HMAS Sydney's Unknown Sailor at rest Nov 19, 2008
Gladys Wolff holds a picture of her uncle, Philip Steed, and the new Navy Bereavement Pin at the Canberra ceremony ... In Canberra the Prime Minister described the sinking of HMAS Sydney as a "tragedy that seared the nation's soul", and paid tribute to its victims as defenders of peace, the nation and freedom ... Gladys Wolff holds a picture of her uncle, Philip Steed, and the new Navy Bereavement Pin at the Canberra ceremony. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Cracking the barcode of creatures small Nov 19, 2008
In Canberra, researchers have been collecting the legs of moths and butterflies and sending dried samples off for barcoding in Canada to build up the worldwide database for insects. Muscle tissue is needed for the DNA testing, and although the insects' legs are not bulging with muscles, they are the best part for the job, says Dr Marianne Horak, of CSIRO Entomology. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Australian doctors deny patients 'expensive cure' Nov 19, 2008
Australian doctors deny patients 'expensive cure' - Local News - News - General - The Canberra Times. The Canberra Times News Skip directly to. (The Canberra Times)
Kangaroo Genes Close To Humans; Came From China Nov 19, 2008
CANBERRA - Australia's kangaroos are genetically similar to humans and may have first evolved in China, Australian researchers said on Tuesday. Scientists said they had for the first time mapped the genetic code of the Australian marsupials and found much of it was similar to the genome for humans, the government-backed Centre of Excellence for Kangaroo Genomics said. (Planet Ark, United States)
Australia May Fall Into First Recession in 17 Years, Leading Index Shows Nov 19, 2008
To contact the reporter on this story: in Canberra at. Last Updated: November 18, 2008 20:48 EST. (Bloomberg -- Australia & New Zealand)
Junk ad bans should be extended, nutritionists say Nov 19, 2008
"The simplest way of looking at that would be to make the restrictions apply up until 9 o'clock at night," Ms Chapman told a Senate committee hearing in Canberra on Wednesday. Nutritionist and coalition spokeswoman Rosemary Stanton slammed suggestions the advertising industry could be left to regulate itself, as has been proposed by the Australian Food and Grocery Council. (The Age)
Maternity health reform has harmed women (but not obstetricians) Nov 19, 2008
Canberra Politics Correspondent: Bernard Keane. Business Commentator: Stephen Mayne. (Crikey)
Brothels bill health insurers for sex acts Nov 18, 2008
CANBERRA, Australia - Dozens of Sydney brothels are passing off sex acts as therapeutic massages and illegally billing health insurers for the services, a newspaper and an official said Monday. Health funds uncovered the fraud after investigating a Chinese-language newspaper advertisement offering to provide "young attractive masseuse with a health fund rebate," Sydney's The Daily Telegraph newspaper reported. (MSNBC -- International)
Super 14 draw - 2009 Nov 18, 2008
Saturday 21 February Brumbies v Crusaders Canberra 19:40 13 ... Saturday 28 February Brumbies v W Force Canberra 19:40 19 ... Friday 13 March Brumbies v Waratahs Canberra 19:40 30. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Honda has "desire and passion" for 2009 ARC program Nov 18, 2008
Having already contested the Rally of Canberra in May, Wilks drove the front-wheel drive Honda Civic Type R to second place in Heat 1, and was lying third in Heat 2 before rolling out of the event. Honda would love to enter the full ARC in 2009, but according to Mark Higgins, Hondas National Public Relations Manager, the final decision is still a good month away. (RallySport Magazine)
Japan's Whaling Fleet Sets Out For Antarctic - Greenpeace Nov 18, 2008
"Modern-day research uses genetic and molecular techniques as well as satellite tags, acoustic methods and aerial surveys rather than grenade-tipped harpoons," Australian Environment Minister Peter Garrett told reporters in Canberra ... Canberra last year sent a customs and fisheries icebreaker to shadow anti-whaling activists and the Japanese fleet, gathering photo evidence of the yearly research hunt for a possible international legal case against Tokyo ... (Additional reporting by Rob Taylor... (Planet Ark, United States)
Australia temporarily shuts down navy Nov 18, 2008
CANBERRA, Australia (AP) -- Australia's navy gets a big Christmas gift this year: two months paid vacation for most sailors that will ease the effects of a recruiting slump but make the service Down Under look something like a part-time operation. The navy hopes that by making life on the sea more family-friendly, it will attract the extra 2,000 sailors it needs achieve its target strength of 15,000. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Australia invests in whale research Nov 17, 2008
CANBERRA, Australia - Australia will invest millions of dollars in non-lethal whale research to show Japan that the animals do not need to be killed in order to be studied, the government announced Monday. The $3. (MSNBC -- International)
Kangaroos cruise against Fiji Nov 17, 2008
Whether it was the loss of Tate or the rib-rattling hit Fiji five-eighth Alipate Noilea - the nephew of former Canberra star Noa Nadruku - put on his opposite after Lockyer passed to Folau, the Kangaroos didn't score again until two minutes before half-time from a penalty against Sims for dropping his forearm into the head of Australian second-rower Anthony Laffranchi. To rub it in Slater crossed for his second try to give the Kangaroos a 26-nil lead going to the half-time break. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Waratahs delighted with Super 14 draw Nov 17, 2008
NSW then travel to Canberra to tackle the Brumbies before spending four of the next five weeks at home, starting with a blockbuster grand final re-match against the Crusaders. After a bye in round 11, the Waratahs finish the season with a three-game trip to South Africa where they tackle the Cheetahs, who finished 13th last season, Sharks (third) and Lions (last). (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Australia presses Japan to end whale hunt Nov 17, 2008
CANBERRA (Reuters) - Australia urged Japan to abandon its yearly whale hunt on Monday, launching its own scientific whaling study in the Southern Ocean to prove it was not necessary to kill the ocean to study them ... Canberra last year sent a customs and fisheries icebreaker to shadow anti-whaling activists and the Japanese fleet, gathering photo evidence of the yearly research hunt for a possible international legal case against Tokyo. (Scientific American)
Navy closes for Christmas, families first in new year Nov 17, 2008
A reservist at navy headquarters at Russell in Canberra, Leading Seaman van Lieshout recalls spending Christmas in 2003 alone with her children because her husband, a chief petty officer, was on deployment to Christmas Island. "That was pretty horrible," she said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Call for bigger and fewer councils Nov 17, 2008
The KPMG report was released before the first Council of Australian Local Governments meeting in Canberra that concludes today. NSW councils are hoping, later in the year, to submit a joint "wish list" of infrastructure projects they want the Federal Government to fund. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Australia's States Press For Carbon Trade Changes Nov 17, 2008
CANBERRA - Australia's influential states have written to the national government to raise concerns about a planned carbon emissions trading scheme amid warnings it may drive big polluting firms offshore or out of business. The premiers of South Australia and Tasmania states wrote to centre-left Prime Minister Kevin Rudd to press for changes in design of the scheme, which will begin in 2010 and force 1,000 of Australia's largest polluting companies to buy emissions permits. (Planet Ark, United States)
INTERVIEW - Credit Crisis Not Threatening UN Climate Talks - Envoy Nov 17, 2008
"It's obviously pre-occupying many of the people who will have to be involved in the climate change process. But I'm not seeing any immediate impact on the negotiations," Bamsey told Reuters in an interview from Canberra. "We're now in a process of genuine negotiation where there is a very broad commitment to reaching agreement. That's created momentum," said Bamsey. (Planet Ark, United States)
Pound's fall may herald recovery not doom Nov 17, 2008
Christopher H, Canberra, Australia. Devaluation of a currency is a shortcut in trying to revive an economy but comes at a price: it makes the UK people poorer. (Times Online)
Australians facing jail in Papua Nov 17, 2008
The officials were present at yesterday's hearing but Foreign Affairs in Canberra was unable to add anything beyond confirming the five face "civil aviation and immigration charges". send photos, videos ffs to 0424 SMS SMH (+61 424 767 764), or us. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Money - where does it all go? Nov 17, 2008
Then drove to Canberra for Floriade spring festival, staying with friends. SATURDAY Lunch in Manuka, Canberra: fish and chips for Ken; chicken salad for me, $37. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Australia govt open to 2nd stimulus, no deficit Nov 17, 2008
CANBERRA, Nov 17 (Reuters) - Australia is open to a second round of spending to stimulate the economy and ward off recession as the global financial crisis continues, but its budget should remain in surplus, said Finance Minister Lindsay Tanner. "We have projections that are put together by Treasury showing the budget remaining in surplus and we're certainly sticking to them," Tanner told Australian radio on Monday. (Reuters)
Children in artwork rules 'too restrictive' Nov 16, 2008
Talking of "thought crimes" - not that many years ago in the military there used to be the charge of ''silent contempt". If the "victim" thought that the "perpertrator" was showing contempt albeit silently then it was deemed to be actual contempt.These sorts of "crimes" are ridiculous in that they assume to know how someone is thinking. (0) Roder: 14 Nov 2008 4:30:55pm And no matter what they say, nobody knows that. (0) wayne: 14 Nov 2008 3:26:59pm How absurd. Never again will a simple aussie... (ABC Online)
Two's company: Sydney needs second team, says Neill Nov 16, 2008
A second Melbourne team has all but been confirmed to kick off in 2010, while groups from the NSW South Coast, Canberra, and Tasmania are also lobbying for a franchise. Billionaire Bruce Gordon, who owns the WIN TV network, has been receptive to an invitation from Lowy to invest in an Illawarra bid. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Local partnership is needed Nov 16, 2008
This week Australians will witness a historic meeting in Canberra between their national Government and more than 400 of the nation's mayors and shire presidents, writes Anthony Albanese ... This week Australians will witness a historic meeting in Canberra between their national Government and more than 400 of the nation's mayors and shire presidents. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Show us yer bits: how flesh became the new black Nov 16, 2008
Because it's part of the fashion, they feel it's something they ought to be," says Dr Vivienne Lewis, a psychologist specialising in body image and eating disorders at the University of Canberra. "I suspect it's because women think to attract a male they need to show off their flesh, in particular the traditional areas men like such as legs and breasts. I think at something like the races there's lots of competition between women for men's attention and they think baring all is the best way to... (Sydney Morning Herald)
Billions more to fight crisis Nov 16, 2008
In the interim, the Government will use tomorrow's local government summit in Canberra to unveil more than $100 million in spending on council projects. Small projects such as footpaths and bridges that are approved and only awaiting funding that would be spent this financial year have been given priority. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
A poem that captures the Luck country Nov 15, 2008
" This is the centenary year of the publication in 1908 of My Country. It first appeared in the London magazine The Spectator four years after the teenage Mackellar, born in Sydney and "barely 18", began "dreaming up her little masterpiece" after travelling with her parents to England in 1903. Titled originally Core Of My Heart, Mackellar completed the 48-line work back in Sydney, after "several drafts over four or five years", and, following its debut in London, it was first published in... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Japanese whalers go with no guard Nov 15, 2008
THE Japanese Government has decided against sending coastguard officers or a vessel to protect whaling crews in the Antarctic this summer, another signal Tokyo and Canberra are working to ease the most serious dispute between the two nations. A Japan Fisheries Agency official confirmed yesterday that, unlike last summer, there would be no coastguard officers aboard the southern whaling fleet when it leaves Shimonoseki port, probably this weekend. (The Australian)
$70m extra to boost economy Nov 15, 2008
The Prime Minister is tipped to make a major announcement when closing a summit of local government mayors and shire presidents in Canberra this week. The fund was announced in the May budget as a capital works program for the next financial year as a means of boosting jobs and local economies. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Should English be taught at primary level? Nov 15, 2008
He is currently enrolled a postgraduate program in TESOL at the University of Canberra, Australia. He can be reached at freemark2twain@yahoo. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Editorial)
Rudd drawn to Tintin Nov 14, 2008
WHEN Kevin Rudd jetted out of Canberra yesterday he told everyone he was off to Washington for G20 meetings on the global economic crisis, but Strewth suspects there is something else on his mind ... "With Melbourne facing one of the toughest economic periods in recent history, we should be focused on the important issues facing residents such as rates, services and council management." He reckons Melburnians want a lord mayor and council that represents them, not the interests of Spring Street... (The Australian)
Kangaroos hold the trophy and may keep cup Nov 14, 2008
Ian Millward first raised concerns about the number of imports in Super League after Great Britain's meek performance in the 2005 Tri-Nations and the former St Helens and Wigan mentor, now on the coaching staff at Canberra, is again leading calls for a significant reduction in the number of foreign players. Supporting his view that clubs are depending on run-of-the-mill Aussies and Kiwis rather than developing their own talent is the list of names submitted from Super League for positional... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Officials ask if laptops caused Qantas plane dive Nov 14, 2008
CANBERRA, Australia - Air safety investigators are exploring whether interference from a U.S.-Australian naval transmitter or even a passenger's laptop caused a Qantas jetliner to nose-dive twice over the Australian coast last month, an official said Friday. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
Aussie plan to tackle global crisis Nov 14, 2008
In Canberra, the shadow finance minister, Joe Hockey, criticised the Prime Minister for going to the summit and not attending to the domestic impact of the global financial crisis. "They should focus on what is happening in Australia. Kevin Rudd should not be going overseas just to lecture the world about what he thinks is good for it.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Jericho Jim hits the airwaves Nov 14, 2008
KEN HENRY: I said I work for Government in Canberra ... The self-confessed greenie had a lot of time to think about it as he travelled back to Canberra from outback Queensland - where he had been saving hairy-nosed wombats. (ABC Online)
Australia bans naked short-selling Nov 14, 2008
CANBERRA: Australia moved to slap a permanent ban on the most controversial form of short-selling yesterday amid an historic fall in share prices, part of a crackdown that is also targeting hedge funds and credit rating agencies. The move is in line with similar bans in several European states, and tighter disclosure rules and a ban on short selling of shares in more than 950 companies in the United States, as policymakers try to limit the fallout from the global financial crisis. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Qantas Airplane Plunge Investigation Focuses on Flight Data Computer Fault Nov 14, 2008
The three ADIRUs will be subject to comprehensive testing at the manufacturer's facility in the U.S.,'' bureau official Kerryn Macaulay told reporters in Canberra today. The testing is due to begin Nov. 17. (Bloomberg -- Australia & New Zealand)
Roxon concedes hospitals' ill health Nov 13, 2008
Roxon concedes hospitals' ill health - Local News - News - General - The Canberra Times. The Canberra Times News Skip directly to ... Canberra public hospitals ranked worst for providing timely treatment in emergency departments and delivering elective surgery for patients with semi-urgent medical woes. (The Canberra Times)
PHOTO IN THE NEWS: Crab's "Fighting Claw" Often Fake Nov 13, 2008
Work is ongoing at the Australian National University in Canberra to determine whether fiddler crabs that more easily lose their original claws and grow new, larger ones actually survive longer or father more young, Lailvaux added. The study appeared this week in the journal Functional Ecology. (National Geographic)
Woodside could set sail with Sunrise gas project Nov 13, 2008
The Government is due to issue its white paper on the proposed ETS early next month, with another Woodside executive, Rob Cole, saying the company had had a good hearing on its concerns in Canberra. "We believe our case is well understood," Mr Cole said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Australia to outlaw 'naked' short-selling Nov 13, 2008
(Recasts after details of new disclosure rules) By James Grubel CANBERRA, Nov 13 (Reuters) - Australia moved to slap a permanent ban on the most controversial form of short-selling on Thursday, and imposed tough new disclosure rules, in a crackdown on hedge funds aimed at restoring confidence in markets. The ban is in line with similar moves made in several European nations and the United States where policy-makers are also trying to limit fallout from the world financial crisis. (guardian.co.uk)
UPDATED: Bennett on the 2009 class Nov 13, 2008
" BROCK MOTUM PF (6-9, 215), Australian Institute of Sports; Canberra, Australia "He's very mobile -- a realy lively, active player who has some skill and can play multiple positions. And again, a real unselfish player. (Cougfan.com)
Official: Being upbeat can help Australian economy Nov 12, 2008
CANBERRA, Australia - Australians can avoid a recession during the global financial meltdown by remaining upbeat about the the economy, the treasury chief said Wednesday. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
Soldiering on in silence with the scars of battle Nov 12, 2008
Until a handwritten note from Lieutenant Arthur Cox in France to his newborn daughter in Australia was offered up to the National Archives in Canberra, he was known to his family as a difficult man, a spasmodic Christian who would ask people how they were with God. But in gathering personal documents for the exhibition, Shell-Shocked: Australia After Armistice, his daughter, 87-year-old Bess Carr, and granddaughter, Fiona Stewart, finally learned the extent of the scars he carried. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Govt monitoring Aussie held in Thai case Nov 12, 2008
Consular staff in Canberra were also in regular contact with his family in Melbourne about developments in the case and his health. Nicolaides has been refused bail and is being held at the Bangkok Remand Centre. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Farmers Want Special Deal On Carbon Emissions Nov 12, 2008
CANBERRA - Farmers want a special deal in global climate negotiations to make sure they are not saddled with excessive costs for curbing Greenhouse gas emissions, the head of the world's leading farming lobby said on Tuesday ... "There is a certain threshold beyond which we cannot go below. It is important to realise the realities of the situation," Vashee told Australia's National Press Club in Canberra. (Planet Ark, United States)
Official says Australia can avoid negative growth Nov 12, 2008
CANBERRA, Australia (AP) - Australians can avoid even a single quarter of negative growth during the current financial meltdown if they do not talk down the economy, the treasury chief said Wednesday. Treasury Secretary Ken Henry, the government's chief economic bureaucrat, said there were several factors that inspired confidence in the resilience of the Australian economy. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Australia Taxation System Needs to Be Simpler to Cut Avoidance, Henry Says Nov 12, 2008
The cost of managing the tax affairs of Australians is significant and that cost is growing,'' Henry told reporters at a lunch function in Canberra today. Around 11. (Bloomberg -- Australia & New Zealand)
Western Australia Ships Wheat to Indonesia, First Export From Current Crop Nov 12, 2008
To contact the reporter on this story: in Canberra on. Last Updated: November 11, 2008 15:55 EST. (Bloomberg -- Australia & New Zealand)
Underage drinkers provide governments a tax goldmine Nov 12, 2008
Leo Shanahan, Canberra. November 12, 2008. (The Age)
Xbox 360 price cut makes it cheap as Wii Nov 11, 2008
so passionate about toys, particularly Old Mate from Canberra. Imagine if your were all debating on something that matters. (NEWS.com.au)
Australia car industry gets $2.3bn aid Nov 11, 2008
CANBERRA: Australia's government is to inject an extra A$3. 4bn ($2. (India Times)
Australia unlikely to monitor Japanese whaling Nov 11, 2008
CANBERRA (Reuters) - Australia's government is unlikely to send ships to monitor Japanese whaling in the Antarctic this season, lawmakers said Tuesday, after clashes with activists last year led to a diplomatic protest from Tokyo. Canberra last year sent a customs and fisheries icebreaker to shadow anti-whaling activists and the Japanese fleet, gathering photo evidence of the yearly research hunt for a possible international legal case against Tokyo. (Scientific American)
Thousands gather to remember the fallen Nov 11, 2008
Danny Hogan, a friend of one of the men whose names were added to the Roll, travelled to Canberra from Perth with his family ... Brian Edwards from Canberra Legacy was glad to see so many people attend today's service. (ABC Online)
Australian arrested in Bulgaria for paedophilia: reports Nov 11, 2008
Australian officials in Bulgaria are trying to confirm reports a Canberra man has been arrested on paedophilia charges. A spokesman for the Department of Foreign Affairs says the 35-year-old man is thought to have been detained in the Bulgarian city Varna last week. (ABC Online)
Pricewise, a lower North Shore Nov 11, 2008
The median house price in Sydney, $531,500, remains the country's highest, followed by the price in Canberra, $498,000. While the softening in median prices may be distorted by the large drop in sales activity, real estate agents have been increasingly advising vendors to price listings below recent comparable sales if they wish to secure a sale in the remaining spring market. (The Age, Australia)
Now a state recession even closer Nov 11, 2008
25 per cent average growth this financial year is a drastic reduction on forecasts in the June budget of 2 per cent. It is much less than forecasts from Treasury officials in Canberra for the national economy to grow by 2 per cent.. But a director at Access Economics, Chris Richardson, said even this could prove "too optimistic". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Make war no more, PM urges at service Nov 11, 2008
No one should have to believe in the inevitability of war, Mr Rudd said at a Remembrance Day service at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra to mark 90 years since the end of World War I.. "Is war our permanent condition? Must every generation go through war to be reminded why there should be no war?" he asked. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
'Never forget Australia' Nov 11, 2008
Tony Millar, 63, from Canberra, was travelling through France when he heard about the service and felt that he had to attend as his grandfather had fought in the war. "When I was at school we hardly recognised Armistice Day, it was just a few minutes silence. It's only right that we are honouring it now in this way. More people died here.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
In midst of troubles memories still strong Nov 11, 2008
Lest we forget the Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd, lays a wreath at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra ... Lest we forget … the Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd, lays a wreath at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Specialist offers radical health insurance proposal Nov 11, 2008
The Canberra Times News Skip directly to. Specialist offers radical health insurance proposal. (The Canberra Times)
Remember Remembrance Day, urges historian Nov 10, 2008
A woman called Carrie Neil in Canberra and she is writing about men who came back from the war utterly changed in the sense that their faces had been mutilated in grotesque ways. She's asking what happened to them. (ABC Online)
