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Building Interdisciplinary Research Capacity: a Key Challenge for Ecological Approaches in Public Health
1 Department of Health Sciences, Lakehead University, 955 Oliver Rd, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 5E1, Canada
2 School of Health Sciences, University of Northern British Columbia, 3333 University Way Prince George, BC V2N 4Z9, Canada
3 Department of Earth Sciences, Simon Fraser University, 8888 University Drive Burnaby, BC, V5A 1S6
4 Faculty of Health Sciences, Simon Fraser University, 8888 University Drive Burnaby, BC, V5A 1S6
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Special Issues: Ecological Approaches in Public Health
Keywords: interdisciplinary research; interdisciplinarity; ecological; public health
Citation: Lindsay P. Galway, Margot W. Parkes, Diana Allen, Tim K. Takaro. Building Interdisciplinary Research Capacity: a Key Challenge for Ecological Approaches in Public Health. AIMS Public Health , 2016, 3(2): 389-406. doi: 10.3934/publichealth.2016.2.389
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Sometime around the end of 2014 or the beginning of 2015, my wife, Kelly, and I began discussing the possibilities of moving to Florida. It wasn't that we were looking to leave Massachusetts. We love our families, especially our younger nieces, nephews, and cousins. I certainly wasn't looking to leave my job. After all, I cried ugly tears when I told the president of the company I was leaving. I was just about to hit my 15-year anniversary where I worked, and was only a few credits shy of completing my MBA. There was just something that attracted us to Florida, and that something was Walt Disney World. My wife has always loved Walt Disney World, and at some point in our relationship, my love for it surpassed hers.
My goal with this article isn't to tell you whether or not you should uproot and leave, that's for you to decide. I'm just here to let you know some things to keep in mind if you're thinking about moving out of state.
Cost of living
We did some research and thought we knew the comparison of the cost of living between Massachusetts and Florida. But, we found that what we thought wasn't entirely true. The housing cost was significantly different. We owned a 2 bedroom townhouse in Massachusetts with 1 ½ baths and a finished basement, which we ended up selling for somewhere around $175,000. In Florida, we rented a house in Davenport (about 12 miles west of Walt Disney World) that had 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a 2 car garage, and an indoor pool. The house next door had the same setup and sold for around $175,000. Which would you rather have?
Utilities in Florida were similar to Massachusetts, maybe slightly higher because we ran our air conditioner for 11 months out of the year and kept the pool filter running, but similar. And of course I needed to have DirecTV so I could still watch the Patriots games. In reality, this was definitely a want and not a need.
The cost of groceries was not similar, at all. Sadly there are no Market Baskets in Florida. Even when items were on sale or there was a special deal (buy 1 get 1), it still didn't compare to Market Basket. Not too long after moving back to Massachusetts, Kelly and I were in Market Basket. I forgot my wallet with my debit card in it, but luckily had $100 cash on me. As I watched the items move across the conveyor belt I started to get nervous that I wouldn't have enough cash. The cashier finished and told me my total… $62. In my head I started to laugh, I certainly wasn't getting more for my dollar in Florida.
Be sure to do heavy research on what it actually costs to live where you're going. Consider things like housing, groceries, gas, cable, utilities, shopping and entertainment.
Emotional spending
No matter where you live, your emotions play a huge factor in your spending and your financial wellness. Living away from family and friends can definitely have an effect on your emotions, which impacts spending habits. When we first moved down, my wife and I only had one another, so if we had a tough day or missed our families, more often than not, we'd go out to dinner, go to one of the parks or maybe go shopping when we should've stayed at home and hung out by the pool.
Be prepared to face the emotions that come into play when you move away, and make it a point to not let them impact your spending.
Missing family time
No matter how hard you try you're going to miss family events when you live away from home, and that stinks. Kelly and I lived in Florida for 21 months, and off the top of my head I think we came back to Massachusetts nine times. We had a tenth trip scheduled, but moved home just before it happened. Even coming home that often, we still missed events, birthdays, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Christmas, and our niece's christening.
Will you actually be able to handle being so far away from your family and friends? Is missing these types of occasions and even everyday life worth it? These are important questions to ask yourself.
Living where people vacation
You obviously want to spend as much time with your family as possible when they visit your state. Kelly and I always had an open door policy, and loved spending time with our family and friends whenever they visited, but it was tough to balance everyday life with their vacation plans.
If you're moving to a place that people will make a vacation out of a visit, be prepared to have to deal with that. You also want to consider that people may not be able to come visit you at all.
Insurance is different in every state
Each state has different laws for what is and what isn't covered by health insurance. This is something I absolutely wish we had done more research on. The truth is we never thought about it. We returned from our honeymoon on May 3rd, and moved to Florida on June 22nd. We never realized we'd have so many difficulties trying to get pregnant. In Florida, IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) isn't covered by insurance, so you have to pay everything out of pocket. We didn't know this, but certainly wish we did.
Do you have prescriptions that you regularly fill or do you see a specialist for any health reason? Research the insurance coverage in the state you'd like to move to so you can make sure you will be covered when you get there and that you are prepared for any changes you have to make or health expenses you will have to take on.
Moving. Isn't. Fun.
When you take into consideration all the wrapping of fragile items, packing of boxes, keeping finished boxes out of the way and waiting for the portable storage units to be delivered, it feels like a whirlwind. For me, the worst part was organizing the moving truck. I'm terrible at it, but luckily for me, Kelly is great at it.
Be sure to think about the actual moving part, and whether or not you are ready to take that on.
Florida is hot. The summers in Florida are like the winters in Massachusetts – you don't leave the house unless you really have to. For someone like myself who works in an office all day it wasn't a big deal. I'd drive in my air conditioned car to my air conditioned office. I'd then get back in my air conditioned car and head home and go in the pool or watch TV.
If where you're going entails a drastic change in weather, think about whether or not that's a change you're willing to deal with.
Where exactly you will live
Kelly and I knew we wanted to live in the Orlando area so we didn't really think about this, but if you're moving to a different state, it's important to consider the area where you will live. Do you want city or country? Do you prefer to live somewhere where there is a lot of diversity? Do you need to be somewhere that offers public transportation? The neighborhood you live in can certainly impact your overall quality of life and the experience you have in this new place.
Don't Rush
The place you're thinking of moving to will always be there. There's no need to rush into things. Take your time, and make sure you're well-informed before you take this very big step.


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The Life of Pete Maravich
An account of the personal life and professional achievements of the troubled 1970s basketball star, from his relationship with his obsessive father and unbroken college scoring record to the personal demons that challenged his life and his evangelical Christian faith.
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Climbing the World's 14 Highest Peaks
For eighteen years Viesturs pursued climbing's holy grail: to stand atop the world's fourteen 8,000-meter peaks, without the aid of bottled oxygen. As he recounts his most harrowing climbs, he reveals a man torn between the safe world he and his loved ones share and the majestic and deadly places where only he can go. A cautious climber who once turned back 300 feet from the top of Everest, but who would not shrink from a peak (Annapurna) known to claim the life of one climber for every two who reached its summit, Viesturs has an unyielding motto, "Getting to the top is optional. Getting down is mandatory." It is with this philosophy in mind that he vividly describes fatal errors in judgment made by his fellow climbers as well as a few of his own close calls and gallant rescues.—From publisher description.A veteran mountaineer recalls some of his most dangerous climbs as he pursued the goal of reaching the summit of the world's fourteen 8,000-meter peaks, discussing some of his own close calls and rescues, and errors in judgment on the part of fellow climbers.
The Numbers Game
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Drawing on numerous interviews with colleagues, competitors, and others, a portrait of the legendary quarterback follows the extraordinary career of the late Johnny Unitas, recalling his seventeen-year career with the Baltimore Colts, his seminal leadership skills, and the athletic talents that made him the dominant football player of his generation. 50,000 first printing.
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The best-selling author of Moneyball follows one young man from his impoverished childhood with a crack-addicted mother, through his discovery of the sport of football, to his rise to become one of the most successful, highly paid players in the NFL. 250,000 first printing. First serial, New York Times Magazine.
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The Echoing Green
The Untold Story of Bobby Thomson, Ralph Branca, And the Shot Heard Round the World
Presents a dramatic rendering of one of the most famous moments in baseball, Bobby Thomson's 1951 ninth-inning home run that clinched the pennant for the New York Giants over their archrivals, the Brooklyn Dodgers.
To the Ends of the Earth
Adventures of an Expedition Photographer
A premier adventure photographer presents a photographic record of his extraordinary odysseys to some of the world's most remote and dangerous locales, accompanying such modern-day explorers as Jon Krakauer, David Brashears, Alex Lowe, Conrad Anker, Will Steger, and Norman Vaughan to the Amazon jungles, Himalayan mountains, Antarctica, and beyond.
A Revolutionary Approach to Effortless, Injury-Free Running
A running coach and nationally ranked ultra-marathon runner draws on the principles of t'ai chi to develop a comprehensive running program that promotes greater speed and distance with less effort while preventing and healing injuries. Original. 50,000 first printing.
The Five Mindful Steps for Lifelong Health and Energy
A program that incorporates the principles of T'ai Chi into a walking regimen focuses on body alignment, strength, and muscle relaxation, in a guide that also provides specific recommendations for increasing energy and relieving tension. Original. 50,000 first printing.
From The Streets To The Ring : A Son's Struggle To Become a Man
A memoir by the noted boxing trainer detailing his odyssey from juvenile delinquent to boxer, his work with boxers Mike Tyson and Michael Moorer, his relationship with Sammy Gravano, and his encounters with the high-stakes world of sports.
The Thinking Fan's Guide to the World Cup
A literary companion to the 2006 World Cup of soccer provides a colorful look at the countries, teams, and players at the latest competition, in a collection that includes essays by Roddy Doyle, Zadie Smith, Caryl Phillips, James Surowiecki, Robert Coover, Aleksandar Hemon, John Lanchester, Tom Vanderbilt, and William Finnegan, among others. Original. 50,000 first printing.


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Luke's context for the language of "treasure in heaven" is, again, different. In Matthew, Jesus was preaching. In Mark, a man asks Jesus what he must do to inherit eternal life. In Luke, two brothers are in disagreement over their inheritance, and one of them asks Jesus for help.
Jesus then tells them a parable. The parable shows us a man who "has" in abundance, but who keeps building bigger storage for the more that he feels he needs. And then, when he has all he needs, he can "eat, drink, and be merry." This attitude, which echoes that pessimistic attitude of Ecclesiastes (9:7, "Go, eat your bread with enjoyment, and drink your wine with a merry heart; for God has long ago approved what you do"), Jesus challenges. God is not ...
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We loved our time here. It was fun hiking to the vineyard and to Carter Falls. Very clean and nice place to stay
I lived under mellow mushroom and know for a fact that there is no tent camping here. There are paid parking lots on king and queen street, and have seen campers be able to stay there. But NO tent camping here in downtown Boone. Be better off trying to camp at local park or greenway I think, but there's so much to offer around, find a nice tucked away spot like trash can falls less than 15 away from there.
We stayed at the Carolina Hemlocks campground while taking a road trip down the Blue Ridge Parkway. Very private campground that borders the South Toe River. Nice tubing put in and a great swimming spot directly in the campground. The bathrooms and shower was well taken care. Very friendly camp hosts. We stayed in site 31, which was a nice wooded private spot in the back of the campground.
There is a little bit of everything here. Mountain location meets all the view requirements to include the rushing stream as you come in. Owners are supper friendly and want to make your stay enjoyable. There are cabins, tents, and RV sites so you can take your choice of sleeping accommodations. Plenty to do for kids of all ages with game room, swing set, basketball, corn hole, and a field big enough to throw a frisbee or play catch. Add a little creek through the middle and a fishing pond; what more do you need?
Campground is well maintained. The RV Sites are level. The bath house is clean. The WiFi is A++, can you say streaming?! You have your choice of open site or one with tree cover. If you are looking for a place to see the leaves changing color this is the place to stay. Don't wait to make your reservations it fills up fast!!!
We stayed for two nights, a little away from the main camp area but was kinda glad for it. Had a great spot tucked into the woods near the water. Great path to skip rocks and just enjoy. Fire pit was a little weird but made it work. We were close to the road which was kind of a bummer but as I mentioned, not in the main area so probably can't fault it for that.
When driving through the main area though, spaces were pretty tight, very full, and not all seemed friendly for a camper/RV though there were some. It was truly beautiful though, gas station on the way in and downtown Burnsville/grocery store wasn't too far away.
If you can get past the fact that the building with the camp store looks like something out of Hoarders, there's piles of stuff stacked up all over inside & out & abandoned boats you'll find that this is North Carolina's Crystal Lake. The pool & water slide have been neglected sitting unused for many years & a haunting reminder of better days. It's creepy, run down, a lawsuit waiting to happen & either needs an overhaul or they need to close. The upper campground looks like it's mostly full timers & getting a rig up there would be a challenge to say the least. The ones that are occupied have stuff piled up outside it & that's also where you find the cabins but considering the state of disrepair the rest of the place is in I'd be worried about falling through the floor. There's an old abandoned camper that's obviously been neglected from the 60's & I didn't even want to know what was waiting on the other side of the bathroom door up there. The lower campground was close to deserted complete with a old van & hippie, a pop-up camper with tent & another pop-up camper with a tarp over it. The only way to distinguish between the overgrown grass & the campsites are the pole with a number on it. If you have more than 2 people you have to put picnic tables together & the fire rings are car rims without the tire. The shower house is cinder block tombs with rotting bedroom doors & the bathroom is several porta potties sitting around. In the back part of the lower campground there was an old building half enclosed/half open & stuff piled up around it. The only good thing about here is the waterfall. I don't make a habit of writing reviews this negative but this place should come with a warning label.
We came here as our second ever camping trip and it wasn't exactly what we were expecting but it was definitely an adventure. It was beautiful and quiet and relaxing. The only thing we were not happy about is the insane amount of bugs in the bathroom. But, ya know North Carolina summers.
We stayed here because we are TT members. We really loved it. The very front part has paved sites with decks, benches and table and some are on a creek. Everyone was friendly and helpful. Easy in and out. Enjoyed being close to Boone and Blowing Rock. Definitely will be back.
We stayed at the Stone Mountain campground 5 nights/6 days, and enjoyed every minute of it. There aren't many trees between the RV/full hook up sites, but they're far enough apart that you don't feel like you're on top of your neighbor. There is a gorgeous little creek that runs through the middle of the full hook up sites, which made it even more peaceful sitting around the fire at night, and our daughter loved exploring it during the day. The bathhouse was a ways away from our site (53), so we typically rode a bike or drove the truck. This could be problematic for someone with limited mobility, or small children that can't hold it very long. But it wasn't really an issue for us. The bathhouse was usually spotless, well stocked with toilet paper, well heated, and not very busy at all. The showers will get pretty warm, which surprised me, and the pressure is pretty good as well. However, you have to push the button down every 10-15 seconds, and the stall is pretty small. They are sufficient for washing off the sweat and dirt from spending a day hiking though. We did a lot of hiking, which is the reason we went. There are a wide assortment of trails, from easy and moderate, all the way to strenuous and advanced. All of them are equally gorgeous, but I highly recommend the loop trail, which takes you by the Stone Mountain falls, then around the base and over the summit of Stone Mountain, and by the Hutchinson homestead. You can also branch off that trail and go to the middle and lower falls, which were also absolutely gorgeous. The summit climb by the Hutchinson homestead is pretty strenuous, but very much worth the views. I'd really recommend taking a blanket and snacks, and resting on the top for a little breather and to take in all that surrounds you. The creek throughout the park is delayed harvest trout waters, which is great for people that enjoy fishing. The creeks are incredibly clear, and so serene. The park doesn't allow campers to bring in, or harvest their own fire wood, but they do sell bundles at the check in station for $5. The staff was helpful and nice, and the park is very quiet, clean, and family friendly. Keep your eyes open, we saw wild turkey and deer in abundance.
We stayed in Long Arm paddle-in area 2. Park staff was not very helpful at all when we first arrived, but despite the attitude and the terrible rainy weather, we found our site fairly easily. As other reviews here and elsewhere mention, the tent pads don't drain well and huge puddles develop- some sites were completely overtaken by a full inch of water. Thankfully the rain stopped on our first night, but it could definitely ruin a trip. The privy was nice to have, but I could smell it at every campsite and that definitely bothered me. Overall a decent weekend, but my suspicions that I am just not a Lake Person were confirmed.


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Holiday Gift Guide — For the Commuter
This entry was posted on December 19, 2012.
There's still time to shop before the Holiday Season is through! Here are a few last-minute ideas for the Bike Commuter in your life. Below you'll find a mix of new products, old favorites, top-selling items this fall, and a few gift ideas from nearby local shops.
2 - Commuter Combo Light Set, including the Urban 200 front light and the Vis 180 Micro tail light from Light and Motion
3 - A small saddle bag like this one from Gilles Berthoud is the perfect place to stash a few essential tools for flat changes on the fly
4 - For any Minneapolitan commuter, a Winter Maintenance Membership from Perennial Cycle is a gift of piece of mind that will keep the bike commuter in your life rolling with whatever our Minnesota winter throws our way, now through March 31, 2013!
5 - A 2012 must-read for any bike commuter, The Enlightened Cyclist by Bike Snob NYC is available through Magers and Quinn and at ROAM Interiors on Hennepin.
6 - Ortlieb's waterproof Pelican is the perfect commuting bag for any weather.
7 - Minoura iH-400-OS Phone Grip with Clamp
8 - 3Wrencho from PDW
9 - Give the gift of added safety with a high-visibility reflective vest with a long tail designed especially for cyclists.
10 - A sturdy pair of MN-made Red Wing shoes for him or for her.
11 - Who knows bike commuting better than the Dutch? The Mirte Shopper, designed in the Netherlands by Basil Bags, makes a great commuting bag and is especially handy for running errands by bike.
12 - The Giro Reverb Helmet was named one of Oprah's Favorite things this year and is a great fit for any commuter.
13 - Rema Patch Kit
14 - No bell has a more classic sound than the Riten Rotary Bell from Crane.
15 - MN Loves Bikes 12.5x12.5 print, available locally at Forage Modern Workshop or online from the Aesthetic Apparatus design team. An added bonus: this print fits in an inexpensive record album frame.


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Skeleton and Shape Adjustment and Tracking in Multicamera Environments
Technical University of Catalonia, Barcelona, Spain
In Articulated Motion and Deformable Objects, Vol. 6169 (2010), pp. 88-97-97.
title={Skeleton and Shape Adjustment and Tracking in Multicamera Environments},
author={Alcoverro, M. and Casas, J. and Pard{`a}s, M.},
journal={Articulated Motion and Deformable Objects},
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In this paper we present a method for automatic body model adjustment and motion tracking in multicamera environments. We introduce a set of shape deformation parameters based on linear blend skinning, that allow a deformation related to the scaling of the distinct bones of the body model skeleton, and a deformation in the radial direction of a bone. The adjustment of a generic body model to a specific subject is achieved by the estimation of those shape deformation parameters. This estimation combines a local optimization method and hierarchical particle filtering, and uses an efficient cost function based on foreground silhouettes using GPU. This estimation takes into account anthropometric constraints by using a rejection sampling method of propagation of particles. We propose a hierarchical particle filtering method for motion tracking using the adjusted model. We show accurate model adjustment and tracking for distinct subjects in a 5 cameras set up.
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New Chat App from Microsoft Hits the Market
Taking its productivity solutions to the mobile world, Microsoft has launched its first "Made
for India" chat messaging application
called Kaizala. This application facilitates
large scale group communication.
According to Anant Maheshwari, President,
Microsoft India, "It brings together the two disparate worlds of mobile only messaging apps and a digitally
integrated modern workplace. The new
product enables organizations to interact with everyone uninterruptedly," he
"Microsoft Kaizala has been optimised for 2G networks to enable
connectivity in remote locations and offers features with offline support," he
said."The product offers a simple and familiar chat interface and goes beyond to
make everyone more productive using Surveys, Polls, Jobs, Meetings and other
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Today, Full Assault Put on Your Pension
Today, a full assault is targeted at each of your associations and at each of your members (retired and active). Today a full assault is targeted at Arizona's law enforcement and correctional institutions. Today life as we have come to know it and expect it is going to be irrevocably changed. This change is coming because of a politician's political ambitions. This change is coming because of a professional lawyers' need for headlines. This change is coming because of false information and distorted facts that were provided to the public from media representatives whose sole purpose in life is to create controversy to sell newspapers.
Those we thought we could count on do not have the courage to stand by their statements made to you and me when we vetted them prior to the last election. They may talk the talk but they apparently do not have the courage to walk the walk of their own convictions. Remember the remarks made today by these legislators for their comments will clearly illustrate how they regard each of you and the promises made to each of you and your members. It has been made perfectly clear that these legislators do not count you among their constituents. You are now an annoyance, someone not worth debating and someone beneath contempt to those deemed, by self proclamation, to be your superior.
I urge you all to continue do your jobs to the utmost of your ability. I know you will because that is the nature of those in our profession. But I also caution you, don't take extraordinary measures or actions that could endanger your life or cause you significant injury because the promises made to you by the State of Arizona will likely no longer be kept. So please take a step back from these situations or encounters and wait for back-up. Do your duty to the best of your ability and within the scope of your operations orders because the citizens of this state deserve our support and no less than the best we can offer. Strive to be more aware of your surroundings and the dangers that could await you because if you take fateful action you are truly doing so at your own peril because, from this day forth, you can only count on your brothers and sisters in arms for support. I urge you to never forget what you hear today because when it comes to having your back in times of crisis or when you put your lives on the line for the citizens of the State of Arizona please remember our politicians, those elected officials in the legislature, that we helped put in office have already forgotten you and left the building.
The legislative action being taken today makes it clear our legislators have ceased caring about the sacrifices made by those forcibly taken from our ranks and the widows and children they left behind. Please god, let us not forget them as have these elected officials. We must now rely on the courts and the governor, the scale balancing parts of our government, to hear us.
Brian L. Livingston
Executive Director, Arizona Police Association
What's on the table?
The COLA is based on a market value assumption. This is important because the existing Excess Earnings Fund will be able to pay out a COLA for the next two years but after that it may 15-20 years before another COLA is issued.
Employees will be expected to pay 11.65% contribution rate in three years. No reduction in this rate is delineated.
Drop is eliminated for those with 5 years or less service. Those between 5-20 years will have to pay contributions into the fund when they enter DROP with interest rates dropping on these accounts. Those with 20 years of more service no change in DROP.
Return to work – Penalty payment assessed.
Commission of a class five felony (not conviction) – pension is forfeited
Military and in-state service – prior service purchase restriction (purchase must be initiated before the bill takes effect)
They are also going to study disability payments to all persons so classified in the next two years. This means there is a possibility that disability pensions will be targeted in the future for reduction or elimination. The study will also examine defined contribution options, the definition of compensation, consolidation of local boards, and merging 401(a) Plan options.
It is expected that the bill will pass out of the committee. Although committee members may not agree with the bill (as was the case with HB2726), there will more than likely be enough "aye" votes to pass it on. If that is the case, it will move to House Rules, then onto the Caucus and COW.
You are urged to not only contact the committee members before the hearing at 2:00 p.m., but also contact the Representative within your legislative district. You can click HERE to find your legislative district and Representative.


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Gusi Peace Prize International
This coming November, there are 18 awardees of the Gusi Peace Prize for 2019 chosen from all over the world.
Allow me to mention the laureates, one by one.
From Argentina: Justice Ignacio Mahiquez
From Belgium: Ambassador Patrick De Beyter
From Germany: Dr. Bernhard Sabel
From Great Britain: Dr. Trevor Gibbs
From Great Britain: Dr. Mark Berelowitz
From Greece: Professor Jeffrey Levett
From Guatemala: Ambassador Mario Bucaro
From India: Dr. Dinesh Sharma
From Israel: Hon. Elibeer White
From Malaysia: Hon. Edward Khoo
From New Zealand: Dr. John Cook
From the Philippines: Dr. Caroline Enriquez
From the Philippines: The Honorable Mayor of Manila, Mayor Francisco (Isko) Moreno Domagoso
From Russia: Madame Margarita Parshukova
From South Africa: Former
President Kgalema Motlanthe
From Thailand: Senator Teerakiat Jareonsettasin
From Turkey: Dr. Burak Kuntay
From the United States of America: Dr. Gary Dunbar
The awards night will be held at the Philippine International Convention Center or PICC on the last week of November as where the Gusi Peace Prize International is held yearly.
For nineteen years, the Gusi Peace Prize Award has awarded prominent awardees from all over the world that in the year 2004, President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo signed Presidential Proclamation 1476 naming every 4th Wednesday of November as the Gusi Peace Prize International Friendship Day.
For 19 years since its foundation, Ambassador Barry Gusi has held the Chairmanship of the Gusi Peace Prize together with his late wife, Dr. Evelyn Tamtangco Gusi, a reserve Colonel of the Armed Forces of the Philippines and a Medical Doctor, a Pediatrician.
The elected president for a two-year term of the Gusi Peace Prize is elected among the members of the Board of Trustees of the various Committees of the Gusi Peace Prize.
Among the past Presidents of the Gusi Peace Prize International were President James R. Mancham of the Republic of Seychelles; President Arnold Ruutel of the Republic of Estonia; Steven Radonich of New Zealand; Jose Concepcion, Philippines; Dr. Manson Fok of China; and the present president is Hazim Dawud of Jordan.
The First President of the Gusi Peace Prize was the late Col. Julian Malonzo (retired), who was the first president of the Philippine Olympic Committee. I succeeded Col. Malonzo.
Up to the present, 26 current local personalities, and former President received the Gusi Peace Prize in the past. Among the distinguished awardees were President Fidel V. Ramos, Lea Salonga, Fernando Poe, Jr., Maximo Soliven, Chief Justice Lucas Bersamin, Nora Aunor, Senator Cynthia Villar and then PNP Chief now Senator Ronald "Bato" de la Rosa…
Among the foreign awardees: Supreme Master Ching Hai; Hollywood icon, Anthony Quinn, President Amos Sawyer of Liberia; President Constantinesco of Romania; President Landsburges of Lithuania; President of Kazakhstan…
The awards night will be held at the PICC on November 27, 4th Wednesday of November.
One of the awardees next month was the successor of President Nelson Mandela of South Africa, former President Kgalema Motlanthe who is also coming to Manila to receive the award.
Congratulations to all the awardees this year. The awarding ceremony is by invitation only.
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Vivint Smart Home gives Hamilton City homeowners convenience, control, and security in one package
Right now, in Hamilton City, you can enjoy peace of mind and cutting edge smart home technology with Vivint Smart Home systems. We are ready and able to provide you with several key benefits, including energy savings, industry-leading in-house monitoring response times, and the peace of mind you deserve. We are the leading smart home provider in Hamilton City for very good reason. In fact, with over a million customers, Vivint Smart Home is the leading provider in North America. You're already taking advantage of your home's programmable devices and appliances; does a smart home really offer more? Absolutely. A Vivint Smart Home brings all of your home components together into an interconnected ecosystem that actually learns and adapts to the rhythms of your household. With Vivint Smart Home technology, you'll enjoy:
- Access to Vivint Smart Hub: The intelligence layer of Vivint Smart Home Cloud, Vivint Smart Hub helps adapt your connected devices to your lifestyle while making proactive adjustments to save you money on utilities.
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- Rapid Response: Our industry-leading response times from our own in-house Vivint Smart Home monitoring team keep you safe and give you peace of mind.


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How to delete services
How to delete services
This page explains how to delete each BLOCKS service (aside from the Auto-Transcriber).
You must be logged into BLOCKS to delete services. If you are going to follow the directions in this guide to delete a service, please log into BLOCKS first.
The process for deleting each BLOCKS service is the same except for the Flow Designer. We will explain the process for deleting Flow Designers, and then explain the process for the other BLOCKS services.
Deleting Flow Designers
This section explains how to delete Flow Designers.
Click the menu icon (❶) in the global navigation bar . Click Flow Designer (❷).
Find the Flow Designer you want to delete in the Flow Designer list and click its more_vert icon (❶). Select View Details (❷).
Click Delete (❶) at the bottom of the details page.
Click Delete (❶) and your Flow Designer will be deleted.
Deleting other services
This section will show how to delete a Model Generator, but the process is the same for all services other than the Flow Designer (excluding the Auto-Transcriber).
Click the menu icon (❶) in the global navigation bar . Click Model Generator (❷).
Click on the name of the Model Generator you wish to delete (❶).
Click Delete (❶) at the bottom of the service details screen.
Click Delete (❶) to delete the service.


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Are you considering pregnancy? While visions of ultrasounds and maternity clothes might dance in your head, take a few minutes to consider your pre-pregnancy health and lifestyle. Subtle changes and improvements you make before the line on the stick turns pink will not only help you have an easier pregnancy, but they will increase the likelihood of delivering a healthy baby – a new mom's dream.
Changes before pregnancy that matter
You may be absolutely ready to become a mother – you are emotionally ready for the marvelous undertaking. However, taking time to ensure that you are physically ready for this demanding undertaking is also imperative. Consider meeting with your OB, midwife, or other medical pregnancy partner to review your current health. Your body will be stretched and stressed in many ways, so preparing for those will only help you have a healthier and happier pregnancy and delivery.
Are your vaccines current?
There is currently concern over whooping cough (Pertussis) and the dangers it can pose to newborns. This highly contagious infection of the respiratory tract can be passed to infants who are too young to receive the vaccine. Mothers can help protect their babies by receiving a booster vaccine before they become pregnant so they don't pass this dangerous illness on to their newborns. Check with your physician to discuss an appropriate schedule of vaccines.
Do you have a chronic condition?
If you have a chronic condition such as high blood pressure or diabetes, pregnancy can strain your body even more. Make sure you take measures to carefully control these conditions as much as possible before becoming pregnant. The extra weight gain that often occurs in diabetic pregnant mothers can add emotional and physical stress, so make careful plans and goals with your medical care provider.Is your current lifestyle compatible with a healthy pregnancy?
Are you physically active?
If you aren't very physically active, chances are you won't suddenly feel like taking up aerobics or jogging in your second trimester. Make efforts to follow a physical activity routine, even if it is walking every day. Doing so before you become pregnant is important so that you can understand when your body is sending you a message about the pregnancy versus one that says, "Hey – what were those jumping jacks all about? We don't usually do those!"
Pre-pregnancy diet
Make sure that your current, pre-pregnancy diet is conducive to a healthy pregnancy. If you are overweight before you become pregnant, it will add to the physical stress on your body, make labor more difficult, and add to the physical and emotional stress after delivery. I yo-yoed my weight between each of my four children and I absolutely could tell a difference between the healthier pregnancies and the ones where I carried extra weight.
If you smoke or use illicit drugs – stop. In fact, all medication, even vitamins, will interact with your baby, so be certain to clear all of them with your healthcare provider. If you suffer from depression or anxiety, go into the pregnancy with a plan for how to handle these issues. Things like weight gain and health issues will only exacerbate these problems.
Is your partner's lifestyle compatible with a healthy pregnancy?
Even though your partner won't be carrying that bundle of joy until after delivery, he will be contributing to your environment and impacting whether or not it is healthy for you and your baby. Secondhand smoke, sedentary lifestyles, and non-supportive attitudes will make your pregnancy and your baby's health suffer.
Preconception planning is valuable for you and a healthy pregnancy. It will help to create an environment where your baby can develop and thrive, and it will positively impact your relationship with your partner. Pregnancy and parenthood involve massive amounts of change – so start before the stick gets that pink line and enjoy a healthy, happy pregnancy.
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- Manchester City held to a 0-0 draw by Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park.
- Gabriel Jesus and Kevin De Bruyne leave the field with potentially serious injuries.
- READ MORE: Chelsea leading Tottenham in race to sign Premier League midfielder.
Chelsea may have just been handed a glimmer of hope in the Premier League title race through a very unfortunate source.
It looked as though Manchester City were running away with the title. They are still very much firm favourites to lift the trophy come may, but they suffered what could prove to be a major setback during their clash with Crystal Palace on Sunday afternoon.
Not only were the champions-elect held to a 0-0 draw by Crystal Palace, who missed a penalty in the 90th minute, but they also suffered two potentially serious injuries to key players of the squad.
The first player to have to leave the field injured was striker Gabriel Jesus. He fell to the floor and left the field in tears. Let's hope that it was not as serious as it first appeared and he's back on the field as soon as possible.
Manchester City striker Gabriel Jesus picked up an injury and left the pitch in tears.
It is not yet clear how long he could be out for, however there is a high possibility that the injury is serious – we hope it isn't. pic.twitter.com/RKxyfKmpSE
— Seleção Brasileira (@BrazilStat) 31 December 2017
The second potentially serious injury was inflicted onto former Blue Kevin De Bruyne, who could not leave the field on his own and had to be stretchered down the tunnel. As with Jesus, let's hope it's nothing too serious.
Weer slecht nieuws voor de Rode Duivels: ook Kevin De Bruyne wordt met een draagbaar van het veld gedragen https://t.co/mwQwsKhDu8 pic.twitter.com/6k1OmM0xey
— sporza (@sporza) 31 December 2017
If the City duo are ruled out for a significant amount of time, and with their momentum taking a hit today, things could fast get interesting in the title race. We remain 14 points behind the league leaders, but it's still all to play for.


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Neighborhoods all over the Carolinas are dealing with the devastation left behind by Hurricane Florence. The Red Cross is there now and will be there in the weeks to come to help people get back on their feet. Volunteers are working around the clock to provide safe shelter, warm meals, relief supplies and comfort for those affected.
A total of 16 Hawaii volunteers have deployed to North Carolina to help with the Red Cross response. 10 volunteers from Oahu, four from the Big Island, and two from Maui have deployed to provide assistance ranging from distribution of emergency supplies, recovery casework, sheltering, feeding, mental health service, and health services.
As Tropical Storm Florence approached the Carolinas, over 20,000 people sought refuge in more than 200 Red Cross and community shelters to escape the storm's wrath. As of Tuesday night, more than 800 people stayed in 13 Red Cross shelters. This included approximately 738 people in 11 shelters in North Carolina; and 64 people in 2 shelters in South Carolina. In total, the Red Cross and other organizations have provided more than 120,100 overnight stays in emergency shelters across the Carolinas. The Red Cross has provided about 92 percent of these stays.
Today, more than 3,200 Red Cross disaster workers—about 93 percent volunteers—from all over the country are helping to shelter, feed and support people affected. Working with partners, the Red Cross has served more than 1.32 million meals and snacks. Volunteers from partner organizations are cooking hot meals at more than 7 kitchens. These meals are being served at shelters or from dozens of Red Cross food trucks circulating through affected neighborhoods.
Volunteer mental health and health services professionals have provided some 40,500 contacts to provide support and care to evacuees. We've also distributed more than 242,300 relief items like clean up kits, rakes, shovels, bleach, garbage bags and much more to help with the massive clean-up effort underway by people impacted by the storm. Since September 11, more than 5.2 million weather alerts have been sent through Red Cross apps to help people make lifesaving decisions.
The Red Cross has launched a massive response to this disaster and depends on financial donations to be able to provide disaster relief immediately. Help people affected by Hurricane Florence by visiting redcross.org, calling 1- 800-RED CROSS or texting the word FLORENCE to 90999 to make a $10 donation. Donations enable the Red Cross to prepare for, respond to and help people recover from this disaster.The Red Cross honors donor intent. Donors can designate their donation to Hurricane Florence relief efforts by choosing that option when donating on redcross.org or on 1-800-RED CROSS.


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If 2017 was the year of the ICO, 2018 will be the year of the STO. As we now know, the amazing amount of ICO's, or Initial Coin Offerings, that occured in 2017 is now partly to blame in causing the "crash" of 2018. All of those ICO teams have stacks and stacks of Ethererum that they are starting to dump unceremoniously on the market. The predicted "double digit" ETH scenario has not happened yet, but mega-ICO's such as EOS ($4 billion raised) and others still have plenty of ETH to sell.
True fiat on-ramps will help with this problem, as investors would be able to buy their fresh tokens with cash and not have to deal with the headache-inducing intermediate step of going from fiat to ETH or Bitcoin, and then sending their ETH/BTC to the crowdsale or ICO address. There is always slippage and fees involved, not to mention time wasted and the stomach-dropping fear of accidentally punching in the wrong crypto address and sending your money/tokens off into the abyss.
The old ICO model is: send your Ether and get your ERC-20 "ICO" token back in return. Very little know-your-customer or anti money-laundering checks are done, if any, which no government is going to let happen forever. Drug dealing, human trafficking, and terrorism are still very real use cases for crypto so we need to be vigilant about their abuses. Along with the custody issues, trading your funds for these placeholder ICO tokens almost always amounts to the creation of a security because there is an expectation of a return on your investment, it's as simple as that. Otherwise, why does anyone buy them? One possibility is utility tokens.
Some crypto assets are utility tokens which is for some a legitimate use-case and for some coins it's just a way to try and skirt securities laws. A utility token is supposed to stay inside the system and have some explicit reason for needing to be a token. Think of a bus token. The token itself has no real value or expectation of a return, but it does represent some kind of service or other value. The utility token (for example a bus token) moves around inside the system and does something. Maybe it buys processing time or storage on the blockchain, or pays for some other service like a bus ride. The reason why an investor would buy these utility tokens is if there is a limited number of them, and there is a lot of demand, then they could understandably have bought tokens low and sold them high as the company or service became more widespread and used in the real world.
A security token is a different beast, and usually means that there is an actual backing to the token. The backing could come in the form of actual holdings of the company, or it could infer a promise that the company will work hard to raise the value of itself, therefore making you money in the process if you had bought in early enough to enjoy the rise in market cap. Along with this backing is also the idea that the coin would have gone through a process to ensure that it was created and operated in full compliance with the law (almost always meaning United States or European Union law but could be any locality that has jurisdiction).
The New York Stock Exchange alone contains something like $22 billion in securities and derivatives, and it is now known that the parent company of the NYSE, the Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) is actively seeking to add crypto to their listings. Only properly backed and compliant coins will ever make the cut, which should help minimize some of the fraud and useless ERC-20 tokens that do not have and will never have any real use or value.
Be assured that data streams, compliance and legal teams, and trading desks are being set up now so that when more clear SEC regulation does come the best tokens will rise to the top and should experience massive growth. The next big wave in crypto should be a lot safer for investors and will go a long way towards the institutionalization of the crypto markets as a whole. STO and their derivatives could end up replacing even traditional investment products, if not create their own new asset class that is more safe and secure for investors.


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JAKARTA (The InsiderStories) – Good Morning! Today at 2.30 pm Eastern Time, United States (US) Federal Open Committee Meeting will announce its decision on the monetary policy. Markets are expecting an interest rate cut of 25 basis points (bps) at their 31st July meeting.
In December 2018, the Fed Funds Rate rose by 25 bps. It was the last hike. The Fed' restrictive monetary policy in 2018 may have been justified by the relatively stronger growth forecasts.
Response to US' Secretary of State Michael Pompeo comments, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Hua Chunying hoped "the Chinese will do the right thing" in managing the protests in Hong Kong. He said, its clear Pompeo has put himself in the wrong position and still regards himself as the head of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA).
Pompeo has delivered his concern on Hong Kong' controversial extradition bill last week after met delegation of the country' pro-democracy advocates led by Martin Lee Chu-ming in Washington, which he said threatened the city' rule of law.
The comments show the US – China strains over Hong Kong are increasing, even as the two sides resume trade talks in Shanghai. Last week, Hua urged Washington to remove its "back hand" from the protests.
While, President Donald Trump ratcheted up pressure on China to quickly intervening reach a trade deal, warning that if he is re-Elected, the terms of an agreement would be much tougher than what is currently being Discussed.
The president said in a series of tweets on Tuesday morning that China Might get a better deal -if a Democrat like former Vice President Joe Biden wins the presidency in 2020. He tweet, "Then they could make a GREAT deal , like in the past 30 years, and continue to ripoff the USA, even bigger and better than ever before."
In Europe, Prime Minister Boris Johnson promised to lead Britain out of the European Union on Oct. 31 "no matter what" as sterling tumbled and Ireland warned that the bloc would not be renegotiating the Thrice Defeated divorce deal. Yesterday, the British pound fell as investors bet Johnson' Brexit brinkmanship could trigger a messy divorce that would sow chaos through the world economy and financial markets.
Oil prices climbed again throughout the week. This morning, West Texas Intermediate (WTI) oil prices for September 2019 shipments on the New York Mercantile Exchange stood at US$58.30 a barrel, or up 0.43 percent compared to the previous day.
The rise in oil prices was supported by optimism that the Fed will cut its benchmark rate for the first time in more decades. An increase expectations for world oil demand.
In Indonesia, a real estate developer, PT Propertindo Bhakti Agung will conduct an initial public offering (IPO). The company targeting to list it shares in August will utilize the proceeds to construct an apartment projects. The company has appointed PT MNC Securities to underwrite the IPO.
Yesterday, the government absorbed Rp21.45 trillion (US1.53 billion) funds from the auction of seven series of state debentures. The incoming bid Rp43.27 trillion exceeded the indicative target of Rp15 trillion.
On Tuesday, the Jakarta Composite Index climbed 1.24 percent to 6,377. Since the beginning of the year, the composite index' return was recorded at 2.95 percent.
Some stocks to be watch for today PT Hotel Mandarine Regency Tbk (IDX: HOME), PT Trada Alam Mineral (IDX: TRAM), PT Smartfren Telecom Tbk (IDX: FREN), PT Sinergi Megah Internusa Tbk (IDX: NUSA), PT Sentul City Tbk (IDX: BKSL), PT Lippo Karawaci Tbk (IDX: LPKR), PT Rimo International Tbk (IDX: RIMO), and PT BumI Resources Tbk (IDX: BUMI)
At the same day, Indonesian Rupiah strengthened 0.04 percent compared to the previous day to 14,070 against the Greenback. This morning the local currency e exchange rate was priced at 14,010 when the spot market was opened.
US$1= Rp14,000
May you have a profitable day!
Written by Linda Silaen and TIS Intelligence Team, Please Read Our Insight to Get More information about Indonesia


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The activities of Andalucia Lab – included in a statement of objectives to improve competitiveness as a rudder- encompass services and tools designed to boost the Andalusian SMEs. Research and knowledge transfer to the productive sector through training and consulting. Social networks, brand reputation and accessibility as a mark of quality, competitiveness and differentiation. Entrepreneurship as job and business opportunities generator.
Andalucía Lab is a research, knowledge and demonstration centre where innovation, competitiveness and accessibility are our management lead.
We help your company to thrive and create opportunities in the new digital economy. We support you with tangible and technological tools that thanks to the training given in our workshops and conferences, take knowledge closer to both employers and workers.


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Xylella bacterial pathogens
Pest risk analysis for bacterial pathogens in the genus Xylella
We are conducting a pest risk analysis for bacterial pathogens in the genus Xylella.
We will conduct this risk analysis in three key steps:
- Announce the risk analysis on 2 August 2018, via Biosecurity Advice 2018-18.
- Release the draft report for a 60 day consultation period in early 2019.
- Release the final report in late 2019, following consideration of stakeholder comments.
Purpose of the pest risk analysis
Xylella is a dangerous bacteria that can damage and even kill more than 400 different plant species in 95 different plant families. The number of plants affected by the bacteria is increasing every year.
Xylella can be transmitted by insects that feed on the sap of plants. It can also be transmitted with propagation of infected plants. Xylella can infect many horticultural, agricultural, ornamental and Australian species grown overseas (such as Eucalyptus and Acacia spp.). Xylella fastidiosa is the number one pest threat to Australian horticultural and agricultural industries. It is also a pest threat to the environment.
To reduce the risk of Xylella fastidiosa entering Australia, we implemented emergency measures in November 2015. We are conducting this pest risk analysis to:
- evaluate the emergency measures introduced against X. fastidiosa in 2015
- assess the risk of all Xylella species entering Australia
- consider ongoing risk management measures against all Xylella species
- ensure any ongoing measures are technically justified
We are conducting this risk analysis as a review of biosecurity import requirements (a non-regulated risk analysis).
The scope of this risk analysis is to:
- perform a risk assessment of Xylella species and all subspecies of X. fastidiosa
- assess the risk of all Xylella species entering Australia, through the importation of nursery stock or plant tissue culture from all countries
- assess the risk of all Xylella species entering Australia by insects that act as vectors
- review and evaluate the existing risk management measures, and recommend alternative measures, if required.
General Information
Register as a stakeholder
The Biosecurity Plant Division uses the stakeholder register for distributing biosecurity risk analysis policy information. Stakeholders interested in receiving information and updates on biosecurity risk analyses are invited to subscribe via the department's new online subscription service. By subscribing to Biosecurity Risk Analysis Plant, you will receive Biosecurity Advices and other notifications relating to plant biosecurity policy.
Protecting Australia from exotic pests
Australia is lucky to be free from many of the world's most damaging plant pests. Exotic plant pests are capable of damaging our natural environment, destroying our food production and agriculture industries, and some could change our way of life. Australia's biosecurity system, which includes the risk assessment process, helps protect us from exotic plant pests.
We undertake risk assessments of pests and identify risk management options to address any risks posed by these exotic pests. These measures reflect Australia's overall approach to the management of biosecurity risk.
Zero risk is impossible. Aiming for zero risk would mean no tourists, no international travel and no imports of any commodities. Australia invests heavily in biosecurity to ensure risks are managed.
Australia exports almost two-thirds of its agricultural produce. The future of our agricultural and food industries, including their capacity to contribute to growth and jobs, depends on Australia's capacity to maintain its animal and plant health status.
Australia accepts imports only when we are confident the risks of pests and diseases can be managed to achieve an appropriate level of protection for Australia.
International obligations
All World Trade Organization (WTO) members are signatories to the Agreement on the Application of Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures (the SPS Agreement), under which they have both rights and obligations.
The basic obligations of the SPS Agreement are that SPS measures must:
- be based on a risk assessment appropriate to the circumstances or drawn from standards developed by the World Organisation for Animal Health and the International Plant Protection Convention
- only be applied to the extent necessary to protect human, animal or plant life or health
- be based on science
- not arbitrarily or unjustifiably discriminate between WTO members, or be a disguised restriction on trade.
Under the SPS Agreement, each WTO Member is entitled to maintain a level of protection it considers appropriate to protect human, animal or plant life or health within its territory – in other words, its appropriate level of protection.
Appropriate level of protection
The appropriate level of protection (ALOP) for Australia is defined in the Biosecurity Act 2015 as 'a high level of sanitary and phytosanitary protection aimed at reducing biosecurity risks to very low, but not to zero'. This definition was agreed with all our state and territory governments and recognises that a zero-risk stance is impractical.
The ALOP is a broad objective, and risk management measures are established to achieve that objective.
Read more about Australia's ALOP
Biosecurity risk
The term 'biosecurity risk' is used to describe the combination of the likelihood and the consequences of a pest or disease of biosecurity concern entering, establishing and spreading in Australia.
Australia's biosecurity system protects our unique environment and agricultural sector and supports our reputation as a safe and reliable trading nation. This has significant economic, environmental and community benefits for all Australians.
New scientific information
Scientific information can be provided to us at any time, even after a risk analysis has been completed. We will consider the information provided and review the analysis.
Timing of imports
The recommendations in the final report are an administrative step and reflect the completion of the risk analysis. Before imports can commence we will:
- verify that a country can action the recommended risk management measures
- publish import conditions on the Biosecurity Import Conditions System (BICON), and
- issue import permits for trade to commence.
The decision to import agricultural produce to Australia is a commercial decision between an importer in Australia and a supplier in the exporting country who can meet the import conditions.
Contact information
For more information, stakeholders can email imports or phone 1800 900 090 (option 1, option 1).


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Writing-wise, I fell off the wagon pretty early in 2018. I didn't finish book 2 of my time-travel trilogy, I stopped writing my blogs for this site, and I never got around to expanding my Toaster Oven book.
And I paid for my idleness.
My fan mail dried up, my website traffic fell off, Caitlyn Jenner stopped calling, and my book readership took a nasty hit.
Now don't get me wrong, my Toaster Oven book is still doing really well, and I've heard that several college courses are using it as part of their curricula, but I could have done better.
Well, in 2019, I will hop back on the proverbial horse and try again.
So, if autoerotic asphyxiation is to be your high-point in 2019, now you have a second alternative- you can visit my site. No belt or hooks required!
I hope everyone has a very happy 2019!
And as is the tradition, here are my New Year's resolutions:
- Help North Korea with their Rose Parade float
- Wear fewer track suits
- Kill your friends and family to remind you of my love
- Increase crystal meth production by 50%
- Follow joggers around in my car blasting Eye of the Tiger
- Stop peeing on the rug
- Get my La La Land Part 2 script into the hands of Quentin Tarantino
- Beat the Kobayashi Maru
- Test my car's crumple zones
- Make sure the fix is in for the 2019 Puppy Bowl