McGorry wins Vic Australian of the Year Nov 16, 2009
A Melbourne University professor who has devoted the past 27 years to improving the lives of young people suffering from mental illness has been named Victoria's Australian of the Year for 2010. Professor Patrick McGorry, 57, is the executive director of Orygen Youth Health, a world-renowned mental health service for young people based at Melbourne University ... Meanwhile, a couple from Kilmore East, north of Melbourne, has been presented with Victoria's Local Hero 2010 award for their efforts... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Crocs happy after NBL road trip Nov 15, 2009
The Townsville Crocodiles are sick of the sight of each other, but their NBL finals hopes are healthy after they ended a huge road trip by beating the Melbourne Tigers 98-91. The Crocs overcame the demands of three away games in four days and travel in between to hit a 10-0 streak in the last quarter at Melbourne's State Hockey and Netball Centre on Saturday night, which sealed their sixth win of the season ... "I was pretty pleased in the last quarter when we came from behind to win the game,... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Ordeal of child migrants Nov 15, 2009
She thought she was being sent to Africa, part of a wild adventure, but she ended up in Melbourne. "I spent years waiting for someone to realise they had made a mistake and to come and collect me," she told me. (BBC News -- UK)
Whitsunday Holidays, Australia Nov 15, 2009
Jetstar, Virgin Blue and Qantas Link make daily flights to Hamilton Island from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Cairns. Ferries to the mainland and other island resorts generally compliment flight schedules. (Suite101.com)
Writing Dance Forest Grove writer Edith Pillsbury pens a biography of an Australian dance icon Nov 14, 2009
" "At that moment, my world changed," said Pillsbury, who had danced and taught for many years in her native Florida before striking out for Forest Grove in 2000. Dancer's knees and her age, prompted Pillsbury, now 56, to switch gears and she hasn't looked back. She met with Golding and Kirk in Melbourne, interviewed their friends and combed through memorabilia to piece together Golding's story. Born in 1920 in Sydney, Lynne Golding was tutored in elocution and dance, and her talent and hard... (OregonLive, OR -- Living)
NZ teen excites Hawks Nov 14, 2009
He will travel to Melbourne for training sessions during the next three years and hopes to ''follow in the footsteps of other Kiwi players'', including premiership player Trent Croad, Brent Renouf and more recently Shane Savage. The 2008 premier is also developing the ''Hawks Cup'', which will target a school competition using modified rules for boys and girls. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Bears pay for early mistakes Nov 14, 2009
MELBOURNE The result of the annual Bayside-Palm Bay football game left one team racing into next week's playoffs and the other approaching in mid-stumble ... In a district showdown the previous week, the Bears edged Melbourne, 14-10 ... Bayside played Friday without its slashing, 1,000-yard junior tailback Johnnie Hicks, who sustained a high-ankle sprain against Melbourne. (Florida Today)
Airline adds flights in good week for airport Nov 13, 2009
MELBOURNE MELBOURNE -- Another airline is offering nonstop flights from Melbourne to destinations that could help boost tourism in Brevard County. Direct Air on Thursday announced the start of service from Melbourne to Niagara Falls, N.Y., and Punta Gorda on Thursdays and Sundays beginning Feb. 4 ... The new route with Melbourne will not only bring air service to Canadian and northern snowbirds but also allow Canadian tourists direct access to the Space Coast. (Florida Today)
Engineer Systems Nov 13, 2009
Job Snapshot Location: Melbourne, FL 32901 Employee Type: Full-Time Industry: Airline - Aviation Manages Others: No Job Type: Other Education: 4 Year Degree Experience: At least 5 year(s) Post Date: 10/22/2009 Contact Information Contact: DeLane Garner Description. Position Title: -Engineer Systems. (Florida Today)
Make sure the ginger beer is from Asia Nov 13, 2009
The deals are done these days in Sydney and Melbourne, but the industry owes it all to the AANA Conference. The Prime Minister has picked up on the ''I'm off on a conference'' theme and tomorrow he will be at the APEC conference in Singapore with all his troops. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
O'Neill applauds as Melbourne lands the 15th team Nov 13, 2009
DUBLIN: Commonsense has prevailed with SANZAR granting Melbourne the 15th Super rugby franchise and Australia a fifth province, which is scheduled to be operating within four months ... The panel, comprising of former All Blacks World Cup-winning captain David Kirk and retired New Zealand High Court judge Barry Paterson, decided that Melbourne should receive the licence ahead of the Southern Kings from Port Elizabeth in South Africa for the expanded tournament, which begins in 2011 ... The panel... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Shut the door on Kiwi migrants: Labor MP Nov 12, 2009
In particular, the trans-Tasman travel arrangement with New Zealand would need to be renegotiated to do away with "the open door", he said in a speech to a community group in Melbourne yesterday. Instead, New Zealanders should be offered places made available when people leave Australia to live elsewhere. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Scott's relationship with his game is on the mend Nov 12, 2009
However, while Scott said he paid no heed to the speculation - partly because he had not been home since March - he is adamant his relationship with Ivanovic, who is with him in Melbourne this week, had played no part in a form slump during which he twice felt like taking a long break from the game. I don't know how to respond to that,'' Scott told the Herald of talk golf had not been his main priority. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
The end of the world is nigh, maybe Nov 12, 2009
November 12, 2009 - 6:58AM. Video will begin in 5 seconds. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
A big day for Keith Urban Nov 12, 2009
SEAN NICHOLS AND EMILY DUNN. The man with the golden fingers, Keith Urban and wife, Nicole Kidman. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Scott could give up playing on European Tour Nov 11, 2009
MELBOURNE, Australia -- will consider giving up his European Tour membership next year if players are forced to play designated events. "I believe it's becoming harder and harder to play multiple tours," Scott said Wednesday at the Australian Masters. (ESPN -- Golf)
Bikes do not have the same rights as cars Nov 11, 2009
Cyclists do not have the same rights as motorists on roads. Cyclists do not have the same rights as motorists on roads. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Qantas decries Gulf airlines threat on kangaroo route Nov 11, 2009
Qatar, based in Doha, will launch services between Europe and Melbourne on December 6 and start daily services from Sydney early next year in another attack on Qantas's dominance. Qantas and British Airways have been shedding flights this year in response to the travel downturn, but the application states that Emirates, Etihad and Qatar have been ''going against this global trend. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Myki users warn of transport 'nightmare' Nov 11, 2009
Geelong bus passengers who have acted as myki guinea pigs are predicting a transport "nightmare" when the new ticketing system rolls out across Melbourne. The travel cards were introduced on Geelong buses at the end of last year and are expected to be up and running in Melbourne this month ... He predicted the introduction of myki to Melbourne would be disastrous. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Australia announces new visa measures for students Nov 11, 2009
MELBOURNE: The Australian government is introducing new measures to assist overseas students, including many Indians, affected by the closure of an international education provider, a minister said. Minister for Immigration and Citizenship Senator Chris Evans said that from Jan 1, 2010, overseas students who require a new visa to complete their studies at another school or college will be exempt from paying the A$540 (approx. (India Times)
Airport gets service back Nov 10, 2009
The competition among legacy airlines serving Melbourne International Airport took a major leap forward -- as in, there is some now -- with the announcement Monday that US Airways would begin service between the Harbor City and Charlotte Douglas International Airport in Charlotte, N.C. ... -based carrier begins its three-times-a-day service on Feb. 11, 2010, it will be the first time two major airlines will offer service at the same time since Continental Airlines ended flights between Melbourne... (Florida Today)
Boring holiday tales Nov 10, 2009
I've just returned from Fiji/Europe/Canada,'' they start. It was the best trip. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Stokes strokes his pals at Consolidated Media Nov 10, 2009
Melbourne is not so Aussie rules-centric after all. The Melbourne Docklands-headquartered AXA Asia Pacific Holdings was well prepared for a takeover bid from AMP yesterday, when it came out of the blocks with its defence (dubbed internally) as Operation Rugby ... But Alliance seems to be using a few technical code words that could bamboozle its Melbourne-based friends at AXA Asia Pacific. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Strong US recovery biggest threat to Australia Nov 9, 2009
The resource boom will get out of control driving up the currency but also forcing the Reserve Bank to raise interest rates to 8 or 9 per cent. It'll punish the mortgage belt in Sydney and Melbourne and by the next election you'll have a lot of unhappy voters ... Mr Hale expects exceptionally strong growth, and another two-Australias scenario with Queensland, Western Australia, and in his mind South Australia, benefiting at Sydney and Melbourne's expense. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Gas-fired power plant 'by 2013' Nov 9, 2009
Power blackouts could hit Melbourne again this summer if there is a. Top Business articles. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Big banks bounce back Nov 9, 2009
It's akin to backing Bart Cummings's horse Viewed in the Melbourne Cup as favourite; the form looked great but there is always an element of risk for which you should demand adequate compensation. At The Intelligent Investor, we've long favoured the domestically-focused strategies of Commonwealth and Westpac over the international ambitions of National Australia Bank and, particularly, ANZ. But, at today's prices, we don't feel compelled to own any of Australia's big banks. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Clearance rates still strong, but energy waning Nov 9, 2009
THE heat, a Melbourne Cup Day interest rate rise with the threat of others to follow and increasing stock numbers seemed to sap the auction market at the weekend ... The agency had four bidders on a compact unrenovated double-storey Victorian terrace at 25 Ferrars Place, South Melbourne, that sold for $1,257,000 ... But it had no luck yesterday with a modern three-bedroom townhouse at 3 Little Boundary Street, South Melbourne. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Efficiency the key to car culture Nov 9, 2009
Notwithstanding pressing concerns about climate change, peak oil and the consequent need to invest in more sustainable modes of transport, cars are likely to be the major transport mode in Melbourne for many years to come. Right now, cars account for more than 90 per cent of all motorised travel in Melbourne ... Another key issue associated with continuing high levels of light vehicle use is traffic congestion, which costs the Melbourne economy about $3 billion annually. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Home loans jump sharply Nov 9, 2009
The heat, a Melbourne Cup Day interest rate rise with the threat of. 5:06pm. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Star twitterer no fan of boomerang Qantas Airbus Nov 8, 2009
The jet, carrying 329 passengers, tried to return to Sydney but was forced to land in Melbourne because of bad weather. Mayer tweeted to his 2,559,283 followers: "Sydney to Los Angeles. I mean, turn around, back to Sydney. I mean, over to Melbourne ... Thanks Airbus A380!" and uploaded a photo of the diverted flight path, as shown on the in-flight television ... The passengers were put up in hotels in Melbourne overnight and rebooked on flights yesterday. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Painful disease can't keep contest winner off red carpet Nov 8, 2009
But she's still excited, because she'll be honored for her short film "The French Lesson" on Saturday at the Melbourne Independent Filmmakers Festival ... Still, she is looking forward to attending the Melbourne Independent Filmmakers Festival. (Florida Today)
Piranha can find his bite again - trainer Nov 7, 2009
Karakatsanis will remain in Melbourne for next week's carnival-ending Sandown Classic meeting, at which he will start News Alert and Mr Slick. It's a great carnival down here,'' he said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Bears make history Nov 7, 2009
Bayside rallies past Melbourne for school's 1st district title ... Melbourne (4-5, 1-1), which started the season with three losses in four games, battled into the final minutes at Bayside's stadium ... Melbourne, as the district runner-up, will travel in the first round. (Florida Today)
Far from lonely at the top Nov 7, 2009
The Age: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Melbourne's leading newspaper ... Which was what Goldberg thought when a recruiter rang him last year to see if he knew anyone who would be interested in the top job at Lonely Planet down in Melbourne, Australia ... " Goldberg tells this story in his unprepossessing office. No corner office with a spectacular view for this chief executive. The best job in the world doesn't come with that kind of perk, but there are... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Students hit by Oz college closure Nov 6, 2009
MELBOURNE: Australia's image as a top destination for foreign students suffered another setback on Friday after four bankrupt colleges closed, leaving more than 2,000 students stranded ... Global Campus Management Group, which owns four private colleges in Sydney and Melbourne, was placed into voluntary administration on Thursday 00004000. (India Times)
Still smarting Nov 6, 2009
Soon, Kosky won't say precisely when, myki will come to Melbourne. "Just wait until the myki circus rolls out in Melbourne," says Leckey in a recent letter to The Age ... When the new system launches in Melbourne and some in the industry have said it could be as soon as November 15 the reaction could be similar if commuter experience mirrors Leckey's. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Student beats the Tax Office Nov 6, 2009
The Tax Office rejected the claim, so Ms Anstis and her father, Michael, who is a qualified solicitor but does not work as a lawyer, fought it all the way to the hearing in Melbourne yesterday. The full court of the Federal Court upheld an earlier decision that because the former student had to be enrolled in a full-time course of study to get her assessable income of Youth Allowance, any costs incurred in the course of studying should be deductible. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Grassroots is all the go, but mind the buffalo Nov 6, 2009
With racing in the air, travelling between Melbourne and Sydney should be undertaken with great care. When Boeing and Airbus designed the big planes, they clearly hadn't heard of the Melbourne Cup and the women's hats that stop the nation ... Richmond and Carlton AFL identities have united in a costly splash for one of Melbourne's most extravagant homes. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Qantas strike threat may ground planes Nov 6, 2009
Members of the engineers' union, the Association of Professional Engineers, Scientists and Managers, will meet today at 1pm in Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne to decide what action to take ... Meanwhile, discount airline Tiger Airways has taken another bite of the hotly contested holiday and leisure market by announcing it will start flying the Melbourne-Brisbane route next year, with one-way fares starting from $88 ... Richmond and Carlton AFL identities have united in a costly splash for one of... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Weekend Magazine: Three Rivers Film Festival Nov 5, 2009
It presumes some knowledge of the time and players, such as Sir John Conroy and Lord Melbourne. Still, it's that rare royal romance made for moviegoers who want to luxuriate in silky gowns trimmed with real roses, formal gardens, carriage rides and, literally, palatial backdrops. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Aussie baby beats rare condition Nov 5, 2009
MELBOURNE: A "miracle" Australian baby has become the first person cured of a rare and deadly brain-melting condition after doctors gambled on an experimental drug tested only on mice, they said Thursday ... As Schwarz couriered his entire stock of the compound from Cologne to Melbourne, doctors were in a race against time to get ethics approval from the hospital and a court order clearing its use, with Baby Z worsening by the hour ... The cases were now being analysed ahead of a planned... (India Times)
Tickled pink; he's a winner with the ladies at least Nov 4, 2009
Sophie Monk holds the Melbourne Cup in the Emirates marquee ... The punters put their best fashion foot forward for this year's Melbourne Cup, stepping out in glamorous frocks and elaborate fascinators. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Oaks Day forecast: cool and smooth Nov 4, 2009
The Age: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Melbourne's leading newspaper ... Trains will travel between Flinders Street station and Flemington, stopping at Southern Cross and North Melbourne, every four to five minutes during peak times in the morning and late afternoon. (The Age, Australia)
Trackside glamour is a cinch for the ladies Nov 4, 2009
Take a look at Fashions on the Field from the 2009 Melbourne Cup ... Sophie Monk holds the Melbourne Cup in the Emirates marquee ... Half of the outfit for her first Melbourne Cup had been stitched together the night before, though it showed no sign of stress. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Tale of two cities when it comes to repayments Nov 4, 2009
CHRISTMAS was always going to be tight for the Polglase family, juggling a mortgage and a baby in the new housing subdivision of Botanic Ridge, in Melbourne's outer south-east ... The Melbourne Cup result was Shocking, but there were no shocks from the. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Australia to outpace world in air traffic growth Nov 4, 2009
Among the Australian cities, Melbourne and Sydney currently fit the definition, while Brisbane will also qualify for mega city status sometime in the next 20 years. There will be a lot of opportunities to get on an A380 flight over the next 20 years, Mr Leahy said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Information Security Systems Engineering - DoD Secret Nov 4, 2009
Job Snapshot Location: Melbourne, FL 32901. Loading Map. (Florida Today)
Celebrity circus stars intent on having fun Nov 4, 2009
Take a look at Fashions on the Field from the 2009 Melbourne Cup ... The Melbourne Cup's glamorous marquees resembled a Noah's ark of the social pages, with at least two of every species present and counted ... Sophie Monk holds the Melbourne Cup in the Emirates marquee. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Shock and awe Nov 3, 2009
Melbourne Cup Day winners, results and a Shocking performance - Horse Racing. The Age: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Melbourne's leading newspaper ... Melbourne Cup Day winners, results a 00004000 nd a Shocking performance. (The Age, Australia)
What the jockeys said Nov 3, 2009
The Age: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Melbourne's leading newspaper ... The connections of Shocking, including trainer Mark Kavanagh (with trophy) and jockey Corey Brown, celebrate Shocking's Melbourne Cup victory ... But it was a tough effort, to travel three wide in a Melbourne Cup and still win. (The Age, Australia)
Brevard sues Web sites over tax money Nov 3, 2009
Check out my TV interview Wednesday with Dr. Richard Ford, director of the Harris Institute for Information Assurance at Florida Tech in Melbourne. "Today in Brevard" airs at 11:30 a.m., 4:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. on WBCC, Bright House Channel 5, right after the FLORIDA TODAY news update. (Florida Today)
The 10 reasons Australia is not xenophobic Nov 2, 2009
Migration: the true story. Migration: the true story. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Cup top-up aims to attract world's finest lawnmowers Nov 2, 2009
The prize money in next year's Melbourne Cup is expected to double to $10 million, with Victoria's Major Events Company tipping in a few million dollars in recognition of it being the 150th year of the race ... 65 million, yet despite the millions invested in breeding and the $150,000 spent air freighting these expensive lawnmowers from England, money cannot buy the Melbourne Cup ... It's not like you can ring up Bart [Cummings who has won 12 Melbourne Cups] and he'll buy you one. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Indians flee blast at Australian cafe Nov 2, 2009
MELBOURNE: A group of Indian men, who were sharing a flat above an Internet cafe in this Australian city, were forced to flee after an explosion early Monday morning, a media report said. Eight residents fled after the blast at the cafe in Melbourne's inner north area early Monday morning, minutes after a suspicious fire at a nearby warehouse, The Age reported Monday. (India Times)
Border politics keeps artist from clinic he helped fund Nov 1, 2009
In town to sing at the Melbourne Cup, Olivia Newton-John gets 'physical' with a cup champ. Latest Blogs. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Jockeys do hard yards to keep careers on track Oct 31, 2009
From little white gloves to furs, minis and lycra, Melbourne Cup fashion has seen it all ... Melbourne Cup moments ... HE may be riding at the Muswellbrook Cup rather than the Melbourne Cup this Tuesday, but Robert Thompson still reckons he is one of the luckiest jockeys alive. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Hopper battles cancer Oct 31, 2009
Hollywood legend Dennis Hopper has been forced to cancel a visit to Melbourne after revealing today he was battling prostate cancer ... He was due to arrive in Melbourne next week to oversee the installation of the exhibition and to take part in the official opening and a Q&A with David Stratton ... In a statement issued from his Los Angeles home this morning, Hopper said he was very disappointed not to be able to travel to Melbourne for the exhibition opening, given he was now fully focussed on... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Warner too much for Merritt Island Oct 31, 2009
With the win, Warner Christian (7-1) keeps pace with Melbourne Florida Air in the District 3-1B race. Both teams enter next week's showdown with perfect 4-0 district records, and just one loss overall. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Sports)
Magpies the big winners in 2010 AFL draw Oct 31, 2009
Two games will be played in Darwin for the first time, with Port Adelaide drawn as the away team against Melbourne in round nine and the Bulldogs in round 16 ... Too many seasons ago, Fitzroy co-opted to training one day an American gridiron player who happened to be holidaying in Melbourne. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Cancer battle Oct 30, 2009
Hopper battles cancer, cancels Melbourne visit - Arts - Entertainment. The Age: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Melbourne's leading newspaper ... Hopper battles cancer, cancels Melbourne visit. (The Age, Australia)
Hats off to the fascinator - it's leading the pack in race fashion Oct 30, 2009
In Melbourne Myer's hat department was frantic with last-minute shoppers at lunchtime yesterday. Among them was keen racing fan Georgia Grammenos of Glen Iris, who, despite having around 50 hats at home, said she needed to expand her collection. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Dennis Hopper has prostate cancer Oct 30, 2009
Hopper was forced to cancel his appearance at an exhibition at the Australian Centre for the Moving Image in Melbourne called "Dennis Hopper and the New Hollywood," a collection of artwork and photography by the actor. Hopper recently finished shooting the second season of TV's "Crash" and has several film projects in the works. (MSNBC -- News)
RocKwiz heads out on national tour Oct 29, 2009
The Age: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Melbourne's leading newspaper ... Producer and co-host Brian Nankervis says there is a waiting list to be in the audience when the program is recorded in Melbourne, so the tour is an attempt to meet some of that demand. (The Age, Australia)
Players gobsmacked by swine flu warning Oct 29, 2009
A decision on whether Melbourne or Port Elizabeth will be the venue of the 15th Super Rugby franchise is expected within a fortnight after SANZAR appointed former Rugby World Cup-winning captain David Kirk and retired High Court Judge, Barry Paterson QC, to act as the independent panel to adjudicate on the location. The issue was referred to the panel after the SANZAR board could not decide whether Melbourne or the Southern Kings should be awarded the licence. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
When science took a long, light look at itself Oct 29, 2009
WHEN science geeks appear in comic books it's usually only a few frames before they rip off their glasses and checked shirts to turn into action superheroes. But in 1961 a unique comic strip was created where Einstein and Newton were the heroes and science was the action. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
