stays, camping and more
2016 Rediscover the romance of rail journeys in Europe, Russia, Asia, India, Africa, USA, Canada, South America & Australia. From the first moment aboard you are taken back to the golden age of travel when trains glided gracefully through the countryside and the journey was as exciting as the holiday destination. From the opulence of a private suite on a luxury train to swapping exotic tales with travellers on a transcontinental odyssey, Rail Plus has selected the worlds greatest rail journeys for you to enjoy.
What sets Seniors Holiday Travel apart from any other?
Could it be that this multi-award winning travel agency offers the same deals that any wholesaler does but with full travel agency service? Or is it the time they take to craft the perfect all-inclusive journey especially for seniors from start to finish? Now you can enjoy fully escorted group tours, tailor-made or independent holidays, car hire, cruises in Australia, New Zealand, Asia, the Americas and Europe, plus free Seniors Holiday Travel Club membership and its many benefits.
With so much to explore in Australia, the ideal way you can see all the best is by car. Australia has a fantastic roads and highway network that allow you to enjoy all the famous sites, plus have the freedom to uncover some undiscovered treasures as well. This guide is aimed at the independent traveller that enjoys the independence and comfort of their own vehicle. It has all the information youll need for a self drive holiday in Australia, from hiring a car, rules of the road to some great ideas for touring the different regions and states.
Scott McGregor's Railway Adventures
Here is a rare chance to see the Queensland Outback from the air, sea and along the line. There are two tours to choose from, both led by Robert Kingsford-Smith. The first, at the end of the wet season, sees the landscape flush and green, the rivers full and the air dry and warm. The second, scheduled for springtime, presents its own colour and character. Youll enjoy many culinary delights, meet all kinds of outback characters and be bowled over by the variety of entertaining experiences on this unique adventure.
Go on fabulous journeys with Go See Touring, specialists in cruising, group and independent travel. This is a small selection of a wide offering. Every tour is escorted and fully inclusive; you dont have to worry about a thing. Go See pristine Norfolk Island, with many active options - bowls, art or music or Go See Tasmania, New Zealand, France or China. Go Sees first class journeys include a France Remembrance Day tour, Papua New Guinea Islands Cruise and the Best of China. Go See for yourself.
2016 APT's small group eco-certified 4WD Wilderness Adventures, Kimberley Cruises & Air Safaris bring comfort and style to experiencing the beauty of this remote World Heritage region. Expert local knowledge and a dedicated team make APT the Kimberley specialists. Strong relationships with traditional landowners gives you exclusive permission to stay in wilderness lodges and experience extraordinary touring with local guides.
Rail tours are relaxing, convenient and a great experience. These incredible Rail Plus packages and destinations mean you arrive refreshed, with easy access to accommodation and attractions. From Europes high speed trains, to the comfort of overnight trains, capital cities through countryside, highlights include the Swiss Alps, Great Wall of China, Canadas Rockies, London, Paris, the Balkans, Mediterranean, best of Britain and the States. All on lines you know Amtrak, Eurostar, BritRail, the Trans Siberian and Eurostar, with great passes and ticket options.
Broome, Kimberley & Beyond (formerly Broome & the Kimberley Holidays), with more than 20 years' experience, is the Western Australia and Northern Territory specialist. Due to popular demand, their range has now expanded to include South Australia's natural wonders. Relax on Cable Beach, cruise in the Kimberley, adventure through the outback, explore the wine regions, or try Perth, Adelaide or Darwin for something different
the range is spectacular: tailor-made holidays, accommodation, tours, cruises, rail journeys and self-drive.
Scott McGregor's Railway Adventures
Tasmania's cool climate and warm summers produce a wine quality that the mainland rarely achieves. And complementing the bountiful offerings from the vines and kitchens is the island's wild and magical natural beauty, its quirky and stimulating art scene, a living industrial and colonial heritage and a small collection of extraordinary railway journeys. This tour is a wonderful world of autumn colours, quirky transport, and passionate characters who bring to life the flavours and stories of our precious island state.
Tasmania is ideal for the mature-age traveller, compact, picturesque and relaxed. For over ten years now, Seniors Coach Tours has offered fantastic Tasmanian Holidays, enjoyed by thousands of 60+ travellers from all over Australia and is delighted to present its 2015-16 Destination Tasmania program, packed with 'value for money' holidays with comfortable accommodation, luxury coaches, most meals, admittances and includes airfares to and from most Australian capital cities. Join Seniors Coach Tours visiting this fabulous holiday destination.
2016 At Leisure holidays combine the very best of guided holidays with the freedom to explore each incredible destination on your own. If youre an independent-minded traveller who wants to delve deeper and discover more, Trafalgar invites you to unlock the world at your leisure. Youll enjoy all the advantages of Trafalgar's vast experience in planning hassle-free, guided holidays, along with the flexibility of independent travel. Take in more at each destination with longer stays of 2-3 nights and later starts on travelling days.
2015-2016 AAT Kings has been operating tours throughout the Sydney region for over 30 years. During this time we have discovered the best things to see and do when on holiday. Our experienced Drivers/Guides will enrich your tour with fascinating insights into the history and culture of the vibrant capital of New South Wales and its beautiful surrounding areas to give you the ultimate Sydney holiday experience. Includes Blue Mountains, Jenolan Caves, Hunter Valley Gardens, Harbour Cruise, Sydney Sights & Beaches, Outback Experiences and more.
April 2015-March 2016 Family owned and operated Sacred Earth's small group 4WD safaris explore remote wilderness in the Top End, Kakadu, the West Coast of WA, the Kimberley, Pilbara, Outback SA, Kangaroo Island, Nullarbor and Fleurieu Peninsula. Experience Aboriginal culture, ancient landscapes, spectacular gorges and amazing flora and fauna. These journeys provide maximum comfort and a more personal experience. For over 30 years, Sacred Earth has catered for all interests, groups and ages.
2015-2016 Discover your road to freedom with Australia's leading car hire and motorhome broker. Rely on Driveaway's 25 years of experience and award winning service to explore the great open roads and scenic drives: the Grand Pacific Drive, the Red Centre Way and the Great Ocean Road. With competitive pricing - including a Beat Rate policy that guarantees to beat any rental rate - and excellence in service, DriveAway Holidays aims to be your number one choice for all self-drive holidays. Earlybird Deals!
Scott McGregor's Railway Adventures
2016 Tour Leader Scott McGregor is an actor, presenter, writer and producer on stage, film and TV. He has hosted many popular shows as well as highly successful tours in India, Russia, Japan, Australia and Europe. Railway Adventures tours are designed for the comfortable, leisurely enjoyment of a country and its culture travelling as much as possible by train in a small group (average of 15). These unique themed journeys open doors to extraordinary places and people.


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LONDON >> Earthquakes are rocking Iceland's Bardarbunga volcano, adding to concerns that magma movements may trigger an eruption that could hinder air traffic.
Iceland's Met Office says two earthquakes measuring over magnitude 5 shook the volcano under the vast Vatnajokull glacier on Wednesday. Some 500 quakes have hit the area since midnight.
Iceland's aviation alert level remains at orange, the second highest. On Sunday, the Met Office lowered the alert level, saying there was no sign of an imminent eruption at Bardarbunga.
Regionally, the Penn State football team travelled to Ireland earlier this week for the Nittany Lions season opener against Central Florida in Dublin, which kicks off Saturday morning.
While Iceland is separated from Ireland by the Atlantic Ocean and about 900 miles, a volcanic eruption in Iceland could produce volcanic ash and potentially affect flights to and from Europe. More than 100,000 flights were cancelled following the 2010 eruption of the Eyjafjallajokul volcano.
When Eyjafjallajokul erupted in 2010, it sparked off a week of international aviation chaos.


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Ecoeos answers the question of who is at risk from environmental toxins and how people can protect themselves and their families.
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Ecoeos develops clinically-validated DNA tests to measure personal susceptibiilty to environmental toxins. Ecoeos' first product is a mail-in genetic test that reveals a person's mercury susceptibility. Mercury, a vile neurotoxin, can harm developing fetuses and children. Future products focus on toxins such as lead and pesticides. Surveys (N=1,100) indicate early adopters are 15M women of reproductive age who are environmentally sensitive.
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Jessica Ennis is determined to regain her World heptathlon crown and inspire more girls to take up sport.
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Ennis, 26, finished 129 points behind Tatyana Chernova in Daegu in 2011 but outclassed a field that included the Russian on her way to victory at London 2012.
However Ennis, who today begins her role as an Ambassador for Sky Sports Living for Sport, says that she still has unfinished business.
"Missing out on a gold medal in Daegu last year was a real key part of my career so far - it was a huge disappointment and it gave me so much more drive and determination to push on this year and make sure that I was where I needed to be at the home Olympics," she told Sky Sports Living for Sport.
"It's also going to give me the energy and determination to push on for next year in Moscow. I'd love to go there and get that title back and come away with that gold medal, so it's definitely going to inspire me and push me on."
Ennis piled up 6,995 points at London 2012 - the second best tally in Olympic history - and now has her sights on becoming only the fourth woman to break the 7,000-point barrier.
The former European and World heptathlon champion says the goal is possible if she can improve in all disciplines, but intends to focus in particular on bettering her personal bests in the long jump (6.51cm) and the high jump (1.95cm).
"I think at this stage I've got to be making improvements in small areas," she reflected, "so the high jump is an event that we've been looking at because it's not been where I've wanted it to be this year. So we'll go back and look at that and try to get it back up to where it needs to be.
"The long jump is another event that is a key event to make more improvements and get more points. But generally it's about keeping the events where they are and adding little bits."
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Ennis hopes that through her new role as an Ambassador for Sky Sports Living for Sport, a free secondary schools initiative run in conjunction with the Youth Sport Trust that uses sport stars and skills to improve pupils' confidence and skills, she can inspire more children to get involved in sport and achieve their goals - just as she did.
"I got into the heptathlon by coming to a summer camp at Don Valley," she explained. "It was a two-week summer camp that they put on in the summer holidays. It was an opportunity to try all of the different events; it was my first taste of athletics and I absolutely loved it. Then I moved onto training with the City of Sheffield training club and trained once or twice a week.
"So if you want to get involved in Heptathlon, my advice to you would be to get down to your local track - whatever city that might be in - and try the different events, see what you enjoy and see what you're good at and then link up with a club in your area."
Last week a Sport England study showed that 15.5 million people aged 16 or above are now playing sport at least once a week - a rise of 750,000 across the year, over two thirds of whom are women - while 1.57 million more people are participating than when London won the right to host the Olympics and Paralympics in 2005.
Ennis hopes the achievements of fellow sporting heroines such as Olympic flyweight gold-medallist Nicola Adams and swimmer Ellie Simmonds, a four-time Paralympic champion, will inspire women of all ages to get involved beyond the short-term.
"I think the Olympics and Paralympics has brought so many amazing women to the forefront of people's minds and inspired so many young girls around the country," she said.
"The likes of Ellie and Nicola, who have just performed amazingly this year across a broad range of sports, are just inspiring. I think it's going to make a huge difference in the next few years."
Find out more about Sky Sports Living for Sport - including how you can sign your school up to the initiative - by visiting www.skysports.com/livingforsport.


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- sugar
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- Slice two bananas into a blender or food processor and blitz with the Yofu and sugar for 30 seconds or until smooth.
- Churn in an ice cream maker until it begins to thicken - 10-15 minutes. Or freeze in a shallow container, whisking every 1-2 hours to break up ice crystals.
- To make the sauce, melt the spread, add the sugar and syrup and cook gently until the sugar dissolves. Stir in the Soya Dream and boil for 2-3 minutes to make a sticky sauce. Remove from the heat and allow to cool.
- To serve, layer the banana ice in four glasses with slices of the remaining bananas and sauce, then top with drizzles of sauce and a few pecans.
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Five Las Vegas youths were transported to a Santa Fe hospital Wednesday afternoon after the vehicle they were traveling in crashed into a median on Interstate 25 between Pecos and El Dorado and rolled several times, according to state police.
The driver of the vehicle, 18-year-old Ty Lewis, sustained the worst of the injuries — an apparent skull fracture, Sgt. Tim Johnson said. But he added that at this point, it appears that he is going to be fine.
Lewis is a graduating senior at Robertson High School.
Interim Superintendent Sheryl McNellis-Martinez's plan for boosting student achievement at the Las Vegas City Schools district includes finding the money so that every elementary school in the district will have its own principal.
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State health officials on Monday urged people to take precautions when cleaning summer cabins and storage sheds to protect against hantavirus pulmonary syndrome after the infection claimed its latest victim in New Mexico.
The state Department of Health said a 35-year-old Torrance County man has died from hantavirus. The department did not release his name.
San Miguel County has replaced four of its old vehicles with four brand new ones that burn cleaner thanks to nearly $516,000 in federal stimulus funding.
The stimulus money — awarded through a one-time Diesel Emissions Reduction Act grant from the New Mexico Environment Department's Air Quality Bureau — was also used to buy 10 diesel-fueled fired engine heaters for public works diesel vehicles.
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A budget balancing plan put forth by Mora Independent Schools Superintendent Thomas Garcia is causing a stir.
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"It would impact music, the band, shop and I think the librarian," said school board member George A. Trujillo, who is against the plan.
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Visualant to Present at the 2013 Gateway Conference on September 10 SEATTLE, WA -- (Marketwired) -- 08/27/13 -- Visualant, Inc. (OTCQB: VSUL), a leading provider of chromatic-based identification and diagnostic solutions, has been invited to present at the 2013 Gateway Conference being held on Tuesday, September 10, 2013 at the Palace Hotel in San Francisco. Visualant CEO Ron Erickson is scheduled to present at 2:30 p.m. Pacific time, with one-on-one meetings held throughout the day. He will discuss the company's upcoming launch of its breakthrough ChromaID technology that uses light to identify, detect, or diagnose materials that cannot be identified by the human eye. For additional information or to schedule a one-on-one meeting with Visualant management, visit www.gateway-conference.com and click on the Register/Login tab. You may also email your request to email@example.com or call Matt Glover at 949-574-3860. About Visualant, Inc. Visualant(TM) is a public company whose shares trade under the stock symbol "VSUL." The Visualant Spectral Pattern Matching(TM) technology directs structured light onto a substance, through a liquid/gas, or off a surface, to capture a unique ChromaID(TM). When matched against existing databases, a ChromaID can be used to identify, detect, or diagnosis markers invisible to the human eye. ChromaID scanner modules can be integrated into a variety of mobile or fixed-mount form factors. The patented technology is disruptive, making it possible to effectively conduct analyses in the field that could only previously be performed by large and expensive lab-based tests. Visualant has a Joint Development Agreement through December 31, 2013 with Sumitomo Precision Products Co., Ltd. ("SPP"), which focuses on the commercialization of the SPM technology and an ongoing License Agreement providing SPP with an exclusive license of the SPM technology in identified Asian territories. For more information, visit www.visualant.net. Investor Contacts Scott Liolios or Matt Glover Liolios Group Investor Relations Email firstname.lastname@example.com Phone +1 (949) 574-3860
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Devon Energy Corp. is selling most of its conventional assets in Canada for about $2.8 billion, the company announced Wednesday morning.
The deal with Canadian Natural Resources Limited follows Devon's announced $6 billion move into south Texas' oil-rich Eagle Ford shale.
"This agreement represents a significant step forward in the execution of our non-core divestiture process," CEO John Richels said. "This tax-efficient transaction provides for a clean exit from our Canadian conventional business at a value of nearly 7 times 2013 EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization), a substantial premium compared to Devon's current trading multiple.
"Furthermore, the timely execution of the largest piece of our non-core divestiture process accelerates the refocus on core assets."
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Help us to #raisethewhale!
We desperately need YOUR help to clean, conserve, re-mount and exhibit our iconic Finback Whale and other specimens in time for the Museum's re-opening in Autumn 2016. Our treasures deserve to be presented at their absolute best and it is essential they are preserved for generations to come. Any gift, no matter how small, will support our efforts and is greatly appreciated. So please, help us to #raisethewhale Thank you.
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Ocean Song: Sounds of the Sea FINAL workshop!
Saturday 14 November, 3pm-5pm, at the Department of Zoology
Free. Booking essential
Join us at the Ocean Song Project finale with BBC sound recordist Chris Watson and local choir leader Rowena Whitehead. Take this last chance to add your voice to the sound installation which will accompany the Fin Whale skeleton in the new Whale Hall at the Museum of Zoology when it reopens in 2016! Revisit highlights from the series of workshops which have been taking place since November 2014, hear about Chris' work and listen to his recordings from around the world. Then experiment with your own voices, with the help of Rowena as we build the sound piece together. No singing experience necessary.
Suitable for 8yrs+ Children must be accompanied
Find out more and listen to the results of previous Ocean Song workshops through our Ocean Song Blog
Arup building named in honour of Sir David Attenborough
On Tuesday 21st of April, the Arup Building, the building housing the Museum and the Cambridge Conservation Initiative, was officially renamed The David Attenborough Building, in honour of the great naturalist and presenter. We had the enormous privilege of taking Sir David on a tour behind the scenes. Further details
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Museum of Zoology awarded £1.8 million grant from Heritage Lottery Fund
The Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) has awarded a grant of £1.8 million towards the University Museum of Zoology, Cambridge. This funding will support ambitious plans to completely redevelop the Museum of Zoology with displays showcasing the wonders of the animal kingdom, and new stores to preserve its outstanding collections for the future. Wonders of the Animal Kingdom project pages
In order to realise our ambitious plans we need to raise additional funds. Any donation, however small, will help.
Snail Shell collection comes to an end!
Thank you to all of you who helped us collect snail shells over the summer! Collection has ended as we now have well over the target of 300! Some identifications will be sent to the Conchological Society of Great Britain and Ireland and all shells will now be passed over to artists Heather Ackroyd and Dan Harvey who will embed them in the Tree of Life art installation. The project is in partnership with the Cambridge Conservation Initiative and the piece will cover the entire end wall of the new museum foyer, currently pictured in our Facebook cover photo.
Academic Research 2013-2016
There are some important changes to the accessibility of the collections for research over the next 3 years. Please click the link below for further details.
Rhino horn thefts:
Owing to thefts of rhino horn in UK museums, all UMZC rhino horn material has been removed from the premises to a secure location. We apologise for any inconvenience.
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The Museum of Zoology is now closed for refurbishment until 2016, with support from the Heritage Lottery Fund.
Find out more about the redevelopment on the Wonders of the Animal Kingdom project pages, and the online publication Wonders of the Animal Kingdom. In order to realise our ambitious plans and provide a Museum that our collections deserve, we need to raise additional funds. Any donation, however small, will help. To make a donation, please go to the University of Cambridge Online Giving page
Follow progress of the Museum's redevelopment with the Inside the Cocoon blog. We have expanded digital access to our collections with the Animal Bytes blog telling stories behind the collections, and our new Store Stories project with the Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, and Whipple Museum of the History of Science, giving a glimpse of the work behind the scenes at the museums.
The Young Zoologists and Zoology Clubs will continue to run, and we have an active outreach programme throughout the closure.
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Darwin at the Museum of Zoology The Museum has strong links to Darwin. A permanent exhibition was opened in 2009 displaying specimens collected and used by Darwin, including animals collected during the Beagle voyage, and beetles he collected while he was an undergradate student at Cambridge.
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(CHICAGO) Rene Herrera, a student in The Chicago School's Master's in Clinical Counseling Program (MACC), has been awarded a 2010-2011 Schweitzer Fellowship. Rene, whose concentration is in Latino Mental Health, will provide a tutoring and mentoring program for youth at the Irving Park YMCA. The prestigious Fellowship is awarded to exceptional students in health and human services fields who serve the most vulnerable members of society.
"We are extremely proud of Rene and excited that he will have this opportunity to continue his work in the community," said Dr. Virginia Quinonez, Department Chair for the MACC Program and Associate Professor. "Rene's talent and commitment embody the dedication of everyone at The Chicago School to developing extraordinary practitioners who are leaders in their fields and agents of positive change in their communities."
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Q&A with Rene Herrera
TCSPP: What's the purpose of the Schweitzer fellowship and how did you hear about it?
Herrera: I heard about it through Dr. Hector Torres, and the idea is to create a community-based program. I work at the membership desk at the Irving Park YMCA (on Chicago's Northwest side) so I can see what the needs are.
TCSPP: What program will you create?
Herrera: It's a tutor-mentor program called Young Knights. . I noticed a lot of kids-from about age seven to 15-spending a lot of time at the Y. They have nowhere else to go. They talk to us at the front desk and tell us things like, 'My mom doesn't care.' So why not mentor them, help them with their issues, keep them from going out on their own and getting in trouble? We'll be a support system for them.
TCSPP: When do you start, and do you need volunteers?
Herrera:We'll probably start in July when kids are in summer camp, and it will be more mentoring at that point. We'll put more emphasis on tutoring when school starts for these kids in the fall. Some of the volunteers will be from my undergrad fraternity at Loyola University of Chicago. TCS' Office of Community Partnerships reached out to see if I needed volunteers. If anyone at TCS wants to volunteer with children, they could do this. About 80 to 85 percent of the kids are Latino. Most speak English, but sometimes they can express themselves better in Spanish.
TCSPP: What will happen after you graduate or move on to something else?
Herrera: That's the thing- Schweitzer wants the program to continue on, so that's the goal.
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Linux on Azure—a Strange Place to Find a Penguin
Taking Azure for a Spin
Using Microsoft Azure requires a free Windows Live account, as well as a credit card to open a charge account. If your employer participates in the Microsoft Developer Network (MSDN) program, you already may be entitled to a free quantity of Azure services every month. Once your account is set up, you can head to the management portal and start adding services.
The Azure control panel is, quite simply, gorgeous. Perhaps pretty controls are not a big selling point for a cloud service, but the Azure interface is marvelously interactive. As you set up services, messages on the status of operations appear at the bottom of the screen asynchronously. Performance graphs and history are integrated into the display, and the panel feels much more like a desktop app than a "click-submit-and-wait" Web interface.
Figure 1. The Azure management portal is easy to use and attractively designed.
Figure 2. The Azure portal displays task message and status.
Azure offers several flavors of Linux: CentOS 6.2, Ubuntu 12.04, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server and OpenSUSE 12.1. It's possible to roll your own image and upload it, but this requires working with Microsoft's Hyper-V server product, which is something the average Linux user is unlikely to have handy.
Figure 3. Five different Linux options are offered when creating a VM.
For this article, I create a CentOS 6.2 VM called "penguin1". A DNS name is created automatically for the VM in the cloudapp.net domain, which then can be CNAME'd if you own your own domain.
Figure 4. Setting Up penguin1 in Azure
VMs are not directly exposed to the Internet, but rather are given 10.x IP addresses. Inside the Azure panel, users then can configure endpoints to open firewall ports and map them as they like. For example, to set up a Web server, it's necessary to create a port 80 (and perhaps 443) endpoint, which can be mapped to any port desired on the VM.
Figure 5. Adding a Network Endpoint to Set Up a Web Server
This network firewall is a nice security feature. By default, only port 22 (SSH) is configured. If you intend to change your default SSH port (as often is done to prevent script-kiddie scanning), you'll need to change the endpoint in the Azure management portal as well. You also have the option of changing it in the management portal and mapping it back to 22 on the VM.
Creating "From Gallery" gives you the most options for creation. After supplying basic information, such as name and size, provisioning begins immediately and takes about ten minutes to complete in my experience.
Andrew Fabbro is a senior technologist living in the Portland, Oregon, area. He's used Linux since Slackware came on floppies and presently works for Con-way, a Fortune 500 transportation company.
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Windows Azure now "General Availability" with Microsoft SLA
Scott Guthrie's Blog
Thanks Andrew for the review of Windows Azure and Linux. FYI, very recently (April 16) Microsoft announced General Availability of Windows Azure Infrastructure Services (i.e. Linux and Windows Virtual Machines, Virtual Network). This means users can now run their Virtual Machines in full production with a Service Level Agreement backed by Microsoft. As part of General Availability, new sizes are available for both Linux and Windows Virtual Machines. More info available at the Scott Guthrie Blog, link above.
Mark Sorenson
Product Planner for Infrastructure Services (IaaS, PaaS, Virtual Networks)
Windows Azure, Microsoft Corporation
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The season is finally over so now what!?
With a new season just around the corner this small amount of running downtime we have can be put to good use. It takes months of training to get to the start line, but we can't forget about all the other things that keep us running healthy.
Firstly we should be letting our muscle recover from a long season of hard training. Beside resting we can utilize this time to get ready for the season ahead. We can assess the weaknesses we had in the previous season and start coming up with a strength training plan to fix them. For some having a few sessions with a personal trainer might not be a bad idea or joining any of the bootcamps that go on around the city. I personally like to focus on my core muscle, my glutes especially, hamstrings and calves. I'm pretty weak in my upper body so I round out my workout by setting a goal every season to be able to do X amount of pushups and chin ups, but my upper body gets very little attention. I don't need superman arms to run faster.
Next after strength I start to pick apart my diet. Between seasons is the best time to see a nutritionist and start a mini cleanse (cleanse meaning you clean up diet and take out all the bad things – sugars, milk, wheat, gluten caffeine etc). The first few days are difficult but after week one you will feel great. A nutritionist will guide you as to what to take away and what to add in to help support your immune system and create a healthier body.
One thing I am always struggling with is protein and which one to use. There are so many products out there now, but their is always at least one ingredient that I can't have or shouldn't have. My biggest problem with most products is their flavours. Why all the masking? I don't really like the idea of downing something that tastes like a MacDonalds strawberry milkshake first thing in the morning or after a long hard workout. I like no flavour, and simple whole food ingredients. I finally found a product from Omega Nutrition. It's simple – it's one whole food protein which is a Pumpkin Seed Protein.
On the bottle it says ingredients: Partially Defatted Certified Organic Pumpkin Seed Protein Powder. I was sold! It's tasteless, so whatever you put it in will not be affected. So far I have been drinking it with unsweetened almond milk and it's great. I did put it in my orange juice yesterday and it was even better! Some protein powders are harder to dissolve that others, but his one is not bad. It doesn't clump which is better than most, but I will be honest it can be a little sandy if you let your drink sit for too long. Sandy is better than clumpy and with a quick stir of your drink it's fine. If you don't think you would like the sandy texture then adding this to a smoothy type drink will alleviate the sandy texture. So far I have just been drinking it straight with liquids to get a real sense for how it is on it's own without any masking agents. I am really enjoying this product and I think you will as well. I like my food simple and it's been years to find a protein to fit that model. The best part is, if you go online to their website http://bitly.com/pumpkinprotein they have a great selection of recipes you can make using their protein powder. My favourite – Pumpkin Seed Protein Powder Banana Bread. Now for the really good part. Not only it is a simple whole food and works great, it's only $17.95 a bottle. For a runner who is already shelling out a whack of money on running shoes, gels, clothing and coaching – this price just makes sense and can easily fit into a runners budget.
Now that we have covered strength and nutrition – next is body maintenance. The season starts to close in on you and your life gets really busy and you keep putting off going to see the massage therapist, physiotherapist or your chiropractor to fix or treat that small niggling pain you have been having in your ankle or knee or lower back. Now is the time to while you have it to go and see your specialists. Book those appointments. Get the kinks worked out before you start a new season. Sometimes your body will heal on it own, but some times it needs a little more. If you don't already have a therapist contact me and I will be happy to recommend some that will work for your location. If your one of the lucky few that had a pain free season, I still think it's a good idea for you guys as well – get to a massage therapist just to flush your muscles.
Now that you are ready for the next season – set your goals and have fun!
What will be your next big goal race?
Me – I'm going to Chicago for the first time ever. Very excited.